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The grassroots view in Bangladesh is that India is a strong ally of Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League, rather than the country. This party- and personality-specific identification is detrimental to India’s long-term interests in the region.

Madhabi Puri Buch, the chairperson of Sebi, faces a slew of charges from various quarters—a short seller, the political opposition, an aggrieved corporate chieftain, and even Sebi employees. Some charges are downright silly, some petulant, some are plausible and yet another calls for an explanation.

Once a trailblazer in the quick commerce sector, Dunzo now faces a precarious future after a few missteps. How did the startup lose its edge to competitors like Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, BigBasket, and Zomato’s Blinkit? What are the lessons it holds for others in the space?

Amid calls to exclude food inflation from RBI’s target, governor Das’s steadfast approach is crucial for economic stability. Changing the framework now could risk both credibility and effective inflation control.

Sovereign gold bonds were introduced to meet investors’ demand for gold and aid government borrowing. However, their link to gold prices and the rupee-dollar exchange rate has made these bonds expensive. Will the government continue with the scheme?

Mittal is not taking a board seat at BT, and has said he has no intention of making a formal bid to acquire the company. So while the investment raises his profile significantly, his long-term plans for BT remain a mystery.

The ruling against Google is expected to have repercussions for the US government’s lawsuits against other tech giants such as Apple and Amazon. But why is the government going after Big Tech in the first place?

The controversy sparked by Hindenburg’s allegations has led to calls for Sebi’s leadership to adhere to stricter disclosure norms. By aligning Sebi’s standards with other public officials, India can bolster investor confidence and safeguard its financial markets from similar future crises.

When an iconic leader of a business dynasty steps down, the merits of a succession exercise alone are not enough. It needs at least two other ingredients.

Warren Buffett’s strategic moves and global economic uncertainties hint at a potential shift in investment flows. Amid market volatility, India stands out as a prime target for savvy investors. Is it time for greenbacks to return? The Oracle of Omaha may offer clues.