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Volkswagen launches New Cross Polo 1.2 MPI for Indian market

Jan 15, 2015, at 02:31 am

Mumbai, Jan 14 (IBNS) : Carmaker Volkswagen has announced the launch of the New Cross Polo 1.2 MPI.

Jindal Steel & Power Ltd releases its first Business Sustainability Report

Jan 15, 2015, at 02:30 am

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IBNS): Steel and power companyJindal Steel and Power Limited (JSPL) on Wednesday released the company’s first Business Sustainability Report for FY2013-14; showcasing Innovation as the corner stone of Sustainable Business.

World Bank: despite 'fragile' global economy, low oil prices to spur recovery in developing countries

Jan 14, 2015, at 04:49 pm

New York, Jan 14 (IBNS) After an economically disappointing 2014, developing countries can expect an uptick in growth in the new year as soft oil prices, a stronger United States economy, and continued low global interest rates help fuel their recovery, according to a new flagship study issued by the World Bank Group.

Asia-Pacific growth to pick up moderately in 2015 – new UN report

Jan 14, 2015, at 04:29 pm

New York, Jan 14 (IBNS)Developing countries in Asia and the Pacific are forecast to grow at an average of 5.8 per cent this year, up from 5.6 per cent in 2014, spurred by decreased inflation and a steep decline in oil prices, according to a new United Nations report that indicates that structural reforms and lower oil prices can boost grown for sustainable development.

SsangYong launches its first compact global SUVin Korea

Jan 14, 2015, at 05:00 am

Seoul, Jan 13 (IBNS): SsangYong Motor Company (SYMC), a part of the US $ 16.5 billion Mahindra Group, on Tuesday announced the launch of its eagerly awaited 'Tivoli' compact SUV model at Seoul in South Korea.

NSE, Gujarat Govt sign MoU at Vibrant Gujarat Summit

Jan 14, 2015, at 04:29 am

Gandhinagar, Jan 13 (IBNS): India's Leading stock Exchange National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and Education Department, Gujarat Government have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the ongoing Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit for introduction of financial literacy course for students of schools and colleges.

Myra Vineyards appoints Tabish Zia as Head of Institutions Sales and Marketing

Jan 13, 2015, at 11:21 pm

Bangalore, Jan 13 (IBNS): Myra Vineyards, the award-winning Bangalore based company and one of the fastest growing wine brands in the country, recently announced the appointment of Tabish Zia as Head of Institutions Sales and Marketing for the Karnataka market.

Dr. Arvind Panagariya first NITI Ayog Vice-Chairman

Jan 13, 2015, at 07:39 pm

New Delhi, Jan 13 (IBNS) Noted economist Arvind Panagariya was on Tuesday appointed the first Vice-Chairman of the newly-created National Institute for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog.

IIP output up 3.8 per cent in Nov 2014

Jan 13, 2015, at 05:14 am

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IBNS): India's Index of industrial production (IIP) stood at at 169.8, in November 2014, which is 3.8% higher as compared to the level in the month of November 2013.

Kamal Basu appointed head of marketing at Volkswagen Passenger Cars

Jan 13, 2015, at 04:47 am

Mumbai, Jan 12(IBNS): Volkswagen Passenger Cars on Monday announced the appointment of Kamal Basu as Head of Marketing & PR.

Think Strawberries signs on India representation for Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

Jan 13, 2015, at 03:59 am

Abu Dhabi, Jan 12 (IBNS): Think Strawberries has been appointed as the Sales, Media, Marketing and PR Representative in India for the Abu Dhabi based leisure management company Farah Leisure Parks Management L.L.C.- managers and operators of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and YasWaterworld, Abu Dhabi.

Aircel launches 'Grand Online Data Sale'

Jan 13, 2015, at 03:56 am

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IBNS): In its pursuit of going the extra mile to delight customers, Aircel, a telecom player, has launched the 'Grand Online Data Sale',- an online shopping sale exclusively for data products and services.

Jaguar Land Rover reports strong full year sales for 2014

Jan 13, 2015, at 03:35 am

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IBNS) Jaguar Land Rover, the UK's leading manufacturer of premium luxury vehicles has achieved solid sales performance in 2014, retailing 462,678 vehicles, up 9 percent versus prior year.

Israel Minister Yair Shamir concludes visit to Vibrant Gujarat

Jan 13, 2015, at 01:48 am

Gandhinagar, Jan 12 (IBNS): Israel's Agriculture Minister Yair Shamir concluded a two day visit to Vibrant Gujarat 2015 together with a distinguished delegation of Israeli companies.

Global crude oil price of Indian Basket at US$ 47.36 per bbl

Jan 13, 2015, at 01:28 am

New Delhi, Jan 12 (IBNS) The international crude oil price of Indian Basket as computed or published on Monday by Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas was US$ 47.36 per barrel (bbl) on 09.01.2015.

Adani signs MoU with Australia's Woodside Energy for Energy Cooperation

Jan 12, 2015, at 02:40 am

Ahmedabad, Jan 11 (IBNS): Adani Enterprises Ltd (AEL), the flagship company of the Adani Group, a global infrastructure conglomerate, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australian energy major Woodside Energy for cooperation for exploring business opportunities across a broad spectrum in the oil and gas sector in India, as part of the Vibrant Gujarat initiative.

Reliance to invest Rs. 1 lakh cr in Gujarat

Jan 11, 2015, at 04:46 pm

Gandhinagar, Jan 11 (IBNS): Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) chief Mukesh Ambani on Sunday said that his company will invest Rs 1 lakh crore in Gujarat.

India market forecast

Jan 10, 2015, at 04:28 am

Nifty Future opened on a flat note but tumbled from there on to hit its lowest closing level in almost three weeks due to steep slide in global crude oil prices stoked fears about deflation and as the prospect of Greece dropping the euro weighed on global equity markets but in later part of the week witnessed recovery from the lower levels and extended gains on the last day of the week getting help from factors like IT major and index heavyweight Infosys led a rebound, Hindustan Unilever scaled record high, buying seen in pharma sector from the lower levels.

UBM India presents 'Kolkata Gem & Jewellery Fair'

Jan 10, 2015, at 03:23 am

Kolkata, Jan 9 (IBNS): UBM India, an organizer of jewellery fairs in India, on Friday announced the second international B2B jewellery fair in Eastern India- Kolkata Jewellery & Gem Fair 2015.

Mahindra First Choice Wheels opens new authorized dealership in Kolkata

Jan 10, 2015, at 02:36 am

Kolkata, Jan 9 (IBNS): Mahindra First Choice Wheels Ltd. (MFCWL), a multi-brand certified used car company, has chosen Kolkata for the inauguration of its 401st authorised dealership.

Vibrant Israel showcasing in Vibrant Gujarat

Jan 10, 2015, at 01:50 am

Gandhinagar, Jan 9 (IBNS) Israel's Agriculture Minister Yair Shamir will arrive in Gujarat on Saturday to take part in the upcoming Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2015.

Volvo takes Cross Country brand into sedan territory

Jan 09, 2015, at 08:13 pm

Kolkata, Jan 9 (IBNS): Volvo Cars is stepping up to meet the demands of its core customers with the unveiling of the exciting S60 Cross Country at the Detroit Auto Show.

Food prices fall after three months stable, index declines for third successive year–UN

Jan 09, 2015, at 07:14 pm

New York, Jan 9 (IBNS): After three months of stability, the United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization’s (FAO) Food Price Index declined in December, meaning the index fell over the course of 2014 for the third consecutive year.

Essel Group pledge to invest Rs. 20,000 Crores in Bengal

Jan 09, 2015, at 03:58 am

Kolkata Jan 8 (IBNS): Essel Group, a business conglomerate has submitted a Letter of Intent (LOI) to the Government of West Bengal to develop 2 Smart Cities and series of infrastructural and urban development projects for the state.

NASSCOM partners with WB govt to set-up 2nd warehouse in Kolkata

Jan 09, 2015, at 02:58 am

Kolkata, Jan 8 (IBNS): As part of accelerating its effort to reach out to maximum number of young businesses, NASSCOM's 10,000 Startup Program has inked partnership with the government of West Bengal and the Information Technology and Electronics Department of the government of West Bengal to open its second warehouse in Kolkata.

Google Capital invests in CommonFloor.com

Jan 09, 2015, at 02:50 am

New Delhi, Jan 8 (IBNS): Online real estate platform CommonFloor.com, on Thursday announced that it has received a new round of funding from Google Capital.

Sensex continues its fall

Jan 08, 2015, at 05:06 am

Mumbai, Jan 7 (IBNS) Indian market continued to drop with the BSE Sensex closing 78 points down on Wednesday.

Coal strike called off

Jan 08, 2015, at 04:53 am

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IBNS) With the government and the unions reaching an agreement, the five-day coal workers' strike was called off on Wednesday, media reports said.

Mahindra launches global scooter GUSTO in Karnataka

Jan 08, 2015, at 03:52 am

Bengaluru, Jan 7 (IBNS): Mahindra Two Wheelers Limited, a part of the US $16.5 billion Mahindra Group, on Wednesday launched its eagerly awaited global scooter, the 'GUSTO' in Karnataka.

Havells powers up collaboration with Polycom Video

Jan 08, 2015, at 01:58 am

Hyderabad, Jan 7 (IBNS): Polycom, Inc. Wednesday announced that Havells India, a billion-dollar plus electrical equipment manufacturer has upgraded their existing Polycom video infrastructure.