Policy

Policy | Cooperative federalism is the need to the hour, but it’s missing

The Centre has come to commandeer too much of resources through centrally-sponsored schemes over the formulation of which the states have no say. These schemes are implemented by the states but the Centre takes credit for them.

Govt should not go out of the way to please new promoters under IBC

Bidders are asking for immunity from any past financial misdeeds, but the government should draw the line.

Prime Minister’s green power pledge is fine, but it’s a tough ask

Implementation of the goal may not be that easy as renewable energy is costly and the sector is facing headwinds.

Policy | Sixty years on, India still trying to get its agricultural credit act right

Perhaps the most important recommendation of the committee to take forward reforms, which will ease the flow of institutional agricultural credit, is to take the states on board

Policy | Uday 2.0 – Will it make the end consumer more powerful?

The government is proposing to build dis-incentives in the form of denying loans and grants for discoms that do not set their house in order and reduce losses.

Satyam mess: Who will audit the auditors? The question stays

SAT gives SEBI a jurisdiction lesson, but then contradicts itself by upholding the disgorgement order

SAT order on PwC a wake-up call for SEBI over jurisdiction

SAT ruling is a clear reminder that institutions here have still not been clearly defined with regard to their power.

Policy | How well has the Mudra scheme worked?

Mudra and Kisan Credit Card schemes need to be examined more closely for potential credit risk.

From demographic dividend to population explosion: How India squandered its human capital advantage

Population growth cannot be used as a strawman  target to cover up policy failures on other fronts such as protecting natural resources and the environment.

Policy | SC verdict cheers homebuyers, but is it too early to join the party?

Homebuyers are now on par with financial creditors in the IBC scheme of things, but they are still sandwiched between secured and operational creditors

Policy | National Medical Commission: You win some, you lose some

The new medical body promises to redefine the way healthcare is practised in India. But then, it’s not without its share of scepticism.

Indian Army goes the ‘electric’ way in Delhi

The Army’s green effort aims at ensuring “economy, efficiency and minimal emissions”

Yamuna floodplain: How Delhi plans to store flood water

The pilot project aims to create a reservoir between Palla and Wazirabad in Delhi to deal with water shortage in the capital.

New life insurance policy rules: Here's how they impact you

There have also been some changes in the minimum sum assured of linked and non-linked products.

Budget 2019| Cash withdrawals from banks above Rs 1 crore will be taxed

This will enable wider use of electronic payments, a high-priority area for the government in wake of the demonetisation exercise and clamp down on tax dodgers.

Budget 2019| Massive railway station modernisation programme to be launched this year: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

She said railway infrastructure would need an investment of Rs 50 lakh crore between 2018 and 2030 and PPP will be used to unleash faster development and delivery of passenger freight services.

Sector AgeNDA | Mining: Government needs to untie the many knots holding back growth

Mining has the potential to create jobs, support industrial growth and lower the trade deficit. But the government needs to pick up the slack to spur growth

Building on Wilbur Ross's recent visit, USTR delegation may meet Commerce Ministry officials next week

"Continuing the ongoing process of discussions and talks, USTR officials are expected to come down next week to take forward the talks held last week," a senior government official told Moneycontrol.

Policy Pulse | How express mobility can improve the ease of doing business

As India is implementing trade facilitation and is trying to improve ease of doing business, it is important to amend the 2010 regulation and allow the entry of perishable cargo through the fast track route.

Old debt restructuring schemes like S4A may be brought back: Govt official

"Supreme Court order on RBI's circular does not limit govt powers to give directions to PSU (public-sector undertaking) banks in resolving NPAs (non-performing assets)," the official said.

Editor's Take | Policy boost to revive power sector

The government has cleared 3760 MW projects worth Rs 31,560 crore, but the sector is sitting on around 25000 MW of stressed assets involving investments to the tune of Rs 1.5 lakh crore.

Reporter's Take | Why are there such few women working in India?

The Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) of females in India is among the lowest in the world. And this comes as no surprise.

Comment |What went behind IAF's air strike against JeM terror camps?

This is as much a triumph of counter-intelligence and masking as it is a military achievement

Budget 2019: SMEV demands financial support of Rs 20,000 crore for electric vehicles

SMEV said the domestic supply chain for "critical powertrain components" of EVs will come up only if there are enough such vehicles on the road.