India’s commitment to providing a safe, efficient, and clean mode of transportation to its citizens is highly dependent on the state of our railways. The railway sector in India directly impacts the lives of over 1.3 billion people and has enormous potential to achieve the vision of the U.S. $5…
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Navigating the West Asia Crisis: CII’s 20-Point Roadmap for India’s Fiscal, Financial and Trade Response
In response to the evolving situation arising from the conflict in West Asia the Government of India and the RBI took a series of timely, well calibrated and coordinated measures, reflecting a high degree of policy responsiveness and coordination across fiscal, administrative and monetary domains. These steps have helped steady…
Why India Needs a Resilient Energy Ecosystem
As the systems in India advances, the focus is on ensuring reliable, affordable, cleaner, and more secure energy for every household and enterprise. And the progress is already visible. Average electricity availability in rural India has increased from 12.5 hours in 2014 to 22.6 hours, while urban areas now enjoy…
Industry–Government Synergy Amidst the West Asia Crisis: CII 12-Point Agenda for Resilience
In the face of evolving global uncertainties, particularly the disruptions stemming from the West Asia crisis, the role of coordinated action between Government and Industry has never been more critical. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has articulated a comprehensive 12-point industry agenda that not only acknowledges the Government of…
The Rise of Tier 2 & 3 Cities in India’s Commercial Real Estate Evolution
India’s commercial real estate (CRE) sector has emerged as a key driver of the nation’s economic growth, shaped by urbanization, technological adoption, demographic shifts, and progressive reforms. It is not just a major employer, but a magnifier of capital and foundational infrastructure that enables every other industry to thrive. The…
Navigating the Future of Advanced Air Mobility in India
India’s aviation sector is currently undergoing a transformational shift, moving from traditional air travel to a high-tech, multi-dimensional mobility ecosystem. At the centre of this evolution lies Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), a critical enabler of Viksit Bharat by 2047. AAM represents the next frontier in the aviation journey, one that…
Policy Advocacy and Industrial Development in North East India
The North East region of India stands at an important inflection point in its development journey. Blessed with abundant natural resources, vibrant cultural diversity, young demographic profile and strategic location that positions it as India’s gateway to Southeast Asia, the region possesses immense potential for sustainable, industry‑led growth. This potential…
India to the World: Changing Ecosystem of India’s Media & Entertainment Sector
India’s stories are winning hearts across the world and our Media & Entertainment (M&E) sector is driving this global rise. What makes India’s creative economy so powerful? It is our unique mix of rich traditions, diverse languages and a young, tech-savvy population. Together, they are creating content that feels real,…
Semiconductors as Economic Imperative: India’s Chip Manufacturing Momentum
Look around you. The electric vehicle on the street, the phone in your hand, your laptop, and nearly every electronic device in your home, all function because of a tiny semiconductor chip. Semiconductors are the essential building blocks of modern electronics and the very heart of what makes these devices…
Challenges in IP Ownership, Protection, and Regulation
The large-scale integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in accelerating innovation cycles across sectors has prompted important questions about ownership, valuation, and protection of intellectual assets. In this AI-driven economy, intellectual property (IP) creation, protection, and regulation has become an important consideration for businesses. MSMEs, for example, while benefiting from increased…