Mumbai, Apr 29: ixigo, India’s leading AI-based travel platform, today announced the launch of native apps for its three platforms – ixigo flight & hotel, AbhiBus, and ConfirmTkt – inside ChatGPT, bringing end-to-end travel planning directly into a conversational AI interface. With this integration, users can search and compare travel options across flights, buses, trains, and hotels in real time within ChatGPT and then seamlessly…
Gold Prices Edge Higher in Futures Trade Amid Global Uncertainty
New Delhi, Apr 29 (BNP): Gold prices moved slightly higher in futures trade on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the most-traded June gold contract rose by ₹93, or 0.06%, to ₹1,50,120 per 10 grams, with a trading volume of 9,067 lots. Market analysts said support came from a weaker US dollar…
Global Gold Demand Rises 2 pc in Q1, Investment Buying Drives Surge: WGC
Mumbai, Apr 29 (BNP): Global gold demand recorded a modest but steady rise in the January–March quarter, supported primarily by strong investment buying in bars and coins amid persistent geopolitical tensions and elevated price levels, according to the latest World Gold Council (WGC) report released on Wednesday. Total global gold demand, including over-the-counter (OTC) transactions, increased by 2% year-on-year to 1,231 tonnes in Q1 2026,…
Credit Card Spending Surges 2 pc in March to INR 2.19 Lakh Crore
New Delhi, Apr 29 (BNP): India’s credit card spending recorded a strong month-on-month rise in March, increasing by 24% to ₹2,194 billion (₹2.19 lakh crore), supported by seasonal demand and a lower base effect, according to a recent report released on Tuesday. The data indicates that while overall spending saw a noticeable jump, the broader consumption pattern is gradually stabilising, suggesting a normalisation in credit-driven…
LPG Booking Rules, Delivery System and Prices Set for Key Changes from May 1
New Delhi, Apr 29 (BNP): Major changes in LPG booking rules, delivery verification, and pricing are expected to come into effect from May 1, along with a continued push towards cleaner fuel usage, according to recent policy updates. Under the revised system, booking intervals for LPG cylinders will be extended. Urban consumers will need to wait 25 days between bookings, while rural consumers will have…
Enviro Infra Engineers Announces Strategic Acquisition of Wind EPC Company Suyog Urja Limited
New Delhi, Apr 29: Enviro Infra Engineers Limited, a leading player in the water and wastewater treatment sector, announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, EIE Renewables Private Limited, has entered into Share Purchase Agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Suyog Urja Limited, a wind energy EPC company. This strategic acquisition marks a significant step in Enviro’s journey to build a diversified and integrated renewable…
SIP in Balanced Advantage Funds Promotes Discipline Amid Market Volatility
Mumbai, Apr 29 (BNP): Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) in Balanced Advantage Funds are emerging as a disciplined investment approach for retail investors navigating volatile market conditions, according to recent market commentary and investment trends. Balanced Advantage Funds, which dynamically adjust their equity and debt exposure based on market conditions, are increasingly being viewed as a stable option for long-term wealth creation. These funds aim to…
Rupee Opens Lower, Falls 13 Paise to 94.81 on Oil Price Rise and Dollar Demand
Mumbai, Apr 29 (BNP): The Indian rupee traded weaker in early session on Wednesday, declining 13 paise to 94.81 against the US dollar, as higher global crude oil prices and persistent dollar demand weighed on market sentiment. The currency opened at 94.79 in the interbank foreign exchange market and slipped further to 94.81 in initial deals, reflecting continued pressure from external factors. Forex market participants…
Brevistay Partners with Unlimit to Simplify Digital Payments
Apr 29 (BNP): Brevistay has integrated with the unified payment infrastructure of Unlimit to simplify and accelerate its payment operations across India and global networks. The collaboration is designed to remove the complexities of fragmented payment systems and deliver a smoother, faster transaction experience for users. By adopting Unlimit’s programmable payment layer, Brevistay gains seamless access to multiple payment rails, including UPI and international card…
Viksit Bharat Envisions Inclusive Growth Beyond GDP, Says Nirmala Sitharaman
Mangaluru, Apr 29 (BNP): Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that India’s Viksit Bharat vision is centered on inclusive development and shared prosperity, moving beyond traditional measures of economic growth such as GDP. Speaking at an event at NITTE, she stressed that India must view development as an ongoing journey rather than a finished goal. The long-term objective, she said, is to build a developed…