Second-Gen GST reforms needed for simplicity, equity, competitiveness
Streamlining rates and expanding GST coverage can enhance revenue and reduce distortions; political buy-in remains a key challenge
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India's unorganised sector: Harsh work conditions and mental health crisis
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Victory, defeat and vindication: Twin poll verdicts a huge positive for BJP
Shekhar Gupta
India's manufacturing under-performance Part 1: New clue from multi-plants
Abhishek Anand
Arvind Subramanian
Naveen Thomas
SBI's notice to MTNL presents an opportunity for ownership change
A K Bhattacharya
NSS at 75: Strengthening statistical systems for Viksit Bharat by 2047
S Chandrasekhar
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How Haryana's new govt can sustain and expand recent economic gains
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Rishita Sachdeva
Reliance-Disney merger holds promise for media business, but details matter
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RBI monetary policy preview: Expecting more nimble and prudent guidance
Siddhartha Sanyal
Nobel sparks debate as AI pioneers honoured for neural nets, not physics
Business Standard Editorial Comment
Unambiguous commitment: MPC wants the disinflation process to be completed
Maldives' strategic shift: Domestic priorities induce a thaw with India
Clear election verdict: Haryana for continuity; J&K needs change
Wait and watch: Geopolitical threats to inflation outcomes have increased
Female entrepreneurship: Govt must focus on mkt linkages, access to finance