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Questions still on how far labour codes will change gig workers’ lot

News: Although companies claim that they take care of the social security needs of their workforce, but the various surveys suggest a different trend.  For example – Uber, incidentally, has scored a zero in the Fairwork India Ratings 2021 on the working conditions of app-based gig workers, as have Ola and Porter.  Covid-19 disrupted earnings,… Continue reading Questions still on how far labour codes will change gig workers’ lot

Great Power Politics is back with a twist

News: Great power politics between US and China is shaping every dimension of the global order China’s rise has shaken the status quo in the global political order. As a rising power, it is challenging the foundation of the US-led global order. This has led to the US-China strategic competition. Covid-19 has merely accelerated the… Continue reading Great Power Politics is back with a twist

The capital market: Then and now

News:  Public issues in capital markets are the route for corporate finance. Contents1 How the trends of capital markets in India are changing post-liberalisation?2 The easing of the issue of shares by private companies.3 Liberalization of rules for foreign direct and portfolio investment.4 What is the reason for low dependence on the public issue? How… Continue reading The capital market: Then and now

Strengthening IBC

News: The need for quicker resolution of insolvencies cannot be overemphasised. It makes capital more efficient, improve credit culture, and help boost growth. In this light, it is encouraging to see that the government is consistently working to strengthen the IBC by addressing the emerging gaps. Recently, it proposed another set of changes that would… Continue reading Strengthening IBC

Edtech’s teachable moment

News: Government has issued an advisory to citizens that caution should be exercised while using the services of companies that offer online and remote learning courses.  These companies have been accused of delaying refunds, suppressing information about auto-debit facilities and luring subscribers to sign up for tuitions without explaining the financial implications.  What is the… Continue reading Edtech’s teachable moment

Bangladesh may become India’s fourth largest export destination in FY22

What is the News? Bangladesh may become India’s fourth-largest export destination in the Financial year 2021-22. India’s Exports to Bangladesh During April-October 2021, India’s exports to Bangladesh grew 81% over the same period last year. This makes Bangladesh India’s fourth-largest export market behind the US, UAE and China. The major items exported to Bangladesh by… Continue reading Bangladesh may become India’s fourth largest export destination in FY22

Protection from data protection authority

News: The Personal data protection bill was introduced in the parliament in 2019 and then referred to a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) which has recently submitted its report.  Read the JPC’s recommendation here.  Contents1 What is Data protection authority (DPA)? 2 What are the powers given to DPA? 3 What are the apprehensions regarding its powers?  4… Continue reading Protection from data protection authority

Govt likely to dilute draft e-commerce norms as consultation ends

What is the News? The Government of India may soon dilute some of the clauses of the Draft E-Commerce Rules as the Ministry has completed consultation with e-commerce companies, industry associations and other relevant stakeholders. What are the contentious Draft E-Commerce Rules that have been objected by the industry? Contentious E-Commerce Rules Objections to these… Continue reading Govt likely to dilute draft e-commerce norms as consultation ends

Agriculture needs a booster dose

News: The cure for the farm sector’s ills lies primarily in making agriculture remunerative. Why are farmers discontented and uneasy? Income from crop farming has become insufficient for the livelihood of an average farm family: The “Situation Assessment of Agricultural Households” survey, carried out by the National Sample Survey Organisation in 2018-19, clearly indicates that… Continue reading Agriculture needs a booster dose

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