India Must Strive For Reform Not Better Trade Bargains
The US tariff reprieve offers India relief, but hollow gains persist as domestic protectionism continues undermining global competitiveness and trade potential.
India’s Budget 2026 Signals A Sunday Moment For Reform
India’s Union Budget 2026, presented on a Sunday, signals intent, but markets will focus on whether it delivers decisive policy action beyond symbolism.
Auto Part Exports Rise 9%, But Tariffs Could Put Future Orders At Risk
Indian auto component exports rose in H1 FY26, but US tariffs, stalled new orders and rare-earth shortages pose growing long-term risks despite stable near-term demand.
What the Data Reveals about India–US Trade Under 50% Tariffs
Insights on what the trade data signals about India’s negotiating space
India Passed 2025’s Resilience Test, Now Comes The Tough Part
2025 began on a weak note for India’s economy, yet export recovery and GST-led consumption gains set the stage for a tougher test of growth ahead.
India Pulls Back QCOs, But It Must Continue To Learn Lessons From Tariff War
QCOs are mandatory BIS certifications requiring each product or import category to meet Indian quality standards at the source, making compliance costly and cumbersome.






