Experts Call For Comprehensive, Collaborative Approach to Address Energy-Efficiency Issues

Energy efficiency should be viewed holistically, feel experts ISTOCK.

Govt Mulls Alternative to Bank Guarantees to Kickstart Stalled Road Projects, Infuse Liquidity

Studying possibility of allowing insurance companies, NBFCs to issue guarantees.

Asleep At The Wheel: The ‘Blink And You Miss It' Story of Accidents

‘Microsleep’ episodes among fatigued drivers heighten road risks, notes study.

India Inc Must Stop Waiting for Godot

Instead of pleading for handouts, businesses need to proactively take steps to deal with the slowdown.

India, Too, Has an All-Weather Friend

Russia has consistently backed India, even on Kashmir. The move to invest in the country’s resource-rich Far East will foster ties.

‘RBI's Reduction of Risk Weights on Consumer Loans is Credit Negative'

Risky business The Reserve Bank of India reducing risk weighting on consumer loans such as personal loans to 100 per cent from 125 per cent will expose banks to risks, said Moody’s Investors Service.

Where Can You Spot Betsy, Lisa Marie And ‘Gooney Bird'?

Intrigued? Well, these are aircraft that were sophisticated in their time but have become, or will become, history on display.

Changing Attitudes — And Latitudes

Whale-spotting, wine-tasting, experiencing local culture — what not! Indians’ vacation preferences are changing and so is their choice of destinations.

‘Festive' Consumers Seem in the Mood for Big Spends

But only a third of survey respondents are optimistic that their financial position will improve in next six months.

Will Pakistan Reform Under IMF Pressure?

For the $6-billion loan, Pakistan has to adhere to stiff conditions. But Imran’s focus isn’t on tackling the economic mess.

On His 69th Birthday, PM Modi Visits Sardar Sarovar Dam, Statue of Unity

Construction of dam and the Statue of Unity symbolise ‘will power’, says Modi.

To ‘make in India' Electronics Firms Seek Level Playing Field

The Centre has to balance the demands of diverse companies to attract investments.

No Joy Likely for Auto, Biscuit Makers at GST Council Meet

But some relief on hotel tariffs, outdoor catering on cards.

Mega Mergers Fail to Lure Funds to PSB Stocks

Debt burden The NBFC crisis, following defaults at IL&FS, has left the country holding the world’s worst bad-debt pile

Strategic Oil Reserves in Focus After Drone Attacks on Saudi Aramco Facility

Reserves available for use can help tide over crisis in the short term: PSU oil firm official

Start-ups to Grab Banks' $280-b Payments Revenues by 2025

Swipe no more Payments are becoming instant – removing the need for credit cards that earn banks revenue – and they will be made directly to the end merchant using new technology

Attack on Aramco's Plants Could Make Petrol, Diesel Dearer by ₹1/Litre

Future hikes will depend on how quickly Saudi Arabia reverts to earlier output levels

Air India's Bond Issue is Fully Subscribed; Raises ₹7,000 Cr

Airline attracted bids worth ₹20,830 crore

Where Is Value Emerging In Equity?

There is wide dispersion in valuation metrics across sectors and even within companies.

The Big Fat PSU Bank Mergers

A mammoth task -The four shotgun weddings performed by the Centre may create colossal banks. But given their huge losses and fragile balance-sheets, the road ahead could be rocky.

Park Your Money In Low-Risk Debt MFs

Debt funds may not be as risky as equity funds, but be warned that they come with the possibility of capital erosion.

Some Citizen-Friendly Moves

There is more to the new Motor Vehicles Act than steep fines.

Lapsed Bike Insurance? Follow These Steps

Go to an aggregator’s website, select the insurer that offers the best premium and pay.

Indiabulls Housing Slopes Downwards

A break-out at ₹600 will bring back bullish momentum and take the stock up to ₹810.

India's Mountain Of Grain Is Set To Implode

A new wheat variety is to be introduced into an over-supplied market; unless the excess production is cleared out, prices will drop.

India Gears Up To Take The Foot And Mouth Disease Head On

Though the govt’s target is ambitious, experts say country will be able to procure enough vaccine to fight the scourge among livestock.

Ashok Leyland In Talks With Michelin, Marubeni, SBICap For E-mobility Venture

The joint venture firm will offer electric buses, battery and power management and other value-added services.

A Credible Blueprint For Agriculture Credit

If implemented well, the roadmap traced by the RBI’s Internal Working Group can significantly boost farm incomes.

President Lauds Tax Info Exchange Pact With Switzerland

Swiss Federal President Ueli Maurer welcomes President Ram Nath Kovind during his state visit, at the Muensterplatz in Bern, Switzerland on Friday REUTERS

Govt Assessing Cash Outgo On Proposed Scheme Of Input Tax Reimbursement For Exporters

Proposal to extend RoSCTL scheme to all export sectors to be finalised by Commerce Ministry for Cabinet nod