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What is driving consolidation at the Tata group?

The Tata group has 29 listed companies, over 60 unlisted and hundreds of subsidiaries across 10 verticals. Now, its chairman N Chandrasekaran wants consolidation to make the group efficient.

Is the IT industry facing an HR management challenge?

Wipro's Rishad Premji recently said that talent, not market growth, was the challenge tech services companies were staring at. What is the cause of these troubles? Is it an HR management challenge?

What brought down the Ranbaxy-Fortis promoters?

Ranbaxy promoters Malvinder and Shivinder Singh have been in the news for wrong reasons. The latest development is one more chapter in the story of their downfall. Here's a peek into their journey

Why are government and regulators uneasy about fintech's rise?

Rise of the fintech sector is posing a two-fold challenge before regulators and the govt: To turn India into a fintech superpower while ensuring consumer safety by firms. Our next report tells more

Is the end of the Covid-19 pandemic in sight for India?

WHO chief has finally said that the world has never been better placed to end the Covid-19. But, are we really seeing the end of the pandemic? Should we lower our guard and shelve the masks?

Is the govt going slow on privatisation?

Barring Air India, the govt has made little progress on the disinvestment front. But, why? This report offers a peek into the government's disinvestment drive and tells why it is in the slow lane?

Can Air India become the Maharaja of Indian skies again?

Air India has unveiled a five-year transformation plan that is expected to triple its domestic market share. So, can Air India become the 'Maharaja' of Indian skies again? Let us find out

Did Byju's bite off more than it could chew?

Education technology company Byju's FY21 revenues came in flat, and its losses have widened about 20 times. While it may survive this crisis, questions still remain around the future of the unicorn

What's stopping India Inc from turning on the investment tap?

Corporate tax has been slashed. PLI scheme is offered. Stock market is confident. Foreign investment is pouring in. But why are Indian businesses shying away from more investment? Let's find out

Did India err by walking out of IPEF's trade pillar?

Given that India is currently negotiating trade deals with the UK, Canada and EU, is the decision to stay out of Indo-Pacific Economic Framework a step in the wrong direction? Find the answers here

Is brand Bangalore being washed away by flood?

Bangalore's authorities had no plan B ready when the city was flooded recently. Visuals emerging from India's Silicon Valley were shocking! We ask if brand Bangalore is taking a hit

How can India make its cars safer and save lives?

Cyrus Mistry's death has triggered a debate around road safety. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said the govt will enforce the rule that all travelers in a car, even on the rear seat, wear a seatbelt

Do India-Bangladesh ties still lack depth?

Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina met PM Modi on her visit to India and the two leaders pledged to strengthen economic ties. Find out if ties between the two countries have shaped the way New Delhi wanted

Will margin pressures end the Indian IT sector's glory days?

Indian IT companies are experiencing margin pressure. This has forced leading IT firms to reduce or withhold employee bonuses. How long will IT companies face this pressure? Is there a solution to it?

With high August sales, has Indian auto sector entered the fast lane?

Experts say this year's passenger vehicle sales may be a quarter of a million more than the initial estimates. The sharp uptick in August sales also points towards it. Here's a peek into the auto boom

What is a reserve currency?

Supply-chain disruption, inflation and market uncertainty had forced investors to rush for 'safe haven' currency, the US dollar. It is the world's reserve currency. What exactly is reserve currency?

State of the economy: What do Q1 GDP estimates suggest?

Backed by a rebound in consumption, Indian economy is forecast to have double-digit GDP growth in the April-June quarter. What are the implications of the forecasts that have been released so far?

Professor of practice: What impact can UGC's draft scheme have?

The UGC has given a nod to draft guidelines to engage industry experts as 'professors of practice'. Soon, professionals with 15 yrs of experience will be taking classes in universities and colleges

Are hybrid cars a better solution for India than EVs?

Electric vehicles are way more expensive than the traditional combustion engine vehicles. As India tries to meet clean-mobility goals, are low-cost hybrids the solution that Indian car market needs?

Are hybrid cars a better solution for India than EVs?

Electric vehicles are way more expensive than the traditional combustion engine vehicles. As India tries to meet clean-mobility goals, are low-cost hybrids the solution that Indian car market needs?