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The Economic Times RBI appoints R. Lakshmi Kanth Rao as new Executive Director
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has appointed R. Lakshmi Kanth Rao as its new Executive Director, effective May 10. Rao will oversee the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation, Right to Information Act (FAA), and Department of Communication. Rao has over three decades of experience in various domains, including Banks and NBFCs regulation, supervision, and consumer protection.
The Economic Times Meesho closes $275 million funding in first tranche, in talks for more
Meesho secures $275M funding in a $600M round. Share transfers hinted in SEC filing. In total, Meesho has raised $1.36 billion – including secondaries – since 2015.
The Economic Times Irdai directs cos to meet social sector obligations
Irdai, the sector regulator, has issued a master circular directing life and non-life insurance players to meet certain percentages of business compulsorily towards rural, social sector, and motor third-party obligations by 2047. Life insurers must ensure a minimum percentage of lives in identified and allocated gram panchayats.
The Economic Times LIC's April premium hits decade high of Rs 12,384 cr
LIC's April premium collection of Rs 12,384 crore, highest since 2014, marked 113.14% growth from the previous year. Success attributed to marketing strategies, wider reach, policy uptake, reliability, and customer services.
The Economic Times 17 cos to start production this year under IT hardware PLI 2.0
The Indian government is expecting most manufacturers qualified under the revised production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for IT hardware to start production this year, according to the electronics and information technology ministry secretary S Krishnan. About 17 out of 27 PLI companies will start production, with six-seven starting last year and two planning to start next year.
The Economic Times Early enthusiastic EV adopter phase probably over; focus on mkt development: Tata Motors Grp CFO PB Balaji
Tata Motors is focusing on market development to boost electric vehicle (EV) penetration in India and address concerns of new customers. The company missed its guidance of selling 1 lakh units of EVs in FY24 and is confident of crossing the milestone this fiscal. Tata Motors is committed to the expansion of EVs and plans to launch its Curvv EV this year. The company is addressing what is stopping EV adoption faster and clear the pathway for it to start accelerating again.
The Economic Times IIP growth eases to 4.9% in March but grows faster at 5.8% in FY24
Among the three major industries, manufacturing and electricity recorded a faster pace of growth in March compared with the previous month, expanding 5.2% and 8.6% compared with 4.9% and 7.5% in February. On the other hand, mining activity eased sharply to 1.2% from 8.1% in the previous month.
The Economic Times Capital Small Finance Bank looks to double advances growth, eyes branch expansion
Capital Small Finance Bank targets a 22-24% advances growth in FY25, doubling last fiscal's pace, fueled by geographic expansion, including a move into Jammu. After raising growth capital through an IPO, the Jalandhar-based lender plans accelerated growth, having maintained steady NPA ratios through recovery-based management.
The Economic Times RBI looks at asset reconstruction companies amid a flood of allegations
India's central bank is set to hold a meeting with top management from asset reconstruction companies (ARCs) to discuss corporate governance and stressed-asset resolutions. This comes amidst concerns about potential back-door entry by defaulting promoters. The meeting, scheduled for May 17 in Mumbai, will see the participation of all 27 registered ARCs, along with RBI executives. Allegations have arisen that ARCs may strike deals with defaulting promoters, allowing them entry at a steep discount, bypassing regulations.
The Economic Times Tata Sons raises royalty fee 2x to Rs 200 crore
The owner of the Tata brand name kept the royalty fee at Rs 100 crore for a period of five years, before finally raising it by two times. TCS, TaMo and others will now have to pay Rs 200 crore as royalty fee to Tata Sons.
The Economic Times Bankruptcy court admits insolvency plea against listed firm India Steel Works
The Mumbai NCLT admits India Steel Works Ltd for insolvency resolution following an application by Stecol International Pvt Ltd. Vallabh N Sawana appointed as interim resolution professional. India Steel Works plans to appeal at NCLAT for urgent relief. Tribunal prohibits legal actions against India Steel Works, restraining asset disposal. Stecol International approached NCLT after India Steel Works defaulted on dues of Rs 2.6 crore.
The Economic Times Industry asked to name items from areas where India can be self-reliant
The fact that India's exports between April and January of FY24 were $3.7 billion and its imports, primarily from Russia's crude oil imports, were $51.7 billion, is what worries New Delhi. Additionally, the bloc has free trade agreements with Iran, China, Vietnam, and Serbia; these agreements may have an effect on the competitiveness of Indian industry in any of the EAEU markets.
The Economic Times Just 50 among over 2,000 NSE listed firms, why are there so few women CFOs in India?
Industry experts attribute the persistent underrepresentation of women in CFO roles to various challenges, including inherent bias against women and companies' struggles to retain high-potential women through critical life stages.
The Economic Times East has potential to drive India's growth: Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the potential of eastern India as a growth engine, urging Jharkhand to tackle corruption for industrial development. She criticized the state's governance, highlighting lawlessness and migration. Sitharaman assured equitable treatment, citing increased budgetary allocations for Jharkhand's rail projects.
The Economic Times Hiring sees 9% uptick in April 2024, says latest foundit Insights Tracker
The startup ecosystem saw a 37% increase in the number of new companies, leading to a 14% surge in the number of jobs. More than half (53%) of all startup jobs are targeted at freshers. Production and manufacturing sector saw a 31% year-on-year surge in hiring.
