Abhijit Lele is a reporter for Business Standard, with a focus on national news in India. His work has also been featured in Rediff.com India Ltd. Abhijit covers a wide range of topics, including finance, banking, and economic trends, providing in-depth analysis and reporting on key issues impacting the Indian economy.
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Abhijit Lele's coverage is heavily focused on business, finance, and the economy in India. His articles frequently cite data and press releases, indicating a preference for fact-based reporting. Given this emphasis on data-driven insights, he may be most receptive to pitches from experts who can provide detailed analysis of financial trends or interpret economic data within the Indian context.
The topics covered suggest that Abhijit would likely appreciate pitches related to banking regulations, government policies impacting finance and investments in India. Additionally, given his interest in specific companies' financial decisions and outcomes (as evidenced by "Fusion MicroFinance plans to cut its bank funding share"), he might respond well to sources with direct knowledge or involvement in such developments.
When reaching out to Abhijit Lele with story ideas or expert commentary, consider tailoring your pitch around current financial trends affecting India’s banking sector or regulatory changes influencing investments within the country's economy.
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By: Abhijit Lele
State Bank of India – the country's largest lender – is aiming for a complete shift in loans to the SME sector of up to Rs 5 crore, from collateral-based
Slated to become upper layer NBFC with listing plans
By: Abhijit Lele
Singapore-based CapitaLand Investment Ltd (CLI) is planning to more than double its funds under management (FUM) in India by 2028 from the current base of S$7.4 billion.
He said SBI has been able to create resilience in the system. While ensuring this, the country's largest lender had to ensure an improved customer experience against the backdrop of legacy systems
By: Abhijit Lele
Separately, NIIF IFL will also raise up to Rs 3,500 crore through non-convertible debentures to carry out refinancing operations. It carries an “AAA” rating from CRISIL.
Bankers said these sectors stand out from the overall trend
By: Abhijit Lele
India needs to spend 8-10 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on infrastructure for sustaining high single digit growth rate over next couple of decades
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