As India progresses on a journey to become a global economic powerhouse, three frontiers of globalization stand out as having the highest impact on its trade trajectory: the growing utilisation of India’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), the technology-driven expansion of the services sector through Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and AI,…
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New Trade Pact a Win-Win for India and U.K.
The India-U.K. Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which came into force on July 15, marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of bilateral ties. More than a conventional tariff-reduction pact, the agreement reflects a strategic alignment between two major democracies seeking to recalibrate their economic engagement in a rapidly…
Inside India’s PLI Story and the Atmanirbhar Bharat Playbook
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) has emerged as a cornerstone of India’s 21st-century industrial policy. Launched in 2020 as a part of the broader Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission, it is establishing the nation as a leading global manufacturing hub by promoting innovation, enhancing efficiency, and boosting competitiveness across critical industries. By…
Looking Northwards Down Under
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Australia for the third annual bilateral summit reflected a clear diplomatic message—India’s Indo-Pacific strategy is increasingly centred on building resilient partnerships with trusted regional powers. The visit marked a significant strategic milestone, culminating in a comprehensive roadmap to elevate the bilateral relationship into a…
World Youth Skills Day: Skilling India for the Future of Work
The world navigates an era defined by artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sustainability, and new models of work and the nature of employability is undergoing a profound shift. Tomorrow’s workforce will not be defined by qualifications alone. It will be defined by how agile, adaptable, and digitally fluent people are, and…
Trade Agreements: The Country’s Export Strategy Is Coming of Age
At a time when the global economy is grappling with geopolitical tensions, protectionism and supply-chain disruptions, India has chosen deeper integration with the world through a new generation of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs). Under the leadership of commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal, India…
From Creativity to Global Leadership: India’s Orange Economy is Shaping the Future
Creativity at the Centre of Economic Power The global economy is undergoing a fundamental shift. Today, value is no longer driven solely by physical production but increasingly by creativity, intellectual property, and digital platforms. Ideas travel faster than goods, and cultural influence now plays a critical role in shaping economic…
Fostering India-Japan Ties
The India-Japan relationship has significantly matured. Over time, it has evolved from a standard bilateral partnership to a Special Strategic and Global Partnership. With Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on a visit to India, understanding the nuances of this bilateral partnership is more crucial than ever. A significant aspect of…
India’s Trade Diplomacy Rewriting Its Place in the Global Economy
Today, the global economic order is undergoing a profound change. We are moving from the era of hyper-globalization, characterized by deeply integrated supply chains and borderless trades, to a more fragmented landscape defined by strategic partnerships, economic security concerns, and a regional framework. Amid this shift, India has now emerged…
The Next Chapter for Indian MSMEs
India’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector has long been the backbone of the economy. From small family-run businesses and kirana stores to emerging digital-first enterprises, MSMEs have traditionally focused on survival amid economic uncertainties. On International MSME Day 2026, the sector finds itself at a defining inflection point.…