Mumbai Investment Profile: Economy, Infrastructure, Industries
Read our profile of Mumbai, the capital of the western state of Maharashtra, and the premier financial and commercial hub of India.
How India Plans to Achieve Cost-Effective Green Hydrogen Production
We explore India’s journey towards becoming a leading global hub for green hydrogen production, highlighting government initiatives aimed at reducing costs and drawing foreign investments. The focus on green hydrogen is part of India’s long-term plan to reduce dependency on fossil fuels and achieve net zero emissions by 2070.
Emerging Technologies Supporting Your India Retail Strategy: Location Analytics
We discuss how technology-enabled tools are allowing retailers to optimize their India market strategy using location analytics.
Increasing Private Sector Participation Vital for India’s Infrastructure Sector
With a focus on infrastructure modernization, India has raised the FY 2024-25 budget outlay to INR 11.11 billion. However, to achieve its goal of becoming a US$7 trillion economy by 2030, greater private sector participation in the infrastructure sector will be essential.
Ongoing Red Sea Crisis Compels Global Shipping to Find New Routes
Amidst indiscriminate attacks by Houthi rebels on the Red Sea, we discuss how a new land corridor in the Middle East is being used to transport cargo and assess its long-term viability.
India-EFTA Close to Finalizing a Free Trade Agreement
Reports have emerged that India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) have come to an understanding regarding the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), which has been under discussion since 2008.
India Cuts Import Duty on Mobile Phone Components from 15% to 10%
In a bid to expand local mobile phone manufacturing, India has lowered import duty on mobile phone components from 15 percent to 10 percent. The move will benefit companies like Apple and Xiaomi and potentially result in a 3-5 percent price drop, benefiting end customers.
Ahead of Interim Budget and in an Election Year, India’s Chief Economic Advisor Releases a State of the Economy Report
The report is not an annual economy survey, but a state of the Indian economy report released in an election year. The timing makes it political statement and affirming the progress made by the incumbent Modi government.