Business & Economy

September 16, 2024 6:40 PM

Nifty, Sensex rebound as investors await govt formation

Indian markets continue to recover from the losses of election results day. The Nifty 50 index surged 201 points, or 0.89 percent, to 22,821.40, while the BSE Sensex climbed 692 points to 75,074, reflecting a 0.93 percent gain. In the sectoral indices, all except Nifty FMCG, Nifty Pharma, Nifty Pri...

June 6, 2024 4:06 PM

Netherlands launch four-day European Union elections across 27 nations

The Netherlands initiated voting Thursday in the European Union's parliamentary elections, setting the stage for a crucial democratic exercise expected to highlight the rise of far-right parties across the 27-nation bloc. Polling stations opened across the Netherlands, marking the start of four day...

June 6, 2024 2:34 PM

Indian toy industry makes a strong push into the UAE market

The Toy Association of India (TAI) has brought a delegation to the UAE, consisting of members from across India, including manufacturers, importers, exporters, retailers, and toy testing lab designers. This diverse group of professionals aims to promote the Indian toy industry at both the manufactur...

June 6, 2024 1:36 PM

Russian central bank urges global integration despite sanctions

Despite Western sanctions, Russia must be integrated in the global economy with countries that are prepared to work with it, central bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said at Russia's flagship annual economic forum in St Petersburg on Thursday. The event once drew top Western bankers and company exec...

September 16, 2024 6:40 PM

Nvidia overtakes Apple as No. 2 most valuable company

Nvidia's rallied to record highs on Wednesday, with the artificial intelligence chipmaker's valuation breaching the $3 trillion mark and overtaking Apple to become the world's second most valuable company. Nvidia is preparing to split its stock ten-for-one, effective on June 7, a move that could in...

June 6, 2024 1:01 PM

Sensex, Nifty open higher as PM Modi gears up for third term

Indian benchmark indices opened higher on Thursday, buoyed by the BJP-led NDA's unanimous announcement that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead a new coalition government for a third consecutive term. The Sensex surged 378.59 points, opening at 74,804.68, while the Nifty gained 105.65 points, st...

September 16, 2024 6:43 PM

DoT launches initiative to help MSMEs, startups embrace new technologies

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has launched a comprehensive survey to identify and address the challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in adapting to new technologies. The survey aims to lay the groundwork for a robust ecosystem that leverage the potential of ar...