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Trade uncertainty: US trade policy can complicate the Fed's choices

The administration's policies on immigration, for instance, will have longer-term consequences for the US economy

A new innings for IPL: This premier cricket tournament needs to evolve

As a "charitable organisation", the riches that the BCCI earns from the IPL are tax-free so long as the money is used to further the objective of promoting cricket

All EOU, AAH, SEZ exports during extended period should get Rodtep benefits

Rodtep scheme seeks to refund the duties/taxes/levies, at Central, State and local level, borne on manufacture and distribution of the exported product, which are not rebated through any other schemes

The liquidity conundrum: Rate cuts need right balance in financial system

How much liquidity do we need: Appropriate, adequate, or abundant? To inject growth instinct, adequate liquidity needs to complement rate cut

Regulators must adapt as technology changes the insurance landscape

Companies are using insurance technology, or insurtech, to prevent fraud, process claims promptly, and offer personalised services to customers

Why investors should opt for MFCentral for direct MF transactions

MFCentral makes direct plan MF transactions more robust by eliminating the middleman and also significantly reduces the risk of mis-selling

Best of BS Opinion: When progress is like holding a lit match in the wind

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The children's Constitution: A fresh take for young and old alike

A bunch of illustrated books are introducing children to the Constitution and its cherished values in a uniquely engaging way- and adults might discover something new too

People at 'dheerga ayush' companies learn, grow and stay curious

Fulfilment presumes that there is some deep ambition and a personal purpose. It may be prosaic, like feeding your family, or philosophical, like providing music as soup for the soul

A leader & 19 months: Lal Bahadur Shastri's legacy beyond Tashkent peace

Among Shastri's contributions were the Green Revolution, appointing C Subramaniam as his food minister, and recognising the talent of M S Swaminathan

A world much like the 1930s: Echoes of war, tariffs, and autocracy

But three key differences make today even more alarming

Artificial intelligence & India: The Modi model of technology diffusion

While much of the public discourse has been around this stack of Digital Public Goods and their population-scale impact, the role of leadership has been underappreciated

Best of BS Opinion: Banking, economy, and justice face mounting strain

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A Ministry of Finance for 21st century: Restructuring for future challenges

Finance ministries worldwide drive economic reforms. It's time to restructure India's to meet the challenges of tomorrow

Best of BS Opinion: Illusions of progress that fade away as we get closer

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India's green buildings thrive, but its cities remain unsustainable

Indian metropolises need a sustainability reset -green buildings alone won't fix urban planning that forces people to spend hours commuting to get to them

Tariff chaos, policy missteps raise fears over US economic stability

Mr Trump's campaign policy agenda had both pluses and minuses. While there were obvious flaws, much of what he wanted to do would have advanced prosperity

Best of BS Opinion: When promises taste sweet but hide dangers underneath

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Customer first: Banks must focus on customer service across the system

Given that India has seen a significant adoption of digital payments, the quality of service in the banking and financial sector has become extremely important

Cleaning the Yamuna: Ganga clean-up lessons reveal challenges ahead

In 1986, the DO levels were fit for drinking at all points except Varanasi, and in 2008, they were so at most places. Between 1986 and 2008, the BOD had improved but at many places it was still unfit