Speculations are rife that land prices would shoot up 20 to 40 per cent as a result of the new Bill, depending on whom you ask. There are a thousand things that can be wrong about the new Act. But there are as many rights. Let's be fair: the new land acquisition Act-renamed to include the social justice that it sets out to ensure-is at once pain and gain.
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Thus spake the industry
The land acquisition bill would lead to further holding up of the infrastructure projects where many projects are already languishing due to the failure of authorities to acquire the necessary land for development.
Budget 2013 Reaction: HM Nerurkar, MD, Tata Steel
Given the global economic scenario, the Union Budget announced by the Finance Minister has made a great attempt to achieve inclusive growth and a sustainable economy. We cheer the thrust given to the infrastructure industry through investment allowance of 15% and various steps for mobilising funds for the growth of the industry.
Leaders required at all levels
Dearth of good talent is resulting in mid-level managers having to take on newer roles in sectors in which they have not worked before—needing them to innovate how they will lead teams. Rumjhum Chatterjee says leaders are not born but made.
Cement: Inflationary impacts
The last year and a half has seen high interest rates which have contributed to a subdued growth sentiment. For inclusive growth, it is vital that a correction in the interest rates is actioned so that