Bhaswar Kumar
 "Bhaswar Kumar")
Bhaswar Kumar
Bhaswar Kumar has over seven years of experience in journalism. He has written on India Inc, corporate governance, government policy, and economic data. Currently, he covers defence, security and geopolitics, focusing on defence procurement policies, defence and aerospace majors, and developments in India’s neighbourhood.
Bhaswar Kumar has over seven years of experience in journalism. He has written on India Inc, corporate governance, government policy, and economic data. Currently, he covers defence, security and geopolitics, focusing on defence procurement policies, defence and aerospace majors, and developments in India’s neighbourhood.
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That sinking feeling: Why urban India gets flooded every monsoon
As the monsoon is in full swing, every spell of rain is bringing Indian metros to a standstill. But, why does a good spell of rain bring misery to urban areas rather than joy? Let us find out
 "That sinking feeling: Why urban India gets flooded every monsoon")
The curious case of copycat brand names in India
Leading brands have upped the ante when it comes to protecting their trademarks. What's driving the problem of copycat brand names in India? How does India fare in protecting trademark rights?
 "The curious case of copycat brand names in India")
What is digital piracy?
Pirated music and video content cost the US and leading economies of the world billions each year, according to DataProt. What all include digital piracy? Let's take a peek into its dark world.
 "What is digital piracy?")
When will the employee unrest in Indian aviation end?
Salaries have become a thorny issue in the Indian aviation sector. Employees remain dissatisfied as the wait for normalisation of wages continues to be uncertain. What is the reason for this delay?
 "When will the employee unrest in Indian aviation end?")
India to overtake China as the most populous country. What does this mean?
India is set to overtake China as the world's most populous country sometime next year, according to a United Nations estimate. Should we be worried? What does this actually mean for the economy?
 "India to overtake China as the most populous country. What does this mean?")
From IIP to inflation: Here's a status check on the Indian economy
A significant jump in IIP growth indicates economic recovery. Also, is the recovery sustainable given the raging inflation and adverse global geopolitical conditions?
 "From IIP to inflation: Here's a status check on the Indian economy")
What does Adani's 5G spectrum bid mean for the likes of Jio and Airtel?
Gautam Adani is foraying into the telecom sector. His group will take part in the 5G auction to set up private network solutions. How will the Group's decision impact players like Jio and Airtel?
 "What does Adani's 5G spectrum bid mean for the likes of Jio and Airtel?")
Economist Pronab Sen's prescription for the uncertain state of economy
The forex reserve has shrunk and the country might be staring at a twin deficit. To get a better understanding, Business Standard's Bhaswar Kumar spoke to economist Pronab Sen. Let us listen in
 "Economist Pronab Sen's prescription for the uncertain state of economy")
What are forex reserves and why are they important?
RBI's recent measures to shore up rupee were a 'knee-jerk' reaction, said analysts. They said the country is sitting on a high forex reserve. But ever wondered what a forex reserve is? Let's find out
 "What are forex reserves and why are they important?")
Why is there a growing unease between the govt and Big Tech in India?
India is seeing yet another showdown between Twitter and regulators. The microblogging site has challenged the government's directives asking it to take down certain posts. Why is this growing unease?
 "Why is there a growing unease between the govt and Big Tech in India?")
Are changes in laws putting business interests ahead of the environment?
The govt proposed to dilute the penal provisions in laws governing environmental protection, air and water pollution. Will it sacrifice environmental protection at the altar of business interests?
 "Are changes in laws putting business interests ahead of the environment?")
India Inc's skill scarcity could impact the IT & services sector?
The services sector contributes to more than 50% of the country's GDP. Could the skill shortage in the sector run up against recovery in these sectors? Let's delve into the details.
 "India Inc's skill scarcity could impact the IT & services sector?")
Is keeping it in the family a good idea for India Inc?
Like Reliance, reins of TVS, Godrej and Emami are passing on to the next gen, unlike the west where ownership and management are separated. Why Indian firms are not keeping the two roles separate?
 "Is keeping it in the family a good idea for India Inc?")
What are the key takeaways from the 47th GST Council meeting?
The 47th GST Council meeting took a host of decisions that will affect everyone. This report tells about the key outcomes of the meeting and its likely impact on the stakeholders
 "What are the key takeaways from the 47th GST Council meeting?")
How can India replicate the success of Tiruppur in 75 other places?
The small town of Tiruppur contributes about 90% of knit-wear exports from India. Govt now plans to create 75 textile hubs across India like Tiruppur. Find out the significance of this textile hub
 "How can India replicate the success of Tiruppur in 75 other places?")
Why was Cannes Ad fest 2022 Indian advertising industry's '1983 moment'?
Cricketer Kris Srikkanth had said winning the 1983 world cup was 'independence day for cricket in India'. Indian advertising also had its '1983 moment' at the Cannes Ad fest 2022. How was it achieved?
 "Why was Cannes Ad fest 2022 Indian advertising industry's '1983 moment'?")
What is the shape of India's economic recovery?
Sales of two-wheelers have nosedived. FMCG is struggling due to weak demand. But the aviation sector is seeing a jump in traffic. Take a dive into the key sectors to find out how the economy is revivi
 "What is the shape of India's economic recovery?")
How the economic crisis in Sri Lanka is affecting Indian businesses?
Sri Lanka's economy is in a free fall. But some spillover of the Lanka crisis is hurting Indian businesses too, like the auto sector. We try to gauge the overall effect of the crisis on India
 "How the economic crisis in Sri Lanka is affecting Indian businesses?")
Can an IT sector employee be classified as a workman?
A labour court in Chennai recently asked TCS to reinstate a former employee and clear all his past dues. This could become a reference for performance-related unlawful terminations in the IT industry
 "Can an IT sector employee be classified as a workman?")
Where is India's economy headed after FinMin's twin deficit warning?
The FinMin on Monday struck a note of caution about the re-emergence of the twin deficit problem. Where is the Indian economy headed? Is there trouble ahead? Find out what an RBI paper warns about
 "Where is India's economy headed after FinMin's twin deficit warning?")