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30 Jun

Adani Ports Sells 49% Stake in Vizhinjam Port to MSC Group

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Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) Group, through its terminal operator Terminal Investment Limited (TiL), has signed a definitive agreement with Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ) to acquire a 49 per cent stake in Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited (AVPPL) for approximately $1.4 billion. The transaction values the port at $2.85 billion and is regarded by APSEZ as the largest foreign private investment in Indian port infrastructure. The deal remains subject to customary regulatory approvals. APSEZ said the strategic partnership is expected to accelerate the growth of Vizhinjam Port by increasing cargo volumes, strengthening its position as a leading…

30 Jun

WhatsApp Set to Introduce Usernames, Reducing Dependence on Phone Numbers

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WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature that will allow users to connect through unique usernames instead of sharing their phone numbers, marking a significant step toward enhancing privacy on the messaging platform. The feature, which is currently under development, is expected to enable users to create a distinctive username that others can use to find and contact them without revealing their personal mobile number. The move aligns WhatsApp more closely with other messaging services that rely on usernames for user identification while addressing growing concerns about privacy and unwanted access to personal contact information. Once introduced, the feature could…

30 Jun

Hyatt expands Brand Explorer rewards to boost Asia Pacific travel

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Hyatt has expanded its World of Hyatt Brand Explorer Award initiative across the Asia Pacific region, offering members greater incentives to explore its portfolio of hospitality brands while earning complimentary stays. Under the programme, members can receive a Free Night Award at a Category 1–4 Hyatt hotel after staying at five different Hyatt brands, with additional rewards available for every subsequent five unique brands experienced over the lifetime of their membership. The hospitality chain said the initiative covers 36 Hyatt brands globally, including 17 across Asia Pacific, catering to leisure, business and premium travellers. Hyatt's portfolio spans luxury, lifestyle, classic…

29 Jun

HDFC Bank Shares Rise as Brokerages Turn Positive Following Governance Review

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HDFC Bank shares traded higher after leading global brokerages reaffirmed their positive outlook on the private sector lender, citing an independent legal review that eased investor concerns over corporate governance. The review found no evidence supporting allegations raised by former chairman Atanu Chakraborty, a development that analysts believe removes a significant overhang on the stock and strengthens confidence in the bank’s leadership and governance framework. Following the findings, brokerages maintained their ‘Buy’ recommendations and projected meaningful upside, highlighting HDFC Bank’s strong fundamentals, healthy capital position, and consistent earnings potential. Investors welcomed the clarification, pushing the stock higher as expectations grew…

29 Jun

Kolkata Metro expands technology footprint with ABB solutions to boost efficiency and reliability

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Kolkata Metro has strengthened its long-standing partnership with ABB, deploying advanced electrification and motion-control technologies across its expanding transit network to enhance operational efficiency, reliability and passenger safety. The collaboration, which spans more than 25 years, has supported the modernization of India’s first metro railway system. Today, the 72-km Kolkata Metro network operates over 300 train services daily and caters to more than half a million passengers, making it a critical component of the city’s urban transportation infrastructure. ABB has supplied a range of electrification solutions, including low- and medium-voltage gas-insulated switchgear, distribution boards, lightning protection systems and variable frequency…

29 Jun

Tata Motors bags over 3,400 electric commercial vehicle orders

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Tata Motors has secured more than 3,400 orders for electric commercial vehicles (eCVs) across freight, logistics and passenger mobility segments, reinforcing its leadership position in India's rapidly expanding electric mobility market. The orders include around 2,000 small commercial vehicles (SCVs) and pick-ups, nearly 900 trucks and about 500 buses. The vehicles are set to be deployed across a wide range of sectors including e-commerce, logistics, FMCG, FMCD distribution, intra-city mobility, cement, steel, mining, tarmac operations, and inter- and intra-city passenger transportation. The development reflects growing confidence among fleet operators and businesses in the operational viability of electric commercial vehicles and…

29 Jun

Tata Motors to raise commercial vehicle prices by up to 2.5% from July

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Tata Motors has announced a price increase of up to 2.5 per cent across its commercial vehicle portfolio, effective from July 1, 2026, citing rising commodity prices and higher input costs.The company said the price revision is aimed at partially offsetting the impact of increased production expenses. According to Tata Motors, the extent of the hike will vary depending on the model and variant across its commercial vehicle range.The announcement comes at a time when automobile manufacturers are facing sustained pressure from fluctuations in raw material prices and escalating operational costs. Industry observers believe the move reflects broader trends in…

27 Jun

Insurance cover helps Asansol family reduce home loan burden after borrower’s death

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A home loan protection insurance policy helped an Asansol family significantly reduce its outstanding housing loan liability following the death of the borrower, underscoring the role of credit life insurance in financial planning.Kesab Mukherjee, a resident of Jamuria in West Bengal's Asansol region, had availed a home loan from Bank of India’s Asansol branch and opted for Star Union Dai-ichi Life Insurance’s (SUD Life) New Sampoorna Loan Suraksha policy. Following his death due to natural causes on January 25, 2026, the insurer processed and settled an eligible claim of ₹16.14 lakh within 10 days of claim intimation.According to the insurer,…

27 Jun

HCLFoundation invites applications for Edition XII of HCLTech Grant

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HCLFoundation, which drives the corporate social responsibility agenda of global technology company HCLTech in India, announced Edition XII of HCLTech Grant to provide a platform to non-profits in India to create sustainable, community-led change across rural India. A total of ₹24 crore will be provided to NGOs, selected by an esteemed jury, for transformative projects in sustainable rural development across the themes of water, biodiversity, health and education. Four winning NGOs from each category will receive ₹5 crore each, while eight other NGOs will receive ₹50 lakh each for their proposed projects. The last date for submitting applications on www.hclfoundation.org/hcltech-grant…

27 Jun

Persistent Bets on Europe Expansion with Nagarro Acquisition

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Persistent Systems has announced that it will acquire German digital engineering company Nagarro in an all-cash deal valued at approximately €81 per share, marking one of its largest acquisitions to date. The transaction values Nagarro at roughly €1 billion and is expected to significantly strengthen Persistent’s presence across Europe. The offer represents a 140 per cent premium over Nagarro’s closing price on June 25 on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and about a 94 per cent premium to its three-month volume-weighted average price. Persistent has also secured support from Nagarro’s largest shareholder, Lantano Beteiligungen GmbH, which has agreed to tender its…