Seoul, Aug 22 — Samsung Electronics said it expects funds of up to 110 trillion won ($80 billion) to be used for shareholder returns this year, in what would be the biggest investor returns by a South Korean company.Following a board meeting earlier in the day, the company said in a regulatory…
New Delhi, Aug 22 — In a bid to explore actionable measures to promote inclusivity across financial institutions, the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance convened a two-day workshop, in association with Union Bank of India at its Staff College in Bengaluru.The discussions…
Ahmedabad, Aug 21 — More than 100 technology startups and 1,500 students from across India took part in Gujarat’s first police-led cybersecurity hackathon, with teams developing solutions to tackle cyber fraud, dark-web threats, digital forensics, and online safety. The two-day KANAD S.H.I.E.L.D.…
Pune, Aug 21 — Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Friday introduced the theme of 'Innovate, Cooperate and Transform (ICT) for a Resilient Future', and its four pillars — sustainable and resilient digital and ICT ecosystems; cybersecurity and trustworthy ICT; digital skilling…
Mumbai, Aug 21 — In a major push to integrate modern technology into agriculture, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday directed the Agriculture Department to implement a pilot project on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and 'Digital Twin Learning' across the state. The initiative…
Mumbai, Aug 21 — Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey on Friday called on the mutual fund industry to put investor outcomes at the centre of its next phase of growth as rising assets, expanding participation and rapid technological adoption increase the sector's…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — The board of One 97 Communications, which operates mobile payments brand Paytm, has proposed changes to its employee stock option framework that would link future ESOP vesting more closely to performance, while keeping the overall stock option pool unchanged, reinforcing a…
Mumbai, Aug 21 — Nearly five years after its IPO, Paytm still has Rs 1,686 crore of IPO proceeds unutilised and is now seeking shareholder approval to broaden the permitted use of the funds and extend the utilisation timeline, reflecting a measured approach to capital deployment and operational…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — The recently approved Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS) ensures continuity of policy and will deepen domestic value addition and strengthen the component ecosystem, industry leaders said on Friday.“We welcome the Central government's launch of the Rs 62,500 crore Mobile…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — Union Electronics and IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday that Apple could expand its manufacturing footprint in India beyond iPhone production, while the government is working with three potential Indian smartphone players that could emerge over the next 10-14…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — The government on Friday notified the Rs 62,500 crore Mobile Phone Manufacturing Scheme (MPMS), which offers incentives over a five-year period to boost indigenous handset production and targets the creation of around 60,000 direct jobs.The scheme will operate from the current…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — BMW India on Friday unveiled the first locally manufactured electric sedan from its portfolio -- the BMW i5 Long Wheelbase -- and opened bookings for the luxury electric vehicle across its dealer network.The BMW i5 Long Wheelbase will be produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai which…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — The government on Friday said that 29 FDI investments have been reported under the revised framework (up to August 20), involving proposed FDI of Rs 4,895.65 crore.The 29 investments have been reported by investors and entities based in jurisdictions including Mauritius, the…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — The estimated number of unincorporated establishments in India's non-agricultural sector increased by 9.20 per cent to 8.67 crore in April–June this year, from 7.94 crore in April–June 2025 despite the global uncertainties, according to a statement issued by the National…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — Emerging technologies create new opportunities for progress but require stronger international cooperation to keep innovation accessible, affordable, trusted and sustainable, Union MoS Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr. Jitendra Singh said on Friday at 14th BRICS…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — IT services firm Cognizant has notified customers of a data breach that occurred on April 21, 2026, which may have exposed personal information, while stating that there is no evidence so far that the data has been misused, as per multiple reports.In a notification sent to…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday that he met several top CEOs during his Singapore visit, and reaffirmed India’s strong economic fundamentals, investment-led reforms and expanding opportunities across sectors.During his visit, Goyal met Dilhan…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — MC²+ -- the energy innovation platform under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas -- has launched MC²+ Ignite, a sector-specific accelerator programme that will select approximately 30 deep‑tech startups and offer milestone‑linked convertible funding of up to Rs 2 crore…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — Rapid expansion of solar farms in China is linked to a reduction in bird diversity as cropland and grassland are cleared for development, a new report has said, calling the trend a green dilemma that pits carbon reduction against conservation.Both resident and migratory bird…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — In a bid to modernise and expand Chennai’s water supply and sanitation infrastructure, the government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday signed a $230 million loan.The project will construct over 170 km of water supply pipes and sewer pipes, upgrade seven water…
New Delhi, Aug 21 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday interacted with CEOs and founders of 20 Indian space startups at Seva Teerth here, highlighting the growing strength of the country’s private space industry and calling for greater collaboration to position India as a global hub for space…