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"OFFER MORE SOPS FOR THE NEW TAX REGIME”

Dinesh Kanabar, CEO of Dhruva Advisors, on the tax-related measures expected in the Budget, reforms, and more

IN SEARCH OF A BOOSTER SHOT

TO BOOST GROWTH, THE GOVERNMENT MAY FOCUS ON INCREASING CAPEX AND BOOSTING DOMESTIC CONSUMPTION, PARTICULARLY TARGETING THE MIDDLE CLASS. THIS COULD PROVIDE A FILLIP TO STOCKS IN THOSE SECTORS

HEALTH BOOST

THE HEALTHCARE SECTOR IS EXPECTED TO RECEIVE A SHOT IN THE ARM IN BUDGET 2025-26, WITH A FOCUS ON PRIMARY HEALTHCARE, DIGITAL HEALTH, AND BOOSTING PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING AND RESEARCH. BUT CHALLENGES LIKE THE SHORTAGE OF HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS REMAIN

"Indian aviation to see double-digit growth for the next 30 years"

Vinay Dube, Founder & CEO of Akasa Air, on the country's aviation sector, why the airline was set up, and more

TIME TO BE SMART

This year could be a good time to take home some profits, reduce risk, and shift to large-cap investments

CLOTHES MAKETH A MAN

THE MEN’S LUXURY MARKET IN INDIA, ONCE A NICHE SEGMENT, IS WITNESSING AN EXTRAORDINARY RISE AND IS THRIVING, THANKS TO SOCIAL MEDIA AND RISING DISPOSABLE INCOMES

Front-running Redux

Ketan Parekh has again been accused by Sebi. This time the allegations are of front-running, an unethical practice in financial markets

Triumph of Engineering

The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Line in J&K is set to expedite trade and tourism

MAKING A MARK

IN A LANDSCAPE DOMINATED BY THE BIG FOUR ACCOUNTING FIRMS, DHRUVA ADVISORS HAS STRUCK IT BIG ON THE BACK OF ITS TAX AND REGULATORY ADVISORY SERVICES, ASSISTING SOME OF THE MARQUEE DEALS OF INDIA INC.

TIME FOR A TAX BREAK?

INDIVIDUAL TAXPAYERS LOOK FORWARD TO THE BUDGET EVERY YEAR HOPING FOR A BIG TAX BREAK. IT HAS ELUDED THEM FOR YEARS, BUT WITH HIGH INFLATION, MODERATING URBAN CONSUMPTION, AND ROBUST TAX COLLECTIONS, WILL THE MIDDLE CLASS GET A TAX BREAK IN FEBRUARY?

INFRA INJECTION

THE UNION BUDGET IS EXPECTED TO BOOST INFRASTRUCTURE SPENDING IN LINE WITH THE VISION OF MAKING INDIA A 7-TRILLION ECONOMY BY 20380. MODERNISING RAIL, ROAD AND AVIATION INFRASTRUCTURE IS LIKELY TO REMAIN TOP PRIORITY IN FY26

THE BIG PHARMA OPPORTUNITY

The patent expiry of key drugs in 2025-26 will open up additional market space for Indian manufacturers of generics and biosimilars

STRATEGIC EXIT

The Adani Group's decision to sell its holding in the FMCG food business is seen as a way to reduce high debt and allocate money smartly

In with the NEW

THE GOVERNMENT'S FLAGSHIP, SIMPLIFIED NEW TAX REGIME HAS SLOWLY BUT SURELY GAINED TAXPAYERS’ ACCEPTANCE. IN ASSESSMENT YEAR 2024-25, 72% OF TAXPAYERS OPTED FOR IT. IS THIS CHANGE HERE TO STAY?

EYEING THE NORTHEAST

The key question now is when will UltraTech’s 8.69% stake in Star Cement evolve into a larger play in the Northeast market

RECIPE FOR GROWTH

Union Budget 2025-26 is expected to lay the blueprint for the Narendra Modi government's third term. But how will Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman deliver growth in the face of a slowing economy, global uncertainty, high inflation and tepid private investments?

"Do what's best for employees"

BEST ADVICE - PANKAJ JATHAR | CEO | NIIT LTD

Your Palate for 2025

What's in store for you in the New Year when you go out for a meal or a drink? We ask industry experts to predict F&B trends for 2025

"RBI'S STANCE SHOULD BE TO KEEP THE RUPEE MORE VOLATILE"

Axis Bank Chief Economist Neelkanth Mishra talks about the rupee, quantitative easing, the Trump impact, and more

"We should strive towards two non-zero GST rates"

Arvind Panagariya, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, on further reforms in the economy, the Nehruvian era and its impact on policymaking, cash transfers, and more

A GENERATION MAROONED

This generation is creating new grammar for social and professional existence. They are reimagining the very concept of work, identity, and social belonging

A TIME OF UNCERTAINTY AND OPPORTUNITY

A look at the key trends that will redefine how content will be created, distributed, and consumed

Consciousness Shaping Consumption

India has a dynamic and discerning consumer base, whose consumption pattern is experiencing a significant transformation

THE NIFTY ELEPHANTS

The composition of the Nifty 50 index has undergone notable changes in the past 30 years, with only 11 companies consistently remaining in the index. It is expected to undergo further changes in 2025 with the entry of new-age companies like Zomato

REDEFINING THE DIGITAL AGE

For Bitcoin, its future lies not as a currency but as a cornerstone of the modern financial ecosystem

THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE

As AI advances, so will its role in health insurance. In the future, it shall perform a variety of complex tasks, making it more accessible and aligned with individual needs

EXTRA COVER

The insurance industry is undergoing a transformation with the increasing adoption of AI and regulatory changes. With the impending launch of the Bima Sugam portal, 2025 could be the year when insurance penetration zooms

WILL IPOs BOOM AGAIN IN 2025?

In the coming year, as many as 32 companies have Sebi approval to raise ₹42,000 crore, while another 55 looking to raise ₹1.15 lakh crore are awaiting approval

THE FUTURE IS INVESTING

As technology continues to evolve, the vision of a financially empowered India is closer than ever before

SIP BY SIP IN 2025

Investors should opt to build a diversified equity portfolio comprising stocks of companies with strong fundamentals