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After the Budget, FM should focus ironing out the wrinkles in GST

After the Budget, FM should focus ironing out the wrinkles in GST

India’s goods and service tax has too many rates and too many exemptions. As a result, it has not been able to live up fully to its promise. With revenues showing a buoyancy over the past few months, this may be the right time to roll out an improved GST 2.0.

MSMEs adopting digital marketing are helping India recover faster

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced small and medium companies to adopt digital marketing tools to stay alive. This is facilitating a quicker-than-expected rebound in this sector, which accounts for a significant chunk of GDP, employment and growth.

India at the UNSC: Breaking the policy paralysis

India at the UNSC: Breaking the policy paralysis

With the UN fast losing its coherence, New Delhi's stint at the security council aims to bring back the focus on long-delayed reforms and a permanent seat for the world's largest democracy.

Why PM Modi defies trends to remain most popular global leader

Why PM Modi defies trends to remain most popular global leader

US data firm finds Indian PM's net approval rating highest among world leaders - and here are the reasons behind it.

Self-Reliant India paves its way to the $5-trn GDP dream

Self-Reliant India paves its way to the $5-trn GDP dream

The Self-Reliant India mantra has already succeeded in attracting billions of dollars of FDI, with much more in the pipeline. This rapid ramp-up in technological and manufacturing capacities is setting the stage for rapid growth in the years ahead.

India can match China’s chip making capacity

Following the success of the PLI scheme in attracting global smartphone makers set up facilities in India, the Modi government has launched an initiative to encourage chip making in the country. Executed properly, this could propel India past China in this critical segment of future-ready manufacturing.

Modi’s fiscal prudence to help Indian economy bounce back this year

Most major global agencies expect India to record steroid charged growth in 2021, albeit from a reduced base. The much-criticised measures by the government and the RBI to ensure that the country’s macro-economic indicators remain in good shape are now expected to pay rich dividends.

Why the US bill on Tibet is a strategic win for India

Rather than focusing on regional hegemony, India has always aimed at promoting cooperation through multilateral platforms - and the Tibetan Policy and Support Act (TPSA) represents yet another opportunity to strengthen its case for a permanent seat at the UNSC.

Legion of Merit for PM Modi: What does it mean for India?

Rare US military honour yet another testament of PM Modi’s statesmanship and government’s efforts to evolve the dynamics of relations with India’s closest allies.