Will SEZ reforms in the monsoon session reignite India’s factory ambitions?
If the government can push through the SEZ Amendment Bill in the monsoon session of Parliament, it will be a fillip for industry
India’s EV Surge: Charging ahead or running on empty?
Although India’s electric vehicle transformation is accelerating, there is an uncomfortable truth of systemic vulnerability behind the bustling activity and promotional noise
After Q1 slump, will Axis Bank regain momentum in FY26?
Axis Bank’s retail loan growth is disappointing and its home loans have hardly grown in many quarters
Chart of the Day: RBI’s expanded liquidity toolkit keeps yield curve benign
The central bank has a variety of tools now to manage liquidity
Rising fertiliser prices pose risk to government’s subsidy estimates
Prices in the international market are rising on trade restrictions, tight supplies and steady demand
Inflation dips further -- good news or a warning sign?
In an economy where patchy demand has been throttling growth for years, is shrinking inflation a harbinger for more demand pain on the way?
Why interoperable netbanking is the next big leap for India’s payments infrastructure
UPI revolutionised retail payments. Large ticket transactions, mostly at the wholesale level, are still executed through a clunky process. That may soon be a thing of the past as the payment regulator is working on transforming this space
Tim Harford: The Wah Wah rocked Jimi Hendrix’s world
A rock ’n’ roll fable for those struggling to make AI tools work for them
Parliament may move to impeach Justice Yashwant Varma, but history offers little hope
The impending impeachment motion against Justice Yashwant Varma highlights India’s weak judicial accountability, where past cases show judges often resign to evade scrutiny, undermining public trust in the judiciary’s integrity
Five reasons why silver will continue to be bullish
Silver has quietly outperformed gold with a 3.5x surge since pandemic lows, driven by industrial demand from electric vehicles and solar panels, tight supply conditions, and growing investment interest.
New deepfake laws are unlikely to stop the menace
As deepfakes grow more convincing and accessible, new laws may offer symbolic resistance—but enforcement remains a step behind the tech that’s already rewriting reality
Electricity derivatives market debut marks a new chapter in India's power sector
India’s approval of electricity derivatives marks a milestone for managing rising grid volatility. These tools will support risk hedging, price discovery, and investment planning in a dynamic, renewables-driven power market
Chart of the Day | Used car sales surge, will profitability follow?
Used car demand is likely to be resilient if the rare earth magnet crisis delays new car production and deliveries
Q1 show of top two life insurers gives investors hope for better FY26
Indians are moving away from ULIPs, at least temporarily, as equity markets get volatile
Russia’s recognition of Taliban government is anything but surprising
It had reached out even before the regime change in 2021 as Taliban is seen as the most capable force countering the dreaded ISIS-KP. Also, it’s promised not to allow anyone to use its soil to target a third country. Along with Russia, others such as India are looking for ways to build bridges with the Taliban
Can strategic realism in Asia drive India, China closer?
Jaishankar’s recent Beijing visit underscores the high-stakes, high-wire act India must perform to balance economic realism with geopolitical rivalry in a shifting Asian order
Startup Street: Startups capitalise on a growing need for immersive experiences
In a world where material needs are met for some sections of society, the experience economy model monetises their increasing need for meaning, connection, impact and novelty
Rate cut vs market reality: Understanding the nuances in RBI’s policy communication
RBI's mixed signals following June's monetary policy review have left bond markets confused about India's interest rate trajectory, creating unexpected opportunities for savvy investors
Beyond GDP: The importance of reclaiming jobs in India’s growth story
A holistic strategy, involving substantial investment in skill development aligned with industry needs, educational reform and infrastructure upgrades, is critical.
Tides of triumph: A saga of Maratha courage and cultural pride
A comprehensive account of the Maratha Navy and its exploits is still unavailable
Rajasthan’s Green Crisis: Mass deforestation sparks fears of ecological disaster in desert state
Rajasthan's government plans to cut thousands of trees in Jaipur and Baran for commercial and industrial projects, despite public protests and ecological concerns, contradicting its environmental commitments and ongoing tree-planting campaigns
US exit from Paris Agreement begins to bite
The US alone accounts for over 50 percent of the pledged funding to the Green Climate Fund, which is the world’s largest climate fund. Other stakeholders now face a pivotal moment. They have to find a way to offset the exit of the most influential country in the funding mechanism
Trump reaps $50 bn tariff haul as world ‘chickens out’
Only China and Canada have retaliated against US president’s tariff war
India must stand up for gender equity for its vulnerable betis
The recent cases of Radhika and Ridhanya are tragic reminders of the deeply embedded patriarchal values that exists in large parts of India. The ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative should be nurtured, and it could be the trigger for the larger gender-related socio-cultural transformation that India needs
What's really fuelling the bull run in Bitcoin?
As global markets wobble under tariff tremors, Bitcoin and the broader crypto market are charting a course buoyed by record ETF inflows, rising institutional interest, and landmark US legislation.
