As the global economy moves toward achieving inclusive and sustainable growth, the importance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) cannot be overstated. MSMEs are major contributors to the economy, accounting for 30% of GDP, 24% of employment, and 45% of exports. This makes them a resilient backbone of society.…
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Steady Growth, Sound Fundamentals: India Pharma Manufacturing Landscape
The Context: Growth Trends and Market Composition of India’s Pharma Sector India’s pharmaceutical market recorded a turnover of INR 4.17 lakh crore in FY24, growing at a CAGR of 9.5% since FY20. It houses 1,136 USFDA-compliant manufacturing facilities, the highest outside the US, and maintains stringent quality benchmarks, with approvals…
AI in Waste Management
Smart waste management systems are slowly replacing the traditionally manual and tedious job of handling, collecting and disposing of waste. These smart systems are not only solving the problem that has long plagued waste management, but also introducing greater efficiency, sustainability and data-driven decision making. For the longest time, manual…
Strengthening India’s Tribunal System
Tribunals are quasi-judicial bodies that form an important part of India’s institutional architecture. They are usually designed to adjudicate specialised disputes in areas such as taxation, environment, service related matters, company laws and more. Prominent bodies like the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), National Green Tribunal…
How Bleisure Travel is Changing the Tourism & Hospitality Landscape
A New Kind of Travel: Blending Work and Leisure A new kind of travel is taking shape in today’s world—one that blends the demands of work with the joys of leisure. This trend, known as bleisure travel, is quickly becoming a preferred way for professionals to make the most of…
3D Printing in Indian MSMEs
The next-generation of digital manufacturing is becoming an important aspect in manufacturing transforming how local industries integrate into global value chains. Additive manufacturing—commonly known as 3D printing—enables the precise creation of physical components from digital models by depositing material layer by layer. This technology is redefining production processes, enhancing efficiency,…
An Operation That Was Also About A Self-Reliant India
Over the past decade, India has undergone a profound transformation across economic, technological, and strategic domains. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership has been central to this evolution, underpinned by his belief that India must not only be a major economic player but also a strategic and technological power in the…
How is the Indian shipping industry handling emissions?
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…
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)…
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…