India: News
24 Mar 2024
PaytmPraveen Sharma, Senior VP at Paytm, calls it quits
Praveen Sharma, the Senior Vice President of Business at Paytm, has tendered his resignation, according to a recent company disclosure.
23 Mar 2024
Bajaj AutoBajaj Auto records notable surge in two-wheeler sales in February
Bajaj Auto, one of India's prominent bikemakers, has announced a significant surge in its two-wheeler sales in February.
22 Mar 2024
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)RBI offices open for year-end transactions on March 30, 31
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that its offices managing government business, along with all specified branches of agency banks, will maintain regular operating hours on March 30 and March 31, 2024.
22 Mar 2024
SpiceJetSpiceJet trims operations despite thriving aviation sector: Here's why
SpiceJet, a longstanding player in India's aviation sector, is poised to scale back its operations even as the industry anticipates record-breaking passenger traffic.
22 Mar 2024
Air IndiaAir India announces special business class fares on select routes
Air India, one of India's biggest airlines, has announced a temporary promotion today (March 22), offering reduced business class fares on its international flights.
22 Mar 2024
Stock MarketNSE announces new guidelines for tech IPOs: Check here
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has rolled out fresh guidelines, that will impact tech company founders who are preparing to launch their initial public offerings (IPOs).
22 Mar 2024
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)ISRO successfully lands India's first reusable launch vehicle 'Pushpak'
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has made a significant stride in reusable launch vehicle (RLV) technology today.
22 Mar 2024
IndiGoIndiGo eyes major aircraft acquisition to boost global presence
IndiGo, the leading budget airline in Asia, is reportedly mulling the purchase of widebody aircraft to bolster its international operations.
22 Mar 2024
Narendra ModiExplained: Significance of PM Modi's 2-day Bhutan visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday embarked on a two-day official visit to Bhutan.
21 Mar 2024
Stock MarketGold shines at a new high of Rs. 66,778
Today, the MCX gold rate soared to a new high of Rs. 66,778 per 10 grams, shortly after the commodity market opened.
20 Mar 2024
United Nations (UN)Finland remains world's happiest country for 7th straight year
The United Nations's World Happiness Report on Wednesday named Finland as the world's happiest country, marking its seventh year in a row at the top.
19 Mar 2024
BusinessIndia's exports on track to hit $450B in ongoing fiscal
Ashwani Kumar, the president of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), has projected that India's merchandise exports could hit a staggering $450 billion by the close of this fiscal year.
19 Mar 2024
ZomatoZomato gets pure veg mode and fleet in India
Food delivery platform Zomato has launched a 'Pure Veg Mode' and 'Pure Veg Fleet,' for customers with a 100% vegetarian dietary preference in India.
19 Mar 2024
NVIDIAIndia's digital infrastructure struggling to keep pace with global standards
India's digital infrastructure currently accounts for less than 2% of the world's total capacity, according to Vishal Dhupar, MD of NVIDIA Asia South.
19 Mar 2024
Indian MotorcycleIndian Motorcycle to reveal 2024 Scout on April 2
Indian Motorcycle is set to pull the covers off a brand-new Scout model in global markets on April 2.
18 Mar 2024
Indian GovernmentIndian government close to finalizing deep tech start-up policy
The Indian government is establishing a dedicated policy to foster the growth of deep technology start-ups, as per Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
18 Mar 2024
Hero MotoCorpIndian motorcycle sales skyrocket in February: Hero, Bajaj, and more
The motorcycle market in India saw a remarkable upswing in sales in February 2024.
18 Mar 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp working on feature to scan UPI QR codes
WhatsApp is rolling out an exciting new feature in its latest beta update for Android, version 2.24.7.3, available via the Google Play Beta Program.
18 Mar 2024
ChinaIndia is now the third-biggest smartphone exporter to US
India's smartphone shipments to the United States have witnessed a remarkable upswing, hitting $3.53 billion between April-December of this fiscal year, per government data.
17 Mar 2024
OnePlusIs OnePlus planning to withdraw from Indian smart TV market?
OnePlus has removed the TV and Displays sections from its official Indian website.
17 Mar 2024
Retail SectorIndia's retail job applications witnessed 8% rise in 2023
In 2023, retail job applications in India saw an increase of 8% compared to the previous year, as per data from recruitment firm WorkIndia.
17 Mar 2024
ChinaIndia emerges as new toy manufacturing hub for global brands
India's toy industry has seen a significant surge between FY15 and FY23, with exports skyrocketing by 239% and imports dropping by 52%.
15 Mar 2024
BusinessIndia's trade deficit climbs to $18.71 billion, exports also rise
India's Commerce Ministry announced today that the country's merchandise trade deficit had grown to $18.71 billion in February 2024, up from $17.49 billion the previous month.
15 Mar 2024
Latest CarsIndia's Maruti WagonR sales outperformed Pakistan's auto market this February
In February 2024, India's automotive market witnessed a significant surge in sales, outperforming its Pakistani counterpart.
13 Mar 2024
FoodVada pav grabs 19th spot in world's 50 best sandwiches
Mumbai's renowned street food, vada pav, has garnered international acclaim by earning a position on the esteemed "World's Top 50 Best Sandwiches" list.
13 Mar 2024
United States of AmericaUS needs highly qualified professionals from India, says Congressman
Pennsylvania Congressman Matt Cartwright has voiced support for eliminating the 7% country quota on Green Cards, acknowledging the importance of highly skilled professionals from India.
13 Mar 2024
Arunachal PradeshIndian states with restricted travel for Indians
In India, each state operates independently with its language, culture, and governance. While citizens enjoy constitutional freedom of movement, some states impose travel restrictions.
12 Mar 2024
MaldivesIndian troops begin withdrawing from Maldives after Muizzu's order
India has begun pulling out military personnel from the Maldives, following orders from the island nation's new president, Mohamed Muizzu.
11 Mar 2024
Narendra ModiModi announces successful testing of Agni-5 missile with MIRV technology
India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is celebrating the successful first flight test of the Agni-5 missile.
11 Mar 2024
Bajaj AutoEverything we know about Bajaj Auto's CNG bike in India
The highly anticipated Bajaj CNG bike, slated for a 2024 launch, has been spotted during testing alongside a Bajaj Platina 110.
10 Mar 2024
Electric VehiclesNo special treatment for Tesla or any other company: Goyal
India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal said that the nation will welcome all global electric vehicle manufacturers to establish operations in India.
10 Mar 2024
Narendra Modi'Watershed moment': PM Modi hails India, EFTA trade agreement
India has signed a free trade agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which includes Norway, Switzerland, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.
10 Mar 2024
Narendra ModiIndia's intervention made Russia abandon nuclear strikes on Ukraine: Report
India and China might have played a key role in preventing Russia from using nuclear weapons in 2022 during its war with Ukraine, CNN reported, citing United States (US) officials.
08 Mar 2024
International Women's DayGovernment initiatives in India to empower women
Each year on March 8th, we commemorate International Women's Day, dedicated to recognizing the remarkable accomplishments of women in various spheres, including social, economic, cultural, and political domains.
08 Mar 2024
MauritiusMaha Shivratri celebrations across South Asia
Maha Shivratri is a sacred Hindu festival celebrated annually with immense fervor and devotion.
08 Mar 2024
Maha ShivratriPlaces to witness the majesty of Mahashivratri
Maha Shivratri, a great night dedicated to Lord Shiva, is an auspicious occasion celebrated with fervor and devotion across the Indian subcontinent.
07 Mar 2024
IndonesiaAfter UAE, India signs local currency trade agreement with Indonesia
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Bank Indonesia (BI) have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to foster cross-border transactions using local currencies.
07 Mar 2024
IIT MadrasEverything we know about India's first flying taxi service
India's first flying taxi, the e200, is set to make its debut flight in October-November, according to Professor Satya Chakravarthy.
07 Mar 2024
TinderTinder, Yuvaa join hands for free online course on consent
Tinder has teamed up with youth-focused media group Yuvaa to introduce "Let's Talk Consent," an online self-paced course accessible on Coursera.
07 Mar 2024
Miss IndiaWho is Sini Shetty? Miss World finalist representing India
Sini Shetty, India's representative in the 71st Miss World Pageant, has gracefully made it to the Top 20 and is among the Top 5 from Asia and Oceania region.
