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BIS Cracks Down on Uncertified Products in E-Commerce: 142 Violations Found in FY 2024–25

BIS Cracks Down on Uncertified Products in E-Commerce: 142 Violations Found in FY 2024–25

#BIS #EcommerceCompliance #ConsumerSafety #IndianStandards #Amazon #Instakart #Blinkit #ProductCertification #QuickCommerce #OnlineShoppingIndia #DigitalCompliance #WarehouseRaids Search and Seizure Operations Conducted Across 22 Warehouses in 12 States/UTs Including Amazon, Instakart, and Blinkit New Delhi: In a significant move to uphold product safety and quality standards in the fast-growing e-commerce sector, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has uncovered 142 uncertified products being sold through major online platforms during its market surveillance for FY 2024–25. The results of this extensive operation, which involved 344 samples, reveal widespread non-compliance with mandatory BIS certification norms, triggering nationwide enforcement action. The surveillance was carried out across products sold…
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RuPay Joins Hands with BookMyShow to Power India’s Booming Live Entertainment Scene

RuPay Joins Hands with BookMyShow to Power India’s Booming Live Entertainment Scene

#RuPay #BookMyShow #LiveEntertainment #DigitalPayments #Sunburn2025 #LollapaloozaIndia2026 #Bandland2026 #RuPayExperiences #SeamlessPayments #IndiaEvents Year-long strategic alliance brings exclusive access, seamless payments, and immersive experiences for RuPay cardholders Chandigarh — In a bold move blending culture and commerce, RuPay, the indigenous global card payment network developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has announced a year-long strategic partnership with BookMyShow, India’s leading entertainment platform and ticketing giant. The collaboration is set to reshape how Indians experience live entertainment, integrating seamless digital payments with premium access to the nation’s top festivals, concerts, and on-ground events. This initiative comes at a time when India’s live…
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U.S. Reimposes 25% Tariffs on Select Indian Imports Amidst Trade Tensions

U.S. Reimposes 25% Tariffs on Select Indian Imports Amidst Trade Tensions

#USTariffs #IndiaUSRelations #TradeTensions #IndoUSTrade #ExportImpact #TradeWar #GlobalEconomy #IndianExports #SteelTariffs #WTO Washington D.C.: In a move that signals renewed trade friction between two of the world’s largest democracies, the United States has reinstated 25% tariffs on select imports from India, citing persistent trade imbalances, lack of reciprocal market access, and alleged unfair trade practices. The decision, confirmed by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), is expected to impact key Indian export sectors including steel, aluminum, textiles, and some automotive components. This development comes after months of quiet negotiations that failed to bridge growing concerns on both sides. The tariffs will…
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Gro Digital Platforms and IDFC FIRST Bank Partner to Launch FASTag Services, Transforming Fleet Operations in India

Gro Digital Platforms and IDFC FIRST Bank Partner to Launch FASTag Services, Transforming Fleet Operations in India

#GroDigitalPlatforms #IDFCFIRSTBank #FASTag #SadakKaSaathi #FleetOperations #SmartMobility #AshokLeyland #HindujaGroup Chandigarh: In a significant development aimed at revolutionizing India's commercial vehicle ecosystem, Gro Digital Platforms — a joint venture between Ashok Leyland and Hinduja Leyland Finance — has partnered with IDFC FIRST Bank to introduce FASTag services for fleet owners and transport operators across the country. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), is expected to provide seamless, end-to-end digital toll payment solutions, improving operational efficiency, transparency, and convenience for fleet operators nationwide. Enabling a Digitally Connected Logistics Ecosystem Gro Digital Platforms has been at the forefront of digitizing logistics…
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Uno Minda Reports Robust Q1 FY26 Results with 18% Revenue Growth; PAT Surges 46% YoY

Uno Minda Reports Robust Q1 FY26 Results with 18% Revenue Growth; PAT Surges 46% YoY

#UnoMinda #AutoComponents #Q1Results #EVComponents #ADAS #AutomotiveInnovation #EBITDA #PATGrowth Gurugram – Uno Minda Limited, a global leader in automotive components and systems, delivered strong financial results for the first quarter of the financial year 2025-26 (Q1 FY26), reflecting continued momentum across both traditional and emerging business segments. The company reported consolidated revenue of ₹4,489 crore, marking an 18% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to ₹3,818 crore in Q1 FY25. This solid performance was driven by increased demand across Uno Minda’s core product lines including switches, lighting systems, alloy wheels, and seating systems, coupled with growth in newer, technology-driven segments such as sensors,…
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ईपीएफओ के नए नियम: यूएएन जनरेशन के लिए अब उमंग ऐप पर अनिवार्य हुआ आधार-आधारित फेस ऑथेंटिकेशन

ईपीएफओ के नए नियम: यूएएन जनरेशन के लिए अब उमंग ऐप पर अनिवार्य हुआ आधार-आधारित फेस ऑथेंटिकेशन

#EPFO #UAN #UMANGApp #AadhaarFaceAuthentication #FAT #DigitalIndia #EPFUpdate #FaceRDApp #EPFOIndia #KYCUpdate नई दिल्ली – कर्मचारी भविष्य निधि संगठन (EPFO) ने अपने यूनिवर्सल अकाउंट नंबर (UAN) जनरेशन और एक्टिवेशन प्रक्रिया में एक महत्वपूर्ण बदलाव किया है। अब उमंग (UMANG) ऐप के माध्यम से यूएएन जनरेट करने और एक्टिवेट करने के लिए आधार आधारित फेस ऑथेंटिकेशन तकनीक (FAT) अनिवार्य कर दी गई है। यह कदम कागज रहित, सटीक और प्रमाणिक प्रक्रिया को बढ़ावा देने के उद्देश्य से उठाया गया है, ताकि आधार से जुड़ी बायोमेट्रिक पहचान के माध्यम से यूएएन का आवंटन तेज और त्रुटिरहित हो सके। क्या बदल गया है? EPFO द्वारा जारी…
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Axis Bank Launches Industry-First ‘Lock FD’ Feature to Combat Digital Banking Frauds

Axis Bank Launches Industry-First ‘Lock FD’ Feature to Combat Digital Banking Frauds

#AxisBank #LockFD #DigitalBankingSecurity #FixedDeposit #CyberFraudProtection #SecureBanking #FDProtection #BankingInnovation #FinancialSecurity #DigitalIndia Chandigarh – In a move aimed at enhancing customer protection and trust in the digital age, Axis Bank, one of India’s leading private sector banks, has announced the launch of an innovative and industry-first feature – ‘Lock FD’. This new security mechanism is designed to protect term deposits (Fixed Deposits or FDs) from being prematurely closed through online platforms, thereby reducing the risk of cyber frauds and unauthorized withdrawals. What is the ‘Lock FD’ Feature? The ‘Lock FD’ feature gives Axis Bank customers the ability to restrict the premature closure of…
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Quant Mutual Fund Receives SEBI Approval to Launch India’s First Specialised Investment Fund

Quant Mutual Fund Receives SEBI Approval to Launch India’s First Specialised Investment Fund

#QuantMutualFund #SIFIndia #SpecialisedInvestmentFund #SEBIApproval #qsifEquityLongShort #AlternativeInvesting #HedgeFundIndia #MarketInnovation #LongShortStrategy Chandigarh — In a landmark move for the Indian investment ecosystem, Quant Mutual Fund has received the green light from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to launch the country's first Specialised Investment Fund (SIF). This regulatory nod marks the beginning of a new era in Indian asset management, catering specifically to high-risk-tolerant and market-savvy investors seeking more sophisticated strategies than what conventional mutual funds offer. The upcoming product, titled ‘qsif Equity Long-Short Fund’, is slated for launch by August 2025, making Quant MF the pioneer in tapping into this…
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जियो-ब्लैकरॉक ने लॉन्च किए पांच नए इंडेक्स फंड; निवेशकों को डिजिटल निवेश को मिलेगा नया बढ़ावा

जियो-ब्लैकरॉक ने लॉन्च किए पांच नए इंडेक्स फंड; निवेशकों को डिजिटल निवेश को मिलेगा नया बढ़ावा

#जियोब्लैकरॉक #इंडेक्सफंड #निफ्टी50 #निफ्टीमिडकैप150 #जियॉफाइनेंस #म्यूचुअलफंड #NFO2025 #डिजिटलनिवेश #ब्लैकरॉकइंडिया #सेबी #रिटेलनिवेशक #SIP #इक्विटीमार्केट #डेटफंड #फायनेंशियललिटरेसी मुंबई — भारत में म्यूचुअल फंड उद्योग को डिजिटल रूप से और अधिक सशक्त बनाने की दिशा में एक और बड़ा कदम उठाते हुए, जियो-ब्लैकरॉक एसेट मैनेजमेंट प्राइवेट लिमिटेड ने पांच नए इंडेक्स फंड लॉन्च किए हैं। ये फंड न्यू फंड ऑफरिंग (NFO) के तहत पेश किए गए हैं, जो 5 अगस्त से 12 अगस्त 2025 तक निवेशकों के लिए खुले रहेंगे। लॉन्च किए गए फंड निम्नलिखित हैं: जियोब्लैकरॉक निफ्टी 50 इंडेक्स फंड जियोब्लैकरॉक निफ्टी नेक्स्ट 50 इंडेक्स फंड जियोब्लैकरॉक निफ्टी मिडकैप 150 इंडेक्स फंड जियोब्लैकरॉक…
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NFO: Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund Launches Gold ETF Fund of Fund to Democratize Gold Investing

NFO: Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund Launches Gold ETF Fund of Fund to Democratize Gold Investing

#BarodaBNPParibasMF #GoldETF #FundOfFund #GoldInvestment #MutualFundIndia #SIPInGold #SafeHaven #SmartInvesting #RetailInvestors #GoldPrices #GoldReturns Mumbai — In a move aimed at making gold investment more accessible and affordable to everyday investors, Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund has announced the launch of its Gold ETF Fund of Fund (FoF). The New Fund Offer (NFO) is currently open for subscription and will close on August 14, 2025. The newly launched scheme is designed to provide retail investors an easy and cost-effective route to invest in gold, without the challenges of physical ownership. It achieves this by investing primarily in units of the Baroda BNP Paribas Gold…
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