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What's next for insurance after 100% FDI: Governance challenges ahead
India's 100% FDI regime for insurance opens the sector to global players, but faster approvals, stronger oversight and AI safeguards will determine its long-term success
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Why foreign-owned ecom firms' operating models are under the lens
Foreign e-commerce companies are allowed to do business through the marketplace model as opposed to the inventory-led format
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Alphabet-led project drives 44% jump in India's foreign investment: UN
Total FDI rose 44% to $39 billion last year, UN Trade and Development said in its annual World Investment Report released Tuesday
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India rose to 11th among top FDI destinations in 2025: UN report
UNCTAD says FDI inflows rose to $38.89 billion in 2025 as India strengthened its appeal for advanced manufacturing, although announced greenfield investments moderated amid global uncertainty
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BITs: Credibility comes at a price for attracting foreign investment
When we go back to treaties, we should think more about how this will work out. It will help to have a pre-funded, ring-fenced pool to honour adverse awards
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Net FDI jumped over fourfold to $6.58 billion in April, shows RBI data
Gross FDI inflows rose 65 per cent year-on-year, while lower repatriation by foreign investors helped push net foreign direct investment sharply higher
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Outward FDI commitments by Indian firms drop 49% in May: RBI data
Equity investments abroad dropped sharply to $1,247.82 million in May from $3,537.35 million in April, marking a decline of about 64.72 per cent
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India likely to pursue FDI commitment under proposed CEPA with Canada
New Delhi may pursue an investment commitment under the proposed CEPA with Canada, mirroring recent trade agreements that included long-term foreign direct investment targets
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Best of BS Opinion: Water stress, IIP reforms, and the Quad's quandary
Today's BS Opinion examines India's deepening water stress, the revised IIP framework, Middle East-linked growth risks, the Quad's evolving strategy, and a review of The Liver Doctor
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Net FDI into India rises sharply to $7.65 billion in FY26: RBI data
Net FDI into India rises sharply in FY26, aided by higher gross inflows and reinvested earnings, though portfolio investment flows remain weak
Third India-Nordic Summit: Nordic nations to invest $100 bn in 15 years
India offers 100% FDI to Nordic defence firms in defence industrial corridors
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FTAs, lower import duties to boost India's FDI flows: ADB chief economist
During 2021-22, India attracted net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) of $38.6 billion, which came down to $28 billion in FY23 and further fell to $10.2 billion in FY24
 "FTAs, lower import duties to boost India's FDI flows: ADB chief economist")
Best of BS Opinion: Manufacturing ambition, the next IT state and more
From manufacturing reforms and Bengal's industrial future to Japan ties, wildlife conflict and digital culture, today's commentaries examine India's evolving challenges
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Manufacturing ambition: India needs a coherent strategy to boost industry
In a fast-changing global environment, India needs a coherent strategy and a set of reforms to attract investment and meaningfully increase manufacturing output
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Govt sets 60-day FDI clearance for China-linked sectors, 40 sub-sectors
The move follows a decision by the government in March to process and decide FDI proposals from these countries in specified manufacturing sectors or activities within 60 days
100% FDI in insurance: Global investors drawn to India's non-life market
Chubb, Old Mutual, Tiger Global Management, and Bain Capital are assessing India opportunities
100% FDI in insurance: Will foreign capital lower premiums or raise risks?
Foreign capital enters insurance: What it could mean for premiums, claims, and policyholder protection
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China: FDI caution and import reliance shape India's policy dilemma
With a cumulative overseas investment stock of $3 trillion-3.5 trillion and annual outflows in the range of $160 billion-190 billion, China is a major FDI player across every region
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Weekly economy wrap: GST hits record, FDI rules ease, credit slows
Economy wrap April 27-May 3: India's economy showed mixed signals this week as GST collections hit a record, credit growth slowed and policy moves spanned FDI, trade, energy and statistical reforms
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Govt notifies 100% FDI in insurance sector under automatic route rules
The move to allow 100 per cent FDI in the insurance sector is expected to boost foreign interest in the sector
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