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Global IT spending to grow at muted 2.7% in 2017 due to political headwinds

However, emerging markets will drive a rebound in spending on devices like PCs and smartphones in 2018, research firm Gartner said in a report.

Jan 13, 2017

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Corruption Perception Index for 2016 to be released on January 25; India's ranking will be keenly watched

Berlin-based Transparency International's Corruption Perception Index (CPI) ranks countries on the basis of surveys and assessments.

Jan 12, 2017

Brawl breaks out in Turkish parliamentary debate over new constitution

Brawls erupted as politicians from AK Party tried to prevent CHP MP, Fatma Kaplan from filming the voting session with her mobile. Politicians from two parties traded kicks and punches as acting parliament speaker adjourned the session. The fights broke out during a debate at general assembly on constitutional changes that would hand President Tayyip Erdogan sweeping new powers as an executive president.Under the reform, President Erdogan will be able to appoint and dismiss government ministers, take back the leadership of the ruling party, and govern until 2029.Erdogan and his supporters argue that Turkey needs the strong leadership of an executive presidency to prevent a return to the fragile coalition governments of the past, but opponents fear the reform will fuel authoritarianism.

Jan 12, 2017

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Cigarette smoking costs $1 trillion annually says WHO; India has second-largest number of smokers

The combined costs of healthcare expenditure and lost productivity is about $1 trillion every year, says World Health Organisation (WHO).

Jan 12, 2017

H1-B visa rules: Donald Trump's attorney general pick Jeff Sessions says curbs to come soon

The US H1-B visa is a non-immigrant visa, which allows US firms to hire foreign workers in specialised occupations.

Jan 12, 2017

Reliance Jio's new offering: Will Mukesh Ambani-owned company launch sub-Rs 2,000 feature phone this year?

These feature phones, once launched, could be a game changer.

Jan 12, 2017

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Lionel Messi to leave Barcelona? It is possible, admits club chief

Barca are trying to find ways to be able to afford a new contract for Lionel Messi

Jan 12, 2017

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Indian rupee could fall sharply against US dollar by FY2018; Nifty to hit 8,800 by December: UBS

The Indian rupee could fall to 73 to the US dollar by end of FY2018, while the 50-scrip NSE Nifty could rise to 8,8800, says UBS.

Jan 11, 2017

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Axis Bank Q3FY2017 preview: Net profit likely to fall sharply, say brokerages

India's third-largest private sector lender Axis Bank, facing money-laundering charges, is expected to report a fall in its net profit for Q3.

Jan 11, 2017

Asian shares at 2-month high, markets await Trump news conference

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan rose 0.4 percent to two-month highs.

Jan 11, 2017

World Bank cuts India's growth forecast to 7%, after demonetisation

Despite the deceleration, India is predicted to retain its position as the world's fastest growing economy ahead of China.

Jan 11, 2017

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PM Modi at Vibrant Gujarat 2017: India on the threshold of becoming world's most digitised economy

Addressing the inauguration ceremony of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, the PM said that the government is working to adopt and absorb newer technologies.

Jan 10, 2017

Czech government tells citizens to arm themselves and shoot Muslim terrorists in case of 'Super Holocaust'

Reports said that after the Czech president's appeal, there was a noticeable spike in the purchase of guns in the nation

Jan 10, 2017

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Budget 2017: PM Modi playing Robin Hood would be unsustainable for India

A cash-rich Modi government after demonetisation would be tempted to spur consumption growth by redistributing wealth using Budget 2017.

Jan 10, 2017

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Vibrant Gujarat 2017: Three-day global investor summit begins from January 10

The eight edition of the investors' summit — Vibrant Gujarat 2017 — aims to garner huge investments; PM Modi will hold talks with top 50 CEOs.

Jan 10, 2017

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Search Results for: economic reform

Global IT spending to grow at muted 2.7% in 2017 due to political headwinds

Corruption Perception Index for 2016 to be released on January 25; India's ranking will be keenly watched

Brawl breaks out in Turkish parliamentary debate over new constitution

Cigarette smoking costs $1 trillion annually says WHO; India has second-largest number of smokers

H1-B visa rules: Donald Trump's attorney general pick Jeff Sessions says curbs to come soon

Reliance Jio's new offering: Will Mukesh Ambani-owned company launch sub-Rs 2,000 feature phone this year?

Lionel Messi to leave Barcelona? It is possible, admits club chief

Indian rupee could fall sharply against US dollar by FY2018; Nifty to hit 8,800 by December: UBS

Axis Bank Q3FY2017 preview: Net profit likely to fall sharply, say brokerages

Asian shares at 2-month high, markets await Trump news conference

World Bank cuts India's growth forecast to 7%, after demonetisation

PM Modi at Vibrant Gujarat 2017: India on the threshold of becoming world's most digitised economy

Czech government tells citizens to arm themselves and shoot Muslim terrorists in case of 'Super Holocaust'

Budget 2017: PM Modi playing Robin Hood would be unsustainable for India

Vibrant Gujarat 2017: Three-day global investor summit begins from January 10

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

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