Ambreesh Mishra

Opinion : India’s new FTAs signal a strategic shift, with the New Zealand pact prioritising market access, services mobility and regulatory cooperation over tariff cuts.

Opinion : From trade to climate, standards now shape development more than tariffs or capital flows—driving growth if used wisely, or inequality if ignored.

A strong GDP number can mask weak living standards, environmental decline and fragile systems. Real progress demands a wider set of measures that reflect

Opinion: Despite digital reforms and portals, India’s push for smarter governance raises a key question — has bureaucracy become more accountable or just more digital?

GST Council approves major overhaul: 4-tier structure replaced with 2 slabs, rates cut on essentials, healthcare, housing, and consumer goods. Effective Sep 22, 2025.