May 04, 2022 WTO’s draft text on TRIPS waiver for Covid-19 doesn’t meet India-South Africa’s objectives: CSOs
May 04, 2022 WTO’s draft text on TRIPS waiver for Covid-19 doesn’t meet India-South Africa’s objectives: CSOs
External MPC member indicates preference for 50 bps repo rate hike External MPC member indicates preference for 50 bps repo rate hike Even as all six MPC members unanimously vote to up the repo rate from 4 to 4.40 per cent at off-cycle meeting on May 2 and 4
Monsoon makes steady progress, to extend reach over Bay in next three days Monsoon makes steady progress, to extend reach over Bay in next three days Makes onset over South Myanmar, knocks at Sri Lankan doors
India aims to roll out 6G telecom network by end of decade: PM Modi India aims to roll out 6G telecom network by end of decade: PM Modi Speaking at TRAI’s silver jubilee event, the Prime Minister said 5G network rollout will add $450 billion to the economy
Direct tax collections rise 19.3% in April- Jan Direct tax collections rise 19.3% in April- Jan 69% of revised target has been met
Aadhaar to be address, ago proof for driving licence: Govt Aadhaar to be address, ago proof for driving licence: Govt
Safety regulations for LNG vehicles to be out this year: PNGRB chief Safety regulations for LNG vehicles to be out this year: PNGRB chief
No scam in Rafale jet deal, says Defence Minister Sitharaman says US sanctions on Russia will not affect negotiations for air defence systems
Sugar prices firm up after Government imposes stock limits, hikes import duty Industry seeks extension of limited release mechanism to maintain prices
Economy likely to log close to 7% growth in Q3 Will help FY18 GDP growth edge past advance estimates; CSO to release next data set tomorrow
Bengaluru’s stock of billionaires is growing As stock options get vested, start-up capital will be awash in wealth
Robust IIP data points to manufacturing revival CPI falls marginally to 5.07% in January; industrial activity in Dec grows at 7.1%
‘Our MSP does more for the farmer than that of UPA govt’ Minimum Support Price should be seen against the background of inflation, says Union Minister Piyush Goyal
Shortage of coal continues to hit power generation Lower prices of imported coal and renewable energy likely to help
In new NPPA list, crucial drugs retail for way more than procurement rates Risks profiteering, exploitation of patients by chemists, hospitals
Some ‘new issues’ raised at WTO may be relevant for India: Prabhu Commerce Minister holds meeting with stakeholders to get inputs
Industry paying price for a strong currency: CEA The world is turning ‘nativist and protectionist’, says Arvind Subramanian
NHAI cleared to raise ₹70,000 cr via capital market instruments: Gadkari Will offer higher interest to investors
Multinational accounting firms face the heat Supreme Court asks Centre to set up 3-member expert panel to review legal framework
RBI pegs FY19 growth rate at 7.4%; lowers inflation forecast Monetary Policy Report raises concerns over large revisions in GDP estimates
IIP grows 7.1% in Feb; retail inflation at five-month low in March Numbers indicate improvement in economic situation, say experts
Fiscal deficit soars to ₹7.15 lakh crore at Feb-end Fiscal deficit for April-February was 120 per cent of the revised estimates
Concern over threat posed to WTO by US tariffs India stresses on need to continue special and differential treatment for developing countries
Informal WTO ministerial meeting begins with 52 nations Delegates to explore options for reinvigorating the WTO
Monetary policy framework pact is one-sided, say economists ‘Inflation management must be joint effort by monetary and fiscal authorities’
The BL Interview ‘Countries need to avoid measures that could have domino effect’ We are not yet at a trade war situation but we could get there, says WTO chief Roberto Azevedo
Rural women beat urban counterparts to use social security schemes Total enrolment across three schemes crosses 10 crore
April-May excise mop up signals manufacturing pick-up Collections up 88%; strong growth in customs, service tax mop up as well
Growth momentum must be sustained: Jaitley Investors are very enthusiastic about India, says Finance Minister
Tourism marketing: A new pitch from God’s Own Country Kerala’s tourism revival package has new products and a unique positioning with an eye on the post-pandemic domestic traveller
‘Arbitrability’ in times of fast emerging techno-centric businesses in India The Supreme Court has presented what is called a “four-fold” test to determine the question of arbitrability of the subject matter
India spotlights green shipping Guidelines for incorporation of green initiatives across ports are in the works
Four biases to avoid in today’s market conditions Being aware of your biases will help you become a better investor. Here’s how.
Index Outlook: How far can Sensex and Nifty 50 fall? The sell-off intensifies in the indices outlook is bearish and any bounce from current levels will be short-lived
Auroville: An utopian search for a better world Akash Kapur’s ‘Better to Have Gone’ traces what happens when we believe deeply in a quest and give up everything in its pursuit
Lady doctors and the rocky path to healing A handbook on India’s first women doctors holds up a mirror to the social and political realities of the 19th and early 20th century
Conquering Everest: A compelling account of how an impossible dream was achieved Jim Davidson dwells in detail on the failure to make it in the first attempt and the harrowing return to physically and emotionally draining climb up