New Delhi, Aug 20 — The Centre’s Department of Consumer Affairs on Thursday announced that it has invited online applications from eligible industries, laboratories, engineering colleges, polytechnics, ITIs and testing facilities for recognition as Government Approved Test Centres (GATCs) under the…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — Larsen & Toubro's transportation infrastructure business has secured an order worth up to Rs 5,000 crore to design and build the Automated People Mover (APM) system for Phase 1 of Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, the company said on Thursday.The order has been won…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — Three in four corporate occupiers in India intend to expand their office portfolios over the next two years, as they are entering a phase of conviction-led growth, a report said on Thursday.Nearly 30 per cent of office occupiers plan ‘significant’ portfolio expansion in India,…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — The Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises organised a national seminar at IIT Madras to promote digital commerce and export readiness for micro, small and medium enterprises, an official statement said on Thursday.Praveen Yadav, Additional Chief Secretary, MSME…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — US-based technology giant Google has announced a one-year free subscription to its 'AI Plus' plan for eligible college students in India which offers access to enhanced artificial intelligence tools and higher usage limits to support learning.In its latest blog post, the tech…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — A former Meta engineering director testified in a US federal court that Instagram took a “don’t ask, don’t tell” approach to children under 13, prioritising user engagement and growth over safety, accusing the company of harming young users, according to multiple reports.Arturo…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — The Centre has tightened sugar stockholding limits for bulk consumers amid a sharp rise in prices ahead of the festive season and directing those consuming more than 10 metric tonnes a month to hold inventories for no more than 15 days.According to a notification issued by the…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — Radico Khaitan Limited -- one of the largest spirits companies in India -- announces the launch of Magic Moments Aam Panna, the newest addition to its highly successful Flavours of India portfolio.Inspired by one of the country's most loved beverages, the launch reinforces Magic…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — The Reserve Bank of India is likely to maintain a prolonged pause on policy rates in FY27 as resilient economic growth and easing inflation provide room for the central bank to stay on hold, a report has said.A report from SBI Research said the communication from the central…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Thursday chaired a review meeting to assess the national capital's preparedness for the upcoming BRICS Summit 2026. The Lieutenant Governor took to social media 'X' and said, "Chaired a review meeting on Delhi’s preparedness…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — Shares of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) -- the country's largest insurer -- traded 1 per cent higher on Thursday after receiving approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to increase its stake in HDFC Bank to up to 9.99 per cent.In its regulatory filing, HDFC…
Singapore, Aug 20 — Top Indian ministers on Thursday met Prime Minister of Singapore, Lawrence Wong, here and discussed the progress made in implementing the roadmap for the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations.Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Commerce and Industry…
Seoul, Aug 20 — Seoul shares traded more than 6 per cent higher on late Thursday morning as investors snapped up major chipmakers, including Samsung Electronics and SK hynix, amid expectations for stronger shareholder returns from chip giants.After opening 3.23 percent higher, the benchmark Korea…
Mumbai, Aug 20 — Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Thursday -- snapping a prolonged losing streak -- as a decline in US bond yields improved global risk appetite and the market showed signs of a short-term reversal after being in oversold territory.Sensex rose 558 points or 0.73 per cent to…
New Delhi, Aug 20 — As reports claim that US-based technology giant Google plans to shift the production of Pixel smartphones, smartwatches and wireless earbuds in China from next year, India has emerged as one of the most friendly destinations for the company amid the local manufacturing push,…
Seoul, Aug 20 — Unionised workers at internet-only Kakao Bank will launch a five-day strike as talks with management over wage increases and other benefits have stalled, its union said on Thursday.The labour union and Kakao Bank's management have been in negotiations over a pay raise and other…
Nagapattinam, Aug 20 — Salt manufacturers in Tamil Nadu's Vedaranyam are confident of achieving this year’s production target of 1.75 lakh tonnes after completing nearly 85 per cent of the estimated output. The prolonged spell of intense summer heat has helped accelerate production following…
Chennai, Aug 20 — The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly will on Thursday take up the demands for grants of the Food and Consumer Protection and Cooperation departments, continuing a series of departmental debates that have highlighted the priorities of the new government. The members of the ruling…
Ahmedabad, Aug 19 — Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ), said on Wednesday that he watched his father, Gautam Adani, building for the nation despite the Hindenburg attack on the Adani Group and the US Department of Justice (DOJ) proceedings.The…
Gandhinagar, Aug 19 — More than 950 delegates from India and abroad will gather in Gandhinagar from August 20 to 23 for the 16th annual conference of the Clinical Infectious Diseases Society (CIDSCON 2026), with antimicrobial resistance, infection control and the use of artificial intelligence in…
Gandhinagar, Aug 19 — Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, visited the revered Mahudi Jain Temple in Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, on Wednesday. He was accompanied by his wife, Dr Priti Adani; their elder son, Karan; and daughter-in-law, Paridhi. The family offered prayers and sought…