News digest: PepsiCo India CEO quits, Richard Thaler bags Nobel, and more

From Saudi Aramco planning mega investment to Amitabh Bachchan being one of the richest actors, BS brings you up to date with latest news

Saudi Aramco sets sight on India's downstream sector, plans mega investment

 

Saudi Aramco has set up a local arm, Aramco Asia India, even as it evaluates picking up a stake in the Rs 40,000-crore mega refinery on the west coast of the country. Read more

 

Psychology of economics: Richard Thaler bags Nobel

 

Richard H Thaler was awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Science on Monday for his contributions to behavioural economics. Read more

 

PepsiCo India CEO Shivakumar quits

 

The company announced on Monday that Shivakumar would be leaving PepsiCo India on December 31. Read more

 

Centre eyes Rs 12,000 crore through Bharat 22 ETF

 

The Centre is looking to raise as much as Rs 12,000 crore from retail investors this Diwali by divesting holdings in 22 companies through the Bharat 22 exchange traded funds (ETFs). Read more

 

Amitabh Bachchan still the most-wanted endorser in Bollywood

 

Everyone is looking for the original Don of Bollywood — and with good reason. In the fickle business of stardom, Amitabh Bachchan — who turns 75 this Wednesday — has managed to remain relevant, anchoring Kaun Banega Crorepati, starring in films, and endorsing products. Read more