When the four new labour codes came into force on November 21, India proudly turned a page in its industrial story to a chapter written for a modern workforce and a growing economy. By consolidating 29 older labour laws into four streamlined codes, the government signalled the end of fragmented…
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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…
Building Gender Equity Through Equitable Healthcare
Building Gender Equity Through Equitable Healthcare The past decade has been instrumental for India’s healthcare system as it has undergone a profound transformation with a shift to people-first approach. The government has focused on making quality healthcare accessible and affordable to all citizens, especially women, the underprivileged and rural population. …
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…
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…
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,…
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…