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Billion-dollar Indian Edtech Unicorn Physics Wallah (PW) grows 4x in the UAE Market and eyes further expansion

News Desk 1 05/09/2024

Physics Wallah (PW), India’s leading multinational edtech platform committed to democratizing education globally, has made its first international foray by entering the UAE market through a strategic partnership with Knowledge Planet in 2023. Since then, operating as PW Gulf in the region, the

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Nokia expands its R&D footprint in India

Arnold Pinto 31/08/2024 0

With largest fixed networks lab in Chennai Nokia has unveiled plans to expand its fixed networks Research and Development (R&D) facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The new lab will be the largest within Nokia’s fixed networks division and one of the largest globally. The expansion, facilitated with the support of the Tamil Nadu state […]

Tech

Milestone Systems unveils unique Experience Centre in Melbourne

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Rigorous cybersecurity standards deployed Milestone Systems, a global leader in data-driven video technology software, has inaugurated its new office and interactive Experience Centre (EC) in Mulgrave, Melbourne, Australia. The newly launched EC is a significant upgrade from Milestone’s EC in Australia, which debuted in 2018. The revamped centre boasts an enhanced focus on

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Andromeda extends loan distribution network into the Middle East to cater to NRI financial needs

News Desk 1 09/08/2024

Andromeda Sales & Distribution, India’s premier loan distribution network, is pleased to announce its strategic expansion into the Middle East, a move fuelled by its exceptional domestic performance. The company recorded over 23% growth in loan disbursals, reaching $9,048 million (Rs. 75,397 crore) during the Financial Year 2023-24. This notable growth was primarily

Travel

Akasa Air launches Mumbai-Kuwait City flights from August 23, 2024

News Desk 2 01/08/2024 0

Kuwait is the carrier’s fifth global destination Akasa Air will launch its new direct passenger flights from Mumbai to Kuwait City on August 23, 2024. This will make Kuwait the Indian carrier’s fifth international destination from India. This new daily route underscores Akasa Air’s commitment to expanding its international network and enhancing connectivity between

Aviation

Thales and Garuda Aerospace sign India drone operations pact

News Desk 2 31/07/2024 0

Thales leads in drone integration and UTM systems Thales, a global leader in aerospace technology, and Garuda Aerospace, a prominent Indian drone manufacturer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the safety and efficiency of uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) operations across India. The MoU, which will take effect in August 2024, outlines a […]

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Investopia Global Talks launched in India’s Chennai to strengthen UAE-India economic partnership in new & sustainable economic sectors

News Desk 2 25/07/2024

A new version of ‘Investopia Global Talks’ was launched in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, with an aim to strengthen the economic partnership between the UAE and the Republic of India in new and sustainable economic sectors, especially in logistics, advanced industries, entrepreneurship, SMEs, environment and investment. The event was organized by Investopia in cooperation

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Eton Solutions Launches AtlasFive® for Family Office Wealth Management in India; Onboards Catamaran as its Launch Customer

News Desk 2 12/07/2024

Eton Solutions, a global leader in cloud-based services for family offices of the future, is launching AtlasFive®, its renowned ERP platform for family offices in India. Eton Solutions also announced the family office of Infosys’ founder, Narayana Murthy, Catamaran, as its launch customer. This underscores its commitment to offering a comprehensive, innovative and

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India’s Largest Crypto Exchange CoinDCX AcquiresMENA Region’s Crypto Leader BitOasis

News Desk 2 03/07/2024

CoinDCX, the largest crypto exchange in India, proudly announces the acquisition of BitOasis, the Middle East and North Africa’s leading virtual assets trading platform boasting the highest trading volume in Emirati Dirhams. CoinDCX had previously made a strategic investment in BitOasis in August 2023.  The two market leaders joining forces marks a first-of-its-kind,

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Rimini Street India Places Top 20th in Nation as India’s Great Mid-Size Workplaces 2024

News Desk 2 27/06/2024

Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support, products and services, the leading third-party support provider for Oracle and SAP software, and a Salesforce and AWS partner, today announced that Rimini Street India has placed in the Top 20th ranking for India’s Great Mid-Size Workplaces 2024, a recognition

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Alpen Capital Report highlights investment opportunities amid strengthening investment ties between GCC and India

News Desk 2 22/05/2024

The UAE-based investment banking advisory firm, Alpen Capital, announced the publication of its research report titled “GCC-India Corridor – Investment Opportunities”. This report provides an analysis of the investment flows between the GCC and India. It assesses the competitiveness of both regions and identifies key sectors for potential cooperation and investment.

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B2B Incredible India Business Networking Event in Dubai Establishes Strong Business Ties with GCC Buyers

News Desk 2 14/05/2024

In a collaborative effort supported by The Ministry of Tourism (MOT), Government of India, The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) and VFS Global successfully hosted a B2B Incredible India Evening – “Fostering Partnerships and Connections” on 8th May 2024 at Taj Dubai. This exclusive event brought together key industry professionals to foster partnerships

Aviation Markets

Indigo Orders 30 Airbus A350-900 Aircraft

News Desk 2 11/05/2024 0

In Keeping With Long-Haul Ambitions In a significant move to increase its international presence, IndiGo, India’s largest airline, has finalised a firm order for 30 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. This strategic acquisition underscores IndiGo’s determination to expand its global footprint. It presents a significant opportunity to enhance its operational efficiency

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ICICI Bank enables NRI customers to use international mobile number to make UPI payments in India

News Desk 2 06/05/2024

ICICI Bank today announced that it has enabled NRI customers to use their international mobile number to make UPI payments instantly in India, thereby significantly enhancing their convenience of making everyday payments. With this facility, the NRI customers of the Bank can make payments for their utility bills, merchant and e-commerce transactions with their

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NPCI International Partners with Bank of Namibia for Deploying India’s UPI Stack in Namibia

News Desk 2 03/05/2024

NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has signed an agreement with the Bank of Namibia (BoN) to support them in developing an instant payment system like Unified Payment Interface (UPI) for Namibia. This collaboration marks a strategic leap towards strengthening Namibia’s financial

Tech

XMachines Features On Shark Tank India

News Desk 2 02/05/2024 0

ICRISAT Celebrates Success Of Agriculture Entity XMachines, a robotics and AI company nurtured at the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT), has achieved a significant milestone by showcasing its cutting-edge technology on Shark Tank India. The company’s innovative approach to agriculture, supported by ICRISAT’s incubation

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Marking The Gold: RITES completes glorious 50 years

News Desk 2 30/04/2024

RITES Limited, a leading engineering consultancy firm in India, celebrated its milestone 50th anniversary on Friday. The month-long Foundation Day celebrations, ‘Marking The Gold’, that were carried across worksites culminated with a cultural evening at Shikhar, RITES’ Corporate Office, Gurugram. On the occasion, Chairman & Management Director Mr. Rahul Mithal launched

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The Animal Care Organization (TACO) Celebrates Two Years of Pioneering Animal Welfare in India

News Desk 2 22/04/2024

The Animal Care Organization (TACO) marked a significant milestone today, celebrating two years of unwavering dedication towards animal welfare across India.  Established in 2022 by the Anil Agarwal Foundation (AAF), Vedanta Ltd’s social impact arm, TACO operates on six core pillars: shelter, hospital, academy, wildlife conservation, disaster relief efforts and

Automotive Markets

India’s EV Sales Projected To Rise 66% In 2024

Arnold Pinto 14/04/2024 0

Country’s Sales Nearly Doubled In 2023 India witnessed nearly doubling electric vehicle (EV) sales in 2023, propelled by high fuel prices, heightened consumer interest, governmental initiatives, infrastructural advancements, and growing environmental concerns. According to Counterpoint Research, a leading global research firm, projections for 2024 indicate a staggering 66%

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Akasa Air – India’s fastest-growing airline, commences operations from Doha’s Hamad International Airport

News Desk 1 31/03/2024

Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, commenced operations from Doha, connecting it with Mumbai, with four non-stop flights a week.The inaugural flight on 28th March 2024 departed Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai at 1745hrs IST and arrived at Hamad International Airport in Doha at 1940hrs AST. According to Qatar’s National Tourism