The root causes are encroachments into water bodies, choking of waterways, reckless construction, and lack of a hydrological plan

Though China’s growth has slowed in recent years, its dire consequences and impact on world economy are exaggerated

It can be a cheaper and more efficient alternative to SWIFT for transactions, if trust and liquidity issues are sorted out

Govt has focussed on a citizen-centric approach

BRICS countries have expressed the need for developing a platform where central bank digital currencies can be linked. This will reduce intermediation costs

Need to integrate tech, people and processes

Tightrope walk. India needs to balance its political and economic interests in an geo-politically uncertain world

Incentives under PM E-DRIVE must be backed by tighter fuel consumption rules, charging infra and demand creation

Cost-benefit analyses key to determining the features and designs that go into making various notes

FMCG multinationals seem to be hurt more by sector-specific disruptions that they have failed to foresee, than any economy-wide distress

India with 300 days of sunshine each year, possesses vast solar energy potential. The National Institute of Energy estimated the country’s solar potential at 748 GW, assuming solar PV modules cover 3% of the geographical surface. Solar energy is expected to be the main driver pushing India closer to its renewable energy targets. Diving deep into the state-wise push towards solar energy. Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka are the leading States in India, both in terms of installed capacities and power generation, in the solar segment. Also, with respect to solar energy projects, Rajasthan and Gujarat lead in terms of the capacities added since FY22 and projects in pipeline

Their greed and lack of awareness has cost them dear in derivatives trading. SEBI should lead an awareness campaign

India has also taken many initiatives in this field

It’s paradoxical that despite soaring e-transactions, the circulation of high denomination ₹500 notes has marched ahead

Green crackers are a step in the right solution. But they are not a complete solution

With the Biden administration going soft on Netanyahu, Democrats’ hold on Arab-American vote seems to be slipping

Germany’s overtures to India are significant on various counts — geo-politics, technology sharing, immigration and trade talks

Biomass power is neglected vis-a-vis green energy sources such as solar, green hydrogen

While the closing messages from the Donald Trump camp were vitriolic, Kamala Harris was more composed

With the government holding the selling price of DAP at a fraction of production costs, producers depend on subsidies to make ends meet.

Their part in fostering knowledge is invaluable

The Congress’ caste politics will only help the BJP, particularly at the national level

The government must look beyond rules and procedures and rationalise taxation, particularly in sectors like electronics

Vijay’s entry adds an interesting twist to the 2026 TN elections

Centre, States should augment revenue to bring down debt

While citizens cast their votes, the actual selection of the president is determined by the Electoral College

This will smoothen the assessment process and reduce the piling up of appeals at the Tribunals

Long term power purchase agreements have de-risked investments by private developers in renewables. But discoms need to invest in storage now

Women sustain the industry but don’t get their due

The arbitrators who were previously assigned arbitration work are now being assigned conciliation work as well, albeit with a lower fee

Tariff threat. Trump, if elected, has threatened to impose harsher tariffs on China. But that may hurt the US more

Time limit for MFs to invest NFO funds not a good idea

China controls over 80 per cent of global solar production. This dominance could hurt the world’s green energy agenda

Q2 earnings point to challenges in many sectors

It’s vital for wellness, full participation in society

The West is grappling with an influx of illegal immigrants, driven as they are by crises and instability in their countries

The online food delivery market in India is expected to outpace the growth of the food services market itself between 2023 and 2028

Despite the crude and vicious rhetoric, Trump’s agenda on economics and migration resonated with voters

Modi and Trump have the potential to redefine bilateral ties based on mutual economic growth, security, and strategic interests in an increasingly complex global landscape

Their risk management systems must improve

For every tonne of copper used in renewable energy systems, carbon emissions are reduced by 100 to 7,500 tonnes over the system’s lifecycle

Trump may end existing animosities, start new ones