Hitachi receives batch order for 14 elevators in Mumbai
May 28, 2014, at 07:32 pm
New Delhi, May 28 (IBNS): Hitachi Elevator Asia Pte. Ltd., and Hitachi Lift India Pvt. Ltd., on Wednesday jointly announced that they have been awarded a batch order for 14 units of elevators.
L&T Construction wins orders worth Rs. 2458 cr
May 28, 2014, at 07:28 pm
Mumbai, May 28 (IBNS): L&T Construction on Wednesday said it has won new orders worth Rs. 2458 crores across various business segments in May 2014.
L&T bags EPC orders in Bangladesh
May 28, 2014, at 07:25 pm
Mumbai, May 28 (IBNS): Multinational conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Wednesday said it has received two EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) orders valued at around USD 480 million, for setting up dual fuel-fired gas based combined cycle power plants in Bangladesh.
UN reports solid return on national investments in quality jobs
May 28, 2014, at 06:11 pm
New York, May 28 (IBNS): Developing countries that invested in quality jobs from the early 2000s grew nearly one percentage point faster every year since 2007 and were better able to weather the economic crisis than comparable economies, according to a new report by the United Nations labour agency.
Jet Airways approves details of business plan after loss
May 28, 2014, at 05:35 am
Mumbai, May 27 (IBNS): Private carrier Jet Airways on Tuesday approved details of a three-year business plan to reshape the airline and return it to profitability besides announcing the appointment of Cramer Ball as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Ruchi Soya launches Sunrich oil brand in West Bengal
May 28, 2014, at 05:00 am
Kolkata, May 2 (IBNS): Manufacturer of healthier edible oils Ruchi Soya Industries Limited has announced the launch of its premium refined sunflower oil brand 'Sunrich' in West Bengal.
Neeraj Sharma appointed Executive VP Kone
May 28, 2014, at 04:27 am
Kolkata, May 27 (IBNS) : Neeraj Sharma has been appointed Executive Vice President, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East of Kone Corporation as of Sept 1, 2014.
DHFL launches in branch in Thane
May 28, 2014, at 04:14 am
Thane, May 27 (IBNS): Housing finance company DHFL on Tuesday inaugurated its flagship branch in Palghar in Thane.
DB International bags Kochi Metro work contract
May 28, 2014, at 02:42 am
New Delhi, May 27 (IBNS): DB International has won a key contract in India with the company being entrusted to act as the quality and safety consultant for Kochi Metro, an elevated railway more than 26 kilometers in length with 21 elevated stations and one depot.
Konica Minolta India appoints new MD
May 27, 2014, at 07:10 pm
New Delhi, May 26 (IBNS): Provider of advanced imaging and networking technologies from the desktop to the print shop, Konica Minolta India has appointed Yuji Nakata as its new Managing Director (MD).
LTSSHF enters into strategic partnership with JSW
May 27, 2014, at 06:27 pm
Tokyo, May 27 (IBNS): L&T Special Steels and Heavy Forgings (LTSSHF), a subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), has announced a technology transfer agreement with the Japan Steel Works, Ltd. (JSW) - a leader in the field of heavy steel forgings.
L&T Infotech inducts Chandrashekar Kakal as COO
May 27, 2014, at 02:43 am
Mumbai, May 26 (IBNS): L&T Infotech, a wholly owned subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro, has restructured its organizational structure and with a view to accelerating profitable growth in the technology space, has appointed Chandrashekar Kakal as its Chief Operating Officer (COO).
Mindtree announces results of postal ballot for bonus shares
May 26, 2014, at 06:31 pm
Bangalore, May 26 (IBNS): Global technology services company Mindtree on Monday announced the results of the postal ballot for issuance of bonus shares, power to borrow and related resolutions.
SAIL Chairman awarded 'CEO of the Year' at Platts
May 26, 2014, at 06:28 pm
Mumbai, May 26 (IBNS): Steel Authority of India (SAIL) Chairman C S Verma was recently adjudged as the 'CEO of the Year' at the 2014 Platts Global Metals Awards.
Sensex reaches 25,000 ahead Modi's swearing-in
May 26, 2014, at 04:15 pm
New Delhi, May 26 (IBNS) The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Sensex on Monday jumped over 300 points to reach the 25,000-mark ahead of Narendra Modi's swearing-in as the country's new Prime Minister.
Hind Motors declares suspension of work at WB plant
May 25, 2014, at 08:59 pm
Kolkata, May 25 (IBNS): As the presence of the yellow Ambassador taxis are fading despite its strong signature in the City of Joy, Hindustan Motors Ltd, popularly known as Hind Motor, declared a "suspension of work" at its Uttarpara plant in West Bengal on Saturday.
Micromax appoints Vineet Taneja as CEO
May 25, 2014, at 07:57 pm
Gurgaon, May 25 (IBNS): Smartphone player and consumer electronics brand Micromax on Sunday announced the appointment of Vineet Taneja as its new Chief Executive Officer.
3M launches anti-glare screens for computer monitors
May 24, 2014, at 04:28 am
Bangalore, May 23 (IBNS): Anti-glare technology provider 3M has announced the launch of its anti-glare screens for laptops and desktop monitors in India.
RIL dismisses ONGC's gas 'theft' claim
May 24, 2014, at 04:26 am
New Delhi, May 23 (IBNS): Reliance Industries on Friday denied Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC)'s claims that the company is stealing gas from the state-owned oil and gas major's natural gas block.
Quick Heal opens new branches in Africa, Middle East
May 24, 2014, at 04:23 am
Bangalore, May 23 (IBNS): IT security solutions provider Quick Heal Technologies has announced the opening of its two new branches in Africa and Middle East.
Microsoft Ventures in India graduates 17 tech start-ups
May 24, 2014, at 01:31 am
Bangalore, May 23 (IBNS): Microsoft Ventures in India on Friday announced the graduation of 17 technology start-ups, 16 of which constituted the fourth batch of its Accelerator program and another from an earlier batch.
Clinton Foundation partners PepsiCo to spur development
May 23, 2014, at 09:16 pm
New York, May 23 (IBNS): Non-profit foundation established by former President of the United States Bill Clinton, the Clinton Foundation, has entered into a strategic partnership with multinational food and beverage corporation PepsiCo, Inc., to spur social and economic development in emerging markets through a unique social enterprise model.
SAIL's Chandra Shekhar Verma bags CEO of the Year award
May 23, 2014, at 04:40 am
Kolkata, May 22 (IBNS): Chandra Shekhar Verma, chairman of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), was adjudged 'CEO of the Year' at the 2014 Platts Global Metals Awards, for a comprehensive leadership style that has resulted in financial success of India's largest steel-producing company.
Microsoft Devices launches Nokia XL in India
May 23, 2014, at 04:38 am
Kolkata, May 22 (IBNS): Microsoft Devices on Thursday announced that Nokia XL, the flagship large screen offering under the Nokia X family of affordable smartphones that run Android apps, begins selling in India.
Panasonic enters Window Air Conditioner segment
May 23, 2014, at 04:17 am
New Delhi, May 22 (IBNS): Digital major Panasonic has added a new window air-conditioner model to its wide-ranging AC portfolio.
Tata Docomo offers 8 GB Micro SD card with Photon Max connection
May 23, 2014, at 04:16 am
Kolkata, May 22 (IBNS): Telecom provider Tata Docomo on Thursday announced the offer of providing an 8 GB micro SD card on activating Photon Max.
Jaguar introduces locally manufactured Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel
May 23, 2014, at 03:45 am
Mumbai / Kolkata, May 22 (IBNS): Automobile giant Jaguar on Thursday announced the price of the locally manufactured Jaguar XJ 3.0L Diesel starting from Rs. 92.1 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai, Pre Octroi).
Schneider Electric announces availability of prefabricated Data Centers
May 23, 2014, at 03:37 am
Mumbai, May 22 (IBNS) Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, sets a new standard in prefabricated data centers with the introduction of 15 prefabricated data center modules and 14 new prefabricated Data Center Reference Designs.
Tata Motors launches the all-new range of Tata Ultra trucks
May 23, 2014, at 03:06 am
Chennai, May 22 (IBNS) Tata Motors' Commercial Vehicle Division on Thursday launched the new Intermediate and Light Commercial Vehicle (ILCV) range of trucks christened ‘Ultra’, which offer superior technology and design that ensures lowest total cost of ownership through higher uptime because of increased driver comfort, superior aggregates and customised requirements.
World economy to strengthen amid slow job growth: UN
May 22, 2014, at 05:32 pm
New York, May 22 (IBNS): The global economy is expected to strengthen over the next two years, despite a downgrade of growth prospects for some developing countries and transition economies, and "stubbornly slow" job growth, according to the United Nations World Economic Situation and Prospects 2014 mid-year update launched on Wednesday in New York.