For decades, infrastructure in India has followed a familiar cycle. The government builds an asset—a highway, a transmission line or a port terminal. The asset stabilises, begins generating steady revenue and then quietly recedes into the background of the public balance sheet. Its economic value remains locked in long-term cash…
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Engineering the Future: Robotics, Drones & Automation Driving India’s Industrial Evolution
India stands at the threshold of a profound industrial transformation. In an era defined by technological acceleration, geopolitical realignments, and supply chain resilience, robotics, drones, and intelligent automation are no longer optional enhancements, they are strategic imperatives shaping the future of global competitiveness. Across manufacturing sectors, robotics is redefining operational…
CII Schools’ Forum: A National Platform for Collective Growth in School Education
The Confederation of Indian Industry formally launched the CII Schools’ Forum, a unified institutional platform for schools across India on 20 August 2025, during the 9th CII National School Education Summit in New Delhi. This initiative is led by Ms Meenakkshi Singh, Pro Vice Chairperson of DPS Sushant Lok as…
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…
India’s trade strategy in a multipolar world
India’s recent global trade strategy aims to boost exports and strengthen its position as a leading global trade partner. This has resulted in ambitious free trade agreements and a stronger presence in key international economic forums. In 2023, India updated its Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) with the goal of increasing…
India’s AI moment: Shaping the future of intelligent industry
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping global industry at a pace that rivals the great industrial revolutions of the past. It is transforming how products are designed, how supply chains operate and how services are delivered. In the AI era, industrial disruption refers to the shift from traditional product models to…
The AI Advantage for MSMEs
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a technology reserved for large enterprises or tech startups, it is rapidly becoming a transformative force for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across India. From streamlining operations and automating repetitive tasks to enabling smarter decision-making and unlocking access to global markets, AI is…
India’s Growth Roadmap, With Focus on Services
The Union Budget 2026-27, presented in Parliament by finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday (marking yet another first), addresses India’s immediate economic priorities while maintaining a firm focus on the country’s long-term development objectives. In a period of global uncertainty and shifting economic priorities, the Budget balances growth with fiscal…
Our pitch at Davos amid global flux: Reliable India is a safe bet
At a time when the world appears increasingly fragmented, anxious and unsure of its economic direction, India’s presence at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos carried a significance far beyond symbolism. As leaders and investors reshape supply chains for resilience and diversify trade links, they are directing…
India at Davos: From presence to partnership
Davos often makes its presence felt through snowfall that reshapes both the landscape and the mood. This year, the mountains stand unchanged. With no fresh snow to soften the streets or blur the outlines, the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 has taken place under clear skies, reflecting conversations that…