Jio Financial Services Q4FY24 net profit at Rs 310 cr; NII Rs 280 cr
Mumbai: Jio Financial Services registered a net profit of Rs 310 crore for the January-March quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24.
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UN chief Antonio Guterres appeals for maximum restraint in the Middle East
Recent escalations in the Middle East make it even more important to support efforts towards lasting peace between Israel and a fully independent, viable and sovereign Palestinian state, UN Secretary-General António Guterres told the Security Council on Thursday.
Sensex jumps up 599 points ending losing streak for several sessions
Ending the continuous losing streak in the past four sessions, the BSE Sensex on Friday jumped back 599.34 points to close at 73088.33 on the strength of Bankex, Metal, Financial services and Consumer Durable stocks amid weak Asian Market.
Stock market opens in the red amid reports of Israeli retaliatory strikes against Iran
Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian benchmark indices opened in the red on Friday (Apr 19) as geopolitical tensions have escalated in the Middle East after Israeli missiles reportedly hit sites in Iran in a retaliatory action.
HDFC Life Q4FY24 net profit grows 14.8% YoY to Rs 411 cr
Mumbai: HDFC Life Insurance Thursday declared a net profit of Rs 411 crore for the January-March quarter of the fiscal year 2023-24, up 14.8 percent from the Rs 358 crore reported in the corresponding period last year.
Infosys workforce declines by 25,994 in FY24
Mumbai: Infosys said there has been a drop in its recruitment activities during the fourth quarter of FY24, according to its financial results declared on Thursday.
UK's Vesuvius group to invest Rs 1,000 cr in India
Kolkata: UK-based engineering manufacturing firm Vesuvius will invest Rs 1,000 crore in India over the next five years.
Infosys Q4FY24 net profit jumps 30% YoY to Rs 7,969 cr
Mumbai: India's second-largest IT services company Infosys Ltd surpassed market expectations by reporting a net profit of Rs 7,969 crore for the fourth fiscal quarter, up 30% year-on-year against Rs 6,134 crore in the same period last year. .
Indian bourses close in red amid uncertainty in West Asia; Sensex tanks 450pts, Nifty at 21,995
Mumbai: Indian key stock market indicators concluded the fourth consecutive session in the red under the ongoing uncertainties in West Asia and diminishing expectations of an imminent interest rate reduction by the US Federal Reserve, which dampened investor confidence in India.
Musk's Visit to India Can Be a Game-Changer for the Tech Landscape
Elon Musk's upcoming visit to India on April 21-22 for Tesla and Starlink operations, and meeting with PM Narendra Modi, could turn out to be an important moment for India's tech sector.
Deepak Parekh steps down as HDFC Life's Chairman and Non-Executive Director
Mumbai: Veteran banker Deepak Parekh has resigned from his positions as Chairman and Non-Executive Director of HDFC Life Insurance, the company said in an exchange filing on Thursday.
India now part of global value and supply chains, says CII chief
The biggest game changer in India in the past years has been the steps taken by the government to ensure that the nation is part of the global value chains and supply chains, according to a top industry body official.
India to remain driver for global growth in the foreseeable future, says IMF Executive Director
IMF Executive Director has said India will remain a driver for global growth in the foreseeable future.
Stock Market opens in the green, Nifty near 22,250, Sensex up 290 points
Mumbai/IBNS: Indian benchmark indices opened on a positive note on Thursday (Apr 18) with Nifty near 22,250, shaking off the fading hopes of an early US rate cuts and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East due to the last week's Iranian attack on Israel that continued to weigh on investor sentiment.
Paytm starts migrating its users to PSP banks
Mumbai: One 97 Communications (OCL), the company that operates Paytm, has been granted permission by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to migrate its users to different banks for UPI transactions.
Premier Energies Photovoltaic Ltd secures export order from Amara Raja Infra for Bangladesh project
Kolkata: Premier Energies Photovoltaic Private Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of integrated solar cell and solar module manufacturer Premier Energies Limited (PEL) has secured a 140 megawatt (MW) Solar PV Modules supply export order from Amara Raja Infra Private Limited for an EPC project in Bangladesh.
Vodafone Idea raises Rs 5,400 cr from over 70 anchor investors
Mumbai: Vodafone Idea has garnered Rs 5,400 crore from 74 anchor investors, according to a statement released on Wednesday.
Centre notifies liberalised norms for FDI in space sector
New Delhi: The government on Wednesday notified changes to the foreign direct investment regulations in the space sector, aiming to attract international investors into satellite manufacturing and satellite launch vehicle sectors.
Adani family infuses Rs 8,339 cr in Ambuja Cements, raising stake to 70.3%
Ahmedabad: The Adani family, headed by billionaire Gautam Adani, announced on Wednesday that they have injected Rs 8,339 crore as the main shareholders into their cement subsidiary Ambuja Cements Ltd. by fully participating in the company's warrants program.
Elon Musk likely to announce $2-$3 billion investment for Tesla factory in India
New Delhi: Tesla CEO Elon Musk is set to announce an investment of $2-$3 billion in India, primarily aimed at establishing a new factory, during his upcoming visit to New Delhi to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Reuters reported, citing sources.
Apple inks JV with CleanMax for 6 rooftop solar projects with 14.4 MW capacity
Bengaluru: iPhone maker Apple has inked a joint venture with renewable energy developer CleanMax to address the issue of greenhouse gas emissions associated with customers using their devices under its Apple 2030 roadmap.
Home Loan Balance Transfer: Unlocking the Path to Savings
In the realm of managing home loan finances, a balance transfer facility emerges as a strategic tool for homeowners seeking to optimize their finances. Through home loan refinancing, you can transfer your outstanding loan amount from the existing lender to a new lender, typically to avail of a lower home loan interest rate.
India eyes to become global nutrition hub
In a bold move to transform its agricultural landscape, India is set on a path to become a Global Nutrition Hub, with a focus on promoting millets as a superfood and bolstering the production of pulses and edible oils. The ambitious plan aims to empower farmers and make agriculture a more lucrative profession.
Stock market holiday: BSE, NSE to remain closed for Ram Navami today
Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market -- the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) -- is closed today (Wednesday, Apr 17) on account of Ram Navami, which is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Ram.
Total number of folios of Indian mutual fund industry doubled in last 5 years to touch 17.79 lakh cr
Mumbai: The total number of folios in the Indian mutual fund industry has nearly doubled in the last five years at 17.79 lakh crore in March 2024, up from 8.97 lakh crore in March 2020 on the back of increasing awareness and a growing interest among retail investors for investing in equities and bonds through the mutual fund route.
Aditya Birla Group aims to bolster its financial arm with new Rs 100 cr app
Mumbai: The Aditya Birla Group is upbeat about a new app the company has developed at a cost of Rs 100 crore with the aim to nearly double its customer base within three years and keep pace with the expected growth in India’s financial services sector, media reports said.
India's FY24 merchandise exports fall by 3% to $437 billion; 5.4% drop in imports helps narrow trade deficit
New Delhi: India's merchandise exports plummeted by 3% to $437 billion in the previous fiscal year, despite a fourth-quarter uptick.
Zee withdraws application for execution of merger with Sony
Mumbai: Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. announced on Tuesday that it has withdrawn its application from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) regarding the execution of its merger with Sony Entertainment Enterprises (Culver Max), the company said in a statement.
IMF raises India's FY25 GDP growth forecast by 30 bps to 6.8%
New Delhi: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) increased its forecast for India's GDP growth in 2024-25 by 30 basis points to 6.8%, it said in an update to the World Economic Outlook (WEO).
RBI conducts 2-day VRRR auctions as liquidity in banking system nears Rs 1 trillion
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India on Tuesday held a two-day variable rate reverse repo (VRRR) auction due to the nearing Rs 1 trillion liquidity surplus in the banking system.