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How much should India worry over Indonesian palm oil export ban?
Indonesia has stopped palm oil export, the effect of which will soon be felt in India. Along with increased fertiliser subsidy bill and soaring fuel prices, it may widen India’s current account defici
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Is the government undervaluing LIC for its IPO?
LIC’s much-awaited IPO is finally opening on May 4. But its current valuation is Rs 6 lakh cr, less than half of the expected value of Rs 13 lakh cr. Is the government undervaluing the state-run behem
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Should you take a slice of the LIC IPO pie?
The LIC IPO may finally hit the primary market on May 4. Experts believe it will get a good response from both retail and institutional investors. Find out if you should take a slice of this pie.
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What does the Future deal collapse mean for Amazon and Reliance?
The battle between Amazon and Reliance over Future Group took another twist when Reliance abandoned its plan to acquire the firm. What would this mean for the retail ambitions of Amazon and Reliance?
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Does draft battery-swapping policy address all concerns of the industry?
Amid e-scooters erupting in flames, the govt has come out with a draft on battery-swapping policy with a host of incentives. Will swapping address the safety concerns facing the electric two-wheelers?
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Is invoking a non-compete clause by Infosys to retain employees a right move?
A workers’ union has shot off a letter to the government alleging Infosys of using a non-compete clause to prevent employees from joining rival firms. Can it set a wrong precedence?
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What can India do to address its perennial power shortage?
The summer here and tonnes of coal are burnt in power plants to keep homes and offices cold. But most plants are grappling with a coal shortage and hinted at a power crisis. What’s the current situati
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Will BBNL’s merger with BSNL expedite Bharat Net project?
Bharat Broadband Nigam Ltd is being merged with BSNL. Will this merger address the problems plaguing the project and expedite it. Our next report offers some insight.
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Have big unexplained expenses? You can face IT review of past 10 years
IT sleuths can now trace all transactions of an individual, if they are not ‘benami’. New reassessment regime allows them to probe any transaction worth Rs 50 lakh or more in the last 10 years
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Which IT skills are likely to land you lucrative job offers?
People with skills in AI, cloud etc have been quitting jobs since 2021, giving employers a tough time. Take a look at the skills that are in demand amid the competition between IT firms and start-ups
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Will a better monsoon provide some relief from inflation woes?
Sustained rise in crude oil prices led to inflation. Should Indians resign to the fact that food prices and retail inflation will continue to stay high? Or, will rain gods provide some relief?
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Can consumers expect relief from further fuel price hike?
March inflation has surged to 6.95% in India. The government, however, is keen to share some burden if oil prices remain above $ 110 per barrel mark. But is there a relief in the offing?
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Will reduction in 5G spectrum prices keep Indian telcos flying?
India’s telecom regulator has suggested slashing the reserve prices for the radio waves before it goes for auction. Is the debt-ridden telecom sector happy? Will this give a leg-up to the industry?
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Why is India’s basmati rice export seeing a decline?
India’s basmati rice export has been witnessing a decline. It plunged to its lowest in the last four years in 2021. Is Indian basmati losing its shine, or is it a temporary phase?
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Unacademy layoffs: What’s stressing India’s edtech sector?
Around 1,000 employees of Unacademy were laid off recently. Experts believe, it was trying to control cash burn after hiring to meet ambitious targets. So what is the road ahead for ed-tech sector?
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How has India’s consumption inequality come down to a four-decade low?
A recent IMF working paper said that India’s consumption inequality during the Covid-affected 2020-21 fell to near the lowest level in the last 40 years. It was due to the govt’s free ration scheme
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Summer windfall for AC- and fridge-makers may hit Chinese wall
Manufacturers of summer appliances are happy with the recent spur in demand, but are also apprehensive of lockdown in parts of China leading to supply chain disruption. Here’s an insight into it
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Tatas upping consumer-facing business
Tata Group’s much-awaited super-app will finally be launched tomorrow. Tata Neu is bringing all the company’s digital services in one place, while also doubling down on its consumer-facing businesses
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How life has come full circle for Deepak Parekh?
Monday morning kicked-off with the news that HDFC Ltd was merging with HDFC Bank. Deepak S Parekh, who oversaw the merger, is a relieved man now. Find out more about the 77-year-old industry veteran
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How are Indian crypto industry & investors coping with the new tax regime?
The new financial year brought with it a slew of changes in the tax regime. Income arising from the transfer of virtual digital asset will invite a 30% tax. How will it impact Indian crypto industry?
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