As other sectors are not doing well, the industry can help to boost numbers.
After lower proceeds from 2G spectrum auctioning, economists question if government can meet the fiscal deficit target.
Note proposes more checks, transparent data bank in land sale or lease.
According to the figures released on October 31, the deficit till September had inched down to 65.6 per cent of the budget estimate for 2012-13, compared with 65.7 per cent till August.
The prime minister's scientific advisory council had advocated introduction of GM crops in India, but under strict regulatory mechanism.
Analysts warn that complying with the new standards will be a cumbersome process for companies, particularly smaller ones.
To buy 200,000 tonnes by December but long-term deal prospects stuck on quality concerns; govt to consult labs
Investor confidence, in general, in the world is weak and that has spilled over in India.
Food Min says decision on Rangarajan panel's report in a time bound manner.
While many experts said the suggestion would go a long way in bringing down the annual food subsidy expenditure, they doubt the feasibility of the idea.
Despite rising subsidy bill, says fuel price action and other steps in contemplation would keep it at 5.3% of GDP, not more
The tide of the global economy has again turned to anti-growth in general.
Planning Commission Deputy Chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia on Monday pegged India's growth this financial year at 6.5-7 per cent. He added the country had taken various steps to boost investment, the results of which would be seen in six months.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Saturday asked European countries to take firm steps to fix the continent's financial mess, which was hitting India's economic growth and dampening global markets.
The growth, below the long-term trend of about 3-3.3 per cent, prompted many experts to question the policy of over-emphasis on cereals.
Corporations and business associations must strengthen their direct communications and consultations with citizens - and earn the trust of society.
Usually, the annual monsoon forecast is released around mid-April.
Developers say an increase in the FSI was long due, given the scarcity of land, but stress the need for stronger infrastructure to support such high-rise buildings.
Like the previous two plans, the 12th five-year Plan (2012-17) also officially began without a final document in place.
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