Airtel's 'Each One, Teach One Day' to spread internet literacy in India
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:21 am
Kolkata, Dec 11 (IBNS): Bharti Airtel, a leading global telecom service provider with operations in 20 countries across Asia and Africa, on Thursday organized 'Each One Teach One Day' contributing to the nation's larger digital inclusion agenda.
Covacsis Technologies launches Microsoft based intelligent manufacturing framework
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:19 am
New Delhi / Kolkata, Dec 11 (IBNS): Covacsis Technologies, a new generation technology company from Mumbai, has developed an Intelligent Plant Framework (IPF) solution using Microsoft SQL Server 2014 that brings Internet of Things to the shop floor in process and discrete manufacturing.
TCS recognized as leader in insurance BPO by Everest Group
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:19 am
Mumbai/Kolkata, Dec 11 (IBNS): Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, on Thursday announced it has been ranked as a 'Leader' in Insurance Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) by Everest Group in its report, 'Insurance BPO-Service Provider Landscape with PEAK MatrixTM Assessment 2014,' November 2014.
Robert Kelly joins Azure Power Board as director
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:15 am
New Delhi/Kolkata, Dec 11 (IBNS): Azure Power, a pioneer and a fast paced company in the Indian Solar Industry, announced the induction of Robert Kelly as a Director into Azure Power Board.
NETGEAR launches new wireless outdoor access point
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:12 am
New Delhi, Dec 11 (IBNS): NETGEAR, Inc., a global networking company that delivers innovative products to businesses, consumers and service providers, is improving the speed, performance, and capabilities of its products designed for smart education facilities and small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).
Gold rises for third season in India on weak dollar
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:10 am
New Delhi, Dec 12 (IBNS) Gold rises for third session in a row to two month high on Wednesday on weak dollar and fall in global equities market prompted investors to seek safety in safe heaven appeal in precious metal.
Tata Power signs MoU with Russian Direct Investment Fund
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:10 am
Mumbai/ Kolkata, Dec 11 (IBNS): Integrated power company Tata Power on Thursday announced that the company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) to develop investment opportunities in the energy sector.
ABB wins Rs.334 crore orders to boost power capacity
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:07 am
Bengaluru, Dec 11 (IBNS): ABB has won orders worth Rs.334 crore from public utilities, Bihar Grid Corporation Limited (BGCL) and West Bengal State Electricity Transmission Company Limited (WBSETCL), to build new transmission and distribution substations that will boost power supplies in the region.
Rupee slips past 62.50 per dollar, hits 10-month low
Dec 14, 2014, at 03:04 am
New Delhi, Dec 12 (IBNS): The rupee slumped past 62.50 per dollar on Friday, the weakest since February 6, media reports said.
UN reports potential for gradual return to global growth, foresees risks, uncertainties
Dec 14, 2014, at 02:13 am
New York, Dec 11 (IBNS) Global economic growth is forecast to continue increasing over the next two years, the United Nations reported today, despite legacies from the financial crisis continuing to weigh on growth, and the emergence of new challenges, including geopolitical conflicts such as in Ukraine, and the Ebola outbreak in West Africa.
Setting up 25 solar parks approved
Dec 11, 2014, at 04:30 am
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the scheme for setting up 25 solar parks each with a capacity of 500 MW and above and Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects in various parts of the country where large chunks of land can be spared for this purpose.
NI announces LabVIEW Communications System Design Suite
Dec 11, 2014, at 03:25 am
Bangalore, Dec 10 (IBNS): NI the provider of solutions that enable engineers and scientists to solve engineering challenges, announced the LabVIEW Communications System Design Suite, which combines software defined radio (SDR) hardware with a comprehensive software design flow to help engineers prototype 5G systems.
Jet Airways, American Express launch Jet Airways American Express Corporate Card
Dec 11, 2014, at 03:21 am
Mumbai, Dec 10 (IBNS): Jet Airways and American Express on Wednesday announced the launch of the Jet Airways American Express Corporate Card.
Jakson bags Rs. 110 Cr MEP contract from DMRC
Dec 11, 2014, at 02:32 am
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS): Power solutions company Jakson Group has won order worth Rs. 110 crore from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) to execute MEP work under Phase I of Kochi Metro Rail Project.
IKEA to 'Make More in India' and double its sourcing
Dec 11, 2014, at 02:28 am
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS): Taking forward its commitment to the Indian market, IKEA, the global home furnishings leader, has announced a new initiative-'Make More in India'.
SBI Life Insurance launches 'Smart Champ Insurance'
Dec 11, 2014, at 02:01 am
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS): SBI Life Insurance has launched a new non-linked participating Child Plan, SBI Life-Smart Champ Insurance.
RBI Deputy Governor hints at rate cuts
Dec 10, 2014, at 10:34 pm
Kolkata, Dec 10 (IBNS): With the oil prices coming down and food prices under control, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) deputy governor S S Mundra hinted the possibility of interest rates cut in the near future.
Tata Power signs SPA for thermal power project in Maharashtra
Dec 10, 2014, at 10:21 pm
Mumbai/ Kolkata, Dec 10 (IBNS): Tata Power, India’s largest integrated power company, Wednesday signed a SPA (Share Purchase Agreement) for acquisition of 100% shareholding in Ideal Energy Projects Limited (IEPL).
Indian economy to grow between 5-6 per cent in 2015: Report
Dec 10, 2014, at 06:14 pm
New Delhi, Dec 10 (IBNS): Bolstered by strong domestic demand Indian economy is likely to gain momentum in 2015 and grow in the range of 5-6 per cent, rating agency Moody’s said on Wednesday.
Dec 10, 2014, at 02:57 am
Mumbai, Dec 9 (IBNS) The Sensex and Nifty dropped by 322 points and 97 points respectively on Tuesday.
Dec 10, 2014, at 01:02 am
Kolkata, Dec 9 (IBNS): Mobile service providers Aircel has partnered with Hungama to offer the premium Music App, Hungama-Pro; enabling customers to listen music and view full length HD quality music videos for free for the first two months.
Dec 10, 2014, at 12:46 am
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IBNS): RB has won the Health & Household Category in the BMAC Awards, a business awards that recognise organisations that are held in the highest regard by their business competitors and peers.
Reliance enters into joint venture for textile business
Dec 10, 2014, at 12:39 am
Mumbai, Dec 9 (IBNS): Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) India and Shandong Ruyi Science and Technology Group Co. Ltd, China have executed definitive agreements for a joint venture in textiles.
Honda reaches 300 million-unit milestone
Dec 09, 2014, at 10:34 pm
Tokyo, Dec 9 (IBNS): Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has announced that Honda's cumulative worldwide motorcycle production reached the 300 million-unit milestone, and held a ceremony at Kumamoto Factory, Honda's primary motorcycle production plant in Japan, to celebrate reaching the 300 million-unit milestone.
Tata Power Mundra UMPP launches website to promote sustainable business model for animal husbandry
Dec 09, 2014, at 10:15 pm
Mumbai /Kolkata, Dec 9 (IBNS): Tata Power, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Coastal Gujarat Power Limited (CGPL), has launched a website to promote sustainable development of communities living in and around its areas of operation.
DB Schenker opens new offices in Gujarat
Dec 09, 2014, at 09:59 pm
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IBNS): Integrated logistics service provider DB Schenker has opened new offices at Vapi region in Gujarat.
Kochhar & Co. to practice law in UAE
Dec 09, 2014, at 09:55 pm
New Delhi, Dec 9 (IBNS): Full service law firm Kochhar & Co. has announced its foray into the UAE market with the opening of its Dubai office.
Volvo Cars introduces Twin Engine technology in SUV
Dec 09, 2014, at 06:42 am
Kolkata, Dec 8 (IBNS): The first Volvo designed from the ground up for plug-in/electrification compatibility, the XC90 T8 delivers all the performance of a luxury SUV, but with emission levels that even small hybrid cars struggle to match.
Jaguar announces new edition launch
Dec 09, 2014, at 04:39 am
Mumbai / Kolkata, Dec 8 (IBNS) Jaguar on Monday announced the launch of a new edition of Jaguar XF 2.2L Diesel called the Executive Edition at a price of Rs. 45.12 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai, Pre Octroi).
Sensex, Nifty records worst drops in 8 weeks
Dec 09, 2014, at 03:08 am
Mumbai, Dec 8 (IBNS) The Sensex and the NIFTY dropped by more than 300 and 100 points respectively, marking the worst drop in 8 weeks on Monday.