BharatPe appoints Kohinoor Biswas in top consumer lending role
Delhi: Fintech company BharatPe Tuesday announced the appointment of Kohinoor Biswas as the Head - Consumer Lending.
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Coal sector fully prepared to meet growing domestic demand: Pralhad Joshi
New Delhi: India’s coal sector is fully prepared to meet the enhanced domestic demand of the country’s fast-paced economy and there will be no shortage of coal amid the summer and monsoon months, Coal Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Tuesday.
25 km 2-lane Chakabama-Zunheboto highway project aims to bolster Nagland's connectivity with northeastern states: Gadkari
New Delhi: The development of a 25 km 2-lane highway with hard shoulders, in Nagaland, from Chakabama to Zunheboto, aims to bolster connectivity with neighbouring states in the northeast region, said Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
Apple unveils Vision Pro headset with mixed reality settings
Apple Monday launched Apple Vision Pro at the company's annual Worldwide Developers Conference.
Apple launches new MacBook Air model with a 15-inch display
Apple Monday announced a new MacBook Air model with a 15-inch display, powered by the company's M2 chip under the hood.
Odisha train accident: IRDAI orders insurance companies to settle insurance claims suo moto
Mumbai: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has directed insurance companies to proactively initiate the settlement of claims for the victims of the Odisha train tragedy, The Economic Times (ET) reported.
Wardrobe Refresh Sale (WRS) on Amazon Fashion is live till June 6
Kolkata: Amazon Fashion has announced the 12th edition of its Wardrobe Refresh Sale with deals across a wide selection of the most loved fashion and beauty.
Fareportal Wins 2023 Technology of the Year Award for Chatbot AI
Travel technology innovator Fareportal, the company behind leading online travel agencies CheapOair, CheapOair.CA and OneTravel, today announced it’s received the “2023 Technology of the Year Award” in the annual Excellence in Customer Service awards program conducted by the Business Intelligence Group (BIG). The award was received in recognition of the AI enhanced customer experience provided by Fareportal’s Chatbot product.
Paytm boosts merchant payments leadership with 75 lakh devices deployed in Apr-May
India’s leading payments and financial services company Paytm on Monday announced its business operating performance for the two months ended May 2023.
Walmart's stake in fintech subsidiary PhonePe drops to 85%
Retail behemoth Walmart’s shareholding in fintech company PhonePe has dropped from 85 percent to 89 percent amid the latter’s fundraise of $1 billion, media reports said.
RBI's MPC panel likely to maintain status quo on key policy rate in June meeting
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India is likely to maintain a status quo over the policy stance in the June policy review as well, opine experts.
Odisha train mishap: Gautam Adani takes responsibility to educate children orphaned in the accident
New Delhi: Gautam Adani on Sunday announced that the Adani Group would assume the responsibility of providing education for children who tragically lost their parents in the Odisha triple train accident.
Tripura farmers selling Miyazaki mangoes for Rs. 1500
A cluster of farmers hailing from Tripura’s Pancharatan, Narikel Kunja and Tai Chakma ADC villages under Gandacherra sub-division of Dhalai district is trying to cultivate one of the costliest mangoes in the world known as ‘Miyazaki’.
Empowerment echoes: The transformative journey of Sikh women’s aid
In the bustling heart of the West Midlands, UK, a unique beacon of hope and empowerment, ‘Sikh Women’s Aid’ (SWA), stands tall. Born out of the collective strength of Sikh women across the region, this community-based organization represents a transformative movement within the Sikh and Punjabi communities.
Harvesting Pain: Sikh slaves fuelling Italy’s farmlands
In the heartland of Italy, under the shadow of the Tyrrhenian Sea, is the Agro-Pontino, a 100-mile stretch of fertile plains.
US Consulate, Contact Base host two-day symposium in Kolkata for women entrepreneurs and leaders
Kolkata: The U.S. Consulate General Kolkata, in partnership with social enterprise Contact Base, recently hosted a two-day symposium that focused on building regional coalitions and networks to strengthen women’s leadership in the global economy.
Over 90% of financial institutions acknowledge impact of sustainable investments, says FIS's Global Innovations report
Financial services firms worldwide recognize ESG as a powerful tool to enhance competitiveness, attract increased investment, and foster sustainable development, according to Global Innovations Report (GIR) by FIS Global.
Future Generali India launches D.I.Y HEALTH product
Kolkata: Private general insurance player Future Generali India Insurance Company Ltd Thursday announced the launch of its new health insurance product – D.I.Y HEALTH – to offer flexibility and freedom to choose the coverage as per the customer's needs.
Volvo Car India's dealership in West Bengal completes 5 years
Kolkata: SPL Volvo, one of the dealerships of Volvo Car India in West Bengal, completed its fifth anniversary.
Govt imposes stock limits on pulses to contain spiralling prices
New Delhi: In a bid to crack down on hoarders and keep prices of pulses in check, the government on Friday imposed stock limits on tur and urad dals applicable to wholesalers, retailers, big chain retailers, millers and importers.
Tata Group inks deal to set up Rs 130 billion lithium-ion cell factory in Gujarat's Sanand
Sanand (Gujarat): Tata Group on Friday entered into a preliminary agreement for the construction of a lithium-ion cell factory at an estimated investment of around Rs 130 billion, reported Reuters.
Canada's Suncor Energy to slash 1,500 positions amid cost-cutting plan
Calgary/IBNS: Rich Kruger, new chief executive of Suncor Energy, has announced his immediate plan of the company's elimination of 1,500 positions to cut costs by $400 million by the end of this year.
IRDAI orders SBI Life Insurance to take over Sahara India Life Insurance business
New Delhi: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has named SBI Life Insurance Company Limited (SBI Life) as the acquirer insurer of the life insurance business of Sahara India Life Insurance Co. Ltd (SILIC), media reports said.
RBI issues draft directions on cyber resilience, digital payment security controls for Payment System Operators
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday released draft Master Directions on Cyber Resilience and Digital Payment Security Controls for Payment System Operators (PSOs).
Govt expected to get Rs 4,000 cr after investors over-subscribe Coal India share sale
New Delhi: The government is expected to receive Rs 4,000 crore from Coal India’s share sale, as both retail and institutional investors showed strong demand, resulting in oversubscription, media reports said.
RBL Bank introduces ACE Fixed Deposit, offering up to 8.50% interest rate
Mumbai: Private sector lender RBL Bank on Friday announced the launch of its new Fixed Deposit – ACE.
ICE MAKE Consolidated net profit jumps 184 pct to Rs 20.80 cr in FY2023
Kolkata: Ice Make Refrigeration Limited, a leading supplier of innovative cooling solutions and manufacturer of 50 plus refrigeration equipments in India, has closed the fiscal year 2023 with robust financial performance.
Tata Motors launches upgraded Nexon EV MAX XZ+ LUX
Mumbai: Automobile major Tata Motors on Friday launched the upgraded Nexon EV MAX XZ+ LUX at a starting price of INR 18.79 Lakh (ex-showroom, All India for the 3.3 kW AC charger).
Toyota Kirloskar Motor partners Bajaj Finance Limited to enhance retail financing options
Bangalore: Aimed at further elevating customer experience, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) on Friday announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Bajaj Finance Limited (BFL), Ltd., part of financial service Bajaj Finserv Ltd. to provide enhanced retail finance options that are specially designed to make the process of purchasing a Toyota vehicle more convenient and accessible to customers.
Twitter and Tesla chief Elon Musk reclaims world's richest person title
Twitter and Tesla chief Elon Musk has once again reclaimed his position as the world's richest person.