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Call Money: Understanding the Lifeline of the Financial Market Call money, also known as overnight money, plays a crucial role in the financial system, acting as a vital source of short-term liquidity for banks and other financial institutions. This article delves into the intricacies of call money, exploring its definition, functions, market dynamics, and significance … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics without any description for InfrastructureInfrastructure Financing: Public-private partnerships (PPPs) EquityEquityPrivate Equity (PE) Debt financing Equity financing Infrastructure BondsBonds Infrastructure funds Infrastructure banks Infrastructure development finance institutions (DFIs) Infrastructure project finance Infrastructure asset management Infrastructure regulation Infrastructure sustainability Infrastructure resilience Infrastructure transparency Infrastructure governance Infrastructure InvestmentInvestment Infrastructure planning Infrastructure delivery … Read more
The following are the subtopics of Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC): Engineering Procurement Construction Project Management Quality Control Safety Health EnvironmentEnvironment Social Responsibility Financial Management Risk Management Change Management Dispute Resolution Contract Management Stakeholder Management Communication Management Information Management Procurement Management Construction Management Commissioning Management Operation and Maintenance Management Decommissioning Management Engineering Procurement and Construction … Read more
Land is a finite resource. Land availability is only about 20% of the earth’s surface. Land is crucial for all developmental activities, for natural Resources, ecosystem Services and for agriculture. Growing Population, growing needs and demands for Economic Development, clean water, food and other products from Natural Resources, as well as degradation of land … Read more
The Rise of Private Sector Banks: A Force Reshaping India’s Financial Landscape The Indian banking sector, once dominated by public sector banks (PSBs), is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Private sector banks (PSBs) are emerging as a powerful force, challenging the status quo and reshaping the financial landscape. This article delves into the rise of private … Read more
Role of RBI Pre-reform Post-reform Developmental Role: the developmental role has increased in view of the changing structure of the economy with a focus on SMEs and Financial Inclusion Priority Sector Lending: Introduced from 1974 with Public Sector Banks. Extended to all Commercial Banks by 1992 In the revised guidelines for PSL the thrust is … Read more
Navigating the World of Money Market Instruments: A Comprehensive Guide The financial landscape is a complex tapestry woven with various instruments, each serving a specific purpose. Among these, money market instruments stand out as essential tools for managing short-term liquidity and mitigating risk. This article delves into the world of money market instruments, providing a … Read more
Monetary Policy TOOL: There are several direct and indirect instruments that are used for implementing monetary policy. Repo rate: The (fixed) interest rate at which the Reserve Bank provides overnight liquidity to banks against the collateral of government and other approved securities under the Liquidity Adjustment facility (LAF). Reverse Repo Rate: The (fixed) interest rate … Read more
Remote sensing: principles, electromagnetic spectrum, components and applications Remote sensing, also called earth observation, refers to obtaining information about objects or areas at the Earth’s surface without being in direct contact with the object or area. Humans accomplish this task with aid of eyes or by the sense of smell or hearing; so, remote sensing … Read more
Indian Horticulture. The small and marginal farmers and landless agricultural workers, artisans and petty shopkeepers in rural areas are provided financial assistance through the Regional Rural Banks in India. These regional rural banks operate under a commercial bank. Thus the commercial banks meet the credit requirements of all types of rural people. In India agricultural … Read more