The India-U.K. Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which came into force on July 15, marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of bilateral ties. More than a conventional tariff-reduction pact, the agreement reflects a strategic alignment between two major democracies seeking to recalibrate their economic engagement in a rapidly…
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Inside India’s PLI Story and the Atmanirbhar Bharat Playbook
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) has emerged as a cornerstone of India’s 21st-century industrial policy. Launched in 2020 as a part of the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission, it is establishing the nation as a leading global manufacturing hub by promoting innovation, enhancing efficiency, and boosting competitiveness across critical industries. By…
Looking Northwards Down Under
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia for the third annual bilateral summit reflected a clear diplomatic message—India’s Indo-Pacific strategy is increasingly centred on building resilient partnerships with trusted regional powers. The visit marked a significant strategic milestone, culminating in a comprehensive roadmap to elevate the bilateral relationship into a…
World Youth Skills Day: Skilling India for the Future of Work
The world navigates an era defined by artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, and new models of work and the nature of employability is undergoing a profound shift. Tomorrow’s workforce will not be defined by qualifications alone. It will be defined by how agile, adaptable, and digitally fluent people are, and…
Transforming Manufacturing Through Lean Thinking & Digital Innovation
Transforming Manufacturing Through Lean Thinking & Digital Innovation Global manufacturing is in the middle of its most significant transition in decades. Connected machines, IoT-enabled production lines, Manufacturing Execution Systems, digital twins and data-driven decision-making are changing how factories are designed, run and improved. Manufacturers globally are investing heavily in digital…
Trade Agreements: The Country’s Export Strategy Is Coming of Age
At a time when the global economy is grappling with geopolitical tensions, protectionism and supply-chain disruptions, India has chosen deeper integration with the world through a new generation of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs). Under the leadership of commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal, India…
From Creativity to Global Leadership: India’s Orange Economy is Shaping the Future
Creativity at the Centre of Economic Power The global economy is undergoing a fundamental shift. Today, value is no longer driven solely by physical production but increasingly by creativity, intellectual property, and digital platforms. Ideas travel faster than goods, and cultural influence now plays a critical role in shaping economic…
Fostering India-Japan Ties
The India-Japan relationship has significantly matured. Over time, it has evolved from a standard bilateral partnership to a Special Strategic and Global Partnership. With Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on a visit to India, understanding the nuances of this bilateral partnership is more crucial than ever. A significant aspect of…
From Grassroots to Growth: Building an Inclusive India Through Local Innovation
India’s greatest strength lies in its grassroots communities, where local innovators continue to address everyday challenges through indigenous knowledge, traditional skills, and practical, need-based solutions. Spread across rural villages, small towns, and Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, these innovators possess immense potential to generate livelihoods, strengthen local economies, and drive inclusive…
India’s Trade Diplomacy Rewriting Its Place in the Global Economy
Today, the global economic order is undergoing a profound change. We are moving from the era of hyper-globalization, characterized by deeply integrated supply chains and borderless trades, to a more fragmented landscape defined by strategic partnerships, economic security concerns, and a regional framework. Amid this shift, India has now emerged…