Microfinance sector makes a strong comeback Apart from the favourable economic environment, the MFI sector also benefitted from the revised regulatory framework issued by the Reserve… By GuestNovember 7, 2023 21:25 IST
Failing the ‘smell’ test: BoB app fiasco is another example of why banks need to take governance systems more seriously The curbs were lifted after almost 15 months. By The Financial ExpressNovember 7, 2023 05:00 IST
Why pay for online privacy? We should not have to pay for online services to keep our private information safe Meanwhile, our personal data is being compromised, stolen, and leaked with disturbing regularity. By GuestNovember 7, 2023 04:30 IST
Israel-Hamas crisis: Tech alone can’t protect the borders Technology is essential to border management. But, as the events of October 7 show, a delicate balance between its use… By GuestNovember 7, 2023 04:00 IST
India’s energy security at risk: How geopolitical conflicts could impact oil imports and renewable energy transition If the conflict drags on like the Russia-Ukraine war, India might need to explore import alternatives. By GuestNovember 6, 2023 03:45 IST
Don’t let sectoral laws dilute IBC The list of exemptions would keep getting longer, weakening the moratorium rationale. By GuestNovember 6, 2023 03:30 IST
Food as a right Stagnant income levels are to be blamed for open-ended food subsidy; review of beneficiary pool can’t wait. By The Financial ExpressNovember 6, 2023 03:00 IST
Inside track by Coomi Kapoor: BJP’s response to fresh challenges and opposition dynamics As the general elections approach, the government is interacting more frequently with the RSS. This month, party president J P… By Coomi KapoorNovember 5, 2023 03:30 IST
Ringside view: 50-over format a test of skill and endurance While a T20 is a one-tempo game and provides a sensory overload, a 50-over ODI has several layers and stages… By Tushar BhaduriNovember 5, 2023 03:15 IST
Across the aisle by P Chidambaram: “I cannot change my caste” Caste may not be annihilated, but caste-identity and caste-affinity can be weakened by sustained effort. If common citizens and social… By P ChidambaramNovember 5, 2023 03:00 IST
Policies to boost non-fuel mining haven’t yielded results; huge job and value creation potential is still squandered In the five years to FY23 marred by Covid, value creation in the “mining and quarrying” sector hardly grew, while… By The Financial ExpressNovember 4, 2023 05:00 IST
Merit is the DNA of success; Calibre trumps lineage, the rich legacies of ‘business communities’ notwithstanding The legacy of community-based economic achievements should be acknowledged, but not necessarily be made into some sort of playbook. By GuestNovember 4, 2023 04:30 IST
Millets are currently targeted at the rich, urban buyer while they can benefit the rural poor the most. The govt must procure more and make them part of the PDS The top priority should be to ensure competitive millet production for farmers. By GuestNovember 4, 2023 04:00 IST
Iran’s Ingress into Latin America: Decoding the Intent Iran’s presence in Latin America has been intensified by the desire of these countries to move away from dependence on… By GuestNovember 3, 2023 15:01 IST
Hold the champagne: Markets may be hoping for an end to Fed’s rate hike cycle, but that may not be the case The commentary makes it clear the Fed is not thinking of rate cuts anytime soon. By The Financial ExpressNovember 3, 2023 05:00 IST
Don’t romanticise hard work: It’s better to focus on the 20% work that produces 80% of your results At the end of the day, the question to ask is this: While it’s good to feel busy, is the… By Shyamal MajumdarNovember 3, 2023 04:30 IST
Beyond arm of law: If stake consolidation by company in its unlisted subsidiary happens at extreme valuation, there may be need for greater scrutiny than what law provides for Companies operate through a large network of subsidiary companies for various strategic and regulatory reasons. By GuestNovember 3, 2023 04:00 IST
Secure personal data: The state-sponsored hacking alert saga should prompt both govt and Apple to more proactive The vague response by Apple on the reasons behind the alerts is certainly troubling and calls for more comprehensive and… By The Financial ExpressNovember 2, 2023 05:00 IST
7 Photos Independence Day: Beating Retreat ceremony held at Attari-Wagah border – Photos 2 years agoAugust 16, 2023
