For more FTAs, need for greater trade openness India’s latest trade deal with the US highlights the growing role of FTAs in shaping the country’s external trade amid… Updated: February 5, 2026 08:45 IST
Loosen the controls The committee on banking sector should give lenders a freer hand and encourage M&A to create scale February 5, 2026 00:24 IST
A focus on efficiency The 16th FC has given useful suggestions on discontinuing off-budget borrowings by states, strict adherence to provisions of FRBM Act… February 4, 2026 23:36 IST
Time to wait and watch Steady growth environment lends space to wait rather than deliver final rate cut, if there is one Updated: February 7, 2026 08:21 IST
Why education holds the key to India’s global rise ‘As global challenges become more connected, the link between education and diplomacy will only grow stronger.’ Updated: May 6, 2026 18:03 IST
How high-speed rail push likely to unlock growth corridors, boost real estate across South India ‘The announcement has upped the expectation and real estate sentiment across South India – particularly in Bengaluru and the emerging… Updated: May 31, 2026 11:24 IST
A breakthrough moment India and the US seal a major trade breakthrough, cutting tariffs on Indian exports and boosting competitiveness. While exporters gain… February 4, 2026 00:17 IST
Twin buffers: Fiscal rectitude and steps to sustain growth at par for uncertain world This year, we also have two critical data announcements—a complete overhaul of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and gross domestic… Updated: February 3, 2026 13:37 IST
Tax law on buyback comes full circle In the current global uncertainty, investors, especially foreign ones, look for tax certainty and policy continuity. Buyback taxation qualifies for… February 3, 2026 05:32 IST
Budget 2026: Reform over rhetoric resonates with industry| Writes CII’s Director General Budget 2026–27 reinforces reform-led growth, fiscal discipline and policy continuity. Industry backs its focus on quality capex, MSMEs, manufacturing, skilling… Updated: February 3, 2026 05:08 IST
Taxing the risk STT hikes blur the line between regulation and revenue without protecting investors. February 3, 2026 00:40 IST
Budget View | Success tax on Indian entrepreneur ‘The reason for this 2024 insertion was to compel companies to invest surplus cash as opposed to distributing it.’ February 2, 2026 06:45 IST
Make it here, or pay for it forever ‘Piyush Goyal’s fresh directive to startups and MSMEs to actively map import substitution opportunities takes that intent further.’ Updated: May 21, 2026 10:45 IST
Charting the way for sustainable future of mobility Union Budget 2026-27: Budget 2026 charts a confident path for industrial expansion. Execution remains the priority. February 2, 2026 02:27 IST
A fine balance between equity and efficiency The 16th Finance Commission (FC) report, led by Arvind Panagariya, introduces a transformative “efficiency-first” model for India’s fiscal federalism. February 2, 2026 02:16 IST
Why consistency is now India’s strongest economic signal Union Budget 2026-27: Reform in India has moved beyond signalling intent; it is now compounding outcomes year after year. February 2, 2026 01:51 IST
Industry must drive India’s AI The industry needs to accept that the AI environment will be positive but there are no big bang investments. February 2, 2026 01:37 IST
A blueprint to ignite private investment In a world of disrupted capital flows, fiscal prudence must ignite private capital expenditure. February 2, 2026 01:29 IST
’We’re making a significant bet on India’s AI future’: Dahnesh Dilkhush, CTO, Microsoft India and South Asia
