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Why undoing the EU combustion engine ban spooks car rentals

The EU will soon unveil a new plan to curb CO2 emissions in Europe’s car sector, likely loosening an all-out 2035 ban of sales of combustion engine cars. But some businesses face more stringent electrification...

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Labour Reform in India: Progress in Law, Pressure in Delivery

On 21 November 2025, India completed one of its most ambitious labour reforms by operationalising the four consolidated Labour Codes — the Code on Wages, the Industrial Relations Code, the Social Security Code, and the...

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What a U.S. Visa Shift Would Mean for India? The H-1B Reckoning

For decades, the H-1B visa has been a cornerstone of the U.S.-India economic relationship. It’s more than a work permit; it’s a bridge for talent, a driver of remittances, and a symbol of global opportunity....

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Digitisation, Guarantees & NBFCs: The New Frontier in MSME Financing

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) remain the backbone of India’s economy, contributing nearly one-third of the country’s GDP and employing over 11 crore people. They also play a crucial role in exports, innovation, and...

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Why Gold Is Surging: The Global Search for Value Amidst Dollar Decline

Gold is glowing again. After months of quiet, both gold and silver are showing firm signs of revival — a response to a world that seems increasingly unsure of its own economic direction. Beneath this...

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How Estonia outpaced the rest of Europe at digitalization

Germany has been described as an analogue country in a digital world. Meanwhile, Estonia has digitized all of its government services, including applying for divorce. How has Estonia become Europe’s digital leader? How long does...

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Fixing the Mirror: Why India’s GDP Deflator Needs Urgent Overhaul

India Growth Story: Each time India’s GDP data is released, the headlines celebrate growth. Yet behind those glossy numbers lies a more subtle question: how “real” is this real growth we so readily accept? The...

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Musk’s trillion dollar pay deal hinges on humanoid robots

Musk’s record-breaking pay deal was approved by Tesla shareholders after years of legal battles. It’s tied to Tesla’s robotic ambitions, but critics warn the new tech isn’t remotely ready. The future’s so bright for Elon Musk,...

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U.S. Tariffs Backfire: Why the Trade War Is Turning Against the American Economy

There’s an appealing simplicity to the idea: impose U.S. tariffs on foreign goods, protect U.S. industries, boost jobs, reduce the trade deficit. But in practice, the story tends to be far messier. When the U.S. launches...

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CBDCs’ Role in Reducing Dollar Dependence and Reshaping Global Finance

The US dollar (USD) has been the world’s main reserve currency for over 50 years, controlling international trade, commodity prices, and foreign exchange reserves. It provides stability, worldwide liquidity, and confidence in global finance. However,...

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China’s Yuan tops dollar in trade but struggles persist

China now settles nearly a third of its $6.2 trillion trade in yuan instead of dollars — up from 20% in 2022. But economic imbalances and tight capital controls will keep the currency from truly...

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Global Financial Stability at Risk: A Call to Action Before the Next Crisis

Every few years, the world finds itself startled by a sudden financial disruption that “nobody saw coming.” That statement is never really true. The signs are usually blinking red for long enough — the problem...