5.5% GDP growth within reach, say economists
New Delhi: With the effect of the drought not being as drastic on the economy as initially feared, economists feel that the gross domestic product growth rate of 5-5.5 per cent for the current fiscal projected in the mid-year economic review is achievable.
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FDI in print media could result in more transparency
New Delhi: The government’s decision to allow foreign investment in the print media has been acknowledged as one of the biggest developments in the recent past.
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Red carpet welcome for Putin
New Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on a three-day visit during which he will hold wide-ranging talks with Indian leadership, focusing on Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism and trade and defence cooperation between the two countries.
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Food & Drink Fair begins today
New Delhi: The International Food and Drink Exhibition IFE India 2002, being organised by ITE India in collaboration with the England-based Montgomery Exhibitions, will be held from Wednesday and Thurdsay.
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Decks clear for quick disposal of bounced-cheque cases
New Delhi: With the passage of the Negotiable Instruments (Amendment) Bill 2002, the decks are now clear for expeditious disposal of cases related to dishonoured cheques, the government said on Tuesday.
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`Mounting fiscal deficit a worry'
New Delhi: The Government has expressed concern over the mounting fiscal deficit calling it the biggest challenge to the economy, which was facing the prospects of weakening growth momentum and pressures on revenue and expenditure.
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