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Repeal of farm laws: A setback or a step in the right direction?

PM Modi announced scrapping of the controversial farm laws after persistent protests. The govt failed to onboard a section of farmers and caved into political pressure. Let’s analyse what comes next

TMS, Ep 47 – Repeal of farm laws, decline of cable TV, market, cloud kitchen

Repeal of farm laws a setback or a step in the right direction? Why’s the cable TV industry stagnated? Will the market cheer withdrawal of farm laws? What are cloud kitchens? Let’s find the answers

Will Zomato’s new diversification strategy deliver more unicorns?

Soon after its strong public market debut, Zomato said it is investing in companies that can become market leaders in their category. Find out the rationale behind its ‘buy instead of build’ model

Smooth flight or turbulence ahead for India’s airlines?

The aviation sector in India is building up momentum. But after being battered by two waves of Covid-19, is the sector headed for clear skies? Or is there more turbulence ahead? Let’s find the answer

How toxic Delhi air is leaving businesses in the capital gasping for breath

The nip in the air brings pollutants and smoke with it in Delhi. At a time when we are seeing post-pandemic economic rebound, let’s examine how air pollution affects the capital’s business climate

COP26: Is India on the wrong side of climate action?

The UN COP26 climate summit in Glasgow has come to a close and it has been declared a success from the Indian perspective. India got its way through a last-minute change in wording about coal, but has

Haryana’s new job quota law may adversely hit small industries

Facing flak from various quarters, the Haryana government amended its draft bill which sought to reserve 75% of private jobs for its residents. It brought down the salary ceiling to Rs 30,000 from the

Amid RBI’s tough stance, what will be cryptocurrencies’ fate in India?

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has again said that cryptocurrencies pose a threat to India’s financial stability. Amid growing interest, what does the RBI’s tough stance mean for virtual currencies?

Back to the office: New challenges await IT companies as employees return

The IT services industry is slowly opening up offices after a lengthy Covid-induced hiatus. But employees now seen apprehensive about coming back and are raising a new set of demands

Investing in cryptocurrencies, NFT? Soon, you may have to pay 18% GST

While regulatory uncertainty around cryptocurrencies continues, the tax department might be getting ready to tap into this new area. Here's what crypto and NFT investors need to know about taxation

Can star-studded Diwali show bring the sparkle back to cinema halls?

Stars are returning to India’s big screens. In the past year, streaming platforms like Netflix and Hotstar had become the only avenue for producers. But Diwali releases may be reversing the trend

Demonetisation, 5 years on: Key economic indicators paint a mixed picture

Today marks the fifth anniversary of demonetisation. How has the historic event impacted the economy? Let’s take a look at how some of the indicators have progressed since the 2016 ‘note ban’

Markets in Samvat 2078: The biggest themes and drivers for New Year

After a stellar liquidity-driven run in Samvat 2077, how should we expect the markets to behave in Samvat 2078? What will be the broader driving themes, and what will be the risks? Let’s take a look

What credit card spending surge means for the economy

India’s credit card spending is back with a bang. What is driving the surge? Does this indicate a quick economic recovery? What are the lessons we can draw from this trend? Let us take a look

Implications of India emission-reduction targets at COP26

At the COP26, PM Narendra Modi set forth a five-pronged target for India and its commitment to Net-Zero emissions by 2070. What does this mean for the Indian economy and what will be the challenges?

New rules enough to protect genuine business decisions of bankers?

Will new NPA rules be enough to assuage PSBs' concerns? What is Volvo India MD Kamal Bali's glide path to 'net-zero' target? Can jewellery stocks give 100% returns by next Dhanteras? All answers here

What does Shaktikanta Das’ reappointment mean for markets?

A three-year extension for Shaktikanta Das as RBI Governor signals the govt’s endorsement of his policies. Now, what does his extension mean for the markets? This report examines

COP26 Glasgow 2021: What can India hope to achieve?

We examine India’s agenda at COP26 Glasgow 2021 climate change conference, what it hopes to achieve and what are the challenges. The fate of humanity arguably depends on the outcome of COP26

India Inc ready to take on greater risks as demand grows

With Covid seemingly under control, does India Inc have reasons to be confident again? And, is the demand revival broad-based enough to justify positive business sentiment? Let's find out

Why is TCS' share in listed Tata group firms declining so rapidly?

The combined m-cap of all listed Tata firms, excluding TCS, has shot up by 102% this year. This report examines how the fortunes of the Tata group companies are turning around under N Chandrasekaran