India Inc navigates uncertain times as FM signals reform readiness.

India Inc navigates uncertain times as FM signals reform readiness. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed corporate leaders at the Economic Times Awards, emphasizing openness to dialogue on business challenges. The government remains committed to easing business operations and responding to industry concerns, as evidenced by past corporate tax cuts. Against backdrop of global volatility, geopolitical tensions, and foreign portfolio investment outflows, India's strong forex reserves, robust growth, and controlled inflation position it favorably. The discussion highlighted both short-term measures like diaspora engagement and currency management, alongside long-term strategies in artificial intelligence and research investment. Atmanirbhar Bharat principles are resurfacing as companies explore energy independence and domestic solutions.