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A Bridge Too Far
The government’s fiscal math is off-track. It will have to do some accounting jugglery to stick to the fiscal deficit target.
9 min |
December 30, 2018
Business Today
Unequal Footing
During elections, campaigning rules for social media should be more overarching.
2 min |
December 30, 2018
Business Today
India's Economic Growth Vs Global Growth
Trends in global markets do not augur well for India's economy.
3 min |
December 30, 2018
Business Today
Connected Devices Are Here
India is taking the first steps to 5G, which offers data speeds that are 20 times faster and allows 100 times more devices to be connected compared to 4G. But the crucial difference between 4G and 5G is the 1/10th latency in data transmission or the time taken for a packet of data to reach from one point to another. Be it agriculture or automobiles, 5G is going to disrupt every industry.
4 min |
January 13, 2019
Business Today
Drones: The New Frontier
Drones are about to open up a completely new dimension in application areas as diverse as photography, delivery and security. From a 2-D world where cars and delivery vans run the length and breadth of a country, people and goods can soon take to the air. Such innovations bring new opportunities for entrepreneurs, but also need deft regulatory support, says Jayant Sinha
3 min |
January 13, 2019
Business Today
Is It Time For Drone Taxis?
Drone taxis can be a solution to both road congestion and the heavy need for infrastructure.They can reduce our reliance on road or groundbased infrastructure, which will encourage expansion of suburban or rural centres. But before that happens, the technology and regulatory set-up has to be put in place.
3 min |
January 13, 2019
Business Today
Reshaping Mobility
By 2030, India will have at least seven mega cities with a population of over 10 million and nearly 50 cities that are at least a million strong. Sustainable mobility solutions will be needed, which is where technology will make a big difference. India has also made commitments for climate action and clean energy development. So, sustainable mobility is a need rather than a want, and it is imperative to develop a widely accepted and available ecosystem that supports electric vehicles, says Pawan Goenka
4 min |
January 13, 2019
Business Today
The Modal Model
The government's larger initiatives like GST and specific ones to transform ports such as Sagarmala, Bharatmala, Dedicated Freight Corridors and relaxation in Cabotage Law, in tandem with technological innovations such as IoT, robotics, and unmanned vehicles and equipment, will first impact transportation of containers, rather than passengers.
2 min |
January 13, 2019
Business Today
The New Skyways
As developed nations start using Autonomous Flying Vehicles to offer a multitude of services, Indian drone service providers face a multitude of problems. There are many regulatory challenges as use of large parts of India’s airspace is restricted. The government needs to act quickly so that people and businesses can enjoy the benefits that AFVs offer.
6 min |
January 13, 2019
Business Today
Live Forever, Digitally
With a little help from technology, people can create digital versions of themselves who will always be around.
2 min |
December 02, 2018
Business Today
'We Are Going To Go From Autorickshaws To Airrickshaws'
Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Jayant Sinha, who is spearheading the drone revolution in the country, spoke about issues ranging from creating game-changing regulations to launch of flying taxis in an interaction with Business Today’s Manu Kaushik and Rajeev Dubey.
4 min |
January 21, 2019
Business Today
IL&FS Value Will Be Monetised In Eight Months
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is in the thick of action – dealing with shell companies, crisis at IL&FS, putting the fledgling insolvency law in place, and much more. MCA Secretary Injeti Srinivas, in a discussion with Joe C. Mathew and Dipak Mondal, talks about initiatives the ministry has taken in the past one year. Edited excerpts:
8 min |
January 21, 2019
Business Today
Packets Of Growth
The Indian packaged food market is expected to be worth $270 billion by 2027, driven by often contradictory trends in different parts of the country.
5 min |
January 21, 2019
Business Today
The Starting Line
What should the next government do to keep India on the growth track? A lowdown from four experts on the state of the economy.
2 min |
January 21, 2019
Business Today
Drone Takeoff
Four years after the regulatory crackdown, drones are set to rise from the shadows as government releases a roadmap for opening up the skies.
8 min |
January 21, 2019
Business Today
Deep Fakes
RESEARCHERS FROM NVIDIA HAVE DEVELOPED AI SYSTEMS THAT CAN GENERATE STARTLINGLY AUTHENTICLOOKING IMAGES OF PEOPLE WHO DO NOT EXIST IN REAL LIFE.
2 min |
January 21, 2019
Business Today
How Chinese Social Networking Apps Are Targeting India's Regional Audience
Social networking apps from China are targeting India’s regional audience and gaining traction.
2 min |
January 21, 2019
Business Today
Dozing Doorkeepers?
With recent frauds shaking investors’ trust in corporate governance standards, we look at role, limitations and accountability of independent directors who are custodians of these standards.
10 min |
September 09, 2018
Business Today
Glimmer Of Hope
The first quarter results have been fairly robust. A revival seems round the corner.
4 min |
September 09, 2018
Business Today
The Giant Leap
The Sagarmala project has made huge progress in the last three years, but funding is a big constraint.
4 min |
September 09, 2018
Business Today
How To Make A Team Of Stars Work
Team Effectiveness Explains Almost 80 Percent Of Leaders’ Success.
4 min |
September 09, 2018
Business Today
Risk On
Despite huge strides, the risk of stressed and stranded projects is keeping investors jittery about India’s infrastructure building strategy.
4 min |
September 09, 2018
Business Today
High On Highway
India is building roads at a frenetic pace. The dream of building 40 kilometres a day is within the realm of possibility now.
4 min |
September 09, 2018
Business Today
Bad Loan Resolution Puzzle
It has not given bankers the realisations they had hoped for. Now the government has unveiled a new approach even while they are modifying the act.
8 min |
August 26, 2018
Business Today
Pakistan's Hope
Imran Khan’s priority will be to get the economy back on track.
9 min |
August 26, 2018
Business Today
'We Are Changing Gears And Leveraging The Make In India Policy'
Thales India, part of the Thales Group – one of the world’s largest defence suppliers – is betting big on India along with China and the US. Of late, Thales has acquired a few companies in the digital space to expand in data analytics and cybersecurity. Patrice Caine, Chairman and CEO of the Thales Group, speaks to Business Today’s Prosenjit Datta and Manu Kaushik on the next big areas and what makes India attractive. Edited excerpts:
6 min |
August 26, 2018
Business Today
Shift Into The Fast Lane
WITH SPECIAL RADIOS FITTED IN VEHICLES, COMMUTE TIME COULD BE SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED, ESPECIALLY DURING RUSH HOURS.
2 min |
August 26, 2018
Business Today
A Star In Decline?
Twitter in India has more to worry besides the bots purge.
2 min |
August 26, 2018
Business Today
Potential Buyers Are Weighing Up The AI Opportunity
With the government finally biting the bullet, potential buyers are weighing up the Air India opportunity.
4 min |
July 30, 2017
Business Today
Tea Wars
Choking supply of Darjeeling tea can only hurt the growers.
2 min |