Subhayan Chakraborty, Archis Mohan And Indivjal Dhasmana

Stories by Subhayan Chakraborty, Archis Mohan And Indivjal Dhasmana

Many MPs not keen to donate funds to PM CARES

Many MPs not keen to donate funds to PM CARES

Rediff.com   2 Apr 2020

Many feel that the money from their MPLADS should go directly to a district hospital in their respective constituencies rather than a central fund like PM CARES. Archis Mohan reports.

'When people are about to die of hunger, you have to step in big time'

'When people are about to die of hunger, you have to step in big time'

Rediff.com   1 Apr 2020

'Most of the measures the finance minister announced will take effect after the lockdown.' 'By that time, millions of people will be starving.'

The coronavirus flight: How Indians helped Indians

The coronavirus flight: How Indians helped Indians

Rediff.com   29 Mar 2020

Bureaucratic insensitivity gave way to compassion with the state administration, police and passersby joining forces to help the stream of Indians fleeing Delhi.

Customs allows e-clearance for moving laptops

Customs allows e-clearance for moving laptops

Rediff.com   27 Mar 2020

The Customs clearance required for moving equipment like laptops, desktops, etc out of SEZ units was delaying things as the clearance had to be taken in person after a first level of approval online.

Coronavirus: India Inc's 5-point wishlist for Modi

Coronavirus: India Inc's 5-point wishlist for Modi

Rediff.com   24 Mar 2020

Business leaders, among others, ask govt to let go of fiscal target, seek stimulus, and direct cash transfer.

'We are being told a server crash stalled the ATMs'

'We are being told a server crash stalled the ATMs'

Rediff.com   7 Mar 2020

Across Yes Bank branches, the busiest people were the relationship managers, trying to soothe nerves. Many were seen advising clients the situation was only temporary and that their money was safe.

How MNC arms can settle their transfer pricing disputes

How MNC arms can settle their transfer pricing disputes

Rediff.com   3 Mar 2020

Under the Vivad se Vishwas scheme, the MNCs will have to bring in disputed amount to India, else, the entire money will be considered as loan from subsidiaries on which interest will have to be paid.

Have traders lost faith in Modi government?

Have traders lost faith in Modi government?

Rediff.com   2 Mar 2020

CAIT has attributed its displeasure to the economic downturn, and indifferent attitude of ministers/officials towards domestic trade.

GST collection crosses Rs 1-trn mark for the fourth month in a row in Feb

GST collection crosses Rs 1-trn mark for the fourth month in a row in Feb

Rediff.com   2 Mar 2020

The mop-up could have been much higher, but tax on imports fell 2 per cent y-o-y.

Coronavirus: India mulls imposing duties on Chinese imports

Coronavirus: India mulls imposing duties on Chinese imports

Rediff.com   1 Mar 2020

The issue is set to be discussed early next week as the commerce department meets with industry bodies to discuss the widening supply gap for key imports.

Major boost for electronic giants, as SEZs clear local sourcing test

Major boost for electronic giants, as SEZs clear local sourcing test

Rediff.com   27 Feb 2020

While 100 per cent FDI is allowed in single-brand retail, if the foreign investment exceeds 51 per cent, the 30 per cent mandatory local sourcing norm kicks in.

India to go slow on trade deal with US

India to go slow on trade deal with US

Rediff.com   27 Feb 2020

Trump had said a comprehensive trade agreement with India would take much longer to finalise than earlier expected.

Coronavirus: Over 50,000 Indians stuck in China

Coronavirus: Over 50,000 Indians stuck in China

Rediff.com   14 Feb 2020

While many are getting stranded because of lack of clarity regarding the visa rules following the novel coronavirus outbreak, others are stranded in transit as even OCI cardholders are being turned away

12 urgent ways to decriminalise business offences

12 urgent ways to decriminalise business offences

Rediff.com   10 Feb 2020

Covering 37 different legislations such as the Partnership Act of 1932, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, and laws on environmental protection, consumer protection and labour interests, the recommendations have been shared with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

Panel to examine fiscal, debt situation likely

Panel to examine fiscal, debt situation likely

Rediff.com   7 Feb 2020

The panel may include or seek inputs from former RBI Governor Urjit Patel, former chief economic advisor Arvind Subramanian, Sajjid Chinoy of the PM-EAC, Rathin Roy, among others.

How govt plans to tighten the screws on imports

How govt plans to tighten the screws on imports

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2020

A string of measures includes specific provisions in rules governing anti-dumping, safeguards, and basic Customs duties.

Budget 2020: Govt clarifies on NRI tax

Budget 2020: Govt clarifies on NRI tax

Rediff.com   3 Feb 2020

The ministry said it was an anti-abuse provision amid growing instances of NRIs shifting their stay in low or no-tax jurisdiction to avoid tax payment in India.

The most important number in Sitharaman's 2nd Budget

The most important number in Sitharaman's 2nd Budget

Rediff.com   29 Jan 2020

The numbers become all the more important because actual tax collections fell short by Rs 1.91 trillion compared to what was projected in 2018-19. Besides, the Budget for FY20 did not give actual figures for 2018-19, but the revised numbers given in the interim Budget.

Bengal becomes 4th state to pass anti-CAA resolution

Bengal becomes 4th state to pass anti-CAA resolution

Rediff.com   28 Jan 2020

Kerala, Punjab and Rajasthan are the other three states to pass a resolution opposing the contentious legislation, reports Archis Mohan.

Exporters want Budget to address slow tax refunds

Exporters want Budget to address slow tax refunds

Rediff.com   25 Jan 2020

With exporters' claim for over five months still pending, liquidity has been wiped out and the process of finalising new contracts has been held up.