Month: May 2024

Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 review
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Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 review

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.Not everyone likes laptops that also transform into tablets. But surely enough people want them for companies to attempt and create devices that are truly 2-in-1, that is a single device with functionality of a laptop and a tablet. Of course, there are two ways to go about it: One, attach a keyboard to a tablet like Apple is doing. Or make the hinge of the laptop so that it can swivel and twist like a practised gymnast. Lenovo, for several years now, is doing that with its Yoga laptops. Of these all, the latest Yoga - the Yoga 7i - gets a lot of things right.Not everyone likes laptops that also transform into tablets. But surely enough people want them for companies to attempt and create devices that are truly 2-in-1, that is a single device with functionali...
The Art of Living Rehabilitates Prison Inmates
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The Art of Living Rehabilitates Prison Inmates

Bengaluru, May 24, 2024."Inside every culprit, there is a victim crying for help. When you heal the victim, the culprit disappears." These words by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar encapsulate the profound philosophy driving the rehabilitation of prison inmates by The Art of Living.Catalysing Transformation in the Criminal Justice SystemThe Prison Program, initiated by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in 1990, has been responsible for profound change within the criminal justice system. It addresses the intense stress faced by inmates and prison staff alike, promoting better mental health and more respectful relationships. The programme's impact is far-reaching, with benefits including reduced depression and anxiety, improved sleep patterns and enhanced mutual understanding among inmate...
 Dinesh Karthik named in elite commentary panel for T20 World Cup
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 Dinesh Karthik named in elite commentary panel for T20 World Cup

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.ICC announced its elite commentary panel for the upcoming T20 World Cup, starting from June 2 in the USA and the West Indies. Some of the biggest names in the cricketing world will come together to provide their expertise during the broadcast of the tournament. Dinesh Karthik, who had his swansong with RCB in IPL has also been included in the commentary panel list.Karthik was elated to be part of the high-class commentary team and give his analysis of the players he recently played with in IPL 2024."This tournament will be different in many ways, which makes it even more exciting. With 20 teams, 55 matches, and some new venues, it's a thrilling combination, and I can't wait to dive in. Being part of such a high-class commentary team is a fantastic feelin...
Coromandel launches 10 new products to boost crop yields
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Coromandel launches 10 new products to boost crop yields

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.Agro-chemical firm Coromandel International on Friday introduced 10 new products, including patented ones, to boost crop yield and protect harvests from pests and diseases.The new products include an innovative neem-coated bio plant and soil health promoter and five generic formulations, offering comprehensive crop protection solutions for Indian farmers, the company said in a statement.Coromandel has partnered with Japan's ISK to launch Prachand, a patented product using Japanese technology to protect paddy crops from pests like stem borers and leaf folders that can cause up to 70 per cent yield losses.
KK’s last song to feature in Divya Khossla’s film ‘Savi’
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KK’s last song to feature in Divya Khossla’s film ‘Savi’

Mumbai, May 24, 2024.KK's last recorded track, 'Vaada Humse Karo', from Divya Khossla and Harshvardhan Rane's upcoming film 'Savi' is out. The singer died on May 31 after his live performance in Kolkata. The actor was 53.A throwback video of KK recording the song at the studio is going viral. Apart from Divya and Harshvardhan, the film also features Anil Kapoor. 'Savi' is backed by Mukesh Bhatt. The full song will be out on May 25.
EaseMyTrip slips into red, reports Rs 15 cr loss in Q4
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EaseMyTrip slips into red, reports Rs 15 cr loss in Q4

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.Travel booking platform EaseMyTrip on Friday reported a loss of Rs 15.07 crore for the March quarter on a consolidated basis, as against a profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 31.05 crore a year ago.For the full financial year ended March, the company reported a PAT of Rs 103.46 crore down from Rs 134.10 crore in the previous fiscal, the company said in a regulatory filing.Its total income for the fourth quarter of FY24 rose to Rs 172.55 crore, as against Rs 120.79 crore in the year-ago period.
Vijay Varma, Mira Kapoor praise ‘Laapataa Ladies’: ‘A fresh new wave has emerged’
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Vijay Varma, Mira Kapoor praise ‘Laapataa Ladies’: ‘A fresh new wave has emerged’

Mumbai, May 24, 2024.Vijay Varma and Mira Rajput Kapoor joined the 'Laapataa Ladies' fan club and shared their reviews on their respective Instagram stories. They called it a 'firecracker' and 'hard-hitting' respectively.Vijay Varma shared his review and wrote, "Late to the party. Watched Laapataa Ladies last night. It's exceptional! Some films make you fall in love with cinema all over again and this one did more than that. Many congratulations to @raodyness and her gifted team for this firecracker of a film. It's so inspiring to see young actors blossom this way! A fresh new wave has emerged, and it was so needed! (sic)"
Google to buy minority stake in Flipkart in fresh funding round
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Google to buy minority stake in Flipkart in fresh funding round

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.Internet major Google has proposed an investment in e-commerce major Flipkart to buy a minority stake during the company's fresh funding round, the Walmart group firm said on Friday."As part of the latest funding round led by Walmart, Flipkart today announced that it will be adding Google as a minority investor, subject to receipt of regulatory and other customary approvals by both parties," Flipkart said in a statement.The e-commerce firm, however, neither disclosed the amount proposed to be invested by Google nor the details of the fund being raised by the firm.
Zee seeks $90 million termination fee from Sony for failed merger
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Zee seeks $90 million termination fee from Sony for failed merger

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) has demanded a termination fee of $90 million (Rs 750 crore) from Sony Pictures Networks India, now known as Culver Max Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., along with its entity Bangla Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. (BEPL), for calling off a $10-billion merger deal in January."Culver Max and BEPL have failed to comply with their obligations under the Merger Cooperation Agreement (MCA). Therefore, the Company has terminated the MCA and called upon Culver Max and BEPL to pay the termination fee i.e. the aggregate amount equal to USD 90,000,000, in accordance with the MCA," said Zee in a stock exchange filing on May 23.
Hero Realty appoints Madhur Gupta as CEO
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Hero Realty appoints Madhur Gupta as CEO

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.Hero Realty Pvt Ltd (HRPL) on Friday said it has appointed Madhur Gupta as its Chief Executive Officer.Before joining Hero Realty, Gupta was CEO of Hero Steels Ltd, a part of Hero Enterprise, according to a statement."His diverse background in the mining and metals industry and his strong proficiency in procurement, engineering, business development, project engineering, and supply chain management position him perfectly to lead HRPL into a new era of growth and innovation," it said.
Google plans to invest billions in Tamil Nadu for smartphone plant
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Google plans to invest billions in Tamil Nadu for smartphone plant

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.Google plans to invest billions of dollars in Tamil Nadu, to establish smartphone manufacturing facilities, reported Bloomberg.The tech giant has set its sights on Tamil Nadu in its bid to expand manufacturing operations within the nation.Google intends to start the assembly of Pixel phones in the state, setting up fresh production lines in collaboration with Taiwanese contract manufacturing partner Foxconn Technology Group, according to sources familiar with the matter quoted in the report.Additionally, its Wing subsidiary is also expected to begin drone assembly operations in Tamil Nadu.A delegation from the Tamil Nadu government, including Minister for Industries TRB Rajaa and senior executives, had discussions with senior Google management in...
NP Singh to step down from Sony Pictures Networks India after 25 years
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NP Singh to step down from Sony Pictures Networks India after 25 years

NP Singh, the Managing Director and CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI), announced on May 24 that he will be stepping down after 25 years with the company.Singh has decided to leave his role to focus on social change and move from operational roles to advisory positions."Today, I have a significant update to share. After nearly 44 years in my career, including a rewarding 25-year tenure at SPNI, I have decided to move on from my role as MD and CEO. Having reached many significant milestones with our team, I am now ready to focus on social change and shift from operational roles to advisory ones," said Singh in a press release.
AI anchors to helm DD Kisan relaunch on May 26
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AI anchors to helm DD Kisan relaunch on May 26

New Delhi, May 24, 2024.In a first for an Indian government channel, Doordarshan is all set to unveil two Artificial Intelligence (AI) news anchors for its farmer-focused channel DD Kisan on May 26.Named AI Krish and AI Bhoomi, the virtual anchors will front a relaunch of the channel after nine years on air, showcasing a new look and updated content aimed at the country's agricultural community, according to agriculture ministry.The AI anchors, capable of reading news 24x7 without breaks, will provide real-time updates on agricultural research, mandi prices, weather alerts and government schemes to the farming community across the country.
Maldives to launch India’s RuPay service
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Maldives to launch India’s RuPay service

New Delhi, May 23, 2024.Notwithstanding the turbulence in their bilateral ties, the Maldives will soon launch India’s RuPay service, which a senior minister has said "will bolster the Maldivian Rufiyaa."RuPay, a product of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), is the first of its global card payment network in India, with wide acceptance at ATMs, POS devices, and e-commerce websites across India.Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed while announcing how both India and China have agreed to use local currency in bilateral trade, spoke about the upcoming launch of India’s RuPay.
IndiGo to introduce business class in flights this year
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IndiGo to introduce business class in flights this year

New Delhi, May 23, 2024.After flying for nearly 18 years, the country's largest airline IndiGo on Thursday announced it will introduce business class in flights this year, as the carrier seeks to provide more options for passengers amid rising economic growth.The airline will launch a "tailor-made business product", the details of which will be unveiled around August that will also mark the 18th anniversary of the carrier.The latest announcement also comes less than a month after the profitable carrier said it would buy 30 wide-body aircraft.
The BMW 220i M Sport Shadow Edition debuts in India
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The BMW 220i M Sport Shadow Edition debuts in India

Gurugram, May 23, 2024.The BMW 220i M Sport Shadow Edition has been launched in India today. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, the limited edition is exclusively available at the BMW Online shop from today onwards.The BMW 220i M Sport Shadow Edition is available at an attractive ex-showroom price of INR 46,90,000.Price prevailing at the time of invoicing will be applicable. Ex-showroom prices inclusive of GST (incl. compensation cess) as applicable but exclude Road Tax, Tax Collected at Source (TCS), RTO statutory taxes/fees, other local tax cess levies and insurance. Price / options are subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact an authorised BMW dealer. The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé is available in two exciting colours - Alpine White (no...
Four died due to heat wave in Rajasthan
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Four died due to heat wave in Rajasthan

Jaipur, May 23, 2024.The scorching heat wave going on in Rajasthan is likely to continue for the next few days. From yesterday, a red alert of heat wave has been issued in 22 districts of the state for the next three days. On the other hand, due to the scorching heat, four people died in a single day in the state on Thursday. In Jalore, three people had become unconscious due to heat and were brought to the district hospital. Here he was declared dead. One of them is a woman.During this period, weather experts have predicted the temperature to go above 49 degrees Celsius at some places in the state. Meteorologists believe that at present there is no hope of getting relief from this scorching heat for a week. Even in the capital Jaipur, the mercury can reach between 47 to 48 degrees...
SP may wrest Azamgarh stronghold back with key Muslim leader on its side
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SP may wrest Azamgarh stronghold back with key Muslim leader on its side

Uttar Pradesh, May 23,2024.The Samajwadi Party is haunted by the memories of the defeat in its bastion of Azamgarh in a bypoll in June 2022, which was necessitated after party chief Akhilesh Yadav vacated the Lok Sabha constituency to become Leader of Opposition in the state Assembly. This time, though, the party seems to be in a better position – after having managed to get the “main factor” for their defeat in the bypoll on their side.The bypoll defeat had come just two months after the SP won all the Assembly segments falling under the Azamgarh constituency, as well as all five under the neighbouring Lalganj, in the March 2022 state elections.The SP believed the reason for the defeat of its candidate Dharmendra Yadav was the presence of Shah Alam a.k.a Guddu Jamali on the BS...
Corporate affairs ministry slaps fines on LinkedIn India
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Corporate affairs ministry slaps fines on LinkedIn India

New Delhi, May 23, 2024.The corporate affairs ministry on Wednesday slapped fines on Microsoft-owned LinkedIn India, Satya Nadella and eight other individuals for violation of the significant beneficial owner norms under the companies law.Nadella is the chief of Microsoft, which acquired the professional networking platform LinkedIn in December 2016.In a 63-page order, the Registrar of Companies ((NCT of Delhi & Haryana) said that LinkedIn India and the individuals violated the Significant Beneficial Owner (SBO) norms under the Companies Act, 2013.
Disney strikes $1 billion-deal to sell stake in Tata Play
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Disney strikes $1 billion-deal to sell stake in Tata Play

New Delhi, May 23, 2024.Walt Disney has struck a deal to sell its stake in Tata Play, valuing Indian conglomerate Tata Group’s satellite TV provider at about $1 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter.The stake sale news comes as the US-based media giant looks to focus on its merger with India’s top conglomerate, Reliance Industries, in a bid to create an $8.5 billion entertainment juggernaut far ahead of the rivals in India.Last month, Tata Sons, the holding company of India’s Tata Group, increased its stake in Tata Play to 70% by buying a 10% stake from Singapore state investment firm Temasek for about $100 million, local media had reported.
Konkona Sen Sharma Joins the P&G Shiksha Movement to #StandUpForLearningGap in a Child’s Education
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Konkona Sen Sharma Joins the P&G Shiksha Movement to #StandUpForLearningGap in a Child’s Education

Mumbai, May 23, 2024.P&G Shiksha, the flagship CSR program of P&G India launched its new campaign - #StandUpForLearningGaps, to spotlight the issue of learning gaps in children, which affects over 6 crore children in the country as per National Achievement Survey 2021. While access to education has improved significantly, ensuring quality learning outcomes remains a challenge. A thought-provoking panel discussion highlighted the impact of these learning gaps on children who perpetually keep trying to cope, and often face mockery or ridicule owing to lack of public understanding on learning gaps. The engaging panel discussion centred around the theme #StandUpForLearningGap, moderated by Priyanka Khanna, Author and Former Journalist, brought together a div...
Jakson Group Unveils Next-Generation CPCB IV+ Compliant Gensets
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Jakson Group Unveils Next-Generation CPCB IV+ Compliant Gensets

New Delhi, May 23, 2024.Jakson Group, a leading Energy and Infrastructure solutions company, unveiled a groundbreaking advancement in its pursuit of innovation with the introduction of their CPCB IV+ Compliant Genset. This state-of-the-art product introduces cutting-edge features, setting new benchmarks for excellence and innovation in the power generation sector.Reflecting Jakson Group's 77+ years of commitment to quality and reliability, the CPCB IV+ Compliant Gensets epitomize innovation, offering cost savings and reduced environmental impact through superior fuel efficiency. Its compact structure coupled with remarkable load capacity ensures versatile use cases without sacrificing performance.On the launch of this advanced back-up energy solution, Mr. Sameer Gupta, Chairman...
Fastrack Launches Fleek: The Party-Ready Watch Collection that Turns Heads
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Fastrack Launches Fleek: The Party-Ready Watch Collection that Turns Heads

Bengaluru, May 23, 2024.India’s iconic watch and accessories brand, Fastrack, unveils its electrifying new collection, ‘Fastrack Fleek’ with a campaign film that bursts with energy and attitude. The collection features 17 watches which fuse different eye catching elements, adding a dash of style and flair to every look. The campaign film is set in a surreal world, with dynamic visuals inspired by the shapes and facets of the watches. The video is a visual feast, featuring a mix of life size props, dynamic camera movements and a lively choreography that reflects the brand's ‘Seriously Playful’ attitude. It features the protagonists interacting with the bold shapes and each other in a fresh way while making a serious style statement. The Fastrack Fleek watches...
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