Elections 2024: Illusion & Reality

Whenever there is an election, we find the politicians speaking in hyperboles – and possibly, 2024 Lok Sabha has reached a crest.

Government initiatives aim to bolster rubber cultivation and innovation

Rubber tree plantation has seen significant growth in India, thanks to robust government oversight and favorable weather conditions.

Macron speaks on Europe's economic fragility

Many heads of state often speak on topics over which they have little control or vested interest.

Indian industries stand to benefit in raising of tariff on Chinese imports to the US

A delicate balance of power and influence exists between the United States of America and China.

Chabahar Port Agreement: Part of India's strategic and economic vision for Central Asia and Europe

On May 13, India and Iran signed a 10-year contract to operate the Chabahar port in Iran.

It is quite incredible to see things of interest happen with the blessings of the divine trio

Swamiji once said, “The wind of divine grace is always blowing. You just need to spread your sail.

The battle for sustainability: Earth Day's message of 'Planet vs. Plastics

World Earth Day, observed annually on April 22 worldwide, commemorates contemporary environmental advancements and promotes awareness of the imperative to conserve Earth and its resources.

Mother Teresa International Award 2024: Celebrating Humanity and Service

The Mother Teresa International Award, a prestigious honor recognizing individuals dedicated to serving humanity, will host its 2024 ceremony in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Can India get out of the middle income trap?

In the mid-1980s, international financial institutions moved away from calling their member countries as poor and rich countries, or as developed and less developed countries.

How is India's falling household savings rate worrisome for its development?

There has been a sharp reduction in the household net financial savings rate in 2022-23, leading to an overall decline in the financial savings rate.

Japan's economic crisis and its impact on India

Japan’s economic crisis, ongoing for nearly four decades, continues to deteriorate with no clear end in sight.

Rise of BRICS and the West: The dethroning of the US Dollar

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has been warning about a growing rift in global trade along geopolitical lines.

Households saving more in physical assets; making funds inaccessible for investment

With inflation continuing to hurt daily budgets, Indian households are finding it difficult to save money.

A new chapter in Singapore's Leadership: continuity and change

The departure of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong marks the beginning of a new era in Singapore, as Lawrence Wong ascends to the post of the country’s fourth Prime Minister.

Disabled children: Education and rehabilitation

Child disability is, in fact, a serious and challenging problem of the world.

India's 2024 Elections: Is it a fight between a macro & micro view of development?

The seven phase massive election process in the largest democracy of the world is on; and the churn throws up hope as well as despair.

Empowering India's workforce: launch of comprehensive skill training programme

Srihari Global IISD Foundation, in collaboration with Birla Open Minds and SAHAJ Retail Private Limited, has launched a groundbreaking skill training program aimed at enhancing employment opportunities and fostering career growth across India.

DVC achieves record power generation in its 75-year journey

The Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has accomplished a significant milestone by generating 43.32 billion units of electricity during the fiscal year 2022-23.

"Sticky" inflation is still a global worry!

While major world economies have successfully tackled inflation over the last six months by bringing retail inflation (the monthly consumer price index-based inflation) close to the central bank target rates of 2% with and emerging economies including India’s Reserve Bank of India have achieved some measure of success, all is not well yet.

Emerging alarming trends in India's financial sector

The onset of the new financial year FY25, commencing on April 1, 2024, does not promise any relief from the economic challenges persisting since the previous fiscal year. In recent months, various banks and financial institutions in India, including Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, PayTM, IIFL, JM Financial, and Paisa Lo, have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons.

Economic insights from China

Economic indicators released by Chinese authorities, media outlets, and researchers suggest a recent downturn in China’s economic fundamentals.

Rubber planters confront challenges of declining prices, labour shortages, and erratic monsoons

Natural rubber (NR) stands as a crucial plantation commodity in India.

Is the Indian Tea Industry at a crossroads?

The Indian tea industry marks a significant milestone this year as it celebrates two centuries of journey since its inception.

Efforts to boost rubber plantation in India to meet market demands

With a surge in demand for natural rubber across India outpacing domestic production, stakeholders are stepping up efforts to bridge the gap.

Sustainable plantation sector can be a big employment generator

The emergence of plantations in India was a part of the commercialisation strategy adopted by the British planters. Geographical spread and development of plantations in the world was in tune with the expansion of colonialism and imperialism.

Morarji Desai: Walking the Yogic Path of Truth and Service

What is Yoga? In very short, from the basic viewpoint of Patanjali (the proponent of Yoga, a major branch of Indian philosophy and the author of the Yogashastra Yogasutra), Yoga is the process of merging oneself into the One Indivisible Whole through concentration of mind.

The automobile industry has rebounded to the levels observed in 2018-19, and the future of electric vehicles (EVS) appears promising

RC Bhargava, Chairman of Maruti Suzuki Ltd, recently shared insights on the automobile sector, noting that historically, its performance aligned with the country's GDP.

Dueling German Luxury: BMW and Mercedes-Benz Vie for Dominance in Indian Market

BMW and Mercedes-Benz, revered names in the realm of car enthusiasts. While the debate over which stands as the epitome of driving excellence persists, recent sales figures unveil an intriguing narrative, particularly in the dynamic Indian market.

INDIAN AUTO INDUSTRY GEARS UP FOR GREEN TRANSITION

As  India enters into 2024, the automotive sector stands ready to script a remarkable growth narrative. Backed by a buoyant demand in the passenger vehicle segment despite continuing rises in commodity prices, automobile makers are optimistic to embrace new technologies, especially in the electric mobility space which is expected to witness a number of new launches in both four and two-wheeler segments in the coming year.

Is Ayodhya emerging as a global destination brand?

Traditionally, sacred spaces and modern urban landscapes have been perceived as incompatible, akin to oil and water.