Page 4 - Latest Updates on FDI
FDI in IPO-bound LIC likely to open up fresh scope for disinvestment
NHAI & AAI, which are not registered as companies, also likely to benefit
 "FDI in IPO-bound LIC likely to open up fresh scope for disinvestment")
Cabinet allows up to 20% FDI in IPO-bound LIC under automatic route
The existing FDI policy did not prescribe any specific provision for foreign investment in LIC, which is a statutory corporation established under LIC Act, 1956
 "Cabinet allows up to 20% FDI in IPO-bound LIC under automatic route")
Cabinet allows up to 20% FDI in IPO-bound LIC under automatic route: Report
The initial public offering of over 316 million shares or 5% government stake is likely to hit D-street in March
FDI equity inflows dip 16% during Apr-Dec 2021 to $43.17 bn: Data
FDI equity inflows into India contracted by 16 per cent to $43.17 billion during the April-December 2021 period, according to data
 "FDI equity inflows dip 16% during Apr-Dec 2021 to $43.17 bn: Data")
India received total FDI of $54.1 bn during April-Nov 2021-22
Total FDI comprises equity inflows, reinvested earnings and other capital
 "India received total FDI of $54.1 bn during April-Nov 2021-22")
Government plans to open FDI in space sector: Jitendra Singh
In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Singh said that there are many more startups registered under other categories are also involved in the space domain
 "Government plans to open FDI in space sector: Jitendra Singh")
Union Budget 2022: Approval on FDI policy tweak to facilitate LIC IPO
The industry department will soon seek the approval of the Union cabinet regarding the same
DPIIT to soon approach Cabinet on FDI proposal for LIC: Secretary
DPIIT will soon approach the Cabinet to seek its approval on changes in the FDI policy to facilitate disinvestment of the country's largest insurer LIC, a top government official said on Wednesday.
Eco Survey: Gross FDI inflows moderated to $54.1 bn during Apr-Nov 2021
Net foreign direct investment recorded a lower inflow of USD 24.7 billion and the gross FDI moderated to USD 54.1 billion in April-November 2021 due to sluggish equity investment, the Eco Survey said
 "Eco Survey: Gross FDI inflows moderated to $54.1 bn during Apr-Nov 2021")
Eco Survey 20-21: Foreign direct investment in pharma sees 'sudden spurt'
The increase in foreign investment in the pharma sector in 2020-21 is mainly on account of investments to meet Covid-19-related demands for therapeutics and vaccines, according to the Economic Survey
 "Eco Survey 20-21: Foreign direct investment in pharma sees 'sudden spurt'")
India's great wall for Chinese investors, after 2020 Ladakh conflict
How the government bled China-based FDI after the Ladakh conflict
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FDI flows to India drop 26% in 2021: UNCTAD
Global foreign direct investment flows showed a strong rebound in 2021, up 77% to an estimated $1.65 trn, from $929 bn in 2020, surpassing their pre-Covid level
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Foreign Direct Investment flows to India slip 26% in 2021: UN report
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) flows to India in 2021 were 26 per cent lower, mainly because large M&A deals recorded in 2020 were not repeated, the UN trade body has said.
Pragmatism on investment
India should accept the reality of supply chains
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India considering easing curbs on some Chinese investments: Report
The move is being considered after proposals worth $6 billion were stuck amid the red tape, say sources
 "India considering easing curbs on some Chinese investments: Report")
Govt to review, simplify FDI policy to facilitate LIC IPO: DPIIT secy
LIC IPO: Currently, FDI of 74% is permitted in most Indian insurers. However, the rules don't apply to LIC as it is a special entity created by an act of parliament
CAIT urges Centre to ban 'Chinese' firm Shopee for FDI violations
The traders' body also alleged Shopee of being adopting "predatory pricing tactics", thereby distorting competition in the market
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TMS Ep51: Fertility rate, Sanjeev Bikhchandani, market, FDI vs FPI
Is a dip in fertility bad for economy? Info Edge's Sanjeev Bikhchandani investment plans? What's the sector allocation for a correction-proof portfolio? Difference between FDI & FPI? All answers here
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Only 29 FDI proposals pending for approval as of today: DPIIT secy
The DPIIT Secretary also said those FDI proposals which deserve proper consideration under Press Note 3 (PN3) will be facilitated
What is the difference between FDI and FPI?
Most of us must have heard about FDIs and FPIs, and know that they refer to investments from foreign countries. But what exactly are they? We find out in this report
