Softer growth in central & state capex seen; construction to support rural incomes next couple of years: Pranjul Bhandari, HSBC

Softer growth in central & state capex seen; construction to support rural incomes next couple of years:  Pranjul Bhandari, HSBC

Pranjul Bhandari, Managing Director, Chief India Economist, Asean Economist, HSBC, says “the construction-led activity has given an alternate source of income to rural India. And all of these things come in cycles. I think we are on the upward side of a new financial cycle and things like credit growth, housing prices, construction activity all … Read more

Delhi air pollution: As air improves, SC leaves it to govt to relax industry, construction bans

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The Supreme Court on Friday allowed the central government to consider relaxing curbs imposed on construction, entry of vehicles and industry in the Delhi NCR after the air quality in the region improved. The government’s newly created committee for air quality management will decide on representations made by various aggrieved stake holders within a week, … Read more