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TAMING THE F&O BEAST

THE SURGE IN F&O TRADING AMONG INDIA'S INVESTORS HAS LEFT THE GOVERNMENT, REGULATORS AND STOCK EXCHANGES GRAPPLING WITH A NEW CHALLENGE. WHO WILL PRICK THE BUBBLE?

"For long-term investors, India presents a great opportunity"

John Graham, President & CEO of Canadian pension fund CPP Investments, talks about the India growth story, navigating geopolitical risks and a whole lot more

Chink in the Armour

From hitting all-time highs to crashing over 2,000 points on August 5-the equity markets have been seeing much volatility. What lies ahead?

LOOKING EAST

The unrest in Bangladesh could impact trade ties with India and investments by Indian firms. Policymakers and India Inc. are keeping their fingers crossed

FAR FROM DONE

The Future Retail saga may hold out for a while even after liquidation

JUMPING ON THE CNG BANDWAGON

INDIA'S TOP CARMAKERS ARE RACING TO CATER TO THE INCREASING DEMAND FOR CNG-POWERED VEHICLES FROM WALLET-CONSCIOUS CUSTOMERS. BUT THERE ARE CHALLENGES AHEAD, INCLUDING THE LIMITED NUMBER OF CNG FILLING STATIONS AND THE POTENTIAL CHALLENGE FROM ELECTRIC VEHICLES

THE SAAS PLAYBOOK

DESPITE RECENT FUNDING SLOWDOWNS, INDIA'S SAAS MARKET IS EXPECTED TO GROW AT A CAGR OF 15-18% TO SURPASS $50 BILLION IN ANNUAL RECURRING REVENUE BY 2030 AS AI AND GEN AI DRIVE INNOVATION AND INVESTMENTS. WITH A GROWING START-UP ECOSYSTEM, INDIA MAY LEAD ON THIS FRONT

A QUESTION OF ANSWERS

US-based short-seller Hindenburg has targeted the Sebi chief in a new report citing her alleged links with the Adani Group, which she has strongly refuted

ON GUARD!

A GOOD DEFENCE OFTEN WINS SPORTING MATCHES, BUT IT MAY COME IN HANDY IN THE DIGITAL WORLD TOO. WITH THE PROLIFERATION OF DIGITAL PAYMENTS, THERE'S BEEN A SPIKE IN FRAUD. SO IT'S IMPERATIVE TO STAY VIGILANT AND WELL-INFORMED

#Villacation

WHY SETTLE FOR A ROOM WITH A VIEW WHEN YOU CAN HAVE AN ENTIRE VILLA WITH MORE THAN JUST A VIEW?

"Hang in... things take time"

ROHIT BANSAL | CO-FOUNDER | SNAPDEAL & TITAN CAPITAL

Unsung Saviours: Deposit Insurance amid Climate Change

DEPOSIT INSURANCE, a key component often managed by central bankers, is essential for maintaining financial stability.

BIHAR'S ECONOMIC STAGNATION: A CALL TO ACTION

AS INDIA GEARS towards the target of Viksit Bharat by 2047, the development of the state of Bihar emerges as an immediate concern for the country.

The Population Bomb

THE WORLD’S POPULATION, currently 8.2 billion, is projected to surge to 10.2 billion in 2080, largely on the back of an increase in South Asia and Africa.

AI AND TECH DISRUPTION POISED TO RESHAPE THE WORLD ORDER

THE DAWN of the 21st Century has witnessed unprecedented advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology, setting the stage for a seismic shift in the global economic landscape.

'We Have Empowered Regional Brands to Reach Masses'

DINKAR AYILAVARAPU, Head of Flipkart Wholesale & Vice President, Group Head (Strategy & Transformation) talks to ASHISH SINHA about the role of Flipkart Wholesale in strengthening the network of small, micro and medium enterprises as well as of kirana stores, the challenges and opportunities, and more.

"LUXURY TO US IS CONVENIENCE"

You are planning your week. You know it will be hectic at work.

BACK AT THE TOP

The story of how MURALIKRISHNAN B. engineered the spectacular comeback of Xiaomi India

"India Inc Will Strongly Support Skilling, Internship Plans "

In an interview with BW Businessworld's Rohit Chintapali, ASHISH MODI, President, Honeywell India, discusses the company's India-based R&D efforts, prospects in energy transition and aviation, and the government's skilling and internship initiatives announced in budget 2024. Excerpts

THE JOURNEY TO BECOMING A MEDIA ENTREPRENEUR

Trained as a chartered accountant, SAURAV BANERJEE'S path to becoming a venture capitalist and the managing director and founder of MyyTake is a case in point of how CAs are contributing to the success of their organisations

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles announces the appointment of its Head of Bus Business

DAIMLER INDIA COMMERCIAL VEHICLES (DICV), a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG (“Daimler Truck”), announced the appointment of Mr. Andamuthu Ponnusamy as Head of Bus Business, effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Andamuthu P began his journey with DICV in 2011 and brings over 35 years of experience in the automotive (passenger and commercial vehicle) industry, specialising in operations management.

INDIA'S ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY SURGES: CHALLENGING CHINA'S DOMINANCE AMIDST SKILL DEFICITS

The success of India's foray into electronics manufacturing hinges on infrastructural and policy support, along with the availability of a proficient workforce capable of driving innovation, efficiency, and competitiveness. The article underscores the importance of addressing the skill deficit and why it is essential to fully capitalise on the sector's growth potential and ensure its longterm sustainability.

LAPP INDIA TO SHOWCASE LATEST INDUSTRIAL COMMUNICATION SOLUTIONS AT AUTOMATION EXPO 2024

LAPP India, a leading provider of cable and connectivity solutions, will be showcasing its latest Industrial Communication solutions at the upcoming Automation Expo 2024. The event will be held from 21st to 24th August 2024, at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (BEC) in Mumbai.

THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF TRAINING AND SUPPORT FOR EFFECTIVE METROLOGY IMPLEMENTATION

Aveen Padmaprabha, Head of Industrial Quality Solutions, Carl Zeiss India (Bangalore) Pvt. Ltd., discusses the benefits of continuous training and development in metrology and addresses common implementation mistakes.

रोबोट का प्रयोग होगा अब ग्रीन हाऊस में...

ग्रीनहाउस के अंदर छिड़के जाने वाले रसायनों के कई हानिकारक प्रभाव होते हैं क्योंकि वे हवा में घुलते नहीं हो सकते हैं, जिस वजह से अगर किसान या कोई भी व्यक्ति उस हवा में सांस लेता है तो वो उसके अंदर जा सकता है। इसलिए, इस तरह का नवाचार मजदूरों के लिए वरदान है।

बाजरा में पोषक तत्व प्रबंधन और खरपतवार नियंत्रण कैसे करें?

आमतौर पर बाजरा की खेती कम उर्वरता की भूमियों में खाद और उर्वरकों की थोड़ी मात्रा में प्रयोग करके उगाई जाती है, परन्तु अच्छी पैदावार प्राप्त करने के उद्देश्य से समुचित मात्रा में सन्तुलित उर्वरकों का प्रयोग आवश्यक होता है। उर्वरकों का प्रयोग मिट्टी परीक्षण के आधार पर किया जाना फायदेमंद है।

आधुनिक कृषि की वर्तमान स्थिति और चुनौतियां

भारत की अर्थव्यवस्था का आधार कृषि है। यहां की लगभग 60 प्रतिशत जनसंख्या कृषि पर निर्भर है। आज के समय में कृषि क्षेत्र में कई परिवर्तन और चुनौतियां देखी जा रही हैं।

अरहर की फसल में कीट प्रबंधन

खरीफ की दलहनी फसलों में अरहर का महत्वपूर्ण स्थान है। अरहर की खेती कई तरह की कृषिगत जलवायु में की जा सकती है। हमारे यहां इसकी खेती लगभग पूरे प्रदेश व खासकर वर्षा पर निर्भर क्षेत्रों में की जाती है क्योंकि अरहर की खेती बारिश के मौसम में की जाती है तो इस फसल में कीटों का प्रकोप लगभग रहता ही है।

देसी बीजों के लिए केन्याई कानून के खिलाफ आंदोलन

केन्या के बीज और पौध किस्म अधिनियम की धाराओं के खिलाफ विरोध का स्वर बढ़ता जा रहा है, जो देशी, अप्रमाणित और अपंजीकृत बीजों के आदान-प्रदान पर रोक लगाता है। किसानों और कार्यकर्ताओं ने तर्क दिया है कि ये प्रतिबंध कृषि नवाचार को बाधित करते हैं, खाद्य सुरक्षा को खतरे में डालते हैं और छोटे पैमाने के किसानों के अधिकारों को कमजोर करते हैं।

भारत डेयरी में विश्व नेता बन सकता है?

भारत का डेयरी उद्योग, दशकों के सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र के निवेश और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय भागीदारी से मजबूत होकर, दुनिया में सबसे बड़ा है। 1965 में, राष्ट्रीय डेयरी विकास बोर्ड (NDDB) की स्थापना भारत के ग्रामीण क्षेत्र के विकास के लिए डेयरी को एक साधन में बदलने के लिए की गई थी।