In this issue

Highlights of Business Today 4th December 2016, issue: The latest issue of Business Today carries a cover story on all new winners of BT-MDRA survey of top B-Schools. Read more about it in India's Best B-Schools.

Government's demonetisation move will inflict a one-time shock only for people who have unaccounted cash on that day, not those who have already moved to other asset classes. Find out more in Laudable Step But A Blunt Instrument.

Some international arbitration cases that have gone against India highlight the uncertainty in the country's policy and regulatory framework. Read On Shaky Ground to know more.

A six-tier GST could not only thwart the government's effort to weaken the black economy, but also derail ease of doing business. Read more in A Compliance Nightmare.

The civil nuclear agreement between India and Japan may open India's doors to the NSG. Find out more in Cracker of a Deal

All this and much more in the December 4, 2016 issue of Business Today. So buy now!

The Great Indian Vanishing Trick

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's shock announcement to demonetise the ₹500 and ₹1,000 currency overnight was primarily aimed at catching those who hoard black and illegitimate money in these denominations off-guard. The sudden announcement and its implementation within four hours of the speech may have prevented flight or conversion of such money into other asset classes, but it has also resulted in a lot of collateral damage. In the three stories to follow, Business Today examines the cost of the decision to the banking system; how hoarders are devising innovative ways to skirt the ban; and the tax implications for those who would wish to deposit old currency into their bank accounts.

8 mins

When Boards Forget Their Custodianship Role!

Some international arbitration cases that have gone against India highlight the uncertainty in the country’s policy and regulatory framework.

9 mins

Monsanto's Adversary

The global agri-biotech major’s plans for India are being thwarted by M. Prabhakara Rao, promoter of the country’s biggest seed fi rm Nuziveedu. How the battle plays out will have major ramifi cations on the seeds industry.

8 mins

How To Avoid Too Much Teamwork?

Too much teamwork exhausts employees and saps productivity. Here’s how to avoid it. 

10 mins

India's Best B-Schools

The 2016 edition of the BT-MDRA Best B-schools survey comes in the backdrop of renewed faith in traditional sectors such as consulting, FMCG, marketing and manufacturing, and offers deep insights.

6 mins

Flexi Lessons

IIM-B's focus on online courses, published research and customised learning sets it apart from others.

3 mins

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