Category: 1st Edition – 2024
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Platform-Based Gig Workers in India: Legal Landscape and Current State
Introducing the Topic: The platform-based gig economy has been steadily expanding, with more companies entering the digital space. According to a NITI Aayog projection, the gig workforce is expected to grow to 23.5 million workers by 2030. While the gig economy has…
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India’s Ambitious Foray into the Semiconductor Industry
Forty years after its initial, unsuccessful attempt to produce semiconductors, India is making a renewed push to become a major player in the global semiconductor industry. This new effort is marked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi laying the foundation for…
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India’s FI-Index Rises to 64.2: A Positive Trend for Financial Inclusion
In March 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reported a significant rise in the Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index), reaching 64.2. This development underscores the country’s progress in expanding access to financial services and promoting inclusive economic participation. Understanding the…
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ADP’s “People at Work” Report: Six Key Findings Shaping HRM Trends
Earlier this month, The ADP Research Institute released its “People at Work” report, based on detailed survey responses from over 34,000 workers across 18 countries. The report highlights six key findings regarding worker demands and HRM trends. These metrics are…
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On the way to a healthier Telecom Industry
All three of India’s leading telecom operators, Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea (Vi) have announced tariff hikes within hours of each other, as the companies search for a path of monetising 5G services and improving the financial health…
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Direct Tax Collections Surge in FY25: A Positive Trend for India’s Economy
In the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25), India witnessed a remarkable surge in net direct tax collections, reflecting the country’s economic resilience and recovery. According to official data, the net direct tax collection increased by an impressive 19.54%, reaching ₹5.74 lakh…