Editorial Comment

Owners' pride: IPL's soaring valuations reflect a thriving business model

RCB's title win underscores the IPL's growing financial power, with franchise valuations soaring as the league emerges as one of the world's most profitable sports properties

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:32 PM IST

Policy complexity: RBI MPC will have to reckon with several moving parts

With oil prices elevated and monsoon risks looming, the RBI is expected to hold rates steady while reassessing inflation and growth forecasts

Updated On: 02 Jun 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

Plastic currency: Switching to polymer bank notes can help manage costs

Polymer notes are made of a thin plastic substrate that is more resistant to moisture, dirt and tearing

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 10:33 PM IST

Stress tests: Centralised examination systems are failing aspirants

Over the past decade, attempts to centralise the public-examination system have consistently led to sub-optimal outcomes

Updated On: 01 Jun 2026 | 10:32 PM IST

Improving health outcomes: Survey suggests the need for a holistic approach

NFHS-6 shows gains in child nutrition and healthcare access, but rising obesity and diabetes underscore the need for a more comprehensive public health strategy

Updated On: 31 May 2026 | 9:58 PM IST

Governance questions: HDFC Bank must emphatically address all concerns

HDFC Bank must address governance concerns transparently after reports of irregular payments linked to bulk deposits, while the RBI should clarify its oversight role

Updated On: 31 May 2026 | 9:47 PM IST

Measuring change: New IIP broadens scope of coverage, but needs better data

Advanced economies increasingly use dynamic industrial measurement systems, which regularly update weightings and production patterns

Updated On: 28 May 2026 | 9:56 PM IST

Deepening water stress across urban, rural centres calls for urgent reforms

Water availability must become a core criterion in selecting industrial sites, urban planning, and agricultural incentives

Updated On: 28 May 2026 | 9:44 PM IST

Empowering panchayats: Hyperlocal representation alone will not help

Panchayats are expected to manage digital-governance platforms such as eGramSwaraj and Gram Manchitra, while simultaneously implementing schemes related to housing, water, sanitation, and employment

Updated On: 27 May 2026 | 10:00 PM IST

IBC@10: Insolvency and bankruptcy code's administration needs improvement

The recent IBC (Amendment) Act, 2026, aims to strengthen the law and improve outcomes

Updated On: 27 May 2026 | 9:59 PM IST

Powering transition: India needs resilient electric mobility infrastructure

India had around 29,000 charging stations for the public early this calendar year, a significant improvement from the barely 5,000 a few years ago

Updated On: 27 May 2026 | 10:59 AM IST

Shifting US geopolitical priorities are affecting Quad's relevance

The war in West Asia has added to the Quad nations' concerns.

Updated On: 26 May 2026 | 10:43 PM IST

Parks and recreation: Govt land should be deployed to expand green spaces

In legal terms, the government is within its rights to reclaim or cancel leases granted in perpetuity

Updated On: 25 May 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

Eyes in the sky: SpaceX is aiming to make history on Wall Street

SpaceX has set aside provisions of over $500 million for potential legal liabilities as it fights a long list of cases

Updated On: 25 May 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

Revenue channels: RBI's surplus transfer will not ease fiscal pressure

The crisis in West Asia and the resultant surge in prices of crude oil have significantly complicated the overall Budget arithmetic

Updated On: 24 May 2026 | 10:05 PM IST

Power planning: India's surging energy demand needs better preparation

Every year, summers have arrived earlier and temperatures have scaled new peaks

Updated On: 24 May 2026 | 10:04 PM IST

Nordic outreach: India will benefit from technology and capital flows

India's transition to green industrialisation will require a wide-range of technological inputs, infrastructure financing, and specialised expertise

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 10:05 PM IST

Hamara Bajaj@ 100: Yesterday's resilience, tomorrow's challenge lie ahead

In the 2025 annual Barclays Private Clients Hurun India Most Valuable Family Business, the Bajaj group weighs among the top five, a consistent ranking

Updated On: 21 May 2026 | 10:04 PM IST

Reorienting usage: Coal gasification can reduce energy import dependence

India produced more than 1 billion tonnes of coal in FY25 and possesses one of the world's largest coal reserves

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 11:21 PM IST

Clouded outlook: Policymakers need to remain agile in current environment

The impact of the conflict in West Asia depends on, among other things, energy dependence, market structure, and fiscal space

Updated On: 20 May 2026 | 11:18 PM IST