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The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Public Service broadcaster Prasar Bharati to strengthen nationwide investor awareness initiatives through the dissemination of informative scroll messages on Doordarshan across National and Regional channels.

The release stated that the Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand increased 1.4 per cent in April on a seasonally adjusted basis, following gains of 0.7 per cent in March and 0.6 per cent in February. The BLS said the April rise was 'the largest advance since rising 1.7 per cent in March 2022.'

Artificial intelligence (AI) could contribute more than USD 500 billion to India's economy by 2030, according to a joint study by IBM and IndiaAI, which also said businesses increasingly see AI as a key driver of the country's economic growth.

Industry experts on Wednesday stressed the urgent need for India to strengthen raw material security for critical minerals, metals, coal and scrap, saying these resources are essential for achieving the country's manufacturing, infrastructure and clean energy ambitions.

In a statement, Mother Dairy on Wednesday said the revision has been made due to a sustained increase in farmer procurement prices over the past year.

Jewellery traders have reacted to the Centre's decision to raise customs duty on gold and silver from 6 per cent to 15 per cent, saying the move has sharply increased prices and may affect business in the bullion trade.

Bharti Airtel posted a 38.7 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net income before exceptional items to Rs 7,245 crore in the fourth quarter of FY26, driven by strong growth in its India business and robust performance in Africa, according to the company's earnings release.

Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), which markets milk and dairy products under the Amul brand, has increased the price of fresh pouch milk by Rs 2 per litre across major variants and packs across India, effective from May 14.

Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), which markets milk and dairy products under the Amul brand, has increased the price of fresh pouch milk by Rs 2 per litre across major variants and packs across India, effective from May 14.

According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the MoU was signed on April 20 between HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, National Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries Park, Tamil Nadu Limited and Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited for setting up the shipyard in Tamil Nadu.

Energy security is expected to emerge as one of the key focus areas during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the United Arab Emirates, with two important agreements in the areas of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Strategic Petroleum Reserves likely to be concluded, according to sources.

According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the MoU was signed on April 20 between HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, National Shipbuilding & Heavy Industries Park, Tamil Nadu Limited and Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited for setting up the shipyard in Tamil Nadu.

Energy security is expected to emerge as one of the key focus areas during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the United Arab Emirates, with two important agreements in the areas of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Strategic Petroleum Reserves likely to be concluded, according to sources.

New Delhi [India], May 13: Dailoqa, a specialist in agentic AI and data solutions for financial services, today announced the successful deployment of AU Small Finance Bank's first AI-native Loan Origination System, built on the enterprise-grade Broccoli™ platform. The deployment, delivered in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS), marks a significant milestone in AU Small Finance Bank's journey to become a fully AI-native bank.

New Delhi [India], May 13: Dailoqa, a specialist in agentic AI and data solutions for financial services, today announced the successful deployment of AU Small Finance Bank's first AI-native Loan Origination System, built on the enterprise-grade Broccoli™ platform. The deployment, delivered in partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS), marks a significant milestone in AU Small Finance Bank's journey to become a fully AI-native bank.

New Delhi [India], May 13: e-Sprinto, India's fastest-growing electric two-wheeler (E2W) manufacturer, today announced a high-impact partnership with OpsPod, a premier telematics and fleet management Solution provider. This collaboration integrates OpsPod's state of the art Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem into e-Sprinto's rapidly expanding vehicle lineup, setting a new benchmark for data-driven urban mobility.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 13: Arihant Academy, a pioneering institution in the training and education field, has proudly announced the phenomenal success of one of its students, Zeel Bhavesh Dholakiya, who has scored a perfect 100% (500/500) in the SSC Board Examinations 2026.

New Delhi [India], May 13: In recent years, Polycystic Ovary Disorder (PCOD) has emerged as a growing global health concern, impacting millions of women across reproductive age groups. With prevalence steadily rising and expected to cross 100 million cases worldwide, the need for safe, effective, and sustainable solutions has never been more urgent.

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 13: In a step that brings traditional Ayurveda closer to modern clinical validation, Krishna's Herbal & Ayurveda has announced the successful completion of a clinical study on its She Care Juice, designed to support women dealing with PCOD-related concerns.

East Bengaluru has emerged as the city's most active residential market, with developers increasing launches across Whitefield, Gunjur, Budigere Cross and nearby micro-markets amid sustained demand from technology professionals and improving metro connectivity.

East Bengaluru has emerged as the city's most active residential market, with developers increasing launches across Whitefield, Gunjur, Budigere Cross and nearby micro-markets amid sustained demand from technology professionals and improving metro connectivity.

New Delhi [India], May 13: In recent years, Polycystic Ovary Disorder (PCOD) has emerged as a growing global health concern, impacting millions of women across reproductive age groups. With prevalence steadily rising and expected to cross 100 million cases worldwide, the need for safe, effective, and sustainable solutions has never been more urgent.

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 13: In a step that brings traditional Ayurveda closer to modern clinical validation, Krishna's Herbal & Ayurveda has announced the successful completion of a clinical study on its She Care Juice, designed to support women dealing with PCOD-related concerns.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 13: Arihant Academy, a pioneering institution in the training and education field, has proudly announced the phenomenal success of one of its students, Zeel Bhavesh Dholakiya, who has scored a perfect 100% (500/500) in the SSC Board Examinations 2026.

New Delhi [India], May 13: e-Sprinto, India's fastest-growing electric two-wheeler (E2W) manufacturer, today announced a high-impact partnership with OpsPod, a premier telematics and fleet management Solution provider. This collaboration integrates OpsPod's state of the art Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem into e-Sprinto's rapidly expanding vehicle lineup, setting a new benchmark for data-driven urban mobility.