China fends off India's challenge for fastest-growing tag

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China beats headwinds, fends off India's challenge for fastest-growing tag China's gross domestic product grew 6.8% in the October to December period from a year earlier. That was better than growth forecasts made by analysts.

Blow to Make in India, Japanese companies grab all key contracts of Modi's bullet train Japanese companies will supply at least 70% of the core bullet train components, undermining a key component of Modi's push to make in India.

Modi will need at least $125 bn to fund his renewable energy dream In 2015, India said investment of $100 billion in the seven years to 2022 would be needed to meet its renewable energy goals.

The most thrilling idea before every Budget: No income tax Since PM Modi demonetised high-currency notes — an idea propagated by Arthkranti — many believe he could implement another radical Arthkranti idea too.

Is your single premium life insurance policy eligible for tax benefits? Until the ratio between the premium and the sum assured is met, you may not be able to avail tax benefits on your policy.

A safe parking spot of black money is Modi government's next target The latest to have come under the scanner is bullion, which was one of the last convenient parking spots for black money hoarders and launderers.

Vinod Rai compromised CAG's sanctity, had ulterior motives Vinod Rai compromised CAG's sanctity, had ulterior motives

IBM may finally stop shrinking. But is it a turnaround? IBM's half-decade losing streak will most likely end Thursday, analysts predict, when the company reports its quarterly performance.

From our Partners Making your first mutual fund investment Investors should also read the scheme related documents and understand the investment objective of the mutual fund scheme, know the securities in the scheme where money will be invested.

The world's most valuable distiller is running out of liquor Moutai baijiu's fiery flavor and potential to appreciate in price is driving the blistering demand. Dolly Khanna goes for Jhunjhunwala favourite, buys 4 lakh shares in this smallcap During the past one year, shares of the company have surged 268 per cent.

Sensex jumps over 400 points, Nifty tops 10,850; 6 factors fuelling the rally The govt on Wednesday announced it will bring down its additional borrowing to Rs 20,000 crore.

From our Partners Six smart things to know about bonus in insurance plans Not all life plans are eligible for bonus. Plans can either be participatory, thereby qualifying for bonus, or non-participatory, that do not qualify for bonus.

Investors under I-T scanner 'gift' Bitcoins to relatives As prices of cryptocurrencies start falling many investors are looking to cut their losses, but are using several tricks to escape taxes in India.

How startup lessons from Israel can turn India into an innovation economy Israeli cos, partnering with Indian innovation startups, can leverage their tech expertise while upskilling India's engineering, IT and biz management professionals.

Virat Kohli now takes a shot at packaged water business Cornerstone Sport & Entertainment was in second stages of talks with external stakeholders, for manufacturing tie ups and distribution.

How brothers Hemant and Vinay are planning to take Old Monk back to its iconic status As the young blood now take charge after the passing of their octogenarian uncle Brigadier Kapil Mohan -- the longest serving chairman of Mohan Meakin – the resurrection has already been marked.

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