The international shipping industry is responsible for the carriage of around 90% of world trade, making it the lifeblood of the global economy. However, this comes at a heavy price- a cost of 3% contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. For years, the shipping industry was not included in the…
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SHAKTI Policy- Coal Allocation In India
The Indian Government is preparing itself for the growing demand for electricity by bringing changes to existing legislature and streamlining sources for better allocation to the power sector. Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved revisions to SHAKTI (Scheme for Harnessing and Allocating Koyala Transparently in India)…
Next Generation Reforms Required for Leapfrogging India’s Growth
In a world fraught with uncertainty, fragmentation, and shifting global economic alignments, India stands at a critical juncture. The global trading order, once predicated on integration and the free flow of goods, capital, and people, now teeters on the edge of reversal. Geo-economic fragmentation is no longer a theoretical risk…
Next Generation Financial Sector Reforms for Growth
A well-functioning and vibrant financial sector serves as a bedrock for economic progress and is a key pillar which would help the country fulfil its economic ambitions of becoming a US$5 trillion economy in near future. The sector has ably supported the country to achieve a remarkable turnaround in growth…
India’s Fight Against TB
India is working hard towards its ambitious goal to eliminate TB by 2025, by far the world’s most ambitious health mission. Ending the TB epidemic by 2030 is also the health target set by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). TB is a contagious airborne disease caused by Mycobacterium…
Future Of Mining And Construction Equipment Sector In India
Future Of Mining And Construction Equipment Sector In India The mining and construction equipment (MCE) sector is witnessing rapid evolution fuelled by innovative machinery driving efficiency in operations, sustainability and growing demand for infrastructure development. Growing MCE sector Mining is one of six areas for transformative reforms in the Union…
CII- Guidebook on Effective Adoption and Governance of AI for Board Leaders
In an era where technological advancements are reshaping industries, the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a cornerstone for innovation and growth. Keeping that in mind, Confederation of Indian industries (CII) has published a guidebook on the Effective Adoption and Governance of AI for Board Leaders. The guidebook…
India’s Evolving Semiconductor Industry Landscape
With growing demand for electronic devices in daily life and the ongoing digital transformation of operations across industries, semiconductors have become a critical component across all sectors. For many years, India primarily imported finished products such as smartphones, computers and robotic devices. However, recent initiatives/schemes by the Government of India…
The India-UK free trade pact is a game-changer for trade relations
The finalization of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom marks a historic step towards strengthening bilateral trade and investment relations. Businesses on both sides have welcomed the conclusion of trade talks that began in 2022 and were fast-tracked by successive UK governments. The agreement promises…
India–UK FTA: A New Chapter in Economic Partnership
Both India and UK share a robust and dynamic economic relationship, underpinned by deep-rooted business and investment ties. Indian industry plays an important role in UK economy. In 2024, Indian companies in UK were estimated to be 971, contributing to £1.17bn in total corporation tax. These enterprises had around 1,118,430…