Tuesday, July 1

Month: July 2024

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WhatsApp’s privacy campaign is an ode to the resilience of people living away from home

Jaipur  July, 2024.WhatsApp today launched a privacy campaign focused on the importance of secure communication, demonstrating how WhatsApp’s multiple layers of protection offer people more control and privacy over their conversations while engaging with friends, family and now businesses too. The national campaign will run in Rajasthan and 7 other states across OOH, Print, Digital and Cinemas.The campaign shows how WhatsApp creates a safe space for people living away from home, to have their most private conversations with their loved ones while building a new community and adjusting to a new life, underscoring WhatsApp’s commitment to user-privacy through built-in layers of privacy and security features added over the years.   Conceptualized by BBDO India ...
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India to host T20 Asia Cup in 2025, Bangladesh to conduct 2027 edition in ODI format: ACC

New Delhi, July 29, 2024.India will host the next edition of the men's Asia Cup cricket tournament in T20 format in 2025 as a pre-cursor to the T20 World Cup scheduled in the country in 2026, the Asian Cricket Council stated in its Invitation for Expression of Interest (IEOI).The Asia Cup is always used as a dress rehearsal for the global event and played in the format in which the World Cup will be held.The 2023 edition, hosted by Pakistan Cricket Board, was held in 'Hybrid Model' as India refused to travel to the neighbouring country and played its matches in Sri Lanka.
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DDCA announces inaugural Delhi Premier League

New Delhi, July 29, 2024.The inaugural edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) will be held in the second half of August, the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) announced here on Monday.The T20 tournament, which will have both men's and women's matches, will be organised at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.The franchise auction for the league was held on Sunday and resulted in the sale of six men's teams for a total amount of Rs 49.65 crore.
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India’s digital economy poised to constitute 1/5th of GDP by 2026: RBI report

Mumbai, July 29, 2024.India's digital economy is poised to constitute a fifth of GDP by 2026 from one-tenth at present, according to a Reserve Bank report released on Monday.In the foreword of 'Report on Currency and Finance (RCF) for the year 2023-24', Reserve Bank Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasised that digitalisation in finance is paving the way for next-generation banking and improving access to financial services at affordable cost.
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Introducing Zandu Care’s Dantveer Toothpaste: Holistic Dental Care for a Healthier Smile

New Delhi, July 29, 2024.A groundbreaking move towards holistic dental care, Zandu Care introduces Dantveer Toothpaste, a new-age Ayurvedic solution designed to ensure a healthier smile for all. As oral hygiene becomes increasingly vital, this innovative product aims to offer a natural, effective, and comprehensive approach to dental care.Revolutionising Oral Hygiene with Ayurveda Problems with oral health are common; they affect about half of the world's population and significantly influence general health. To solve these issues, Zandu Dantveer Toothpaste integrates modern scientific research with the age-old wisdom of Ayurveda. This unique mixture supports oral health and fights common dental issues like cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.
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Vogue Life magazine collaborates with Wildlife Photographers Collective India for a visual tribute to the iconic wild cat this International Tiger Day

New Delhi, July 29, 2024. International Tiger Day has been held on 29th July every year since 2010, when it was first established at the St. Petersburg Tiger Summit. This was done to raise awareness of the decline in the numbers of wild tigers, leaving them on the brink of extinction, and also to celebrate the important work of tiger conservation. India is among the few countries with a successful record in tiger conservation. According to the 2022 Census, there are 3,167 tigers in the country, accounting for nearly 75 per cent of the world’s tiger population. In Vogue Life magazine has come up with an innovative way to draw attention to tiger conservation by collaborating with Wildlife Photographers Collective India (WPCI) for an enriching videoInternational Tiger Day provides a g...
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6, Watch Ultra, Watch7 and Buds3 Go on Sale with Exciting Offers

Gurugram, July 2024.Samsung’s sixth-generation foldable smartphones and ecosystem products – Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Watch7 and Buds3 – are now available across retail outlets near you. Consumers can also purchase the devices on Samsung.com, Amazon.in and Flipkart.Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 have proved to be a huge success, securing 40% higher pre-orders in the first 24 hours as compared to the previous generation foldables. Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 are the slimmest and lightest Galaxy Z series devices ever, and come with perfectly symmetrical design with straight edges. The Galaxy Z series is also equipped with enhanced Armor Aluminum and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, making it the most durable Galaxy Z series yet.Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Fl...
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Samsung Launches Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Buds3 Series in India; Pre-book Now for Exciting Offers

Gurugram, July, 2024.Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has announced exciting offers for consumers pre-ordering its new Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra smartwatches. Galaxy Watch7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra expand the power of Galaxy AI to more people through wearables designed to provide end-to-end wellness experiences for everyone.Galaxy Watch Ultra – the newest and most powerful addition to the Galaxy Watch portfolio – is designed for enhanced fitness experiences for next level achievements with ultimate intelligence and capabilities.The Watch Ultra gets a new cushion design to enhance protection and visual completeness. It comes with Titanium Grade 4 frame and 10ATM water resistance and can operate at a wider range of alti...
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Samsung Records Tremendous Response from Customers for Galaxy AI powered Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6 in India

Gurugram, July, 2024.Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, announced record pre-orders for its sixth-generation foldable smartphones – Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6. In the first 24 hours, pre-orders for Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 jumped 40% higher as compared to the previous generation foldables, making the new Z series the most successful in India.Pre-orders for Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 opened on July 10 in India, along with the rest of the world. The new smartphones, along with the recently-launched ecosystem devices – Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Galaxy Buds3 – will go on sale in India starting July 24,2024.“We are delighted with the consumer response for our new foldables - Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 in India. The 1.4x...
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Thums Up’s Olympics Campaign Demonstrates the Power of a ‘thumbs up’ Gesture

New Delhi, July, 2024.Thums Up, the homegrown billion-dollar beverage brand under The Coca-Cola Company, is thrilled to announce its new campaign, ‘UthaThums Up, JagaaToofan’ for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The campaign is based on a simple but powerful idea: the motivating effect of a ‘thumbs up’ on athleteswhichencourages them to give their best performance. Our athletes are dynamic ‘toofans’ themselves, they inspire the nation to trust in their inner strength. But a champion is not made overnight. Every time an athlete deals with a setback or feels a moment of hesitation, a simple thumbs-up from their supporters, coach, friends, and family helps them regain confidence and keep pursuing victory – and this is precisely the essence of the campaign....
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TechMahindra reports 1.0% QoQ growth in Revenues at Rs. 13,005 crores; PAT rises 28.8% to 851 crores; EBIT margins expand 110 bps

Mumbai, July, 2024.TechMahindra (NSE: TECHM), a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions to enterprises across industries announced the audited consolidated financial results for its quarterended June 30th, 2024.Financial highlights for the quarter (USD)Revenue at USD 1,559mn; up0.7% QoQ, down 2.6% YoYRevenue grew by 0.7% QoQ, and declined by 1.2% YoY in constant currency termsEBITDA at USD 188mn; up 10.8% QoQ,15.3% YoY; Margin at 12.0%, up 110bps QoQ,190 bps YoYProfit after tax (PAT) at USD 102mn; up 28.6%QoQ, up21.3% YoYFree cash flow at USD 106mnFinancial highlights for the quarter (₹)Revenue at ₹13,005crores; up1.0% QoQ, down 1.2% YoYEBITDA at ₹ 1,564crores; up 11.1% QoQ, up16.9% YoY; Margin at 12.0%, up 110 bps QoQ,190 bps YoYConsolidated PAT at ₹...
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BMW Launches Premium CE 04 Electric Scooter in India with 130 km Range

New Delhi, July 26, 2024 – BMW Motorrad has launched its flagship electric scooter, the CE 04, in India, entering the premium electric two-wheeler segment. Priced at ₹14.90 lakh (ex-showroom), the CE 04 is now the most expensive electric scooter in the country. It features an 8.5 kWh battery pack, offering a remarkable range of up to 130 kilometers on a full charge. The purchase includes a 2.3 kW home charger that charges the scooter from 0 to 80% in 3 hours and 30 minutes, with an optional BMW Wallbox charger available for faster charging.
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Abu Jani, Sandeep Khosla give tradition a modern twist with their collection at ICW

New Delhi, July 26, 2024.Designers duo Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla presented their collection "Asal & Mard" at the opening show of Hyundai FDCI India Couture Week 2024 with actors Wamiqa Gabbi and Taha Shah Badussha as showstoppers.The show, which began with a dance number, saw dancers taking over the stage in traditional attires with lamps in their hands. Actor-comedian Sumukhi Suresh was also part of the opening act.The first outfit that Gabbi donned was a floral embroidered ivory trail lehenga from the “Botanical Bloom” line. She opted for a beaded hair attire to give a modern spin to her traditional look.
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BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase launched in India at Rs 72.90 lakh

New Delhi, July 26, 2024 – BMW India has launched the 2024 BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase at a starting price of Rs 72.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Deliveries for the eighth-generation model will begin in September. Locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai, this model is exclusively available as a petrol variant. The BMW 5 Series is a crucial model for the German luxury carmaker, maintaining its position as the market leader in the executive sedan segment globally for years. Since its first generation in 1972, around 10 million units have been sold worldwide
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New Mini Cooper S, Mini Countryman electric launched in India

New Delhi, July 26, 2024.The new Mini Cooper S (fifth-gen) and the all-electric Mini Countryman (third-gen) have been launched in India with the former priced at Rs 44.90 lakh (ex-showroom) and the latter available for Rs 54.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Both models have entered the country as completely built-up units (CBUs).The Mini Cooper S is available in ten colour options, including Melting Silver, Midnight Black, Nanuq White, British Racing Green, Chili Red II, Indigo Sunset Blue, Blazing Blue, Icy Sunshine Blue, Ocean Wave Green and Sunny Side Yellow. For Classic pack, it is additionally available in Glazed White or Jet Black. 17-inch wheels with option of U-Spoke Spectre Grey, parallel spoke two-tone alloys is available as standard. Favoured Pack has 17-inch U-Spoke Vibrant Silve...
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Farhan Akhtar’s home production film ‘Boong’ to premiere at TIFF

Mumbai, July 26, 2024. Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani-backed film “Boong” is set to premiere at the upcoming edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).The movie is directed by debutante director Lakshmipriya Devi, who served as a first assistant director on Akhtar and Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment movies such as “Luck by Chance”, and “Talaash”, besides Aamir Khan-starrer “PK”, and Mira Nair’s series, “A Suitable Boy”.
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Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur appointed IFFI festival director

New Delhi, July 26, 2024.Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, known for films such as "Mr India", "Bandit Queen" and "Elizabeth", has been appointed festival director for the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).Kapur will head the festival, held annually in Goa, for the 55th and 56th editions, the Information and Broadcasting Ministry said in a notification."With the approval of the Competent Authority, it has been decided to appoint Shri Shekhar Kapur as the Festival Director for the 55th and 56th editions of the International Film Festival of India, Goa
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Thyrocare Acquires Polo Labs’ Pathology Diagnostic Business to Strengthen Northern India Presence

New Delhi, July 26, 2024.Thyrocare, a leading diagnostic and preventive healthcare service provider in India, has entered into a Business Transfer Agreement with Polo Labs Private Limited to acquire their pathology diagnostic business. This strategic acquisition expands Thyrocare’s Footprints into the Northern part of India, further solidifying its position as a dominant player in the Indian diagnostic industry.Polo Labs Private Limited, based out of Punjab, is a well-established pathology diagnostic company with 14 laboratories across Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh. Their robust network and expertise in the region make them a valuable addition to Thyrocare's operations. Currently, Polo Labs serves a substantial client base and has a significant market presence in North...
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HDFC Life’s Latest Campaign Drives the Need for Financial Preparedness Among Parents to Secure Their Child’s Future

Mumbai, July 26, 2024.HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurers, has consistently aimed to strengthen its connection with audiences through relevant and insight-based communication. With its latest campaign, HDFC Life seeks to expand its brand presence and reach deeper into the southern states of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana. As consumers continue to evolve, localised marketing strategies are crucial for driving stronger connections and affinity among audiences. The campaign has been tailored to capture cultural nuances and regional references that resonate locally. Aligning with the organisational strategy to extend its presence, the campaign aims to engage audiences in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets through regional language communication, fostering a...
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Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurates India’s 500th Community Radio Station- Apna Radio 90.0 FM

New Delhi, July 26, 2024.Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw today announced the winners of 10th National Community Radio Awards. The Minister has also inaugurated India’s 500th Community Radio Station in presence of Union Minister of State for I&B Dr. L. Murugan and Chief Minister of Mizoram Shri Lalduhoma. The station ‘Apna Radio 90.0 FM’ is a station run by Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Aizawl.Announcing this milestone in India’s community radio journey, Shri Vaishnaw said that this initiative will bring a substantive change in the lives of people in the coverage area of Apna Radio station. He further stated that this launch is also a significant milestone in the Government's policy of Act East.The Minister informed th...
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PM to visit Kargil on 26th July on the occasion of 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas

New Delhi, July 26, 2024.On the occasion of the 25th Kargil Vijay Diwas on 26th July 2024, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit the Kargil War Memorial at around 9:20 AM and pay homage to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. Prime Minister will also carry out the first blast of the Shinkun La Tunnel Project, virtually.Shinkun La Tunnel Project consists of a 4.1 km long Twin-Tube tunnel which will be constructed at an altitude of around 15,800 feet on the Nimu – Padum – Darcha Road to provide all weather connectivity to Leh. Once completed, it will be the highest tunnel in the world. Shinkun La tunnel will not only ensure swift and efficient movement of our armed forces and equipment but also foster economic and social development in Ladakh....
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BJP appoints Rajya Sabha MP Madan Rathore as new state chief of Rajasthan 

Jaipur, July 26, 2024.The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) appointed Rajya Sabha MP Madan Rathore as the new state chief for Rajasthan. He will replace Chittorgarh MP CP Joshi as the part's state chief. The party also appointed new state in-charges and co-in-charges. Radha Mohan Das Aggarwal has been appointed in-charge for Rajasthan.Before the recent changes, Joshi had allegedly offered to resign from his position. Sources said that Joshi was in Delhi recently to meet with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP National President JP Nadda. Joshi had been a key figure in the party's state leadership. For the position of BJP State President, names like Kirorilal Meena, Avinash Gehlot, Prabhulal Saini, and Rajendra Gehlot were considered as frontrunners. However, ...
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