Parliament nod must for telecom plan, says HC
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday observed that it would allow the implementation of the revenue-sharing package subject to ratification by the new Parliament.

Ficci moots steps to protect sugar sector from imports
In order to support the Indian sugar industry which is reeling under pressure due to large cheap imports, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) has suggested a number of measures.

Fiscal deficit may rise by Rs 20,000 cr, says I-sec
The fiscal deficit in the current financial year is expected to increase by Rs 20,000 crore to Rs 100,000 crore, up from the budgeted fiscal deficit of Rs 80,000 crore, said the latest debt market report of ICICI Securities, released on Tuesday.

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