Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 2 (ANI): Ambuja Cements has taken a step toward achieving its Net Zero goals. The company has partnered with Finland-based technology leader Coolbrook to implement its proprietary RotoDynamic Heater (RDH) technology. According to the exchange filing, this cutting-edge, zero-carbon heating solution, powered by renewable electricity, will drastically reduce the company's dependence on fossil fuels and lower its carbon emissions, aligning with its sustainabili...Read More
n a grand ceremony at Bapu Sabhagar in Patna, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar felicitated the Indian women's hockey team for their victory in the Women's Asian Hockey Championship Trophy held from November 11 to 20 in Rajgir. Organised by the Bihar State Sports Department, the event celebrated the team's historic win over China, with a close 1-0 victory, marking a proud moment for the nation and the state of Bihar. Each Indian women's hockey team player and the head coach received ₹10 lakh a...Read More
Multibagger stock: PC Jeweller share price saw solid gains in morning trade on Monday, December 2, rising 5 per cent to hit its upper circuit of ₹171.50, and inching closer to its record high of ₹186.80, achieved on October 1 this year. PC Jeweller share price opened at ₹167.10 against its previous close of ₹163.35 and jumped 5 per cent to hit its upper circuit of ₹171.50. Around 11:25 am, the stock traded 4.56 per cent higher at ₹170.80 apiece. The stock has attracted strong traction after the...Read More
New Delhi: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into India surged by a robust 45 per cent to $29.79 billion in April-September during the current financial year compared to $20.5 billion in the same period during 2023-24, according to figures compiled by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The main sectors of the economy that benefited from the FDI include services, automobile, computer software, IT hardware, telecom and pharmaceuticals and chemicals. FDI in...Read More
Cyber Monday is a major online shopping event celebrated the Monday after Thanksgiving in the United States. It was created by retailers in 2005 as a way to encourage people to shop online, following the popularity of Black Friday sales. The day has grown in significance over the years, offering deep discounts across a wide range of products, from electronics to fashion, often rivaling the in-store deals of Black Friday. This year, Cyber Monday falls on December 2, 2024, providing consumers with...Read More
Fraud prevention software platform RaptorX has raised Rs 4 crore in a pre-seed funding round co-led by PeakXV Spark, EagleWings Ventures, and Point One Capital, along with participation from Peyush Bansal, Boat Co-founder & CMO Aman Gupta, and key angels (SVPs) from Google. The company had previously raised $120K in the same round. The fresh funds will be utilized to build and enhance its AI and machine learning capabilities for applications in both banking and e-commerce, expand the team, imp...Read More
The University of Bath is named one of the world's top 150 universities by the QS World University Rankings 2025 Offering leading MSc programmes, the University of Bath School of Management excels in combining world-class education with real-world learning opportunities. The University of Bath's School of Management is rapidly gaining international recognition as one of the United Kingdom's premier business schools. This prestigious university is first in Marketing, second in Accounting and Fi...Read More
Bhubaneswar: The gold price in India has decreased by Rs 650 for 24 carats and Rs 600 for 22 carats in the last 24 hours. On December 2, 2024, 24-carat gold (10 grams) is priced at Rs 77,350 while 22-carat gold (10 grams) costs Rs 70,900. In Bhubaneswar, the rate of yellow metal has also decreased in the last 24 hours. On December 2, 2024, 24-carat gold (10 grams) costs Rs 77,350 while 22-carat gold (10 grams) costs Rs 70,900. Gold prices witnessed minor changes across major cities in India. ...Read More
The financial repercussions of Parliament disruptions are considerable, impacting both public resources and the productivity of the nation's legislative process. However, both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha have cumulatively functioned for merely 2 hours, with daily disruptions and sloganeering resulting in adjournments. The Rajya Sabha faced disruptions today (December 2) as Vice Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed discontent over sloganeering by Opposition MPs. The protests, which centered ar...Read More
A hospitality giant has issued a grovelling apology for saying it won't be holding Australia Day celebrations in its more than 200 pubs and clubs nationwide because it 'causes sadness'. In a statement Australian Venue Co said it 'sincerely regretted' the effect the decision had. 'We can see that our comments on the weekend have caused both concern and confusion,' the statement said. 'We sincerely regret that - our purpose is to reinforce community in our venues, not divide it. 'It is...Read More
SpiceJet has secured the rights to operate 100 special flights for the Haj pilgrimage in 2025, departing from four new Indian cities -- Kolkata, Guwahati, Srinagar, and Gaya. According to a press release, the airline aims to increase its capacity for the pilgrimage by 18%, from 13,000 pilgrims in 2024 to 15,500 in 2025. SpiceJet has been operating special Haj flights since 2019, and this year, the airline deployed two wide-body Airbus A340 aircraft, each seating 324 passengers. The airline is...Read More
Senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party and the head of the Tamil Nadu Coordination Committee, H. Raja, is facing several pending court cases. In 2018, he made controversial remarks about a Periyar statue, posting on Twitter that he would demolish it. He also made derogatory remarks against Kanimozhi, the DMK's deputy general secretary and MP, which led to police complaints. A case was filed against Raja based on a complaint lodged at the Erode Town police station. The Madras High Court o...Read More
Umwelt.Ai announced partnership with PeopleStrong to elevate employee experience and streamline HR processes. This collaboration will enable Umwelt.Ai's AI-driven engagement solution to use PeopleStrong's modern, comprehensive platform and expertise in HR transformations. This strategic partnership represents a pivotal step in reshaping innovation, efficiency, and agility in workforce management. By combining forces, Umwelt.AI will bring its cutting-edge AI, ML, and NLP-powered employee engag...Read More
Investing.com -- Just as the market began to show signs of peaking out after a seesaw October, Donald Trump's re-election to the White House sparked a new ferocious rally, boosting assets from big tech to small caps and financials. As a consequence, stocks notched their best month of an already fantastic year in November, with the S&P 500 gaining a whopping 5.7% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumping by 7.5% - closely followed by the NASDAQ Composite's 6.2% gain. But while bulls were...Read More
In the last decade, digital transformation has reshaped industries across the globe, with the banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector witnessing a rapid shift towards technology-driven processes. Automation, Artificial Intelligence (AI), blockchain, and big data are now reshaping business operations and redefining traditional roles. As India navigates this intersection of innovation and opportunity, the employability of the country's youth -- especially in BFSI -- will hinge on ...Read More
NEW DELHI: Lieutenant governor VK Saxena has given his approval to the reconstitution of Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, paving the way for govt to prepare a scheme to provide compensation to the construction workers who lost work due to the implementation of GRAP IV provisions. The board was not in place for the last couple of years. While giving his nod to its reconstitution, LG directed that immediate steps should be taken to implement Supreme Court directions to...Read More
Market-leading conglomerate stock of Mukesh Ambani rose by 2 percent after the acquisition of a 21 percent stake in US-based Wavetech Helium for $12 million. This strategic investment is expected to strengthen Ambani's portfolio in the global tech and energy sectors. In Friday's trading session, Reliance Industries Limited's share price reached an intra-day high of Rs.1,299.50 per share, representing a 2.2 percent rise from its previous close of Rs.1,270.80 apiece. The share has retreated since...Read More
The TOI Lifestyle Desk is a dynamic team of dedicated journalists who, with unwavering passion and commitment, sift through the pulse of the nation to curate a vibrant tapestry of lifestyle news for The Times of India readers. At the TOI Lifestyle Desk, we go beyond the obvious, delving into the extraordinary. Consider us your lifestyle companion, providing a daily dose of inspiration and information. Whether you're seeking the latest fashion trends, travel escapades, culinary delights, or welln...Read More
Pawan Kumar Bir Singh and Anita Sharma, dubbed 'Bunty & Babli', were arrested near Bodh Gaya for stealing laptops across India. The couple sold stolen electronics in Delhi's grey markets for profit and was tracked using advanced cellphone surveillance. They remain in custody for further investigation.Pawan Kumar Bir Singh and Anita Sharma, a live-in couple dubbed "Bunty & Babli" after the infamous con couple from Bollywood, were arrested last week near Bodh Gaya, Bihar, for their involvement in ...Read More
A sustained buying in Adani Group stocks during the last 3 trading sessions has erased most of the losses for its investors. The combined market capitalization of all 11 listed Adani stocks was at Rs 1.37 lakh crore in the afternoon and needs a rally of another Rs 60,000 crore to erase all the loss that investors suffered on November 21. After the United States Department of Justice and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued an indictment and a civil complaint, respectively, in ...Read More
The TOI Lifestyle Desk is a dynamic team of dedicated journalists who, with unwavering passion and commitment, sift through the pulse of the nation to curate a vibrant tapestry of lifestyle news for The Times of India readers. At the TOI Lifestyle Desk, we go beyond the obvious, delving into the extraordinary. Consider us your lifestyle companion, providing a daily dose of inspiration and information. Whether you're seeking the latest fashion trends, travel escapades, culinary delights, or welln...Read More
Air India is also offering additional discounts through various payment offers, so you can enjoy even more savings. Air India has launched its limited-time Black Friday Sale, offering up to 20 percent off base fares for domestic flights and up to 12 percent off on international flights to destinations like the United States, Europe (including the UK), Australia, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. The sale is available exclusively on Air India's official website and mobile apps for iOS and Android...Read More
SynopsisA total of 17,258 shares changed hands on the counter till 01:32PM (IST).Shares of Shriram Finance Ltd. 0.02 per cent to Rs 3044.65 in Friday's trade as of 01:32PM (IST). The stock hit a high price of Rs 3065.85 and low of Rs 2993.00 during the session. The return on equity (ROE) for the stock stood at 15.04 per cent. Traded volume on the counter stood at 01:32PM shares and turnover at Rs 5.20 crore around that time. The stock of Shriram Finance Ltd. quoted a 52-week high price of Rs 36...Read More
PNB shares 1.69 per cent in Friday's trading sessionNaga Chaitanya-Sobhita pre-wedding celebrations are on! Check pictures from their Haldi ceremonyWelfare pension fraud: Luxury car owners, affluent individuals found on beneficiary listsAshok Leyland shares 0.49% as Sensex risesRealty sector business sentiment signals growth, sustained optimism, surveyInfo Edge stock price 0.81 per cent as SensexWho is Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari; the ex-Iskcon member caught in the middle of communal tension...Read More
NEW DELHI: Backing embattled Adani Group, rating agency CRISIL Ratings on Friday said the conglomerate has sufficient liquidity and operational cash flows to meet debt obligations and committed capex and that there has been no negative actions so far by lenders and investors following the US indictment of group founder chairman. The Adani Group, which has the flexibility to reduce certain discretionary capital expenditure (capex) depending on developments in financial markets and future capital...Read More
By Tashwinder Singh, CEO and MD, Niyogin Fintech Limited The world of finance has been transformed by fintechs to dramatically change the interaction of a consumer with a financial service. Mobile banking, app stores, and AI investment brokerage have all done their magic on consumer financial access, charge, and personalised services. With technology advancing product innovations, all these are consolidated with a personal touch, and this has thereby brought the concept of hybrid ways for finte...Read More
The total cost of the second phase of the project is estimated at $83.3 million, with the Tanzanian government contributing $8.33 million in counterpart funding. The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $75 million loan to Tanzania for the second phase of the Centre of Excellence for Skills and Tertiary Education in Biomedical Sciences project, aimed at tackling the growing burden of cardiovascular disease in the country and the broader East African region. The total cost of the seco...Read More
If you are in the process of changing your job then the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has an important message for you. The retirement fund body has told the employees that they do not need to apply for a new UAN (Universal Account Number) at the time of changing jobs. This is because a member is not supposed to have more than one UAN. "Employees are not required to generate a new UAN when leaving their old employment. A member cannot have more than one UAN. There is no requireme...Read More
Today marks a milestone for New Zealand's port and maritime sector as the Approved Code of Practice for Loading and Unloading Cargo at Ports and on Ships (ACOP) officially comes into effect. The launch was celebrated by Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Hon Brooke van Velden and Associate Minister of Transport Matt Doocey, signaling a significant step towards enhancing workplace safety across the industry. The ACOP addresses long-standing inconsistencies in safety practices across the cou...Read More
Shakhrisabz, a historic city in the Kashkadarya region of Uzbekistan, has steadily been making its mark as a must-visit destination for those interested in exploring the country's rich cultural heritage. Known for its connection to the legendary conqueror Amir Timur (also known as Tamerlane), Shakhrisabz is not only a significant historical site but also an extraordinary place to witness the timeless beauty of Timurid architecture. As more travelers seek unique destinations beyond the usual tour...Read More