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11.01 / 10:43

markets Waters Strategy Sustainability Metro Experts innovations Efforts on to replicate water metro in 18 locations nationwide: KMRL

Kochi Water Metro, efforts are on to replicate the eco-friendly and innovative water transport model in 18 locations nationwide, Kochi Metro Rail Ltd said. KMRL, which operates and maintains the water metro, said that the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has assigned it the task of conducting a feasibility study to assess the potential for similar water metro systems in diverse regions. «With the recent approval of its Board of Directors to form a consultancy wing, KMRL has formed an in-house committee to lead the initial work. If needed, external experts will be brought in to strengthen the process,» it said in a release on Saturday. This new initiative is a proud recognition for Kerala, KMRL innovation and expertise, it added.

11.01 / 10:43

security Sustainability WhatsApp evacuation NLC India arm and APDCL to develop 1000 MW solar projects in Assam

NLC India Ltd on Saturday said its renewables arm has entered into a joint venture pact with Assam Power Distribution Company Ltd (APDCL) for developing 1000 MW solar power projects in Assam. The pact has been signed between NLC India Renewables Ltd (NIRL) and APDCL, a company statement said. While NIRL will have 51 per cent stake in the JV, APDCL will have 49 per cent. As per the pact, NIRL will bring its expertise in renewable energy project development and APDCL will facilitate land acquisition, regulatory approvals, and power evacuation infrastructure. Power purchase pacts will be signed with Assam discoms for the sale of 100 per cent of the generated power for 25 years.

11.01 / 00:31

markets UPS Citi Manufacturing Sustainability show reports Domestic office market surges as India becomes hub for global occupiers

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. India’s commercial real estate skyrocketed last year primarily on the back of swelling demand from global firms scouring the country for office spaces, according to reports by top property consultants.

10.01 / 14:21

Sustainability Continental stars Square Mile suspends Ninety One and RGI fund ratings amid merger vote and manager departure

In its Ratings Round-Up for December, Square Mile analysts argued that Ninety One UK Sustainable Equity is highly likely to be rolled over into the Ninety One Global Sustainable Equity fund. For this reason, the team has decided to suspend its ‘Responsible A' rating pending the vote outcome. «Should the merger gain approval, the fund will be removed from the Academy of Funds,» Square Mile stated. GAM Star Continental European Equity fund stripped of Square Mile rating amid Niall Gallagher departure Shareholders have until 13 January to cast their vote for the merger proposal, wi...

10.01 / 14:21

markets Provident Sustainability gatherings Popularity of SDR 'Sustainability Focus' grows as two Aegon AM funds adopt label

The label will be applied to the Aegon Sustainable Diversified Growth and Aegon Sustainable Equity funds from the end of March 2025. Miranda Beacham, head of responsible investment at Aegon Asset Management UK, said: «We are very pleased to see SDR is gathering momentum in providing greater clarity and confidence in the market for our clients and look forward to adopting the new labels for our funds.» Aegon AM's Miranda Beacham: FCA should create SDR label for ethical funds The firm clarified, however, that its Ethical Equity, Ethical Corporate Bond, and Ethical Cautious Managed fu...

10.01 / 11:39

markets COST UPS Sustainability Food performer Why food companies want consumers to buy more of everything

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. After years of raising prices, food companies making everything from cookies to snacks and frozen meals say they need to sell more products to post a profit. Price increases have been good for profits, but packaged food and snack company executives see sustained volume growth as the way forward, so they are flooding store aisles with new takes on familiar products, such as frozen bar-b-que loaded chicken patties.

10.01 / 11:17

markets Strategy economy Sustainability trends Experts PAM Biggest job market trends of 2024: A quick recap

Here's a concise recap of the most impactful job market trends from last year that have left a long-lasting impression. 1. The advent of AI-driven jobs – AI has undoubtedly been one of the greatest technological disruptions to date. Though its emergence has eliminated a bunch of manual jobs, its integration into everyday business operations has opened new job opportunities. The demand for roles like AI engineering, machine learning, and data ethics is growing exponentially. Non-technical roles like AI trainers and ethicists too are helping bridge the human-machine gap, further fostering a collaborative relationship between the two.

10.01 / 09:17

COST UPS Provident CEO Sustainability country innovations India to be testbed for implementing decarbonisation technologies globally, says GEAPP CEO

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) plans to use India as a testbed for new decarbonisation technologies that would then be commercially operationalised in other developing countries.

10.01 / 09:15

markets Strategy Sustainability Nestle show performer reports Top 5 high return stocks to watch out for in 2025

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. For many first-time investors, stock analysis can feel like navigating a maze of numbers and jargon. But here's the truth: It's not as complicated as it seems.

10.01 / 07:21

markets Booking Manufacturing Sustainability Trade reports Commentary TCS's outlook lends comfort, but a risk clouds FY26 revenue prospects

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Tata Consultancy Services Ltd (TCS) delivered what the Street had been eagerly awaiting—an optimistic demand outlook. The management of the IT services major highlighted early signs of recovery in discretionary demand across key sectors such as banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI), and consumer, during its December quarter (Q3FY25) earnings call.

10.01 / 05:59

markets Sustainability trends Trade blues testing recommendations Stocks to buy: Two stock recommendations from MarketSmith India for 10 January

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. On Thursday, Nifty50, India's benchmark index, closed lower in a weekly F&O expiry trading session. Taking cues from the global market, the index started on a muted note and continued to drift lower towards 23,500 to close near the day’s low at 23,526.

09.01 / 21:03

CEO Sustainability Trade Pride show innovations testing Farming tech on display at CES as companies showcase green innovations, initiatives

Sustainability is a key theme this year at the annual CES tech trade show in Las Vegas

09.01 / 19:05

markets Digital Strategy Sustainability Experts PAM reports Credit market in for a tough time in FY26, liquidity is key

financial conditions in FY26, according to an analysis by India Ratings. It faces challenges around indebtedness in the retail lending segment, volatile banking system liquidity and domestic growth-inflation conundrums, the rating agency said in a report.

09.01 / 09:33

markets Racing Strategy Mobile Sustainability President PAM KT Rama Rao says Formula E race was to enhance Hyderabad's brand image globally

Anti-Corruption Bureau, BRS Working President K T Rama Rao on Thursday said his agenda when he was minister in the previous regime was to make Hyderabad a pivotal hub for sustainable mobility as the world transitions towards it and Formula-E race was a part of that ambitious vision.

09.01 / 09:05

markets Citi Digital Career Strategy Sustainability reports Quick commerce leading the way in creating blue-collar jobs, says report

quick commerce sector alone set to create half a million new jobs, according to a report by Indeed, a global job matching and hiring platform, based on a survey. The report suggests a shift in India’s blue-collar job market. Tier 1 cities such as Chennai, Pune, Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi are seeing significant hiring activity as quick commerce expands. Notably, tier 2 cities like Chandigarh and Ahmedabad are also experiencing a rise in job creation, reflecting the growing reach of quick commerce into emerging urban centres.

08.01 / 12:47

markets UPS Provident Sustainability Virus Bitcoin Cocoa farmers uproot their plants despite record prices

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Cocoa was the best-performing commodity in 2024, outpacing even bitcoin, but that hasn’t stopped farmers from abandoning the crop. Farmers in the top cocoa-producing region of the world are reseeding their lands because of a mixture of bad weather, failed government policies—many of which were aimed at helping farmers—and a fast-moving virus that has ravaged their plants.

08.01 / 10:53

markets Analysis Sustainability Trade Experts show Rupee plunges 13 paise to settle at new record low of 85.87 against US dollar

crude oil prices and stronger American currency. Lacklustre sentiment in domestic equity markets and sustained outflow of foreign funds also played spoilsport even as investors stayed cautious over lower economic growth projection by the government, forex analysts said. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 85.82 and touched the lowest-ever level of 85.89 against the greenback during intra-day. The unit settled at 85.87 (provisional) against the dollar, 13 paise lower than its previous close.

08.01 / 08:35

markets UPS Platform Strategy Sustainability trends beautiful Fashion business, margins are Nykaa’s weak spots even as beauty drives growth

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. In its December quarter (Q3FY25) update, Nykaa's parent company, FSN E-Commerce Ventures Ltd said that its beauty and personal care (BPC) segment remains the key growth driver, while muted demand in its fashion business continues to weigh on overall momentum. Nykaa expects Q3 consolidated net revenue growth to exceed the mid-20s year-on-year, up from 24% in Q2.

08.01 / 08:35

markets UPS Target Sustainability Food trends recommendations Zomato’s losing steam and the Blinkit drag

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Zomato has been a poster child of startup success. After its IPO in 2021, the stock had been a dull counter until June 2023—the first quarter when its bottom line turned positive.

08.01 / 00:49

markets Sustainability trends Trade track blues recommendations Stocks to buy: Two stock recommendations from MarketSmith India for 8 January

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Nifty 50, India’s benchmark index, closed 92 points higher on Tuesday, ending its two-day losing streak to settle at 23,207.90. The index opened with a gap-up, tracking positive global cues, and traded within a narrow range of 23,637–23,795.

07.01 / 17:27

Strategy Sustainability Charity Cazenove Capital to adopt SDR 'Sustainability Focus' label across £3bn trio of funds

The strategies in question will be the SUTL Cazenove Charity Sustainable Multi-Asset fund for charity clients; and the SUTL Cazenove Sustainable Growth and SUTL Cazenove Sustainable Balanced funds for private clients, collectively managing a total of £3bn of assets. The wealth manager's adoption of the SDR label brings the total number of labelled funds across the wider Schroders group to 16. Schroders and Baillie Gifford make deadline day moves for SDR labels Emilie Shaw, sustainable solutions lead at Cazenove Capital, said: «We are proud to be one of the first wealth managers to ...

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