![]() Financial Daily from THE HINDU group of publications Friday, February 11, 2005 |
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INDUSTRY & ECONOMY CLIMATE & WEATHER 12 districts in Kerala record `excess' rain WITHDRAWAL of the northeast monsoon from the State in late January saw a revival in rain activity with 12 out of 14 districts recording `excess' rain during the 15-day period ended February 9. Only Pathanamthitta (`deficient') and ... More NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY N-power plant not feasible in Kerala, says Minister THE Electricity Minister, Mr Aryadan Muhammed, has ruled out the possibility of setting up a nuclear power plant in the State since the high density of population did not allow scope for one. Replying to questions, the Minister told the State ... More LOTTERY Kerala HC ruling on lotteries A DIVISION Bench of the Kerala High Court has held that lotteries which hold certificates for payment of sales tax on the date of the lottery ban order should be treated as valid for sale and could conduct draw on scheduled dates. The Bench, ... More ANTI-DUMPING Mid-term review of dumping duty on methylene chloride THE Designated Authority in the Commerce Ministry has initiated mid-term review of anti-dumping duty imposed on methylene chloride from the European Union, South Africa and Singapore. Though the authority on its own in terms of its rules ... More BUDGET Budget: Confectioners' plea to limit duties THE Indian Confectionery Manufacturers' Association (ICMA) has urged the Finance Minister to limit the maximum impact of duties and taxes on confectioneries to 12.5 per cent including excise duty of 8 per cent and other State taxes of 4 per ... More
Kerala Budget misses many vital aspects, say analysts ECONOMY
Chidambaram's 5-point agenda for India to drive global economyTHE Finance Minister, Mr P. Chidambaram, on Thursday outlined a five-point agenda, including the need to "keep aside sterile political controversies," for India to drive the global economy in the 21st century. Inaugurating the ICC India ... More
FOREIGN TRADE Hamriyah Free Zone woos Indian investors THE Sharjah-based Hamriyah Free Zone (HFZ) is holding roadshows in the country with an offer of competitive incentives and facilities to attract investors from India to set up business ventures in the zone. The HFZ has already conducted two ... More HEALTH ASCI to host health meet in Hyderabad THE Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, in collaboration with the Andhra Pradesh Government and the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI), here will organise a two-day, Second Regional Workshop on Health Sector Reforms in India: ... More HOTELS Hotel industry seeks infrastructure status IN an effort to access funds at cheaper rates and avail itself of concessions under the income-tax rules, the domestic hotel industry has sought infrastructure status. The issue was raised with the Finance Minister, Mr P. Chidambaram, by ... More PETROLEUM `Synergy in energy' panel report on oil PSUs to be ready by May THE advisory committee on synergy in energy will submit its report by May, the Petroleum Minister, Mr Mani Shankar Aiyar, said on Thursday. "It was felt that there is a need for oil public sector undertakings to leverage their strengths in ... More PHARMACEUTICALS Govt promises amendment Freeze on psychotropic drug sale put off till February 25 The meetings come just in time, as medicine shortages were beginning to be reported from different parts of the country. More
Traders seek Govt intervention in resolving chemists stir POWER Coal India, ONGC plan to set up 200 MW power plant AS part of their proposed joint venture, ONGC and Coal India Ltd (CIL) plan to set up a 200 MW power plant that will use gas produced from gassified coal. This will be the first ever project of its kind in India where gassified coal will be ... More STEEL Budget unlikely to alter steel duty structure THE Government is unlikely to respond to demands made by big steel producers to raise the import duty of seconds and defective steel products. Government sources said any more changes in the import and export duty structure of steel products in ... More
Stainless steel sector seeks curbs on chromite ore export RADIO/TV It's entertainment unlimited Behind the non-stop entertainment that FMs offer is the hard work of a dedicated team. Read on to get the real picture inside a radio station. More REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION Row over commercial use of old Vizag jail premises THE proposed commercialisation of the old jail site here, 28 acres in the heart of the city, has triggered a controversy, with many organisations and individuals opposing the move, as they apprehend that it will add to the pollution and leave no ... More PRECIOUS METALS
Spot gold may head lowerSPOT gold prices tumbled lower on expected lines due to a rebound in the dollar against the major currencies and the prospect of the International Monetary Fund selling bullion from its reserves for Third World debt relief. There was no ... More INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS Assocham seeks amendment in SEZ legislation THE Association of Chambers of Commerce wants developers of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) exempted from VAT (value added tax). In a representation to the Commerce Minister, Mr Kamal Nath, the Assocham President, Mr Mahendra K. Sanghi, said that ... More BIO-TECH & GENETICS
Biotech park to have animal resource facilityIN a move that would attract discovery driven companies to India, a National Animal Resource Facility (NARF) would soon be set up at the Shapoorji Pallonji Biotech Park on the outskirts of Hyderabad, the Director General of Indian Council of ... More
Gujarat Govt to set up biotech park in Vadodara EVENTS AP Govt to beef up infrastructure AIMED at attracting more global research and development (R&D) companies and manufacturing firms in the area of biotechnology to locate their facilities in Andhra Pradesh, the State Government has decided to strengthen infrastructure, the State . More
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EXPORTS & IMPORTS Seafood exports may dip 10 pc SEAFOOD exports during the current fiscal are likely to fall by 10-15 per cent over the previous fiscal due to the anti-dumping duties imposed by the US, impact of tsunami and drop in prices of marine products, said Mr A. J. Tharakan, President ... More NATURAL CALAMITIES ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES Ayurveda for the eye If detected early, ayurvedic treatment can do wonders for eye ailments, and render surgical intervention unnecessary. More TOURISM A BUSINESS LINE FEATURE
Holidaying in Kerala Simply divineGod's Own Country isn't just about its beaches and backwaters. From corporate getaways that pack in work and fun, culinary holidays and home stays to experiences tailored to one's own tastes Kerala's got it all and more. More
Kerala Tourism Institute gets ISO certification
Centre sanctions Rs 21.75 cr for Kerala tourism projects PEOPLE
Steve Waugh looking for business opening partnerFORMER Australian cricket captain Steve Waugh has thrown his hat into the ring, albeit of a different kind. The former cricketer, who was revered for his tough attitude on the field, is looking for business opportunities in India. Mr Waugh, who ... More
TRENDS Glut wears down old clothes FOR years, Ms Subhra Nandi, a resident of north Kolkata, has been getting her household utensils from Kashi, one of those peripatetic traders - women who move from door-to-door with a bundle on their head, bartering new products such as utensils ... More Comments & Letters to the Editor to: bleditor@thehindu.co.in Subscribe to: Business Line |
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Looking back Jan. 30-Feb. 5 `US benefits more from outsourcing' VAT panel yet to decide on purchase tax on foodgrains `Coalition politics has slowed reforms' Lord Meghnad Desai, former professor, London School of Economics Severe Northern winter is in line with global pattern Airfreight sops for cardamom exports extended Govt divestment plans a positive step, say marketmen EPFO to study investment in equities BCCI an autonomous body, says SC Uncertainty over Indo-Pak series telecast rights Narcotics deadlock Drug shortages hit epilepsy, anxiety post-operative care Paint cos may pass on input cost hikes to consumers GSPC goes all out to strike gas in third KG well Centre may take Rs 26,000-cr hit on finance panel proposals Govt sees Rs 9 lakh cr investments in power sector by 2012 AP: Medicines, cement, LPG to become cheaper on VAT `FDI reforms can pump $1-1.5 b into realty' Inflation declines on cheaper food, edible oils Nirma, Henko also to cost more Vegoil imports increase |
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