Economy

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.
Sep 17

The big numbers India needs to hit 2047 target

Modi’s Independence Day speech focused on the goal of ‘Viksit Bharat’, meaning developed India, by 2047. Achieving that would need an economic miracle.
Aug 26

Can the Agnipath scheme fix India’s army?

The attempt to repair the defence budget with a short-term troop intake largely backfired, but it can still be made to work.
Aug 23

Budget 2024 Is the Sum Total of Many Pressures on the Government

Budget 2024 is more than numbers; it reflects political pressures and strategic alignments. Discover how Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s budget reveals BJP’s political manoeuvres, job creation promises, and controversial regional allocations.
Jul 25

Delhi’s dilemma: a growing economy and growing unemployment

India is on its way to becoming the third-largest economy in the world, yet unemployment among young people with graduate degrees is at an all-time high.
May 17

What makes consumers go green? Insights into ethical consumption

How do demographic factors and emotions like guilt, motivate consumers to pay more for organic versions of the same product and stay loyal to ethical businesses?
Nov 01

What is the politics behind IMEC corridor that is shaking up global alliances?

IMEC – Launching a geo-strategic chess game, the India-Middle East-Europe […]
Oct 02
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