Other Briefings
India’s Dedicated Freight Corridor Program: Progress and Prospects
India’s two dedicated freight corridors, namely the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC) (1337 km) and the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC) (1506 km) are nearing completion in India.
India’s Investment Appeal Stays Bright: Findings from EIU Report
India is among the top three most improved investment destinations, according to a recent report from the Economist Intelligence Unit, which attributes the country’s appeal to its domestic market size and workforce capacity.
Investing in Assam State, India
We profile the investment climate of Assam, the largest state in India’s Northeast region, and an emerging semiconductor manufacturing base.
Investing in Odisha State in India: Economic Outlook and Opportunities
We profile the eastern coastal state of Odisha in India and its leading industries and investment prospects.
Queensland and India Trade and Investment Scope: Key Growth Drivers
Queensland dominates Australia’s trade with India and presents prospects for commercial partnerships and benefits under the AI-ECTA.
India’s General Election Dates Announced, Polling Scheduled in Seven Phases
Polling for the 2024 Indian General Elections, the world’s largest electoral exercise, is scheduled to take place from April 19 to June 6, 2024. India Briefing gives a summary of the electoral process and voter profile.
Examining India’s State Capex Performance in 2023-24
India’s latest capital expenditure (capex) estimates from March indicate that the states of Telangana, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh are on track to achieve their budgeted targets. Tracking capex performance has value as such expenditure has multiplier effects in terms of asset creation, raising productivity, and generating jobs.
India, EFTA Sign TEPA Deal: Key Benefits Negotiated
India has linked tariff concessions with investment obligations in its Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the EFTA nations. We look into the fine print of the deal and discuss New Delhi’s expectations.
