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Lots of learnings from BharatNet’s first two phases: Telecom Minister

As significant contracts from the BharatNet broadband coverage programme’s third phase have been announced, Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said that the government was learning from the gaps in the first two phases.




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Industrial output returns to positive trajectory in September

The Index of Industrial Production inched up 0.7% from August levels to touch 146.7, but this was still the second weakest output level since December 2023.




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Natco Pharma Q2 net surges 83% to ₹677 crore on robust growth in formulation exports

Natco Pharma said that the company has shown continued strong growth during the second quarter driven by exports formulation business and stable domestic pharma business




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BCCI tells NCLT that it will move application for withdrawal of insolvency plea against Byju’s

Last month, Supreme Court had set aside a judgement of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) allowing a ₹158 crore settlement between ed-tech firm Byju’s with the BCCI.




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Aurobindo arm CuraTeQ Biologics gets GMP certificate from EMA 

The GMP inspection, conducted by EMA representatives, assessed mammalian and microbial drug substance manufacturing facility sections, prefilled syringes and vials filling, packaging and QC testing and release laboratories.




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Are these ‘Options’ for us?

Market participants generally welcome ‘options’ trading on commodity derivatives but want to know the nitty-gritty




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‘You can’t run a marathon with a fractured leg’

Only when banks are adequately capitalised by the government can they lend




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The business of holidaying

Kavinder Singh on how Mahindra Holidays delivers on its vacation ownership model




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Stop, think, digitise

Don’t look at the technology first but at what delivers the most business impact




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‘Few investors hold equity MFs for 10-15 years’

Investors can benefit from systematic investments to get best returns




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Going against the trend

Contrarian investors share insights on how they play the markets and the pitfalls to be avoided




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Demonetisation and after: Is the digital drive gaining currency?

Months after the note ban, this is how some are moving money in the economy




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How are investors playing the market?

Demonetisation and GST have provided ample opportunities to buy stocks. Did market participants make the most of these?




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Why do they trade in Bitcoins?

Virtual currencies such as bitcoins are seeing growing interest. Is it safe to trade with them? Here’s what investors and traders say




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Losing interest in small savings?

With prompt quarterly revisions in interest rates, small savings schemes are getting unattractive in the current scenario. What are investors doing about it?




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Are digital payments gaining traction?

Non-discretionary categories such as fuel and groceries are seeing dramatic growth




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How has technology helped traders?

We sounded out some market participants to understand how the digital era has changed their lives




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Can farmers get better access to finance?

Samir Shah, MD & CEO of NCDEX, talks about commodity repository and the role it can play in lowering borrowing cost for farmers




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Do online distributors selling direct funds offer better deal?

Clearfunds CEO on how he plans to give best advice at lowest possible cost to investors




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How do global banks view Indian turf?

Hitendra Dave of HSBC India shares his views in a chat with BusinessLine




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Have you planned for festival spends?

Whether it is using an RD or piggy savings, each family has its own way. Here is what some people shared with us




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Why do retirees invest in MFs?

Senior citizens tell Portfolio what draws them to mutual funds despite the investment risks




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How will you fund the iPhone X?

Prospective buyers tell us how they plan to go about it




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How do you get back after a career break?

Women who returned to the job circuit tell us what worked for them




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Should you invest in an NFO?

New fund offers are aplenty. But not all are sound propositions. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind while deciding




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Is sugar in a sweet spot?

Prices will remain in the same range, between ₹3,600 and ₹3,700 per tonne, says Vijay S Banka




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How has life changed after the note ban?

People from different walks of life share their take, a year down the demonetisation path




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How they juggled their babies and business

Meet the women who pursued their passion while being stay-at-home moms




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How are small finance banks faring?

Collections are up and growth is returning to micro finance industry, says Rajeev Yadav




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How do they meet holiday expenses?

Be it saving for a vacation or banking on surplus income, going it alone or through agents, people budget for travel in their own way. Here’s how




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What’s your biggest investment miss?

As 2017 draws to a close, Portfolio sounded out investors on why they missed the bus in some cases




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Will BS VI norms curb pollution?

They will. But BS VI-compliant cars are not expected to be ready by April 2018, says Vikram Kirloskar




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How is life under the GST regime?

This is what businessmen Portfolio talked to had to say