As winter gradually sets in across North India, air pollution levels are already rising sharply, with farm fires increasing at an alarming pace. While several factors contribute to deteriorating air quality, stubble burning remains a major driver, particularly in Punjab and Haryana, where farmers burn residual crop biomass due to…
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Deep Tech, R&D and IP Shaping India’s Next Big Leap
India today stands at an extraordinary moment in its growth story – a nation rising confidently on a new innovation curve, powered by technology, talent and the courage to think beyond convention. From space exploration to digital public infrastructure, from biotech breakthroughs to quantum ambitions, India is proving that innovation…
The Budget Must Enable A Trust-Led Indirect Tax System
India’s indirect tax system has undergone remarkable transformation. The rollout of the goods and services tax (GST) and the landmark reforms announced on 3 September have established a modern, digital and more predictable framework. These reforms, coupled with rationalized tariffs and faceless procedures, have turned indirect taxation from a compliance…
R&D as a Driver of Economic Resilience
The total investment in R&D in India is estimated at about Rs 1.3 trillion in 2023-24 with about 57.0 per cent of funding from public sources. Close to 60.0 per cent of this Government funding is by strategic departments of the Government which include the Defence Research and Development Organization…
Industry-Academia Partnership for Powering R&D Ecosystem
As India sets its sight on becoming a global R&D powerhouse, collaboration between industry and academia is not just important, but absolutely essential. From bridging the innovation gap to developing a future-ready workforce, the partnership between the two is crucial for a self-reliant and innovation-led economy. With Industry 4.0 reshaping…
The Ascent of India’s Chemical Sector
India overtaking Japan as the fourth largest economy brings to the fore its dynamism as the fastest growing major economy in the world. At the heart of this industrial advancement lies the chemical sector – a critical industry that is emerging as one of the key players driving the nation’s…
A Game-Changer for India’s Growth and Inclusivity
The much-anticipated Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 marks a defining moment in India’s economic journey. Far beyond a fiscal adjustment, it is a bold reform aimed at catalyzing domestic consumption, stimulating private investment, and accelerating GDP growth. Coupled with earlier cuts in income tax rates, the GST rationalization comes…
30th CII Partnership Summit: Building Bridges of Trust, Technology, and Trade
CII is set to celebrate a major milestone with the 30th edition of its Partnership Summit, scheduled form 14-15 November in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Over the past three decades, this Summit has evolved from a pioneering national initiative into a globally respected platform for economic dialogue, geopolitical engagement, and strategic…
India’s Labour Codes: Transformative step towards inclusive economic growth
Land and labour are foundational to Indias growth while land drives infrastructure and industrial development, labour fuels productivity and inclusion. In this context, Indias new Labour Codes mark a transformative step, consolidating 29 laws into a modern, unified framework that ensures clarity, consistency, and equity in the world of work.…
30th CII PARTNERSHIP SUMMIT 2025: Technology, Trust and Trade
Amid global economic uncertainties, India continues to position itself as one of the fastest-growing major economies over the next two years. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), India’s economy is expected to grow by 6.2% in 2025 and 6.3% in 2026, maintaining a solid lead over global and regional…