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It would be pragmatic to base the score on an internal assessment during Class XII, with some concessions for the hurdles faced in online learning and digital exams that have marked the academic year affected by the pandemic.

Relook XII scoring formula: Lower XI-score weight, increase XII-internal assessment weight

A common exam, on the lines of the American SAT, has been talked about for year now, but little has…

By The Financial Express

June 21, 2021 06:30 IST

ESG funds are witnessing growing interest in the Indian mutual fund industry.

Navigating the complexities of ESG compliance in India

Environmental, social and governance norms have moved from the margin to the centre-stage

By Guest

June 21, 2021 06:15 IST

Each time the Indian government refrains from acknowledging an arbitration award and challenges it, the country’s reputation for respecting awards takes a knocking.

Govt must respect contracts, arbitral awards

Govt stance on Devas-Antrix arbitration will leave investors with a bitter taste on putting their money in India

By The Financial Express

June 21, 2021 06:00 IST

No shot in the arm for vaccine equity

The closed vaccine value-chain geography prevents egalitarian distribution of vaccines. Such a possibility, which might have come from patent waivers,…

By Amitendu Palit

June 21, 2021 05:45 IST

However, our main concern with the surging rice and sugar exports is on the sustainability front.

From Plate to Plough: How sustainable are our agricultural exports?

High time that policymakers revisit the entire gamut of rice and sugar systems, from MSP/FRP to production and procurement, ensuring…

By Guest

June 21, 2021 05:30 IST

Covid-19 – an inflexion point for e-commerce

This has also been evidenced in marketing support to artisans, and in exports from hinterland supported by e-commerce, and bigger…

By Guest

June 20, 2021 18:28 IST

Inside Track: Sharad Pawar’s meeting with Prashant Kishor and the plan to counter BJP & Congress in next polls

NCP chief Sharad Pawar, reportedly prodded by daughter Supriya Sule, had a three-hour-long meeting with Prashant Kishor.

By Coomi Kapoor

June 20, 2021 06:00 IST

Italy coach Roberto Mancini (Image: Reuters)

Italian Philharmonic: A footballing giant that went into a slumber is roaring again

As a manager, Mancini had won back-to-back Serie A titles with Inter Milan. Then, in 2011-12, he guided Manchester City…

By Shamik Chakrabarty

Updated: June 23, 2021 14:40 IST

In case of establishment strength of more than 1,000 for all those with Rs 15,000 per month salary, only employee's share (12 per cent of wages) is credited by the Government to the EPFO.

Across the Aisle by P Chidambaram: Will we write an elegy for GST?

Enter Ms Nirmala Sitharaman. At every successive meeting of the Council there has been only more conflict, confrontation and, now,…

By P Chidambaram

June 20, 2021 05:30 IST

More than meets the eye: For-profit edtech is impacting education, just not in the conventional way

The present edtech companies have played a key role in increasing the reach of online education. But there is clearly…

By Guest

Updated: August 3, 2021 12:35 IST

Despite their poor record of climate action, the developed world is continuing to shape the narrative. (Representative image)

Inflexion Points: Need a ‘greenprint’ for the economy

Without this, India will become more vulnerable to climate shocks and miss out on tech, funding & market access

By Guest

June 18, 2021 05:30 IST

For instance, Essar Steel India Limited was acquired by Arcelor Mittal India Pvt. Ltd. for Rs. 41,018 crores as against the outstanding dues of Rs. 49,473 crores.

Protecting IBC’s spirit: NCLT focus on confidentiality clause in Videocon Industries resolution welcome

The VIL-Twin Star case draws attention to the fact that creditors, at times, are realising pitifully small amounts—in the Alok…

By The Financial Express

June 18, 2021 05:15 IST

Right now, the Centre can’t afford further trust deficit over vaccines.

Covid-19: On vaccine interval, follow the science

Review of Covishield dose-interval is welcome; to quell controversy, let independent experts appraise evidence cited

By The Financial Express

June 18, 2021 05:00 IST

From RPOs to PDOs: Time to think of Power Decarbonisation Obligations for discoms

Renewable power costs have fallen drastically, obviating need for Renewable Power Obligations.

By Guest

June 18, 2021 04:45 IST

As we head into the 26th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP 26) later this year, pressure on such commitments by countries will increase. (Representative image)

Through the Looking Glass: Attracting large pools of capital for green transition

Large funding requirements in India require support from policymakers to crowd-in private investment from other countries, companies and carbon markets

By Akhilesh Tilotia

June 17, 2021 06:00 IST

However, it is good RBI is calling for all lenders to make the same disclosures so that a price comparison is easier.

On freeing up micro-finance industry space, caution must match intent

The income ceiling for for defining MFI loans, the proposal to free NBFC MFIs from the current cap on spread,…

By The Financial Express

June 17, 2021 05:45 IST

That apart, the antediluvian provisions of the UGC (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020, need to go

Improve Online Access: To make online education impactful, we need to overcome access barriers

Delivery initiatives like course-repository are good

By The Financial Express

June 17, 2021 05:30 IST

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Relook XII scoring formula: Lower XI-score weight, increase XII-internal assessment weight

Navigating the complexities of ESG compliance in India

Govt must respect contracts, arbitral awards

No shot in the arm for vaccine equity

From Plate to Plough: How sustainable are our agricultural exports?

Covid-19 – an inflexion point for e-commerce

Inside Track: Sharad Pawar’s meeting with Prashant Kishor and the plan to counter BJP & Congress in next polls

Italian Philharmonic: A footballing giant that went into a slumber is roaring again

Across the Aisle by P Chidambaram: Will we write an elegy for GST?

More than meets the eye: For-profit edtech is impacting education, just not in the conventional way

Inflexion Points: Need a ‘greenprint’ for the economy

Protecting IBC’s spirit: NCLT focus on confidentiality clause in Videocon Industries resolution welcome

Covid-19: On vaccine interval, follow the science

From RPOs to PDOs: Time to think of Power Decarbonisation Obligations for discoms

Through the Looking Glass: Attracting large pools of capital for green transition

On freeing up micro-finance industry space, caution must match intent

Improve Online Access: To make online education impactful, we need to overcome access barriers

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