New Delhi: Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has countered recent criticism of policy paralysis by announcing a slew of reforms, most of which have been slammed by the government, but welcomed by industry. Here's what's been cleared: Government clears 51% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in multi-brand retail - Foreign super-chains like Walmart can now sell directly to Indian customers. The plan was cleared last year but was suspended after adamant opposition by Congress ally, Mamata Banerjee.Government allows foreign airlines to buy into Indian carriers - Foreigners can own upto 49% of the airline. Earlier, all foreign investors except airlines could buy stake in Indian airlines. The reform will provide a new source of funding for the country's debt-laden airlines.PromotedListen to the latest songs, only on JioSaavn.comCabinet raises the FDI cap on various streams of broadcast services by up to 74 per cent. Government clears stake sale in four Public Sector Units (PSUs) - Oil India Ltd, Hindustan Copper, National Aluminium Company (Nalco) and MMTC.Also ReadCentre Notifies New FDI Rules For Space Sector Ahead Of Elon Musk's VisitIndia's Space Ecosystem Welcomes Foreign Investment Move, But Some CautiousIndia Approves 100% Foreign Investment In Space Sector