E-commerce is reshaping jobs and consumer welfare in India

Rajesh Shukla September 9, 2024

India’s e-commerce landscape has grown significantly over the past decade, becoming a crucial part of the country’s retail ecosystem. As consumers increasingly turn to online shopping, the sector’s expansion raises questions about its impact on employment and consumer welfare. A recent report of Pahle India Foundation (PIF) in collaboration with People Research on India’s Consumer Economy (PRICE) offers insights into these effects, based on a survey of consumers, online sellers and traditional offline retailers across urban India.....

Click n Mortar, an Offline Story

Rajesh Shukla August 30, 2024

In the active markets of Varanasi, where traditional weavers have crafted intricate sarees for generations, a silent revolution is unfolding. It’s not just the hum of looms that fills the air, but the buzz of smartphones and the click of digital transactions....

The Changing Landscape of India's Youth Employment: A Policy Perspective

Rajesh Shukla August 16, 2024

As India strides into 2024, the employment landscape for its youth is undergoing significant transformation, driven by changing economic opportunities and social dynamics. The latest PRICE data reveals that the largest proportion of young people, 26.8% (11.3 Crore), are currently students, underscoring the emphasis on education and skill development. This significant percentage indicates that today's youth are investing heavily in their future prospects, aiming for better employment opportunities in an increasingly competitive job market...

Making Dreams Come True: Union Budget 2024-25 & Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision

July 24, 2024

The IMPRI Center for the Study of Finance and Economics (CSFE), IMPRI, Impact and Policy Research Institute, New Delhi, hosted an interactive panel discussion on the topic “Viksit Bharat – Developed India @2047 and Union Budget 2024-25” on 24th July 2024, under IMPRI 5th Annual Series of Thematic Deliberations and Analysis of Interim Union Budget 2024-25, as part of IMPRI #WebPolicyTalk.