Sensex surpasses 84,000 for the first time, while Nifty reaches a new record high.
India’s leading stock indices hit all-time highs on Friday during mid-session trading, buoyed by positive market sentiment following the US Federal Reserve’s rate cut. The Sensex and Nifty achieved new peaks of 84,213 and 25,716, respectively, marking the first time the Bombay Stock
Indian Startup Ecosystem Sees 13 Major Funding Rounds in 2024
In 2024, the Indian startup ecosystem has marked a significant milestone with 13 major funding rounds, underscoring a robust and dynamic investment landscape. These funding rounds reflect growing confidence and interest in the Indian startup sector, showcasing a broad range of industries and
India to gain as global oil prices decline despite geopolitical tensions
New Delhi, May 22 - Oil prices declined for a third day in a row in the international market on Wednesday, despite geopolitical tensions, as the US Federal Reserve is not expected to reduce interest rates any time because of the high inflation
IndiGo flight delayed after crew spots overbooked passenger standing at the back
Mumbai, May 21 - In an unusual turn of events on Tuesday, an IndiGo flight operating from Mumbai to Varanasi was forced to return to the aerobridge at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) after the crew spotted an overbooked passenger in
JK Tyre clocks 56 pc jump in Q4 net profit, declares dividend of Rs 3.50 per share
Mumbai, May 21 - JK Tyre & Industries Ltd on Tuesday reported a 56 per cent jump in its consolidated net profit at Rs 169.33 crore for the January-March quarter of 2023-24
Gold price reaches Rs 74,000
Mumbai, May 21 - Gold prices have been booming for the last few months. According to the Indian Bullion Jewelers Association (IBJA), the price of 10 grams of 24-carat gold increased to Rs 74,220 per 10 grams on Tuesday, which was Rs 73,383
World sees India on cusp of economic take-off: RBI report
Mumbai, May 21 - Internationally there is a growing optimism that India is on the cusp of a long-awaited economic take-off, according to the RBI’s monthly bulletin released on Tuesday.
Organisers expecting biggest-ever turnout at Kerala Travel Mart 2024
Kochi, May 21 - Kerala is gearing up to hold the 12th edition of its premier tourism event -- Kerala Travel Mart (KTM-2024) -- starting September 26 with the organisers expecting the biggest-ever turnout.
BHEL Q4 net profit declines 25 pc at Rs 484 crore
New Delhi, May 21 - Government-owned Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) on Tuesday reported a 25 per cent decline in net profit at Rs 484 crore for the January-March quarter of 2023-2024 compared to the corresponding figure of Rs 645 crore in the
Baggage delivery time improved significantly at major airports: BCAS
New Delhi, May 21 - The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) on Tuesday claimed substantial enhancement in baggage delivery systems at the major airports across the country.
EU agrees to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s defence
Brussels, May 21 - The Council of the European Union (EU) announced on Tuesday that ministers from EU member states have agreed to use proceeds from frozen assets of the Central Bank of Russia (CBR) to support Ukraine's military efforts, reports Xinhua News
Next 10 years going to be even more exciting for India’s tech journey: Rajeev Chandrasekhar
New Delhi, May 20 - After a robust decade of innovation and digital growth, the next 10 years will see India on the global map for emerging technologies, be it artificial intelligence (AI) or high-performance computing, Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar said here on
Centre urges states to leverage ULIP for unified logistics ecosystem
New Delhi, May 20 - The Centre on Monday urged states to leverage the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) to increase the efficiency of the country’s logistics sector to cut transport costs and spur economic growth.
Lankan government to introduce two bills to bolster economy
Colombo, May 20 - The Sri Lankan government will introduce two significant bills aimed at bolstering the country's economy to parliament on Wednesday, a minister said on Monday.
Oil India posts 17 pc jump in Q4 net profit
New Delhi, May 20 - Oil India Limited (OIL) has reported a 17 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 2332.94 crore in the Jan-March quarter of the financial year 2023-24 compared to the corresponding figure of Rs 1,979.74 crore in
Wheels India logs Rs 67.9 cr PAT, dividend Rs 7.39 per share
Chennai, May 20 - Automobile wheel maker Wheels India Ltd said on Monday that it closed FY24 with a higher net profit of Rs 67.9 crore.
South Korea’s exports of instant noodles surpass $100 mn for 1st time
Seoul, May 19 - South Korea's exports of instant noodles surpassed the $100 million mark for the first time last month on the growing popularity of Korean culture and food, data showed on Sunday.
Not just Tesla, we’re expecting good response from several EV makers: DPIIT Secy
New Delhi, May 18 - While all eyes are on Elon Musk-run Tesla to make its entry into India, the government is expecting a good response from several automobile majors on the electric-vehicle (EV) policy, Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary in the Department for
India to contribute about 30 pc of global GDP growth between 2035-2040: Amitabh Kant
New Delhi, May 18 - India is likely to contribute 30 per cent of the global gross domestic product (GDP) between 2035-2040, G20 Sherpa and former NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant said here on Saturday.
India to regain its share in global trade on back of sustained growth rates: DPIIT Secretary
New Delhi, May 18 - In 2012, India was at 11th place in the world GDP rankings and today, the country is at the fifth position -- jumping six places in the last decade or so and it is only inevitable that we