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Principle Approval For Kerala Bank

The banking sector of Kerala is gearing up for a comprehensive change with the coming of Kerala Bank. The Reserve Bank has given its principle approval for setting up of the Kerala bank. Money News; Episode:115.

Rising Global Crude Oil Prices Hit Indian Economy

The rise in global crude oil prices have drastically affected the Indian economy. Rising prices has resulted in inflation and current account deficit, Money News; Episode: 114.

Deluge Destroys Rubber Sector

The recent deluge has destroyed the rubber sector. The rubber farmers faced the strong set-back. Money News. Episode: 113.

Crop Loss; Crop Insurance Is The Solution

The farmers in the state have a loss of more than Rs 1000 crore in the deluge. Many of the farmers who have not taken crop insurance had suffered huge financial losses. Money News. Episode: 112

Flood Affects Economy

Natural calamities always affects the economy. Be it a flood, cyclone or earthquake, it will adversly affect the financial sector. The recent deluge had affected the entire economy of the state. Money News. Episode: 111.

Khadi board aims for a big sale

Khadi board is expecting to have a great sale during this festive season. They are planning to make big discount offers on branded clothes. Money News, Episode: 110

Tourism Development at Bekal

The picturesque beach and historic fort at Bekal attracts tourists from different part of the world. The Bekal Resource Development Corporation is making new plans for the tourism development of the spot. Money News. Episode: 109

Fish Farmers Development Society

A new fish merchant's group has been formed through whatsapp named Fish Farmers Development Society, aimed at providing toxic free fish to homes. Money News. Episode: 108

Karkidakam- a month of health and rejuvenation

The Malayalam month of Karkidakam is best known for being the time for health and rejuvenation. Owing to this the health related businesses of Kerala has shot-up. The Karkidakam health package businesses has a turn-over of crores of rupees. Money New

Business hostile Kerala

A study conducted by the World Bank and Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion shows that it is not easy to start a business in Kerala. Kerala holds 21st position in India in the rankings. The Kerala Investment Promotion and Facilitation Act is

Onam market is getting active

The home appliances and electronic market is getting active for the coming Onam season. Major companies in the country are trying to increase the maximum number of sales by making heavy offers. Money News. Episode: 105

One year of GST

GST, is one of the greatest reforms implemented in independent India. Lets see what all changes the Goods and Services Tax have brought in the economy sector and also how it has affected common people. One year of GST. Money news. Episode: 104.

Kerala forms Yoga Circuit

The first phase of Yoga Circuit, with a view to welcome international tourists to Kerala, has become a success. The yoga practitioners from all over the world had come to Kerala in connection with this. This project plans to showcase Kerala as a plac

Ayur Start 2018 to boost Ayurvedic sector

Our market for Ayurvedic products is huge. But, there are not enough ideas and enterprises proportionate to that. To address this issue, Confederation of Indian Industries is organising a startup contest called Ayur Start 2018. Money News, Episode 10

Start Ups spread to health sector

Startups, which were confined to the IT sector, is now spreading wings in the health services also. Manipal Academy of Higher Education is on a project to nurture entrepreneurship among students and to make them capable of making new inventions. This

Major reforms in UAE

Malayalees in UAE to benefit from the coming of the 10 year residential visa. There are also plans to provide 100 % ownership rights to the foreign investors. Money News. Episode: 100

Ayurvedic Medicine Industry in severe crisis

The Ayurvedic medicine manufacturing sector in Kerala is going through a severe crisis due to the delay in obtaining licences and permissions. Several manufacturers are shifting their base to other states due to this. Money News, Episode: 99.

GST for rubber wood setback for farmers

High rate of GST for rubber wood has become a huge setback for farmers. The decision would also have an adverse impact on the wood industry in the state. Money News, Episode: 98

Unseen beauties of Munnar

Munnar is among the top most tourism destinations in the country. Most of the tourists stay in Munnar for two to three days and return. There are some spots in Munnar which nobody has seen yet and Munnar Destination Makers takes one there. Money News

Huge potential for oyster farming

Oysters are among the rare delicacies of the sea. Though it is farmed widely in Kerala, we haven't exploited its potential fully. In this episode, we take a look at the opportunities it offers. Money News, Episode 96.

Wayanad DTPC to go 'Way Beyond' to attract tourists

The tourism potential of Wayanad is known all over the world. Wayanad District Tourism Promotion Council is in a bid to promote it at the national level to increase footfalls in the districts. Money News, Episode: 95

Securing digital future of Kerala

What does the digital future holds for Kerala? At a time when technology advances by the nanosecond, Kerala needs to keep ahead of technology so as to survive. The #Future digital conference was an important milestone in the road towards securing the

E-way bill: All you wanted to know

E-way bill for the inter-state movement of goods will be implemented from 1 April this year. If the documents are not submitted in time, that would have an adverse impact on the trade. Here is all the traders need to know about the e-way bill. Money

Exemptions to cruise tourists

The union government is implementing programmes to encourage cruise tourism in India. The last among these measure is the exemption to cruise tourists who come to India with e-visa from the requirement of biometric enrolment till December 31, 2020. M

Pepper prices going south despite Centre's intervention

The decision of the union government to lower the import price of pepper hasn't benefited either farmers nor importers. There has been no perceptible rise in the price of pepper post the announcement. Money News, Episode: 91

Attention, PSU bank investors!

The public sector banks are going through a very tough time now. In addition to the very high amounts of NPA they have accumulated over time, the financial irregularities being detected affect them. Here are some tips for those who have invested in p

Restaurant tops chart in a single year!

There are several quality restaurants in our state. For a restaurant to be successful, quality food and a nice ambience is necessary. More than that, good ratings by restaurant rating companies are needed. Here we bring to you a story on a restaurant

Long term capital gains tax to impact markets

The decision to levy 10 percent tax on long term capital gains exceeding Rs 1 lakh would have a negative impact on the economy. Money News, Episode 88.

Union budget announcement gives wings to Kumarakam| Money News, Episode 87

Kumarakam, which has been selected as one among the ten tourism sites selected to be developed as iconic tourist destinations, gives new hope to tourism in Kerala. Post the responsible tourism project, this announcement in the union budget is expecte

India pins hopes on Union Budget

The Union Finance Minister is gearing up to present the Union Budget even as the currency ban effect and the sluggishness caused by the GST are still lingering. The upcoming Lok Sabha elections will certainly have an effect on the budget. Along with

CCTV sales hit a new high - Money News

Over the years, CCTVs have become an indispensable gadget. Even commoners are interested in installing them at their residences and business firms. The growing demand for CCTVs has improved its sales too. Money News, Episode: 85

After localisation, Gulf expatriates to bear VAT burden

Ever since the oil prices started falling, the Arab countries have been going through a tough financial phase. To tide over the crisis, the UAE and Saudi Arabia introduced VAT system. The new tax regime and the localisation have created a hostile env

Indian economy welcomes 2018 with high hopes

A New Year dawns amidst concerns over India's current economic condition. The rise in fiscal deficit and additional borrowing were the key issues faced by the Union Government lastly. Despite the setbacks, reports forecasting a steady growth for the

Is Bitcoin safe?

Is Bitcoin safe? New trends in gift market, Money News Episode 82

Automobile sector showing upward trend, Money News, Episode 81

Amid the financial crisis, the automobile sector is witnessing a growth. Apart from marking a the surge in sale, various manufacture have announced new offers and discounts too. this is the perfect time for those who plan to make a purchase. Money Ne

Best of times for housing loan!

It seems this is the best time to avail a housing loan. The mutual friends are getting popular by the day. Money News, Episode: 80

Aadhar mandatory for mutual funds : Money News, episode 79

Aadhar is becoming compulsory for all financial transactions. Now it has been made mandatory to link mutual funds and insurance plans with Aadhar. If linking is not done, it will not be able to withdraw from these accounts. Money News, episode 79.

Japanese festival...

A Japanese festival helps Kerala enterprises gain entry in Japanese markets. An item on soaps made of mud. Money News, Episode 78

Reduction in GST not reflecting in prices:Money news episode 77

GST council has announced reduction in GST of 178 items following sharp rise in their price after GST implementation. But it will take some more time for the reduction in GST to reflect in the prices. At the same time, hotels in the State have increa

Traders suffer due to GST

The present situation of traders in Surat tells the after effect of traders. The small scale traders and gold merchants suffer after the implementation of GST. Money News, Episode 76.

Plantation sector moving towards greater crisis

Most of what is grown in Kerala is grown on plantations. 41.8% produce from Kerala is from plantations. But today, the plantation sector is facing severe crisis. This also adversely affects the financial situation in the State and laborers. Money New

Help to public sector banks

Banks to receive aid from the Centre. Small scale and medium scale industries expect more loans. Kerala is a failure on the solar energy generating front. Coconut oil prices soar. Money News, episode 74

Online stores capture the market

Online stores raked in profits this Onam and Diwali. Though sales declined in shopping malls and other shops post GST, this did not affect online sales. Money News, episode 86

Hundred days of GST

A hundred days are past since GST has been introduced in the country. Though it was expected that the prices of commodities would come down when one nation, one tax system is implemented, what happened was the straight opposite. The much hoped benefi

What investors should be careful of...

Investors always look forward to cuts in interest rates. As the economy is going through a slow down, everyone hoped the RBI would slash interest rates. But none of that happened and the RBI decision to keep key rates unchanged affected the markets.

Spiralling fuel prices burn common man's pockets

The spiralling fuel prices are putting heavy burden on common man. It is burning the pockets of vehicle users and triggering price rise in the country. When the centre turning a blind face to people's problem and trying to protect the interest of oil

Country towards recession

The Indian economy that stood steady even in the time of global recession is of late going through tough times. Manufacturing has come down drastically and inflation has risen. Unemployment too is on the increase. Money News, episode 68.

Hi-tech farming running into loss

Many have shifted to Hi-tech farming due to the initial hype connected with it without actually understanding the process. This has lead to many hi-tech farming running into loss and the investment becoming a failure. Money News, Episode 67.

KSIDC comes up with YES Summit

The Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC) is organising Young Entrepreneurs Summit (YES). The prime objective of the summit is to provide an ideal platform to Start Up Entrepreneurs and selected student innovators from across the s

Onam market and GST

With Onam round the corner, Money News looks at the impact of GST in Onam market. Money News, Episode 66.

Kerala-based companies make it big at bourses!

Kerala-based companies have made great strides in the stock market recently. Nambisans conquer ghee market. Money News, Episode: 72

Khadi products to conquer world

The festival season is on its way and the Khadi sector is full of hopes, as usual. This is the time when Khadi clothes and other products are sold the most. The Kerala Khadi and Village Industries Board extends all help to the units for the festival

Wayanad's tourism sector records growth

Wayanad's tourism sector has recorded 10-15 % growth giving hope for tourism dreams of the district. It is expected that in the coming season more flow of tourists to Wayanad will take place. Money News, Episode 62

Gold to have same price all over country

A uniform price for gold all over the country is on the anvil. Prawns from Andhra is exported from Kochi. Dhanalaxmi bank MD Sreeram dismisses chances of merger. Money News, Episode 60.

Season of change in start ups : Money News

It is the season of change in start ups. Government comes up with plans to attract angel investors. Success stories from dairy farming. A traditional machine which can be used to wash cars. Money News, Episode: 59

Vanilla prices skyrocketing

The prices of Vanilla is skyrocketing. Also catch other news from the biz world including Hyper Market and latest from money market. Money News, Episode 57.

Chicken prices and GST

What will happen to the price of chicken when the GST is implemented, Money News explores the issue. There are other items including the one on Kerala Feeds. Money News episode 57

Rehabilitation of non resident Indians

What is required for the rehabilitation of non resident Indians? Money news, episode 56

Layoffs and IT sector

With IT companies are resorting to mass lay off employees in large scale, what is the future of IT in India? Money News discuss with experts. Money News, Episode: 53

New paths for agricultural entrepreneurs

Agro companies are providing fresh hope to farmers in Kerala. If such companies work according to plan they will become successful. Some such companies have started operations in Malappuram. Money News: Episode:54

Tour operators using social media for promotion

Tour operators in Kerala are searching new options to rope in tourists to the state. Moving ahead with time they are using social media for tourism promotion. Money News, Episode 53

CIFT promotes value added fish products

Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT), Kochi has started incubation centres for value added products on fish. Also, CIFT has developed their own fish products which will hit the market. Money News, Episode 52.

Sensex: What will be in store this financial year?

In the last financial year, the pace of sensex gave hope to everyone. What will be in store this financial year? Money News, Episode 51.

Startups in fish farming

Start ups are coming in fish farmings also. The CMFRI has come up with such a project. Other stories in this edition of Money News include digital banking services of SBI and chocolates under the banner of Kudumbasree. Episode 150.

Postal Banking to overcome exploitation

Postal Payment Bank provides relief to customers who are being charged high service charges. Money News: Episode 49

Kannur airport: Sky is the limit!

Kannur airport is all set to 'fly high'! This episode of Money News has also stories on the potential of coconut products and bamboo products. Episode 48.

State budget amid crisis

This year's state budget is being presented amidst financial crisis. One of the greatest challenge faced by Finance Minister Thomas Isaac is to tide over the problems created by demonetisation. Money News, Episode 47.

An exclusive apparel park for women...

The KSIDC has come up with an exclusive apparel park for women in Kerala. At the Inkel business park in Ankamali, only those companies headed by women will be given space to operate. Money News, Episode 46.

KSFE to tap NRKs by starting special chit

The state government run Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE), is trying to tap NRIs by starting NRI chits. The NRKs, who are key drivers of the Kerala GDP are now getting an investment option through chits. Learn more about the new offer from

Changes in tax structure after budget 2017

This episode of Money News looks mainly at the changes that will reflecting in the tax structure after budget 2017. Also catch all the latest in the biz world. Money News, Episode 44

Union Budget preview and MUDRA non-banking loans

Big News Exclusive considers expectations from the post-demonetisation Union Budget. Jiji Mammen, CEO of Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency explains the criteria and modalities on disbursement of loans to small entrepreneurs/groups. Appeari

Know all about National Pension Scheme

National Pension Scheme (NPS) is a voluntary defined contribution pension system regulated by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). In this episode of Money News learn all about NPS. Episode 42.

Things you should know when taking home loan

Banks are bringing down the loan interest rates. What all should you keep in mind while taking home loan. Which are the banks that offer home loans with lowest interest rate. Money News, Episode 41.

Prospects of handicrafts market

The possibilities for handicrafts markets in Kerala ate limitless. If the agriculture and handloom sectors are connected with tourism sector, it will be a leap forward for the traditional sectors of Kerala as well. The handicrafts festival in Iringal

On Vyapar 2017

Kerala is among the states in the country in the forefront of small scale industrial entrepreneurship. The state is trying to promote such startups and to find new markets for them. The government is planning to hold a B2B meeting named Vyapar 2016.

Extra income and Income Tax

What one should do if he has money exceeding the income tax limit? This episode tries to give you some clear answers. In addition to this, there are are stories like the one on Kasargod Weavers' Cooperative society and tips on shares good for investm

Income tax and expatriates

The things that NRKs should be careful about with respect to income tax. Kerala will have its own bank very soon. Finance minister Dr Thomas Isaac speaks. And an item on Farmers' F Sez. Money News, Episode 37.

ESAF, first micro finance ban in Kerala

For the first time after Independence, a firm in Kerala has been given a banking licence. Head quartered in Thrissur, Evangelical Social Action Forum, ESAF, plans to take banking services to the thousands of people who cannot access them. Money News,

Demonetisation and tax rules

The demonetisation and the follow up measures adopted by the government has affected all alike. Many are concerned as what to do with their savings and also the how deposits invites tax. Tax expert Joseph Varghese clears all the doubts. Money News, E

UPI for Virtual Banking

Indian banks are becoming tech savvy with the launch of next-generation payment services, taking customers to the virtual world of new age banking landscape. Unified Payments Interface (UPI), the advanced version of Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) i

KITCO comes up with 'My enterprise'

Kerala-based KITCO is expanding its operation and going to have a Indian footprint with the former winning many projects. It was able to win many consultancy deals from across the country. Also in order to promote new investors and entrepreneurs KIT

Muhurat trading session on BSE, NSE

In share market this Diwali is time for auspicious investment. Known as Muhurat Trading session it will be held held between 6.30 pm and 7.30 pm on BSE, NSE . Share market experts tell you , Money News, Episode 32.

Online shopping: Things one should be careful about

Internet rules the world. from bill payments to shopping and booking of tickets, so many services are being accessed through internet in our daily lives. In this auspicious season of Diwali, we are flooded with attractive offers and discounts from on

Return of purchase tax rattles jewellers

The gold jewellery business finds itself in a crisis now. The reason is, the government has decided to collect the purchase tax it announced in 2014. The jewellers are being forced to cough up thousands of crores of rupees due to the printing mistak

All about PMAY

Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (PMAY) is launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to achieve Housing for All in urban areas by 2022 when the Nation completes 75 years of its Independence. Here is a detailed report on the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Awaas

Scope of homestays in Kerala

Homestays are becoming a trend in Kerala. Money News discusses the scope of home stays in Kerala. Money News, Episode 28.

God's Own Country in crisis as tourists bypass it

World Tourism Day is observed on 27 September. Though extolled as God's Own Country, the ground reality of tourism in the state is entirely different. As the travellers continue to bypass Kerala, is our economy as a whole suffering its consequences?

Crabs from Kerala in huge demand in International market

Crabs from farms in Kerala are finding their way to international market and are in huge demand. The fish lovers in Singapore and Japan are the main customers for the crabs from Kerala crab farms. Leveraging the opportunity to the maximum, tonnes of

Diamond Jubilee year of LIC

Life Insurance Corporation has announced a special one-time bonus to policyholders as part of its Diamond Jubilee celebrations this year. We take a look at the success of the the national insurance company that completed 60 years of service. Money N

Norka Roots extends help to Gulf returnees

As the fall in oil price and the companies are asked to employee more Arab nationals, many expatriates are returning to the homeland. But here in the motherland, the Norka Roots is extending all support for them. Till now these people were working fo

ATM @ 50

It is been fifty years since ATMs came to exist. Here is a detailed report on ATM's safety. Money News, Episode: 22

How to invest in Debenture?

Without increasing its share capital, a company can borrow from the general public by issuing certificates for a fixed period of time with a fixed rate of interest. Such a loan certificate is called a debenture. Learn all about investment option of d

Shopping malls @ 60

It been exactly sixty years since world's first shopping mall started functioning at US, which redefined the concept of consumerism. In this context, Money News is inquiring about the present scenario of mall industry in Kerala. Money News, Episode:

Income Tax returns verification process

After online filing of returns, verification can be completed in two ways. Money News tells you the process. Episode 19

File your returns before July 31st

July 31st is the last date to submit tax returns. Financial experts clears various doubts about filing of returns and availing various tax benefits. Money News, Episode 18.

Kochi Startup Village all set to launch phase II

The development of second phase of the Kochi startup village is progressing. Already sanction has been accorded for the development by the Ministry of Science and Technology. Kochi startup village is the first telecom incubator in the country. In the

Know about Income Declaration Scheme

The Income Tax department has declared a special scheme so that people who have past undisclosed income can come clean by declaring it under (Income Declaration Scheme) IDS 2016 by paying the requisite tax and penalties. The big story gives you all t

A project for startups

Will gold price hike continue? Now don't wander about for repairing workers. Eastern group ventures into a project for helping startups. Money News, Episode: 22

Cochin Shipyard en route for an IPO

Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), one of the major shipbuilding and maintenance facilities in India is going for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) towards the end of the fiscal. CSL builds vessels for defence and also for private players. It is also acti

GST, Pankaja Kasthuri and brand building

When Goods and Services Tax will be implemented in the country, what could be the changes in the tax structure? Money News examines the issue in detail. The episode features the success story of Pankaja Kasthuri and a few tips from Joy Alukkas on how

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