Rural–urban Divide In Female Labour Force Participation
Recently, the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2025 highlighted a significant rise in Female Labour Force Participation Rate (FLFPR) in…
Category: Economy
India’s Sugar Price Surge And Ethanol
India has witnessed a significant rise in sugar prices, with retail prices touching nearly ₹65/kg in some markets during August…
Indian Bond Market Stability Amid Global Volatility
Global financial markets have witnessed significant volatility due to geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns, and monetary policy uncertainty. However, India’s government…
Chips To Start Up (C2S) Programme
India’s growing dependence on semiconductor technology has made chip design capabilities a key priority for technological self-reliance. The Chips to…
India’s 100 Gw Nuclear Target And Chip Future
India’s growing digital economy, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), semiconductor manufacturing, and data centres, is creating unprecedented demand for reliable…
Shadow Transhipment Network Report
The global trade system has witnessed increasing scrutiny over the misuse of third-country trade routes to avoid tariffs and trade…
Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme (CMAS)
The Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme (CMAS) is a strategic initiative by the Union Government to strengthen India’s domestic container manufacturing…
Urban Traffic Congestion In India
Rapid urbanisation and rising vehicle ownership have turned urban traffic congestion into a major economic, environmental, and governance challenge in…
Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) On UPI
The government’s proposal to introduce a nominal Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select UPI transactions has renewed debate over balancing…
Handloom Sector In India, And The Road Ahead
On National Handloom Day (August 7), the focus has shifted towards the economic and cultural significance of India’s handloom sector,…