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The KYC disruption: Investors deserve better than this It’s unfortunate that so many investor accounts have been put ‘on hold’ for identity data gaps. Yes, compliance matters. But companies and mutual funds could’ve put in much more effort to help out

Economic redistribution: Who’s afraid of progressive taxes? They’re needed to fund essential public services and foster a society with equal opportunity for all. Inheritance and wealth taxes may be inefficient, but let’s properly ensure other direct levies raise more revenue from the rich than...

What will the rising mercury this summer do to Indian inflation? It’s not a bright picture for prices. India’s balance of food-supply likelihoods has raised the question of whether fiscal 2024-25 will see monetary easing at all.

Indian banks are slipping on a banana peel of tech adoption Rapid progress in digital banking has exposed the system to risks. Drastic supervisory steps may be necessary, but they will not be enough. RBI must update its understanding of cybersecurity.

Why do some innovative ideas never see the light of day? Status quo bias. Many of us hold onto outdated and ineffective ideas because of this behavioural trait. The human brain does not like to change. But innovation can be nurtured only by being open to ideas.

We are in a frantic race for post-industrial dominance Industrial policy has reached epidemic levels globally. It is playing a role that’s subject to the risk of resources being misallocated by policymakers.

Deepfake distortion: Has Indian politics fallen prey to it? While deepfake worries predate Indian elections, fresh concerns have been sparked by recent video clips of politicians. Can we expect people to be duly sceptical of what they see and hear online?

Loan recovery: Credit penetration must not turn into a nightmare Wider loan supply is a vital economic pursuit in India, but app-driven lending is exposing people to coercive recovery tactics. The depravity these have sunk to gives credit a bad name.

Public policy education could make a better country if done right Engaging students and executives from various disciplines in tackling social challenges will bring forth talented problem-solvers. A wider and better understanding of our problems could improve policymaking.

Elon Musk shows why India can’t take China-plus-one narrative for granted The world’s discomfort with China, Washington-Beijing geopolitical tensions, and trade and tech wars had begun to lull India into thinking that all is at last in place for our manufacturing sector to take off

Political risk insurance:Expand its coverage to help Indian businesses go global Outbound FDI is crucial for Indian firms to expand globally but coverage gaps in what local insurers offer must be plugged. The market sorely misses policies that make dollar payouts.

Governance reform: Karthik Muralidharan’s treatise is refreshingly new His book stands out for its analysis of the country and the solutions it offers us, but underplays the role of technology.

AI hogs energy and its regulation must take its climate impact into account What’s costly needn’t be worthy. We must weigh the costs and benefits of AI deployment. The rules need to recognize the high cost of its application—in terms of investments, climate effects and other environmental factors.

Climate nudge: Let behavioural economics solve the planet’s crisis A novel approach based on the SC’s climate ruling combined with a key insight from Thaler’s observations of human behaviour could deliver results. Start with the right to a clean environment and think incentives all the way through.

CEO’s exit: Another bump in Ola's ride? IPO-bound Ola Cabs saw its chief Hemant Bakshi resign after barely four months in the post. What’s up? Going-electric jitters? Its path will be under watch.

Making sense of equity markets is a challenge: Look at RBI’s attempt A recent RBI working paper is a welcome addition to the literature on this subject even if it doesn’t explain markets to our satisfaction. It’s not an easy task—as a review of Nobel wins can testify. Recall the theory-driven...

India needs a reliable database to aim its welfare schemes better We need a clear picture of India's have-nots. Without an up-to-date database that's accurate, governments will find it hard to reach households in need of state support.

There’s much ado about a decline in India’s household savings rate It shouldn't worry us as the money is merely shifting to other assets and isn't as stark a phenomenon as some critics suggest. Here's what the numbers say.

AI asymmetry: Can our IT service firms close their gap with GenAI rivals? An information asymmetry needs to be fixed—and fast. Enhancing the skills of employees through AI training could improve the capacity of Indian IT service companies to compete on a more equal footing.

The US ban on non-compete clauses is good for labour market dynamism If it should be easy for employers to fire workers, then it should also be easy for employees to quit. By allowing workers to move freely to roles where they are most valued, the FTC is fostering a competitive and fair labour...