GST Council approves CGST Bill and IGST Bill

Mar 05, 2017, at 12:43 am

New Delhi, May 4 (IBNS): The Goods and Services Tax GST) Council, in its meeting held today in Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi under the Chairmanship of the Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs, Arun Jaitley has approved the draft CGST Bill and the draft IGST Bill as vetted by the Union Law Ministry.

GST rollout likely by July 1, says Jaitley

Mar 04, 2017, at 11:15 pm

New Delhi, Mar 4 (IBNS): In a major announcement, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Saturday said Goods and Service Tax Council has cleared the Central GST (C-GST) and Integrated GST (I-GST) laws.

Following Ambassador, Peugeot set to acquire Opel, Vauxhall

Mar 04, 2017, at 07:42 pm

Mumbai, Mar 4 (IBNS): Following the acquisition of Ambassador from Indian car manufacturer Hindustan Motors, Peugeot is set to expand its range by entering a deal with General Motors for its Opel and Vauxhall brands, media reports said.

India and Canada focus on expanding bilateral trade

Mar 04, 2017, at 07:06 pm

New Delhi, Mar 4 (IBNS): India and Canada are focused on expanding bilateral trade and investment between the two countries, the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry said in a release on Saturday.

Whirlpool introduces new logo, undertakes major brand expansion

Mar 04, 2017, at 05:08 am

Kolkata, Mar 3 (IBNS): Whirlpool Corporation, manufacturer and marketer of major home appliances, introduced its all new logo which indicates the company's growth and expansion across categories.

Maruti Suzuki forays into high performance segment with Baleno RS

Mar 04, 2017, at 01:21 am

New Delhi, Mar 3 (IBNS): India’s automobile market leader Maruti Suzuki India Limited marked its entry into a high-performance segment with the Baleno RS here on Friday.

Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza records another milestone; sells over 100,000 units

Mar 04, 2017, at 12:17 am

New Delhi, Mar 3 (IBNS): Maruti Suzuki India Limited’s (MSIL) on Friday said its top-selling urban compact SUV Vitara Brezza has crossed one lakh cumulative sales milestone in the domestic market.

Lamborghini launches the Aventador S in India

Mar 03, 2017, at 10:22 pm

Kolkata,Mar 3 (IBNS): Automobili Lamborghini India, on Fridaylaunched the Lamborghini Aventador S in India.

Indian benchmark indices recover from loss to end flat on Friday

Mar 03, 2017, at 10:15 pm

Mumbai, Mar 3 (IBNS): Indian market closed flat on Friday but posted a weekly loss after six consecutive weekly gains, according to media reports.

Essar Power Hazira Gujarat unit attains 100 per cent capacity utilisation

Mar 03, 2017, at 07:13 pm

Mumbai, Mar 3 (IBNS): Essar Power Hazira Ltd, a subsidiary of Essar Power Ltd, announced on Friday that its 2x135 MW power project in Hazira, Gujarat, has begun operating consistently at close to 100% capacity utilisation.

Snapdeal, Truecaller partner to make 'shopping experience frictionless'

Mar 03, 2017, at 04:58 am

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IBNS): Snapdeal, an Indian online marketplace, has partnered with Truecaller, one of the leading communication apps in the world to enhance consumer experience by integrating Truecaller Priority in the company's IVR and order confirmation numbers.

Flipkart wins top awards in customer service in retail/e-Commerce

Mar 03, 2017, at 04:54 am

Bangalore, Mar 2 (IBNS): Flipkart's focus on customers was recognized at the Customer Engagement and Loyalty Summit 2017 last month, where it won top awards in the retail and e-commerce category.

Harley-Davidson India invests in ownership experience for H.O.G. members

Mar 03, 2017, at 04:45 am

New Delhi/Kolkata, Mar 2 (IBNS): Harley-Davidson India, on Thursday, announced the launch of its exclusive storage facility for its Armed Forces H.O.G Chapter.

Over 50 per cent finance professionals see shared services roles as attractive, says ACCA report

Mar 03, 2017, at 03:43 am

Mumbai, Mar 2 (IBNS): More than 50 per cent of finance professionals increasingly see a career in shared services as a long-term option, a development opportunity and a gateway to other business careers, according to the latest report from ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

Manpasand Beverages eyes revenue growth through Indian Railways

Mar 03, 2017, at 01:20 am

Mumbai, Mar 2 (IBNS): Manpasand Beverages Limited, India’s leading fruit juice player, is eyeing a healthy growth in its revenues through Indian Railways in the coming months.

JCB India commits to infrastructure development in NE India through its new range of products

Mar 03, 2017, at 12:43 am

Guwahati, Mar 2 (IBNS): JCB India Limited, an Indian manufacturer of Earthmoving and Construction Equipment, showcased a product line up at ConMac 2017 held at Maniram Dewan Trade center in Guwahti, which started from Thursday.

Indian market erases morning gains and ends lower on Thursday

Mar 02, 2017, at 11:21 pm

Mumbai, Mar 2 (IBNS): Indian equity benchmarks, which rose considerably on Thursday morning, ended lower at close of business, largely due to profit taking, according to media reports.

Private banks start charging minimum Rs. 150 after free cash transactions a month

Mar 02, 2017, at 06:15 pm

New Delhi, Mar 2 (IBNS) : Some private banks have started charging a minimum amount on cash deposits and withdrawals beyond four free transactions a month, reports said.

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank launches 'Paison Ki ABCD', a film on financial literacy

Mar 02, 2017, at 03:27 am

Mumbai, Mar 1 (IBNS): Ujjivan Small Financial Bank Ltd. (Ujjivan SFB) has launched a powerful, educational film on Financial Literacy titled 'Paison Ki ABCD'.

Maruti Suzuki sells 130,280 units in February

Mar 02, 2017, at 02:23 am

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IBNS): Maruti Suzuki India Limited, leader in passenger vehicles,on Wednesday said sold a total of 130,280 units in February 2017.

Kolkata: RBI Regional Director inaugurates Bandhan Nextgen Bankers' Programme

Mar 02, 2017, at 01:46 am

Kolkata, Mar 1 (IBNS): Bandhan-Konnagar (CSR arm of Bandhan) in association with Bandhan Bank has started a one year residential programme titled Bandhan Nextgen Bankers'

SAIL records best-ever monthly export volume in 10 years

Mar 01, 2017, at 11:14 pm

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IBNS): The concerted efforts by Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL) on increasing exports share have started to bear fruits.

Tata Motors sales at 47,573 in February 2017

Mar 01, 2017, at 10:31 pm

Mumbai, Mar 1 (IBNS): Tata Motors passenger and commercial vehicle total sales (including exports) in February 2017 were at 47,573 vehicles, higher by 2% over 46,674 vehicles sold in February 2016.

Soma Mondal assumes charge as SAIL’s Director (Commercial)

Mar 01, 2017, at 10:24 pm

New Delhi, Ma 1 (IBNS): Soma Mondal has taken charge as Director (Commercial) of Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).

Mahindra’s Auto Sector Sells 42714 vehicles during February 2017

Mar 01, 2017, at 10:03 pm

Mumbai, Mar 1 (IBNS): Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M Ltd.), India’s leading SUV manufacturer, today announced its auto sales performance for February 2017 which stood at 42,714 vehicles compared to 44,002 vehicles during February 2016.

Nissan India sales increase by 25% in February 2017

Mar 01, 2017, at 09:49 pm

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IBNS): Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. reported domestic sales of 4,807 units in February 2017 against 3,850 units sold the same month a year ago.

Indian markets close higher on Wednesday

Mar 01, 2017, at 09:47 pm

Mumbai, Mar 1 (IBNS): The Indian market closed higher on Wednesday riding on higher GDP data and supported by index majors HDFC and ITC, according to reports.

Honda Cars India registers 9.4% growth in domestic sales in February 2017

Mar 01, 2017, at 09:44 pm

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IBNS): Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), leading manufacturer of passenger cars in India, registered monthly domestic sales of 14,249units in February 2017 against 13,020 units in the corresponding month last year, registering a growth of 9.4%.

Renault India registers monthly sales of 11,198 units in Feb

Mar 01, 2017, at 09:23 pm

New Delhi, Mar 1 (IBNS): Renault India, one of the fastest growing automotive brands in India, on Wednesday said it has registered a growth of 26.8%with monthly sales of 11,198units in the month of February 2017 as against 8,834 units in the corresponding month last year.

Amway India forays into refreshing drinks market with the launch of Nutrilite Fruit Drink mix

Mar 01, 2017, at 09:17 pm

Kolkata, Mar 1 (IBNS): Amway India, a direct selling FMCG Company of the country, has entered the refreshing drinks market with the launch of Nutrilite Fruit Drink Mix.