In the last 18 months, there has been a subtle, yet perceptible shift in focus in infraÂstructure field. In government circles incluÂding the political management of the ecoÂnomy and bureaucracy,
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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
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Revised proposal for 'no-go' area projects
The Coal Ministry has asked states to give fresh proposals to the Environment Ministry for projects stuck in no-go areas. This would help redeem investment amounting to Rs 40,000 crore in key infrastructure projects in power, cement and steel sectors.
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Railways plans new investment policy
Railways plans to go with build, operate and transfer (BOT) model as part of a new investment policy to attract priÂvate participation in rail conÂÂneÂctivity and capacity augÂmeÂntation projects.
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Japan to invest in road, maritime sectors
After investing in the railways and metro rail transportation in India, Japan is looking to step up its investments in roads and maritime sectors. A Japanese delegation led by Takeshi Maeda, Japanese Minister for Land, Infrastructure,
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Over $100 bn investment in nuke sector expected
Commerce and Industry Minister Anand Sharma expressed hope that the country will see investments in excess of $100 billion in the nuclear power sector alone in the coming two decades. The minister expects that at least a quarter of these will come from France.
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Finance instruments for infra
Construction Federation of India (CFI) has recommended the government to introduce sector specific innovative financing instruments in the areas of roads, housing, power and ports since these sectors are facing dearth of adequate funds for the execution of their projects.
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Private sector investment in IWT
The Prime Minister has iniÂtiated a move to fast track the development and use of Inland Waterways Transport (IWT) involving the private sector and public sector undertakings.
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Reliance Power, Shell plan LNG terminal
Reliance Power and Shell are discussing a plan to form a joint venture to set up first east-coast LNG terminal in India. According to industry sources, the proposed new terminal is expected to involve an investment of Rs 3,000 crore.
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JP Morgan invests Rs 100-cr in green power
JP Morgan Asset Management has recently invested Rs 100 crore in Leap Green Energy, a company promoted by India's ace motor racer Narain KarÂthiÂkeyan's family. Leap Green owns installed capacity of 100 MW of wind assets,