1. PSLV-C33 launch is an example of 'Make in India', says PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed the successful launch of PSLV-C33 carrying 7th navigation satellite IRNSS-1G to complete the landmark mission for a regional navigational system, saying it will help not only India but also fellow SAARC nations. Read more

2. E-commerce giants Flipkart, Amazon and Snapdeal put heavy discount events on hold

Flipkart, Amazon India and Snapdeal, the largest e-commerce retailers have suspended their sales temporarily in order to comply with new e-commerce regulations which bans marketplaces from influencing prices, says a Mint report. Read more

3. Facebook first quarter profit triples to $1.5 billion

Facebook has reported a powerful surge in profits as the user base of leading social network continued to climb. Read more

4. Walmart lends a helping hand to women entrepreneurs

Taking forward Walmart Stores Inc's ongoing commitment to empowering women, Walmart India has initiated a new program aimed at helping female entrepreneurs enhance their skills, capability and sustainability of their business. To this effect, the retailer has launched the 'Entrepreneurship Development Program' for women-owned businesses (WOBs) with a select group of 32 participants after shortlisting applications from WOBs in different categories from states like Andhra Pradesh, Delhi NCR, Telangana, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh. Read more

5. Yahoo reshuffles board, adds four members

Yahoo has reached a truce with an activist investor threatening to oust CEO Marissa Mayer and the rest of its board, removing a major distraction as the company evaluates bids to buy its Internet operations. Read more