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…
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Budget 2026-27 shifts India to high value global manufacturing and GVC leadership
The Union Budget 2026-27 arrives at a seminal moment for India’s industrial trajectory. As global supply networks undergo a fundamental recalibration, the imperative for India has shifted. We are no longer just a participant; we are becoming a central architect of global manufacturing and trade. This evolution is already validated…
Enabling India to Lead the Circular Transformation
India is steadily emerging as a leader in the global circular economy discourse by integrating circularity into its growth strategy. With expanding industries and a growing population, India recognizes the importance of waste minimization, resource efficiency, and the promotion of recycling to ensure long-term environmental and economic resilience. Anchored in…
New Ideas & Innovations for Women’s Health in India
Women constitute the bedrock of India’s social and economic progress. As such, addressing their health issues is not only an ethical responsibility, but a strategic necessity for equitable development and national resilience. Over the past decade, policy measures by the government such as PM-JAY, Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY),…
India’s Next Big Leap: Leading Global Hardware Innovation
For over two decades, India’s tech story has been synonymous with software. In 2024, the industry generated over $194 billion in revenue, mostly from IT and software services. But as we look to the future, the country’s next big leap won’t be written in code. It’ll be built in factories,…
CII at Davos 2026: Shaping Collaborative Dialogue for a Connected Future
Each year, the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos brings together leaders from across business, government, civil society, academia, and the media to reflect on the global challenges shaping the future. In 2026, the meeting takes place against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty and growing pressure on…
Industry’s Role in Tackling Rural Unemployment
India’s economic trajectory reflects consistent job creation across its sectors, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. India’s growth trajectory is rooted in its ability to solve the issues of unemployment and other macroeconomic fundamentals. Aligning its workforce with industry needs is a critical pillar for sustainable…
Caring for the Ageing in India
India’s demographic dividend gives it an advantage over other countries when it comes to growing the labour force and economic prosperity. But as the country undergoes this demographic transition, it becomes imperative to strengthen health and ancillary services centering on the needs of an ageing population. The elderly population (60…
US deal alone insufficient to secure India’s long-term trade, export growth
While valuable, a free trade agreement (FTA) with the US in itself will not be enough to secure India’s long-term trade and export growth, according to Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). Having concluded agreements with UK, New Zealand, and Oman in 2025, Banerjee said…
Celebrating Manufacturing Excellence at the 6th Edition of Anvesh 2025
The 6th Edition of Anvesh, India’s Premier Manufacturing Quiz, brought together young professionals and students committed to strengthening India’s manufacturing capabilities. Organised by CII Centre of Manufacturing Excellence, the event was held on 18 December 2025 at the Godrej Auditorium, Mumbai, reinforcing the importance of knowledge driven competitiveness in the…