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19 Aug 2018
IndiaWalmart completes acquisition of Flipkart, pumps in $2bn
On Saturday, Walmart announced that it had completed its $16bn acquisition deal with Flipkart.
19 Aug 2018
Income Tax Department of India#FinancialBytes: Here's how you can file the I-T return yourself
Every individual, whose total income during a financial year exceeds the maximum income not chargeable to tax, is required to file an income tax return (ITR) as per the Income Tax Act, 1961.
18 Aug 2018
Ram (Random Access Memory)Second flash sale of JioPhone 2 on August 30
In case you've been itching to buy a JioPhone 2, but missed the flash sale on August 16, worry not, there's another one coming.
18 Aug 2018
Elon MuskFollowing Musk's interview, Tesla shares plummet again
There has been a lot of speculation about Tesla's future of late, and on Friday, the company's stocks took a pounding after a lengthy Elon Musk interview raised further questions about the company's future.
18 Aug 2018
Air IndiaUnpaid Air India pilots threaten to stop flight operations
A section of Air India pilots have threatened to stop flight operations if the airline fails to clear their overdue flight allowances immediately.
17 Aug 2018
Income Tax Department of India#FinancialBytes: 4 things to know if you haven't filed ITR
The due date for filing ITRs for this year has been extended by a month, from the earlier deadline of July 31 to August 31.
16 Aug 2018
Maruti SuzukiMaruti Suzuki India hikes prices by up to Rs. 6,100
Country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) today hiked prices of its vehicles by up to Rs. 6,100 (ex-showroom Delhi) to partially offset an increase in commodity and distribution costs and adverse foreign exchange rates.
16 Aug 2018
Google MapsGoogle One launches in US, offers new, cheaper cloud storage
For reasons as yet unknown, Google is rebranding its Google Drive storage plans as Google One, and has introduced newer, cheaper cloud storage plans for its customers, marking the first price cut in its cloud storage service in over four years.
16 Aug 2018
CanadaCorona beer owner invests $4bn in weed; what's the craze?
In what could be the biggest investment in the marijuana industry till date, Corona beer owner Constellation Brands is all set to invest $4bn in Canopy Growth, Canada's largest cannabis producer.
16 Aug 2018
OYO RoomsOYO looking to raise $1bn, valuation might cross $4bn
It seems that budget hotel network OYO Rooms is getting ready for yet another round of funding, and is reportedly looking to raise an amount between $500mn to $1bn.
16 Aug 2018
IndiaFalling Rupee, not a cause of worry: Niti Aayog VC
Niti Aayog Vice-Chairman Rajiv Kumar today said the falling rupee is not a cause of worry as it is getting back to its natural value.
16 Aug 2018
Independence DayRupee continues to fall, hits new-low of 70.32 against USD
The Rupee today slumped 43 paise against the US Dollar to trade at a lifetime low of 70.32 on strong demand for the US currency.
16 Aug 2018
Reliance JioJioPhone 2 flash sale starts at 12pm: All details here
JioPhone 2, the successor to the popular JioPhone, will be available for purchase starting 12pm today, via a flash sale on Jio.com.
15 Aug 2018
TinderTinder founders sue parent companies Match Group, IAC for $2bn
Tinder co-founders Sean Rad and Jonathan Badeen, along with eight other former and current Tinder employees, have sued parent company Match Group, and its holders IAC for a whopping $2bn.
15 Aug 2018
SamsungBelieve it or not, you can now rent a smartphone
After furniture, home appliances, and vehicles, consumer rental website RentoMojo is now offering smartphones on rent.
15 Aug 2018
Ram (Random Access Memory)JioPhone 2 goes on sale from August 16: Details here
JioPhone 2, the successor to the popular JioPhone, will be available for purchase starting tomorrow i.e. August 16 at 12pm via a flash sale on Jio.com.
15 Aug 2018
IndiaJio GigaFiber registrations begin from August 15: All details here
After disrupting the telecom industry, Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance is primed to take on the broadband space in India.
15 Aug 2018
India6 common financial mistakes we make, but should avoid
Each one of us aspires to smartly manage our finances. But, quite often we end up making some extremely common financial mistakes, which can be easily avoided.
14 Aug 2018
IndiaIndia's richest women list: Smitha Crishna tops it
We've heard enough about India's richest people.
14 Aug 2018
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)Your SBI ATM card might stop working after December 31
If you're an SBI ATM card holder, chances are that your ATM card might stop functioning December 31 onwards, if you don't take the requisite action.
14 Aug 2018
India#FinancialBytes: Here's how you can apply for an e-PAN online
If you don't have a Permanent Account Number (PAN), you can now apply for an instant e-PAN online using the Aadhaar-based KYC procedure launched by the Income Tax department.
14 Aug 2018
IndiaRupee fall due to external factors, nothing to worry: Govt
The government today blamed external factors for the rupee's fall to an all-time low against the US Dollar and said there is nothing to worry at this stage.
14 Aug 2018
IndiaIs China printing Indian currency? China hasn't denied it yet
China has yet to deny a report by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) which claimed that China Banknote Printing and Minting Corporation (CBPMC) was printing currency notes for India and several other countries.
14 Aug 2018
IndiaRupee tumbles to lifetime low of 70.09 against US Dollar
Reversing all its early gains, the Rupee today collapsed to a lifetime low of 70.09 against the US Dollar, falling 16 paise amid fears that the Turkish currency crisis, which sent shockwaves through markets, could lead to a global financial meltdown.
14 Aug 2018
XiaomiXiaomi Redmi Y2, Mi TV 4 go on sale today
Xiaomi's camera-centric Redmi Y2 and popular Mi Smart TVs will go on sale today at 12pm.
13 Aug 2018
IndiaJioPhone 2 sales start from August-15: Here's how to buy
JioPhone 2, the recently announced successor to JioPhone, will go on sale in India starting August 15.
13 Aug 2018
Saudi ArabiaLooks like a private Tesla might get Saudi Arabia's backing
Following Elon Musk's announcement of his plans to take Tesla private, Tesla's shares had plummeted owing to no investors backing to the plan.
13 Aug 2018
IndiaNokia 2.1, Nokia 5.1 go on sale in India today
HMD Global's recently launched Nokia 2.1, Nokia 5.1 and Nokia 3.1 (3GB RAM variant), will go on sale today in India.
13 Aug 2018
IndiaMaruti Suzuki Dzire special-edition launched for Rs. 5.56 lakh
Maruti Suzuki has launched a special edition of its popular Dzire compact sedan in India.
12 Aug 2018
IndiaWhat is cyber insurance and why do you need it?
Generally, wherever there is a threat, there's an insurance company working against it.
12 Aug 2018
E-commerceMalls evolving to entertainment-cum-shopping centers as retailers woo away customers
As e-commerce continues to eat into traditional retail including modern trade, shopping malls are remodeling and rearranging themselves as recreation centers offering a "shop entertainment" experience to customers, say industry experts.
12 Aug 2018
Ram (Random Access Memory)Here's how you can book JioPhone 2: A step-by-step guide
First announced at Reliance's 41st AGM last month, the JioPhone 2 will be available for purchase from August 15.
11 Aug 2018
Ministry of Corporate Affairs#FinancialBytes: 10 things to keep in mind while buying house
Buying a house is one of the most significant decisions in a person's life, not only financially but also on a personal front.
11 Aug 2018
Bharti AirtelYou can own Samsung Galaxy Note 9 for Rs. 7,900
Bharti Airtel has announced a scheme wherein Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will be available for a down-payment of Rs. 7,900, as part of a contract.
11 Aug 2018
MicrosoftMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella sells $35mn-worth shares in biggest sale
Microsoft's Indian-origin CEO Satya Nadella has netted over $35 million after selling almost one-third of his common shares in the software giant.
11 Aug 2018
MumbaiBajaj Electricals MD, Anant Bajaj, dies at 41
In a shocking incident, Bajaj Electricals MD, Anant Bajaj died on Friday night. He was just 41. Preliminary reports suggested Mr Bajaj suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in Mumbai.
11 Aug 2018
IndiaiPhone X available with Rs. 10,000 cashback on Paytm Mall
Paytm is hosting the Paytm Mall Freedom Cashback Sale (ends August 15) to commemorate India's 72nd Independence Day.
10 Aug 2018
IndiaSnapchat dysmorphia: Aiming to mirror perfect-selfies, people want plastic surgeries
A phenomenon called 'Snapchat dysmorphia' has troubled doctors all over, as now patients don't want to look like celebrities but their unreal versions.
10 Aug 2018
Income Tax Department of India#FinancialBytes: 4 things to know if you haven't filed ITR
The due date for filing ITRs for this year has been extended by a month, from the earlier deadline of July 31 to August 31.
10 Aug 2018
FacebookFacebook has now learned a "psychological trick" to lure teens
In another revelation about Facebook's growth-at-any-cost approach, an internal Facebook note has revealed that the company has learned a new "psychological trick" to lure more teens into using its platform.
