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Firing on All Cylinders

From infra to India serving as a destination for global capability centres, the country has a lot going for it

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

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?

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

Celebrating AI

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

REJUVENATING DABUR

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

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!

"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

WARM VIBES

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

TEMPLE BOOM

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

The Angel Tax Overhang

The extension of angel tax rules to investments by non-residents has raised concerns over the valuation of start-ups and sparked fears of calls from tax authorities. The industry is hoping that this decision will be reviewed

The Debt Trap

Among India's start-up elite, many are feeling the financial squeeze, handling loans from lean equity times. It's not just a wake-up call for the industry but also signals a looming debt inferno ahead

"If you want to go far, go together"

Mercedes-Benz India is the local subsidiary of the German luxury automobile manufacturer

NEW SHADES OF GREEN

THE CHANDIGARH LEG OF BT GOLF 2023-24 SAW TOP LEADERS FROM THE WORLD OF BUSINESS TAKE ON EACH OTHER IN A DAY OF COMPETITIVE GOLF

A NEW YOU

If becoming healthier is your New Year resolution, read on for some great tips

CHENNAI CENTRAL

CHENNAI IS TRUMPING MUMBAI, DELHI-NCR AND HYDERABAD TO EMERGE AS THE NEW OFFICE REAL ESTATE MARKET. BUT THE RECENT CYCLONE HAS EXPOSED THE CHINKS IN ITS ARMOUR

"When you're lending, you have to be very conscious of risk"

V. Vaidyanathan, MD & CEO of IDFC First Bank, on how the perception about making money has changed in India, Digital India, and more

THE BIG TECH BOOST

START-UPS OPERATE IN A COMPLEX ENVIRONMENT AND MUST PRIORITISE ENTERPRISE TECHNOLOGY IF THEY WANT TO SCALE. HERE'S HOW THEY ARE GETTING AFFORDABLE OPTIONS

UNRAVELLING THE MISGOVERNANCE IN INDIAN START-UPS

The issues in the country's start-up ecosystem need to be resolved to sustain India's entrepreneurial spirit

"IT IS NOT LIKE THERE IS JUST ONE SILICON VALLEY IN INDIA"

With increasing access to angel networks and incubators across India, Venture Catalysts Co-founder Apoorva Ranjan Sharma says the country would have nearly a million start-ups and more than 500 unicorns by 2030

START-UP BHARAT

Non-metro towns are fast emerging as start-up hubs as an increasing number of founders are looking at Tier II and III locations to launch their ventures. While there are challenges, the opportunities seem to be immense

FROM SEED TO IPO: THE FRONTIERS OF START-UP LISTING

From the right product-market fit to a viable idea, founders need to know these crucial aspects

A FIX FOR INDIAN VC ECOSYSTEM'S ACHILLES HEEL

Increasing transparency will instil greater confidence in LPs regarding the capabilities of Indian VCs