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How will RBI handle the huge cash deposits?

How will RBI handle the huge cash deposits?

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

Even if RBI partially replaces the stock of the high value notes, RBI will have to incur thousands of crores of rupees in cost, say economists.

Sensex to rebound 10% by December on economic optimism

Sensex to rebound 10% by December on economic optimism

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

The Sensex will then rally further and end 2016 at 28,000, according to the median forecast of 50 analysts polled in the past week.

India must fight corruption to ensure global competitiveness

India must fight corruption to ensure global competitiveness

Rediff.com15 Sep 2014

The overall rank has been propped by the third criteria of innovation and sophistication, which have ranks of 59 and 57 respectively.

Infrastructure companies' debt woes worsen

Infrastructure companies' debt woes worsen

Rediff.com14 Jun 2015

Power generation and distribution is the most indebted sector

A month later, India Inc's still grappling with GST

A month later, India Inc's still grappling with GST

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Experts said the slowdown could be attributed to adjustments leading to destocking and the offering of discounts by companies as the government ushered in the new indirect taxation system on July 1.

Soaring fuel prices to make food, transport costlier

Soaring fuel prices to make food, transport costlier

Rediff.com9 Sep 2018

With fuel being the main input cost for the transport sector, rise in cost of operations is a given. The sector is unsure on the extent of being able to pass this on through rentals or to absorb it with higher volumes.

The curious case of GDP discrepancies

The curious case of GDP discrepancies

Rediff.com2 Jun 2016

This time there has been a rather peculiar criticism of the latest GDP numbers.

The problem with India's tough stand on H1-B visa

The problem with India's tough stand on H1-B visa

Rediff.com10 May 2017

Amid hints that the government might be exploring capping royalty payments by India-based subsidiaries to US companies, experts warn Subhayan Chakraborty why such a move will only hurt the Indian economy.

Achche din for India's infrastructure sector is miles away

Achche din for India's infrastructure sector is miles away

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

An analyst says, due to excess capacity, investment in manufacturing will not be forthcoming

5 reasons why markets are likely to remain volatile in Samvat 2075

5 reasons why markets are likely to remain volatile in Samvat 2075

Rediff.com6 Nov 2018

The next 12 months will be quite challenging marked by uncertain political events and evolving macroeconomic scenario

Jobs are growing only in big firms, smaller ones continue to downsize

Jobs are growing only in big firms, smaller ones continue to downsize

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

More than 40% of the companies surveyed showed job contraction in FY18, says a report by CARE Ratings

In a relief to farmers, Skymet predicts normal monsoon

In a relief to farmers, Skymet predicts normal monsoon

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

Skymet said the monsoon this year could be 100 per cent of the long period average (LPA) with a model error of plus and minus 5 per cent.

New jobs: IT sector shines, manufacturing lags

New jobs: IT sector shines, manufacturing lags

Rediff.com20 Oct 2015

From January-March this year, 64,000 jobs were created in eight crucial sectors of the economy.

Biggest challenge facing Modi 2.0

Biggest challenge facing Modi 2.0

Rediff.com24 May 2019

The incoming government will have to encourage private investments, bring down cost of capital

Should you exit gold investment in 2014?

Should you exit gold investment in 2014?

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

Gold companies have started reducing production. This implies that gold prices will not go on a free fall anytime soon

GDP or GVA: Which shows India's real economic growth?

GDP or GVA: Which shows India's real economic growth?

Rediff.com2 Sep 2015

CRISIL chief economist D K Joshi is of the opinion that GDP is an indicator of the health of the economy.

2017 was best year for equities in 3 years

2017 was best year for equities in 3 years

Rediff.com30 Dec 2017

In absolute terms, the year closed with the market capitalisation of all BSE-listed companies rising by Rs 45.5 lakh crore to Rs 152 lakh crore, or an increase of 42.8 per cent, compared to the closing value on December 30, 2016, says Pavan Burugula.

Waves of global protectionism may nix 'Make in India' dream

Waves of global protectionism may nix 'Make in India' dream

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

Saudi Arabia is insisting on 'In Kingdom' total value-addition requirements

Why food prices won't go up in near future

Why food prices won't go up in near future

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

The Consumer Price Index hit the lowest in six months in March at 4.83 per cent.

Why meeting Budget's commitment on MSP is not easy

Why meeting Budget's commitment on MSP is not easy

Rediff.com16 Apr 2018

From NITI Aayog to industry leaders to the Reserve Bank of India, all are apprehensive that any major increase in MSP, following the 2018-19 Budget announcements, would push up prices, if not immediately, in the next six to eight months after the decision is taken.

Union Budget may toe the line on pay panel proposals

Union Budget may toe the line on pay panel proposals

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

The finance minister may stagger some of the recommendations.

'Growth will fall to 6.7% in Jan-Mar'

'Growth will fall to 6.7% in Jan-Mar'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2018

Slight recovery in growth is expected only in July-September.

After cash pain, some cashless gain

After cash pain, some cashless gain

Rediff.com12 Dec 2016

Ways on how consumers can maximise benefits.

Has RBI underestimated the slowdown in economic activity?

Has RBI underestimated the slowdown in economic activity?

Rediff.com9 Dec 2016

Most analysts expect the note ban to sharply hit GVA growth in Q3 and Q4, and the central bank's stance is being called into question.

Govt to raise grain stock reserve

Govt to raise grain stock reserve

Rediff.com18 Dec 2013

Cabinet note being readied, on basis of study, to ensure against foodgrain shortage; might require buffer of up to 50% more.

Demonetisation to hit short term economic growth

Demonetisation to hit short term economic growth

Rediff.com10 Nov 2016

Significant portion of the funds used to fuel urban demand have become illegal and inoperative.

Inflation projections: Experts agree with RBI

Inflation projections: Experts agree with RBI

Rediff.com31 Oct 2013

Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council (PMEAC) Chairman C Rangarajan may have found the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s inflation projections on the higher side, but independent experts agree with the central bank and expect both wholesale and retail prices to remain high.

Has currency in circulation reached a new normal?

Has currency in circulation reached a new normal?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2017

With weekly additions slowing, it's likely that demand could be slackening

Why advance GDP estimates won't fully capture note ban effect

Why advance GDP estimates won't fully capture note ban effect

Rediff.com4 Jan 2017

Much of the Q3 data will simply not be available for the CSO to factor in its calculation.

Moderate inflation a passing phase: Economists

Moderate inflation a passing phase: Economists

Rediff.com17 Nov 2014

A monsoon deficit is likely to affect the agriculture output, which could have an impact on the food inflation

Mystery of India's employment figure

Mystery of India's employment figure

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

Most employment surveys suffer from drawbacks such as limited data coverage, infrequent data collection, and time lag

6.22 million additional jobs were created in 2017-18

6.22 million additional jobs were created in 2017-18

Rediff.com26 Apr 2018

The payroll estimates, released by the EPFO based on its enrolment, threw up some contrasting trend between September 2017 and February 2018.

Why FDs are still the most popular saving options

Why FDs are still the most popular saving options

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

The interest rate on FDs hasn't changed much over the years.

Modi-India Inc meet: A move to boost confidence amid crisis

Modi-India Inc meet: A move to boost confidence amid crisis

Rediff.com8 Sep 2015

The meeting will focus on how to make the crisis an opportunity for India.

Dark clouds over India's growth engines

Dark clouds over India's growth engines

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Small and medium enterprises have been struggling to raise bank credit even as they have been powering India's manufacturing growth in recent years.

Was RBI right to let the rupee slide?

Was RBI right to let the rupee slide?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2018

Can we find fault with RBI for not intervening enough in the market? Actually no, say some experts. A correction in rupee was long overdue.

Banks' nightmare: Rs 5.65 lakh cr in corporate debt may go up in smoke

Banks' nightmare: Rs 5.65 lakh cr in corporate debt may go up in smoke

Rediff.com25 Dec 2015

67 companies with total debt of Rs 5.65 lakh cr were either loss-making or didn't generate enough profit to cover interest cost in FY15

8/11 and after: The going won't be easy for some more time

8/11 and after: The going won't be easy for some more time

Rediff.com31 Dec 2016

The bigger worry is that its effects could linger well into the next financial year.

April-May fiscal deficit exceeds 45% of FY15 estimate

April-May fiscal deficit exceeds 45% of FY15 estimate

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

In the run-up to the Union Budget, expected to be presented on July 10, this paints a grim picture for Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.

Is the worst over for the Indian markets?

Is the worst over for the Indian markets?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

The markets gained nearly 7 per cent in the 4 trading sessions of March.