Ukraine-Russia Talks in Saudi Arabia: A Path to Peace or a Political Play?
There is little reason for Russia to agree to a cessation of hostilities, after having suffered much.
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Trump’s Trade Fallacies: From Tariffs to India’s GST
Billionaire investor Warren Buffett has called out US President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on imports into the country, saying the import duties would not be paid by some tooth fairy, but by American consumers, and so amounts to a tax on US citizens. This is wholesome fact-checking.
Tariffs Paving the Way for a Trade War: The Future of Free Trade
On March 4, 2025, tariffs kicked in on US’s biggest trading partners - Mexico, Canada and China. India is still negotiating a deal as cutting tariffs on US goods could impact agriculture and industry. Trump may be using the threat of tariffs to get concessions for USA – but, it could boomerang on the US.
The 1985 National Framework for GCC – Budget 2025
The expansion of GCCs in India will certainly create numerous job opportunities, and foster skill development, while allowing India to attract more MNCs with a competitive edge.
Kisan Credit Card Scheme 1998: A Driver of Financial Inclusion in India’s Agricultural Framework
Policy UpdateMeyhar Kaur Walia Background The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme was introduced in August 1998 to provide term loans for the agricultural needs of farmers. The issuance of KCCs is based on farmers’ land holdings to ensure uniform adoption…
Tonnage Tax Schemes for Inland Vessels 2025
Tonnage tax schemes, a unique form of taxation primarily found in the maritime industry, provide shipowners and operators with an alternative to traditional corporate taxation. Instead of taxing profits, these schemes assess taxes based on a fixed rate per net ton of a vessel. This approach, unique to the maritime sector, aims to establish a more predictable and stable taxation structure, thereby promoting investment and competitiveness.