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Vedanta appoints Ajay Dixit as Chief Executive Officer, Power

May 14, 2015, at 12:03 am

New Delhi, May 13 (IBNS): Vedanta, the global, diversified natural resource company has appointed Ajay Dixit as Chief Executive Officer, Power, effective May 11.

Polycom transforms small workspaces into high-powered collaboration hubs

May 13, 2015, at 11:46 pm

Hyderabad, May 13 (IBNS) Dedicated to creating superior collaboration experiences in any workspace, Polycom, Inc on Wednesday announced two new Polycom RealPresence Group Series video collaboration solutions that transform small workspaces into high-powered collaboration hubs.

Vodafone M-Pesa partners with govt to empower SHGs in Rajasthan

May 13, 2015, at 11:42 pm

Jaipur, May 13 (IBNS): Telecom service provider Vodafone India has entered into a strategic tie-up with Rajasthan Grameen Aajeevika Vikas Parishad (RGAVP), to empower women in Village Organisation (VO)/ Self Help Group (SHG).

Sensex finishes 373 points higher

May 13, 2015, at 11:32 pm

Mumbai, May 13 (IBNS) The Sensex jumped 373 points up as the Indian market closed on Wednesday.

Cabinet approves New Urea Policy 2015

May 13, 2015, at 10:51 pm

New Delhi, May 13 (IBNS) The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave its approval to a comprehensive New Urea Policy 2015 for the next four financial years.

ICAI holds awareness programme in Kolkata for CAs

May 13, 2015, at 06:54 pm

Kolkata, May 13 (IBNS): Eastern India Regional Council of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) hosted an Awareness Programme on IFRS Converged Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) organised by Ind AS (IFRS) Implementation Committee, ICAI

Union Cabinet approves NTPC, IOC stake sale to fetch Rs.13,000 corre

May 13, 2015, at 06:50 pm

New Delhi, May 13 (IBNS) The Union cabinet on has approved the proposal to sell 5 per cent stake in power-producer NTPC Ltd and 10 per cent ownership in Indian Oil Corp, a state-run fuel retailer major.

Vikram Solar commissions 40 MW PV plant in MP

May 13, 2015, at 03:58 am

Bhopal, May 12 (IBNS): EPC and tier 1 (Bloomberg) module manufacturer Vikram Solar has successfully commissioned a 40 MW solar plant for IL&FS Energy Development Company Limited (IEDCL).

Alstom T&D India to supply Power Grid's first 'Make in India' Gas-Insulated Substation

May 13, 2015, at 03:46 am

Bhopal, May 12 (IBNS): Alstom T&D India has been awarded a contract worth approximately €34 million (Rs. 2266 million) by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Power Grid) to supply two Gas-Insulated Substations (GIS).

Mahindra First Choice Wheels inaugurates first authorized dealership in Howrah

May 13, 2015, at 03:43 am

Kolkata, May 12 (IBNS): Mahindra First Choice Wheels Ltd. (MFCWL) on Tuesday inaugurated its first outlet in Howrah near Kolkata.

Jabong founders invest in Wassup, an on-demand convenience brand

May 13, 2015, at 02:02 am

New Delhi, May 12 (IBNS): Wassup, an on-demand convenience brand co-founded by Balachandar.R and Durga Das, on Tuesday announced that it has raised lead amount for the Pre Series A ofUSD 2 Mn from Arun Chandra Mohan and Praveen Sinha, the founders of Jabong.

India to grow 7.5% in FY16: Moody's

May 13, 2015, at 01:59 am

New Delhi, May 12 (IBNS): Ratings agency Moody's on Tuesday said India is forecast to be the strongest performer among the G20 countries with GDP growth of 7.5% in both 2015 and 2016.

Aditya Birla Retail to buy Jubilant Industries retail business

May 13, 2015, at 12:51 am

New Delhi, May 12 (IBNS): The Aditya Birla Retail Limited is all set to acquire Total Superstore Business, the Retail Division of Jubilant Agri & Consumer Products Limited, officials said on Tuesday.

Verizon Communications Inc to buy AOL Inc

May 13, 2015, at 12:40 am

New York, May 12 (IBNS) Verizon Communications Inc on Tuesday announced the signing of an agreement to purchase AOL Inc.

Apr CPI touches 4.87 pct

May 13, 2015, at 12:30 am

New Delhi, May 12 (IBNS) The Consumer price inflation has touched 4.87 percent in April, government data released on Tuesday said.

IIP posts 2.1% growth in March

May 13, 2015, at 12:11 am

New Delhi, May 12 (IBNS) The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) has touched 2.1 percent growth in March, the government data said on Tuesday.

IFC partners with Tata Value Homes

May 12, 2015, at 11:23 pm

New Delhi / Kolkata, May 12 (IBNS): IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, will invest $25 million alongside Tata Value Homes, a 100 percent subsidiary of Tata Housing, to finance affordable housing projects for low-income households across India.

Sensex drops more than 600 points

May 12, 2015, at 10:00 pm

Mumbai, May 12 (IBNS) The Indian market witnessed a drop with the Sensex closing 600 points down on Tuesday.

Tata Power extends Islanding System to Haldia

May 12, 2015, at 03:47 am

Kolkata, May 11 (IBNS): Integrated power Company Tata Power, has extended its 'Islanding System' to the city of Haldia as recent grid failures in recent past have created severe consequences.

Odisha assured increased allocation of fertilizers

May 12, 2015, at 01:26 am

New Delhi, May 11 (IBNS) Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh has assured adequate allocation of fertilizer to Odisha for ensuing Kharif Season and inclusion of the state under National Food Security Mission to promote cultivation of sugarcane.

Qatar ​Airways announces 2 for 1 premium class offer

May 11, 2015, at 11:15 pm

Kolkata, May 11 (IBNS): Qatar Airways on Monday announced that it is offering customers in India a Double The Luxury promotion for Premium Class travel to destinations around the world.

Sensex closes over 400 points higher

May 11, 2015, at 10:23 pm

Mumbai, May 11 (IBNS): The Sensex stood more than 400 points higher at the end of the day's trading on Monday.

India, China likely to ink deals worth $10 billion during Modi's visit: Chinese Ambassador

May 11, 2015, at 03:55 pm

New Delhi, May 11 (IBNS) China's Ambassador to India Le Yucheng has said t Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to his country will be the highlight of Indo-China relations for 2015.

PM dedicates SAIL's expanded IISCO Steel Plant at Burnpur

May 10, 2015, at 10:19 pm

New Delhi/Burnpur, May10 (IBNS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday dedicated to the nation SAIL’s modernised and expanded IISCO Steel Plant (ISP) at Burnpur in West Bengal in a glittering function attended by more than one lakh enthusiastic citizens of the region.

Rajiv Pratap Rudy stresses urgent need to standardize vocational training in India

May 10, 2015, at 01:49 am

New Delhi, May 9 (IBNS) Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (Independent Charge) and Parliamentary Affairs Rajiv Pratap Rudy on Saturday presided over a National Workshop of State Ministers and other stake holders on Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Policy to discuss the policy framework and roadmap for Skill Development in the country.

Brother launches new ink refill tank printer series

May 09, 2015, at 05:17 am

Kolkata, May 8 (IBNS): Brother International, a leader in home and business IT peripherals that focuses on the 'Customer-First' approach, has launched a range of Inkjet Multi-Function Centres that features a new Refill Tank System.

Bengal Chamber of Commerce organizes business delegation to Thimpu

May 09, 2015, at 04:42 am

Kolkata, May 8 (IBNS): The Bengal Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCC&I) and Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) are jointly organizing a Business Delegation to Thimpu in Bhutan on May 12 and 13.

Indian Army, Bank of India sign MoU

May 09, 2015, at 03:37 am

New Delhi, May 8 (IBNS): An MoU was signed between the Indian Army and Bank of India (BOI) on the Defence Salary Package on Friday.

Nucleus Software announces FY 2015 results

May 08, 2015, at 09:55 pm

New Delhi, May 8 (IBNS) Nucleus Software, the leading provider of mission critical lending and transaction banking products to the global financial services industry, on Friday reported its consolidated results for the financial year ended March 31.

Peerless AMC appoints Harish Engineer as Independent Director

May 08, 2015, at 09:44 pm

Kolkata, May 8 (IBNS): Peerless Funds Management Co. Ltd (PFMCL), is pleased to announce the appointment of Harish Engineer as an Independent Director on its Board.