Page 9 - Economy & Policy Analysis

Govt should ensure policy gains do not evaporate in opaque tractor markets

The government can ensure trade accountability by making it mandatory for dealers to display MRPs for all models along with prices under GST 1 (12-18 per cent) and GST 2 (5 per cent)

GST 2.0 promises relief on many fronts, but unfinished agenda persists

Despite the sweeping rate and slab reductions, several issues remain unresolved and need to be tackled in the next round of reforms to make GST more viable for businesses, say experts

How regulation is shaping a sustainable crypto assets sector in India

The reality is that every country's response will (and should) differ depending on the country context and risks arising from crypto assets

From space to drones, PM Modi-era will be known for deep-tech forays

The confluence of technology, nationalism and communication skills of PM Modi can be appreciated from his interventions during emergencies

Edible oil prices continue to pinch pockets as food inflation rises

Retail inflation inches up to 2.07% in August; edible oils, tomatoes, and precious metals see record price rise, with Kerala topping state-wise inflation charts

Statsguru: Mateship goes amiss despite Indians' economic contribution

Over 31 per cent of Australia's population was born overseas in 2024, up from 23 per cent at the start of the century

West alarmed as global steel capacity set to jump 165 mt by 2027

Excess capacity of that size will inevitably lower the capacity utilisation rate to 70 per cent from 78-79 per cent now

A green industrial policy for CBAM key to securing India-EU FTA benefits

The CBAM is expected to drive the transition of manufacturing globally away from carbon emissions and the use of fossil fuels

Why is India in a rush to seal an FTA with the Russia-led Eurasian bloc?

An ambitious pact with Moscow's bloc could cut tariffs, boost exports from Armenia to Kyrgyzstan, and ease India's dependence on oil imports

India must put policy first, politics later to realise its AI Ambition

The country must institutionalise the technology with the sobriety that once anchored Aadhaar and implementation of GST

Urea shortage: Supplies in Jun-July exceeded states' requirement, sales

Despite images of farmers standing in line for urea, data shows that supplies to most states were more than both their requests and sales; shortages grew out of sudden demand due to increase in sowing

Green energy push: Driving India's economic and geopolitical future

India can position itself as the world's renewable powerhouse and green fuel exporter

India's informal workforce moves towards formalisation, shows govt data

It stated that the EPFO recorded 139.78 lakh net new subscribers in FY25, its highest ever, which is over double the 61 lakh enrolments seen in FY19

Statsguru: Jobs in India to face the heat as 50% US tariffs hit exports

With 50% US tariffs hitting labour-intensive exports like textiles, leather, and gems, millions of Indian jobs and industrial credit flows face mounting risks

From automobiles to agriculture, EY analysis on impact of GST rate change

Relief from long-pending disputes around GST rates on auto components with a single GST slab of 18%

GST rate cut may ease CPI inflation by 25bps; 40bps dent on fiscal deficit

Here's how analysts leading brokerages assess the impact of the GST rate rejig on the Indian economy, bond markets and the possibility of an aggressive interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India

From boon to bane: How monsoon 2025 is turning into a nightmare for many

Above-normal monsoon this year has seen surge in kharif planting, driving up fertiliser demand, but heavy rains in northern states have also ruined standing crops, while floods have killed hundreds

The good and simple tax? All eyes on GST Council's two high-rate slabs

This article visually summarises, in two tables, how not-simple the GST is, which leads to serious but under-recognised problems of arbitrary and coercive implementation

Revenue deficit, capital spends: Key takeaways from 15th finance commission

The 15th FC had recommended a sizeable Rs. 2.9 trillion as revenue deficit grants (RDG) to a select number of states for FY2022-FY2026

Headline inflation should continue to be the target, says BS poll

Economists back headline CPI as India's inflation target, stressing food's heavy weight in consumption and urging RBI to retain the 4% benchmark with the current tolerance band