Leveraging Strengths

A synergistic approach is necessary - one that intertwines scientific innovation with human capital, while also streamlining processes for ease of doing business

Fermented Elixir

Have you tried kombucha? It is a sour, slightly effervescent drink with supposed health benefits

2024 Will Set the Agenda for 2047

This year is an opportune moment to take stock, all with an eye on the template and trajectory for 2047

India is Rediscovering its Old Mojo

By plugging a few gaps, India can truly emerge as a country that not only leads but nurtures the world

Tourism: Envisioning a Transformation

To tap into the growing demand for domestic travel, India must focus on building new destinations, enhance capacity at key tourist spots, and continue infrastructural development

It's All About Shared Prosperity

This is India’s moment to shine. And for this, the country would need all stakeholders. Not just government, but also enterprises and civil society

India Unstoppable

India's digital economy is on track to contribute a fifth of the GDP by 2026 and help the country reach the goal of a $5-trillion economy

SONY-ZEE MERGER After the Break-up

The merger between Sony and Zee has been called off. But it may have sparked a wave of consolidation in the industry

THE HEALTHCARE DIAGNOSIS

AS INDIA APPROACHES 2029, CRITICAL DECISIONS LIE AHEAD FOR ITS HEALTHCARE, PHARMA, AND DIAGNOSTICS INDUSTRIES. DESPITE SOME PROGRESS, UNRESOLVED CHALLENGES PERSIST, NECESSITATING A WELL-DEFINED FIVE-YEAR AGENDA FROM THE GOVERNMENT

Propelling India's Growth Through Trade

Trade concentrations exist everywhere, and they are a source of both strength and worry. India's business and policy leaders can find effective strategies that reimagine, rather than retreat, from them

Laying a Strong Foundation

There are five key focus areas for India as it strives for sustainable growth: women, water, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship

Firing on All Cylinders

From infra to India serving as a destination for global capability centres, the country has a lot going for it

Zero-Cost At What Cost?

Launched with great fanfare, zero-cost term plans promised complete premium refunds upon retirement. But experts say in the presence of regular term plans and those offering premium returns, this new offering adds little value

Balancing The Budget

The government may choose to maintain fiscal conservatism in the Interim Budget to be presented on February 1 but there is expectation that it will contain a few popular announcements ahead of the General Elections. How will the government maintain this balance?

Adani-Hindenburg Case - In Sebi's Court

The Supreme Court ruling in the Adani-Hindenburg matter has made it clear that Sebi is the sole authority that will look into the allegations against the conglomerate

Celebrating AI

From home appliances to cars, companies across the board have embraced AI at CES 2024

CHIPS RISE

unit Tata's announcement of a semiconductor and Simmtech's ₹1,250-crore investment plan are encouraging, but India's fab dream is still a long road

Poised for Growth

Following the outperformance of the broader markets in 2023, market watchers are counting on large-caps to come through in 2024, despite some concerns

Choppy Waters

The derogatory remarks of now-suspended Maldivian ministers have not only led to calls for a boycott of the island nation but also a surge in demand for domestic destinations like Lakshadweep

CAPITAL GATEWAY

IN THE MAKING FOR OVER A DECADE, INDIA'S ONLY INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE, GIFT CITY NOW SEEMS TO BE TAKING SHAPE WITH FOCUSED POLICIES AND REGULATORY CLARITY. THERE'S GROWING INTEREST FROM INVESTORS AND MORE CONFIDENCE ON THE GROUND BUT A FEW MORE POLICY TWEAKS MAY BE NEEDED

THE ALTERNATIVE UNIVERSE

Exotic alternative investment options like asset leasing and invoice discounting represent the next frontier for those chasing high returns. But, as is often the case, the risks are elevated, too

PLAYING THE LONG GAME

Two years after India brought in a scheme to promote semiconductor manufacturing, it is yet to approve a chip fab application. But a strong foundation has been laid

BURNING RUBBER

Two-wheeler tyre market leader CEAT is betting on electrification and premiumisation as it targets a top line of ₹17,000 crore in three years. But competition is intensifying and it must strive hard to consolidate its lead

REJUVENATING DABUR

THE ORIGINAL AYURVEDA MAJOR IS AIMING FOR IMMUNITY FROM DIPS WITH A BASKET OF ₹1,000-CRORE POWER BRANDS

Captives Take Centre Stage

Even as IT services is facing a slowdown, global capability centres in India are transforming from back-end offices providing round-the-clock technical support into innovation hubs for MNCs. And they are hiring!

"India needs to free up the markets for more money to come in"

Legendary investor and fund manager Mark Mobius on India, emerging markets, and women on boards

WARM VIBES

With winter at its peak, sales of appliances like geysers and room heaters are spiking, bringing cheer for retailers and manufacturers alike

TEMPLE BOOM

From hotels to real estate, and airlines to railways, there's a frenetic pace of activity at Ayodhya

The Angel Tax Overhang

The extension of angel tax rules to investments by non-residents has raised concerns over the valuation of start-ups and sparked fears of calls from tax authorities. The industry is hoping that this decision will be reviewed

The Debt Trap

Among India's start-up elite, many are feeling the financial squeeze, handling loans from lean equity times. It's not just a wake-up call for the industry but also signals a looming debt inferno ahead