18 Aug 2022 The micro, small and medium enterprises sector has a multiplier effect on an economy as a primary job creating sector, a prerequisite for economic growth, and empowerment of the population at large. MSMEs contribute 28% to India’s GDP, employing approximately 110 million people nationwide, including a large…
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Women in STEM to boost Knowledge Economy
05 Aug 2022 As we stand on the brink of an Industrial Revolution, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) are critical for accelerating technology-led economic growth and, consequently, India’s future development. STEM is the powerhouse to drive innovation across disciplines and find creative ways to solve big and small challenges.…
Realizing India’s vision of energy independence
03 Aug 2022 If India shows the conviction, the courage, and the foresight to do what’s necessary, there is every possibility that we will realize many of our past and present dreams for development and sustainability by 2047. New Delhi: On our 75th Independence Day last year, Prime Minister Narendra…
EV: Mobility for The Future
21 Jul 2022 In the last few years, there have been disruptive changes in mobility. Congestion and public transportation challenges reached a tipping point in metropolises. Headwinds of stricter emission regulations and higher expenses triggered an alarm for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Change was inevitable. And it is here in…
The Win-win Potential of India’s Partnership with African Nations
20 Jul 2022 India Inc should align efforts with the African Continental Free Trade Area’s agenda for benefits to flow in both directions. India and Africa share a long and rich relationship, with our freedom movement becoming an inspiration for African nationalists in their desire for independence from colonialism. In…
Effective Waste Management for a Sustainable Future
15 Jul 2022 Rapid population growth and economic development has led to severe environmental degradation that undermines the environmental resource base upon which sustainable development depends. The economics of environmental pollution, depletion and degradation of resources has in fact been neglected as compared to the issues of growth and expansion.…
Competitiveness, Growth, Sustainability and Internationalisation – the Road Ahead for the Industry
12 Jul 2022 The economy is in a strong rebound mode with a GDP growth rate of 8.7% for 2021-22. Sustainable, high growth rates are important to meet the country’s aspirations for 2047. To enable an inclusive, balanced and sustainable growth and empower the Indian Industry as a force multiplier,…
Maximizing MSME Outreach to Become Globally Competitive and Future Ready
22 Jun 2022 In the pre-covid era, online commerce was quite prevalent but always met with resistance for several reasons primarily influenced by the traditional mindsets. However, the pandemic led to a global crisis and impacted businesses across the world, especially small businesses, which were yet to embark on their…
CII Excon: The Largest Construction Equipment Event in South Asia
17 Jun 2022 Infrastructure sector is the key driver for the Indian economy. The sector is highly responsible for propelling India’s overall development and enjoys intense focus from the Government for initiating policies that would ensure time-bound creation of world class infrastructure in the country. The Government of India has…
Steps Towards Growing Sustainably
14 Jun 2022 With several measures being enacted by different ministries, including the environment ministry’s PARIVESH 2.0 and continuous monitoring of emissions by the Centre, we are a few steps closer to attaining SDGs. As India marks 75 years of independence this year, achieving economic growth with environmental sustainability and…