ai 'Merger of Budgets a step towards privatisation of Railways' By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Sep 2016 16:20:06 +0530 "The abolition of a separate railway budget is not what it is purported to be. It is a measure towards commercialisation and privatisation of the Indian Railways," CPI(M) Politburo said in a statement. Full Article
ai Uber redBus partner with ixigo for train travellers By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Oct 2016 14:00:34 +0530 ixigo, Indiaâs leading mobile travel marketplace has announced partnerships with Uber and redBus to enable instant bookings for cabs and buses natively within ixigo trains app. Full Article
ai Pixel launch: Is Google Assistant's AI an assault on privacy? By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Oct 2016 12:53:07 +0530 Sure, artificial intelligence can make life simpler by suggesting you places to eat, tell you weather, or even crack a joke. The more you use it, the more it learns about your habits and preferences. The protocols pertaining to artificial intelligence, or the lack of it, make our data less secure and more vulnerable. Full Article
ai Workload in IT to come down due to AI; jobs to reduce: Genpact By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Oct 2016 13:39:13 +0530 But along with that the employment growth rates have started to dip, NV 'Tiger' Tyagarajan says. The percentage addition of employees in India will not be same as past. And due to advancements, a workforce with higher skill sets is required for the IT industry, he says. Full Article
ai BIG STORY | States raise taxes on liquor, petrol and diesel to make up for lost revenue By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 17:07:22 +0530 In this edition of Big Story, Moneycontrol#39;s Sakshi Batra shares her insight on how states are imposing alcohol taxes to generate revenues. Full Article
ai Hyundai EMI Assurance Program Announced: Supports Working Individuals For Car Loan Repayments By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 15:08:50 +0530 Hyundai India has announced a unique ‘EMI Assurance' program due to the Covid-19 pandemic in the country. The new initiative supports working individuals with repayment of car loans in case any employment uncertainty. Full Article
ai BMW India Announces Resumption Of Limited Operations At Chennai Facility By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:19:00 +0530 BMW Group India has announced a start in operations at their Chennai based facility today. Operations have begun in accordance with guidelines issued by local authorities. Production at the facility has started with less than 50 per cent of the company's Full Article
ai Nissan Kicks BS6 Officially Revealed: Here Are All The Details By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 11:25:42 +0530 Nissan India has officially revealed the Kicks BS6 in the Indian market. The upcoming SUV will feature a host of upgrades over the previous-gen BS4 models. The Nissan Kicks BS6 will be offered in four variants, and two engine and transmission options to choose from. Full Article
ai Mahindra Launches ‘Own-Online’ Retail Platform In India: Purchase Your Car Online In Just 4-Steps By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:22:06 +0530 Mahindra has announced the launch of its new 'Own-Online' retail platform. The new online platform from Mahindra promises to be India's most complete, end-to-end, online vehicle ownership solution. Full Article
ai COVID-19 Lockdown: Hyundai Dealerships Register 170 Units Of Sales Since Restart Of Operations By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:31:43 +0530 Hyundai India recently announced that it will be restarting its operations in India from the 6th of May 2020. The company has slowly started to reopen dealerships across India in a phase-wise manner, as per the government's lockdown relaxation guidelines in many parts of the country. Full Article
ai New Skoda Enyaq Electric SUV Teasers Released: Here Are All The Detail Of Skoda’s First EV Model By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 20:58:52 +0530 Skoda Auto has released the first set of teaser images of its electric SUV, the Enyaq iV. The new Skoda Enyaq will be the brand's first full-electric SUV and will be based on Volkswagen's MEB electric vehicle platform. Full Article
ai Hyundai Unique Finance Schemes Announced: Five Ways To Own A New Car By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:44:39 +0530 Hyundai India announces unique finance schemes for new vehicle ownership in the country. The new finance schemes are aimed to offer increased convenience and ease of ownership with new vehicle purchases. Full Article
ai Hyundai BS6 Cars Discount Offers In May: Benefits, Extended Warranty & More By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 12:07:01 +0530 Hyundai India is offering huge discounts and special offers on select models in the brand's lineup. The company is also offering extended warranty and road-side assistance packages with new purchases. Full Article
ai Automobile Component Manufacturers In Green Zone To Restart Operations Soon: Awaiting Approval By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 13:24:56 +0530 The Indian auto industry is slowly working its way to restart operations in India, after being shut down for over 40 days. Automobile companies are currently preparing to resume production in accordance with the government's guidelines for ensuring all safety and social distancing norms are followed. Full Article
ai Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS BS6 Petrol Mileage Figures Revealed: Detailed Comparison To Its Rivals By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:49:05 +0530 The Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS BS6 petrol variant mileage figures have been revealed. The company had updated the petrol engine to achieve BS6 compliance earlier this year, and also added a new turbo-engine to the Grand i10 NIOS BS6. Full Article
ai Hyundai India Resumes Production At Its Chennai Plant: Aims At Manufacturing 13,000 Units This Month By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:59:44 +0530 Hyundai India has announced that they have resumed production operations at their facility in Sriperumbudur, Chennai. The manufacturing facility of Hyundai has been shut since the 23rd of March 2020, amidst COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
ai Car Maintenance Tips During Lockdown: Here Are Some Simple Ways To Keep Your Car In Good Condition By www.drivespark.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 18:41:21 +0530 With the COVID-19 virus causing a pandemic of an unprecedented level across the world, most countries including India have ordered a complete nationwide lockdown. This involves everyone staying at home, socially distancing themselves from everyone else. The central government of India Full Article
ai Coronavirus lockdown: Movies emerge as primary source of entertainment for TV viewers By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 20:40:54 +0530 Film-based content is doing well not only in Hindi Speaking Markets (HSM), but also in southern markets. Full Article
ai Ashok Gehlot reviews functioning of dairy, fishery and animal husbandry dept By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 22:54:06 +0530 He said the state government has given a grant of about Rs 275 crore to the cow shelters which will provide relief to their operators who are suffering due to coronavirus pandemic crisis. Full Article
ai Delhi violence: Court dismisses bail plea of man who pointed gun at policeman By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 07:54:05 +0530 During the hearing held through video conferencing, Special Public Prosecutor, appearing for the police, opposed the bail application saying Pathan was leading the mob and the whole country saw the manner in which he was leading the mob. Full Article
ai First repatriation flight from London takes off for Mumbai By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 18:15:06 +0530 Around 250 Indian students and tourists were seen queuing with their luggage at the airport from early on Saturday as they prepared for the journey home. Full Article
ai Oil, global stocks poised to gain in Asia on economic growth hopes By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 07:26:02 +0530 Futures on major U.S. and Hong Kong stock indexes were up following gains in a global stock index and an oil price surge of as much as 25%. Full Article
ai Natural gas at 3½ month peak, but higher US gas stocks may challenge any sustained gains By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 09:59:13 +0530 US gas stocks stand at 2210 billion cubic feet which is 19.5 percent higher than 5-year average stocks for this time of the year. Full Article
ai Government increasing petrol-diesel prices unfair: Rahul Gandhi By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 13:51:05 +0530 "At this time, instead of reducing prices, the decision of the government to raise prices of petrol and diesel by Rs 10-13 per litre is unfair and should be withdrawn" he said Full Article
ai Oil gains as US inventories grow less than feared while coronavirus slashes demand By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 07:20:05 +0530 Brent crude was up by 12 cents, or 0.4%, to $29.84 a barrel 0044 GMT, after falling earlier in the Asian session and dropping 4% on Wednesday. Full Article
ai Oil gains on hopes that easing of coronavirus curbs will trigger demand boost By www.moneycontrol.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 08:20:02 +0530 Brent crude was up 47 cents, or 1.5%, at $29.33 a barrel by 0121 GMT, having fallen nearly 1% on Thursday. Full Article
ai IMF's Georgieva downbeat on global economic forecast, warns against protectionism By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 08:05:07 +0530 The head of the International Monetary Fund on Friday signaled a possible downward revision of global economic forecasts, and warned the United States and China against rekindling a trade war that could weaken a recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article businessNews
ai Explainer: Fed funds futures market sees negative rates by next April By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 10:02:57 +0530 The fed funds futures market is pricing in negative U.S. interest rates next year, a scenario the Federal Reserve has said it wants to avoid as many doubt that it would be an effective tool to stimulate growth. Full Article businessNews
ai Britain honors World War Two VE Day anniversary By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 20:56:19 +0530 Britons stood in silence and Queen Elizabeth addressed the nation on Friday's 75th anniversary of "Victory in Europe" Day, though the coronavirus dampened commemorations for the end of World War Two on the continent. Lauren Anthony reports. Full Article
ai 'Never give up': Queen praises Britons on Victory in Europe Day By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 03:51:18 +0530 Britain's Queen Elizabeth honored those who died in World War Two on Friday, the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, and used the occasion to say she was proud of how people had responded to the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
ai Mountain biker hard at work from 'home office' during lockdown By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 19:44:20 +0530 With a home office like no other, when Red Bull mountain biker Fabio Wibmer 'works', you can expect an array of insane tricks and stunts to keep his roommates company. Full Article
ai Mountain biker hard at work from 'home office' during lockdown By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:10:18 +0530 With a home office like no other, when Red Bull mountain biker Fabio Wibmer 'works', you can expect an array of insane tricks and stunts to keep his roommates company. Full Article
ai Artist Banksy pays superhero tribute to Britain's NHS staff By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 04:58:18 +0530 A young boy chooses a nurse as the superhero he wants to play with over Batman and Spiderman in a new artwork by Banksy that encapsulates the gratitude Britons have felt toward the country's National Health Service during the coronavirus crisis. Full Article
ai Drive-in Bavarian festival provides Oktoberfest flair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:04:20 +0530 Not to be beaten by the virus, Landshut pub-owner Patrick Schmidt took his tent, rolled up the sides and condensed the annual Bavarian 'Dult' experience, where locals feast and drink on local specialities to their heart's content, into a drive-through culinary delight. Full Article
ai Drive-in Bavarian festival provides Oktoberfest flair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 18:06:18 +0530 Not to be beaten by the virus, Landshut pub-owner Patrick Schmidt took his tent, rolled up the sides and condensed the annual Bavarian 'Dult' experience, where locals feast and drink on local specialities to their heart's content, into a drive-through culinary delight. Full Article
ai Missing for a century, giant Galapagos tortoise is discovered again By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:33:41 +0530 Forrest Galante, a host of 'Extinct or Alive' on the 'Animal Planet,' recounts the locating of the Fernandina Island tortoise that hasn't been heard from since 1906. (Dan Fastenberg reports.) Full Article
ai On AI: Meet your new maths teacher By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 21:35:53 +0530 Whether learning from home or back at school in smaller classrooms, AI platform Blutick could play a valuable role helping parents and teachers with teaching children maths. Full Article
ai On AI: How AI affects human rights By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 22:33:34 +0530 From surveillance to healthcare, artificial intelligence is getting personal. As companies join the AI race, the technology is also raising ethical concerns. Full Article
ai Locked down UK comedians aim for record with virtual pub quiz By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 22:07:18 +0530 Russell Howard, Nish Kumar, Jon Richardson and others help 'landlady' Kiri Pritchard-Mclean host 'The Big Comedy Quiz at The Covid Arms' and break a Guinness World Record. Full Article
ai Mumbai lake turns pink with flamingos By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 22:14:18 +0530 Thousands of pink-plumed flamingos were spotted in a lake in India's western Maharashtra state on Friday. Full Article
ai Reuters Newsmaker full event: Ryanair’s O’Leary on growth, Brexit, the environment and executive pay By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2019 16:42:35 +0530 Ryanair Group CEO Michael O’Leary sits down with Reuters Tim Hepher to discuss challenges including industry-wide consolidation, environmental taxes, Brexit, the grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX and his 5-year, 100 million euro bonus package. Watch here the full event. Full Article
ai Spain's Economy Minister, Nadia Calviño, speaks to Reuters By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 20:35:16 +0530 Minister of Economy, Nadia Calviño, only the second woman to hold the position in Spanish history, speaks to Breakingviews Global Editor Rob Cox as Spain prepares to hold parliamentary elections on Nov. 10 for the second time in a year. Full Article
ai Former PM Blair says Britain is a mess By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:05:05 +0530 Former Prime Minister Tony Blair said on Monday that Britain was in a mess, warning that neither his own Labour Party nor the Conservative Party, led by Prime Minister Boris Johnson, deserved to win a Dec. 12 election. Full Article
ai Tories and Labour 'peddling fantasies', says Blair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:57:19 +0530 Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair argued that the two major UK parties, Conservative and Labour, are 'peddling fantasies' ahead of the upcoming election. Full Article
ai 'No-deal Brexit not off the table' warns Blair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:13:16 +0530 Former British Primer Minister Tony Blair cast doubt on that timetable for Brexit negotiations and said there was still a risk that Britain could exit the EU in a year's time without having struck a deal with its biggest trading partner. Full Article
ai Britain must rebuild 'sensible politics' says Blair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:35:16 +0530 Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair called on the UK to 'rebuild sensible mainstream politics' in the future. Full Article
ai 'Revolutions always end badly' says Blair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:02:42 +0530 Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair said his party was now controlled by its "Marxist-Leninist wing" and that its leader Jeremy Corbyn was promising a revolution, but warned 'revolutions always end badly'. Full Article
ai Don't hold breath for UK-U.S. trade deal - Blair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 17:08:20 +0530 Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair said on Monday that a UK-U.S. trade deal would be very difficult to agree, saying protectionist sentiment worldwide was making trade agreements harder to negotiate. Full Article
ai Reuters Newsmaker: Tony Blair By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Nov 2019 18:51:16 +0530 Tony Blair Reuters Newsmaker event on 'The challenging state of British politics’. Full Article
ai India's plans airlift for 400,000 stranded abroad by virus travel restrictions By feeds.reuters.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 16:38:39 +0530 India will begin flights on Thursday to bring home some 400,000 citizens stranded overseas by travel restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, prompting some worries over the risk that imported infections could fuel contagion in the country. Full Article southAsiaNews