Indian Economy's Performance – Life after Demonetization..
Indian Economy seems to have braved the impact of demonetisation reasonably well, as per the figures released by MOSPI today. GDP records a growth of 7% for quarter ended Dec’16,…
Wind Power – Gain With The Wind…!
The completion of auction for wind power at record tariff of less than Rs 3.5 per unit marks a new beginning for wind power, close on the heels of gains…
Startups – The Churn Continues..
The startup ecosystem continues to face grave challenges resulting in huge layoffs and closing down. The latest in the list is layoffs at Snapdeal and closing down of stayzilla, a…
Understanding Shell Companies…
The recent decision of the government, with the direct involvement of the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), to crack down on shell companies brings focus on the operation of these companies.…
Resolving NPAs – Understanding Asset Rehabilitation Agency..
NPAs of the banking sector, especially the public sector continue to remain high, estimated at about 12% for PSBs. While various measures have been taken to resolve the issue, none…
Analysing India's External Debt…
Even though rising level of forex reserves continues to get the limelight, a data not looked at adequately is the rising level of external debt. Over last ten years, India’s…
India's Space Odyssey…
The successful launch of as many as 104 satellites in one go, the maximum so far in the world, is another big feather in the ISRO’s (Indian Space Research Organisation)…
Vodafone-Idea Merger Proposal – The Rationale..
The confirmation by Vodafone Plc recently that it is in talks with Idea Cellular for potential merger of Vodafone India is another big churn in the Indian Telecom sector. While…
Economic Survey Highlights..
The Economic Survey, presented just a day before the Budget, loses the attention it deserves in the din of Budget. However, the Report, nothing less than a holy book for…
Understanding GAAR (General Anti-Avoidance Rules)..
Consider a situation where a foreign entity provides loan to an Indian company and receives interest which is not fixed but linked to profits. Or consider a treaty between India…