German consumer confidence hits 13-year high: survey

Last Updated: Thursday, February 26, 2015, 13:08

Consumer confidence in Germany is at its highest since late 2001, as rising optimism about the economy and income expectations persuade German shoppers to open their wallets, a poll found on Thursday.

RE-Invest 2015: Michael Bloomberg urges investors to invest in clean energy market

Last Updated: Monday, February 16, 2015, 15:53

The RE-Invest between 15-17 February in New Delhi has been organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

Modi promises more reforms; rolls out red carpet to investors

Last Updated: Saturday, February 14, 2015, 12:49

Modi assured more reforms as he rolled out the red carpet to investors, especially the MNCs, inviting them to make use of the large pool of highly talented youth in the country.

India offers immense opportunities; come invest in India: Modi

Last Updated: Saturday, February 14, 2015, 11:20

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asked investors to come and invest in India stating that the country offers immense opportunities for development.

India signs $8 mn loan agreement with World Bank

Last Updated: Friday, February 13, 2015, 21:18

India Friday signed a loan agreement worth USD 8 million with World Bank for sustainable livelihoods and adaption to climate change.

India needs to grow at 7-8% a year: Sinha

Last Updated: Wednesday, February 4, 2015, 12:48

India needs to grow at 7-8 percent a year to create more job opportunities for young people and double the size of the economy in 10 years, Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha said.

German business confidence hits 6-month high in January

Last Updated: Monday, January 26, 2015, 15:26

German business confidence rose to its highest level in six months in January, as the outlook for Europe`s biggest economy continues to brighten, the Ifo economic institute said Monday.

UN asks India to set target to cut down carbon emissions

Last Updated: Sunday, January 11, 2015, 22:59

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon Sunday asked India to set an ambitious target to cut down carbon emissions, saying it is in a unique position to lead sustainability, energy efficiency and fight against climate change.

Vedanta to invest $6 billion in India in 2-3 years

Last Updated: Friday, January 9, 2015, 12:08

Metals and mining conglomerate Vedanta Resources wants to make fresh investments of over USD 6 billion in India in two-three years and USD 30 billion over a period of time if the investment climate in the country remains positive, its chief Anil Agarwal said on Friday.

Hollande shifts position on Tobin tax, money for environment

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 6, 2015, 02:30

French President Francois Hollande shifted position on Monday on implementing a long-sought financial transactions tax in Europe and said the money should go towards projects aimed at mitigating climate change.

Lok Sabha clears changes to Companies Act to improve business climate

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 17, 2014, 18:11

Piloting the bill, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said the "oppressive provisions" have been removed from the Companies Act 2013 as it was felt "no body will come here to set up business if such an environment persists."

Lok Sabha passes Companies Act amendment Bill

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 17, 2014, 16:12

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday passed the Companies amendment Bill, 2014, which provides for severe punishment for those raising illegal deposits from the public.