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Watch - Taal Thok Ke - देखें मोदी सरकार का रिपोर्ट कार्ड, किसका हुआ कितना विकास

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Taal Thok Ke:   देखें मोदी सरकार का रिपोर्ट कार्ड, किसका हुआ कितना विकास

Press -Timeline to export red sandal wood

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Andhra, TN and Maharashtra get timeline to export red sandal wood By Express News Service  |   Published: 26th May 2017 05:41 AM  NEW DELHI: Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu will have to finalise the modalities for export of red sanders (red sandal) wood, which has an estimated value of Rs 30-40 lakh a tonne in the global market , within a stipulated time-frame, the government said. According to a notification issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, dated May 23, Andhra Pradesh will have to complete the process for export of red sandal by April 30, 2019, while Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu will have to do so by April 30, 2018. The development will have “major revenue implications for the states and would require strategic planning by state governments”, said Vijay Sardana, a noted agriculture economist. A case is currently in the Madras High Court on a public interest litigation filed in 1996 oppo

Discussion - Emerging Opportunities in Commodity Markets

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Emerging Opportunities in Commodity Markets

Comparison between Existing and New Tax rates under GST

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Comparison between Existing and New Tax Rates under GST For updates,  Follow on twitter:  @vijaysardana

India GST Rates in 2017 - A Quick Guide

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India GST Rates in 2017 - A Quick Guide By: Vijay Sardana For Updates,Follow on twitter: @vijaysardana With the conclusion of the first day of the 14th round of the GST Council’s meet, GST is heading closer to timely implementation across the country. The Council’s approval to over seven draft GST rules and fitment of over 1,211 commodities (with an exclusion of six items) in various tax slabs takes GST framework towards finality. With these announcements, India Inc now has sufficient information to realign its reporting systems and existing processes in line with GST requirements. The list of exemptions appears to be substantially trimmed, as compared to the existing regime, with only seven per cent of total items indicated to be kept nil-rated under GST. While this would broaden the tax base under GST, some of the sectors may be introduced to tax compliances, which could be new to them. Though this might lead to teething troubles for these sectors, overall benefits a

Political & Economic Analysis of CPEC (China Pakistan Economic Corridor)

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China - Pakistan Economic Corridor A need for Critical Political and Economic Analysis of CPEC By: Vijay Sardana (wrote on 16.05.2017) Let me start by some fundamental issues, which I will discuss in detail, in coming days. If CPEC is an Economic project, as claimed by Chinese media, then why it is without transparency and why excessive cost padding in every project and why insurance charges are among the highest in the world. What is the justification? Why open bidding is prevented by China , if China is clear that they are the least cost technology provider, they should be happy with the tendering process. Why they avoid open tendering process? It means either technology offered by them is outdated or too expensive or both. According to reports, the cost of power from CPEC projects will be 3 to 5 time higher than India, and Road toll is estimated to be Rs. 3 per kilometer, which is also much higher than India. This will put Pakistan into very disadvantageous

Case Studies for Food Safety Authorities to review Food Laws

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Case Studies for Food Safety Authorities to review Food Laws By:  Vijay Sardana Follow on twitter: @vijaysardana

Watch - Commodity Champions: Options In Commodities Market

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Watch - Commodity Champions:  Options In Commodities Market

Watch - Important Insights from Project Management Conclave at MDI

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Important Insights During Panel Discussion at Project Management Conclave, MDI, Gurgaon Moderated By: Vijay Sardana For updates, pl. follow at: Twitter: @vijaysardana Facebook: VijaySardanaOnline Panellist  were:  Mr DK Ojha, MOSPI, GOI Mr. Brij Nandan Yadav (Executive Director -DLF) Mr. Sharat Sharma (Director DMRC) Mr Ranganathan (IGL- MD) Mr. Anil Pathak (Director, H C S C India Pvt. Ltd) Dr. Chaterjee (Professor in Operations Management) Moderation: Mr. Vijay Sardana Mr DK Ojha, MOSPI, GOI https://youtu.be/SEUWKgEpkjo Mr. Sharat Sharma, Director- DMRC https://youtu.be/51eP-QBRs8k Anil Pathak, Director, Harman & MDI alumni https://youtu.be/DpFIEcPZ8F8 Prof. S Chatterjee, MDI https://youtu.be/XTegzzNT9bM Mr Ranganathan, MD, IGL https://youtu.be/_NOBq-SvlJE Mr Brij Yadav,  Executive Director -DLF https://youtu.be/Aci0hkvxx2Q

Watch - What effect will change in Financial Year have in Indian Economy?

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What effect will change in Financial year have in Indian economy?