Category: Editorial Analysis
A Budget that places health on the margins
The goal of having every Indian protected by universal health coverage cannot be realised if budget allocation is meagre.
A message of fiscal stability, growth continuity
The FY25 Union Budget highlights fiscal stability and sustainable growth, targeting economic imbalances through a focus on agriculture, employment, and MSMEs.
A case for regulating gig-based work
SyllabusGS Paper 3 – Indian Economy – Issues relating to development and employment. ContextThe Karnataka government’s plan to introduce legislation…
Focus on female employment to counter unemployment
A better female labour force participation rate can improve overall family income and welfare, especially in rural India.
The promise of parametric insurance
In 2023, the world witnessed its warmest year on record, accompanied by a surge in natural disasters that caused an estimated $280 billion in economic losses.
The issue with tree planting schemes
The degradation of forest landscapes due to uncontrolled and unsustainable exploitation of resources has led to significant environmental challenges.
Intergenerational equity as tax devolution criterion
The Finance Commission needs to have a relook at the indicators in rewarding State fiscal efficiency.
The problem with billionaire consumption
Lavish wedding celebrations of Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son highlight the question of “conspicuous consumption” by the rich.
The toll that extreme heat takes on women
Women are disproportionately harmed by extreme heat, largely because of unequal power dynamics, gender norms, and unequal access to resources.
On the jurisdiction of the CBI
On July 10, the Supreme Court upheld West Bengal’s suit against the Union government, accusing it of “constitutional overreach” by using the CBI.
The PDS impact on household expenditure
It is time to recognise and address the subject of male reproductive health issues in India
Taboo on Men’s Reproductive Health
It is time to recognise and address the subject of male reproductive health issues in India