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Research In Ayurveda Is Presently A Global Phenomenon

Ayurveda is now a global phenomenon. There is a lot of research going on in the field of Ayurvedic medicine development. BE’s Saptarshi Deb spoke to M.M. Rao, Director, Central Ayurveda Research Institute for Drug Development, Kolkata, on the institute’s role in the development of Ayurvedic drugs.

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July 1-15, 2019
Indian Automobile Industry Faces The Problem Of Plenty
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Indian Automobile Industry Faces The Problem Of Plenty

Will the falling automobile sales trigger an economic recession? First the US and now the European Union (EU) are facing the same problem. Automobile sales across the world are declining.

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July 1-15, 2019
Invigorate Investment, Reduce Unemployment
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Invigorate Investment, Reduce Unemployment

“Entrepreneurship is the engine fuelling innovation, employment generation and economic growth. Only by creating an environment where entrepreneurship can prosper and where entrepreneurs can try new ideas and empower others can we ensure that many of the world’s issues will not go unaddressed”- Klaus Schwab, Executive Chairman World Economic Forum.

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July 16-31, 2019
Lesser GST On Insurance May Enhance Penetration
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Lesser GST On Insurance May Enhance Penetration

Tajinder Mukherjee, Chairperson and Managing Director, National Insurance Company Ltd., spoke to BE’s Shinjini Mukherjee regarding the poor insurance penetration rate in India and a way out of this.

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July 16-31, 2019
Indian Insurance Sector Needs Better Strategies
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Indian Insurance Sector Needs Better Strategies

Risk is an unavoidable fact of life on earth. When one steps out of his house in the morning, one doesn’t know what awaits him.

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July 16-31, 2019
Not Privatisation, Operational Independence Is The Key For Banking Revival
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Not Privatisation, Operational Independence Is The Key For Banking Revival

The Public Sector Banks (PSBs) are in financial stress. Some serious measures have been taken to rescue these banks from the crisis. But those measures have only been partially successful. Ashok Kumar Pradhan, MD and CEO of United Bank India (UBI), spoke to BE’s Kishore Kumar Biswas.

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July 16-31, 2019
Where Does The Budget Stand On Employment
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Where Does The Budget Stand On Employment

According to a leaked draft report by the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) of the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), the unemployment rate in the country in the Financial Year (FY) 2018 amounted to an overall rate of 6.1%, an all-time high in the last 45 years.

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July 16-31, 2019
Some Relevant Issues On MSME Sector
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Some Relevant Issues On MSME Sector

At times, profit is not reflected in a proper way. This may lead to a weakening balance sheet of the business, which may lead to difficulties in getting financial loan in future.

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August 1 - 15, 2018
Kumortuli –The Hub Of Art And Artists
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Kumortuli –The Hub Of Art And Artists

The name ‘Kumortuli’ is associated with the art of idol making and sculpturing, which is deeply connected with the tradition and heritage of Bengali culture.

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August 1 - 15, 2018
SREI Foundation Organised A Seminar On Prevention Of Crime
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SREI Foundation Organised A Seminar On Prevention Of Crime

SREI foundation organised a seminar on Prevention of Crimes: Awareness, Rebuilding of lives, Rehabilitation on July 13, 2018 at Vivekananda Hall, Ballygunje in the presence of H.P. Kanoria, Chairman, SREI Foundation.

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August 1 - 15, 2018
Belarusian Automobile Manufacturer Eyeing Indian Markets
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Belarusian Automobile Manufacturer Eyeing Indian Markets

A 4-Member delegation representing one of the leading automotive manufacturers of the Republic of BelarusMinsk Automobile Plant (MAZ) visited Bharat Chamber of Commerce on July 21, 2018 to explore the possibilities of procurement of automotive spare parts and raw materials from Indian manufacturers, particularly those in West Bengal.

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August 1 - 15, 2018
Policy Changes Propel Realty's Changes
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Policy Changes Propel Realty's Changes

Aspate of construction activities, backed by the governments push for affordable housing and infrastructuregrowth, is indicating the revival of Indias real estate sector. The sector is witnessing high growth with the rise in demand for office, as well as, residential spaces. The market size of the Indian real estate sector is expected to reach $180 billion by 2020 with the housing sector's contribution doubling to 11.2% of the GDP.

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October 1 - 15, 2018
Regulating A Wayward Industry – Real Estate
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Regulating A Wayward Industry – Real Estate

Ayear after the Real Estate Regulation and DevelopmentAct, 2016 (RERA) came into effect, 20 out of the 28 states (the Act is not applicable in J & K) have implemented the rules or framed their own laws to carry out the mandate.

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October 1 - 15, 2018
Impact Of GST On The Indian Real Estate Sector
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Impact Of GST On The Indian Real Estate Sector

Demonetisationhit the real estate sector. The Goods and Services Tax (GST), passed on March 29, 2017, also impacted the sector.

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October 1 - 15, 2018
The Affordable Segment Experiencing Growth
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The Affordable Segment Experiencing Growth

India is witnessing significant waves of inward urban migration in recent years.

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October 1 - 15, 2018
Demand For Luxury Real Estate
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Demand For Luxury Real Estate

The increased exposure to global standards of living has drastically changed the way the Indian customer views luxury living.

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October 1 - 15, 2018
Can India Use The Media As China Shows The Way?
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Can India Use The Media As China Shows The Way?

China is a country where the media is not free. But one cannot but appreciate the way how the People's Republic of China handled a group of 20 international journalists invited to visit Xinjiang to feel for themselves and then write about their ambitious project of reconstructing the Silk Route.

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July 1 - 15, 2018
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‘Mission IL&FS' Still A Puzzle

Autumn marks the changeover from summer to winter and the temperature drops considerably, making the Indian climate pleasant. Unfortunately the autumn of 2018 did not bring any pleasant moments in the life of Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS), an Indian infrastructure development and finance company. And even after six months, the situation remains an unanswered paradox.

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May 1-15, 2019
The Human Link To The Production Chain
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The Human Link To The Production Chain

According to him (Rahul Gandhi), this was possible by connecting the existing skills of the country to the financial system. India had a large number of skilled persons. The task would be to bring them under a value chain by connecting them with the financial system.

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May 1-15, 2019
Pests Which Can Save Lives
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Pests Which Can Save Lives

There are no pests, no weeds, in nature. There are beings who get in the way of humans growing food, or destroying the habitat in order to take up residence and make service centres for these human populations. Billions of insects are killed by pesticides alone for this purpose.

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May 1-15, 2019
Polluting Industries And Agricultural Practices
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Polluting Industries And Agricultural Practices

Industrial pollution

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May 1-15, 2019
Social Media Is Changing India, But Not Fully
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Social Media Is Changing India, But Not Fully

A recent report published by the Reuters Foundation in collaboration with Oxford University reveals that India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing markets for US based technology companies like Facebook, Google, and Twitter. India’s Twitter users currently number at 26.7 million, and as of July 2017, Facebook reported that India overtook the United States to become the platform’s largest audience by country with a userbase of 241 million active users.

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January 1 - 15, 2018
Create Your Destiny
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Create Your Destiny

Recently, FICCI FLO, Kolkata chapter organised an event with Brahmakumari Sister Shivani and to mark a remarkable ending to the year 2017. The event was held at Kalamandir, Kolkata on December 16, and the topic of the evening was ‘Create your Destiny.’

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January 1 - 15, 2018
A Day With Science
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A Day With Science

The city of Kolkata is incomplete without Science City.

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January 1 - 15, 2018
'Government Has Taken Steps To Contain Food Price Rise'
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'Government Has Taken Steps To Contain Food Price Rise'

Agriculture is a key sector in India and it employs around 52% of our population. The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare implements the rules, regulations, and laws related to the agricultural sector in India. The department’s ambit covers agriculture, food processing, and cooperation. BE’s Madhu Raina spoke to Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister of State for Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare on the agricultural sector and his department’s policies related to the sector.

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January 1 - 15, 2018
Artificial Intelligence To Complement, Not Compete With Humans In The Indian Legal System
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Artificial Intelligence To Complement, Not Compete With Humans In The Indian Legal System

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has gained great momentum in various sectors. In the Indian legal field, AI is yet to reach its full potential. Yet, Indian firms are looking into this potential treasure trove of innovative assistance.

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January 1 - 15, 2018
Is There An Indian Media?
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Is There An Indian Media?

Is There An Indian Media?

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January, 16 - 31, 2018
The Progress Of Brexit
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The Progress Of Brexit

Recent reports suggest that Brexit will open up a vast €10.2billion (£8.99bn) hole in the European Union’s coffers when Britain permanently quits the bloc in 2021 – leaving bigger bills for other European Union nations.Richard L. Gosling, a prominent UK-based businessman, spoke to BE’s Shahana Banerjee on how far the process of Brexit has been realised and sheds light on the challenges that lie ahead.

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January, 16 - 31, 2018
Water ATMs In Delhi
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Water ATMs In Delhi

63.4 million living without access to clean water in India

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January, 16 - 31, 2018
Why 'Make In India?
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Why 'Make In India?

Why 'Make In India?

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January, 16 - 31, 2018