Khushboo SharmaThe phrase “fabric of local communities and economy” refers to the interconnected and interwoven elements that make up the structure and functioning of a local area’s society and its economic activities. Growth of a regional economy is often...
Poorvi SethIntroductionIn today’s rapidly evolving job market, skill development programs are crucial in equipping individuals with the knowledge and expertise needed for career success. However, for many young women, access to these programs remains a challenge due to gender...
Suranjana MitraIn the Union budget of FY 25-26, a new initiative has been taken up by the Government of India (GoI) towards strengthening the rural people and Self-Help Groups (SHG) which comprise of poor rural women who come together...
Aboli IngleDr. B.R. Ambedkar once said, “The progress of a community is measured by the progress of its women.” Yet, women remain significantly underrepresented in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Globally, they make up only 28% of the...
TK ArunTwo things about the Ukraine ceasefire deal that US President Donald Trump is trying to bring about deserve to be taken note of. One is that the negotiation between Ukraine and the US took place in Saudi Arabia,...
TK ArunBillionaire investor Warren Buffett has called out US President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on imports into the country, saying the import duties would not be paid by some tooth fairy, but by American consumers, and so amounts to a tax on US...
Arun KumarPRESIDENT Donald Trump is keeping the pot boiling with daily major announcements. Globally, the trade front changes are creating turmoil and uncertainty among nations and financial markets. ‘Are they on or off?’ – Nations are left guessing. Should they...
Policy UpdateSoorya SubbuInceptionA Global Capability Center (GCC) is an establishment that helps a company use global talent and technology to upgrade its business. The Global Capabilities Center (GCC), also referred to as Global In-house Center (GIC) was established in...
Policy UpdateMeyhar Kaur WaliaBackgroundThe Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme was introduced in August 1998 to provide term loans for the agricultural needs of farmers. The issuance of KCCs is based on farmers’ land holdings to ensure uniform adoption and...
Policy UpdateGayathri PramodIntroduction Tonnage tax schemes, a unique form of taxation primarily found in the maritime industry, provide shipowners and operators with an alternative to traditional corporate taxation. Instead of taxing profits, these schemes assess taxes based on a...
