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Mukul G Asher

Gujarat budget exhibits a sound development strategy

In 2009-10, the share of all states combined in India’s total government expenditure and revenue was 53% and 64%, respectively.
Section: Money  | Monday, March 12, 2012 8:00 IST

Developing muni bonds market imperative for our urban future

The need for vastly increased levels of investment in urban infrastructure and amenities require urgent attention of the policymakers.
Section: Money  | Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:00 IST

Gujarat’s emergence as an auto hub is a positive for the economy

Several domestic and foreign auto manufacturers have either announced plans to establish manufacturing plants in Gujarat or are considering it as a possible location.
Section: Money  | Saturday, September 17, 2011 8:00 IST

Establishing IAPD is consistent with geo-economic initiatives

India’s economic and strategic interests have increasingly become global.
Section: Money  | Wednesday, August 31, 2011 8:00 IST

Improvements needed in planning transport projects under JNNURM

The key goal of transport projects under the National Urban Transport Policy (NUTP) is “moving people not vehicles”.
Section: Analysis  | Wednesday, August 17, 2011 12:00 IST

CAG deserves a more prominent role in public financial management

Various reports CAG of India have played an important role in the ongoing debates on weak governance and corruption in the country.
Section: Analysis  | Wednesday, August 3, 2011 8:00 IST

Why the Microfinance Bill is a good move

The new draft microfinance Bill, on the finance ministry's website, has a number of positive features which augur well for a geographically more balanced and healthier development of the sector.
Section: Money  | Tuesday, July 19, 2011 6:00 IST

EPFO needs restructuring, not changes

The EPFO (Employee’s Provident Fund Organisation), established in 1952, with the responsibilities for provident fund and pension services, is reportedly considering amendments to its Act.
Section: Money  | Wednesday, July 6, 2011 8:00 IST

Promote urban agriculture for food security

As Indian households strive to maintain food consumption in the face of high inflation, increasing demand and relatively slower rise in supply, promoting urban agriculture in a scientific manner could contribute to food security.
Section: Money  | Thursday, June 23, 2011 2:39 IST

Better planning for longevity risk is essential

The United Nations projects for India that life expectancy at birth will increase to 66.5 for the 2015-2020 period against 63.5 in 2005-10 and female life expectancy is estimated to be higher than those of males by 3.3 years during 2015-20.
Section: Money  | Wednesday, June 8, 2011 2:23 IST
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