Page 18 - Economy & Policy Analysis
Why the genius of Virat Kohli deserves a more rounded appreciation
As we assess one of India's cricketing greats, it is incumbent upon us to offer accounts that are truly biographical. This will only add a shine to Kohli's gleaming star
 "Why the genius of Virat Kohli deserves a more rounded appreciation")
RCEP: By opting out of it, India shows that now it fears the world
PM Modi's decision not to join RCEP is an admission that even the prospect of joining a massive regional trade agreement isn't incentive enough for New Delhi to launch deep economic reforms.
 "RCEP: By opting out of it, India shows that now it fears the world")
Stakeholders meet may give a desired push to India-Bangladesh economic ties
Assam can export about 821 products to Bangladesh that it is currently exporting to other countries
 "Stakeholders meet may give a desired push to India-Bangladesh economic ties")
Why the SC verdict on AGR does not validate Indian telecom licensing regime
It is time to abandon the logic of telecom levies on operator revenues
 "Why the SC verdict on AGR does not validate Indian telecom licensing regime")
Gold likely to move higher in Samvat 2076; make a strategic allocation
While in the near term, gold can remain range-bound as there are various conflicting forces at play, there are triggers that can propel prices higher in the long run
 "Gold likely to move higher in Samvat 2076; make a strategic allocation")
Samvat 2076: Growth revival will be led by consumption sector stress easing
Revival in growth in India will be led by the unwinding of the stress in the consumption sector. Improvement in rural demand from gains in agriculture sector should revive consumption demand
 "Samvat 2076: Growth revival will be led by consumption sector stress easing")
H-1B visa: Why US needs more of India's and China's best and brightest
H-1B workers contribute a lot to innovation and economic dynamism in the US.
 "H-1B visa: Why US needs more of India's and China's best and brightest")
State of the economy: How did we get here and how do we get out of it?
Former Editor, Business Standard, A K Bhattacharya joins Ankur Bhardwaj in this special podcast to talk about the Indian economy
RBI policy: A cut in rate was expected; a cut in GDP growth target was not
The cut in GDP projection for FY20 is curious because it is also an admission that these 135 bps cuts in interest rates will not have a major impact on growth this year
 "RBI policy: A cut in rate was expected; a cut in GDP growth target was not")
Chandrayaan 2: Partial success, ISRO should be proud of what it's achieved
It's important to note that the odds were against anybody pulling off a soft landing at the first attempt
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Ram Jethmalani: Consummate lawyer who lit up every courtroom he graced
Whether it was politics or the courtroom, Jethmalani was never one to shy away from a fight, howsoever unpopular his stand was
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Debt segment presents an interesting investment opportunity: S Naren
The best approach to investing in the current market is through the systematic investment plan (SIP) route. Barring a few names, the broader markets, in general have turned attractive
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Cyclical or structural? Decoding the nature of India's economic slowdown
A slowdown in consumption demand, decline in manufacturing, inability of the IBC to resolve cases in a time-bound manner and rising global trade tension is impacting India, analysts say
 "Cyclical or structural? Decoding the nature of India's economic slowdown")
GDP numbers raise some serious questions about the state of the economy
Low index of industrial production growth coupled with less than 5% growth in corporate sector topline has been indicative of a low economic performance in the quarter
 "GDP numbers raise some serious questions about the state of the economy")
Linking Aadhaar with social media or ending encryption is counterproductive
The need of the hour is sustained research and development of privacy protecting surveillance mechanisms
 "Linking Aadhaar with social media or ending encryption is counterproductive")
FM's announcements show govt is now willing to listen and course-correct
Entrepreneurship thrives only when there are opportunities, an environment without fear (as long as you are operating within the boundaries of law), and availability of finance
 "FM's announcements show govt is now willing to listen and course-correct")
FM's fiscal stimulus can boost consumption ahead of festive season
The FM also promised to accelerate the processes for GST refunds
Criminalisation of 'nothing': India cannot afford more criminal provisions
Being tough on crime requires making intelligent distinctions between conduct that truly threatens the public and conduct that is better handled by fines or civil law
 "Criminalisation of 'nothing': India cannot afford more criminal provisions")
RBI policy: More rate cuts likely ahead as MPC prefers growth to inflation
The MPC has also brought down the projection of GDP growth of 6.9 per cent from 7 per cent, which is not significant but definitely does affect sentiment
 "RBI policy: More rate cuts likely ahead as MPC prefers growth to inflation")
Kashmir: Why amendments to Article 370 may not withstand judicial scrutiny
J&K has not had a govt for months and the Modi govt has consulted the governor who is its own representative. It has effectively consulted itself and it is hard to see how this is legal
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