They are worried at more than one forecast of a possibly weak monsoon, reports Dilip Kumar Jha.
Economists caution that the underlying cause could be an alarming drop in demand -- something that's not good for economic growth.
Walking off the field in the face of racist abuse, as AC Milan players did last week, is not the solution to the problem according to FIFA head Sepp Blatter.
Session-wise data indicates small investors have taken money off the table in more sessions than they have pumped in additional capital.
The WPI number follows retail inflation (CPI) data, which had slipped to a record low of 3.78 per cent in July.
On Monday, the biggest gainers in the Sensex pack were Sun Pharma, Bajaj Finance, Vedanta, Yes Bank, Tata Motors, HCL Tech, IndusInd Bank and Kotak Bank, HCL Tech, Infosys and Bajaj Auto.
The inflation crossed doubled digit mark in December at 10.56 per cent, against 9.90 per cent in November.
The new service will travel through 18 countries and each bus will accommodate 20 passengers.
According to the report, going forward, inflationary pressures in some items may increase due to slight improvement in demand.
Union minister Gajendra Shekhawat had alleged that the UPA called off Rafale deal after a private company linked to Vadra was not chosen as a broker.
The Wholesale Price Index-based inflation was (-)4.54% in Sep.
Most economists feel the RBI has room for a 25-basis point cut, having met inflation targets comfortably
The report noted that export volumes are likely to remain sluggish.
Toyota launched the Fortuner brand in the Indian market back in 2009 which went on to become an instant hit.
Sentiments remained bullish as gold rose to a two-week high in overseas markets, gaining with other commodities as the dollar weakened, after the US Congress passed the 'fiscal cliff' deal, easing concern that a recovery in the world's biggest economy may be derailed.
The Hyundai i20 is the classiest looking vehicle of the three -- the Jazz, while not exactly a bad looker, is a bit plain Jane (but, of course, classicists may prefer this aesthetic, says Aakash S Paul. But if you are on the lookout for a combination of space and sporty performance, the new Honda Jazz is the best-suited car for you.
Domestic traffic fell 7.8 per cent in November.
Inflation turned negative for the first time in the week ending June 6. Inflation in the corresponding week last year was 12.38 per cent.
The domestic luxury car segment is a key beneficiary of GST within the automobile space as prices are set to come down by up to ten per cent in most cases. Roland Folger, MD & CEO, Mercedes Benz India, speaks to Shubham Parashar on the significance of these changes on the industry and other issues.
The NuvoSport does a fairly good job of being a seven-seater commuter.
To buy 200,000 tonnes by December but long-term deal prospects stuck on quality concerns; govt to consult labs
The central bank lowered the Statutory Liquidity Ratio -- amount of deposits banks park in government bonds -- by 1 per cent to 23 per cent.
The growth, however, may not indicate a major revival of economic activity.
This is the second week in a row when inflation remained in negative territory. The wholesale price index stood at 11.80 per cent during the corresponding week a year ago.
According to D&B, food price levels might witness a rebound as foodgrain production is estimated to have declined during 2014-15.
The metal has gained Rs 860 in last six trading sessions.
The all-new Land Rover is not just a capable car on different terrains, but also makes for an exceptionally comfortable ride experience, says P Tharyan
In an apparent bid to offset BJP candidate Pragya Thakur's controversial statement against slain IPS officer Hemant Karkare, Modi heaped praises on Mumbai police.
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri said having Eden Hazard in such unstoppable form makes winning "easy" but appears almost resigned to losing him.
Devangshu Datta believes you should pick stocks trading at much lower valuations than the market average.
Analysts see a silver lining in banking.
Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday.
Since last month, the realty (down 23%), auto (down 16%) and finance (down 14%) indices have underperformed the market by falling over 13%, as against 8% decline in the benchmark indices
Reliance, Bharti's response to Ahmedabad's space crunch.
However, some analysts say RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan may delay the rate cuts amid mounting concerns over the government's fiscal health.
GST rate cut for real-estate, income transfer scheme, farm loan waivers execution and recapitalisation of PSU banks have the potential to boost India's growth in a few months, says Neelkanth Mishra.
Retail inflation measured by the consumer price index has risen sharply across food and non-food constituents, including services, keeping inflation expectations high, the Reserve Bank of India said in its Second Quarter Review of Monetary Policy 2013-14.
General Motors India on Monday launched a new variant of Chevrolet Tavera priced at Rs 599,000.
Priced at Rs 80.40 lakh, the GLS is definitely better-looking, better-equipped, and a more likeable version of an already successful full-sized luxury SUV
The rich haven't gotten richer--or poorer--this year.
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