Hotel tariffs, outdoor catering get GST rate cuts
Finance Minister unleashes corporate ‘animal spirits’
In an effort to boost investment in the economy, the government on Friday lowered corporate tax effectively by 10 percentage points for existing ...
Corporate tax cut propels Sensex, Nifty to jump 5 per cent
Indian equities clock the biggest single-day gain in a decade.INX Media scam: CBI opposes P Chidambaram’s bail plea in Delhi HC
India's corporate tax rate is now among the lowest globally
India's corporate tax rate is now among the lowest globally
At 22 per cent statutory rate, the tax rate is lower than the global average
Corporate tax rate cut: Here’s what it means for India Inc
Corporate tax rate cut: Here’s what it means for India Inc
The Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s festive bonanza is sure to bring cheer to India Inc. The much awaited ...
Opinion
The EPFO needs an overhaul, not tweaks
Greater government oversight will not help the entity. A serious relook is needed at its accounting and ...
Bold move: Sharp cut in direct taxes for domestic companies could revive growth
The positive impact will be most perceived in the FMCG, capital goods and steel sectors
Free money for everyone isn’t a bright idea
Universal basic income is now seen as a painless solution to economic problems. But trials so far have shown ...
GST rates are not to blame for the slowdown
New technologies have destabilised traditional businesses, impacting consumption levels. Tweaking GST rates ...
How to get truly independent directors
To allow independent directors to work effectively, they should be freed from all conflicts of interest with ...
Auto’s cup of woe
Sector hit by BS-VI and other transition issues
‘Fall in area under rice, sugar will not hurt us’
Citing resistance to biotechnology, NITI Aayog’s Ramesh Chand favours a productivity breakthrough in ...
economy
Tax cuts will give infra sector a boost: Crisil
Some of the ongoing deals in the transport and logistics sectors “would get significantly re-assessed” after ...
Bank credit must grow 12% year-on-year for India to become ...
Bank credit must grow 12% year-on-year for India to become ...
Mega mergers will help strengthen the nation’s banking system, says MD
A big boost to investments: Toyota Kirloskar
A big boost to investments: Toyota Kirloskar
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has said the decision to reduce corporate tax will boost investments in the country and ...
GST rate cut will boost tourism, says hotel industry
GST rate cut will boost tourism, says hotel industry
The lower tax rates announced by the GST Council on Friday can give a boost to tourism and hospitality sector ...
agri-business
Govt expects 4.4% rise in kharif output
Fertiliser demand to go up in rabi season
Fertilizer Association of India to educate farmers and, fertiliser dealers on recycling packing materials
How a fair trade premium improves the lot of the farmer
Drop in tea production seen at Kochi auctions
16 lakh farmers opt for pension scheme
money-and-banking
Bank credit must grow 12% year-on-year for India to become a ...
Mega mergers will help strengthen the nation’s banking system, says MD
RBI unveils norms to resolve disputes related to failed ...
RBI unveils norms to resolve disputes related to failed ...
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), on Friday, unveiled a framework on harmonisation of Turn Around Time (TAT) for ...
HDFC to raise up to Rs 3,000 crore via bonds to augment ...
HDFC to raise up to Rs 3,000 crore via bonds to augment ...
The issue size is of Rs 2,000 crore
RBI is more than 100 per cent autonomous in decision-making: ...
RBI is more than 100 per cent autonomous in decision-making: ...
Nobody interferes in my decision-making, the RBI Governor said
Govt may revive plans for $10-b overseas bond sale
Govt may revive plans for $10-b overseas bond sale
The case for India to revive plans for a $10-billion overseas bond sale is building up again. After all, ...
‘Facebook’s Libra will lead togreater use of digital assets’
‘Facebook’s Libra will lead togreater use of digital assets’
Arthur Hayes, head of one of the world’s most popular cryptocurrency exchanges, says Facebook’s controversial ...
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Fiscal deficit may touch 4% mark post FM announcement
The bond market reacts negatively
Bank credit must grow 12% year-on-year for India to become a $5-t economy: SBI
Mega mergers will help strengthen the nation’s banking system, says MD
RBI unveils norms to resolve disputes related to failed digital transactions
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), on Friday, unveiled a framework on harmonisation of Turn Around Time (TAT) for resolution of customer complaints ...
Corporate tax rate cut: Diwali bonanza to corporates
The FM has provided lower corporate tax rate of 15 per cent for new manufacturing companies incorporated after October 1, 2019.
'Sensitive, super-sentitive data must remain in India'
The government asserted that it will not allow the country’s data sovereignty to be compromised, and made it clear that sensitive and super-sensitive ...
'Constant rollbacks and erratic decisions will worsen economic situation'
The party accused the government of trying to manage headlines before the ‘Howdy! Modi’ event
India cuts tax rate to 15% for new manufacturing units
This move is to capatalise on the ongoing trade war between US-China
India will soar high if Pakistan stoops low by raising Kashmir issue at UNGA: Syed Akbaruddin
Warns that Islamabad may mainstream hate speech
Telecom companies brace for fresh battle over IUC
RJio wants zero charges, while Airtel pushes for higher fees
Bank branches and ATMs expansion hit slow lane in FY18 and FY19
Banks in India added fewer branches and consolidated their ATMs network in the last two years even as digital banking transactions gained traction. In ...
Multimedia
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Srinagar reels under business losses
The Lifeline Express: world’s first hospital train
Slideshow | Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations
Arun Jaitley: Life in Pictures
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R Srinivasan on Stimulus package
companies
Nippon Express acquires 22% stake in Biyani’s Future Supply ...
The transaction, valued at ₹641 crore, will be used to fund FSC’s growth plans
Pallavi Shardul Shroff to be independent director on IndiGo ...
Pallavi Shardul Shroff to be independent director on IndiGo ...
Our Bureau Pallavi Shardul Shroff, Managing Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co, has been appointed ...
Wipro Consumer Care sets up a venture fund to invest in ...
Wipro Consumer Care sets up a venture fund to invest in ...
Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting has launched Wipro Consumer Care - Ventures.This initiative will invest in ...
India Inc buoyed by Finance Minister's announcements
India Inc buoyed by Finance Minister's announcements
The reduction of the corporate tax to 25 per cent from 35 per cent (22 per cent from 30 per cent without ...
Tata Motors launches accessory packs for various models
Tata Motors launches accessory packs for various models
Tata Motors on Friday launched accessory upgrade packages for its various models, including SUVs Harrier and ...
BHEL declares 100% dividend for 2018-19
BHEL declares 100% dividend for 2018-19
BHEL on Friday announced a total 100 per cent dividend for its shareholders for FY2018-19. Earlier, BHEL had ...
info-tech
'Sensitive, super-sentitive data must remain in India'
The government asserted that it will not allow the country’s data sovereignty to be compromised, and made it ...
Refurbished smartphone sales to grow at 25 per cent: ...
Refurbished smartphone sales to grow at 25 per cent: ...
About 14 million refurbished smartphones were sold last year
Telecom equipment firms told to make the most of FM’s ...
Telecom equipment firms told to make the most of FM’s ...
Best time to invest in India, says IT Minister Prasad
Google plans to invest 3 billion euros in Europe
Google plans to invest 3 billion euros in Europe
Google is investing heavily in renewable energy, says CEO Sundar Pichai
Zendrive eyes new markets with safe drive solution
Zendrive eyes new markets with safe drive solution
Armed with fresh fund infusion, Zendrive has taken to expansion with an eye on new geographies, while also ...
With AI tech, Microsoft bots to dub Bollywood movies for ...
With AI tech, Microsoft bots to dub Bollywood movies for ...
Eros Now is working with Microsoft to use the technology giant’s artificial intelligence speech translation ...
portfolio
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Understanding MS Excel functions: RATE
Understanding MS Excel functions: RATE
RATE helps calculate the return on investments and cost of loans
SIPs in small-cap funds disappoint big time
SIPs in small-cap funds disappoint big time
SEBI’s new norms, slowdown push 5-year return of almost 50% of funds into red zone
DSP Tax Saver: Long-term growth with tax savings
DSP Tax Saver: Long-term growth with tax savings
Over five- and 10-year periods, the ELSS has outpaced its benchmark, the Nifty 500 TRI
Franklin India Feeder - Franklin US Opportunities Fund: A ...
Franklin India Feeder - Franklin US Opportunities Fund: A ...
Geographical diversification and unique opportunities bolster case for investing
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Love in the time of Alzheimer’s
On World Alzheimer’s Day, a look at how caregivers cope with the loss of memory in their loved ones
Bollywood’s troubled equation with mental health
Bollywood’s troubled equation with mental health
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India plays GI tag
India plays GI tag
Towns and cities are vying for the coveted Geographical Indication or GI tag for a range of items. They hope ...
A Michelin star chef’s table in Beijing
A Michelin star chef’s table in Beijing
The winner of two Michelin stars, Anupam Banerjee’s itchy feet and creative hands have helped him script a ...
Bengaluru’s sound garden
Bengaluru’s sound garden
Indian Music Experience, Bengaluru’s interactive museum, is a one-stop hub across genres
Tanzania’s beautiful beings
Tanzania’s beautiful beings
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Fiscal 2018-19 growth in private consumption expenditure was at its lowest in March 2019 quarter
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The domestic MICE industry looks to grow its share to at least 2 per cent of the global pie
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Quitting the ‘ola-uber game’
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