In India’s dynamic infrastructure landscape, roads and highways are the arteries that fuel economic progress. Over the past decade, India has made tremendous strides in the development of its road network. According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, India now boasts 1,46,126 km, (as of 25 July 2024)…
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CII Recommendations for India’s Priority Sector Lending Framework
CII’s Call for Reforms in PSL Framework The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has proposed reforms in India’s Priority Sector Lending (PSL) framework and has asked for more Development Finance Institutions (DFI). The Importance of Priority Sector Lending Priority Sector Lending (PSL) is a vital policy tool in India, aimed…
Unlocking the Potential of India’s Agriculture
Indian agriculture has undergone a significant transformation over the decades, emerging as a robust contributor to the nation’s economic growth and global trade. Through remarkable strides in production, diversification in exports, and innovative farmer-market linkage models, the sector has demonstrated resilience and adaptability. Private sector participation has further catalyzed this…
AI and Gender Divide
As India strives to establish itself as a global economic power, its aspiration is rooted in one key principle: inclusive growth, which will be a driving factor in the country’s growth over the next few decades. Inclusivity and diversity are no longer concerns that India or the global world can…
Cybersecurity for small businesses is important
The Importance of Technology in Modern Business Technology has transformed how we work or communicate at the workplace as much as it has altered our day-to-day lives, making it faster and easier to connect with people worldwide. One cannot imagine any business- big or small- not implementing the modern benefits…
Leveraging the Power of Youth in a Transforming Global Economy
The global economy is undergoing rapid and profound changes, driven by technological advancements, climate challenges, and shifting geopolitical dynamics. In this era of transformation, India’s youthful demographic stands as a powerful asset. With a median age of just 29 years, India’s demographic dividend presents an unprecedented opportunity to shape both…
Financing Climate Transition: The Real Challenge
As all countries on a global stage gear up to fight climate change, a big question emerges- “Who is going to finance this transition?” While the role of each country is critical in ensuring a smooth transition to a cleaner and greener Earth, there is also an immediate need to…
How Can Indian Businesses Create Resilient Global Value Chains?
In an increasingly interconnected world, the global economy is shaped by complex networks of production and trade, known as global value chains (GVCs). For Indian businesses, participating in and shaping resilient GVCs is critical for sustained growth, competitiveness, and economic development. However, the disruptions caused by events such as the…
5G and Beyond: Pioneering Connectivity in 2025
The year 2025 stands at the crossroads of technological advancement, with 5G playing a pivotal role in shaping the digital ecosystem. This transformative technology has redefined connectivity, enabling faster communication, lower latency, and the capacity to support a vast array of devices. However, as the world continues to embrace 5G,…
Reflections on key takeaways from the 29th edition of the CII Partnership Summit
The 29th Edition of the CII Partnership Summit organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in partnership with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry was recently held on 2 and 3 December 2024 in New Delhi with the theme of…