Infosys Foundation to construct a ‘Zebra Enclosure’ at the Bannerghatta Biological Park
Oct 19, 2016, at 07:38 pm
Bangalore, Oct 19 (IBNS): Infosys Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Infosys, recently announced that it has undertaken the construction of a ‘Zebra Enclosure’ at the Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) which was inaugurated on Wednesday.
Next Orbit's $750 million fund attracts UAE investors
Oct 19, 2016, at 04:00 am
Mumbai, Oct 18 (IBNS): Next Orbit Ventures (NOVF), a Mumbai-based venture capital firm focused on electronic system design and manufacturing (ESDM) sector, gets commitment visibility from UAE investors for its $750 million plus (INR 5,000 crore plus) fund which will be invested in digital, analog and solar fabrication (fabs) projects along with semiconductor design, electronics, led and solar products to feed those fabs.
Havells announces appointment of an independent director to board
Oct 19, 2016, at 12:40 am
New Delhi, Oct 18 (IBNS): Havells India Limited on Tuesday announced the induction of Vellayan Subbiah as the new member to its Board.
Emirates Skywards marks 16 years with over 16 million members
Oct 18, 2016, at 10:04 pm
Kolkata, Oct 18 (IBNS): Emirates Skywards, the award-winning frequent flyer programme of Emirates airline, marks its 16th year milestone with over 16 million members and the successful launch of new initiatives to enhance reward options for members.
British lifestyle brand Superdry opens at CSIA
Oct 18, 2016, at 09:56 pm
Mumbai, Oct 18 (IBNS): In keeping with the global trend of growing transit retail, Mumbai International Airport has recently brought under its roof a choice selection of premium brands for its passengers.
Infosys Foundation, Infosys Bhubaneswar partner with CIPET to provide technical training
Oct 18, 2016, at 09:35 pm
Bhubaneswar, Oct 18 (IBNS): Akanksha, the CSR arm of Infosys Bhubaneswar Development Center (DC), in collaboration with the Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology (CIPET), a Government of India Institute, has conducted free residential, technical skill development training for 240 students for the second consecutive year at the CIPET campus II in Bhubaneswar.
Indian benchmark indices improve performance on Tuesday
Oct 18, 2016, at 09:30 pm
Mumbai, Oct 18 (IBNS):The Indian market clawed back to positive territory on Tuesday with Sensex up 520.91 points at 28050.88 and Nifty up 157.50 points at 8677.90.
Etihad Airways expands Madrid service to daily operation
Oct 18, 2016, at 09:19 pm
Abu Dhabi, Oct 18 (IBNS): Etihad Airways on Tuesday announced its Abu Dhabi – Madrid route will operate daily with the introduction of three new flights each week, effective 1 June 2017.
Calcutta Angels Network forays into fashion space with seed funding for Purple Style Labs
Oct 18, 2016, at 07:56 pm
Kolkata, Oct 18 (IBNS): Calcutta Angels Network (CAN), a platform for entrepreneurs and investors to come on board to create an enabling environment for angel investments, mentorship and guidance, recently invested in Mumbai-based fashion house Purple Style Labs Private Limited.
Tenth India and United States Trade Policy Forum
Oct 18, 2016, at 07:06 pm
New Delhi, Oct 18 (IBNS): The tenth India-United States Trade Policy Forum (TPF) meetings are scheduled to be held from Oct 19 to 20, in New Delhi, the Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry announced on Tuesday.
Zoomcar launched in Kolkata, plans to foray in three more cities
Oct 18, 2016, at 04:40 am
Kolkata, Oct 17 (IBNS): Zoomcars, the self-driven car rental company, on Monday announced to kick-start its operation in three more cities
RenewBuy partners with HDFC Ergo to launch Multi Year 2-Wheeler insurance
Oct 18, 2016, at 04:16 am
New Delhi, Oct 17 (IBNS): RenewBuy, a growing web-based motor insurance platform in India, on Monday announced the launch of multi-year two-wheeler comprehensive insurance plan in partnership with India's leading motor insurer HDFC Ergo.
Mercedes-Benz strengthens its SUV portfolio, launches GLA 220 d 4MATIC ‘Activity Edition’
Oct 18, 2016, at 01:22 am
Pune, Oct 17 (IBNS): Luxury car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz on Monday launched the all-new GLA 220 d 4MATIC ‘Activity Edition’.
Etihad Airways' Melbourne premium lounge named Australia's Best
Oct 17, 2016, at 10:22 pm
Sydney, Oct 17 (IBNS): Etihad Airways’ Premium Lounge at Melbourne Airport on Monday said it has been voted Australasia’s Leading Airport Lounge for 2016.
Indian benchmark indices trip on Monday
Oct 17, 2016, at 10:17 pm
Mumbai, Oct 17 (IBNS): The Indian market closed in negative territory on Monday largely due to weak global cues and disappointing performance by some index heavyweights, accoding to media sources.
Missile-Man’s B’Day: Lucknow Metro MD gets maiden Kalam Award
Oct 17, 2016, at 10:10 pm
New Delhi, Oct 17 (IBNS): Amid much zeal and jollity – marking the birthday of ‘Missile Man’ of India, Kumar Keshav – the Managing Director of Lucknow Metro Rail Corpration Limited (LMRC) – bagged the first Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Memorial Award for ‘Innovation in Governance’, at the capacity-crowded Vigyan Bhawan auditorium on Saturday.
Tata Trusts , GE Healthcare partner to skill 10,000 youth for jobs in the healthcare sector
Oct 17, 2016, at 10:08 pm
Mumbai/Kolkata, Oct 17 (IBNS): Tata Trusts and GE Healthcare today announced a partnership to train 10,000 youth in various technical areas of healthcare over a three-year period.
Jet Airways enhanes domestic connectivity with introduction of widebody services
Oct 17, 2016, at 09:59 pm
Mumbai, Oct 17 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, is set to introduce wide-body services on the busiest domestic routes in a move that will significantly enhance connectivity and offer superior on-board experience.
ICICI Bank organises 1269 coin exchange melas across India
Oct 17, 2016, at 09:32 pm
Mumbai, Oct 17 (IBNS): ICICI Bank Ltd, a private sector bank, organised 1269 coin exchange melas across the country last week.
Nissan India continues strong exports to overseas markets
Oct 17, 2016, at 09:22 pm
New Delhi, Oct 17 (IBNS):Japanese carmaker Nissan on Monday said it is continuing to deliver robust exports out of India.
Oct 16, 2016, at 01:36 am
New Delhi, Oct 15 (IBNS): Making things tough for consumers, petrol and diesel prices were hiked on Saturday, officials said.
Students must be innovative in their own way: Subrata Paul, Director, Globsyn Business School
Oct 15, 2016, at 02:40 am
Renowned business administrator, Subrata Paul, who has recently taken over as Director, Globsyn Business School, talks about his plans for the institute in an exclusive interview with IBNS correspondent Souvik Ghosh.
Indian benchmark indices close flat on Friday
Oct 15, 2016, at 12:20 am
Mumbai, Oct 14 (IBNS): Indian markets could not take advantage of the strong positive global cues on Friday and ended falt, according to media reports.
ICICI Bank approves appointment of Anup Bagchi as Executive Director
Oct 15, 2016, at 12:05 am
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IBNS): ICICI Bank on Friday said its board approved appointment of Anup Bagchi as Executive Director to head retail business.
Fastrack launches Wanderers collection
Oct 14, 2016, at 10:23 pm
Kolkata/ Bangalore, Oct 14 (IBNS): Popular youth accessories brand Fastrack has launched a new collection of trendy sunglasses, Wanderers.
Oct 14, 2016, at 09:57 pm
Pune, Oct 14 (IBNS): SANY India, a manufacturer of construction, heavy machinery and renewable equipment, on Friday announced its market leadership in the Long Reach (LR) excavator segment with 52% market share in India.
Emirates Skywards partners with Dubai Duty Free for Miles redemption at Dubai Airports
Oct 14, 2016, at 09:44 pm
Kolkata, Oct 14 (IBNS): Emirates Skywards, the award-winning frequent flyer programme of Emirates airline has partnered with Dubai Duty Free, one of the leading airport retailers in the world, for instant Miles redemption at participating stores.
Etihad Airways goes double daily to Dublin year-round
Oct 14, 2016, at 09:22 pm
Dublin, Oct 14 (IBNS):Etihad Airways on Friday announced the introduction of an additional daily year-round service between Abu Dhabi and Dublin which increases frequency on the route to 14 flights a week, effective Apr 1, 2017.
WPI-based annual inflation eases to 3.57 per cent in September
Oct 14, 2016, at 09:20 pm
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IBNS): The Union Ministry of Commerce & Industry, on Friday, published the official Wholesale Price Index for ‘All Commodities’ (Base: 2004-05=100) for September, 2016, which declined by 0.2 percent to 182.8 (provisional) from 183.1 (provisional) for the previous month.
TCS sees over four per cent growth in quarterly net profit of Rs 6,586 crore
Oct 14, 2016, at 06:28 pm
Mumbai/Kolkata, Oct 14 (IBNS): Tata Consultancy Services, one of India's leading IT services, consulting and business solutions firm reported, on Friday, its consolidated financial results (according to IFRS and Ind AS) as on September 30, 2016.