Uday Kotak warned against excessive protectionism, urging India to embrace competition instead of shielding domestic industries with high tariffs. While some protection is needed for emerging sectors, excessive barriers can stifle innovation, reduce productivity, and hinder India’s integration into global supply chains, ultimately limiting long-term economic growth and competitiveness.
Global Markets | European shares fall again as Mideast war drags on
European shares extended their decline on Tuesday, mirroring a global equity selloff as investors grappled with the prospect of a prolonged Middle East conflict. A
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