India poised to be 3rd largest economy by 2030: S&P

India is poised to be the third largest global economy by 2030 but rising population presents mounting challenges in basic service coverage and growing investment needs to maintain productivity, S&P Global Ratings said.

Bajaj Housing Finance shares surge 136% on debut

Shares of Bajaj Housing Finance, one of India's biggest mortgage providers, shot up by as much as 136 per cent to Rs 165 during its trading debut on India's stock exchanges on Monday, after the $782 mn offering drew bids for more than 67 times...

According to data compiled by ratings agency ICRA, Indian banks are set to report a fresh spike in bad loan numbers based on new RBI norms that require lenders to classify loans, henceforth restructured as non-performing assets.

The government of India unveiled a fresh round of liberalisation of the foreign direct investment (FDI) policy, allowing foreign airlines to invest up to 49% in Air India, and opening up 100% FDI in single brand retail under the automatic route.



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