Nov 09, 2016, at 03:15 am
New Delhi, Nov 8 (IBNS): In a bid to fight against corruption, black money, money laundering, terrorism and financing of terrorists as well as counterfeit notes, the Government of India has decided that the five hundred and one thousand rupee notes will no longer be legal tender from midnight tonight.
Harley-Davidson India lineup exudes power and control
Nov 09, 2016, at 02:36 am
New Delhi, Nov 8 (IBNS): Harley-Davidson India, on Tuesaday launched its 2017 model-year lineup with the addition of two new exciting models - Harley-Davidson Roadster and Road Glide Special.
Pollution to cripple NCR economy; Golden triangle tourism to be hit: ASSOCHAM
Nov 08, 2016, at 10:27 pm
New Delhi, Nov 8 (IBNS): With Delhi and NCR getting the descriptive titles like ‘gas chamber’ and the world’s most polluted city, the entire area of National Capital Region encompassing not only Noida, Gurgaon and Faridabad but also right up to Meerut, Panipat, Bhiwadi and Rohtak is likely to face a crippling economic impact more in sectors like tourism, transport, automobile and real estate, an ASSOCHAM paper has said.
Indian benchmark indices end Tuesday in positive territory
Nov 08, 2016, at 10:18 pm
Mumbai, Nov 8 (IBNS): Like the rest of the world, the Indian market is closely following the outcome of the US Presidential election and chose to remain cautious on Tuesday but the benchmark indices managed to post modest gains at close of business following investor buying, the media reported.
Airtel appoints Vani Venkatesh as CEO - Retail
Nov 08, 2016, at 10:01 pm
New Delhi, Nov 8 (IBNS); Bharti Airtel, a telecommunications services provider, on Tuesday announced the appointment of Vani Venkatesh as CEO – Retail.
Tata Motors showcases country’s first LNG-powered bus
Nov 08, 2016, at 09:53 pm
Thiruvananthapuram/Kolkata, Nov 8 (IBNS): Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicles manufacturer and among the Top 10 globally, on Tuesday showcased the country’s first LNG (liquefied natural gas) powered bus in Kerala, in the presence of Minister of MoPNG (Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas) Dharmendra Pradhan and Chief Minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan.
Tata Motors Mega Service Camp to commence from Nov 11
Nov 08, 2016, at 09:42 pm
Mumbai/Kolkata, Nov 8 (IBNS): Tata Motors on Tuesday announced the roll-out of the nationwide Mega Service Camp for its passenger vehicle customers.
President of India inaugurates Diamond Jubilee celebrations of ECGC
Nov 08, 2016, at 09:08 pm
New Delhi, Nov 8 (IBNS): President of India Pranab Mukherjee inaugurated the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations of Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India Limited (ECGC) on Tuesday in New Delhi.
Rima Pradhan becomes the first Indian to bag ICSC Foundation Scholarship Award
Nov 08, 2016, at 08:15 pm
Mumbai, Nov 8 (IBNS): Viviana Mall's Rima Pradhan became the first Indian to bag the ICSC Foundation Scholarship Award’ by International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).
Linus W. L. Cheung appointed to Sotheby's Board of Directors
Nov 08, 2016, at 04:36 am
New York, Nov 7 (IBNS) -- Sotheby's on Monday announced that Linus Wing Lam Cheung has been unanimously elected to join the Company's Board of Directors.
Jet Airways to launch direct daily service between Bengaluru, Singapore
Nov 08, 2016, at 02:22 am
Bengaluru/Mumbai, Nov 7 (IBNS): Jet Airways, a premier international airline, on Monday announced the launch of a daily direct flight from Bengaluru to Singapore with effect from December 14, 2016, further expanding its connectivity across the ASEAN region.
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare reports sales of Rs. 1,136 cr in Q2
Nov 08, 2016, at 01:24 am
Mumbai, Nov 7 (IBNS): GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Limited on Monday declared its financial results for the second quarter ended September 30, 2016. Sales stood at Rs 1,136 crores with an underlying growth of 0.4% and PBT before exceptional items at Rs 288 crores growing by 1.8%.
Uday Kotak, Gerry Grimstone calls on Arun Jaitley
Nov 08, 2016, at 01:04 am
New Delhi, Nov 7 (IBNS): The Co-Chairs of the India UK Financial Partnership (IUKFP), Uday Kotak and Sir Gerry Grimstone called on the Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in his office here on Monday to appraise him on progress of the partnership and presented the two most recent papers on ‘Financial Inclusion’ and ‘Responsible Shareholder Engagement – An Indian Stewardship Code’.
Kolkata Mayor Sovan Chatterjee inaugurates Bandhan Bank’s Behala branch
Nov 07, 2016, at 10:39 pm
Kolkata, Nov 7 (IBNS): Bandhan Bank on Monday opened its Behala branch in Kolkata.
Indian benchmark indices slightly up on Monday
Nov 07, 2016, at 10:36 pm
Mumbai, Nov 7 (IBNS): The Indian market ended up on Monday after losses in the previous week, according to media sources. Sensex was up 184.84 points at 27458.99 and Nifty was up 63.30 points at 8497.05.
Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance launches ‘Platinum Plus Plan’
Nov 07, 2016, at 10:29 pm
Kolkata, Nov 7 (IBNS): Canara HSBC Oriental Bank of Commerce Life Insurance on Monday launched a unit linked protection product for High Net-worth Individuals(HNI).
Axis Bank-Flipkart launches contactless ‘Axis Bank Buzz Credit Card’
Nov 07, 2016, at 09:05 pm
Bengaluru, Nov 7 (IBNS): Axis Bank, a private sector bank, on Monday announced its partnership with e-commerce marketplace Flipkart to launch ‘Axis Bank Buzz Credit Card’.
Nov 06, 2016, at 01:21 am
New Delhi, Nov 5 (IBNS): Petrol and diesel prices were increased on Saturday, officials said.
New features on Google Maps app to make travelling easier
Nov 05, 2016, at 05:35 pm
Kolkata, Nov 5 (IBNS): Google unveiled the latest features included in its Google Maps app at a promotional event in Kolkata recently.
Winners of 2016 Infosys Finacle Client Innovation Awards announced
Nov 05, 2016, at 02:34 am
Bangalore, Nov 4 (IBNS): Infosys Finacle, part of EdgeVerve Systems, a product subsidiary of Infosys, recently announced the winners of the 2016 Infosys Finacle Client Innovation Awards.
Volvo Cars launches much-awaited luxury sedan – Volvo S90
Nov 05, 2016, at 02:12 am
Kolkata, Nov 4 (IBNS): The stunningly elegant new S90 is Volvo’s entry ticket to the entrenched luxury sedan segment and marks a giant step forward for Volvo Cars better known for its SUVs and Estates.
Indian markets end in the red on Friday
Nov 04, 2016, at 09:55 pm
Mumbai, Nov 4 (IBNS): The Indian benchmark indices ended in the red for the fifth consecutive session on Friday, with Sensex down 156.13 points at 27274.15, and Nifty down 51.20 points at 8433.75.
Tata Sons announces organisational changes
Nov 04, 2016, at 09:31 pm
Mumbai, Nov 4 (IBNS): Tata Sons has announced a slew of organisational changes with immediate effect, according to a company release on Friday.
ASSOCHAM for setting up road transport regulatory authority
Nov 04, 2016, at 06:39 pm
New Delhi, Nov 4 (IBNS): Apex industry body, ASSOCHAM, as part of its initiative to bring back India’s steel sector on growth trajectory, has submitted various suggestions to the Central government and the steel ministry.
KBSK partners with PWCIS to work in the field of renewal energy
Nov 04, 2016, at 04:45 am
Kolkata, Nov 3 (IBNS): With an aim to accomplish vision of Narendra Modi led NDA Government in the field of renewal energy, Krishi Bikash Shilpa Kendra (KBSK) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a Punjab based The Punjab Workshop Co-Operative Industrial Society Limited.
Tube Investments of India records standalone Q2 net profit up by 113 pct
Nov 04, 2016, at 04:38 am
Kolkata/Chennai, Nov 3 (IBNS): The Board of Directors of Tube Investments of India Limited (TII) met on Thursday and approved the financial results for the quarter ended 30th September, 2016.
Tata Motors signs MOU with Indonesia's PT Pindad
Nov 04, 2016, at 01:09 am
Jakarta/Kolkata, Nov 3 (IBNS): Automobile manufacturer Tata Motors and PT Pindad on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation to effectively explore market potential of Tata Armoured Vehicles in Indonesia and other agreed regions of ASEAN.
IDBI Bank receives National Award for excellence in Micro lending
Nov 04, 2016, at 12:59 am
Mumbai, Nov 3 (IBNS): Ministry of MSME has instituted National Awards for Excellence in MSE Lending to Public Sector Banks in recognition of the performance in financing to Micro and Small Enterprises.
Indian markets cautious over US elections, GST rate finalised
Nov 04, 2016, at 12:50 am
Mumbai, Nov 3 (IBNS): The Indian financial market turned jittery on Thursday with concerns over the US Presidential elections scheduled on Nov 8. according to media reports.
Arun Jaitley: GST rate finalised, with lowest at five per cent
Nov 03, 2016, at 11:12 pm
New Delhi, Nov 3 (IBNS): The Goods and Serivces Tax Council (GST Council), led by Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, fixed the GST rate structure on Thursday, according to media reports.