Foreign Direct Investment

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Private equity accounts for a large part of FDI inflows and FY21 saw big-ticket investments into Jio and Reliance Retail. — Representational image/DC

FDI inflows up 2% in FY22

FDI inflows to the tune of $83.57 billion were recorded in FY2 against $81.97 billion in FY21, a growth of 1.95 per cent

21 May 2022 11:21 AM

In the UK's case, there is a large opportunity for India in services trade. As per the agreements between the UK and the European Union, there would be minimal or nil customs tariffs for merchandise tariffs. — Representational image/Twitter

FTAs with UAE, UK, Oz likely this fiscal

FTA negotiations with the European Union and Bangladesh also are progressing, but may take some more time for getting finalised

30 Aug 2021 9:27 AM

Though the economy has begun to see an uptick in activity, the government may not get such elbowroom any time soon. (Representational image: PTI)

AA Edit | India is out of recession, but...

While India could be better placed than the Western countries, it would be wrong to say that its economy has come out of the woods

04 Mar 2021 8:47 AM

While the country attracted FDI valued around $286 billion in the past five years across sectors, defence and aerospace, which were projected as high potential sectors under ‘Make in India’, could grab only a measly Rs 1,834 crore, according to government data released on Monday.

Defence, aerospace get Rs 1,800 cr FDI in 5 years

The government had also announced two defence corridors-- in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh.

11 Feb 2020 4:17 AM

Walmart-owned Flipkart and rival Amazon were forced to overhaul their business models, having been upset by changes made late last year to rules governing foreign direct investment for e-commerce marketplaces.

Walmart chief seeks stable business environment from Modi: Report

In January, Walmart told the US government privately that India's new rules were regressive and had the potential to hurt trade ties.

22 Oct 2019 3:01 PM

In line with the Government of India's FDI policy, which allows 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in food retail for food produced and manufactured in India, Flipkart is applying for appropriate licenses from the government, Flipkart Group CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy said in a statement.

Flipkart ups ante against Amazon; to set up unit for food retail in India

Flipkart did not comment on the investments planned for the new venture.

15 Oct 2019 5:00 PM

Amending FDI norms for the manufacturing sector, it said foreign investment in 'manufacturing' sector is under automatic route.

DPIIT notifies FDI relaxation norms in coal mining, contract manufacturing, single-brand retail

It also notified the decision to allow 26 per cent FDI in digital media, a move over which certain industry and experts have raised issues.

18 Sep 2019 7:18 PM

Sources stated that the sector continues to be hit by confusion as the government is yet to outline both its objective and intent.

Confusion continues over 26 per cent FDI digital news media

Sources stated that the companies registered in India has to go through the FDI process if their foreign investment goes beyond the prescribed limit.

16 Sep 2019 7:30 AM

Govt to look at proposal to relax local sourcing norms for FDI in single brand retail

FM Nirmala Sitharaman in her Budget speech had said that local sourcing norms will be eased for FDI in single brand retail sector.

25 Aug 2019 12:32 PM

In the print media sector, 26 per cent FDI is allowed through government approval route. Similarly, 49 per cent FDI is permitted in broadcast media through government approval route. (Representational Image)

Govt to clarify on applicability of FDI policy on digital media: Sources

The present FDI policy is silent on the fast-growing digital media segment.

18 Aug 2019 1:28 PM

The current policy does not talk about contract manufacturing and it is not clearly defined in the policy. Big technology companies across the world are going for this, so there is a need for a clarification on the matter which government is considering positively, sources said.

Govt may permit 100 pc FDI in contract manufacturing: Sources

Commerce and industry ministry is working on a proposal that would be finalised soon and sent for Union Cabinet's approval.

11 Aug 2019 1:22 PM

No changes planned in multi-brand FDI policy: Piyush Goyal

On multi-brand retail we are very clear as of now it's a 49 pc restriction for foreign investment, Goyal said.

16 Jul 2019 7:23 PM

Budget 2019: Govt contemplating higher FDI in aviation, media, says Sitharaman

Global FDI flow slipped by 13 per cent in 2018 to USD 1.3 trillion, from 1.5 in the previous year.

05 Jul 2019 12:06 PM

The CAD, which is the net of foreign exchange inflows and outflows, had stood at USD 48.7 billion in 2017-18.

Economic Survey: Govt may further ease FDI norms to bridge current account deficit

The deficit increased to USD 57.2 billion or 2.1 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2018-19.

04 Jul 2019 3:02 PM

"Enforcement of contracts and arbitration process needs to be strengthened. Even when awards have been given, enforcing the awards remains a challenge," said Ficci in statement.

Ficci for increasing FDI cap in insurance to 74 per cent

In line with 100 pc FDI in food retail, a similar policy could be considered for multi-brand retail in products, said Ficci.

13 Jun 2019 7:02 PM

It was recently reported that out of 421 approved SEZs in India, only 355 were notified and just over half (231) were operational. (Photo: File)

Posturing not enough, only promoting SEZs will bolster FDI inflow

The government had constituted a committee under the chairmanship of industrialist Baba Kalyani to review the SEZ policy.

01 Mar 2019 12:15 AM

Amazon and Flipkart can only operate the marketplace model in India.

Explainer: What are India's new foreign direct investment rules for e-commerce?

Existing regulations state that e-commerce firms cannot exercise ownership over the goods sold on their online marketplace.

01 Feb 2019 11:02 AM

FDI flows can bridge capital deficit and remove the supply chain inefficiencies.

Strong case to revisit 'restrictive' FDI retail policy: report

India received USD 1.4 billion in FDI in the retail sector between 2000 and 2018, which is only 0.36 per cent of the overall FDI inflows.

14 Jan 2019 2:46 PM

The foreign direct investment (FDI) in the food processing sector has already touched the USD 1-billion mark so far this year, Food Processing Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal said on Tuesday.

FDI in food processing touches USD 1-billion mark this year: Badal

The government has been focusing on post harvest management and logistics.

25 Sep 2018 5:00 PM

Defence industries have attracted a meagre USD 10,000 (about Rs seven lakh) foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2017-18, Parliament was informed on Monday.

Defence industries attract a negligible USD 10,000 FDI in 2017-18

The government has put in place a liberal and transparent policy for FDI.

23 Jul 2018 5:37 PM

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