Big infra boost for India: Abu Dhabi keen to invest Rs 35,000 cr

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Big infra boost: Abu Dhabi keen to invest Rs 35,000 crore on 50 Indian highway projects Under the TOT model, roads already built by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) are awarded to the private sector in lieu of an upfront fee. read more Budget 2016: Government may end excise exemptions for some grocery items in preparation for GST More than 300 goods are exempted from excise duty while there's a blanket exemption for manufacturers with a turnover below Rs 1.5 crore. Unilever CEO Paul Polman praises PM Modi for Swachh Bharat and Smart City initiatives Polman said India's advantage is young people with passion and the fact that it is the fastest-growing economy amid tepid global growth.

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