December 26, 2012
2012: Weak rupee wrecked havoc for many SMEs
A tumbling Indian rupee wreaked havoc for a large number of small to midsize business in Asia’s third biggest economy. But a few sectors benefited from the weaker rupee.
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December 14, 2012
CREDAI wants comprehensive realty regulator
A draft bill to monitor and regulate real estate development in India, Asia’s third biggest economy, in its present form, would give a regulator powers to grant or revoke licenses. Corrupt officers could use these new found powers to their advantage.
October 08, 2012
India's lightings market attracting foreign interest
International electrical lighting manufacturers are flocking to explore business opportunities in India, a Rs. 9,300 crore market for lamps, luminaires and accessories, according to a trade body representing small to large players in the industry.
March 02, 2012
Coming up: Indiallia 2012 in April
November 28, 2012
‘Cleaning industry needs strong representation in policy making’
The cleaning industry in India is at the threshold of becoming more organized and consolidated, but its representation at the policy-making level needs more thrust.
August 07, 2012
Olympics boost demand for Bengal's fruit and vegetables
Exports of vegetables, fruits and leather goods from West Bengal to Britain have risen many folds, thanks to the ongoing London Olympics. Vegetables like beans, gourd, long gourd and green chili and fruits such as papaya, guava and jackfruit grown in the state are in high demand due to the July 27-August 12 London Games.
July 26, 2012
IT sector to grow by 11-14 percent in 2012: Nasscom
Information technology (IT) trade association Nasscom is expecting an 11-14 percent growth for the current year, its president Som Mittal said. "The growth is contributed by mid and small companies that are growing around 20 percent," he said, adding that the projections will be reviewed in October.
July 26, 2012
Indian tea to be showcased at London Olympics
Leading tea makers from India will showcase different varieties of tea during the July 27-August 12 London Olympics to promote the brew in Britain. Premium brands of Indian tea companies will be available for sampling at London's Southbank Centre, Harrods and Heathrow Airport during the event.
July 16, 2012
Gujarat expects 25 percent rise in tourist inflow in 2012
With Gujarat planning to spend INR420 crore in the current fiscal to boost tourism, a senior official said that the state was eyeing a 25 percent rise in inflow of tourists.
July 03, 2012
Power demand soars in Delhi
The searing heat in Delhi once again pushed the ever-rising power demand to a new high of 5,454MW on July 2, power officials said, adding that the consumption will cross the projected demand of 5,500MW.
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