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Everything you need to know about Hindustan Form: news, reviews, in-depth analysis, opinion and more

Sami Labs eyes Indian market to boost sales

May 20, 2013 at 6:22 PM

Bangalore, May 20 (IANS) Leading pharma and nutraceutical export player Sami Labs Monday unveiled a holistic strategy to increase its market share in India to 10 percent in the near future from two percent currently.

Indo-Nepal Army Mountaineering Expedition Team climb Mount Everest

May 19, 2013 at 9:02 PM

Kathmandu, May 19 (ANI): The Joint Indo-Nepal Army Mountaineering Expedition Team successfully climbed Mount Everest. According to the Nepal Army Directorate of Information, the first team of the Joint expedition reached the world's highest peak at nine local time this morning.

No refills for multiple cooking gas connection holders from June 1

May 16, 2013 at 7:10 PM

Mumbai, May 16 (IANS) The public sector oil marketing companies have decided to stop supplies of cooking gas refills to households with multiple connections from June 1 unless they comply with KYC norms, an official said here Thursday.

Efforts to decrease hate crimes against Sikhs in USA

May 15, 2013 at 7:58 PM

Amritsar, May 15 (ANI): In an effort to decrease the increasing hate crime against Sikhs in the United State of America, the American Sikh Congressional Caucus (ASCC) requested congressmen to sign its first act "hate crime statistics against Sikhs".

Mittu Chandilya appointed chief executive of AirAsia India

May 15, 2013 at 2:54 PM

Mumbai, May 15 (IANS) Proposed airline AirAsia India Wednesday appointed Singapore-based Mittu Chandilya as its chief executive.

Hindustan Motors posts Rs 1.16 crore net loss in Q4

May 7, 2013 at 10:08 PM

Kolkata, May 7 (IANS) Maker of iconic Ambassador cars, Hindustan Motors Ltd (HML), owned by the C.K. Birla Group, Tuesday posted a net loss of Rs.1.16 crore in the quarter ended March 31, 2013, as against net profit of Rs.18.01 crore during the same period previous year.

India gifts Dornier 228 aircraft to Seychelles

May 7, 2013 at 12:49 PM

New Delhi, May 7 (ANI): India has gifted a Dornier 228 aircraft to Seychelles for maritime surveillance.

Govinda's mom inspires Manasi Parekh's debut song! (With Image)

May 2, 2013 at 7:16 PM

Mumbai, May 2 (IANS) Television actress Manasi Parekh will launch her first music single Friday. She says the thumri, called "Saawariya", was originally sung by Govinda's mother.

Diesel under-recovery declines to Rs.3.80 a litre

May 1, 2013 at 9:16 PM

New Delhi, May 1 (IANS) The under-recovery or loss on sale of high-speed diesel for the first fortnight of May has been pegged to Rs.3.80 per litre, the petroleum ministry said Wednesday.

UGC NET 2013 online application form dates extended

May 1, 2013 at 10:53 AM

UGC has extended the dates for applying in National Eligibility Test (NET) online till May 3, 2013. Earlier, the last dates for applying online and generation of filled Bank Challan for payment of fee was 30.04.13.The new schedule for filling up the National Eligibility Test - June, 2013 Examination form are as follow:

Sensex rises 117 points; FMCG stocks rally

April 30, 2013 at 5:32 PM

Mumbai, April 30 (IANS) A benchmark index of the Indian equities markets rose 117 points Tuesday, led by a strong rally in FMCG stocks after Hindustan Unilever announced better than expected earnings and its parent firm Unilever said it will raise stake in the company through an open offer.

Sensex rises 100 points; HUL, Wipro surge

April 29, 2013 at 4:44 PM

Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) A benchmark index of the Indian equities markets rose 100 points Monday, led by a strong buying support in FMCG, consumer durables, realty and power stocks, ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy review later this week.

Hindustan Unilever profit rises 41 percent in 2012-13

April 29, 2013 at 3:24 PM

Mumbai, April 29 (IANS) Hindustan Unilever, India's largest manufacturer of consumer goods and household products, Monday said its net profit increased 41 percent to Rs.3,796.67 crore for the year ended March 31.

Sensex rallies 227 points; interest sensitive stocks gain

April 25, 2013 at 6:44 PM

Mumbai, April 25 (IANS) A benchmark index of the Indian equities markets Thursday closed more than one percent up after interest-sensitive stocks like automobile, banks stocks rallied on expectation of an interest rate cut by central bank early next month.

Treat Kashmir as a political, not a religious dispute: Choudhry

April 25, 2013 at 4:52 PM

London, April 25 (ANI): Well known Kashmiri leader Dr. Shabir Choudhry has said Kashmir is not only a political dispute, but also human issue.

Russia ready to negotiate with India on MiG-35 fighters

April 23, 2013 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) Russia is keen that India buys its MiG-35 fighter aircraft, a top Russian official said.

Russia to train Indian fighter pilots

April 23, 2013 at 4:36 PM

New Delhi, April 23 (IANS) Russia will train Indian fighter pilots for carrier-based operations, a top Russian official said.

Sensex down more than one and half percent

April 12, 2013 at 7:24 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) A benchmark index of Indian equities markets closed more than one and a half percent lower in Friday's trade as weak industrial production numbers, coupled with disappointing results from information technology (IT) major Infosys dampened sentiments.

India won't cut oil imports from Iran

April 11, 2013 at 9:16 PM

Berlin, April 11 (IANS) The Indian government does not intend to cut oil imports from Iran due to US-backed sanctions and the recent decline in purchases were due to payments, insurance and logistics problems, Foreign Secretary Ranjan Mathai said Thursday.

Sarmento holds first exhibition in Mexico

April 10, 2013 at 11:56 AM

Mexico City, April 10 (IANS/EFE) Portuguese artist Juliao Sarmento is having his first exhibition in Mexico, where nearly 50 works will give visitors a look at the work of one of the world's most important contemporary artists.

Modi says wants to pay back 'India's debts'

April 4, 2013 at 7:49 PM

Gandhinagar, April 4 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Thursday said he wants to pay back debts he owes to the country.

Sensex falls 1.55 percent; bank, IT stocks plummet

April 4, 2013 at 5:48 PM

Mumbai, April 4 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets fell 1.55 percent or 292 points Thursday on heavy selling in banking, information technology (IT) and capital goods stocks.

Ali Zafar's visa to India not denied, says publicist

March 30, 2013 at 12:10 PM

Islamabad, Mar 30 (ANI): Pakistani singer-turned-actor Ali Zafar's publicist has rejected claims that the star was denied the visa to India, it has been claimed.

Sensex closes fiscal 2012-13 with 131 points gain

March 28, 2013 at 6:18 PM

Mumbai, March 28 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed more than half a percent up on the last day of 2012-13 financial year Thursday on the back of healthy buying in metal, bank and capital goods stocks and settlement of monthly derivatives contracts.

BAE Systems for new aerospace projects with HAL

March 26, 2013 at 10:02 PM

Bangalore, March 26 (IANS) British aerospace major BAE Systems is keen on partnering with the Indian defence behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) for new projects across 17 countries where it has presence.

Sensex closes flat; capital goods, bank stocks plummet

March 25, 2013 at 8:34 PM

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed Monday's trade flat while capital goods, bank and automobile stocks plummeted.

PAC distressed over dealy in inducting basic trainer aircraft

March 21, 2013 at 8:57 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) A parliamentary panel has expressed "distress" over the defence ministry's "inordinate delay" in inducting indigenous basic trainer aircraft for the Indian Air Force and its failure to foresee the implications of this on the country's defence preparedness.

Myanmar simplifies procedures for obtaining passport

March 18, 2013 at 11:21 AM

Yangon, March 18 (Xinhua-ANI): The Myanmar government has simplified procedures for people to obtain passport for leaving the country, canceling submission of education clearance for the application as part of the efforts in its administration reform, local media reported Monday.

Need some good person at centre: Modi

March 16, 2013 at 11:34 PM

New Delhi, March 16 (IANS) During meetings between them, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh had keenly heard and praised his many ideas on development, but nothing came of them, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi said, adding he was hopeful they would be acted upon "when some good person" comes to the centre.

Competition watchdog to probe petrol price fixing

March 16, 2013 at 8:14 PM

New Delhi, March 16 (IANS) The Competition Commission of India (CCI) said Saturday it would shortly finalise the probe into alleged fixing of petrol prices by cartelisation among oil marketing companies (OMCs).

Isuzu signs MoU to manufacture LCVs and SUVs in Andhra

March 15, 2013 at 5:34 PM

Hyderabad, March 15 (IANS) Japanese automotive major Isuzu Motors Friday announced setting up a manufacturing plant in India to make Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) and Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs)

ONGC to set up gas terminal at Mangalore

March 11, 2013 at 7:55 PM

Mangalore, March 11 (IANS) A consortium led by the state-run Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC) will set up a three million tonnes per annum liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification terminal in this Karnataka port city.

India, Kuwait agree to speed up oil and gas joint ventures

March 11, 2013 at 6:43 PM

New Delhi, March 11 (IANS) India and Kuwait agreed Monday to expedite discussions for finalizing joint venture projects both upstream and downstream in the oil and gas sector.

12,000 homes to come up in Navi Mumbai

March 6, 2013 at 8:11 PM

Mumbai, March 6 (IANS) In an ambitious move, the City & Industrial Corporation of Maharashtra Ltd. (CIDCO) will construct 12,000 affordable houses and tenements for various categories in Navi Mumbai, an official said Wednesday.

Sensex closes more than half a percent up, capital goods stocks gain

March 6, 2013 at 6:03 PM

Mumbai, March 6 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Wednesday rose more than half a percent on back of stellar performance of capital goods, metal and information technology (IT) stocks.

Some delay in delivery of SU-30 jets, says Jitendra Singh

March 4, 2013 at 11:29 PM

New Delhi, March 4 (IANS) There has been some delay in delivery of SU-30 MKI fighter aircraft and other aircraft and helicopters being manufactured by the state-run Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), parliament was told Monday

Sensex ends in red on bearish global sentiment

March 4, 2013 at 7:45 PM

Mumbai, March 4 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Monday fell 40 points on profit booking and weak global sentiment. Metal, capital goods and consumer durables stocks lost the most.

Bihar Police CSBC Constable / Sipahi Recruitment 2012 - 2013: List of rejected candidates

February 28, 2013 at 11:13 AM

Bihar Oolice CSBC has released the list of rejected candidates of Bihar police CSBC Constable / Sipahi Recruitment 2012 - 2013. The applications of those who have submitted more than one application for Sipahi recruitment have been rejected.

Heavy turnout in Meghalaya, six voters reject all candidates (Third Lead)

February 23, 2013 at 4:34 PM

Shillong, Feb 23 (IANS) At least six voters recorded their desire not to vote to mark their dissatisfaction with the candidates as people across Meghalaya defied a shutdown call by an outlawed militant outfit and turned out in large numbers to vote in the assembly polls Saturday.

UPSEE UPTU - SEE 2013 notification released: Online Apply begins from 20 Feb

February 23, 2013 at 3:52 PM

UPSEE UPTU - SEE 2013 notification has been released. This year Gautam Buddh Technical University is entrusted with the task of conducting State Entrance Examination UPSEE.

Chidambaram launches CPC-TDS, says 'it's big boom to taxpayer, Govt.'

February 23, 2013 at 12:10 PM

Ghaziabad, Feb. 23 (ANI): Finance Minister P. Chidambaram, who launched the Centralised Processing Cell for Tax Deducted at Source (CPC-TDS) here on Saturday, said this system is a big boom to the taxpayer and the government.

FM to dedicate Centralized Processing Cell for Tax Deducted at Source tomorrow

February 22, 2013 at 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 22 (ANI): Finance Minister P. Chidambaram will dedicate the Centralized Processing Cell for Tax Deducted at Source, CPC (TDS), to the nation tomorrow.

Sensex closes in red; FMCG, auto stocks lose

February 22, 2013 at 5:30 PM

Mumbai, Feb 22 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets fell for the second straight day Friday with heavy selling in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) and automobile scrips.

HAL to supply 20 Cheetal choppers to Indian Army

February 22, 2013 at 3:54 PM

Bangalore, Feb 22 (IANS) State-run defence behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) Friday said it will supply 20 multirole Cheetal helicopters to the Indian Army at an estimated value of Rs.418 crore.

Strike cripples financial sector, transport across India (Roundup)

February 20, 2013 at 10:16 PM

New Delhi/Mumbai, Feb 20 (IANS) India's financial sector was crippled and transport hit as large parts of the country ground to a halt Wednesday in response to trade unions calling a two-day strike demanding measures to check inflation, ensure jobs and enforce labour laws.

Strike partially affects life in Karnataka

February 20, 2013 at 9:36 PM

Bangalore, Feb 20 (IANS) Normal life was partially affected from dawn-to-dusk across Karnataka Wednesday on the first day of the two-day nationwide strike called by central trade unions.

All-India strike hits financial sector, transport (Evening Lead)

February 20, 2013 at 5:53 PM

New Delhi/Mumbai, Feb 20 (IANS) India's financial sector was crippled and transport hit as large parts of the country ground to a halt Wednesday in response to trade unions calling for a two-day strike to demand concrete measures to check inflation, ensure jobs and enforce labour laws.

Mixed response to shutdown in Karnataka

February 20, 2013 at 12:33 PM

Bangalore, Feb 20 (IANS) The two-day nationwide shutdown called by trade unions began on a mixed note Wednesday across Karnataka amid tight security and heavy deployment of police personnel to maintain law and order.

Britain wants to be your partner of choice: David Cameron

February 19, 2013 at 11:46 AM

British Prime Minister David Cameron, who arrived at Mumbai as part of his three-day state visit to India on Monday, said, "Britain wants to be your partner of choice."...............................

Form Four Results declared: Check result and Score

February 19, 2013 at 10:53 AM

Form Four Results have been declared. With the declaration of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination CSEE those who have sat for the examination are feeling relieved.

Britain seeks to be India's partner of choice: Cameron (Roundup)

February 18, 2013 at 10:25 PM

Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) British Prime Minister David Cameron, who arrived in India's commercial capital Monday at the head of a 100-member delegation, said Britain is looking to be "India's partner of choice" and he is impressed to see India's rise.

India should change old regulations, open up economy for easier business: David Cameron

February 18, 2013 at 9:45 PM

Mumbai, Feb. 18 (ANI): British Prime Minister David Cameron on Monday suggested the Indian Government to open up its economy by changing old rules and regulation to make the business easier.

Sensex closes flat; capital goods, metal stocks rally

February 18, 2013 at 6:17 PM

Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed Monday's trade flat, even as capital goods, metal and realty stocks gained.

Impressed by India's rise, want to be its partner: Cameron

February 18, 2013 at 4:49 PM

Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Stating that Britain is looking to be "India's partner of choice", British Prime Minister David Cameron Monday said he is impressed to see India's rise.

British PM David Cameron arrived today at Mumbai

February 18, 2013 at 12:35 PM

British Prime Minister David Cameron arrived today at Mumbai who is on three-day India's visit. He is scheduled to reach New Delhi in the evening where he will hold delegation level meet to his Indian counterparts Manmohan Singh on Tuesday, official reports said.........................

British PM Cameron arrives on three-day India visit{Update:Cameron)

February 18, 2013 at 12:08 PM

Mumbai, Feb 18 (ANI): British Prime Minister David Cameron arrived in Mumbai on Monday on a three-day India visit.

British PM Cameron to arrive in India today

February 18, 2013 at 10:49 AM

Mumbai, Feb 18 (ANI): British Prime Minister David Cameron will begin a three-day official visit to India from today during which he will hold delegation level talks with Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

Trade with India high on Cameron's agenda

February 17, 2013 at 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Feb 17 (IANS) Trade with India will be high on the agenda of British Prime Minister David Cameron who arrives Monday at the head of a 100-member business delegation.

British PM Cameron to pay official visit to India next week

February 16, 2013 at 2:26 PM

New Delhi, Feb. 16 (ANI): British Prime Minister David Cameron will pay a three-day official visit to India beginning on Monday during which he will hold delegation level talks with Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh.

Over 260,000 Kenyan teachers to go on strike

February 15, 2013 at 12:17 PM

Nairobi, Feb 15 (IANS) Over 260,000 primary and secondary teachers in Kenya vowed Thursday to go on strike starting next week due to non-implementation of the salary agreement their union reached with the government last September.

Now children being banned from economy class too (The Funny Side)

February 15, 2013 at 9:13 AM

Families watch out. The no-kids campaign is spreading to the economy class on planes. From now on, no babies or children are allowed between rows seven and 14 (now renamed 'The Quiet Zone') in economy cabins on AirAsia X routes. Adults who want a seat in that block have to pay an extra US$11.

'Moods' condom manufacturer enters deodorant market

February 14, 2013 at 8:17 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 14 (IANS) Next time you walk into a drug store and say "Moods please!", don't forget to mention whether you want a condom or a deodorant as condom manufacturer HLL (HLL Lifecare Ltd) has entered India's Rs.900 crore deodorant market.

HPCL posts 95 percent drop in Q3 profit

February 12, 2013 at 10:19 PM

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) State oil marketer Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) Tuesday declared a 94.60 percent drop in third quarter net profit to Rs.147.11 crore as compared to Rs.2,725.18 crore for the quarter ended December 2011.

India, France to discuss status of Rafale, Jaitapur deals

February 12, 2013 at 8:35 PM

New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) India and France will discuss the "status" of two big ticket deals under negotiation -- the over $10 billion contract for purchase of 126 Rafale fighter jets and French reactors for the Jaitapur nuclear power plant -- during the visit of French President Francois Hollande.

Hollande's visit message of India's importance to France: Envoy

February 11, 2013 at 7:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) French President Francois Hollande's first visit to India is "clearly a message" of the importance that Paris places in its strategic ties with New Delhi, the country's envoy said Monday.

RiRi and Chris Brown reunite at the Grammys

February 11, 2013 at 12:19 PM

Washington, Feb. 11 (ANI): Rihanna and Chris Brown, who failed to show up at the Grammy awards 4 years back after a notorious battery incident, were spotted sitting together at the music event on Sunday.

Hindustan Motors posts Rs.20.36 crore profit in Q3

February 9, 2013 at 5:39 PM

Kolkata, Feb 9 (IANS) Hindustan Motors Ltd (HML), the maker of iconic Ambassador cars, posted a net profit of Rs.20.36 crore for the quarter ending Dec 31, 2012, the company said Saturday.

Indian Army gets light armed chopper Rudra

February 8, 2013 at 9:15 PM

Bangalore, Feb 8 (IANS) State-run defence behemoth Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) Friday handed over its weaponised light attack helicopter 'Rudra' to the Indian Army at an air show here.

India to use Russian avionics for future fighter: Official

February 6, 2013 at 9:55 PM

Moscow, Feb 6 (IANS/RIA Novosti) India is to equip its Perspective Multirole Fighter (PMF) variant of the Russian T-50 fifth-generation combat aircraft with avionics similar to Russia's version of the plane, a Russian official said Wednesday.

Sensex closes flat, capital goods and bank stocks plummet

February 6, 2013 at 5:56 PM

Mumbai, Feb 6 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed flat in Wednesday's trade as capital goods and bank and public sector undertakings (PSU) stocks plummeted.

IAF eyes private vendors to replace Avro fleet

February 5, 2013 at 10:11 PM

Bangalore, Feb 5 (IANS) For the first time in its service, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will buy transport aircraft from private vendors to replace its ageing Avro fleet, its chief said Tuesday.

Hindustan Zinc to sponsor Krishna Poonia

February 5, 2013 at 7:47 PM

New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Discus thrower Krishna Poonia, the first Indian female athlete to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal, will be sponsored by Vedanta Group company Hindustan Zinc for two years.

India hands over Dornier plane to Seychelles

January 31, 2013 at 8:14 PM

New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) Defence Minister A.K. Antony Thursday handed over a Dornier surveillance aircraft to Seychelles Foreign Minister Jean Paul Adam, describing it as another "milestone" in the defence cooperation between the two countries.

Sensex closes lower; auto, metal stocks fall

January 24, 2013 at 5:06 PM

Mumbai, Jan 24 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets went half a percent down in Thursday's trade as automobile, metal, public sector undertakings (PSUs) stocks closed lower.

Sensex ends flat; automobile, PSU stocks lose

January 23, 2013 at 7:04 PM

Mumbai, Jan 23 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed Wednesday's trade flat, with automobile, public sector undertakings (PSUs) and consumer durables stocks coming under pressure.

Sensex ends 120 points down; consumer durables, capital goods stocks plummet

January 22, 2013 at 6:00 PM

Mumbai, Jan 22 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed 120 points lower in Tuesday's trade as consumer durables, capital goods and bank stocks came under selling pressure.

Sensex at two-year high on partial deregulation of diesel prices

January 18, 2013 at 8:17 PM

Mumbai, Jan 18 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets hit a fresh two-year high rising less than half a percent Friday, a day after the government authorised state-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) to raise diesel prices.

Sensex gains, state-run oil companies shares jump

January 18, 2013 at 5:13 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (ANI): Sensex regained 20,000 points on Friday after a brief slump with gains seen especially in oil sector companies.

Diesel up by 45 paise, petrol down by 25 paise

January 18, 2013 at 1:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) A day after the government allowed state-run companies to raise diesel prices periodically, the price of diesel was Friday hiked by 45 paise per litre excluding state levies, whereas petrol price was cut on an average by 25 paise per litre.

HM to launch new SUVs with Mitsubishi

January 15, 2013 at 1:21 PM

Kolkata, Jan 15 (IANS) Hindustan Motors Limited (HML), the makers of the good old Ambassador car in India, is planning to launch new SUVs next fiscal in collaboration with Mitsubishi Motors Japan, a company official said here.

FDI proposals worth Rs.1,310 crore approved

January 11, 2013 at 6:57 PM

New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) The government has approved 14 proposals of foreign direct investment (FDI) amounting to Rs.1,310.60 crore.

Sensex closes flat; bank, oil and gas stocks fall

January 11, 2013 at 6:01 PM

Mumbai, Jan 11 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed flat Friday ahead of inflation data next week. Banks, oil and gas and metal stocks faced the brunt of selling pressure in cautious trading.

Cabinet approves award of two oil exploration blocks

January 10, 2013 at 4:01 PM

New Delhi, Jan 10 (IANS) The government Thursday approved the award of two oil blocks for exploration under the ninth round of the new exploration licensing policy (NELP-IX).

Implement Lal panel report on IOC fire: Modi

January 8, 2013 at 9:53 PM

New Delhi, Jan 8 (IANS) Within days of the fire at Indian Oil Corporation's (IOC) Hazira terminal, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday questioned the central government over the delay in implementing the M.B. Lal Committee's recommendations to prevent recurrence of such incidents.

Government to disinvest stakes in Oil India, NTPC

January 7, 2013 at 5:51 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) The government will divest 10 percent stake in Oil India in the second fortnight of this month and follow this up by disposing of 9.5 percent holding in NTPC in February, a top finance ministry official said Monday.

Major business ventures exited under Ratan Tata

December 27, 2012 at 1:25 PM

Ratan Tata, chairman of the Tata Group who steps down Friday, also had the uncanny ability to know when to enter a new business and, more importantly, exiting an existing one. List of such deals:

India's oil economy saw baby steps in fuel pricing reforms (2012 in Retrospect)

December 25, 2012 at 12:05 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) A record hike in retail prices of transport fuels and the decision to slash subsidies on cooking gas were the high points of India's oil economy in 2012, as the sector awaited pricing reforms and a new thrust in the production of hydrocarbons to attain energy security.

India, Russia sign arms deals, to fast-track pact on KNPP-III, IV (Roundup)

December 24, 2012 at 8:45 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Reinvigorating their multi-faceted ties, India and Russia Monday signed 10 agreements in diverse areas, including multi-billion dollar weapons deals, and resolved to fast-track negotiations to conclude pact on units III and IV of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant.

India, Russia sign new weapons deals

December 24, 2012 at 8:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) India and Russia Monday bolstered their military ties by signing weapons deals worth at least $3 billion that included pacts for procuring 42 new Su-30 MKI combat aircraft and 71 Mi-17V5 medium-lift military helicopters.

India, Russia sign new weapons deals

December 24, 2012 at 8:29 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) India and Russia Monday bolstered their military ties by signing weapons deals worth at least $3 billion that included pacts for procuring 42 new Su-30 MKI combat aircraft and 71 Mi-17V5 medium-lift military helicopters.

Sensex closes flat; auto, capital goods stocks plummet

December 20, 2012 at 5:09 PM

Mumbai, Dec 20 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets closed 22 points lower Thursday on profit booking. Automobile, capital goods and consumer durables stocks came under selling pressure.

India's longest playing footballer honoured

December 16, 2012 at 12:46 PM

Mumbai, Dec 16 (IANS) One of India's longest playing footballers, now retired, has been given the "Lifetime Achievement Award" for his "valuable contribution" to the game - from 1954 until his retirement in 2008.

Sensex closes 126 points down; consumer durables lose

December 13, 2012 at 6:20 PM

Mumbai, Dec 13 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Thursday closed 126 points down following selling pressure in consumer durables, capital goods and fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) stocks.

Sensex ends flat; capital goods, metal stocks lose

December 12, 2012 at 6:00 PM

Mumbai, Dec 12 (IANS) A benchmark index for Indian equities markets Wednesday closed 31 points lower following selling pressure in capital goods, metals and public sector undertakings (PSU) stocks.

Ukraine president in Bangalore on two-day visit

December 11, 2012 at 10:56 PM

Bangalore, Dec 11 (IANS) Ukraine President Viktor Yanukovych arrived here from New Delhi Tuesday evening on a two-day visit to this tech hub with a large official-cum-business delegation.

Russia delivers three upgraded MiG-29 fighter jets to India

December 11, 2012 at 3:04 PM

Moscow, Dec 11 (IANS/RIA Novosti) The first three MiG-29UPG fighter jets have been delivered to India under a contract to modernize the fleet of MiG-29 aircraft in service with the Indian Air Force (IAF), the MiG aircraft maker said.

FDI not against small shopkeepers, says independent MP

December 6, 2012 at 5:48 PM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) Foreign equity in multi-brand retail is good for the country and would not uproot small shopkeepers, said Rajya Sabha independent member and former chairperson of Hindustan Lever Ashok S. Ganguly.

GMR commercially secured Male Airport contract, but failed to understand politics behind it

December 4, 2012 at 1:56 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (ANI): India-based GMR Infrastructure has claimed that met all commercial criteria required by the Maldives Government to secure the USD 511 million Male International Airport contract, as per documents obtained from sources.

Oil companies resume new subsidised cooking gas connections

December 3, 2012 at 7:56 PM

Mumbai, Dec 3 (IANS) Oil marketing companies have resumed new subsidised cooking gas connections, which had been stopped for some time, in several Indian states, an official said here Monday.

On World Aids Day, Benson dreams of bicycle with gears

December 1, 2012 at 3:07 PM

Kollam (Kerala) Dec 1 (IANS) Benson, 17, is a class 11 student. He is HIV-positive and not quite healthy - and he wishes he could have a geared bicycle.