Bhubaneswar has become the first Indian city to launch an Integrated Heat and Cooling Action Plan (IHCAP) . (Image Source: PTI)
Breaking a vicious cycle

Scientific modelling, innovative planning, & forward-looking policy can help cities beat heat stress.

US Tariffs and India's energy security: The imperative for domestic production. (Image Source: Twitter)
Double down on domestic oil and gas

India can shape a pragmatic model that offers clearances in a predictable time frame, balances environmental oversight, and creates confidence…

Tariff impact on Global trade
Data as a business advantage

For Indian companies trying to meet new sustainability norms, tariff-driven input costs are complicating ESG reporting.

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Volatility is here to stay

RBI must take a strong stand before the rupee hits, or even threatens, 90 and brings a vision of Rs…

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American tariff shock

With the 2026 mid-term election approaching, will Trump finally feel the heat and take action?

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Signs of Himalayan thaw

The continuing border stand-off must end through de-escalation and de-induction of troops for a sustainable improvement in the Sino-Indian economic…

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Ensuring infra momentum

A Viksit Bharat Infrastructure Development Act could codify key principles on contract, land use.

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A moment for reflection

NTBCL case highlights importance of legal architecture that keeps pace with infra financing needs.

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A China-led counter

Tianjin meet highlights China bid to advance its brand of multilateralism & strengthen anti-US front.

India-New Zealand FTA forges ahead, Delhi to host next round of talks on October 13
Power politics, trade and tariffs

We should undertake second-generation reforms, including significant reduction in import duties. Else, we support Trump’s claim of India being the…