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Odisha train accident: IRDAI orders insurance companies to settle insurance claims suo moto

Jun 06, 2023, at 01:14 am

Mumbai: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has directed insurance companies to proactively initiate the settlement of claims for the victims of the Odisha train tragedy, The Economic Times (ET) reported.

Wardrobe Refresh Sale (WRS) on Amazon Fashion is live till June 6

Jun 05, 2023, at 11:45 pm

Kolkata: Amazon Fashion  has announced the 12th edition of its Wardrobe Refresh Sale with deals across a wide selection of the most loved fashion and beauty.

Fareportal Wins 2023 Technology of the Year Award for Chatbot AI

Jun 05, 2023, at 11:34 pm

Travel technology innovator Fareportal, the company behind leading online travel agencies CheapOair, CheapOair.CA and OneTravel, today announced it’s received the “2023 Technology of the Year Award” in the annual Excellence in Customer Service awards program conducted by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG). The award was received in recognition of the AI enhanced customer experience provided by Fareportal’s Chatbot product.

Paytm boosts merchant payments leadership with 75 lakh devices deployed in Apr-May

Jun 05, 2023, at 08:06 pm

India’s leading payments and financial services company Paytm on Monday announced its business operating performance for the two months ended May 2023.

Walmart's stake in fintech subsidiary PhonePe drops to 85%

Jun 05, 2023, at 07:14 pm

Retail behemoth Walmart’s shareholding in fintech company PhonePe has dropped from 89 percent to 85 percent amid the latter’s fundraise of $1 billion, media reports said.

RBI's MPC panel likely to maintain status quo on key policy rate in June meeting

Jun 05, 2023, at 05:30 am

Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India is likely to maintain a status quo over the policy stance in the June policy review as well, opine experts.

Odisha train mishap: Gautam Adani takes responsibility to educate children orphaned in the accident

Jun 05, 2023, at 04:28 am

New Delhi: Gautam Adani on Sunday announced that the Adani Group would assume the responsibility of providing education for children who tragically lost their parents in the Odisha triple train accident.

Tripura farmers selling Miyazaki mangoes for Rs. 1500

Jun 05, 2023, at 02:13 am

A cluster of farmers hailing from Tripura’s Pancharatan, Narikel Kunja and Tai Chakma ADC villages under Gandacherra sub-division of Dhalai district is trying to cultivate one of the costliest mangoes in the world known as ‘Miyazaki’.

Empowerment echoes: The transformative journey of Sikh women’s aid

Jun 04, 2023, at 02:51 am

In the bustling heart of the West Midlands, UK, a unique beacon of hope and empowerment, ‘Sikh Women’s Aid’ (SWA), stands tall. Born out of the collective strength of Sikh women across the region, this community-based organization represents a transformative movement within the Sikh and Punjabi communities.

Harvesting Pain: Sikh slaves fuelling Italy’s farmlands

Jun 04, 2023, at 01:58 am

In the heartland of Italy, under the shadow of the Tyrrhenian Sea, is the Agro-Pontino, a 100-mile stretch of fertile plains.

US Consulate, Contact Base host two-day symposium in Kolkata for women entrepreneurs and leaders

Jun 03, 2023, at 07:58 am

Kolkata:  The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata, in partnership with social enterprise Contact Base, recently hosted a two-day symposium that focused on building regional coalitions and networks to strengthen women’s leadership in the global economy.

Over 90% of financial institutions acknowledge impact of sustainable investments, says FIS's Global Innovations report

Jun 03, 2023, at 07:30 am

Financial services firms worldwide recognize ESG as a powerful tool to enhance competitiveness, attract increased investment, and foster sustainable development, according to Global Innovations Report (GIR) by FIS Global.

Future Generali India launches D.I.Y HEALTH product

Jun 03, 2023, at 07:21 am

Kolkata: Private general insurance player Future Generali India Insurance Company Ltd Thursday announced the launch of its new health insurance product – D.I.Y HEALTH – to offer flexibility and freedom to choose the coverage as per the customer's needs. 

Volvo Car India's dealership in West Bengal completes 5 years

Jun 03, 2023, at 07:01 am

Kolkata: SPL Volvo, one of the dealerships of Volvo Car India in West Bengal, completed its fifth anniversary.

Govt imposes stock limits on pulses to contain spiralling prices

Jun 03, 2023, at 06:13 am

New Delhi: In a bid to crack down on hoarders and keep prices of pulses in check, the government on Friday imposed stock limits on tur and urad dals applicable to wholesalers, retailers, big chain retailers, millers and importers.

Tata Group inks deal to set up Rs 130 billion lithium-ion cell factory in Gujarat's Sanand

Jun 03, 2023, at 04:56 am

Sanand (Gujarat): Tata Group on Friday entered into a preliminary agreement for the construction of a lithium-ion cell factory at an estimated investment of around Rs 130 billion, reported Reuters.

Canada's Suncor Energy to slash 1,500 positions amid cost-cutting plan

Jun 03, 2023, at 04:54 am

Calgary/IBNS: Rich Kruger, new chief executive of Suncor Energy, has announced his immediate plan of the company's elimination of 1,500 positions  to cut costs by $400 million by the end of this year.

IRDAI orders SBI Life Insurance to take over Sahara India Life Insurance business

Jun 03, 2023, at 04:44 am

New Delhi: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has named SBI Life Insurance Company Limited (SBI Life) as the acquirer insurer of the life insurance business of Sahara India Life Insurance Co. Ltd (SILIC), media reports said.

RBI issues draft directions on cyber resilience, digital payment security controls for Payment System Operators

Jun 03, 2023, at 02:58 am

Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday released draft Master Directions on Cyber Resilience and Digital Payment Security Controls for Payment System Operators (PSOs).

Govt expected to get Rs 4,000 cr after investors over-subscribe Coal India share sale

Jun 03, 2023, at 02:04 am

New Delhi: The government is expected to receive Rs 4,000 crore from Coal India’s share sale, as both retail and institutional investors showed strong demand, resulting in oversubscription, media reports said.

RBL Bank introduces ACE Fixed Deposit, offering up to 8.50% interest rate

Jun 03, 2023, at 01:18 am

Mumbai: Private sector lender RBL Bank on Friday announced the launch of its new Fixed Deposit – ACE.

ICE MAKE Consolidated net profit jumps 184 pct to Rs 20.80 cr in FY2023

Jun 03, 2023, at 01:06 am

Kolkata: Ice Make Refrigeration Limited, a leading supplier of innovative cooling solutions and manufacturer of 50 plus refrigeration equipments in India, has closed the fiscal year 2023 with robust financial performance.

Tata Motors launches upgraded Nexon EV MAX XZ+ LUX

Jun 03, 2023, at 12:54 am

Mumbai: Automobile major Tata Motors on Friday launched the upgraded Nexon EV MAX XZ+ LUX at a starting price of INR 18.79 Lakh (ex-showroom, All India for the 3.3 kW AC charger).

Toyota Kirloskar Motor partners Bajaj Finance Limited to enhance retail financing options

Jun 03, 2023, at 12:50 am

Bangalore: Aimed at further elevating customer experience, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) on Friday announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Bajaj Finance Limited (BFL), Ltd., part of financial service Bajaj Finserv Ltd. to provide enhanced retail finance options that are specially designed to make the process of purchasing a Toyota vehicle more convenient and accessible to customers.

Twitter and Tesla chief Elon Musk reclaims world's richest person title

Jun 02, 2023, at 11:39 pm

Twitter and Tesla chief Elon Musk has once again reclaimed his position as the world's richest person.

NTPC Green Energy signs MoU with UP Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam to bolster state's renewable energy capacity

Jun 02, 2023, at 04:25 am

Lucknow: NTPC’s green energy arm and the Uttar Pradesh government signed an MoU to collaborate in the development of renewable energy parks and projects and to facilitate the Government of India’s efforts towards energy transition.

Coal production goes up to 76.26 MT in May 2023; coal stock grows 35.48% to 112.41 MT

Jun 02, 2023, at 03:55 am

New Delhi: India’s overall coal production in May grew by 7.10% year-on-year, reaching 76.26 Million Tons (MT).

May GST collection grows 12% YoY to Rs 1,57,090 cr

Jun 02, 2023, at 03:20 am

New Delhi: The gross Goods & Services Tax (GST) revenue collected in the month of May stood at Rs 1,57,090 crore, the finance ministry said on Thursday.

Morgan Stanley hails India for its growth in last 10 yrs

Jun 02, 2023, at 03:00 am

Highlighting the reforms that took place in India since 2014, US-based financial services company Morgan Stanley in its latest report said “this India is different from what it was in 2013”.

HDFC RuPay Credit Cards can now be Linked to UPI

Jun 01, 2023, at 11:58 pm

UPI payments are a widely popular and reliable payment option due to hassle-free, quick, and convenient transactions. Until now, these payments were linked to your savings or current account, thus you could spend conveniently as much as the availability of funds in your bank account. Now, however, you can link your credit card with UPI and make convenient payments via credit cards. HDFC Bank is one of the first leading credit card issuers to allow the linking of RuPay credit cards to UPI apps of your choice, like GooglePay, PhonePe, Paytm, and BHIM UPI. Using this feature, you can avail of credit card rewards, discounts, and offers on your regular UPI payments.