Blog - Page 29 of 49

20 Mar

Uber Enhances Moto Safety with New Features and Safety Kits

MFNewsBrands, Business, Technology, Travel

#uberindia #uberindiasafety With new technology-led safety features and the distribution of 3,000 safety kits across the country Chandigarh: Uber, India’s leading ridesharing company, is ramping up safety for two-wheeler riders and drivers with new technology-led safety features and the distribution of 3,000 safety kits across the country. As part of the first phase, select Uber Moto drivers in Delhi received safety kits comprising helmets, reflective vests, safety stickers, and protective gear today from Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways and Corporate Affairs, Shri Harsh Malhotra. In addition, Uber plans to introduce AI-powered Helmet Selfies for drivers…

19 Mar

NPCI International and Hitpay Partner to Expand UPI Acceptance in Singapore

MFNewsBusiness, Opinions, Technology, Travel

Partnership to strengthen existing UPI merchant acceptance network in Singapore Chandigarh: NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has announced a partnership with HitPay, a Singapore-based full-stack payments infrastructure firm, to expand Unified Payments Interface (UPI) acceptance across Singapore. This partnership will offer Indian travellers the convenience of making QR code-based payments at establishments across tourist attractions, restaurants, retail outlets and more. Over 1.2 million Indian visitors travelled to Singapore in 2024. With this partnership, NIPL aims to provide a familiar payment experience to Indians travelling to Singapore. UPI acceptance will…

19 Mar

Adani Foundation at ACC Kymore supports women in boosting crop yields with rapid soil testing

MFNewsBusiness, Health, Technology

Chandigarh: ACC, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, is driving a transformative initiative in Deori Majhgawan village, Kymore. ACC along with the Adani Foundation, has supported 13 women from the Shakti Peeth Self-Help Group (SHG) in establishing a rapid soil testing initiative, equipping farmers with on-the-spot chemical-free soil testing through the AgroNxt Bhu-Parikshak device. Equipped with this advanced spectrometer-based soil testing device, the women SHG members visit any farmland, collect soil samples, and input them into it. The machine then tallies the soil components with its database across eight parameters and prints out the results…

19 Mar

IIHL Targeting a Valuation of USD 50 billion by 2030: Chairman Ashok Hinduja

MFNewsBrands, Breaking News, Business, Mutual Funds, Shares

Acquisition of Reliance Capital, completing the three-year-long resolution process of the debt-ridden company Chandigarh: IndusInd International Holdings Chairman Ashok Hinduja said that with the acquisition of Reliance Capital, IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL) is targeting a valuation of USD 50 billion by 2030. He announced on Tuesday that the acquisition of Reliance Capital, completing the three-year-long resolution process of the debt-ridden company. IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL) has transferred the bid amount to the escrow account of the lender, and the takeover of the management from the Administrator will happen on Wednesday. Mauritius-based IIHL emerged as the successful suitor with…

19 Mar

PM-KISAN: Rs. 416 Cr. has been recovered from the Ineligible Beneficiaries Across the Country

MFNewsBreaking News, Business, Opinions

Government of India has disbursed over Rs 3.68 lakh Cr. through 19 installments since inception. Instalment-wise details is annexed New Delhi: The #PM-KISAN scheme is a central sector scheme launched in February 2019 by the Hon’ble Prime Minister to supplement the financial needs of cultivable land-holding farmers. Under the scheme, a financial benefit of Rs 6,000/- per year is transferred in three equal instalments, into the Aadhaar seeded bank accounts of farmers through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode. Maintaining absolute transparency in registering and verifying beneficiaries, the Government of India has disbursed over Rs 3.68 lakh Cr. through 19 installments…

19 Mar

Govt approves a new Brownfield Ammonia-Urea Complex Namrup IV Fertilizer Plant with cost of Rs.10,601 Crore

MFNewsBusiness, Opinions, Technology

Cabinet approves setting up of a new Brownfield Ammonia-Urea Complex Namrup IV Fertilizer Plant within the existing premises of Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL), Namrup, Assam New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has today approved the proposal for setting up of a new Brownfield Ammonia-Urea Complex of 12.7 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT) annual capacity of Urea production within the existing premises of Brahmaputra Valley Fertilizer Corporation Limited (BVFCL), Namrup Assam, with an estimated total project cost of Rs.10,601.40 Crore with Debt Equity ratio of 70:30 through a Joint Venture (JV), under the…

19 Mar

Cabinet approves Revised National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD)

MFNewsBusiness, Opinions, Technology

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has today approved the Revised National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD). The Revised NPDD, a Central Sector Scheme, has been enhanced with an additional Rs.1000 crore, bringing the total budget to Rs.2790 crore for the period of the 15th Finance Commission cycle (2021-22 to 2025-26). This initiative focuses on modernizing and expanding dairy infrastructure, ensuring the sector’s sustained growth and productivity. The revised NPDD will give an impetus to the dairy sector by creating infrastructure for milk procurement, processing capacity, and ensuring better quality control. It is intended…

19 Mar

Prime Minister congratulates Crew-9 Astronauts

MFNewsHealth, Opinions, Technology, Travel

Sunita Williams and the Crew9 astronauts have once again shown us what perseverance truly means: PM New Delhi: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Crew-9 astronauts, including Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, as they safely returned to Earth. Shri Modi lauded Crew-9 astronauts’ courage, determination, and contribution to space exploration. Shri Modi said that Space exploration is about pushing the limits of human potential, daring to dream, and having the courage to turn those dreams into reality. Sunita Williams, a trailblazer and an icon, has exemplified this spirit throughout her career. In a message on…

19 Mar

Each of The Demerged Companies Has Potential to Grow into a $100 Billion Company: Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal

MFNewsBusiness, Opinions, Shares

Vedanta’s proposed demerger will create four independent natural resource-focused entities with management structures, capital frameworks, and strategic priorities Chandigarh: Vedanta Ltd. Chairman Anil Agarwal said that he envisions that each of the demerged companies has the potential to grow into a $100 billion company. In a letter to shareholders, Agarwal reaffirmed the company’s commitment to unlocking value and driving India’s natural resources sector. Vedanta’s proposed demerger will create four independent natural resource-focused entities with management structures, capital frameworks, and strategic priorities. Agarwal highlighted the need for pure-play businesses and how the proposed demerger will help Vedanta achieve this. He emphasized…

19 Mar

BMW Group India is the Luxury Mobility partner at VIP Terminal of Bengaluru International Airport

MFNewsBrands, Business, Entertainment, Technology, Travel

VIP guests to be ushered in the first-ever BMW i7 and the all-electric MINI Countryman at Kempegowda International Airport #BMWVIP #BMWBengaluruInternationalAirport Bengaluru: The first-ever BMW i7 and the all-electric MINI Countryman are now official choice for all VIP movements at VIP Terminal, Kempegowda International Airport - Bengaluru. The flagship BMW and MINI cars will now be used by all dignitaries, leading businessmen and eminent personalities transiting through the VIP Terminal of Bengaluru International Airport. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India, said, "At BMW Group India, we are committed to shaping the future of sustainable mobility with innovation, luxury,…