Business Today India - February 04, 2024

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Highlights of Business Today 4th February 2024, issue: As the government nears the end of its second term, one of the biggest moves it is currently engaged in — believed to be a pet project of Prime Minister Modi — is to bring global finance into India in a major way in the form of the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City, or GIFT City, the international financial services centre (IFSC) near Ahmedabad. In this fascinating cover story, read how the GIFT City is on its way to becoming a serious player on the lines of Singapore and Dubai and turning into a reinsurance, aircraft- and ship-leasing hub. Plus, read more on the upcoming Interim Budget and what is in store for the country as the Narendra Modi-government closes its second term and India goes into election mode. All this and more in the present issue of BT. Grab your copy today.

TEMPLE BOOM

From hotels to real estate, and airlines to railways, there's a frenetic pace of activity at Ayodhya

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Adani-Hindenburg Case - In Sebi's Court

The Supreme Court ruling in the Adani-Hindenburg matter has made it clear that Sebi is the sole authority that will look into the allegations against the conglomerate

3 mins

WARM VIBES

With winter at its peak, sales of appliances like geysers and room heaters are spiking, bringing cheer for retailers and manufacturers alike

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Choppy Waters

The derogatory remarks of now-suspended Maldivian ministers have not only led to calls for a boycott of the island nation but also a surge in demand for domestic destinations like Lakshadweep

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Poised for Growth

Following the outperformance of the broader markets in 2023, market watchers are counting on large-caps to come through in 2024, despite some concerns

3 mins

CHIPS RISE

unit Tata's announcement of a semiconductor and Simmtech's ₹1,250-crore investment plan are encouraging, but India's fab dream is still a long road

2 mins

Celebrating AI

From home appliances to cars, companies across the board have embraced AI at CES 2024

1 min

CAPITAL GATEWAY

IN THE MAKING FOR OVER A DECADE, INDIA'S ONLY INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE, GIFT CITY NOW SEEMS TO BE TAKING SHAPE WITH FOCUSED POLICIES AND REGULATORY CLARITY. THERE'S GROWING INTEREST FROM INVESTORS AND MORE CONFIDENCE ON THE GROUND BUT A FEW MORE POLICY TWEAKS MAY BE NEEDED

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"India needs to free up the markets for more money to come in"

Legendary investor and fund manager Mark Mobius on India, emerging markets, and women on boards

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Balancing The Budget

The government may choose to maintain fiscal conservatism in the Interim Budget to be presented on February 1 but there is expectation that it will contain a few popular announcements ahead of the General Elections. How will the government maintain this balance?

5 mins

REJUVENATING DABUR

THE ORIGINAL AYURVEDA MAJOR IS AIMING FOR IMMUNITY FROM DIPS WITH A BASKET OF ₹1,000-CRORE POWER BRANDS

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Captives Take Centre Stage

Even as IT services is facing a slowdown, global capability centres in India are transforming from back-end offices providing round-the-clock technical support into innovation hubs for MNCs. And they are hiring!

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BURNING RUBBER

Two-wheeler tyre market leader CEAT is betting on electrification and premiumisation as it targets a top line of ₹17,000 crore in three years. But competition is intensifying and it must strive hard to consolidate its lead

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PLAYING THE LONG GAME

Two years after India brought in a scheme to promote semiconductor manufacturing, it is yet to approve a chip fab application. But a strong foundation has been laid

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THE ALTERNATIVE UNIVERSE

Exotic alternative investment options like asset leasing and invoice discounting represent the next frontier for those chasing high returns. But, as is often the case, the risks are elevated, too

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Zero-Cost At What Cost?

Launched with great fanfare, zero-cost term plans promised complete premium refunds upon retirement. But experts say in the presence of regular term plans and those offering premium returns, this new offering adds little value

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