Hackers are on the prowl. The SolarWinds Hack beats them all
It’s the modus operandi that stood out as the group waited patiently to strike and did not try to attack targets directly
All you need to know about SPAC–the latest vehicle for fund raising in the US
For retail investors, SPAC offers an opportunity to invest in a company at the pre-IPO stage, an area which was the domain of private equity players and big investors
Cost control key to success of local power gear
Manufacturing zones must ensure that power equipment are competitively priced so that there is no additional strain on energy tariff
Future of hugely ambitious railways national plan is wide open
The aim is to increase not just the Indian Railways' share of the total freight offered in the country, but also increase the total footprint of the railways in the economy
Why there is popular support for farm laws
A News18 poll shows that majority of respondents support reforms, believe that a repeal of farm laws is uncalled for and that farmers should compromise.
A booster shot for business and markets
A successful vaccination programme with quick nationwide coverage is what the economy needs
How to read India's comeback into the US Treasury's currency manipulator watch list
The watch list tag will only change RBI’s forex stance at the margin. Still, it may keep RBI somewhat guarded on aggressive forex intervention if capital flows continue to flood Indian shores, and thus could be mildly positive for the rupee.
MPC minutes show unease over persistence of excess liquidity
Some MPC members have started to discuss the pernicious effects of too much liquidity and its effect on inflation.
Technology to transform health systems: What has the COVID-19 pandemic taught us?
Every country should rationally look at options to boost local manufacturing capacity for essential medical products and smaller nations can evaluate possibilities for maintaining strategic stockpiles.
Accenture’s rising utilisation levels indicate a familiar challenge ahead for the IT sector
Accenture’s latest results indicate a strong demand recovery. Order inflows have jumped and it expects strong bookings in the current quarter as well
Govt should help industry in reducing cost of doing business, says Siemens MD & CEO
The MD & CEO of Siemens Ltd feels that the biggest challenge for global supply chains is to manage costs and stay competitive.
2020: The K-shaped year
The coronavirus pandemic has brought into focus the duality and contradictions in the system
COVID-19 | Test, trace, vaccinate should be the mantra
When COVID-19 vaccines become available in India, with correct scientific information, along with clear and coherent policies for the vaccine, high level of acceptance of the vaccines can be easily expected in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s positive signal to farmers to hear and clear their woes
Farmers should take the PM's call to discuss all their concerns. By offering to discuss, Narendra Modi has opened up the door for those willing to find a solution to the current stalemate
The Reading List: December 18, 2020
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance
Farm Reforms | PM Narendra Modi’s reassurance to farmers comes at the right time
Intervention from the highest level should assuage the concerns of the protesting farmers. Now, a breakthrough in talks is expected, and the true potential of the farm reforms will be realised
How the US economy is actually doing
As some companies report enormous profits, nearly 10 million more Americans are now unemployed compared with last February
Google’s legal peril grows in face of third antitrust suit
The cascade of lawsuits against Google, which the company says it will fight in court, are indicative of the growing backlash against the largest tech companies
Foreign Affairs | Why a US-India trade deal is still elusive
There is absolutely no commonality in behavioural approach between the two sides, India and the United States, towards negotiating any trade deal
Without much delay, Punjab and Haryana will have to diversify from wheat and rice cycles
The three farm laws would have already made it clear to farmers of Punjab and Haryana that they have no option but accept the reality of the beginning of the end of unlimited procurement
Farmers' protest | Time for reforms, give procurement and redistribution to states
If the situation of blockade continues, the central government may need to amend the law to delegate not just the MSP but also the process of procurement to the states.
Foreign investors dash into emerging markets at swiftest pace since 2013
Money is expected to continue pouring into the asset class in 2021, with several analysts forecasting a bumper year of inflows
Interview | Sales growth outlook is good, but inflation may be a near-term concern: Amit Syngle, Asian Paints CEO
We are seeing strong demand from metros and tier-1 cities. This has been a very big accelerator, and now demand is coming back to pre-Covid levels, says Amit Syngle, MD and CEO, Asian Paints
Could inflation spoil the party in the asset markets?
A rise in inflation could be the one thing that would force central banks to start tightening
