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"I am an academic and I have always made it clear that my ultimate home is in the realm of ideas," Rajan said in a letter to staff.
oreign Policy magazine named him as one of the world's top 100 global thinkers in 2011.
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After touching a high of Rs 32,01/10g in October 2013, gold prices fell to a low of Rs 26,900/10g in June
Most buyers are forced to back off in the face of delays because of the appreciation of the property.
The progress of the GST Bill in Parliament is also likely to remain in focus
In advanced economies, growth is strongest in the United States, says IMF.
A smart grid is an electrical grid, which includes a variety of operational and energy measures, including smart meters, smart appliances, renewable energy resources and energy-efficiency resources.
The right sequence would be to gradually reduce SLR
Market breadth depicted gains with 1,476 advances over 1,403 declines on the BSE. 140 stocks remained unchanged.
Chinese equipment contracts had been given by many public sector undertakings and government companies for their networks, even in sensitive places such as the north east.
Bupa and Axa have already declared their intention to raise stakes.
While such buying could indicate confidence in the business, investors should do a comprehensive evaluation before getting into the stock.
Several factors have held India back. One is DoT policy somersaults and lack of clarity on whether to or not to ban Chinese gear makers.
Our true nature is tranquillity; that is how we are; we need to shed away what we are not and whatever is causing stress, advises spiritual coach Modmonk Anshul.
Draft prospectus to be filed next week; second trust, with Panchshil, in a few months
The appointment followed the resignation of Nikos Kardassis on June 7 after he served two terms as CEO between 1993-1999 and again from October 2009 till May 2013.
The idea is to incorporate global best practices in the Indian context.
Most expect these bubbles to break in short order and cause serious financial pain to anyone who's foolhardy enough to remain invested in financial assets.
Narayan Murthy says the software industry has boosted the international image of India like no other sector.
Instead of targeting global imbalances per se, the narrative must change to the structure and direction of such asymmetries.
Don't let knotty financial issues weaken your marital bond. Heavy liabilities of one partner have the potential to sour a new relationship. So, develop a plan for how you will deal with these.
'Swachh Bharat Cess imposed last year should be made broad-based.' 'Budget should be predominantly economy/ business-oriented and problem-solving rather than political consideration-based.'
The results will give an indication whether Nilekani would continue with the software plus services strategy adopted by Sikka, or tweak it to reflect his worldview of the explosion in data.
Most borrowers of loans against property pin hopes on future cash flows from their business, but in case of failure to repay the loan, the lender can repossess the property and sell it.
The company is to act as an ISP across rural areas for local entrepreneurs.
Payments banks are niche banks which will be allowed to function with several restrictions.
'This novel format of diplomacy -- the informal summit -- will not only facilitate bilateral communication and reduce miscalculations at the very top level of the two governments, but possibly open the space for China and India to speak in one voice on various issues of mutual concern,' note Feng Renjie and Ding Kun Lei
The UK India Business Council expects more emphasis to be put on improving bilateral economic ties.
Previous peak in 2010 crossed in first five-and-a-half months this year.
The panel will be asked to give report by March-April next year.
The transaction - the second one in less than a year - is seen as an effort to restore investor faith in the company following a dismal performance by its UK subsidiary, Jaguar Land Rover Automotive.
Dahiya's first internet-based venture to sell insurance failed, but he was convinced digital was the future
Technology, not just cost, is key to IT's future.
Substantial gains can still be made with good policies and initiatives.
Code-named Pelican, bigger hatchback with new petrol and diesel engines may hit the road next year.
What is required from government is intellectual framework.
If a name does not unify the three, there could be continued clash of identities, which could splinter the brand even before it takes shape, say Abhijit Lele and Nikhat Hetavkar.