Pulses occupy a central position in India’s agricultural and food system. They are a key source of protein for a large section of the population and play an important role in maintaining soil health and crop sustainability. Despite being one of the world’s largest producers and consumers of pulses, India…
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India’s Hardware Startups: Building the Foundation for Global Manufacturing
India’s ambition to emerge as a global hub for manufacturing by 2047 is firmly rooted in its dynamic startup ecosystem, rich in talent, innovation, and entrepreneurial ambition. The engineering hardware industry is on a robust growth trajectory, with the market projected to exceed $130 billion by 2025 and sustain a…
How the Indian Construction Industry Is Transforming Through Technology, Sustainability, and Capacity Expansion
India’s construction industry is entering a phase defined by accelerated infrastructure creation, rapid technology adoption and strong domestic demand. As one of the largest employment-generating sectors and a key contributor to economic growth, the industry continues to play a crucial role in shaping India’s development trajectory. With expanding urban centres,…
The New Work Revolution: Gig Workforce, Freelancing, AI Supplemented Workforce, Remote Work and Entrepreneurship
The world of work is undergoing a profound transformation, at an unprecedented rate. With the surge in AI adoption, explosive rise of freelancing, gig opportunities, and digital entrepreneurship, career paths are being redefined and reshaping the foundation of the global workforce. Sustaining Growth in India India is at the center…
India’s Role in Global Climate Negotiations: Balancing Growth and Responsibility
The impact of climate change is being felt all over the world. The Sixth Assessment report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has categorically stated that the Earth’s temperature in the decade 2011-20 has risen by 1.1 degrees Celsius compared to the pre-industrial levels. This growing global carbon…
ADVANCING HOMEGROWN CAPABILITIES: INDIA’S DEFENCE EVOLUTION
Inspired by the visionary goals of the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan’ campaigns, the Indian defence industry ecosystem is at a transformative juncture on its ambitious path toward achieving strategic self-reliance in defence production, which is more important than ever in the present volatile global world order. Comprehensive…
MyCII: Your Digital Gateway to India’s Industry Ecosystem
In today’s fast-moving and digitally connected world, businesses need more than traditional information sources to stay ahead. They need insights that matter, real connections, and opportunities that can drive growth. Enter MyCII – the Confederation of Indian Industry’s (CII) powerful online platform designed to empower India Inc. Whether you’re a…
Four labour codes: A new social compact for a competitive India
India’s long-awaited labour reforms mark a defining moment for our economic and social trajectory. The consolidation of 29 Central labour laws into four Labour Codes represents one of the most forward-looking and inclusive transformations undertaken since Independence. Apart from decades of economic learnings, extensive dialogue with workers, industry and state…
Design for the 4Ps: People, Planet, Purpose & Profitability
In a world defined by rapid technological change, shifting societal expectations, and mounting environmental challenges, design has moved far beyond form, aesthetics, or function. Today, design is a strategic capability—one that shapes cultures, systems, markets, and human experience at scale. The philosophy of Design for the 4Ps — People, Planet,…
Growth of Omnichannel Retail in India
Until a few years ago, if we wanted to buy anything, it meant that we had to physically visit a store, pick up what we needed, pay, and leave. However, today, the way we buy products, services, and interact with them has fundamentally changed. Retailers have gone from being only…