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The average M&A deal size for transactions increased to $132.8 million in 2018 compared to $82.9 million over the same period last year.

Mergers and Acquisitions in 2018 hit all-time high

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The total number of deals announced grew 9.3 per cent from a year ago and witnessed the busiest annual period since records began in 1980.

By selecting this mode of transport, commuters will be able to view suggested routes for the ride as well as the estimated auto-rickshaw fares. (Representational Image)

Google Maps to show auto-rickshaw routes, estimated fares for Delhi commuters

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The new feature will reflect fares based on the official fare model shared by the Delhi Traffic Police.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: AP)

PM Modi to launch projects worth Rs 41,000 cr in Maharashtra tomorrow

Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan. (Photo: AP)

Transfer of excess reserve may pull down credit rating of RBI: Rajan

The gauge had climbed 1,003.21 points in the previous four sessions.

Sensex reclaims 36,000, surges 307 points

India's banking system continues to factor in its relatively weak governance and transparency.

Govt's intense pressure on RBI could undermine India's long-term financial stability

Trai recommended auction of about 8,644 MHz of telecom frequencies at an estimated total base price of Rs 4.9 lakh cr.

DoT expects to complete due process for 5G spectrum auction by Aug

Globally, gold fell 0.07 per cent to USD 1,238.20 an ounce, while silver traded a shade higher at USD 14.64 an ounce in Singapore.

Gold slides on muted demand, weak global cues

Santro MT and AMT are powered by a 1.1-litre petrol engine.

Hyundai Santro AMT vs MT - real-world performance comparison

Air India's market share dropped from 19.8 per cent in January 2014 to just 11.8 per cent in September this year.

ICPA seeks long-term fleet expansion plan for Air India

The company had challenged the order in the National Green Tribunal (NGT).

Vedanta stock surges 6 per cent post NGT order on Tuticorin unit

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Royal staff name Meghan, Harry as 'Monica and Chandler' from Friends for bossy nature

The Duchess has been compared to the Friends character, played by Courteney Cox, who is famed for being obsessively clean and bossy. (Photo: AP)

Egypt unveils 'one of a kind' tomb of ancient high priest

Relief statues are seen at the recently uncovered tomb of the Priest royal Purification during the reign of King Nefer Ir-Ka-Re, named "Wahtye", at the site of the step pyramid of Saqqara, in Giza, Egypt, Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018.The Egyptian Archaeological Mission working at the Sacred Animal Necropolis in Saqqara archaeological site succeeded to uncover the tomb, Antiquities Minister Khaled el-Anani, announced. (Photo: AP)

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite (2018) review: The eBook reader you have been waiting for

The flush display finally comes to the Paperwhite.

'Racist' Mahatma Gandhi statue pulled down by teachers in Ghana

The statue was unveiled to the public in June 2016 by India’s former President Pranab Mukherjee.

World's oldest monkeys may help fight against HIV

Scientists found that they could protect animal models from HIV by injecting them with neutralizing antibodies that were produced in the lab. (Photo: PTI)

Doctors shocked to find needles buried inside woman's body for 30 years

According to the traditional technique leaving needles in the skin can alleviate pain (Photo: AFP)

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli notches up 25th Test century, 6th in Australia, 1st in Perth

Playing in his 75th Test, Virat Kohli notched up his 25th Test hundred and 6th in Australia on Day three of the second India versus Australia Test in Perth. (Photo: AP)

Animal abuse: Dog killed after being pumped with heroin, morphine and 20 other drugs

The partially hidden body, discovered in Lewes, East Sussex was already decomposing when found. (Representational Image/ Pixabay)

Here's how both elderly, youngsters can stay fit: Celebrity trainer Sherin Poojari

Poojari shares about his journey in fitness training, trending fitness methods and tips for youngsters and elderly alike to stay healthy and fit.

Agatha Christie novels would have had sex and drugs if it was acceptable

Her upcoming adaptation of the 1936 novel sees John Malkovich star as Hercule Poirot as he tries to catch a killer on a spree linked to towns across the railway network. (Photo: Pixabay)

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As Volkswagen and Skoda gear up to enter the compact SUV segment by 2020. The various other carmakers announcing their intention to launch a host of compact SUVs. (Source: CarDekho.com)

Upcoming: 8 new compact SUVs by 2020

Upcoming: 8 new compact SUVs by 2020

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As Volkswagen and Skoda gear up to enter the compact SUV segment by 2020. The various other carmakers announcing their intention to launch a host of compact SUVs. (Source: CarDekho.com)

Upcoming: 8 new compact SUVs by 2020

The festive season is already upon us and what better way to celebrate than by getting a new set of wheels. We are not only talking about just cars here -- today we have shortlisted cars which are not only capable daily drivers but also pack the grunt to satiate your need for speed. And that too without burning a hole in your pocket. So, without further ado, here are seven sub-10 lakh rupee performance-oriented cars you can drive home this Diwali. (Source: CarDekho.com)

7 Pocket rockets under 10 lakh to buy this Diwali

Well more than a 1000 new cars are registered every day in Delhi, one of the biggest cause of the gridlocks and traffic jams in the city as revealed by. Even if you are from any other Indian metropolitan, the story will be similar with a slight variation in the numbers involved. Naturally, more and more buyers are drifting towards automatic cars to ease up their commute. While you can obviously get an AMT (automated manual transmission)-equipped car in the budget segment, the recent times have also sent some CVT options at affordable price points as well. (Source: CarDekho.com)

Top 8 cars under Rs 10 lakh with CVT automatic transmission

The year 2018 began with a bang thanks to Auto Expo 2018, and has continued to be so till now. But if you thought that was it then you’re clearly in for a surprise. The remaining 3 months are set to see some wacky new entrants, resurrections and mid-cycle facelifts. Some of these might convince you to wait if you were planning to go in for that new car purchase anytime soon. Come, take a look. (Source: CarDekho.com)

Upcoming cars in India 2018 with expected prices, launch dates

Autos

The hike is due to a rise in input costs and increase in fuel prices.

Tata price hike: Tiago, Tigor, Nexon, Hexa to get expensive

Increased prices will be applicable from 1 January, 2019.

Renault price hike: Get ready to shell more for Kwid, Lodgy, Duster, Captur

The company will launch its new premium SUV Harrier in January.

Tata Motors to hike PV prices across models by up to Rs 40,000 from Jan 1

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport launched in India Hyundai Palisade gets a diesel engine; may launch in India Cars in demand: Maruti Vitara Brezza, Tata Nexon top segment sales in Aug 2018

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Companies

According to a report of Edelweiss Financial Services, Havells is focus on smallers cities “is aiding growth, amply reflected in the company’s numbers over the past few quarters — 23 per cent growth in H1FY19.”

Havells India to expand R&D team

India Post has delivery network up to remotest villages through its 1.55 lakh post offices which no one can match

India Post announces full-fledged entry into e-commerce

Reliance Group Chairman Anil Ambani.

Anil Ambani welcomes Supreme Court order on Rafale

The transaction is expected to close by April 1, 2019.

Infosys forms JV with Hitachi, Panasonic, Pasona in Japan

Reserve Bank of India

RBI Central Board to further examine Governance norms

Saluto and Saluto RX, equipped with an advanced braking system priced between at Rs 52,000 and Rs 61,500 (ex-showroom Delhi).

Yamaha India launches Saluto, Saluto RX equipped with advanced braking system

Indian citizen is still not confident about safety of packaged or cooked food.

FSSAI asks food business operators to gear up for rigorous inspection regime

Vivo entered India in 2014 with a commitment to bring product innovation, focus and value to our consumers.

Vivo ramps up manufacturing capacity in India, to invest Rs 4,000 crore

Economy

Finance minister Arun Jaitley. (Photo: ANI)

Jaitley sees 8 per cent plus GDP growth rate as polls near

The GST not just made India one market by levying uniform tax rates on goods and services, it also did away with tax-on-tax prevalent in the previous system.

GST regime led to better savings as tax rates came down

RBI board also reviewed the current economic situation, both global and domestic challenges.

RBI board agrees to further examine governance framework

WPI inflation falls to 4.64 per cent in Nov on softening food prices RBI board meeting underway to discuss new economic capital framework RBI reserve should be used to fix financial system: Subramanian

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Market

Positive cues from other Asian markets also bolstered trading sentiments here, traders said.

Sensex rises 224 points on fund inflows, positive Asian cues

Increased selling of the American currency by exporters and banks also supported the domestic currency.

Rupee rises 16 paise against US dollar in early trade

A fresh foreign fund inflows capped the losses for the domestic unit. (Photo: PTI).

Rupee rises 14 paise against US dollar in early trade

The 30-share index turned choppy and was trading 25.93 points, or 0.07 per cent. (Photo: AP)

Sensex, Nifty turn cautious on mixed global cues

The reference rate for rupee/British pound was fixed at 90.3095 and for rupee/100 Japanese yen at 63.06.

Rupee snaps 3-day losing streak, settles 33 paise higher at 71.68

The BSE Sensex climbed 150.57 points, or 0.42 per cent, to end at 35,929.64.

Sensex ends over 150 points higher; Yes Bank slumps 6 per cent

A higher opening of domestic equity markets and weakening of dollar against some currencies overseas boosted the local unit.

Rupee rises 42 paise against US dollar in early trade

The NSE Nifty reclaimed the 10,800 mark, rising 76.95 points, or 0.72 per cent, to 10,814.55. (Photo: AP)

Sensex rises over 200 points, Nifty reclaims 10,800 mark

In Other News

Oil prices have fallen over 25 per cent in last one and half months due to easing of supply pressures, particularly from Iran. (Photo: DC)

Petrol, diesel prices unlikely to flare up ahead of 2019 polls

In the residential real estate market, the new launch supply across top 7 cities is estimated to be 1,93,600 units by the end of 2018. This according to the property consultant is 32 per cent higher than 1,46,850 units in 2017.

Affordable housing takes centre stage in 2018

No proposal to change existing FDI policy in multi-brand retail trade: DIPP Secy

Irdai delinks personal accident cover from 3rd party motor insurance Shaktikanta Das appointed as new RBI Governor e-Mandate : A new way to transform recurring payments

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