Page 83 - Editorial Comment

Misplaced sub-nationalism

Mamata Banerjee's latest gamble suggests desperation

Don't overprice

5G spectrum pricing can't be at the cost of the industry

The power of civil society

Even illiberal rulers bow to united and sustained opposition

Walk the talk

Global trade architecture is changing, and India can't opt out

Off the ball

Preventing commentators from criticising referees is not cricket

Keep it simple

Code on Wages Bill needs to be tweaked

Tough tasks ahead

GST Council must focus on rationalising the tax system

Overflowing granaries

Shanta Kumar panel's recommendations have been ignored

A reality check

Ex-CEA makes a strong case for re-examining growth numbers

Ambitious move

The challenges before the Jal Shakti ministry are huge

A shift eastward

But Bimstec and Saarc need not be exclusive of each other

Stop the violence

Mamata Banerjee has set the state on a perilous course

Digital tax breakthrough

But the road to a common tax code still has several hurdles

Over to banks now

New NPA resolution norms are finely balanced

GSP fallout

Govt must seek to restore competitive edge of exports

'Conquering' nature

Why adventure tourism is becoming a threat

Drought scare

Isolated water conservation measures offer limited gains

RBI votes for growth

The central bank is clearly not done yet on rate cuts

Free rider risks

Delhi's plan for women passengers won't solve anything

Handsome growth

Financial & energy firms shine in Q4, but slowdown hits others