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Half a lifetime after the 1991 reforms: Lotuses bloom in muddy waters

Thirty-five years after the 1991 reforms, India has grown dramatically but unfinished reforms, weak public services and job creation remain major challenges

E-waste to textiles: Forced labour in Indian industries has deep roots

With children forming nearly 13% of total victims, data reveals the changing - and alarming - face of forced labour in India

Large Indian banks revive dollar bond plans after period of lull

Indian banks are preparing dollar bond issuances before the RBI's concessional swap window closes in December, seeking cheaper overseas funding options

Flipkart set to enter online food delivery with Bengaluru pilot next month

Bengaluru pilot in August as firm expands its consumer ecosystem

9 months on, GST next-gen reforms: Lower rates, larger base, higher revenue

The authors argue GST rate rationalisation has broadened the tax base, improved compliance and refunds, and boosted consumption, though its full impact will take longer to assess

ITC re-architecting cigarette portfolio after tax hike: CMD Sanjiv Puri

The ITC chief said the company is pursuing calibrated pricing and portfolio innovation to curb illicit trade while continuing investments to diversify beyond cigarettes

Call for change: UPI Meta plan draws pushback from smaller players

In a joint representation, smaller payment apps urged NPCI to widen consultations, warning the proposed checkout framework could entrench the dominance of larger rivals

Datanomics: ULCA repeal alone no guarantee of manufacturing, infra boost

Repealing the Urban Land Ceiling Act may improve land availability, but manufacturing and infrastructure growth also depend on ease of doing business and broader reforms

Delaying reforms will hurt future of our youth: Montek Singh Ahluwalia

Montek Singh Ahluwalia says India needs a fresh reform roadmap, faster private investment and broader policy consensus to achieve the Viksit Bharat goal

HSBC leads in FCNR (B) deposit mobilisation with over $5 billion

HSBC has mobilised over $5 billion in FCNR(B) deposits under the RBI's swap scheme, leveraging its global network and expanding NRI banking presence in India

Odisha seeks to become India's next diamond hub with dedicated policy

Odisha plans a dedicated gems and jewellery policy and park to capitalise on rising lab-grown diamond investments and build an integrated manufacturing ecosystem

Kalyan Krishnamurthy on why customer value keeps Flipkart hungry for more

Over fruit and avocado on sourdough toast, Kalyan Krishnamurthy tells Nivedita Mookerji and Udisha Srivastav why customer value keeps Flipkart hungry for more

Strong Q1 FY27 for Eternal, market share gains likely for Blinkit

Blinkit's strong order growth, expanding user base and disciplined execution reinforce its leadership in quick commerce, while Eternal's Q1 results beat Street estimates

Parl panel bats for cryptocurrency statutory and regulatory framework

A parliamentary panel has urged the government to create a regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, citing investor protection and risks from the current legal vacuum

Bharat Petroleum may increase fuel prices if crude stays at current levels

The state-run refiner is also exploring long-term crude supply deals with the US and other countries as it seeks to manage supply disruptions and rising energy costs

Sebi moots MF-only PMS framework, lowers minimum investment to ₹25 lakh

Investment in overseas securities and expanding the use of exchange-traded derivatives also part of proposal

Indian Railways working on mega reforms to boost freight modal share

The national transporter plans procedural reforms, mechanised execution and faster project clearances to raise its freight modal share from 24 per cent to 40 per cent

Economic reforms: India needs a second wave to sustain high growth

Thirty-five years after the 1991 reforms, India needs a new reform wave focused on deregulation, stronger state capacity, judicial efficiency and faster growth

Reviving the 1991 spirit: Reform lessons from then should not be ignored

Thirty-five years after the landmark 1991 Budget, India must revive the reform spirit with fresh policy changes, stronger institutions and wider reforms beyond the economy

Equal-weight funds: Pick broader universe if risk appetite, horizon permit

Beware that funds with higher exposure to mid- and smallcaps are likely to be more volatile