The domestic commercial vehicle industry is projected to grow modestly by 0-3% in FY25, a notable improvement from the previously estimated decline of 4-7%, according to a report released on Monday.
Shah Rukh Khan, a name synonymous with Bollywood stardom, has once again made headlines by featuring on the Hurun India Rich List with an impressive net worth of ₹7,300 crore. This remarkable fortune is largely attributed to his successful ventures, including the prominent production house Red Chillies Entertainment, co-owned with his wife Gauri Khan, and the Kolkata Knight Riders IPL team, whi...
India has achieved a historic milestone with 334 billionaires, marking a significant rise of 75 from the previous year, according to the ‘2024 Hurun India Rich List.’ Leading this prestigious list is industrialist Gautam Adani and his family, whose wealth has surged to Rs 11.6 lakh crore, reflecting an impressive 95% increase and securing their position at the top.
In a significant move to boost India’s industrial capabilities and economic growth, the Union Cabinet has approved an ambitious project to develop 12 new industrial smart cities across 10 states. Announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, this initiative is backed by an investment of ₹28,602 crore and aims to revolutionize the country's manufacturing sector.
In an unexpected turn of events, Qantas Airways has been caught in a major pricing blunder that saw hundreds of first-class tickets sold at a fraction of their usual price due to a coding error. This incident, reported by the Independent, has resulted in a wave of confusion and dissatisfaction among customers who took advantage of the unusually low fares.
Ordering food online has become a staple in many Indian households, simplifying everything from hosting large gatherings to satisfying late-night cravings. Swiggy, a leading player in the Indian online food delivery market, recently celebrated a decade in business as of August 2024. To mark this milestone, Swiggy's CEO and co-founder, Sriharsha Majety, reflected on the company's humble beginnings.
The Finance Ministry is poised to make a significant decision regarding the wage ceiling for the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), following a proposal from the Labour Ministry to raise the limit from Rs 15,000 to Rs 21,000. This change comes on the heels of the government's announcement of a unified pension scheme for central employees, which has generated optimism for private sec...
Shan Hanes, the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Heartland Tri-State Bank in the United States, has been sentenced to over 24 years in federal prison for his involvement in a massive cryptocurrency fraud scheme that led to the embezzlement of $47 million. This case not only highlights the rise of sophisticated online scams but also the devastating consequences of financial fraud on insti...
YouTube Premium, the ad-free subscription service offered by the Google-owned platform, has recently announced a price hike in India, affecting all its subscription plans, including individual, family, and student options. The price increase has taken many users by surprise, especially given the significant differences in cost for some plans.
In a significant development for food delivery enthusiasts, Zomato has introduced a new feature called 'Order Scheduling,' allowing customers to place their food orders up to two days in advance. Announced by CEO Deepinder Goyal on August 24, 2024, this feature aims to provide greater convenience and flexibility for users, particularly in managing their meal plans.
Jio has recently introduced a range of affordable international roaming plans aimed at providing cost-effective connectivity for users traveling abroad. These new plans cover popular global destinations, including Canada, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Europe, and the Caribbean Islands, offering a variety of benefits such as voice calls, data usage, and SMS services. With coverage extending to 60 coun...
Madhapar, a village in Gujarat's Kachchh district, is known as Asia's richest village, with its residents holding fixed deposits worth ₹7,000 crore. The village, primarily inhabited by the Patel community, has seen its population grow from 17,000 in 2011 to around 32,000.
As AI adoption accelerates among Indian enterprises, Tech Mahindra and Google Cloud have announced a strategic partnership to advance generative AI (gen AI) and drive digital transformation for Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M).