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"I Don't Think People Should Plan New Thermal Units"
The power sector is one of the key growth drivers of the economy. While there has been fast capacity addition in renewables, the excess capacity in thermal power has weighed it down

Infra Falters
Despite an ambitious target, public expenditure on infrastructure - the only functional engine of the economy - is dwindling. That spells bad news for economic recovery

2020-09-06

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Managing Finances in Sunset Years

Senior citizens have been hit hardest by record low interest rates since that is their main source of regular income during retirement years. There are also very few health insurance plans available above 65, and those that are there come with high premiums. Heres How they can tide over this crisis

Network

High On Guitar Strings

"Music acts as an outlet for me to explore my creative side. It gives me a positive high. I find great pleasure in writing lyrics," says Kachhwaha

The Oracle Who Plays The Ukulele

Buffet picked up playing the ukulele while wooing his first wife, Susan. He has performed duets for charity with rock band Jon Bon Jovi and actress Glenn Close

A Rich and Fulfilling Harvest

Farming is a very enriching and rewarding experience, says Gorthi

Expert Speak

Money Matters

Managing your money can be tricky. Send your queries, and personal finance experts will help you resolve any issue

Technology

Joining the Blockchain

From banking and logistics to governance, the public ledger technology is helping cut cost and time, enhancing efficiencies

Policy

Fixing AAR

The advance ruling mechanism under GST is fraught with many gaps, which is compounding the problems of taxpayers

Willing Partners

India and the US are likely to restore some trade concessions, but an FTA is still years away

Industry

Stuck in Reverse Gear

The pandemic is set to push the auto industry back by over a decade. Partial recovery in June and July has raised hopes, but will it sustain?

Online Gaming: Show Me the Money

Stuck at home with limited sport and entertainment options, many are taking to online gaming. While companies hope to retain the surge in users, gaming is yet to make big money in India

Finance