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Delivery booster: Q-comm firms add medicines to cart

● Medinos, Medstown lead charge in quick delivery revolution

Zoomcar takes on Uber, Ola with new cab-hailing service

NASDAQ-LISTED CAR-sharing platform Zoomcar has entered the competitive cab-hailing market in Bengaluru with the launch of Zoomcar Cabs, a move seen to challenge industry majors like Uber, Ola, and newer players like Namma Yatri and Shoffr.

PNB officers' federation alleges tax discrimination

ALL INDIA PUNJAB National Bank Officers' Federation (AIPNBOF) has filed a writ petition in the Madras High Court against Punjab National Bank (PNB) alleging discrimination on the issue of perquisite tax on lease of houses.

Probe into duty on steel items begins

The DGTR has given 15 days to exporters, importers and users in India to file their response for the investigation

Govt hikes copra MSP by up to ₹420 to ₹12,100 a quintal

THE GOVERNMENT ON Friday announced an increase in the minimum support price (MSP) for copra by up to ₹420 to ₹12,100 per quintal for 2025 with a budget outlay of ₹855 crore.

CPSE net profits up 47% in FY24

● Petroleum firms boost earnings; m-cap up 121%

India likely to step up imports of pulses and edible oils from Brazil

● Tie-up on the cards for raising milk production

Govt signs ₹7,628 cr pact with L&T for Vajra guns

THE DEFENCE MINISTRY on Friday sealed a contract with Larsen & Toubro for procurement of K9 Vajra artillery guns for the Indian Army at a total cost of ₹7,628 crore that is expected to significantly bolster the force's strike capability.

Realtors body asks FM to review 18% GST on floor space index

Sitharaman urged to hike states' borrowing limits

Realtors body asks FM to review 18% GST on floor space index

PROPERTY DEVELOPERS' BODY CREDAI (Confederation of Real Estate Developers Association of India) on Friday urged the central government to reconsider the proposition of charging 18% GST on FSI/ additional FSI charges paid to local authorities for real estate projects.

GST Council to undertake massive rates rejig today

● Fitment committee recommends tax cuts for fortified rice kernels; UVs may attract 22% cess

Goyal for integration of industry and govt to boost logistics sector

COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY minister Piyush Goyal on Friday called for a complete integration of industry stakeholders with government platforms to improve efficiency of the logistics sector.

Bihar gets record ₹1.81 lakh crore investment; Adani, IOC big draws

ADANI GROUP, SUN Petrochemicals and a host of other companies—big and small—on Friday committed to investing a record ₹1.81 lakh crore in Bihar, across sectors ranging from renewable energy to cement, food processing and manufacturing.

India raises issue of non-tariff barriers with EU

INDIA HAS SAID that the non-tariff barriers are impeding trade with the European Union and has called for addressing the long-pending issues as a confidence building measure.

House panel calls for cautious approach given geopolitical uncertainties

House panel calls for cautious approach given geopolitical uncertainties

EU escalates pressure on Apple to open up features to rival firms

THE EU's EUROPEAN Commission has pressed Apple Inc. to further open up the iPhone operating system to rivals, prompting the company to complain about requests from Meta Platforms Inc. that it says will undermine privacy.

EU escalates pressure on Apple to open up features to rival firms

APPLE HAS LOST its lead position in the wrist-worn device market, which includes smartwatches and wristband products, to Chinese brand Huawei, according to data from IDC.

Bollywood's investments in startups decrease sharply to $3.6 mn in 2024

INVESTMENTS BY BOLLYWOOD celebrities in startups came down sharply in the current calendar year to $3.6 million against $28.5 million last year, data shared by Tracxn showed.

Apple concedes smartwatch market leadership to Huawei

CHANGING DYNAMICS OF WEARABLES INDUSTRY

India-Pak ICC matches at neutral venues

THE DEADLOCK OVER the hosting of next year's Champions Trophy finally ended on Thursday when the ICC announced that India will play their matches of the 50-over event at a neutral venue instead of host country Pakistan, which will get a similar arrangement for tournaments to be held in India till 2027.

PSU majors commit big investments in Bihar summit

The Bihar Business Connect 2024 summit evinced huge corporate response on Thursday with some top state-run firms making major investment announcements, including a plan to establish a maiden nuclear power project in the state.

HDFC Securities sets Nifty target at 26,482 for 2025

Brokerage house also raised concerns about the reaction of young and retail investors, who have only seen positive returns in the past few years, in a moderate return scenario

Digital marketplace integration catalysing growth of MSME

MICRO, SMALL, AND Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) form the backbone of many economies, contributing significantly to employment, GDP, and inclusive growth.In recent years, the integration of these businesses with digital marketplaces has emerged as a transformative force, unlocking unprecedented opportunities for them.

India job market poised to grow 9% in 2025: Report

HIRING ACTIVITIES IN 2025 are likely to witness a 9% growth in the country driven by sectors, including IT, retail, telecommunications and banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sectors, a report said on Thursday.

Book Rahul Gandhi for assault: BJP to police

THE SHOWDOWN ON the premises of Parliament on Thursday reached police within hours with the BJP accusing Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, of \"physical assault\" and \"incitement\" while the Congress, in a counter-complaint, alleged that BJP MPs caused injuries to Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha, by pushing him to the ground.

Book Rahul Gandhi for assault: BJP to police

MPs of ruling alliance, Oppn clash, 2 from BJP in hospital

Fed's 2025 signal roils D-Street

THE SENSEX HAS lost 3.55%, or 2,915 points, in the last four trading sessions, eroding investment wealth of over ₹10 lakh crore (in three sessions).

'Focus on product differentiation; consumer loyalty will follow'

Q-COMMERCE IS CONTRIBUTING TO OUR ONLINE SALES GROWTH. IN FACT, IT'S BECOMING VERY MEANINGFUL, VERY FAST\"

Campaign's relatability adds charm to storytelling

Why the campaign rocks:

Better late than never

The retail frenzy for SME IPOs and rising cases of frauds forced Sebi's hand