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10 Apr 2019 The Multinational Corporations (MNCs) in India have the potential to bring dynamism to our development journey, compliment the efforts of local companies and thereby take the country to the high echelons of growth with inclusion. With numerous positive attributes, such as a vast pool of resources, knowledge…

02 Apr 2019 Each year, after intense deliberations, CII selects a Theme for its Annual Session which becomes the focal point for all discussions and deliberations amongst the wide groups of stakeholders – Government, industry, think tanks, regulators, media, academia and civil society – at the CII Annual Session. The…

02 Apr 2019 What does the India we envision in three years and beyond look like? How do we collaborate across political parties and social groups, as well as with Industry to set and achieve a common vision for India at 75 and the years to come? Answering all of…

23 Mar 2019 A city’s unique identity transforms a city from a location to a destination. Leveraging art and culture helps a city realize its true economic potential and foster demand for a unique cultural experience. Economic development through art and culture also contributes significantly to employment and GDP of…

22 Mar 2019 Today, we live in an increasingly uncertain world. The global economy is witnessing a whirlwind of events with significant implications for economies and businesses across the world. Volatility is at an all-time high with an impending Brexit and rise of protectionist tendencies in several advanced and emerging…

18 Mar 2019 The Indian economy retained its tag of the fastest growing major economy in the world in FY 2018-19 for a second year in a row as it continued its climb on an upward growth path. The economy registered a growth rate of 7% during the 2018-19 period…

11 Mar 2019 A joint pact between the Prime Ministers of India and Japan, this flagship program was started in 2006 by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Government of Japan, and National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council (NMCC), Government of India.  The…

05 Mar 2019 Changing Market DynamicsThe global economy has witnessed true transformation in the past few years. Factors like globalization, improved technology, demographics, and automation have rendered the job market more dynamic than ever. New jobs are replacing the old ones and there is an augmented need of skills and…

25 Feb 2019 Employment has emerged as an important subject in the development agenda of most national Governments and several international organisations over the past two decades. In the developed countries, persistently high and increasing unemployment rates have given rise to renewed concern for job creation, while in many developing…

21 Feb 2019 From an economic perspective, this is indeed India’s moment. India was the fastest growing major economy in 2018 and is expected to retain its numero uno position even in 2019. According to the IMF, the GDP print is estimated to rise to 7.3 per cent in 2018…