Exchange revival
This refers to the Editorial ‘Pointless exercise’, (June 30). Trying to restart the Calcutta Stock Exchange does not make sense today. In the past, people went to a local trading hall to buy and sell shares. Now everyone trades on computers through NSE and BSE from anywhere in India.
CSE has seen no trading since 2013 and does not have the money or systems needed to run safely. Building them would cost a lot. Big investors go to large exchanges where it is easier to buy or sell quickly. Small exchanges often have fewer buyers, so prices can be rigged, as happened in 2001.
Instead of spending public money to revive an outdated system, the government should help local businesses and teach people about investing.
Babu Crishna
Bengaluru
Auto concerns
With reference to the news report ‘Sops, Zero registration fee & road tax: Delhi EV policy 2.0 worries ICE vehicle makers’. The policy aims to reduce air pollution by encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles through these incentives.
It also proposes a phased transition away from new petrol-powered two-wheelers and conventional auto-rickshaws over the coming years. The initiative is a significant step towards making Delhi cleaner and more environmentally sustainable.
However, its success will depend on the availability of adequate charging infrastructure, affordable electric vehicles, reliable electricity supply, and widespread public awareness. ICE vehicle makers are bound to be jittery, hence it is more than critical that there is no ambiguity or change of stance later by the Delhi government.
Bal Govind
Noida
India-Japan ties
Apropos ‘Mapping a Decade of India-Japan Convergence’ (June 30).
The growing partnership between India and Japan offers opportunities that extend well beyond trade. Cooperation in infrastructure, technology, resilient supply chains and regional security can deliver lasting benefits for both countries.
Yet the success of this relationship will depend on timely execution rather than ambitious announcements alone.
Delays in project implementation often reduce the value of otherwise promising agreements. Strong coordination between governments, industry and local agencies will be essential to maintain momentum. A partnership built on trust and consistent delivery will remain valuable for decades to come.
Abbharna Barathi
Chennai
Published on July 1, 2026
