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Global carbon emissions slower than 2018, linked to India’s economic slowdown: Study
“Policies have been successful to varying degrees in deploying low-carbon technologies, such as solar, wind and electric vehicles. But these often add to existing demand for energy rather than displacing technologies that emit CO2, particularly in countries where energy demand is growing,” said study co-author Corinne Le Quere from the University of East Anglia in the UK.
India ranks 73rd in UN index assessing e-commerce readiness
India is ranked 73rd in the 2019 index, slightly improving its position from 80 in 2018 and 83 in 2017. According to the report, in India Internet shoppers as a share of Internet users was 11 per cent and Internet shoppers as a share of population 3 per cent in 2017.
India’s yield curve sees steepest rise in nine years, set to go up further
“As long as there is a lack of clarity on how the fiscal deficit targets will be met and as long as the RBI maintains it’s not bothered about market yields, the curve will continue to get steeper,” said Mahendra Jajoo, head of fixed income at Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. in Mumbai.
Could life insurance go up in smoke for some vapers?
“Getting insurance is really expensive for people who have taken steps to quit tobacco,” said Simon Manthorpe, CEO of British vaping product manufacturer Vapemate.
Govt open to further reforms,may cut personal income tax rates, says Nirmala Sitharaman
E-pharmacies await govt regulations for the sector
Another media report suggets, the government has issued an order to stop sale of online medicines till the draft rules for regulation of e-Pharmacies are finalised and come into force. The order issued on 28 November, 2019 by V G Somani, Drug Controller General (India), has directed all states and union territories to prohibit sale of medicines through online platforms without licenses with immediate effect.
‘One Nation One Ration Card’ to be effective nationwide from June: Ram Vilas Paswan
“This system would largely benefit the numerous migrant beneficiaries such as labourers, daily wagers, blue-collar workers etc. who frequently change their place of dwelling in search of employment or for other reasons across the country,” he said.
5 risk trends company directors and officers need to watch in 2020:Allianz
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• “Bad news” events, impact of climate change, bankruptcies and political challenges have increasing risk implications for directors and officers (D&Os)
• Growth of securities class actions and third party funding globally means litigation against companies and their D&Os is on the rise. US, Canada and Australia see highest activity but these trends are developing around the world
• Profitability of D&O insurance sector impacted in recent years due to increasing competition, growth in lawsuits and rising claims frequency and severity. Further volatility anticipated
Parliament passes bill to ban e-cigarettes; selling, storage prohibited
The bill defines electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) as electronic devices that heat a substance, which may contain nicotine and other chemicals, to create vapour for inhalation.
Salaries in India may rise over 9% in 2020, real wages by 5%: Global report
“Given the increasing cost pressures on the businesses, fixed salary sees a slow growth whereas high performers will continue to see a steady growth in total remuneration including performance incentives (short and long term),” .