In 1931, a journalist noticed that newspaper ink dried faster than his pen, which led to the invention of the ballpoint penWhile reporting on the latest stories, Hungarian journalist László Bíró found himself frustrated by the black smudges left by traditional f...
BPCL appoints Pushp Kumar Nayar as Human Resources DirectorBharat Petroleum Corporation Limited has appointed Pushp Kumar Nayar as its new director for human resources. Nayar brings over 35 years of...
GP Petroleums Q4 profit rises 8%GP Petroleums reported an 8% year-on-year profit increase in the fourth quarter, driven by improved operating margins despite a revenue dec...
HPCL, Tata Motors partner for used lubricant pilot projectHindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd and Tata Motors have joined forces for a pilot project. This collaboration aims to create an organized ...
India's rising heatwave triggers surge in eye problems; ophthalmologists urge preventative careIndia's extreme heatwaves are causing a surge in severe eye conditions, including dryness, redness, and allergies, as intense UV radiation ...
India-UK healthcare scholarships open for 2026-27 intakeThe Hinduja Foundation has launched its latest round of scholarships for Indian students at King's College London, focusing on healthcare a...
Assam govt aims 20% cut in fuel cost, 10% down in revenue expense as part of austerity measuresAssam government has announced austerity measures to boost fiscal prudence. Fuel expenditure will be cut by 20 per cent. Minister and offic...
Assam austerity drive: Inter-district movement of CAPF/Assam Police to be restrictedAssam government is implementing austerity measures to combat the global energy crisis. New vehicle purchases have been banned for six mont...
Balmer Lawrie shares tumble 6% after board says no to bonus issue, stock split & share buyback proposalsBalmer Lawrie & Company's shares fell over 6% after the board decided against a proposed bonus issue, stock split, and share buyback, citin...
Petrol, diesel price hike may trigger chain reaction across economy, say expertsRising petrol and diesel prices are poised to escalate India's retail inflation, with economists forecasting a significant ripple effect on...
Hinduja family tops UK's rich list under next-gen brothersThe Hinduja family has once again secured the top position as the UK's wealthiest. Sanjay and Dheeraj Hinduja lead the family with an estim...
Aditya Birla group, KKR left in race for Sprng EnergyAditya Birla Group and KKR are vying to buy Shell's renewable energy firm Sprng Energy. Binding financial bids are in, and Shell will negot...
Asia Healthcare Holdings appoints three new independent directorsAsia Healthcare Holdings has appointed three independent directors to its board, effective May 1, 2026. Murali Sivaraman will serve as boar...
LANXESS inks pact with HPCL to sell aviation, industrial lubricants in India, SAARC regionSpeciality chemicals firm LANXESS has signed an agreement with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited HPCL to market aviation and industri...
Need of hour is to use petro products with restraint: PM ModiPrime Minister Narendra Modi called for careful use of petrol, gas, and diesel. He stressed that using imported petro products only as need...
PM Modi rolls out Rs 9,400 crore Telangana package, spotlights textile revolutionPrime Minister Narendra Modi launched infrastructure and industrial projects worth nearly Rs 9,400 crore in Telangana. He inaugurated the P...
PM Modi to inaugurate development projects, address BJP rally in Hyderabad on May 10Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Hyderabad on May 10. He will inaugurate or lay the foundation stone for development projects valued...