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How will OPEC production cuts affect India?

The decision by OPEC+ to impose larger-than-expected output cuts in a bid to spur a recovery in crude prices could become a cause for concern for India. Let's delve into its possible impact on India

Why is India Inc protectionist?

As a response to a falling rupee and rising current account deficit, the govt is mulling tariff hikes on non-essential imports. But, does India Inc also favours protectionism? Let's find out

Why are global CEOs bullish about India?

India continues to remain as a bright spot on the world economic map. That's the sentiment echoed by prominent global CEOs recently. Find out the reasons driving the bullish sentiment

Is India's external account becoming vulnerable?

Rising global commodity prices have widened India's current account deficit to 2.8% of GDP in Q1. But RBI Governor says, forex reserves compared favourably with most peer economies. Here's more

Why is it not a good time to buy a car?

Indian auto sector has shrugged off the pandemic blues with fancy models, especially SUVs. But if you are planning to book your car during this festive season, think again. This report tells why

Can Reliance repeat its brick-and-mortar success in e-commerce?

Reliance JioMart is trying to catch up with Amazon and Walmart. This festival season, it started a digital push for all shopping needs. Can Reliance repeat its brick-and-mortar success in e-commerce?

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?