IIMCIP launches its new project INVENT
Oct 21, 2016, at 02:06 pm
Kolkata, Oct 20 (IBNS): IIM Calcutta Innovation Park, formed under the aegis of IIM Calcutta, for promoting entrepreneurship and innovation in research and business through industry-academia partnership, formally announced the launch of its new initiative INVENT, on Wednesday, at IIMC City Office campus in Kolkata.
Idea launches 4G services in Himachal Pradesh
Oct 21, 2016, at 05:04 am
Shimla/Dharamshala, Oct 20 (IBNS): Idea Cellular, a telecom operator, has announced the launch of its world class 4G service in Himachal Pradesh.
TCS recognized as global leader in digital services for second consecutive year by Everest Group
Oct 21, 2016, at 04:54 am
Mumbai, Oct 20 (IBNS): Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, on Thursday announced that it has been recognized as a Global Leader for the second consecutive year in the Everest Group report, 'Digital Services-PEAK Matrix Assessment and Market Trends: Is Digital the New Normal?' October 2016.
Mytrah Energy reaches one gigawatt milestone
Oct 21, 2016, at 03:40 am
Hyderabad/ Kolkata, Oct 20 (IBNS): Mytrah Energy, an independent power producer in renewable energy, on Thursday announced that the installation of additional capacity at its Aspari project in Andhra Pradesh has taken its total wind portfolio energy capacity to 1000 MW (1 Gigawatt).
Indian benchmark indices close in positive territory on Thursday
Oct 20, 2016, at 10:09 pm
Mumbai, Oct 20 (IBNS): Spurred by positive cues from global markets, strong US earnings data and a hike in oil prices, the Indian market closed higher on Thursday, according to media reports.
Bank of Canada to announce on interest rates
Oct 20, 2016, at 01:40 am
Ottawa, Oct 19 (IBNS): The Bank of Canada is scheduled to make its latest interest rate announcement on Wednesday along with its updated forecast for the economy.
Newly appointed Chairman of J&K Bank calls on Dr Jitendra Singh
Oct 20, 2016, at 01:37 am
New Delhi, Oct 19 (IBNS): The newly appointed Chairman of Jammu & Kashmir Bank, Mr. Parvez Ahmed called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh here on Wednesday and discussed wide range of issues relating to banking sector and economic scenario in the State.
Facebook adds new feature for users
Oct 20, 2016, at 01:25 am
New York, Oct 19 (IBNS): Popular social networking site Facebook on Wednesday said it has introduced features by which users in the US can order food through the pages of the restaurants.
Perto S.A. from Brazil inaugurates first overseas ATM manufacturing plant in Jaipur
Oct 20, 2016, at 01:08 am
Jaipur, Oct 19 (IBNS): Perto S.A., a leading manufacturer of ATM (automatic teller machines) and cash dispensing machines from Brazil, on Wednesday inaugurated its first overseas manufacturing plant at Mahindra World City Jaipur Ltd. (MWC Jaipur).
Real-time tracking of bags to save air transport industry $3 billion
Oct 20, 2016, at 12:52 am
Dubai, Oct 19 (IBNS): The global deployment of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, which can accurately track passengers’ baggage in real time across key points in the journey, can enable the air transport industry to save more than US$3 billion over the next seven years.
Oct 20, 2016, at 12:11 am
New Delhi, Oct 19 (IBNS): Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) 2016-17 between India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) and Department of Commerce (DoC), Government of India was signed by L.C. Goyal, CMD, India Trade Promotion Organisation and Rita Teaotia, Secretary, Commerce, Govt. of India in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Indian benchmark indices stumble on Wednesday
Oct 19, 2016, at 10:51 pm
Mumbai, Oct 19 (IBNS): The Indian market ended Wednesday on negative note largely due to weak global cues and profit booking in key stocks, especially in the banking, auto and FMCG sectors, according to media reports.
Jet Airways enhances connectivity to SAARC, Gulf
Oct 19, 2016, at 10:14 pm
Mumbai, Oct 19 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, is set to enhance connectivity between India and SAARC as well as Gulf.
Infosys inducted into the ‘Winner’s Circle’
Oct 19, 2016, at 10:10 pm
Bangalore, Oct 19 (IBNS): Infosys has been inducted into the ‘Winner’s Circle’ in the HfS ServiceNow Services Blueprint Report, 2016 for its innovative offerings to deliver large-scale Service Now programs and its as-a-service proposition for service experience transformation.
Helios partners with Raymond Weil to offer Swiss watches in India
Oct 19, 2016, at 10:00 pm
Kolkata/Bangalore, Oct 19 (IBNS): Helios, India’s largest multi-brand premium watch retailer from Titan Company limited announced its partnership with renowned Swiss watchmaker, Raymond Weil, on Wednesday.
Land Rover Experience begins to excite customers in Kolkata
Oct 19, 2016, at 09:52 pm
Kolkata, Oct 19 (IBNS): After the kickoff of the Land Rover Experience tour in Kochi, followed by Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Aamby Valley, Delhi, Nagpur and Ahmedabad, Land Rover will continue its adventurous journey in Kolkata.
Tata Steel conferred with `Sustainable Manufacturing’ Award at Make in India Awards 2016
Oct 19, 2016, at 09:13 pm
New Delhi/ Kolkata, Oct 19 (IBNS): Tata Steel, the country’s leading steel producer, has been conferred with the ‘Sustainable Manufacturing of Make in India’ Award at the Make in India Awards 2016 function organised in New Delhi on Thursday.
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’.