Crypto vs. Central Banks: The Battle for the Future of Money
The Evolution of Money: From Barter to Blockchain Money is not just a way to trade. It is a technology of trust and a living social contract that changes with each step of human civilisation. Money is not a static object like coins or paper notes. It has…
Tourism Sector in India: Current Landscape and Vision 2047
Introduction “Every fifth job created in the world over the last decade has come from tourism.” India clearly shows this global trend. In 2023, India’s travel and tourism industry contributed nearly ₹19.13 trillion (US$232 billion) to the economy, which…
India’s Youth Unemployment Crisis
Introduction Untapped Potential vs. Alarming Reality. India now has the world’s largest youth population, with an estimated 371 million people aged 15 to 29, accounting for 27% of the country’s population. In theory, this “demographic dividend”…
Geopolitical Events and the Global Economy
Introduction “In today’s world, wars are not only fought on battlefields but also in trade, technology, and supply chains.” This is more than a slogan; it captures the new logic of global economic risk. Political tensions, trade disputes, sanctions, and…
India’s 100-Day Reform Plan: Unlocking Growth and Investment
India’s 100-day reform plan represents a landmark economic strategy aimed at reshaping the country’s growth trajectory. Announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and deliberated with top ministers. NITI Aayog members and the Economic Advisory Council,…
GST RATE RATIONALISATION
Introduction The Goods and Services Tax (GST), introduced in India on 1st July 2017, was envisioned as a landmark reform aimed at unifying the indirect taxation system under the principle of “One Nation, One Tax, One Market.” However, despite its success…