Message from the New EiC

Message of the New Editor-in-Chief (EiC): Indian Journal of Finance

Dear Friends,

It is with profound gratitude that I acknowledge the trust placed in me by Mr. Deepak Sawhney, Director and Head of Operations of Associated Management Consultants Private Limited, New Delhi, and his dedicated team, in appointing me as the Editor-in-Chief of the Indian Journal of Finance. This prestigious responsibility is both an honor and a privilege. I extend my sincere appreciation to Mrs. Satya Gilani, the former Editor-in-Chief, for her steadfast dedication, innovative vision, creativity, and exemplary leadership, which have significantly contributed to the journal’s elevated status, including its inclusion in the ABDC Journal Quality List (C), indexing in Scopus, and recognition in the UGC CARE List. I also wish to express my heartfelt thanks to the editorial team and Managing Editor, Ms. Priyanka Gilani, for their remarkable contributions toward enhancing the journal’s prominence. I am deeply thankful to the researchers, readers, and all stakeholders whose invaluable support has been integral to achieving these milestones and shaping the journal’s exceptional journey. As an academician and researcher, I take immense pride in these achievements. Having consistently contributed research articles to the journal and serving as the organizing secretary in national seminars, my connection with this esteemed publication runs deep.

Looking forward, our journey must aim for even greater milestones on the global stage. Leadership inherently comes with challenges—balancing tradition and innovation, progress and comfort, creativity and carelessness—but within these challenges lie opportunities. As Editor-in-Chief, my foremost priority is to cultivate trust and inspire confidence among all stakeholders in our collective vision. Our strategic focus will include elevating the journal’s Scopus ranking from Q3 to Q2 and ultimately Q1, advancing its ABDC Journal Quality List status from C to B to A to A*, and motivating researchers to adopt sophisticated methodologies and advanced statistical tools. Moreover, we will strive to align research efforts with the United Nations’Sustainable Development Goals and deliver actionable insights to inform policy decisions in both government and industry.

The Upanishads regard knowledge as a transformative force capable of uplifting humanity, a sentiment echoed in the Bhagavad Gita:

न हि ज्ञानेन सदृशं पवित्रमिह विद्यते । तत्स्वयं योगसंसिद्धः कालेनात्मनि विन्दति ॥ (4/38).

In this world, there is nothing pure and virtuous as the pursuit of knowledge. The one who has achieved perfection in yoga attains self-realization within oneself over the course of time. Inspired by this profound wisdom, we are committed to making a meaningful contribution to the pursuit of knowledge and its application for the greater good.

Indian Journal of Finance is steadfast in its commitment to addressing the needs and aspirations of academia, industry, policymakers, and vibrant scholars who form the foundation of contemporary knowledge. We are committed to enhancing the journal through insightful critique and constructive feedback, fostering the exchange of innovative ideas in the most creative ways to ensure continuous intellectual enrichment for our stakeholders. Together, we can propel the Indian Journal of Finance to new heights. Let us embark on this collective journey toward excellence and the advancement of knowledge.

 

Dr. Raj Kumar Singh
Editor-in-Chief (Indian Journal of Finance)
Professor & Chairman
Department of Commerce
Himachal Pradesh University
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Email: profrksingh7@hpuniv.ac.in