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April 14, 2024

Govt eases payment mechanism for traders to buy pulses from Myanmar

The government on Saturday said the payment mechanism for traders importing pulses from Myanmar has been eased and simplified.

2 mins

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE TRADE VOLUME TO GROW BY 2.6% IN 2024

In merchandise trade, where exports are concerned, India ranked 17th globally, with a 1.8 per cent share in world trade, amounting to USD 432 billion, a 5 per cent decrease from 2022.

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Govt takes measures to meet summer electricity demand

In a bid to tackle the high demand for electricity during the summer months, the government has taken proactive measures to operationalize gas-based power plants across the country.

1 min

Foreign funds shy away from real estate: Vestian

Institutional investments in real estate declined 55 per cent annually in January-March this year to USD 552 million as cautious foreign investors stayed away, pumping in only USD 11 mn, according to Vestian.

1 min

India's retail inflation dips to 4.85% in March

India’s retail inflation declined to 4.85 per cent in March compared to 5.09 per cent in February this year, according to government data released on Friday.

1 min

VARUN BEVERAGES STARTS COMMERCIAL PRODUCTION OF CARBONATED DRINKS

Varun Beverages, leading bottler of beverage major PepsiCo, on Saturday said it has started commercial production of soft drinks and energy drinks from its production facility at Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.

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BUILDERS EXPECT SALES T0 GROW BY 3-4 TIMES DURING FESTIVE SEASON

Real Estate developers are avoiding festival offers this season because of high demand and quick sale of projects. During COVID and the slowdown in the real estate period when there was an oversupply of inventories, builders used to give various incentives like free registration, TVs, ACs, cars and even foreign trips for booking/buying flats.

2 mins

ADANI, MG MOTOR INDIA SIGN MOU TO BOOST EV ECOSYSTEM

Adani Total Energies E-Mobility, a wholly Lowned subsidiary of Adani Total Gas (ATGL), and MG Motor India signed a MoU to strengthen the EV charging infrastructure in India.

1 min

JEEP LAUNCHES NIGHT EAGLE VARIANT

Jeep India continues to excite enthusiasts with the launch of the limited-edition Jeep Compass Night Eagle.

1 min

Yezdi launches new stealth dual-tone Perak

In a significant announcement for the year 2024, Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles introduced the flagship Jawa Perak in an all-new stealth dual-tone paint scheme, meticulous brass work, along with forward-set foot pegs and enhanced rear mono-shock.

1 min

Hyundai rides high with over 1 lakh booking

Hyundai Motor India’s best-selling SUV CRETA has garnered over 1 lakh bookings in just 3 months of its launch.

1 min

Tata Motors group wholesales at 3,77,432 in Q4 FY24

The Tata Motors Group global wholesales in Q4 FY24, including Jaguar Land Rover were at 3,77,432 units, higher by 8 per cent, as compared to Q4 FY23.

1 min

SNAKE VENOM AS A PSYCHOACTIVE SUBSTANCE IS DANGEROUS

Picture a secretive gathering where whispers fill the air and anticipation hangs palpably. In this dimly lit room, a small vial containing a mysterious substance is passed discreetly between eager participants. But this isn't your typical scene of recreational indulgence.

2 mins

China claims Tesla's India biz will be doomed

China has expressed displeasure with Tesla CEO Elon Musk's intention to establish an electric car factory in India. Musk is scheduled to visit India later this month to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and there are expectations of an announcement regarding the establishment of a Tesla factory.

4 mins

NGT IMPOSES FINE ON UP CHIEF ENVIRONMENT OFFICER

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on Chief Environment Officer of Uttar Pradesh for failing to adhere to the tribunal's directive to levy environmental compensation on individuals and entities polluting the Ganga River in Varanasi.

1 min

COURT ORDERS ED TO CONCLUDE INVESTIGATION INTO LAND-FOR-JOB CASE

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to conclude a pending investigation within two weeks in the land-for-job case associated with money laundering, involving Bihar's former Chief Minister Rabri Devi and her two daughters.

2 mins

CJI DY CHANDRACHUD EMPHASISES AI'S ROLE IN LEGAL TRANSFORMATION

In his keynote speech at the Indo-Singapore Ju.dicial Conference, Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud underscored the pivotal role of technology, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI), in transforming legal research and the judiciary, while highlighting the necessity of ethical considerations in its incorporation.

2 mins

FOCUSED ON SCALING INDIA PRESENCE PLAN: ANKUR EDKIE

AI voice generation platform Murf plans to introduce more Indian English voices and other region-specific options in an effort to meet the diverse needs and preferences of users in the growing Indian market, says CEO Ankur Edkie.

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VERY PLEASED TO CLOSE Q4, FY24 ON STRONG NOTE, SAYS TCS CEO

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced rise in its net profit for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24 which is 9 per cent increase in net profit, reaching Rs 12,434 crore compared to Rs 11,392 crore in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.

1 min

BMW Joytown strikes a perfect chord

Soaring melodies and thrilling high notes echoed through the heart of Mumbai as thousands gathered to celebrate the highly anticipated, second edition of BMW JOYTOWN.

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