Govt to unveil big power reforms in next couple of days: FM Jaitley
Jaitley said India is generating more power than it needs. "First time in history, we have surplus resource. The generation companies are in difficulty because there are no takers of power."
Nov 04, 2015, 15:04 PM IST
World Economic Forum to host 'National Strategy Day on India'
Geneva-based World Economic Forum (WEF) will host its annual India summit this week in the national capital, which is expected to be attended by top policymakers including Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and several corporate leaders, among others.
Nov 01, 2015, 20:38 PM IST
India's ranking on World Bank index should have been significantly higher: FM Jaitley
Finance Minister Arun Jaitely says that World Bank has not factored in all of government's efforts in improving business environment in the country, and India's 12 position jump on the ease of doing business index should have been much higher.
Nov 01, 2015, 15:33 PM IST
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-Pakistan has denied Dawood Ibrahim's shelter in their country.
-World Bank report says that the business conditions in India have improved.
PM Modi 10th most admired personality globally: WEF survey
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the 10th most admired personality globally, as per a new survey by the World Economic Forum (WEF) that has ranked late South African President Nelson Mandela on the
Oct 29, 2015, 11:20 AM IST
Narendra Modi, Mahatma Gandhi among most admired globally: WEF
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the 10th most admired personality globally, as per a new survey by the World Economic Forum (WEF) that has ranked late South African President Nelson Mandela on the top.
Oct 28, 2015, 17:24 PM IST
Cost of counterfeiting to global economy may reach $1.77 trillion: WEF
The illicit economy is a giant, global and growing problem, a World Economic Forum report said and cautioned that the cost to the global economy of counterfeiting alone could reach USD 1.77 trillion in 2015.
Oct 26, 2015, 19:46 PM IST
India "bright spot" among larger emerging markets: WEF
India and South Africa are the "bright spots" among larger emerging markets, as both these countries saw large improvement in the global competitiveness index compiled by World Economic Forum, while the trend for their peer countries is either one of decline or stagnation.
Sep 30, 2015, 13:23 PM IST
India up 16 places to 55th on global competitiveness index
In a big jump, India has moved up 16 positions to rank 55th on a global index of the world's most competitive economies, where Switzerland remains on top.
Sep 29, 2015, 23:17 PM IST
India ranks low on inclusive growth, development ranking: WEF
India has been ranked very low globally on most of the parameters for inclusive growth and development even as it fares much better internationally when it come to business and political ethics.
Sep 07, 2015, 11:43 AM IST
WEF to hold annual India meet on Nov 3-4
The World Economic Forum (WEF) will hold its annual India meeting on November 3-4, which is expected to focus on strategic vision of the Modi-led BJP government.
Jul 14, 2015, 23:01 PM IST
WEF India summit to put spotlight on Modi government's policies
The World Economic Forum's (WEF) upcoming India summit, slated for November, is going to be an action-packed affair as policy makers and industry leaders are expected to deliberate strategic vision of the Modi-led BJP government.
Jun 17, 2015, 11:21 AM IST
India at 100 on human capital index, Finland leads pack
India has been ranked at a lowly 100 position on the global Human Capital Index, which measures countries on development and deployment of human capital.
May 14, 2015, 13:41 PM IST
India 100th on global human capital index: WEF
On the list, compiled by World Economic Forum (WEF), other emerging economies such as Russia, China, Brazil and South Africa are ranked ahead of India.
May 13, 2015, 22:22 PM IST
World Economic Forum recommends action for urban growth in India
The World Economic Forum (WEF) on Monday recommended three actions the Government of India could consider to deliver inclusive urban growth.
Apr 13, 2015, 23:40 PM IST
Fast dispute resolution to help mitigate infra project risks: WEF
In a report released on Wednesday, WEF said the world's huge infrastructure demand cannot be met by the public sector alone while "private investors and operators are needed, but they worry about political and regulatory risk".
Feb 25, 2015, 16:37 PM IST
Walmart to work with Andhra Pradesh govt on branding, marketing products: Naidu
Retail giant Walmart will work with Andhra Pradesh government in five areas, including branding and marketing of the state's products, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said here Tuesday.
Jan 27, 2015, 18:02 PM IST
AirAsia CEO calls for single aviation authority in ASEAN
Tony Fernandes, the Indian-origin founder and CEO of the AirAsia group, has called for a single aviation authority to approve licences to operate in 10 Southeast Asian nations, an issue that assumed significance after the deadly crash of the group's Flight QZ8501.
Jan 25, 2015, 14:52 PM IST
'Make in India campaign' touches right chord at WEF: Shukla
Terming the mood upbeat about India story at the just-concluded WEF summit, diversified conglomerate Mahindra and Mahindra's top official Shriprakash Shukla said investors across sectors made enquiries here about potential collaborations.
Jan 25, 2015, 14:51 PM IST
CIL staff to participate in disinvestment programme: Goyal
Employees of state-run behemoth Coal India will be given an opportunity to participate in the proposed disinvestment of the company and all issues regarding their opposition to the share sale have been resolved, Union Minister Piyush Goyal has said.
Jan 25, 2015, 14:50 PM IST
