Investor education is critical for financial inclusion of youth in digital overload era, say experts
Mar 22, 2024, at 08:17 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), in collaboration with the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER), which is India’s oldest independent economic think tank, and the Department of Commerce, DSE, University of Delhi recently hosted a conference for youth to bolster financial literacy and inclusion.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal marries Mexican entreprenuer Grecia Munoz: Reports
Mar 22, 2024, at 08:03 pm
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal has tied the knot with Mexico-born model-turned-entrepreneur Grecia Munoz, media reports said.
All agency banks to remain open for public on March 31: RBI
Mar 21, 2024, at 08:17 am
New Delhi: All banks dealing with government receipts and payments will remain open on Sunday, March 31, to account for all the transactions in the financial year 2023-24.
Samsung expects to contribute 75% in 5G segment in 2024
Mar 21, 2024, at 08:09 am
Hyderabad/UNI: South Korean smartphone maker Samsung is expected to contribute 75 percent in the overall category in the 5G segment this year against 67 percent growth expected by the overall industry, said Ghufran Alam, Senior Director, MX Business, Samsung India, on Wednesday.
Mar 21, 2024, at 07:55 am
New Delhi: The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) will announce the launch of the BhashaNet portal for the Universal Acceptance (UA) Day on Thursday at Dr Ambedkar International Centre in the national capital.
LIC fires employee banned by SEBI in front-running case
Mar 21, 2024, at 06:29 am
Mumbai: Insurance behemoth Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), a government-owned entity, said on Wednesday that it terminated the employment of a worker banned by the Securities & Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for involvement in a front-running incident, according to a stock market filing.
India's mineral production grows 6% YoY in Jan 2024
Mar 21, 2024, at 05:44 am
New Delhi: India’s mineral production of the mining and quarrying sector grew by 5.9% for the month of January, 2024 compared to the month of January, 2023.
Indian stocks to attract increased foreign investment after 2024 LS polls: Report
Mar 21, 2024, at 04:53 am
Mumbai: Indian stocks will attract more foreign fund inflow after the general elections, encouraged by the country's positive economic growth outlook and United States central bank Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, a media report said citing JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Bharat Petroleum inks deal with BP to buy US crude
Mar 21, 2024, at 02:25 am
New Delhi: Public sector oil refiner Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has inked a deal with BP to purchase 1 million barrels every month of U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for a period of four months, media reported.
Sensex rises by 89.64 points as market closes in green
Mar 20, 2024, at 10:22 pm
The BSE Sensex on Wednesday rose 89.64 pts to close at 72101.69 on the strength of Energy, Oil and Gas, Power and Telecommunications stocks ahead of US Federal Reserve rates decision.
Mar 20, 2024, at 08:36 pm
Mahindra Tractors, a part of the Mahindra Group and the world's largest tractor manufacturer by volume, recently launched its future ready Mahindra OJA 3140 in West Bengal for the Indian farmer.
What happens when you start your equity SIP and the market crashes?
Mar 20, 2024, at 06:47 pm
Starting a systematic investment plan (SIP) in equity funds is a smart way to build wealth over the long term. For an Indian audience, however, market volatility and the possibility of a crash can be a cause for concern, especially for new investors. If you have recently initiated an equity SIP and find yourself facing a market crash, it's vital to understand the implications and how to respond.
SEBI green lights Airtel subsidiary, Bharti Hexacom's IPO
Mar 20, 2024, at 06:18 am
Mumbai: Bharti Hexacom, a subsidiary of telecom giant Bharti Airtel, has been granted the green light by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to proceed with its initial public offering (IPO) intentions, media reported.
Adani Green Energy rubbishes links with US probe involving 'third party'
Mar 20, 2024, at 05:21 am
Mumbai: Adani Green Energy on Tuesday said that it is aware of a US inquiry into potential breaches of anti-corruption statutes involving a separate entity but refuted any association with said entity, Reuters reported.
Mar 20, 2024, at 05:17 am
Godrej Security Solutions, a division of Godrej & Boyce, the flagship company of the Godrej Group, announced the expansion of its Home Lockers range in Kolkata with the introduction of its latest innovations: NX Pro Plus, NX Advanced, Verge Series and Dream Box, under the aegis of its flagship property- Secure 4.0.
OPPO launches F25 Pro 5G with two storage variants, check out prices
Mar 20, 2024, at 05:09 am
Mobile phone major OPPO India has launched the F25 Pro 5G in two storage variants—retailing at INR 23,999 (128GB) and INR 25,999 (256GB) respectively.
Persistently high food prices hindering drop in inflation to 4%: RBI Bulletin
Mar 20, 2024, at 04:22 am
New Delhi: Food price pressures are hindering a more rapid decline in retail inflation towards the Reserve Bank's target of 4 percent, according to an article in the central bank's March Bulletin.
Direct tax collection surges 20% to Rs 18.90 trillion till March 17q
Mar 20, 2024, at 03:19 am
New Delhi: The income tax department reported a growth of 19.88 percent in net direct tax collection, which has surpassed Rs 18.90 trillion as of March 17.
TCS BaNCS to modernize American lender Central Bank's core technology infrastructure
Mar 20, 2024, at 02:35 am
Mumbai: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced today that Central Bank, a well-known Midwest regional bank in the United States, has chosen to employ TCS BaNCS to modernize its core technology infrastructure, drive innovation, and enhance customer relationships, according to the stock exchange filings.
Apple to open its new Shanghai store on Thursday
Mar 19, 2024, at 11:58 pm
Tech major Apple recently previewed Apple Jing’an, located near Jing’an Temple and Jing’an Park in Shanghai, giving Chinese consumers a new option to buy the devices.
NHAI completes InvIT monetization of over Rs.16,000 crore through ‘Round 3’
Mar 19, 2024, at 11:46 pm
National Highways Infra Trust (NHIT), the infrastructure Investment Trust by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), on Tuesday said it has successfully concluded fund-raising through ’InvIT Round-3’ for National Highway stretches of aggregate length of 889 kilometers at an Enterprise Value of over Rs.16,000 crore, which is the largest monetization by NHAI and one of the largest transactions in the history of Indian road sector.
Sensex drops by 736.37 points as market ends in red
Mar 19, 2024, at 11:32 pm
The BSE Sensex on Tuesday dropped 736.37 pts to close at 72012.05 as selling was seen in IT, Technology ' FMCG and Power stocks amid weak Asian Market ahead of US fed policy decision this week.
Volvo Car India starts booking for XC40 Recharge, company offers 8-year battery warranty
Mar 19, 2024, at 10:13 pm
Auto major Volvo Car India on Tuesday announced the commencement of bookings for its recently launched new variant of XC40 Recharge.
Sensex recovers 104.99 pts as market closes
Mar 18, 2024, at 10:11 pm
The BSE Sensex on Monday recovered by 104.99 pts to close at 72748.42 on the strength of Metal, Auto and Health Care stocks.
Thirteen coal mines Including 5 coking coal mines auctioned in forward auction
Mar 16, 2024, at 05:17 pm
New Delhi: The government has auctioned a total of 13 coal mines during the current week.
LIC hikes employee salaries; to benefit 1,10,000 workers
Mar 16, 2024, at 05:10 pm
The Centre has approved wage revision of LIC employees with effect from 01/08/2022, benefiting more than 1,10,000 LIC employees, a press release said on Friday.
NHPC Ltd to develop 200 MW capacity solar power project in Gujarat's Khavda
Mar 16, 2024, at 07:46 am
New Delhi: State-owned hydropower company NHPC Limited has won the bid to develop a 200 MW capacity solar power project to be set up in the 1,125 MW RE Park of Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Ltd. (GSECL) at Khavda in Kachchh district of Gujarat.
Mar 16, 2024, at 06:24 am
New Delhi: Shipping & Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced a major investment of more than Rs 645 crores to develop 10 waterways projects on Brahmaputra River under the flagship Sagarmala programme.
Thermax Limited showcases its green offerings for industries during its Kolkata roadshow
Mar 16, 2024, at 05:16 am
Thermax Limited, a conglomerate in the energy and environment space, on Friday hosted its Rediscover roadshow in Kolkata where it showcased its latest innovations and green offerings for industries in West Bengal.
Govt raises windfall tax on petroleum crude to Rs 4,900/tonne
Mar 16, 2024, at 05:02 am
New Delhi: The government Friday increased the windfall tax on petroleum crude exports to Rs 4,900 per tonne from its previous rate of Rs 4,600, media reports said.