ICICI Bank launches two apps to enhance customer service
Aug 25, 2014, at 10:50 pm
Mumbai, Aug 25 (IBNS): ICICI Bank, India’s largest private sector bank, announced the launch of two new mobile banking applications; ‘iLoans’ and ‘iTrack’, for accessing loan account details and tracking status of dispatches, respectively.
Honda Cars India introduces new grades in Mobilio line-up
Aug 25, 2014, at 07:16 pm
New Delhi, Aug 25 (IBNS): Automobile major Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) Monday introduced two new grades of Honda Mobilio V(O) & RS(O) featuring first in segment Audio Video Navigation (AVN) and Rear View Parking Camera.
Dhaka to host India-Bangladesh Business Conclave tomorrow
Aug 24, 2014, at 01:17 am
Dhaka, Aug 23 (IBNS) Focusing on the major issues on enhancing bilateral trade and commerce between India and Bangladesh, India-Bangladesh Business Conclave will be organized by the IBCCI of Bangladesh and Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) on Sunday at Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel in Dhaka.
Seminar on tea trade and industry held at ILEAD
Aug 23, 2014, at 10:42 pm
Kolkata, Aug 23 (IBNS) A seminar on Opportunities in Tea Trade & Industry at iLEAD was held on Thursday at the iLEAD campus in Kolkata.
Govt stops teleshopping ads that violate the ASCI Code
Aug 23, 2014, at 04:13 am
New Delhi, Aug 22 (IBNS): In a recent development, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has ordered broadcasters not to air advertisements that have been found in violation of the Advertising Standards Council of India's (ASCI) code and not complying with the decision of its Consumer Complaints Council (CCC).
L&T Construction wins water project orders worth Rs. 1283 cr
Aug 23, 2014, at 03:23 am
Mumbai, Aug 22 (IBNS): The Water & Renewable Energy Business of L&T Construction, a leading player in the water infrastructure and renewable energy sector in India, has secured new orders worth Rs. 1283 crore in July and August 2014.
Bengal Aerotropolis enters into the 'Affordable Housing' segment
Aug 21, 2014, at 11:13 pm
Kolkata, Aug 21 (IBNS): Continuing with its vision of developing societal infrastructure for the state of West Bengal, Bengal Aerotropolis Projects Ltd (BAPL), the specialized infrastructure company engaged in the identification and development of aerotropolis projects in India, currently developing India’s first aerotropolis in Durgapur, West Bengal on Thursday announced its entry into the 'Affordable Housing' segment.
Honda's 1.5L i-DTEC diesel engine powers 1 lakh cars in india
Aug 21, 2014, at 10:04 pm
Mumbai, Aug 21 (IBNS): Car manufacturer Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL) on Thursday announced that it has sold more than 1 lakh cars powered by its 1.5L i-DTEC diesel engine in the country.
Cabinet approves mobile phone towers in 10 LWE-hit states
Aug 21, 2014, at 05:53 am
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IBNS) The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave its approval for providing mobile services at 2199 locations affected by Left Wing Extremism (LWE) in several Indian states.
Cabinet gives nod to Nagpur Metro Rail Project
Aug 21, 2014, at 04:45 am
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IBNS) The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave its approval for the Nagpur Metro Rail Project covering a length of approximately 38.21 kms along two corridors.
Cabinet approves programme to make digitally empowered India
Aug 21, 2014, at 04:23 am
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IBNS) The Cabinet on Wednesday at the meeting chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave its approval for Digital India,a programme to transform India into digital empowered society and knowledge economy.
ASSOCHAM, NAREDCO sign MoU at NAREDCO Real Estate Banking Conclave
Aug 21, 2014, at 03:59 am
Mumbai, Aug 20 (IBNS): ASSOCHAM and NAREDCO on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding to align strategic efforts under the aegis of the Ministry of Housing & Urban Poverty Alleviation, Government of India, to ensure a home for every Indian by 2022.
AMFI-WB organises state level banking, micro finance institutions meet
Aug 21, 2014, at 03:59 am
Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS): Association of Microfinance Institutions-West Bengal (AMFI-WB) has organized Bankers and MFIs meet to facilitate direct interaction between industry players and banking fraternity.
IDBI Bank to support building of gender segregated toilets
Aug 21, 2014, at 02:52 am
Mumbai, Aug 20 (IBNS): IDBI Bank has decided to be an active participant of the 'Swachh Bharat Mission' to support building of gender segregated toilets in the schools near bank's branches in rural and semi-urban area as part of CSR initiative for an estimated amount of Rs. 9 crore.
Best Postpaid Offering,'Vodafone RED',Launched
Aug 20, 2014, at 10:27 pm
Mumbai, Aug 20 (IBNS) :Vodafone India, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, has launched 'Vodafone RED', an all-in-one,integrated, worry-free solution, exclusively for postpaid retail and enterprise customers.
GlacialTech launches Cold Forging Thermal Module Solutions
Aug 20, 2014, at 10:25 pm
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IBNS) GlacialTech Inc., an experienced technology manufacturer, Wednesday launches two new cold forging thermal modules: Igloo FR210 and Igloo FR210HP.
Tata Motors launches new sedan Zest in Kolkata
Aug 20, 2014, at 05:34 pm
Kolkata, Aug 20 (IBNS): Tata Motors announced the launch of the Zest, the new sub-four metre compact sedan on Tuesday in Kolkata.
ENRG makes debut with its mobile USB drives
Aug 20, 2014, at 04:34 am
New Delhi, Aug 19 (IBNS): ENRG, dealing into light, sound and storage products has announced the launch of their first OTG (On-The-Go) USB drives for android smartphones and tablets.
Diligenta secures an open-book deal for FPI
Aug 20, 2014, at 04:29 am
Mumbai /Kolkata, Aug 19 (IBNS): Diligenta, a leading Life and Pensions BPO provider in the UK, and a subsidiary of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), on Tuesday announced that it has secured a new multi-million pound, multi-year contract with Friends Life Management Services Limited (Friends Life) for its International operation.
VLCC to empower nearly 1 lakh people to open bank accounts
Aug 20, 2014, at 04:23 am
Kolkata, Aug 19 (IBNS): Premier Wellness brand VLCC has decided to set aside a corpus fund for needy people at the bottom of the economic pyramid in order to provide them the seed capital necessary for opening and maintaining active bank accounts under the financial inclusion scheme proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 1st Independence Day speech on Aug 15.
SAP ACE Award 2014 recognizes pillars who contribute to a better run India
Aug 20, 2014, at 03:39 am
New Delhi, Aug 19 (IBNS): In recognition of India Public Services sector in driving excellence and innovation using information technology, to improve the lives of people and deliver better, more effective government, SAP on Tuesday felicitated 16 Indian enterprises with the SAP Awards for Customer Excellence (ACE) for being at the forefront.
Arvind forays into E-commerce with custom clothing brand 'Creyate'
Aug 20, 2014, at 03:26 am
Bangalore, Aug 19 (IBNS): Arvind Internet Ltd (AIL), a start-up by the Arvind group, is all set to go online with custom clothing brand-Creyate.
Tata Motors launches Zest in Kolkata
Aug 20, 2014, at 03:12 am
Kolkata, Aug 19 (IBNS): Tata Motors on Tuesday announced the launch of the Zest, the all new, sub-four metre compact sedan with a start price of Rs.4.82 Lakhs, ex-showroom, Kolkata, for the petrol Revotron 1.2T model and Rs. 5.87 Lakhs, ex-showroom, Kolkata, as the start price for the diesel variant.
Ford India celebrates EcoSport’s 100,000 sales milestone
Aug 20, 2014, at 02:53 am
New Delhi, Aug 19 (IBNS): Ford India's urban SUV, Ford EcoSport, has celebrated the 100,000 sales milestone in domestic wholesales and exports combined.
IFC invests $21 million in India's SAMHI Hotels
Aug 19, 2014, at 08:27 pm
New Delhi, Aug 19 (IBNS): IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, is investing US $21 million in SAMHI Hotels through compulsorily convertible debentures.
Aug 19, 2014, at 04:44 pm
Mumbai, Aug 19 (IBNS): BSE Sensex and Nifty hit a record high on Tuesday after rising for the sixth straight session.
Viveks launches brand store on eBay India
Aug 19, 2014, at 04:32 am
New Delhi, Aug 18 (IBNS): eBay India has announced the launch of an eBay brand store by Viveks, a consumer durables retail chain in South India.
TCS pledges Rs 100 crore for PM's Clean India initiative
Aug 19, 2014, at 04:01 am
Mumbai/Kolkata, Aug 18 (IBNS): To help India harness its demographic dividend and support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Clean India campaign that was announced on the occasion of India's Independence Day, IT services, consulting and business solutions firm Tata Consultancy Services has announced that it would finance hygienic sanitation facilities for girl students across 10,000 schools in the country.
JSW acquires equity shares held by WEL in WMSL
Aug 19, 2014, at 03:36 am
Mumbai, Aug 18 (IBNS): JSW Steel Limited has entered into a definitive agreement with WEL, pursuant to which the company shall acquire the entire equity shares held by WEL in WMSL for an enterprise value of Rs 1000 crores plus net current assets as of an agreed date of Aug 31, 2014, subject to the relevant regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.
HDFC Bank launches ForexPlus card for Haj & Umrah pilgrims
Aug 17, 2014, at 11:50 pm
Mumbai, Aug 17 (IBNS) HDFC Bank Ltd Sunday launched an exclusive ForexPlus card for people making the Haj and Umrah pilgrimages.