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Rupee falls 7 paise against USD

Jan 24, 2020, at 08:28 pm

Mumbai/UNI: The Rupee on Friday fell by seven paise to 71.33, a two week low against the US Dollar on rising demand for US Dollars by bankers and importers, the dealers at the Forex Market said.

Facebook announces New Marketing Head for India

Jan 24, 2020, at 08:22 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Gearing up for an aggressive marketing agenda across its family of apps, Facebook on Friday announced latest addition to the India leadership team Avinash Pant, who will take on the role of Marketing Director at Facebook India.

Will become country's largest FMCG in coming years: Ramdev

Jan 24, 2020, at 06:04 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev on Friday said that the Patanjali Group is expecting Rs 25,000 crore turnover this fiscal and aims to become the country's largest FMCG company in coming years.

Car sales to improve from April: Tata Motors

Jan 24, 2020, at 06:01 pm

Ahmedabad/UNI:  Amid the continuing sluggishness in the auto Industry in India, leading automobile player and third largest car company in the country, Tata Motors said on Friday that the scenario was likely to improve after the first quarter of this year.

Tata Sons-Mistry conflict: SC issues notice to parties

Jan 24, 2020, at 05:54 pm

New Delhi/UNI: The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to Cyrus Mistry after hearing a plea filed by Tata Sons against the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal's January 6 decision by which it had rejected an application seeking a modification of its December 2019 judgment.

India’s first 5G enabled smartphone- iQOO to be launched in February

Jan 24, 2020, at 05:40 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Following a successful launch in China, iQOO brings its innovation and power-packed tech experience to India.

LIC may achieve target of selling 2.50 cr policies during FY 19-20

Jan 24, 2020, at 05:36 pm

Chandigarh/UNI:  Country's oldest and leading life insurance company, Life Insurance of India (LIC) is quite hopeful to achieve target of selling 2.50 crore policies during the current financial year, has already sold nearly 2.14 cr policies in first three quarters ending December 31, 2019.

Sensex moves up 226.79 pts

Jan 24, 2020, at 05:33 pm

Mumbai/UNI: The BSE Sensex on Friday rallied by 226.79 points to end firm at 41,613.19, on brisk buying in Materials, FMCG, Realty, Capital Goods and Consumer Durable stocks amid positive European cues.

World Economic Forum announces Global Consortium for Digital Currency Governance

Jan 24, 2020, at 05:32 pm

Davos/IBNS: Following extensive consultation with the global community, the World Economic Forum announced today the Global Consortium for Digital Currency Governance. Digital currencies are often cited as a tool for financial inclusion, but this opportunity can be realized only when paired with good governance.

Maruti Suzuki starts exports of its blockbuster model S-PRESSO

Jan 24, 2020, at 04:50 pm

Mumbai/UNI:  Car Major, Maruti Suzuki commenced exports of its chartbuster S-PRESSO to overseas markets.

8.6 lakh new EPF subscribers joined in Nov 2019

Jan 24, 2020, at 04:42 pm

New Delhi/UNI:  As many as 8,67,963 new subscribers joined the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Scheme during November 2019, according to data released by the government on Friday.

Oppo F15 available for sale from today

Jan 24, 2020, at 03:31 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: Mobilephone maker Oppo's latest handset Oppo F15 is available for sale from Friday.

Tata Motors unveils Altroz in Kolkata

Jan 23, 2020, at 10:46 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Marking its entry into the premium hatchback segment, automobile major Tata Motors on Thursday unveiled their Altroz car in Kolkata.

Bridgestone optimistic about Indian market despite facing ripple effects of slowdown in auto industry

Jan 23, 2020, at 10:22 pm

Kolkata/UNI: The year 2019 was one of the most difficult years for the automobile industry, but tyre major Bridgestone is optimistic about growth in the Indian market.

Godrej launches India's first air cooler with inverter technology

Jan 23, 2020, at 09:19 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Electronics major -- Godrej Appliances -- on Thursday unveiled India's first air cooler that is equipped with inverter technology.

Reliance General Insurance launches comprehensive health insurance plan

Jan 23, 2020, at 09:07 pm

Mumbai/UNI: Reliance General Insurance launched a comprehensive health insurance plan “Reliance Health Infinity”.

Mercedes-Benz launches first Fast Lane Repair prog in India

Jan 23, 2020, at 08:46 pm

Ahmedabad/UNI: India's largest luxury car maker, Mercedes-Benz on Thursday launched a one-of-it's-kind innovative service programme 'Fast Lane Body and Paint Repair,' a first in the country, here.

Strides Consumer enters east India market with two uniquely formulated products

Jan 23, 2020, at 07:59 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Bangalore based consumer healthcare company Strides Consumer Private Limited (SCPL) Thursday announced entry into the eastern market of India after successful expansion in southern regions.

Rupee ends positive at 71.19 against USD

Jan 22, 2020, at 07:57 pm

Mumbai/UNI: The Rupee on Wednesday closed tad higher by one paisa to 71.19, snapping the negative trend of last four session against the US Dollar on selling of US Dollars by bankers and exporters, the dealers at the Forex Market said.

BS6 vehicles; Maruti Suzuki sells over 5 lakhs in 10 months

Jan 22, 2020, at 06:07 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: In a first, Automobile major Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has clocked cumulative sales of 500,000 BS6 compliant vehicles in mass cars ahead of the mandated timeline.

Indian Rupee ends positive at 71.19 against USD

Jan 22, 2020, at 05:46 pm

Mumbai/UNI: The Rupee on Wednesday closed tad higher by one paisa to 71.19, snapping the negative trend of last four session against the US Dollar on selling of US Dollars by bankers and exporters, the dealers at the Forex Market said.

Indian Rupee rises 5 paise against USD

Jan 22, 2020, at 04:57 pm

Mumbai/UNI: The Rupee appreciated five paise to 71.15 against the US Dollar on Wednesday on selling of the American currency by bankers and exporters, dealers at the Forex Market said.

ONGC drops by 5.13 pc to Rs 116.45

Jan 22, 2020, at 04:53 pm

Mumbai/UNI:  Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) on Wednesday tumbled down by 5.13 per cent to Rs 116.45 to be the top losers in the 30 scrips index of Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

Indian Market: Sensex falls 208.43 pts; 2-week-low

Jan 22, 2020, at 04:49 pm

Mumbai/UNI: Extending losses for the third straight session, the BSE Sensex dropped by 208.43 points to 41,115.38, a two-week-low amid volatility in the global markets.

Cabinet approves MoU between India and Brazil for cooperation in the oil and natural gas sector

Jan 22, 2020, at 04:38 pm

New Delhi/IBNS: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given its approval for the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Republic of India and Federative Republic of Brazil on cooperation in the field of oil and natural gas.

Western Union, Airtel Payments Bank Real-Time International Remittances to India

Jan 22, 2020, at 04:26 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Western Union, a leader in cross-border, cross-currency money movement and payments, and Airtel Payments Bank, a subsidiary of India’s largest integrated telco - Bharti Airtel, on Wedesnday announced a collaboration enabling millions of Airtel Payments Bank customers in India to receive international remittances in their bank accounts.

WEF: Regional outlooks for 2020 show signs of promise for trade, stronger economies

Jan 22, 2020, at 04:00 pm

Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, 21 January 2020 – On the first day of the World Economic Annual Forum Meeting 2020, leaders reported on their regions’ respective strategic outlooks, highlighting cooperation to improve trade and economic growth.

Hyundai launches all new AURA

Jan 21, 2020, at 09:04 pm

New Delhi/UNI: Automobile major Hyundai Motor India Ltd launched it's new Sedan car Hyundai AURA, here on Tuesday.

Encouraging small businesses by women to grow is the key aim of Global Links India Alumni Connect

Jan 21, 2020, at 08:50 pm

Kolkata/IBNS: Global Links India Alumni Connect recently organised their capstone ceremony at the American Center in Kolkata, which revealed how a select group of students and women entrepreneurs got together to scale up their small businesses. 

Challa Sreenivasulu Setty new Managing Director of SBI

Jan 21, 2020, at 08:35 pm

Mumbai/UNI: Mr Challa Sreenivasulu Setty has taken charge as the Managing Director of State Bank of India with effect from January 20, the bank said on Tuesday.