It’s the chicken-or-egg situation: Companies are reluctant to invest in chargers until there’s a critical mass of electric vehicles. And some are wary of buying an electric vehicle without better charging options
The financial impact of the new wages definition on the compensation cost, and accordingly any modification to the salary structure or cost to company structure, should be assessed by the employers before implementation of these codes
The IAS really does not have much reason to be disappointed by the remarks of the Prime Minister. Due to the breadth and depth of experience in the states and their long association with politicians, the IAS will continue to enjoy preferences in discretionary appointments
ITC’s cigarette division’s sales in the metro markets remain affected compared to pre-COVID levels even after lockdowns were lifted
Bitcoin isn’t so much a bubble as “the last functioning fire alarm” warning us of some very big geopolitical changes ahead
Despite paying higher tariffs, some customers are unable to secure time-bound shipments. Transportation constraints are weighing on exports
Both players have so far refused to budge from their respective positions. But eventually, one will need to swallow its pride
With zillions of sites in the digital universe, standing out isn’t easy. Finding names that are unique and memorable can be a real challenge.
Contrary to the dark underbelly of the business model practised by Amazon for two decades and its ruthless and predatory practices, the story of The Washington Post under Jeff Bezos’ ownership presents an entirely different picture
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance
Shell’s “total oil production peaked in 2019” and will now drop 1% or 2% annually, the company’s statement read
The current technological lull may be ending. Suddenly, a lot of smart people are writing about many opportunities that look promising
Modi has reasserted that he wishes to go down in history as the harbinger of change. The bureaucracy needs to align its focus with that of the government’s agenda for change
It is not ownership but governance which should impact businesses. Unfortunately, successive governments have not been able to reform the governance mixing it with ownership
The financial sector is growing in size and throwing up opportunities. Billionaires have been quick at spotting them
Here’s a reminder of a possible problem: the overexposure of global investors to the US market and hence to a few huge technology companies
Natural calamities cannot be controlled, but we can better adapt our communities, our constructions, and our resources balancing the economic growth with environmental conservation
How does YS Sharmila build a party in Telangana from scratch? She knows only too well the odds against her. So, why is she posturing? What is her real game?
Adani Ports and Concor gained market share in key business segments last quarter. Recovery in trade and commissioning of dedicated freight corridors can help them maintain volume momentum
The regulator will have to clearly define what qualifies as a glitch for the retail client who may not understand the technicalities involved
Currently nearly 70 percent of the semiconductor chips imported in the country originate from China.
There is more steam left as macroeconomic factors have not played out fully yet, says Venugopal Garre
One of the important revelations in India and across the world this year is the critical role of fiscal policy and the misplaced paranoia over fiscal deficit target numbers
The findings ease concerns that increased emissions of the gas would slow progress in the struggle to repair the ozone layer, which blocks ultraviolet radiation from the sun that can cause skin cancer and damage crops
The incoming CEO’s skills, attitude and global perspective will come in handy as she turns her attention to what could be one of the biggest clean-up jobs of her career
