Kerosene usage drops significantly by 26% CAGR during FY14-23: Data

Government policies aimed at promoting clean energy have led to a significant annual decrease in kerosene consumption in the country, with a sharp decline of 26 percent Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) observed between 2013-14 and 2022-23.

India's first oil palm processing unit opens in Arunachal

India’s first integrated Oil Palm Processing Unit, initiated by 3F Oil Palm, one of the country’s largest Oil Palm development companies, commenced its commercial operations on Saturday.

WATER CRISIS IN INDIA'S 'SILICON VALLEY' POSES PRESSING CHALLENGE, SAY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

The water crisis in Bengaluru presents a daunting challenge exacerbated by rapid urbanisation and population growth, and it is impacting households as also the IT and tech hubs’ operations, say city residents who are facing stringent water restrictions

Mkts to remain volatile amid US Fed rate decision speculations: Analysts

Analysts anticipate that stock markets will closely monitor the US Fed interest rate decision this week, along with global market trends and foreign investors’ trading activities.

Market cap of top 10 firms dips by Rs 2.23 trillion

Five of the top 10 valued firms faced a combined erosion of Rs 2,23,660 crore from their market valuation last week, with Reliance Industries and Life Insurance Corporation of India taking the steepest hit amid an overall bearish trend in equities.

India's smartphone exports to US soar to $3.53B in Apr-Dec FY24

India’s smartphone exports to the US witnessed a substantial surge, reaching USD 3.53 billion from April to December in this fiscal year, in stark contrast to USD 998 million during the same period the previous year, as per data from the Commerce Ministry.

FPIs pour over Rs 40,000 cr into Indian equities

FPIs came back strongly to invest in the Indian equity markets, buying shares worth Rs 40,710 crore in the first fortnight of the month amid an improvement in the global economic landscape and robust domestic macroeconomic outlook.

ADANI GROUP SET TO INVEST $14 BILLION, FUELING FUTURE GROWTH IN FY25

The group had previously guided a 100 billion capex over the next 7-10 yrs. Most of this investment is going to go into group fasterowing businesses airports, renewable and green hydrogen

LTFH wins ICC social impact summit award 2024

L&T Finance Holdings Ltd. (LTFH), a leading retail. financier, is pleased to announce that its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative has won 'Jury Choice Award' at the 6th Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Social Impact Summit Awards 2024.

Vridhi Home Finance now available on Bajaj Markets

Bajaj Markets has partnered with Vridhi Home Finance, a leading NBFC to enable its users to benefit from affordable home loans and smart refinancing options.

SEBI relaxes certain disclosure norms for foreign portfolio investors

In relief and to facilitate ease of doing business for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), the Board of capital market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approved a proposal to relax the timelines for disclosure of material changes by such overseas investors.

TATA AIA LIFE INSURANCE INTRODUCES HOST OF FUNDS

Driven by its core value of consumer obsession, Tata AIA Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (Tata AIA), one of India's leading life insurers, has introduced a host of funds, over time, for the benefit of consumers.

Delhi HC appoints ex-SC judge as observer for JNUSU elections

The Delhi High Court has appointed former Supreme Court judge V Ramasubramanian as an 'observer' to oversee the activities of the election committee established for the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students Union (JNUSU) elections for the 2023-24 academic year.

Delhi HC refuses to extend interim bail of Ramesh Chandra

The Delhi High Court declined to further extend the interim medical bail granted to realty firm Unitech's founder Ramesh Chandra in a money laundering case and directed him to surrender before the jail superintendent on Saturday.

Supreme Court to hear HP MLAs’ plea challenging disqualification on Mar 18

The Supreme Court is set to hear on March 18 a plea filed by six Congress rebels who cross-voted in the recent Rajya Sabha polls in Himachal Pradesh, challenging their disqualification from the state assembly.

ASADUDDIN OWAISI MOVES SC SEEKING STAY ON CAA

President of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), Asaduddin Owaisi, has moved the Supreme Court seeking a stay on the enforcement of the Citizenship Amendment Rules until the apex court resolves the challenges to the constitutional validity of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019.

HOW TECHNOLOGY IS TRANSFORMING AND RESHAPING GUEST EXPERIENCES

We live in a time where technology has taken center stage in our day-to-day routine. From our handheld devices to the automated houses we call home, we lean on technology to improve and simplify numerous facets of our everyday reality.

Ultraviolette launches fast charging stations

Ultraviolette Automotive, an electric vehicle platform has rolled out its cutting-edge fast charging infrastructure - UV Supernova -- with 6 kW offering introduced as Supernova, while its 12 kW counterpart is designated Supernova plus.

Uber launches new feature to track carbon emissions

Uber has announced a whole new way for riders to track their contribution in reducing carbon emissions to the environment with the launch of 'Emission Savings'. This new feature will give Uber riders visibility on how many kilograms of CO2 emissions they saved by riding in Uber Green vehicles.

Tata Motors to set up manufacturing facility in TN

Tata Motors Group has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government of Tamil Nadu to explore the settingup of a vehicle manufacturing facility in the state.

GOVT OKAYS E-VEHICLE POLICY, PROMOTES DOMESTIC PRODUCTION

The Government's approval of an electric vehicle policy to promote India as a manufacturing destination for EVs with the latest technology marks another significant step towards accelerating the adoption of cutting-edge technology and fostering innovation in India's automotive sector by attracting investments in the e-vehicle space by reputed global EV manufacturers.

DECCAN CEMENT: GROWTH AMID INDIAN CONSOLIDATION CEMENT

There is consolidation in the Indian cement sector even after Adani Group's large acquisition of cement assets of ACC, Ambuja and Sanghi Industries.

Bhutan PM seeks better air link with India, targets 150,000 Indian tourists

Bhutan Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay has sought enhanced access by air to Bhutan and industry support going forward to strengthen the linkage as the South Asian neighbour plans to target 1,50,000 Indian tourists in the coming years.

M&A, private equity deals values decline 77% in Feb 24

Mergers and acquisitions and private equity activity in India took a backseat in February 2024 with the country witnessing 144 deals amounting to USD 1.4 billion, reflecting stable deal activity but a significant decline in values by 77 per cent and only a slight increase in volumes compared to January due to absence of major transactions and undisclosed deal values last month.

AS SHIPPING DISRUPTIONS HIT 5-MONTH MARK, BUSINESSES GEAR UP FOR ADVERSE IMPACT IN FY25

Amidst Red Sea shipping disruptions hitting the five month mark, India may well have countered the formidable tide with the highest monthly merchandise exports of USD 41.40 billion-an increase of about 12 per cent year-on-year -- but the crisis is still brewing and the likely visibility of the adverse impact on trade data in the new fiscal - remains a key challenge for Indian exporters.

INDIA LOGS HIGHEST MONTHLY EXPORT GROWTH OF 11.86% IN FEB

\"India continued to defy a daunting and persisting set of global challenges to world trade well into 2024, to post a robust export performance with its merchandise trade logging the highest monthly dispatches in the current financial year so far at USD 41.40 billion in February 2024, an increase of 11.86 per cent year-on-year growth over USD 37.01 billion in February 2023.

IMF criticises Pak finance ministry declaration that all targets have been achieved

The IMF has expressed its displeasure to cash-strapped Pakistan's claim that it had achieved all structural benchmarks, and quantitative and indicative targets even before scrutinising and completing the review by the global lender.

Qwik supply 3rd largest electoral bond buyer; Reliance says co not its subsidiary

Qwik Supply Chain Priknown company with registered address at Navi Mumbai's Dhirubhai Ambani Knowledge City (DAKC) and having links to Reliance Industries, was the third largest donor to political parties using electoral bonds. It bought Rs 410 crore of electoral bonds between financial years 2021-22 and 202324 but Reliance said the company is not a subsidiary of any Reliance entity.

Paytm secures 5 handles for UPI transactions, existing one to continue

Fintech firm One97 Communications, owner of the Paytm brand, has got five handles in partnership with four banks to continue UPI transactions, as per an update on the NPCI website.

Building Communities, Building Brands: The Power of Salesforce

With businesses striving to establish stronger connections with their customers, the world of customer relationship management (CRM) is constantly evolving. Companies across various industries, from startups to enterprises, are now adopting community-driven strategies to improve customer experiences and drive growth.