Case Study Rails of the Future: A Comparative Analysis of Railway Production and Design in India and Japan Abstract Railway systems play a critical role in national economic development, urban mobility, and sustainable transportation. In Asia, India and Japan represent two distinct yet influential models of railway modernization. While Indian Railways is rapidly upgrading through indigenous semi-high-speed trains such as Vande Bharat under the “Make in India” initiative, Japanese Railways continue to lead globally with the Shinkansen system, emphasizing safety, punctuality, and technological precision. This comparative case study analyzes emerging trends in railway production and design in both countries, focusing on Industry 4.0 adoption, sustainability, safety engineering, and system integration. Using a qualitative comparative framework, the study highlights strengths, limitations, and strategic complementarities between the two models. The findings suggest that India’s ...
Regulatory Impact on Entrepreneurship in India—Analyzing the Role of Digital Public Infrastructure in Facilitating or Hindering Business Growth
Title: Regulatory Impact on Entrepreneurship in India—Analyzing the Role of Digital Public Infrastructure in Facilitating or Hindering Business Growth Abstract This paper explores the influence of regulatory frameworks and digital public infrastructure (DPI) on entrepreneurship in India. Using primary data from 400 entrepreneurs across five Indian states, this study examines how factors such as online compliance systems, digital IDs (Aadhaar), e-Governance portals (like MCA21, GSTN), and digital payment platforms (UPI) affect entrepreneurial activity. A mixed-method approach was adopted, including quantitative survey data analyzed using SPSS v29 and qualitative interviews. The findings reveal that while DPI has reduced entry barriers and increased transparency, complex regulations and inconsistent enforcement hinder scalability. The paper offers statistically validated insights into the dual nature of digital infrastructure—both a facilitator and a regulatory maze. Policy im...