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Indian Railways announces creation of non-fare revenue directorate to boost earnings

The non-fare revenue directorate's (NFR) mandate is to enhance non-tariff income by 10 to 20 percent, said Indian Railways.

May 12, 2016

10 lakh bank employees to go on nationwide strike on July 29

The employees are planning to protest against the government's proposed reforms in the banking sector.

May 12, 2016

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UN retains India's economic growth projections for 2016, 2017

India is expected to grow at 7.3 percent and 7.5 percent post in 2016 and 2017, says UN in its latest report.

May 12, 2016

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Tourist arrivals into India on e-tourist visa rose exponentially in April

In April 2016, 70,000 tourists visited India on e-tourist visa, up from 19,000 in April 2015.

May 12, 2016

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India's gold demand falls sharply in March quarter, says World Gold Council

Overall gold demand plunged 39 percent while the jewellery segment demand fell to a seven-year low, according to a WGC report.

May 12, 2016

Global corruption costs trillions in bribes, lost growth: IMF

IMF said that tackling corruption is critical for the achievement of macro-economic stability.

May 12, 2016

Britain's exit from EU could create opportunities for India: Report

For India, negotiating with Britain will become easier as it would not have to abide by the free trade agreement.

May 12, 2016

China eyes $724 billion of transport investment over next 3 years

The investment splurge underlines China's reliance on high-levels of public sector spending.

May 12, 2016

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Rakesh Jhunjhunwala resents 'son-in-law' treatment to FIIs: Report

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, partner of Rare Enterprises, dismisses fears of FIIs pulling out of Indian markets due to the DTAA with Mauritius.

May 11, 2016

Drought to dent Indian economy by $100 billion: Assocham

Around 33 crore people across 256 districts across the country are currently facing water shortage.

May 11, 2016

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India to tax Mauritius investments for first time since 1983

The tax will apply to investments made from April 1, 2017, and will be imposed at 50 percent of the domestic rate.

May 11, 2016

Banks uncertain about further negotiations with Mallya

Bankers want Mallya to disclose his assets under oath since they are unsure about the reliability of the offer made, the Economic Times reported.

May 11, 2016

"We should kick out the RBI governor:" BJP's Subramanian Swamy on Raghuram Rajan

BJP Rajya Sabha MP Subramanian Swamy slammed RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan for his interest rate (repo rate) policy.

May 10, 2016

Indirect tax evasion, undisclosed income worth Rs. 71,000 crore detected

The Indian government attributed the detection of tax evasion and undisclosed income to "enhanced enforcement measures."

May 10, 2016

7th Pay Commission: Government employees may get higher salary than proposed by panel: Report

Central government employees could get a minimum monthly salary of Rs. 24,000 as against Rs.18,000 proposed by the 7th Pay Commission.

May 10, 2016

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Economy News

Indian Railways announces creation of non-fare revenue directorate to boost earnings

10 lakh bank employees to go on nationwide strike on July 29

UN retains India's economic growth projections for 2016, 2017

Tourist arrivals into India on e-tourist visa rose exponentially in April

India's gold demand falls sharply in March quarter, says World Gold Council

Global corruption costs trillions in bribes, lost growth: IMF

Britain's exit from EU could create opportunities for India: Report

China eyes $724 billion of transport investment over next 3 years

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala resents 'son-in-law' treatment to FIIs: Report

Drought to dent Indian economy by $100 billion: Assocham

India to tax Mauritius investments for first time since 1983

Banks uncertain about further negotiations with Mallya

"We should kick out the RBI governor:" BJP's Subramanian Swamy on Raghuram Rajan

Indirect tax evasion, undisclosed income worth Rs. 71,000 crore detected

7th Pay Commission: Government employees may get higher salary than proposed by panel: Report

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