25 countries to participate in Destination East
Jan 27, 2015, at 11:09 pm
Kolkata, Jan 27 (IBNS): The Confederation of Indian Industry on Tuesday said 'fairly large' contingents from the UK, Australia, Thailand and Sri Lanka will gather at the two-day tourism meet Destination East from Feb 6 at Town Hall in Kolkata.
Jan 27, 2015, at 10:08 pm
Mumbai, Jan 27 (IBNS): For the fifth consecutive session the Indian market hit a record high on Tuesday.
Maruti Suzuki Q3 net profit up by 18%
Jan 27, 2015, at 09:49 pm
Mumbai, Jan 27 (IBNS): Automobile manufacturer Maruti Suzuki India Limited on Tuesday reported 17.8 per cent increase in net profit to stand at Rs 802.2 crore.
Jan 24, 2015, at 08:16 pm
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IBNS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has sent an email to all bankers, congratulating them on the success of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana.
UN Women launches next phase in 'HeForShe' campaign at Davos Forum
Jan 24, 2015, at 06:11 pm
New York, Jan 24 (IBNS): At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, today, UN Women, the United Nations entity dedicated to achieving women's empowerment and gender equality, unveiled a new initiative to galvanize the support of global leaders to bring an end to the persisting inequalities faced by women and girls around the world.
In Davos, Ban urges global action in 2015 on development, gender equality, climate change
Jan 24, 2015, at 06:07 pm
New York, Jan 24 (IBNS) United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Friday urged world leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to maintain their focus on a broad range of climate, development and gender equality issues, warning that as the global community continues to face multiple crises, the new year must be a time for ‘strong commitment’ from international stakeholders.
Uber resumes services in Delhi
Jan 24, 2015, at 05:52 pm
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IBNS): Us-based Uber Technologies Inc resumed services in Delhi after a ban following rape allegations against one of its drivers, media reports said.
Jet Airways announces 3-day special fare to mark India's R-Day
Jan 24, 2015, at 05:26 am
Mumbai, Jan 23 (IBNS): Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, on Friday announced a special offer on its domestic and international networks to mark India's Republic Day.
Sterling Holiday Resorts registers 29% growth in operating income in Q3
Jan 24, 2015, at 04:27 am
Mumbai, Jan 23 (IBNS): Sterling Holiday Resorts (India) Limited, Indian Leisure Hospitality and Vacation Ownership Company, on Friday, announced its results for the quarter ending December 31, 2014.
Jan 24, 2015, at 04:25 am
Movement of index in near term will be remains on trend in global markets, Q3 results of India companies, outcome of Federal Reserve's meeting, elections in Greece, investment by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), the movement of rupee against the dollar, and crude oil price movement in a truncated trading next week.
Big Ass Fans expands into South, Southeast Asia with Singapore subsidiary
Jan 24, 2015, at 04:07 am
Singapore, Jan 23 (IBNS) US-based Big Ass Fans, a manufacturer of energy efficient fans, continues to expand globally and is now better serving the South and Southeast Asia markets via its Singapore subsidiary.
Panasonic joins Reliance Communications to introduce cloud-based video surveillance
Jan 23, 2015, at 10:54 pm
Mumbai, Jan 23 (IBNS) Panasonic India, in association with Reliance Communications (RCOM), Friday launched Cloud Video Intelli-Surveillance - an end-to-end video surveillance solution with advanced analytics for the Enterprise segment.
Colgate-Palmolive reports 9-month Net Sales of Rs. 2,932.8 crore
Jan 23, 2015, at 10:30 pm
Mumbai, Jan 23 (IBNS) Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited Friday reported Net Sales of Rs. 2,932.8 crore for the nine months ended Dec 31, 2014, a 12% increase over the same period of the previous year and Net Profit After Tax of Rs. 395.3 crore.
Central African Republic: Security Council renews sanctions amid 'continuous cycle' of violence
Jan 23, 2015, at 02:41 pm
New York, Jan 23 (IBNS) Strongly condemning the resurgence of deadly violence across the Central African Republic (CAR), the United Nations Security Council on Thursday reinvigorated its sanctions against those individuals implicated in the country’s ongoing sectarian tensions which have pushed it to the brink of all-out conflict.
Private sector, 'care economy' will be key engines of job creation for next 5 years – UN report
Jan 23, 2015, at 02:38 pm
New York, Jan 23 (IBNS)Private sector services, such as business and administrative services, and real estate, as well as related industries, will employ more than a third of the global workforce over the next five years, according to new data released by the United Nations labour agency.
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Tata Motors' Hatchback Bolt launched in Kolkata
Jan 23, 2015, at 06:00 am
Kolkata, Jan 22 (IBNS): With an aim to attract young drivers, automobile manufacturer Tata Motors announced the commercial launch of its much-awaited sporty hatchback, the all-new Bolt, in east Indian city of Kolkata on Thursday.
Mahindra Holidays' total income up 6.7%
Jan 23, 2015, at 05:17 am
Mumbai, Jan 22 (IBNS) Leisure hospitality provider Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited (MHRIL) has registered a total Income at Rs. 209.6 Crore, up by 6.7% on a Year-on-Year basis in the quarter ended Dec 31.
UAE Exchange India awarded with 3 prestigious awards
Jan 23, 2015, at 05:16 am
Kochi, Jan 22 (IBNS) : UAE Exchange India, market leaders in financial services, with more than 383 branches throughout India, has been honoured with 3 prestigious awards for its achievements in the financial services business.
20% less CO2 per ocean container by 2020: DB Schenker and Maersk Line sign partnership agreement
Jan 23, 2015, at 05:15 am
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IBNS): DB Schenker Logistics and Maersk Line have signed a six-year strategic agreement on reducing CO2 emissions from ocean freight.
87% see Cybersecurity skills shortage in India, says ISACA Survey
Jan 23, 2015, at 05:14 am
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IBNS) In advance of US President Barack Obama’s visit to India, which aims to boost ties in cyber security between the two countries, ISACA has released the results of its 2015 Global Cybersecurity Status Report.
Kenstar partners with Amazon to launch air conditioners
Jan 23, 2015, at 05:14 am
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IBNS) : Strengthening its foothold in the Indian market, Kenstar on Wednesday announced its foray into the Air Conditioner segment and launched a lineup of Split Air Conditioners.
SLCM ltd partners with Yoma Bank for collateral financing
Jan 23, 2015, at 05:13 am
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IBNS): SLCM Ltd., a subsidiary of Sohan Lal Commodity Management Pvt. Ltd. (SLCM), has tied up with Yoma Bank in Myanmar for collateral financing.
Bosch Limited inaugurates its sixth manufacturing plant
Jan 23, 2015, at 05:03 am
Bangalore, Jan 22 (IBNS) : Bosch, a supplier of technology and services inaugurated its sixth manufacturing unit in India at State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) in the state's Gangaikondan on Thursday.
Sunteck Realty to launch 4 new projects in Mumbai this quarter
Jan 23, 2015, at 04:29 am
Mumbai, Jan 22 (IBNS): Sunteck Realty Limited, Mumbai’s premier real-estate company catering to the premium and ultra premium segment in the residential and commercial space is going to launch 4 projects in Borivali, Andheri, Bandra Kurla Complex and Navi Mumbai this quarter.
Alstom to provide signaling, telecom and electrification for Kochi metro line
Jan 23, 2015, at 04:13 am
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IBNS): Alstom has been awarded two contracts worth over €65 million from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to supply signaling, telecom and electrification solutions for the new Kochi metro line.
Max Life Insurance launches digital campaign for public awareness
Jan 22, 2015, at 10:38 pm
Kolkata, Jan 22 (IBNS): Max Life Insurance, one of India's leading life insurance companies, has undertaken a digital campaign named 'Second Chance' to create public awareness about the need for protection through life insurance.
Marten Pieters to step down as Vodafone India CEO; Sunil Sood to succeed
Jan 22, 2015, at 09:22 pm
Mumbai, Jan 22 (IBNS): The Board of Vodafone India Thursday announced that Marten Pieters will be standing down as Managing Director and Chief Executive of Vodafone India with effect from 1 April 2015 and will be succeeded by the Vodafone India Chief Operating Officer, Sunil Sood.
Great time for investors: Vivek Gupta on Sensex rise
Jan 22, 2015, at 06:56 pm
New Delhi, Jan 22 (IBNS) The BSE Sensex breached 29000 for first time on Thursday.
Emami acquires controlling stake in Fravin Pty Ltd., Australia
Jan 22, 2015, at 06:46 pm
Kolkata, Jan 22 (IBNS) :Emami Limited, one of the leading personal and healthcare FMCG companies in India has acquired controlling stake (66.67%) in Fravin Pty Ltd., along with it's 3 subsidiaries through Emami International FZE, a subsidiary of Emami Ltd. Fravin Pty Ltd., based in Australia has major strengths in R&D and manufacture of natural and organic personal care products.
Aircel unites India with 10p/min STD
Jan 22, 2015, at 06:01 pm
Kolkata, Jan 22 (IBNS): Aircel, one of India’s leading telecom players, Thursday launched industry’s first unlimited STD proposition – Uniting India @10p.