A bigger problem is that there is no clear definition of "call drops".
Ahead of the assembly elections next year, the BJP has been wallowing in a welter of ideas that has resurrected the debate on populism versus pragmatism, as it has to pander to two important but incompatible constituencies, of the freebie consuming masses and Bengaluru's heavy hitters craving for even roads, pristine lakes and unbroken power supply, reports Radhika Ramaseshan.
The two major railway unions have proposed to the government an unprecedented alternative to privatisation or inviting foreign investment, to help raise funds and improve revenue.
FMCG, automobile industries say if GST regime kicks in, rail hubs can take Make in India to a new high.
'We have promised to ensure reduced tax rates.'
Lt Governor says discoms must cooperate or face cancellation of licences. Ficci cries interference.
The focus is on tapping all resources, even foreign agencies.
'The fact that housing units worth a whopping Rs 4.5 lakh crore in top seven cities are stuck under various stages of non-completion indicates that there is a dire need to create stress-asset fund which will help bail out lakhs of distressed homebuyers,' says Anuj Puri, Chairman, Anarock Property Consultants, a real estate services company.
Indians want change and progress. They should be willing to accept tough decisions, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
Since many of Modi's urban policies were initiated in Ahmedabad, the city may act as a template to examine what can be expected in a country that is witnessing the biggest migration from rural to urban areas in the world
Real estate sector cheers reforms in the Budget.
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Crony capitalism will of course generate investment and ensure profit for private capital, but it won't give employment or income to the people. If you can make money by selling coal or speculating in land, why produce electricity, why invest in research and development, why even set up factories, asks Praful Bidwai.
This is the joint statement issued by the ministry of external affairs on the visit of US President Barack Obama to India.
What is the road ahead for Rahul Gandhi? Shehzad Poonawalla offers a blueprint.
