Finding new Cape of Good Hopes Rising geopolitical risks around the Strait of Hormuz highlight India’s energy vulnerability, pushing focus on alternative trade corridors and strategic… May 7, 2026 06:22 IST
The survival of family capitalism increasingly depends on behaving less like a family enterprise Biocon succession debate intensifies as Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw names potential family successor, raising governance and transparency questions. May 6, 2026 22:44 IST
Relief for Vi may be justified, but the recalibration basis must be transparent and applied consistently Government cuts AGR dues of Vodafone Idea to Rs 64,046 crore, signalling regulatory support, but lack of clarity raises questions… May 6, 2026 22:31 IST
Below-normal rainfall blues If drought conditions stalk the countryside, there must be contingency plans to combat the problem on a war-footing May 6, 2026 06:26 IST
Left Behind: Out of power across states, the Left faces a crisis of relevance—reinvention is now imperative India’s Left faces an existential crisis after losing all state power, as shifting economic realities, informal work and changing voter… May 5, 2026 23:05 IST
Restless mandate Voters demand change across states; now govts must deliver on growth, jobs, and credibility May 4, 2026 22:17 IST
Three things India can do to grow India has to be more serious about its green transition, push harder in manufacturing certain kinds of products, and educate… May 4, 2026 22:07 IST
A shift towards nationalism Hindutva with inclusive messaging proves its capacity to co-opt contesting regional aspirations May 4, 2026 21:46 IST
Crunch time Fuel prices at the pump must be raised fast, or losses at OMCs will soon become untenable May 4, 2026 17:00 IST
RBI has spoken, finally The regulator must now enforce its mandate on Tata Sons listing as clarity now demands action May 3, 2026 22:37 IST
Redefining upper-layer NBFCs A key implication of RBI’s revised framework is the removal of ownership-linked regulatory distinctions, which had created a divergence in… May 3, 2026 22:26 IST
AI everywhere, change nowhere Adoption is scaling, but outdated business models remain stubbornly intact May 3, 2026 22:10 IST
Why India’s next startup wave needs better incubation, not just more funding India’s next startup era will be defined not by funding volumes, but by strong incubation that helps founders build resilient,… Updated: July 9, 2026 19:00 IST
Across the isle by P Chidambaram: Mitigating costs of the start-stop war The February 2026 outbreak of the US-Israel-Iran conflict has marginalized India’s traditional role as a global peacemaker. Updated: May 3, 2026 15:35 IST
Inside Track by Coomi Kapoor: Fair-weather MPs The AAP faces a massive crisis as seven Rajya Sabha MPs, including Raghav Chadha, defect to the BJP, highlighting the… Updated: May 3, 2026 15:37 IST
What India’s startup capital cycle is really telling Us India’s startup ecosystem is entering a more disciplined era, where capital remains available but flows increasingly to founders with strong… Updated: July 9, 2026 18:45 IST
India-Indonesia economic partnership poised for growth beyond government agreements India and Indonesia are entering a new phase of economic cooperation, with recent diplomatic engagement creating a strong foundation for… Updated: July 9, 2026 20:27 IST
Quantity over quality Apart from offering jobs to those eligible, the provision of quality jobs is equally important May 1, 2026 22:19 IST
