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Unwinding Investments: A Comprehensive Guide to Types of Disinvestment Disinvestment, the act of selling off assets or reducing ownership in a company, is a strategic maneuver employed by businesses and governments alike. It can be driven by a variety of factors, from financial distress to strategic realignment. Understanding the different types of disinvestment is crucial … Read more
The Shifting Sands of Disinvestment: A Deep Dive into India’s Current Policy India’s disinvestment policy, a cornerstone of its economic strategy, has undergone significant evolution over the years. From a hesitant approach in the early days of liberalization to a more aggressive stance in recent times, the government’s approach to divesting its stake in public … Read more
The New Industrial Policy of 1991: A Catalyst for Economic Transformation in India The year 1991 marked a pivotal moment in India’s economic history. Faced with a severe balance of payments crisis and a stagnating economy, the Indian government embarked on a path of radical economic reforms, culminating in the introduction of the New Industrial … Read more
Public sector has played an important role in achieving industrial self reliance. Iron and steel, railway equipment, petroleum, coal and fertilizer industries, have been developed in this sector. These industries were established in industrially backward regions. During the seventh five year plan an emphasis was laid on high technology, high value addition and knowledge based … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics on disinvestment: Disinvestment: The process of selling government-owned assets to private investors. PrivatizationPrivatization: The process of transferring ownership of a government-owned enterprise to private investors. Divestment: The process of selling off a portion of a government-owned enterprise to private investors. EquityEquity disinvestment: The sale of government-owned SharesShares in a … Read more
The Narasimham Committee – I: A Catalyst for India’s Financial Reforms The Indian financial sector in the late 1980s and early 1990s was characterized by inefficiency, lack of competition, and a heavy reliance on government control. This led to a stagnant economy and hindered growth. Recognizing the need for radical reform, the Indian government established … Read more