Pitfalls of Trump’s Tariff Play: How Consumers Pay the Price
Beware, Trump consumers: Kamala has a better deal; Donald’s tariffs will hit consumers as China shifts trade via Mexico
Category Economy and Infrastructure
Bridging the Skies: The Success and Challenges of UDAN-RCS (2017)
The UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik) - Regional Connectivity Scheme is a central government policy aimed at improving regional connectivity and airport infrastructure. Its main focus is on providing air travel to remote, unserved and underserved areas
The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024
The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 was introduced in Lok Sabha on August 9, 2024. The Bill seeks to repeal the Railway Board Act of 1905.
Workers’ Union Push at Samsung: A Clash of Cultures and Economic Realities
Protests at Samsung's Tamil Nadu plant highlight workers' push for unionisation, but South Korean management resists, influenced by their country's historical context.
India’s Financial Landscape Post-US Rate Cut: Investment Opportunities and Risks
How should Indian monetary authorities respond, when the US Fed cuts rates, as it is widely expected to? Respond in kind or hold tight till any resultant financial turbulence is over? Cutting the repo rate or raising it is much of a muchness, and the most constructive response on the part of the RBI would be to let go of the government bond market and let Sebi regulate it, along with other securities.
Connecting and Integrating Rural-Urban Development Pathways
India sees challenges as either rural or urban; instead, it needs to address them as part of a continuum
Is New Delhi’s New Policy on Chinese Investment a Risky Gamble for India?
India has approved investment proposals from certain Chinese electronics manufacturing companies, suggesting a shift in its economic stance towards China. After military tensions and economic restrictions post-Galwan, India had limited Chinese investments. However, with concerns over economic losses and job creation, the government is now scrutinizing and allowing select investments, especially those that involve technology transfer and local manufacturing capabilities. The move highlights the need to balance economic growth and national security in India's dealings with China.