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Assam is the place to be, Himanta Biswa Sarma at Singapore Road Show
Singapore, February 12: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday addressed over 200 business leaders at the Singapore Roadshow, which was organised in the Southeast Asian city state to promote the 'Advantage Assam 2.0' summit among investors.
Taking steps to implement MoUs signed during 'Rising Rajasthan' summit: CM
Jaipur, Feb 12: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said on Wednesday that the government is taking all necessary steps to implement the MoUs signed during the 'Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit' 2024 in order to realise the goal of making Rajasthan a $350 billion economy.
SIDBI gets $100 mn credit facility from France's AFD for green projects in MSME sector
New Delhi Feb 12: Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and AFD, France have signed a $100 million credit facility agreement to scale up green finance solutions for Indian micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), according to a SIDBI statement issued on Wednesday.
Madhya Pradesh govt sets up high-power committee to oversee Bhopal GIS preparations
Bhopal, Feb 12: The Madhya Pradesh government has constituted a high-level committee to oversee the preparations for the upcoming Global Investment Summit (GIS), which will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 24 in Bhopal, an official said on Wednesday.
Gold ETFs see record Rs 3,751 crore inflow in India in Jan amid global tensions, US tariffs
Mumbai, Feb 12: Gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) witnessed a massive surge in inflows in January, as investors poured Rs 3,751.4 crore into these funds, according to the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) data on Wednesday.
'Future of Innovation' Expo launched at Global Investors' Meet in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Feb 12: The 'Future of Innovation' Expo was launched on Wednesday at the Global Investors Meet here with over 40 global and emerging companies highlighting breakthroughs set to redefine industries.
Bank customers rush to buy gold amid woes over rates, Trump policies
Seoul, Feb 12: Bank customers are rushing to buy gold on dashed hopes for early rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed) and woes over the policies of US President Donald Trump's administration, industry data showed on Wednesday.
Indian companies increasing AI investments, focus on open source and governance: Report
New Delhi, Feb 12: Indian businesses are making significant strides in AI adoption, with 87 per cent of surveyed companies have advanced their AI strategies for 2024 and 76 per cent already seeing positive returns on their investments, a report said on Wednesday.
Mutual fund SIP inflows cross Rs 26,000 crore mark for 2nd month in a row
Mumbai, Feb 12: Monthly systematic investment plan (SIP) contributions stayed above the Rs 26,000 crore mark for the second straight month, as the month of January clocked Rs 26,400 crore SIP investments, compared to Rs 26,459 crore in December, the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) said on Wednesday.
Equity mutual fund inflows in India hold firm at Rs 39,688 crore in Jan: AMFI
Mumbai, Feb 12: Equity mutual funds (MFs) saw net inflows of Rs 39,687.78 crore in January even as the domestic stock market continued its downward trend, according to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) on Wednesday.
Sovereign Wealth Funds & Pension Funds emerge key drivers of capital inflow in India: Report
New Delhi, February 12: The Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) and Pension Funds (PFs) have emerged as critical drivers of capital flow into India says a report named "The Role of Sovereign Wealth and Pension Funds in India's Growth".
PM Modi highlights country's reforms at India-France CEOs forum, invites businesses to invest in India
Paris, February 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged French enterprises to leverage the vast opportunities available in India and collaborate in areas such as technology, innovation, and sustainable development.
CM Mohan Yadav to meet industrialists in Delhi ahead of global investors summit
Bhopal, Feb 12: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will hold one-on-one and roundtable meetings with industrialists at the Taj Hotel in New Delhi on Wednesday as part of the final preparations for the upcoming Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025 in Bhopal.
Firms in 10 major manufacturing sectors to invest $81.8 billion in 2025
Seoul, Feb 12: South Korean companies in 10 key manufacturing sectors, including the semiconductor industry, plan to invest a combined 119 trillion won ($81.8 billion) this year to foster sustainable growth, the industry ministry here said on Wednesday.
Nifty, Sensex continue to slip amid persistent FII outflows; Experts say PM Modi, Trump talks to be watched closely
Mumbai, February 12: The selling spree continued in the Indian stock markets on Wednesday as both indices opened in the red.
Industrialists from the world coming to Bhopal: MP CM Mohan Yadav ahead of Global Investment Summit
Bhopal, February 12: Ahead of the Global Investment Summit, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said that industrialists from the country and the world are coming to Bhopal and Prime Minister Narendra Modi would himself inaugurate this summit.
Already received intent letters of over 1 lakh proposals: Assam Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu ahead of Advantage Assam 2.0
Guwahati, February 12: As preparations intensify for the upcoming Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025, Assam Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu shared key details about the event, which promises to be a game-changer for the state's economy.
MP: Cabinet approves Industrial Promotion Policy 2025 ahead of GIS
Bhopal, February 11: A Cabinet meeting was held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav at state secretariat in Bhopal on Tuesday and approved various policies ahead of upcoming Global Investors Summit (GIS) aiming to transform Madhya Pradesh into a developed state.
Himanta Biswa Sarma meets President of Singapore to deepen Assam-Singapore ties
Singapore, February 11: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met President of Singapore H E Tharman Shanmugaratnam to discuss on Assam's key position in furthering the Indo-Singapore Comprehensive Strategic Partnership as the CM acknowledged Singapore's partnership for the upcoming Advantage Assam 2.0, according to a release.
PM Modi pitches India for investment among French business leaders at Paris CEO Forum (Ld)
Paris, Feb 12: Addressing the 14th India-France CEO Forum in Paris on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India as the preferred global investment destination thanks to the "eco-system of stable and predictable policy" built under his leadership in the last decade. He said that it was the "right time to come to India" for investment.
This is the right time to invest in India: PM Modi at India-France CEO Forum
Paris, Feb 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that this is the right time for businesses to come to India as the country works towards the goal of becoming 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047 while providing a robust business-friendly environment and policy continuity.
'Let us script new chapter of success': Siddaramaiah at Global Investors' Meet
Bengaluru, Feb 11: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah appealed to investors at the Global Investors Meet (GIM) in Bengaluru to partner with the state to script a new chapter of success.
Assam CM meets Singapore's Foreign Affairs Minister, hold discussion on having deeper ties
Guwahati, Feb 11: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday met the Foreign Affairs Minister of Singapore, Vivian Balakrishnan and held discussions on having deeper ties between Assam and Singapore during his two-day visit to the foreign nation.
Union Minister promises Centre's full support for K'taka's growth
Bengaluru, Feb 11: Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday assured that the Central government will extend full support for Karnataka's growth and industrial development, underscoring that the state has the potential to emerge as the leader in industrial growth and GDP in the country.
US chip company Lam Research to invest Rs 10,000 crore in India: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, Feb 11: US-based semiconductor company Lam Research will invest Rs 10,000 crore in India, Union Minister for Railways and Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced on Tuesday.
Centre & K'taka working with true spirit of Team India: Rajnath Singh
Bengaluru, Feb 11: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the prestigious Global Investors' Meet (GIM) in Bengaluru on Tuesday.
FM Sitharaman cites statistics to trash TMC's claims of Centre ignoring Bengal
New Delhi, Feb 11: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday cited details of the large infrastructure projects in the highways, railways and airports sectors and the social welfare scheme undertaken by the Narendra Modi government in West Bengal to refute the claims of the Trinamool Congress that the Centre was discriminating against the state.
Madhya Pradesh: PM Modi to inaugurate 2-day Global Investors Summit on Feb 24, says CM Yadav
Bhopal, February 11: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the upcoming 'Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025' in the state capital later this month and Union Home Minister Amit Shah will attend the closing event.
Bloodbath in India stocks over Trump tariff concerns; Sensex slumps over 1,000 points
New Delhi, February 11: Domestic stock markets saw a bloodbath on Tuesday over Trump tariff concerns and continued outflow of foreign portfolio from India.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets semiconductor industry leaders in Singapore, promotes 'Advantage Assam 2.0'
Singapore, February 11: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held discussions with leaders from the semiconductor industry in Singapore on Tuesday.
Bengaluru remains top choice for MNCs' expansion as global giants strengthen presence
Bengaluru, February 11: Bengaluru, India's Silicon Valley, continues to solidify its reputation as the preferred destination for multinational corporations (MNCs) expanding their footprint in the country.
Piyush Goyal rolls out red carpet for Israeli firms to invest in India
New Delhi, Feb 11: The government on Tuesday invited Israeli companies to invest in India as the rapid growth in the country's "demand potential" offers huge business opportunities.
India offers transparent, comprehensive FDI policy framework for investments: Minister
New Delhi, Feb 11: India is offering a transparent, predictable and comprehensive FDI policy framework for investments and the 'Investment Friendliness Index of States' is set to be launched this year, the government said on Tuesday.
Assam CM meets Singapore President, holds discussion for partnership
Guwahati, Feb 11: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on Tuesday and discussed the state's potential to become a major hub for global investments.
Banks funding data for Private sector projects shows jump in private capex: Kotak Mutual Fund
New Delhi, February 11: Funding for private sector projects has been witnessing significant growth, with bank approvals rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20 per cent since the pre-COVID period. This trend highlights a strong outlook for private capital expenditure (capex), according to a report from Kotak Mutual Fund.
India-Israel talks on bolstering economic times slated for tomorrow
New Delhi, Feb 10: The India-Israel Business Forum and the India-Israel CEO Forum meetings will be held here on Tuesday (February 11) aimed at deepening trade and investment ties between the two countries, according to a Commerce and Industry Ministry statement issued on Monday.
Trump tariff on steel and aluminium hits market hard; Sensex, Nifty close in red
Mumbai, February 10: The Indian stock market ended Monday's session deep in the red, as US President Donald Trump's announcement of a 25 per cent tariff on steel and aluminium imports to the US rattled global investor sentiment.
Decisive mandate for BJP in Delhi a sentimental positive for Indian stock market
New Delhi, Feb 10: The decisive mandate in favour of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi assembly elections would be sentimentally positive for the markets and could act as a trigger to attract foreign institutional investor (FII) flows, a report showed on Monday.
Crime Branch to probe Rs 1,000 crore Kerala CSR scam
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 10: Amid rising complaints from the public about being duped in a massive fake Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) fund scam, estimated to exceed Rs 1,000 crore, Kerala State Police Chief (SPC) Sheikh Darvesh Sahib has handed over the investigation to the Crime Branch.
Gold hits record high of Rs 87,210 per 10g amid global economic uncertainty
New Delhi, February 10: Gold prices in India surged to an all-time high on Monday, with 10 grams of 24K gold reaching Rs87,210, while 1 gram was priced at Rs8,721.