Business & Politics
India tinkers with import duties to reduce trade d...
October 1, 2018
With the aim of reducing India’s trade deficit, boost domestic manufacturing and to support the rupee the government has increased customs duty on 19 “non- essential items” including washing machines, refrigerators, radial tyres, and ATF.
Read More
The grand alliance plan: Has it hit a wall?
September 27, 2018
Will there be a grand alliance against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the next general election, in early 2019? Political developments show there will not be a grand alliance as was expected. Does that leave the Congress in limbo and the BJP sailing smooth?
Read More
Delhi washes away Kerala’s hopes of foreign aid
August 23, 2018
A new verbal duel has ensued between New Delhi and Kerala over the generous offer of global aid to the state, for flood relief, from foreign governments. The federal government, which administers foreign policy and international aid has turned down the offers. The question is, w...
Read More
India’s unequal development: Economy trumps ecol...
August 21, 2018
As world’s fastest growing economy, India continues to enthuse global business leaders. However, business growth has come at a heavy price as India’s ecological parameters plummet to record lows, threatening the livelihood, health and lives of millions.
Read More
Sterlite Copper plant closure hits economy
August 18, 2018
Vedanta unit is one of the three primary copper producers in the country. It has a market share of 35 pc. The other two are Hindustan Copper Limited and Hindalco Industries Limited. Public Sector Units (PSU) cater to only 4 pc of the country’s total copper production.
Read More
IKEA adapts to Indian taste, lifestyle and prices
August 17, 2018
One of the world’s largest furniture dealers, IKEA finally sets foot in India with its first store in one of India’s major tech cities, Hyderabad. Known for its ready-to-assemble furniture concept, the brand introduces some adaptations to its core idea, for the Indian market.
Read More
Modicare for a healthier India?
August 16, 2018
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the ambitious healthcare scheme, Ayushman Bharat, in his last Independence Day speech ahead of next year's general election. Will the roll-out be smooth? Or is it just another election gimmick to woo voters?
Read More
Interview with Dr Chindi Vasudevappa, Vice Chancel...
August 14, 2018
With India being one of the largest producers of agricultural products, National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management or NIFTEM has their hands full. Their primary agenda is to overcome the challenges facing the food processing sector. They also promote sk...
Read More
New industrial policy for India soon
August 14, 2018
As the General Elections draw near, a new industrial policy is being finalised by the Modi government. This policy is much needed to modernise India's factories, generate millions of jobs, achieve global standards and boost exports. But is it too late in the day?
Read More
The draft e-commerce policy goes India First
August 9, 2018
The new draft e-commerce policy is promoting India first and this move could seriously undermine sale strategies of major e-commerce players and is a matter of concern to foreign companies like Amazon and Walmart who have actively invested in Indian e-commerce sites.
Read More