GST collection jumps 7.7 pc in June to Rs 1.74 lakh crore
New Delhi, July 1 - India's gross GST collection rose to Rs 1.74 lakh crore in June this year which represents a 7.7 per cent increase over the same month last year, according to sources.
ASSOCHAM Illness to Wellness salutes doctor fraternity on National Doctor’s Day
New Delhi, July 1 - On the occasion of National Doctor’s Day, ASSOCHAM CSR Council, under the ‘Illness to Wellness’ initiative, recognised the unwavering dedication of doctors in alleviating pain and suffering in society by providing yeoman service.
Sarbananda Sonowal holds pre-budget meeting with maritime sector stakeholders
New Delhi, July 1 - Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday held a pre-budget meeting with various stakeholders to gather feedback and suggestions from experts and stakeholders across different sectors.
Hiring in India’s pharma, IT, FMCG sectors saw growth in June: Report
New Delhi, July 1 - Major sectors such as pharma/biotech (6 per cent), AI-ML (20 per cent) and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) (12 per cent) showed positive growth in hiring activity in the month of June, a new report showed on Monday.
GST increased pace of formalisation of economy: Goa CM
Panaji, July 1 - Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Monday said that GST has increased the pace of formalisation of the economy and has incorporated ease of doing business beneficial for all companies and enterprises.
UPI transactions surge 49 per cent YoY at 13.89 billion in June
New Delhi, July 1 - The Unified Payments Interface (UPI)-based transactions reached 13.89 billion in June, surging 49 per cent on a year-on-year (YoY) basis, data by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) showed on Monday.
Your ‘pay or consent’ model fails to comply with DMA: EU tells Meta
New Delhi, July 1 - The European Union on Monday informed Meta (formerly Facebook) of its preliminary findings that its "pay or consent" advertising model fails to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Digital India symbolises an empowered nation: PM Modi
New Delhi, July 1 - Digital India symbolises an empowered country which boosts 'Ease of Living' and transparency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday.
Ola Electric posts 107 pc growth in June EV 2-wheeler registrations
New Delhi, July 1 - Bhavish Aggarwal-led Ola Electric on Monday announced that it has posted a growth of 107 per cent (Year-on-Year) in June 2024 Electric Vehicle (EV) two-wheeler registrations as compared to the corresponding month in 2023.
India offers $500 bn investment opportunity in clean energy, time to tap skilled youth
New Delhi, July 1 - As India begins its ambitious journey towards achieving the target of net zero by 2070, the energy transition efforts in the country offer an immense $500 billion investment opportunity to businesses, billion, especially in the green energy value
India’s retail market attracts investors, funding for startups rose by 32 pc
New Delhi, July 1 - India's consumption story has been attracting investors. In the first half of 2024, retail startups in the country raised 32 per cent more funds as compared to the same period last year.
Hyundai Motor register decline, Kia logs growth in overall sales in June
New Delhi, July 1 - Automaker Hyundai Motor India has registered a decline of 1.22 per cent in overall auto sales in the month of June, while Kia India reported a growth of 9.8 per cent, the companies said on Monday.
Groww aims to debunk misinformation to over 1.5 crore customers amid concerns
New Delhi, July 1 - As multiple customers juggled to validate their Groww portfolio on mutual fund transfer agencies CAMS and Kfintech amid concerns, the financial services platform on Monday said some of the customers are not able to see all their investments
ONDC adds 300 sellers, 400 women entrepreneurs to its network
New Delhi, July 1 - The government-run Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) on Monday announced empowering 300 sellers and 400 women entrepreneurs, by adding them to its e-commerce network.
Maruti Suzuki India, Tata Motors log sales growth in April-June quarter
Mumbai, July 1 - Maruti Suzuki India sold 179,228 units in June, compared to 159,418 units in the same month last year, it said on Monday.
Sensex jumps 443 points, IT stocks lead rally
Mumbai, July 1 - Indian stock indices closed in green on Monday following the rally in IT shares. At closing
Palace on Wheels as wedding destination, bookings to start from September
Jaipur, July 1 - After the Palace on Wheels, which is regarded as one of the most beautiful and luxurious trains in the world, offered destination weddings, the booking for the same will start in September.
CII, Nasscom join hands to digitally skill 1 lakh non-IT professionals in 2 years
New Delhi, July 1 - The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Nassom on Monday joined hands to provide digital skills to youth in sectors other than IT, with an aim to reskill and upskill 1 lakh youth in the coming two years.
97.87 pc of ₹2000 banknotes have now been returned: RBI
Mumbai, July 1 - The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday said that 97.87 per cent of the ₹2000 banknotes that were in circulation as of May 19, 2023, when their withdrawal was announced, have now been returned.
Video telematics startup Cautio raises Rs 6.5 cr led by Antler, other investors
New Delhi, July 1 - Video telematics startup Cautio on Monday announced a pre-seed raise of Rs 6.5 crore led by Antler, 8i Ventures and AU Small Finance Bank.