SPACE ACT REFORMS
Indian exports: How Modi 3.0 can navigate the protectionist tides in advanced economies like US and EU
India has transitioned from a decade of single-party rule to a new era of coalition politics, causing concern among stock market investors about potential slowdowns in economic reforms. Rising protectionist measures from advanced economies like the US and EU pose challenges for Indian exporters, with stringent regulations on products ranging from chemicals to food items. The impact of these barriers could disproportionately restrict India's economic objectives and competitiveness, particularly in key sectors like textiles and apparel.
Where is the maximum margin of safety over the next 4-5 years? Trideep Bhattacharya explains
Trideep Bhattacharya highlights India Inc's earnings resilience, capex cycle indicators, and real estate sector trends for market insights. Bhattacharya further says that earnings for India Inc are likely to be robust going ahead and within that pool, stock picking is what will be doing the talking for the fund managers.
'Have delivered on 2019 promise of putting corrupt behind bars, our govt leveraged technology to tackle corruption': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently vying for a third consecutive term, reaffirms his 2019 pledge to incarcerate corrupt individuals, asserting that he has fulfilled this promise. In an extensive discussion with ET, PM Modi addressed various topics. He reiterates the government's dedication to ensuring that the benefits of progress extend to all individuals in need, irrespective of their caste, creed, or geographical location.
"ISRO aims to explore human space flight activities, build space stations": Chairman Somnath
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Sreedhara Panicker Somanath on Sunday attended a programme at a school and said that the space agency aims to explore human space flight activities and build space stations.
'NASA-type' NSA: Why India's next National Security Adviser should be a space scientist
If the Government of India decides to appoint a new National Security Adviser (NSA) in June, it should consider someone outside the traditional choices of diplomats or spymasters. The role of the NSA should be more like the American model, focusing on coordination between security-related government wings. India's previous NSAs have varied in their approaches, with some acting more like deputy prime ministers. A space scientist could bring a fresh perspective, especially considering India's advancements in space technology and the strategic importance of space in defense and telecommunications.
FDI reform 2.0: Banking, defence, insurance reforms on table
Officials said that although the bulk of the heavy lifting in terms of FDI reforms has been completed, talks are ongoing to see if conditions for these key sectors can be further eased. Any changes will be made after the elections that end on June 1.
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ETMarkets Smart Talk: Ashish Gupta sees reasonable opportunities in largecap space; exercise caution when investing in SME IPO
Ashish Gupta, CIO of Axis AMC, highlights India's strong GDP growth driven by domestic factors. Cash levels in portfolios vary, but ample opportunities exist in large-cap stocks. For investors in the 30-40 age bracket, goals may include starting a family, providing for children’s education, or purchasing a home. These goals can be achieved by allocating a larger portion of the portfolio to higher-risk assets such as equities or hybrids, with a small allocation to debt to mitigate market volatility.
TN CM extends full support to Kerala on preserving fiscal federalism
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin supports Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan on preserving fiscal federalism; accuses Centre of misusing powers to restrict states' borrowing space under article 293 of the Constitution. Stalin appreciates Vijayan's efforts in highlighting Union Government's attempts to control deficit financing. He emphasizes the need to eliminate indirect control over state finances and asserts that public debt for financing state expenditure is within the purview of the State Legislature. Central government's misuse of powers has affected Tamil Nadu's borrowing space and constrained fiscal initiatives. Stalin stands in full support of Kerala's commitment to preserving fiscal federalism and offers cooperation in addressing this challenge.
India-US cooperation would act as force multiplier for rules-based world order: Rajnath Singh
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the natural partnership between India and the U.S., stating their cooperation is vital for a rules-based world order. Singh highlighted the alignment in strategic interests and the win-win economic relationship between the two nations. He urged American businesses to invest in India, de-risk, and contribute to India's development. The minister also discussed collaboration in defense technology and space, underlining the significance of their cooperation for global democratic stability.
Global investors show confidence in Indian realty through equity preference
Increased global investor confidence in India, driven by government initiatives and reforms has led to higher investment inflow into the real estate sector. Institutional investments in the Indian property sector reached over $5.8 billion in 2023, a 14% increase from the previous year.
There’s no point in trying to outpace market; just stay invested: Vipul Prasad
Vipul Prasad says: “ It is not stretched at all for Nifty 50, so that is the point here and that is why we are saying that there is no point in trying to act smart and trying to outpace the market. Just stay invested and this is what we are doing. We are fully invested.”
India's space industry seeks bold reforms, clarity on FDI
India's private space industry is seeking transformative reforms to boost its growth. The industry is embracing the government's decision to allocate satellite-based spectrum, enabling space-based broadband internet access in remote areas. Industry bodies, the Indian Space Association (ISpA) and Satcom Industry Association (SIA-India), have requested the government to bring the Space Activity Bill for Parliament approval to cover various factors of India's space goals.
US Senate passes annual defence policy bill with USD 886 billion package
The US Senate passed an $886 billion defense bill, with an 87-13 vote, outlining Pentagon funding for the upcoming fiscal year. Notable senators opposing the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) include Sanders, Booker, Warren, and Paul. The NDAA, a yearly complex process, underwent revisions, eliminating some contentious House amendments. While facing House resistance, the bill grants troops a historic 5.2% pay raise and allocates funds for aircraft, ships, and national security in the Indo-Pacific region and Ukraine.
India's private space sector skyrockets
There are now 190 Indian space startups, twice as many as a year earlier, with private investments jumping by 77% between 2021 and 2022, according to Deloitte consultancy.
India's private space sector skyrockets
There are now 190 Indian space start-ups, twice as many as a year earlier, with private investments jumping by 77 percent between 2021 and 2022, according to Deloitte consultancy.
Election observer: How ADR has been fighting to reduce criminality and corruption in polls
It is hard for me to think of an organisation that has had more impact in Indian politics over the past quarter-century than ADR. It now has partners in every state and technology has made data-gathering and analysis easier than in the early years and its reports have become a critical part in the run-up to and aftermath of elections, state and national.
Is economic progress enough?
Amidst India's advancements in economics and technology, the country is still plagued by its lack of civility and responsibility. Incidents of public urination, littering, and indiscipline reflect a deep-rooted degeneration of Indian civic society. To remedy this, there needs to be value education in schools with teachers trained as positive role models, a civic police force that can book offenders, an index tracking public behaviour, and programmes on civic and social behaviour aired on popular media channels. India must improve its civic culture, and it must start with education and social reform.
Challenges are sometimes reforms? 4 AMC stocks with “buy” recos with upside potential up to 54 %
From being a must have in portfolio, AMC stocks have seen a long phase of underperformance and now clean out block trades. A headline which says that SEBi has delayed making changes in TER makes AMC stocks move up sharply. A delay in what appears to be a challenge, is enough to bring back interest on the counters. Is it an indication that once the “ challenge” is out of the way, these stocks will again regain their valuations back.
Nothing is off limits for the private sector: IN-SPACe chief Pawan Goenka
Govt seeks to encourage greater private sector participation in entire Space economy value chain: Pawan Goenka
Debt AIFs ready for a big leap with the new lease of life from regulators
SEBI's regulatory changes aim to bring transparency to the Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) industry and instill confidence in both fund managers and investors. A key change allows investor participation in AIFs via a direct plan, which avoids upfront payment of distributor commission and lowers costs for investors. Mandatory dematerialisation of AIF units aims to ensure transferability and liquidity. The Finance Act 2023 brings tax parity across all debt products, making incremental investment in debt MFs post-April 1, 2023, subject to long-term capital gains tax. With indexation benefits no longer available, high-performing credit AIF strategies offer high-yielding returns to investors.
Oil import dependence: ONGC needs to get its act together
The window of opportunity is small. The global priority could easily drift back from energy security to climate challenge once the geopolitical storm subsides, supply anxieties abate and some extreme weather events grab headlines.
Corporates in agri space say FM has brought game-changing reforms for agri and agritech sectors
Narendra Kumar Pasuparthy, Chief Farmer, CEO & Founder, Nandu's said " The Union Budget has come as a breath of fresh air, particularly for startups in the agriculture sector and agri-related industries. Right from the Agriculture Accelerator Fund (for entrepreneurs from rural India) to the agricultural credit target (increased to Rs 20 lakh crore with a focus on animal husbandry, dairy and fisheries), the initiatives are designed to empower more businesses to thrive.
British government to block Scottish gender reform law
The bill, approved in December, makes Scotland the first nation of the United Kingdom to back a self-identification process for changing gender, including removing the need for a medical diagnosis of gender dysphoria and lowering the minimum age to 16 from 18.
Union Budget 2023: How PM Modi’s reforms in eight years armed India to be the next dragon in global economy
Union Budget 2023: India had just peeked into the list of top 10 economies in 2014. In a space of eight years, it has galloped to outshine its former ruler, the United Kingdom, to become the fifth-largest economy in the world. But India’s growth story is perhaps just starting.
IMF calls for structural reforms
IMF has forecast a 6.8% growth for India in FY23, falling to 6.1% in FY24. Additional monetary tightening should be carefully calibrated and communicated to balance inflation objectives and growth needs, the IMF's executive board said in its assessment included in the report.
IMF projects 6.8% growth in current fiscal for India, says country's fiscal space is at risk
In its Article IV consultation report released Friday, the IMF called for further structural reforms, including addressing the adverse impact of climate change, to secure strong and sustainable growth. IMF has forecast a 6.8% growth for India in FY23, falling to 6.1% in FY24.
Signature events on terror & multilateral reforms to be highlight of India’s UNSC Presidency
Countering terrorism and reformed multilateralism will be among the key priorities for India during its UNSC presidency, which will culminate in the completion of its two-year tenure as non-permanent member of the 15-nation body, said people aware of the matter.
Ship emission norms, war in Europe & demand slowdown cloud predictability of ocean freight rates: DB Schenker
As disruptions become more frequent and widespread, supply chains will have to be more flexible, agile, and have back up plans to cater to instability.
India undertaking such reforms in space sector not thought about earlier: Rajnath Singh
"We are undertaking such reforms in space sector which were not even thought about earlier," Singh said after inaugurating the Kalpana Chawla Centre for Research in Space Science & Technology (KCCRSST) at Chandigarh University.
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