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India News | Ahead of IPO, HDB Fin Services Mobilises Rs 3,369 Crore from Anchor Investors
New Delhi, Jun 24 (PTI) HDB Financial Services, a subsidiary of HDFC Bank, on Tuesday said it has mobilised Rs 3,369 crore from anchor investors, a day ahead of the launch of its initial share sale for public subscription. Life Insurance...

World News | INS Teg Concludes Port Call in Mauritius, Boosts Maritime Security Cooperation and Bilateral Ties
Port Louis [Mauritius], June 23 (ANI): Strengthening maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region, INS Teg, a frontline stealth frigate of the Western Naval Command, concluded her port call at Port Louis, Mauritius on 22 June 2025, as part of...

Avinash Kanti Teelock takes charge as Director of Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority
The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) has announced the appointment of Avinash Kanti Teelock as its new Director, effective 30 May 2025. Teelock steps into the role with more than a decade of experience across leading hotel chains in...

Leveraging asset declarations to strengthen integrity: Mauritius’ experience
Anyone who joins the Mauritius Revenue Authority (MRA) is obliged to declare his/her assets and business interests, as well as those of his/her spouse and of his/her minor children (if applicable). A new declaration will have to be submitted every...

Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases IPO Day 1 Live: Issue subscribed 5% so far. Check GMP, key dates. Should you apply or not?
The initial public offering of Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases opens for public subscription today (Tuesday, June 24), and conclude on Thursday, June 26. Ahead of IPO, Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases raised ₹256 crore from anchor investors. Ellenbarrie...

Latest News | Ahead of IPO, Sambhv Steel Raises over Rs 161 Crore from Anchor Investors
New Delhi, Jun 24 (PTI) Sambhv Steel Tubes on Tuesday said it has mobilised Rs 161.25 crore from anchor investors, a day ahead of the launch of its initial share sale for public subscription. WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund (MF), Motilal Oswal MF,...

Tobacco Control Efforts Protect 6.1 Billion People, But Over 1 Billion Still at Risk — WHO’s New Report
Addis Ababa, June, 24, 2025 (ENA)— More than 6.1 billion people—roughly three-quarters of the global population—are now protected by at least one tobacco control measure under the World Health Organization’s (WHO) MPOWER strategy. This milestone...

O3+ eyes 25 pc growth backed by consumer push, quick commerce, and global play
O3+, a professional skincare brand, is betting big on consumer demand, quick commerce, and global expansion to achieve 25 per cent growth this fiscal year, Vidur Kapur, Director of O3+ Professional, told ETRetail. The brand, which has evolved from...

India News | India's Health Ministry Gets Bloomberg Philanthropies Award for Global Tobacco Control
New Delhi, June 24 (PTI) India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare was honoured with the prestigious Bloomberg Philanthropies Award for Global Tobacco Control in the 'O' category, which recognises efforts in offering help to quit tobacco use...

Nigeria tops Africa’s digital asset market with 25.9m users –Report
By Chinenye Anuforo Nigeria, with 25.9 million active users and 11.9% penetration rate, currently tops Africa’s digital market of over 54 million users. More so, Nigeria stands as a global leader, ranking first in stablecoin adoption and second in...

Ahead of IPO, Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases raises Rs 256 crore from anchor investors
New Delhi, Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases on Monday said it has raised Rs 256 crore from anchor investors, a day ahead of the launch of its initial share sale for public subscription. HDFC Mutual Fund (MF), Axis MF, Bandhan MF, Tata MF, Motilal...
Mauritius to showcase opportunities
As Mauritius prepares to host the 3rd Annual API Mauritius & Indian Ocean Property Investment Forum on 26 June, industry leaders highlight the island’s pioneering role in sustainable tourism and hospitality development across the Indian Ocean...

Sri Lanka President approves UN research vessel request; FAO varies after delay
ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has given special approval for a United Nation-flagged research vessel into the island nation’s water to conduct research, a Foreign Ministry official said, after repeated requests from the...

India scores high in graphic health warnings, cessation bans: WHO report on global tobacco use
Health warnings are an effective way to help people quit tobacco use and India is among the countries identified as having best-practice-level graphic health warning labels in 2024, showed a WHO report released on Monday.The World Health...

WHO report urges stronger action against global tobacco epidemic
The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic 2025 at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin, warning that action is needed to maintain and accelerate progress in tobacco control as rising...
Global Seafood Industry Will Converge at Seafood Expo Asia in Singapore to Uncover New Business Opportunities, Partnerships and Innovations and Trends in the Asian Market
The Expo will take place on 10-12 September at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore and will feature new and innovative products, seafood tastings, culinary demonstrations, networking opportunities, educational conference sessions and...

Latest News | Ahead of IPO, Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases Raises Rs 256 Cr from Anchor Investors
New Delhi, Jun 23 (PTI) Ellenbarrie Industrial Gases on Monday said it has raised Rs 256 crore from anchor investors, a day ahead of the launch of its initial share sale for public subscription. HDFC Mutual Fund (MF), Axis MF, Bandhan MF, Tata MF,...

Tobacco control efforts protect 6.1 billion people – WHO’s new report
Geneva, 23 June 2025 (PAHO) — The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic 2025 at the World Conference on Tobacco Control in Dublin, warning that action is needed to maintain and accelerate progress...

Comfortable Living: Apartments to buy in Mauritius
Mauritius offers a unique blend of stunning natural beauty, modern infrastructure, and a relaxed lifestyle. Known for its scenic beaches and greenery, the island nation is quickly gaining popularity for its growth toward comfortable, sustainable...

Malaysia key to India’s Vision MAHASAGAR and Act East Policy - Modi
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasised Malaysia’s strategic importance in India’s Vision MAHASAGAR and Act East Policy. The statement came during a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on the sidelines...