In the latest real clear politics poll of polls, Obama’s “approval” rating is 45 per cent. Not many us presidents have had such low popularity ratings with the exception of the reviled Richard Nixon and the bumbling George W. Bush
Read MoreNot only was no relief forthcoming on either front, but an additional burden in the form of a 1 per cent excise duty on domestic jewellery manufacturers was announced
Read MoreThe C-Voter poll shows there has been a sharp decline in the ‘well-being’ perception of middle class Indians after the latest Budget
Read MoreMost people don’t want to rock the boat, or be the bad guy. I’m not in agreement but I can see why. But here’s the kicker.
Read MoreAs the 2016-17 Union Budget nears, it’s a good time to re-examine some concrete numbers on personal income-tax
Read MoreThe challenge of integrating large solar plants and preserving smooth grid operation is not unique to India
Read MoreThe late winter may soon be departed. A hot summer is sneaking around the corner. The monsoon may thankfully be normal
Read MoreFinding the financial resources to fund Rs 1.2 lakh crore capital spending plan in next year would be a formidable challenge given the deterioration in operating ratio to 0.92
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