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Diesel prices very likely to be hiked
While petrol vehicle owners are enjoying a reduction of its prices, diesel fuel owners can now expect a hike in prices. One major question remains: when and by how much? The hike can be enforced tonight or even in a couple of days, by 90 paise...
iBall launches Andi 5L and Andi 5Li for Indian market
Smartphone manufacturer iBall has officially announced the launch of its Andi 5Li smartphones for the Indian market. The iBall Andi 5L is a dual-SIM phone, which comes with a 5-inch capacitive touchscreen display with 480 X 800 pixels resolution....
Air China plans to buy new Airbuses
Chinese carrier Air China said that it has announced that it has planned to buy aircrafts on a large scale. The plan by the carrier was announced on May 8, 2013 and the analysts have predicted that it is a clear signal of confidence in the civil...
Chemists and druggists in Gujarat strike to oppose new drug policy
More than 14,000 chemists and druggists in the state of Gujarat joined a one-day strike on May 9, 2013. The strike was called by All India Chemists and Druggists Association in order to protest the new drug policy laid down by the government.
Jashvant...
LG to launch LTE TDD smartphones in India and five other markets
South Korean company LG announced that it will be launching its LTE TDD smartphones in six international markets, which will include India. LG said that it will be launching its Optimus G smartphone first in Saudi Arabia through Telecom operator...
Coca-Cola introduces low-sugar options in China
Popular beverage manufacturer Coca-Cola might soon increase the availability of low or no calorie beverages in the Chinese market. Apart from new products, the company will continue to emphasize its marketing of carbonated drinks in the second...
Online retailer sales drop in first quarter
For the first time in the first quarter, online retail turnover experienced a decrease. The latest report states that shoppers are satiated after the series of high-profile sales promotions at the end of last year.
iResearch Consulting Group...
IndiGo announces latest rates for preferential seating
Indian low-cost carrier IndiGo Airlines recently introduced IndiGo Seat Plus. The new service means the passengers will be charged a premium of Rs. 500 for sitting in the rows 1, 2, 12 and 13 on a domestic flight and Rs. 800 on an international...
Ministry addresses public concerns of pollution in China
The Environmental Protection Ministry revealed on May 8, 2013 how the government has handled 13 cases of pollution in the first three months of 2013. Something like this happened for the first time when the Ministry released information about...
Government of Tamil Nadu bans use of gutka and pan masala
The government of Tamil Nadu has banned the production and sale of the tobacco products like pan masala and gutka in the state. Apart from the production and sale, it has also banned the possession, as well as distribution of the products. On...