Business
Cell phone users are not a loyal lot
Study says 30 percent cell phone users will change their service provider for a better offer.
Reform financial sector, says PM
Pension fund system and insurance sector have to be promoted for debt market, says Manmohan.
Markets open positively, turn volatile
The markets opened on a positive note but became volatile. The buying was seen in metal, technology, and banking stocks.
Mkts trading in red: FMCG, metal slip
The markets continued to trade in red as selling pressure remained in metal, FMCG, capital goods, tech and banking stocks.
Apple plans expansion in India
Apple Computers has chalked out a new marketing strategy to expand its footprint in India and is looking for more channel partners.
The streakers will be in town!
The 3 series will debut with the 218 hp 325i in petrol and 163 hp 320D in the diesel version.
Govt not 'divided house' on SEZs: FM
Underplaying the controversy surrounding SEZs, FM said Govt was not a 'divided house' though the policy is being debated.
M&M acquires major stake in German firm
Mahindra & Mahindra announced the acquisition of 67.9 per cent stake in one of the leading forging companies of Germany.
India 43rd most competitive economy
The World Economic Forum releases the list of most competitive economies based on a survey of business leaders.
SEBI sets limits for stock derivatives
The SEBI said that market-wide position limits for single stock futures and options has been modified.
India shines for the wealthy & mighty
As more Indians grow wealthy, they are also becoming more demanding in their tastes, a report said.
Media pack getting set for huge gains
A lot of initiatives related to govt policy and regulations could act as positive triggers for media stocks.
HC to hear Jet-Sahara case next week
In July, the Supreme Court had stayed the arbitration proceedings in the Lucknow district court.
Retail sector on the trot
Industry watcher Technopak predicts the size of modern retail trade will be $60 bn to $75 bn by 2010.
Honda to launch its small car in India
Honda expects sales in India to touch 62,000 units this fiscal against 43,000 in 2005-06.
Govt plans to merge DA to basic for PSUs
The notification for setting up the Sixth Pay Commission for Central Govt employees is also expected soon.