Xiaomi’s rout throws a spotlight on Hong Kong’s expiring lockups
Investors locked into holding newly-listed Hong Kong stocks could only watch as last year’s bear market ate away at their returns. The shackles will soon […]
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India investor worries go beyond election angst
Japan’s shut, most other Asian equity markets aren’t doing much, and you can read about the big exception — China — here. So we’re going […]
15 lakh salaried employees with PF accounts stuck with toxic IL&FS bonds
A new threat looms large for the government in an election year. A spanking new but restive community of salaried employees is concerned about its […]
Life insurance: How to choose the right policy
Life insurance is important for those who have people in their lives who depend on them financially. In case of the breadwinner’s unfortunate demise, the […]
The government must ensure public sector autonomy
In my last column I wrote about the government trespassing on the autonomy of other institutions. This week I am writing about incursions in the […]
Insurance boost for Mumbai’s Govindas: Life cover raised to ₹10 lakh, up to ₹5L for injuries
Abiding by the Bombay high court’s (HC) directions last year to improve safety measures during the Janmashtami festival, the Dahi Handi Samanvay Samiti (DHSS), the […]
Cash van with LIC’s Rs 52L looted, guard shot dead in Bihar’s Samastipur
Unidentified criminals shot dead the gunman escorting a cash van and escaped with a box containing Rs 52.74 lakh of Life Insurance Corporation of India […]
On 9th day of fast-unto-death, Hardik Patel says he has prepared his will
As his fast unto death entered the 9th day on Sunday, Patidar leader Hardik Patel said he had made his will, anticipating he may die […]
More than Ranji, IPL key to Indian cricket’s success: Sachin Tendulkar
Recognition and appreciation won by performing in the Indian Premier League work wonders for a young player in comparison with domestic tournaments, said Sachin Tendulkar […]
LIC board approves acquisition of up to 51% stake in IDBI Bank
LIC has been looking to enter the banking space by acquiring a majority stake in IDBI Bank as the deal is expected to provide business […]