Hyundai, Kia likely to post operating profit of $5.7 billion in Q2

Hyundai, Kia likely to post operating profit of $5.7 billion in Q2

Seoul, July 21 - Hyundai Motor and its affiliate Kia are set to post an operating profit exceeding 8 trillion won ($5.7 billion) in the second quarter on improved product mix and production adjustments, a survey showed on Sunday.

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Army tanks to be manufactured in MP soon, CM Yadav says at industry conclave

Army tanks to be manufactured in MP soon, CM Yadav says at industry conclave

Bhopal, July 20 - Madhya Pradesh will soon manufacture defence equipment, including army tanks, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said while addressing the Regional Industry Conclave in Jabalpur on Saturday.

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Vulcan Green Steel sends executive accused of harassment on administrative leave

Vulcan Green Steel sends executive accused of harassment on administrative leave

New Delhi, July 20 - Vulcan Green Steel (VGS) on Saturday said that it has sent Dinesh Kumar Saraogi, accused of harassment by a woman passenger during an international flight, on administrative leave amid the investigation.

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Kamala Harris stands to make history again as Biden drops out, endorses her

Kamala Harris stands to make history again as Biden drops out, endorses her

Washington, July 22 - US Vice-President Kamala Harris stands once again on the edge of history in a political career replete with milestones.

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Elon Musk, Vinod Khosla trade barbs as Biden quits presidential race

Elon Musk, Vinod Khosla trade barbs as Biden quits presidential race

San Francisco, July 22 - Elon Musk and ace venture capitalist Vinod Khosla on Monday got engaged in a public spat on X social media platform after US President Joe Biden dropped out of the US Presidential race.

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Stock markets see volatility as Biden drops out of US presidential race

Stock markets see volatility as Biden drops out of US presidential race

New Delhi, July 22 - With US President Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 race for the White House, stock markets worldwide, including in Asia, may see a volatile period ahead, experts said on Monday.

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Union Budget: India to give further push to green energy

Union Budget: India to give further push to green energy

New Delhi, July 22 - The Union Budget 2024-2025 will give a further push to prioritise environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability initiatives to drive long-term economic growth and environmental resilience, experts said on Monday.

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FM Nirmala Sitharaman to present Economic Survey 2023-24 in Parliament today

FM Nirmala Sitharaman to present Economic Survey 2023-24 in Parliament today

New Delhi, July 22 - Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will release the Economic Survey 2023-24 on Monday, the first day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament.

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Centre to sign over 70 MoUs with startups to empower the disabled

Centre to sign over 70 MoUs with startups to empower the disabled

New Delhi, July 21 - The government is set to sign more than 70 MoUs on Monday between the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) and various startups and private organisations.

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Union Budget: Investments in rural infrastructure key to boost new economy

Union Budget: Investments in rural infrastructure key to boost new economy

New Delhi, July 21 - There is a need to infuse investments in districts and rural areas both for accelerating traditional economic activities as well as the new economy especially focused on circularity, experts have said.

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Union Budget: Markets bet big on defence, capital goods, electronics manufacturing, tourism

Union Budget: Markets bet big on defence, capital goods, electronics manufacturing, tourism

New Delhi, July 21 - As the Centre is set to present the Union Budget 2024-2025 on July 23, stock market experts bet big on four key sectors -- capital goods, defence, electronics system design and manufacturing (ESDM) and Tourism.

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FPIs infuse Rs 44,344 crore in stock markets this month ahead of Union Budget

FPIs infuse Rs 44,344 crore in stock markets this month ahead of Union Budget

Mumbai, July 20 - Foreign portfolio investors (FPI) continued the investment momentum in the stock markets in India, infusing around Rs 44,344 crore in equity and debt this month (till July 19).

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Indian startups secured over $200 million in funding this week

Indian startups secured over $200 million in funding this week

New Delhi, July 20 - The Indian startup ecosystem saw more than $200 million in funding this week in 25 deals -- a significant surge from nearly $116.26 million last week.

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International Excellence Award presented to distinguished forensic investigator and visionary leader

International Excellence Award presented to distinguished forensic investigator and visionary leader

London, July 20 - The House of Commons at the British Parliament witnessed a momentous occasion as CA Arpit Jagdish Kabra was honoured with the prestigious International Excellence Award. This recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to the field of forensic investigation and his

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Union Budget: Time to further modernise agri sector with corporate investments

Union Budget: Time to further modernise agri sector with corporate investments

New Delhi, July 20 - There is a further need to modernise agriculture and the private sector, especially in new research, post-harvest infrastructure and exports, industry experts said on Saturday.

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India’s rich history, vibrant culture highlighted at Korea international fair

India’s rich history, vibrant culture highlighted at Korea international fair

Ilsan, July 20 - India's rich history and vibrant culture grabbed the spotlight as the ninth Korea International Tourism Fair kicked off at Ilsan in northwest of Seoul.

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Yes Bank clocks 47 per cent jump in Q1 net profit at Rs 502 crore

Yes Bank clocks 47 per cent jump in Q1 net profit at Rs 502 crore

New Delhi, July 20 -Private sector lender Yes Bank on Saturday reported a standalone net profit of Rs 502 crore for the April-June quarter of 2024-25 which represents a 47 per cent jump over the corresponding figure of Rs 342.5 crore for the

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HDFC Bank posts 35% rise in net profit at Rs 16,175 crore for April-June quarter

HDFC Bank posts 35% rise in net profit at Rs 16,175 crore for April-June quarter

New Delhi, July 20 - HDFC Bank on Saturday reported a 35 per cent increase in net profit to Rs 16,175 crore for the April-June quarter of the current financial year from Rs 11,952 crore in the same period of 2023-24.

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100 crore new jobs to be created globally in 20 years, India to have 25 pc share

100 crore new jobs to be created globally in 20 years, India to have 25 pc share

New Delhi, July 20 - The world is likely to see a huge addition of 100 crore new workers in the global economy in the next 20 years and India will have at least 25 per cent share of it, Ved Mani Tiwari,

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Commercial vehicle sales surge amid rapid urbanisation, economic growth in India

Commercial vehicle sales surge amid rapid urbanisation, economic growth in India

New Delhi, July 20 - Driven by friendly government policies, rapid urbanisation and economic growth, sales volumes of commercial vehicles (CV) have nearly recovered to the pre-Covid times, according to Girish Wagh, Executive Director of Tata Motors.

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