Central banks must avoid debt-monetizing stigma
Central banks must avoid letting their purchases of government debt be seen as a way to finance spending, rather than an effort to boost growth, a top Bank of Japan official said on Friday.
Sarkozy takes G20 case to Obama as food prices soar
French President Nicolas Sarkozy takes his campaign for greater global food price and currency stability to Washington next week when he seeks Barack Obama's support for France's goals as head of the Group of 20 powers.
Attorneys for Jackson doctor hint at a defense
An attorney for Michael Jackson's doctor on Friday hinted that the pop star may have killed himself with the drug propofol, even as prosecutors tried to bolster their claim the singer's physician committed manslaughter.
Most Americans' 2011 resolution: Jobs
Most Americans made work-related New Year's resolutions this year, be they to try to change jobs or get a raise or promotion at their current workplace, according to a survey released Friday.
India may delay sugar exports to curb inflation
Unrestricted exports of 500,000 tonnes of sugar from India may be delayed, trade and industry sources said on Friday.
Ireland to re-enter debt markets as soon as possible
Ireland will resume borrowing as soon as investors feel more comfortable about its fiscal goals and prospects for other peripheral eurozone countries, the debt management agency said on Friday.
Chennai Open men's singles quarter-final results
Chennai Open men's singles quarter-final results from India on Friday.
Bernanke grows more confident about US recovery
The US economy may finally be hitting its stride even if growth remains too weak to put a real dent in the nation's jobless rate, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said on Friday.
Bulk Deals: Amrit Banaspati ends down 3%
Amrit Banaspati has touched a 52-week low of Rs 108. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 128 and an intraday low of Rs 108. On Friday, the share closed at Rs 109.15, down Rs 3, or 2.67%.
Charity & it's return on investment
Giving to social causes is much like investing your money — the ‘how’ is as important as the ‘how much’.
Investing abroad: Home, risky, home
It is time Indians hedged against the home-country risk and put their money in more affordable markets overseas
Bulk Deals: KLG Systel ends flat
KLG Systel has touched an intraday high of Rs 96.55 and an intraday low of Rs 89.75. On Friday, the share closed quoting at Rs 90.55, down Rs 0.55, or 0.60%.
Wall Street falls on bank worries, jobs report
US stocks lost ground on Friday as financials were hit by a court ruling that voided two home foreclosures and as data showed disappointing jobs growth last month
NAVs end lower as markets plunge
Equity diversified NAVs ended sharply lower with advance:decline ratio of 3:252 as the Equity benchmarks saw a big carnage on Friday and it was the biggest sell-off seen by Dalal Street after a long time, offloading a bit of exposure by foreign institutional investors.
AIG rallies, share sale seen in May
The recapitalisation of bailed-out insurer American International Group Inc is likely to close next week, a personal familiar with the matter said on Friday, as AIG shares touched fresh highs on news it was getting closer to the deal.
ICAI approaches MCA for amendment of CA Act: Sources
CNBC-TV18 learns that the Institute of Charted Accountants of India (ICAI) has approached the Ministry of Company Affairs (MCA) for amendment of the CA Act.
Things to take when you leave: Management tip of the day
It's always in your best interest to leave on good terms when you end a job, despite the temptation to tell everyone what you really think of them, according to Harvard Business Review.
India may drop experience clause for local shipbuiders
India is likely to drop the 'experience' clause for local shipbuilders bidding for state contracts by end-January, opening up more opportunities for smaller players and helping them compete with larger international shipyards, a government official said on Friday.
Tunisian rapper arrested after online protest song
Tunisian police have arrested a rap singer who released a song critical of government policies as protests against President Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali's rule shook the North African nation, his brother said on Friday.
Britain plans mobile spectrum auctions in 2012
Britain plans to auction more radio spectrum in 2012 to mobile telecoms operators who need it to handle increasing amounts of data traffic, communications regulator Ofcom said in a draft annual plan on Friday.
Study suggests economic insecurity boosts obesity
The stress of being exposed to economic insecurity may mean people living in countries with so-called "free market" economies are more likely to become obese, British researchers said on Friday.
Travel Picks: Top 10 ski destinations
For travellers who embrace the snow with sheer dedication, winter is a time to take advantage of all the fresh powder on the ski slopes. Travel website Cheapflights.com offers powder hounds its choices for the top 10 ski destinations.
Frequent reviews cut off-cycle action need: RBI
More frequent policy reviews reduce the need for off-cycle moves and minimise the surprise element, said Reserve Bank of India Governor Duvvuri Subbarao at a conference in New Delhi on Friday.
France needs tough law on industrial spying
France needs tough laws against industrial espionage to defend itself in a "war" for new technology intensified by the hunger of emerging economies like China, a legislator for the ruling UMP party said on Friday.
Sri Lanka, India to relaunch ferry service after 3decades
India and Sri Lanka on Friday signed an agreement to restart sea ferry services shut down for nearly 30 years, the latest sign of resurgent economic ties since the end of Sri Lanka's quarter-century civil war.
