The Hindu : Business News : Monday, April 04, 2005

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Monday, April 04, 2005

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Gradualism over foreign equity in banks
As the RBI Governor explained, financial integration should be approached cautiously in a country-specific context, saysK. Subramanian

Towards a balanced energy policy
With the Chinese economy getting overheated and India and other developing countries increasing their requirements, it is felt that oil prices may not come down to $40 and below in the near term.

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Banks consolidation: only theoretical gains
The main argument in favour of growing in size through the merger and acquisition route for public sector banks is to take on competition globally.

Entertainment industry poised for growth
The entertainment industry, fuelled by higher and growing levels of consumer spending, is poised to unfold a host of value added features for consumers and players.

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TAX FORUM
Changes in tax deduction at source obligations
ANSWER: There could be widespread regret, that the occasion is not taken for reforming the tax deduction at source (TDS) by revising the minimum exemption limit and the rate of tax deduction in the light of tax reduction and the past ...

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