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The rough side of victory

Jharkhand finances can be a constraining factor in keeping JMM-Congress electoral pledges, writes YASH KUMAR SINGHAL

Between falling crop prices & electoral landslide

In Maharashtra, plunging crop prices foretold a backlash against the Mahayuti, yet the ruling alliance came out on top, by rallying women and through timely crop-related interventions, explains SANJEEB MUKHERJEE

Mahayuti's mandate: Delivering on promises without derailing growth

Focus now shifts to promises for women, farmers, and youth. They raise fiscal concerns despite Maharashtra's disciplined finances, writes INDIVJAL DHASMANA

CBIC should review its MOOWR instructions

In October 2019, the government introduced much liberalized regulations for manufacture in customs bonded warehouses.

RBI seeks info on NBFCs' supply-chain financing

Shadow banks told to rework offers

Adani case, Manipur may take centre stage in winter session

Govt lists banking law Bill for Lok Sabha discussions on Day 1

CCPA seeks to polish diamond framework

Invites stakeholder views for norms

Aligning with global audit standards critical to Viksit Bharat vision

AJAY BHUSHAN PANDEY, chairman, National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA), in an interview with Ruchika Chitravanshi in New Delhi, says the latest reforms proposed to India's audit standards are historic and long overdue. Edited excerpts:

Global fund managers' India euphoria fizzling out

The recent global fund flow data suggests that one big cycle of foreign fund allocation into India may have come to an end and the trend could remain soft for a longer time, according to a report by Elara Capital.

UK FTA talks restart soon; complex issues persist

Issues like labour, environment remain tricky as talks may begin in Jan

Major port cargo contracts 3.2% to 68 mt in Oct

Central government-owned ports, also known as major ports, recorded a rare 3.2 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) contraction in their cargo volumes during October, primarily due to a fall in crude oil and coal shipments, according to government data.

Luxury automakers hike prices up to 3% amid rising costs

Amid mounting inflationary pressures, escalating material costs, and rising operational expenses, luxury carmakers Mercedes-Benz India and BMW India have announced price increases of up to 3 per cent on their entire model ranges effective from January 1, 2025.

Punit Goenka withdraws from ZEEL MD reappointment

ZEE Entertainment CEO Punit Goenka (pictured), who resigned from the post of managing director (MD) last week, has also withdrawn himself from reappointment for the post in the coming annual general meeting (AGM), according to an exchange filing.

Qcom to create 10x more Mamaearths, Boats in 3-4 years

AADIT PALICHA, co-founder and chief executive officer of quick commerce firm Zepto, speaks to Aryaman Gupta and Shivani Shinde in an interview about the capex plans, slowdown in FMCG sector, and predatory pricing. Edited excerpts:

How Manjushree morphed into a packaging giant

The journey of Manjushree Technopack (MTL) from owning flour mills in Tinsukia, Assam, to becoming a dominant force in India's rigid plastic packaging industry caps a remarkable story of adaptation, innovation and strategic vision.

Plea in SC to take US charges against Adani on record

Demands conclusive report by Sebi on probe carried out so far

FMCG distributors flag deep discounts by qcom cos to govt

Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) distributors' association has written to the finance ministry, highlighting concern over fund utilisation and fund accumulation by quick commerce companies and deep discounting of goods on their platforms.

ICAI framing qualifications for forensic auditors

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is drafting guidelines to mandate compulsory qualifications for professionals conducting forensic audits.

Dark stores turning profitable rapidly

AADIT PALICHA, co-founder and chief executive officer of quick commerce firm Zepto, says the latest $350 million fundraise is one of the largest ever from domestic investors. This will allow the company to give more shareholding to Indian investors as it eyes an initial public offering (IPO) sometime next financial year. In a video interview with Aryaman Gupta and Shivani Shinde, Palicha talks about the rising scrutiny in the sector, expansion plans, and the IPO. Edited excerpts:

Apple rings in $10 bn in iPhone production FOB

This equates to a $15 billion market value, with 70% exported

India leads Global South to reject 'unfair' finance deal

Rich Global North polluted the planet to turn wealthy in a short span of time, an Indian negotiator told this reporter in Baku last week. \"And now they are trying to get even richer by asking us to fix the problem.\"

Solar sector caught in a haze as Adani storm set to hit funding, project plans

The Indian solar sector is bracing for impact after the US charges against the Adani group and NYSE-listed Azure Power last week.

False solutions for climate change

As the ghastly impacts of climate change become more visible in our everyday lives, it is hard to shake off the feeling that one must step up and do something constructive.

Expats to residents, Delhi's air is driving people out

Embassies have stepped up efforts to deal with the situation; WFH option has residents temporarily relocating to their hometowns

Making sense of census

For all marketing professionals working in large companies, the population census of India is a treasure trove of information.

MONEY CAN BUY YOU STARS

What's behind West Asia's multi-billion charm offensive to become a destination for all kinds of sports stars?

Ensure low tracking error, alignment with risk appetite

Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) witnessed a sharp rise in subscriptions in October, with net investments totalling ₹13,441 crore, compared to ₹381 crore in the previous month, according to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi).

Strong order book to stand BEL in good stead

Brokerages mostly positive on the stock

Strong Q2, growth outlook drive gains for Info Edge

The stock of online classified major Info Edge (India) was up over 6 per cent on Friday on expectations of demand improvement for Indian IT companies.

Regulator nod to Roshni Nadar to acquire majority stake in HCLTech

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) on Friday gave nod to Roshni Nadar to acquire majority shareholding from her father Shiv Nadar, founder of HCL Group, in two promoter group companies.