Finance
🌍 Introduction The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) plays a vital role in regulating how foreign contributions and hospitality are accepted and used in India. Enacted by the Government of India, the law aims to ensure that foreign funding does not adversely affect the country’s sovereignty, democratic institutions, national security, or public interest. Any non-governmental…
In a rapidly evolving economic environment shaped by innovation, infrastructure expansion, and global competitiveness, Indian Council for Technical Research and Development (ICTRD) convened a distinguished Virtual Round Table on “Decoding India’s Union Budget 2026–27: Growth, Innovation, and Economic Resilience.” The session brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academicians, entrepreneurs, and research professionals from across India to…
At a time when global trade is being reshaped by shifting tariff regimes and geopolitical realignments,ICTRD convened a timely Virtual Round Table titled “Tariffs & Trade: Navigating US Policies and TheirImpact on India’s Innovation Economy”. The session brought together policymakers, economists, industryleaders, academicians, entrepreneurs, and students to examine how evolving US tariff policies influenceIndia’s manufacturing…
Saving money sounds simple—spend less than you earn and put the rest aside. Yet millions of people around the world struggle to save consistently. This problem doesn’t come from a lack of intelligence or discipline alone. Instead, it connects deeply to human psychology, emotional habits, and the way our brains respond to reward, stress, and…
The State Bank of India (SBI) has just been honoured with the title “World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025” by Global Finance, New York, underscoring a remarkable rise in its global standing. This recognition offers a perfect lens to analyse how SBI out-performed its international peers across multiple dimensions. 1. Award Context & Significance Global Finance…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a stark warning about the surging levels of global public debt, forecasting that total government debt worldwide could surpass 100% of global GDP by 2029 unless corrective measures are taken. The warning, published in the IMF’s Fiscal Monitor Report during the annual IMF-World Bank meetings in Marrakesh, signals…
The 56th GST Council meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has approved a major rationalisation of GST slabs, simplification in rates, and changes aimed at easing tax burden for common goods, while increasing or maintaining rates for luxury / “sin” items. GST Rate Rationalisation: Key Aspects & Impacts 1. Tax Slabs Slashe 2. Effective…
Over the past two decades, Qatar has made strategic investments worth billions of dollars to build and expand its influence in the United States. By leveraging its vast financial resources, Qatar has strategically shaped key areas such as diplomacy, education, and politics. These carefully planned efforts reflect a broader strategy to secure long-term partnerships and…
Alphabet Inc.’s Google is facing damage claims of at least €12 billion from numerous price comparison platforms across the European Union. These sites accuse the tech giant of diverting their customers by abusing its dominance in search and advertising, according to a Bloomberg News analysis. The lawsuits stem from a 2017 ruling by the European…
Indian Americans have emerged as the highest earners among Asian American groups in the United States, according to recent data from national surveys. With a strong presence in fields like technology, medicine, and finance, Indian Americans are leading in average household income across the community. Experts attribute this trend to a combination of high educational…
