All stories by A K Bhattacharya
Odd-even rule: An escape route for Kejriwal?
Rediff.com28 Dec 2015With many exemptions and caveats, the road-rationing system may be another disappointment in reducing Delhi's pollution woes.
China-Japan rivalry, a big economic victory for India
Rediff.com14 Dec 2015Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's $12-billion loan at an incredibly low interest rate may have trumped China's aim to enter the enormous Indian Railways market, notes A K Bhattacharya.
Has Modi govt reduced the tax burden for India Inc?
Rediff.com10 Dec 2015The government's plan to cut the corporation tax rate while phasing out exemptions may be sound, but it may not mean a reduced tax burden for India Inc.
7th pay panel: Let's give credit where it is due
Rediff.com30 Nov 2015A lot has been written about the impact of the recommendations.
Focus on FDI, but domestic investments worry
Rediff.com16 Nov 2015A historical context would underline the same point.
Lesson for Railways to turn market savvy, attract more passengers
Rediff.com19 Oct 2015The Indian Railways must opt for a dynamic fare-fixing system and improve its management and marketing techniques.
Railway Minister deserves credit for a stellar performance
Rediff.com30 Sep 2015In the history of Indian railway budgets, Suresh Prabhu will perhaps be the first railway minister not to have announced either a single new train or a new railway line
Is Modi sarkaar wary of being politically unpopular?
Rediff.com25 Aug 2015The next general election is more than three years away. Yet, the Centre appears to be reluctant to take any bold move that might annoy influential sections of the electorate.
No big bang reforms, Govt's move to transform banks is confusing
Rediff.com19 Aug 2015The government package for public sector banks, announced last Friday, has been welcomed by the stock market with the PSU banking index booking smart gains.
NDA follows the UPA path to fund Air India despite huge losses
Rediff.com10 Aug 2015A mutually beneficial relationship between the airline and the govt is the reason for its continued funding.
Modi initiatives that are paving the way for reforms
Rediff.com14 Jul 2015These are initiatives not commonly seen in economic administration.
How fit is India's food regulator?
Rediff.com15 Jun 2015Recent data on the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India show its commendable performance. But there is an urgent need to address certain issues related to the way it functions and its infrastructure, says A K Bhattacharya.
Why Modi changed his media tune
Rediff.com14 May 2015A series of political reverses like the government's failure to get crucial bills passed by the Rajya Sabha has made the prime minister realise that he needs to fine-tune his approach to both the Opposition parties and the media, says A K Bhattacharya.
The imperfections of India's GST regime
Rediff.com29 Apr 2015There could be a strong incentive for tax payers to avoid the higher tax burden.
First major shocker for Modi Sarkar: Exports are down
Rediff.com1 Apr 2015The question is whether the Indian economy has the advantage of other vibrant sectors that can step up their performance on the exports front, says A K Bhattacharya.
All about the politics of Budget
Rediff.com4 Mar 2015The finance minister defended the change in the tax rates.
Why this Budget is a challenging one for the Modi government
Rediff.com24 Feb 2015The Budget will indicate where the Modi government stands on reforms, growth and development.
Budget: Meeting expectations is a big challenge
Rediff.com24 Feb 2015Will Arun Jaitley present an innovative Budget?
Rediff.com9 Feb 2015The FM could scrap the secrecy around tax rates.
Battleground Delhi: Why AAP looks confident
Rediff.com4 Feb 2015The opinion polls give the edge to the AAP over the BJP and Congress