RBI Governor Warns Against Unlicensed Forex Trading Platforms

RBI Governor

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, on April 8, emphasized the need for banks to exercise caution regarding unauthorized foreign exchange trading platforms. He pointed out that certain individuals or entities are utilizing banking channels to finance activities on such platforms. Speaking at the FIMMDA-PDAI Annual Conference in Barcelona, Das urged banks to heighten their vigilance in … Read more

Exide Shares Skyrocket 12% as Hyundai and Kia Partner with Arm for EV Battery Localisation

Exide

South Korean automotive giants Hyundai Motor Company (HMC) and Kia Corporation have officially announced a strategic collaboration with Exide Energy Solutions Ltd, a prominent Indian battery manufacturer, to localize electric vehicle (EV) battery production in India. This move has propelled Exide Industries’ shares to surge by over 12%, reaching a remarkable 52-week high of Rs … Read more

Naukri Soars 8% to 52-Week High After Strong Q4 Update

Naukri

Shares of Info Edge surged by 7.8 percent, reaching a 52-week high of Rs 6,164.45 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) following the announcement of robust Q4 performance by the parent company of the renowned online job portal Naukri. In FY24, Info Edge’s standalone billings experienced a notable growth of 5.48 percent year-on-year (YoY), amounting … Read more

IRDAI Raises Alarms Over Hinduja Group’s Bid Led by IIHL for Reliance Capital

Reliance Capital

Recent reports suggest that the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has voiced reservations regarding the resolution plan put forward by IndusInd International Holdings (IIHL), a firm under the Hinduja Group, for debt-laden Reliance Capital, a player in the insurance sector, encompassing non-life segments. Sources indicate that IRDAI has directly addressed Nageshwara Rao … Read more

Adani Green Energy to Invest Rs 1.5 Lakh Cr for 30 GW Project in Kutch, Gujarat

Adani Green Energy

Adani Green Energy Ltd has announced a mammoth investment of Rs 1.5 lakh crore to expand its capacity to 30 gigawatts (GW) at its Khavda renewable energy project site in Kutch, Gujarat. This ambitious venture, spearheaded by Managing Director Vneet Jaain, aims to transform barren land spanning 538 square kilometers in Khavda into the world’s … Read more

India Records 13% Surge in Coal Imports for February

Coal Imports

In the month of February, India experienced a notable surge in coal imports, with figures rising by 13% to reach a total of 21.64 million tonnes (MT). This uptick, as reported by online marketplace mjunction, was primarily fueled by the proactive stance of certain buyers who sought to bolster their stocks in anticipation of the … Read more

Aurobindo Pharma Appoints T Vijaya Kumar as President of R&D Division

Aurobindo Pharma

India’s prominent pharmaceutical company, Aurobindo Pharma, announced the appointment of T. Vijaya Kumar as President of the Research and Development (R&D) division specializing in Specialty Drug Delivery, effective April 5, 2024. Kumar brings with him extensive expertise, holding a Master’s in Pharmacy from Gulbarga University, Gulbarga (India), with a focus on Pharmaceutical Technology. With nearly … Read more

Srinivas Pallia’s CEO Appointment at Wipro Hailed by Industry Experts

Srinivas Pallia

Wipro’s appointment of Srinivas Pallia as the new CEO has garnered praise from industry experts, signaling a strategic move towards stability amid recent business challenges. Pallia, a seasoned company veteran who previously led Wipro’s Americas I business, brings a wealth of experience to the role. The decision comes as Thierry Delaporte, the current CEO, steps … Read more

NASA on Alert: 170-Foot Asteroid to Fly Close to Earth, Details Revealed

Asteroid

Asteroids, ever looming threats, are a constant source of concern due to their potential to collide with celestial bodies like planets or moons. In a recent discovery, NASA has spotted a particularly worrisome asteroid hurtling towards Earth. Measuring a staggering 170 feet, this celestial object is set for a close encounter with our planet, prompting … Read more

WhatsApp Introduces New Notification Feature for Status Updates

WhatsApp

In an effort to further enhance user experience and connectivity, WhatsApp is set to introduce an exciting new notification feature for status updates. With this enhancement, users will never miss out on important updates from their contacts, ensuring a more seamless and engaging messaging experience on the platform. The latest WhatsApp beta for Android 2.24.8.13 … Read more

India Sets Ambitious Target of $100 Billion Annual FDI: Industry Secretary

FDI

Rajesh Kumar Singh, the secretary in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, has unveiled India’s ambitious plan to attract a minimum of $100 billion in gross foreign direct investment (FDI) annually. This bold objective comes as many investors and multinational corporations are seeking to diversify their investments away from China, presenting India … Read more

IMF’s Indias’ GDP Estimates Inaccurate: Ex-CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian

Krishnamurthy Subramanian

The dispute between the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and former CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian regarding India’s growth prospects has escalated. Subramanian asserted that the Indian economy could achieve an 8% growth rate until 2047, contrasting with the IMF’s stance, which distanced itself from his projections. In response, Subramanian took a swipe at the IMF, alleging consistent … Read more

Vodafone Idea Secures ₹2,075 Cr Investment Approval from Aditya Birla Group

Vodafone Idea

Vodafone Idea’s board of directors has given the green light to a significant move, approving the allotment of shares valued at ₹2,075 crore to Oriana Investments Pte. Ltd., a key entity within the Aditya Birla Group. Priced at ₹14.87 per share, this preferential allotment demonstrates confidence in the company’s growth prospects, notably exceeding the Friday … Read more