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17 Apr

Škoda Auto India follows successful launch of Kylaq with the all-new Škoda Kodiaq at the top of the range

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#ŠkodaAutoIndiaKylaq Second-gen 4x4 SUV enters India with luxury and sportiness in equal measure Chandigarh: After the successful launch of the Škoda Kylaq range, Škoda Auto India is now announcing a new car at the other end of the spectrum - with the launch of the all-new generation of its luxury 4x4 SUV, the Kodiaq. Into its second generation in India and internationally, the brand-new Kodiaq arrives in India with its signature blend of luxury, refinement, off-road ability, on-road dynamics and seven-seat versatility. Petr Janeba, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India shares, “In March, we recorded our biggest ever monthly sales in…

17 Apr

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Profit After Tax grows by 39.6% to ₹ 1,189 crore in FY2025

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#ICICIPruLifeGrowsby39.6% Final dividend of ₹ 0.85 per share declared Chandigarh: ICICI Prudential Life Insurance registered a strong growth of 39.6% in its Profit After Tax (PAT) to 1,189 crore for FY2025. The Value of New Business (VNB), which represents the present value of future profits, stood at 2,370 crore with a VNB margin of 22.8% in FY2025. The total Annualised Premium Equivalent (APE) grew by 15% year-on-year to 10,407 crore in FY2025. Retail protection business APE grew by 25.1% year-on-year to 598 crore in FY2025. Annuity business grew at a two-year CAGR of 31.4% in FY2025. The Company’s retail New…

17 Apr

India’s Retail Inflation Hits Six-Year Low and Drops to 4.6%

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#IndiaRetailInflationSixYearLow 2024-25 Retail Inflation Drops to 4.6%, March Sees YoY Dip to 3.34% New Delhi: Retail inflation in India, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which reflects the cost of everyday goods and services, fell to a remarkable 4.6% in the fiscal year 2024-25, the lowest since 2018-19. This milestone highlights the effectiveness of the Reserve Bank of India’s pro-growth monetary policy, which has successfully balanced economic expansion with price stability. Notably, the year-on-year inflation rate for March 2025 dropped to 3.34%, a decline of 27 basis points from February 2025, marking the lowest monthly inflation rate since…

17 Apr

Department of Pensions and Pensioners’ Welfare conducts review meeting on NPS Oversight Mechanism

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#NPSOversightMechanism Ministries/Departments to ensure welfare of NPS employees through National Pension System Oversight Mechanism New Delhi: Department of Pensions and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) is committed towards the welfare of Central Government pensioners including those covered under National Pension System (NPS). In this regard, third review meeting on the status of setting up of NPS Oversight Mechanism was held under the Chairmanship of Shri V. Srinivas, Secretary (Pension) on 16.04.2025 with the Financial Advisor and the Nodal officers of 11 Ministries/Departments. Representative of M/s Protean have also attended the meeting. In the meeting, Secretary (Pension) reviewed and emphasized upon timely credit…

16 Apr

Exports during FY 2024-25 is estimated to grow by 5.50% at $820.93 Billion, $778.13 Billion in 2023-24

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Drugs & Pharmaceuticals exports increased by 9.39% from US$ 27.85 Billion in FY 2023-24 (April-March) to US$ 30.47 Billion in FY 2024-25 (April-March) New Delhi: India’s total exports (Merchandise and Services combined) for March 2025* is estimated at US$ 73.61 Billion, registering a positive growth of 2.65 percent vis-à-vis March 2024. Total imports (Merchandise and Services combined) for March 2025* is estimated at US$ 77.23 Billion, registering a positive growth of 4.90 percent vis-à-vis March 2024. Table 1: Trade during March 2025* March 2025 (US$ Billion) March 2024 (US$ Billion) Merchandise Exports 41.97 41.69 Imports 63.51 57.03 Services*…

16 Apr

Over 1.3 Crore Persons Insured through GeM in FY 2024-25

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GeM facilitates hiring of 1 million people in FY 2024-25 New Delhi: Government e Marketplace (GeM), India's largest e-marketplace for public procurement, sets yet another milestone in services delivery in the FY 24-25. Apart from facilitating hiring of 1 million manpower resources in FY 24-25, GeM has successfully facilitated insurance of more than 1.3 crore individuals covering Health, Life and Personal Accident Insurance policies. The Insurance Services category was introduced on GeM in January 2022 to bring greater efficiency, transparency and cost-effectiveness in procuring insurance policies. By ensuring that only Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) -approved service…

16 Apr

Transforming the Luxury Experience, BMW Group India expands Retail.NEXT in Delhi NCR

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#BMWIndiaRetail.NEXT Retail.NEXT - : modern architecture, appealing design and engaging digitalisation. New Delhi: BMW Group India has expanded its Retail.NEXT footprint in India with Deutsche Motoren and Infinity Cars in Delhi NCR. The company aims to create a future-forward retail space that not only showcases its vehicles but also embodies the brand’s commitment to luxury, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India said, "BMW Group India is redefining modern retail by placing the customer at the heart of digitally empowered, design forward experience that reflects the true essence of its brands. Retail.NEXT is transforming…

16 Apr

Jupiter International Limited secures ₹500 Crore investment from ValueQuest SCALE Fund

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#Jupiter₹500CrValueQuestSCALE Funds for its affiliates to accelerate solar manufacturing expansion Chandigarh: Jupiter International Limited (“Jupiter International” / “Company”), a manufacturer of photovoltaic solar cells and a provider of comprehensive solar power solutions, has announced today that it has secured a ₹500 crore investment from ValueQuest SCALE Fund and its affiliates. This marks ValueQuest’s retaining second investment, reinforcing its confidence in Jupiter International’s growth and expansion in the solar energy sector. The Company currently operates at a 1 GW facility in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh and plans to increase the total capacity to 5.6 GW solar cells and 2.4 GW solar modules.…

16 Apr

Godrej leads the way in trust and reliability with BIS and ISO certified security Safes

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#GodrejBISISO ~Blending trust, technology, and compliance to create a secure and more informed marketplace~ Chandigarh: The Godrej Enterprises Group's Security Solutions Business continues to empower customers with certified, superior security solutions, demonstrating its unwavering dedication to consumer awareness. As security needs evolve, trust and reliability have become more important than ever. Certified products not only protect consumers but also strengthen confidence in the security solutions they rely on. By adhering to stringent certification standards such as BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) and ISO, the brand continues to set industry benchmarks, enabling consumers to make informed decisions with assurance. Mr. Pushkar…

16 Apr

Axis Mutual Fund joins ONDC Network to Expand Access to Mutual Fund Investments

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#AxisMutualFundONDCNetwork Chandigarh: Axis Mutual Fund, one of India's leading asset management companies, has now joined Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) Network to facilitate transactions in Axis Mutual Fund Schemes through this network. ONDC is an initiative by DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce aimed at democratising digital commerce by establishing an interoperable open network for digital transactions.. This integration marks a significant step toward making mutual fund investments in its schemes more accessible, affordable, and inclusive, particularly for investors of Axis MF in underserved markets. By integrating with this open network, Axis Mutual Fund aims to empower its investors—to easily access…