Opinion

Best of BS Opinion: Ageing gains, trade, and the promise of renewal

Here are the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today

Healthy ageing: Adjust policies to capture the upside through innovation

The study notes that more recent cohorts of older individuals are physically stronger and cognitively sharper than earlier cohorts of the same age

Tariff shocks and tailwinds: Risks and openings for India's economy

The global tariff war poses risks but also offers India a chance to position itself as a go-to destination for firms relocating from China

Hopes for a reset: Carney victory signals improvement in Indo-Canadian ties

The Liberal Party's narrow victory with 154 seats in a 343-seat Parliament (at press time) means that negotiations must begin for support from outside

Trade wars and India's long-term economic and technology strategy

India is among the fastest-growing exporters of hi-tech goods. However, India's import of hi-tech products is heavily sourced from China and exports are overwhelmingly linked to the United States

AGMs: Where are the shareholders despite a surge in investor base?

While the number of shareholders continues to rise, investor participation in annual general meetings has been steadily declining

Best of BS Opinion: Bright notes, broken chords, and new symphonies

Here are the best of Business Standard's opinion pieces for today

Flexing riparian muscles: New Delhi should weigh its options carefully

Under the IWT, Pakistan was allocated control of 80 per cent of waters of three western rivers - the Indus, which originates in Tibet, and its tributaries Chenab and Jhelum, which originate in India

Raisina Chronicles: A public square for global dialogue and debate

This collection of essays by world leaders offers rich insights into key priorities in specific geographies and across the world

Make for the world: India must leverage Apple's shift from China

More clarity is expected to emerge later this week when the Cupertino-based tech giant reports its quarterly earnings and answers analyst questions

Protecting India's trade interests with the US amid global uncertainty

In the uncertain global environment, India committing to a comprehensive FTA would be risky

Best of BS Opinion: India needs a new approach to managing gold and water

Today, we look at the challenges and opportunities that India faces in various areas, from gold to flowers to water, and most importantly, China.

Pahalgam attack: Short-term impact of India-Pak actions not too significant

Generally, political and economic measures do not bring about significant changes in policy or behaviour unless they sting the other party enough

Goods kept in cold store are not bailment, insurer must honour claims

The National Commission disagreed, observing that goods were stored against payment of rent, which could not be termed a bailment

Rise and shine: Global uncertainties will support a rally in gold prices

The correlation between demand for gold and high inflation is well documented and is likely to hold true into the foreseeable future

Saving water: India needs a balanced management template to avert crisis

Though big dams such as the Sardar Sarovar and pipe-building programmes such as the Har Ghar Nal Yojana seek to address the issue of access, the real challenge is ensuring balanced water ecology

We need to talk about China as global economic tensions remain high

Chinese govt made important mistakes during pandemic. It chose to support Russia in its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Embracing nationalism, it chose hostile behaviour against India in 2017 and 2020

For a sector to flower: Tapping India's vast floriculture opportunities

Studies have indicated that cultivation of flowers is more profitable than many traditional crops, especially in small and marginal farms, which constitute more than 90% of country's landholdings

How tech can help improve corporate governance, strengthen leadership

Companies and boards face a complex regulatory environment. AI can assist them by monitoring regulations and ensuring accurate financial reporting

How to make health insurance healthy: Curb frauds with healthcare regulator

A healthcare regulator on the lines of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority could standardise hospital pricing and treatment protocols, and reduce frauds