Modi premium for Indian stocks gets a hard look after elections

Modi premium for Indian stocks gets a hard look after elections

In recent years, investors bullish on Indian equities have cited the promise of policy reforms and rapid economic growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi to justify its record premium over emerging-market peers. Now, with the leader facing coalition politics after a weaker-than-expected mandate in this week’s national election, the so-called Modi premium is under scrutiny. … Read more

I am against Afspa, but have to also see national security: Manipur CM N Biren Singh

I am against Afspa, but have to also see national security: Manipur CM N Biren Singh

The BJP is looking to form the next government in Manipur on its own. Chief minister Nongthombam Biren Singh told Bikash Singh that for the past five years, the BJP-led government had to face the “pushes and pulls” of a coalition government. He feels Manipur is witnessing pro-incumbency and said that he would work with … Read more