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Bajaj Group to Invest ₹10,000 Crore in Hospital Chain

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Bajaj Group has announced a major investment of ₹10,000 crore to establish a nationwide chain of hospitals, marking its entry into the Indian healthcare sector. This move aims to enhance healthcare accessibility and contribute to the growing demand for quality medical services in the country. Strategic Vision for Healthcare Expansion The planned investment will […]

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Rupee Rises Above 87 Against USD After RBI Intervention

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

The Indian rupee reclaimed the 87-mark against the U.S. dollar in early trade, supported by aggressive intervention from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The central bank’s actions helped reverse recent losses, bringing temporary relief to the currency amid global economic pressures. RBI’s Intervention and Market Response The rupee had recently faced downward

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Meta Initiates Layoffs Targeting 5% of Workforce

By BPN News Desk February 10, 2025

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has commenced a series of layoffs impacting approximately 5% of its global workforce. This move aligns with CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s strategy to “raise the bar on performance management” by expediting the departure of employees not meeting performance expectations. Implementation of Layoffs The layoffs began on

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RBI Introduces Exclusive Domains to Enhance Digital Payment Security

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2025

In a strategic move to bolster digital payment security and mitigate rising cyber threats, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the introduction of exclusive internet domains for financial institutions. This initiative aims to enhance trust in digital banking and payment services. Addressing Rising Digital Payment Frauds The RBI has expressed significant concern

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Ratan Tata’s Half-Siblings to Oversee His Stake in Tata Group

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2025

The late industrialist Ratan Tata’s half-siblings—Shireen Jejeebhoy, Deanne Jejeebhoy, and Noel Tata—are set to assume control over his stakes in Tata Group companies. This development follows the restructuring of the Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation (RTEF) and the Ratan Tata Endowment Trust (RTET), which have been designated as custodians of his financial

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RBI Governor Highlights Need to Enhance Credit Accessibility

By BPN News Desk February 9, 2025

In a recent address, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasized the central bank’s ongoing commitment to facilitating credit accessibility within the financial system. He acknowledged that while efforts have been made, there remains “room for improvement” in ensuring the ease of credit for businesses and individuals. RBI’s Focus

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Gautam Adani Pledges ₹10,000 Crore for Social Causes at Son’s Wedding

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2025

In a notable act of philanthropy, Gautam Adani, chairman of the Adani Group, has announced a donation of ₹10,000 crore to various social causes, coinciding with the wedding of his younger son, Jeet Adani. This substantial contribution is earmarked for significant infrastructure projects in healthcare, education, and skill development, aiming to provide accessible and

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JSW Group Announces ₹1 Lakh Crore Investment for Mega Steel Plant

By BPN News Desk February 8, 2025

In a significant move to bolster India’s steel production capacity, JSW Group has unveiled plans to invest ₹1 lakh crore in the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra. This substantial investment is directed towards establishing a state-of-the-art steel plant with an annual production capacity of 25 million tonnes. The project is anticipated to be completed over the […]

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Cabinet Set to Approve New Income Tax Bill for Reforms

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2025

The Union Cabinet is set to approve a new Income Tax Bill on February 7, with plans to introduce it in the Lok Sabha during the ongoing Budget session. This bill seeks to replace the existing Income Tax Act of 1961 with a more streamlined and taxpayer-friendly system. Objective of the New Tax Bill The […]

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Arbitrator to Decide on Trustees for Ratan Tata Foundation

By BPN News Desk February 5, 2025

In the absence of explicit written instructions from the late Ratan Tata regarding the appointment of trustees to the Ratan Tata Endowment Foundation (RTEF), stakeholders are considering arbitration to resolve the matter. The proposed arbitrator is expected to be a retired Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, who will determine whether the authority to appoint […]