Sensex trades higher led by IT stocks
Mumbai, June 21 - Indian equity indices opened in green on Friday as Infosys, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra were top gainers.
EV startups from India, EU pitch innovative tech in battery recycling
New Delhi, June 21 - In a bid to enhance the Electric Vehicle (EV) landscape and ecosystems in India and Europe, the India-European Union Trade and Technology Council (TTC) organised an event, featuring 12 high-impact startups in battery recycling technologies for EVs.
S. Korea, Germany discuss ways of stronger industry ties during ministerial talks
Seoul, June 21 - South Korea's Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun met with Germany's top economic policymaker in Seoul on Friday to discuss ways of enhancing bilateral relations on advanced industries, energy and broader economic ties, officials said.
Asset right growth strategy boosts Storii by ITC Hotels on a high growth trajectory
New Delhi, June 21 - Strengthening the presence of Brand Storii, ITC’s Hotel Group has announced the signing of two Storii resorts in Rajasthan.
Rs 3,500cr worth of illicit goods seized by DRI in FY23-24: Official
New Delhi, June 21 - Mohan Kumar Singh, Principal Director General of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), said that illicit trade through smuggling and counterfeiting poses an immense threat and impacts legitimate economic activities resulting in government revenue losses and fuelling of
IndiGo ties up with Garuda to train fresh pilots
New Delhi, June 20 - Leading low-cost carrier IndiGo has partnered with Garuda Aviation Academy to train fresh pilots as future junior first officers, under the airline's Cadet Pilot Program.
Coal Ministry going for major reforms to ensure responsible mining
New Delhi, June 20 - The Ministry of Coal on Thursday announced that it has revised the framework of preparation of the Mining Plan, a pivotal step to regulate and advance India's coal mining sector, and issued draft guidelines for consultation.
DGFT rolls out Faceless Automation system to fix Input-Output Norms for exporters
New Delhi June 20 - In line with ongoing efforts to modernise and streamline foreign trade procedures the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has decided that ad-hoc Input Output Norms will be determined through a rule-based, system-driven process, aimed at improving the
Indian scientists decode new class of materials for energy harvesting, power generation
New Delhi, June 20 - Scientists from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) Bengaluru, an autonomous institution under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), on Thursday provided groundbreaking insights into a new class of materials for energy harvesting and power
EPFO adds record 18.92 lakh members in April reflecting rise in jobs
New Delhi, June 20 - The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has added 18.92 lakh net members during April this year which is the highest since the first payroll data was published in April 2018, according to figures released by the Ministry of
Scarce rain, excessive heat caused fall in tea production in Assam, Bengal: Industry
Guwahati, June 20 - Insufficient rainfall and excessive heat are hampering production of tea to a great extent during the current cropping season in Assam and West Bengal, industry sources said on Thursday.
TRAI releases recommendations for formulation of National Broadcasting Policy 2024
New Delhi, June 20 - The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on Thursday released recommendations on inputs for the formulation of 'National Broadcasting Policy-2024' to establish a robust broadcasting ecosystem.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman holds pre-Budget meeting with India Inc.
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday chaired the third pre-budget consultation with industry leaders and associations in connection with the forthcoming General Budget 2024-25 here on Thursday.
28 pc GST on gaming firms triggered a cascade of repercussions: Report
New Delhi, June 19 - The 28 per cent GST on skill-based online games has triggered a cascade of repercussions, including funding constraints, reduced growth trajectories, job losses, and heightened uncertainty across the sector, a report said on Wednesday.
NSE warns investors of 2 individuals promising assured returns in stock market
New Delhi, June 19 - The National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday issued an advisory cautioning investors of two individuals promising assured returns on investment in the stock market.
Greece aims at tenfold increase in electric taxis in Athens by 2026
Athens, June 20 - Greece aims to increase the number of electric taxis circulating in the Athens wider area tenfold by 2026, as part of efforts for a shift to climate-friendly electromobility, officials said.
Asian Development Bank approves $40 mn loan to Bhutan
Manila, June 20 - The Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Thursday said it has approved a policy-based loan of 40 million US dollars to help Bhutan further strengthen its public financial management and green growth.
Sensex jumps 141 points, Nifty closes above 23,550
Mumbai, June 20 - India's benchmark indices closed in the green on Thursday following a rally in metal and banking stocks.
Union Budget: Real estate sector calls for renewed push towards affordable housing in metros
New Delhi, June 20 - Riding on supportive policy interventions and rising disposable incomes, India’s real estate sector is growing and needs a renewed push for affordable housing, especially in and around metro cities, from the Union Budget 2024-25, industry experts said on
Ola Electric gets SEBI’s nod for Rs 5,500 crore IPO
New Delhi, June 20 - Bhavish Aggarwal-led Ola Electric has received the go-ahead from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its initial public offering (IPO).