Deep Dive

India's semiconductor manufacturing: Has a strong foundation been laid?
Two years after India brought in a scheme to promote semiconductor manufacturing, it is yet to approve a chip fab application. But a strong foundation has been laid

Why are investors rushing towards exotic alternative investment options?
Exotic alternative investment options like asset leasing and invoice discounting represent the next frontier for those chasing high returns. But, as is often the case, the risks are elevated, too
Balancing the Budget: Is fiscal conservatism on the cards during the Interim Budget?
The government may choose to maintain fiscal conservatism in the Interim Budget to be presented on February 1, but there is expectation that it will contain a few popular announcements ahead of the General Elections. How will the government maintain this balance?
Tyre major CEAT is banking on a brand new strategy to push growth; will it work?
Two-wheeler tyre market leader CEAT is betting on electrification and premiumisation as it targets a top line of Rs 17,000 crore in three years. But competition is intensifying and it must strive hard to consolidate its lead
India's global capability centres thrive amid IT slowdown: From support to innovation, hiring surges
Even as IT services is facing a slowdown, global capability centres in India are transforming from back-end offices providing round-the-clock technical support into innovation hubs for MNCs. And they are hiring!

2024-02-04

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Money Today

Here's why experts feel zero-cost term plans is adding little value to consumers

Launched with great fanfare, zero-cost term plans promised complete premium refunds upon retirement. But experts say in the presence of regular term plans and those offering premium returns, this new offering adds little value

Interview

'GDP growth for FY24 will be close to 7%': Economist Sanjeev Sanyal dispels concerns around Indian economy

Sanjeev Sanyal, Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, says small process reforms are a very important part of improving India's competitiveness and ease of doing business

'We are re-staging our core to reach out to young India': Dabur Chairman Mohit Burman on the FMCG major's new growth trajectory

Dabur India Chairman Mohit Burman talks about the FMCG major’s business plans, rural markets, and more

'GIFT City can become a global financial destination,' says K. Rajaraman, head of top regulatory body IFSCA

Further policy reforms will enable Indian businesses located overseas to relocate to GIFT City, says K. Rajaraman, Chairperson of regulator IFSCA

The Buzz

What is driving the upsurge of domestic tourism to locations like Lakshadweep?

The derogatory remarks of now-suspended Maldivian ministers have not only led to calls for a boycott of the island nation but also a surge in demand for domestic destinations like Lakshadweep

Cold wave: How the ongoing winter season has led to a spike in sale of appliances like geysers, room heaters

With winter at its peak, sales of appliances like geysers and room heaters are spiking, bringing cheer for retailers and manufacturers alike

Adani-Hindenburg issue: Here's why the recent Supreme Court ruling is so important

The Supreme Court ruling in the Adani-Hindenburg matter has made it clear that Sebi is the sole authority that will look into the allegations against the conglomerate

Trade gains: As India rushes to conclude trade deals, gains may take sometime

While India Inc. expects a boost in trade as the government races to conclude a number of trade deals in 2024, gains may take some time

Ayodhya: How the Ram Mandir construction is fuelling an economic boom

From hotels to real estate, and airlines to railways, there's a frenetic pace of activity at Ayodhya

Editor's Note

GIFT City: How PM Modi's pet project is primed for a takeoff

The buzz around GIFT City was in ample evidence at the recent Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, where the PM and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman underscored the seriousness of the government’s intent to ensure the IFSC becomes a major player in the frenetic world of global finance.