Wednesday, 20 November 2024
A convoluted tariff regime, under-recoveries, power theft, and unpaid subsidies are...
About Me
Dr Uttam Gupta (Ph.D in Economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University) is an eminent author & expert on a wide range of issues which are critical to sustainable economic development.
After a stint of teaching at Delhi University, Dr Gupta joined a leading Delhi-based ‘think tank’ National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER). For over 2 decades (1982 to 2003), he was Chief Economist with Fertiliser Association of India (FAI) – a unique apex body of fertilizer manufacturers from all sectors viz., private, public, cooperative & joint ventures (public-private). During 2001-03, he was Add. Director & Chief Economist...
Latest Published Articles
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Are e-commerce giants violating FDI norms?Thursday, 14 November 2024More
As policymakers consider future regulatory steps, the ongoing ED investigation may... -
Nutrient-based subsidy: Support and scrutiny balanceMonday, 11 November 2024More
While companies have the flexibility to set their MRP, these prices... -
Overstating food inflationSaturday, 9 November 2024More
The CPI uptick is traced to food inflation which has a... -
Food subsidy reforms: Can Govt tackle mounting costsMonday, 4 November 2024More
Timely disbursement of funds to FCI would go a long way ... -
Rising import reliance amid regulatory challengeMonday, 28 October 2024More
Despite Government efforts to boost domestic production, policy constraints and pricing... -
Unlocking the full potential of GatiShaktiTuesday, 22 October 2024More
The PM GatiShakti initiative is revolutionising India’s infrastructure by integrating digital... -
Compensation cess should goMonday, 21 October 2024More
In its meeting held early this month, the Goods and Services... -
Why RBI should not look at food inflationWednesday, 16 October 2024More
Concerns over persistent food price volatility and the need for economic...
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