Friday, March 14

Author: editor3

Sunflowers were the first ones to know” – film by FTII student selected at 77th Cannes Film Festival
No Comments
Entertainment News, Feature

Sunflowers were the first ones to know” – film by FTII student selected at 77th Cannes Film Festival

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.“SUNFLOWERS WERE FIRST ONES TO KNOW”, a film by Chidanand Naik, a student of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), has been selected in the 'La Cinef” Competitive section of 77th Cannes Film Festival, France. The festival is to be held from 15th to 24th May 2024. The section is an official section of the festival aimed at encouraging new talents and recognises films from film schools across the worldThe film is among 18 shorts (14 live-action and 4 animated films) selected from a total of 2,263 films submitted by film schools all over the world. This is the only Indian film selected in ‘La Cinef’ section of Cannes. The Jury will hand over La Cinef prizes at a ceremony preceding the screening of the awarded films on 23rd May in the B...
Read More
Tesla’s India investment in doubt over plans to utilise existing factories: Report
No Comments
Automobile News, Feature

Tesla’s India investment in doubt over plans to utilise existing factories: Report

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.Tesla's plans for investment in India to build its factory might get delayed as the US-based EV manufacturer announced its plans to focus on utilising its existing factories to produce new, more affordable vehicles by late this year, reported news agency Reuters.The leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer aims to increase production by 50% from 2023 to nearly 3 million vehicles without investing in new manufacturing lines immediately.This move, according to Tesla, may result in achieving less cost reduction than previously anticipated but allows the company to grow its vehicle volumes in a more cost-efficient manner during uncertain times.
Read More
Colgate-Palmolive (India) champions workplace equity with a robust policy for persons with disabilities
No Comments
Business News, Feature, National News

Colgate-Palmolive (India) champions workplace equity with a robust policy for persons with disabilities

New Delhi, April 24, 2024. Colgate-Palmolive India, a global leader in oral care, announces the implementation of its Workplace Inclusivity Policy for persons with disabilities (PwD). The newly launched policy underscores the company's commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, ensuring that every member of the Colgate-Palmolive India family, regardless of their ability, is provided with the necessary support and resources to flourish both personally and professionally.Under the WIN policy, employees (and their children) who belong to the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) category are eligible for benefits such as;•  Assistive Technology Reimbursements : To enhance productivity, employees can avail reimbursement for the purchase and ...
Read More
Usha iChef: Premium Appliances Made with You in Mind
No Comments
Business News, Fashion & Lifestyle, Feature, National News

Usha iChef: Premium Appliances Made with You in Mind

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.With temperatures rising by the day, summers are now fully upon us. It’s that season where each one of us is looking for ways to eat healthy and yet spend as little time in the kitchen as possible.This is where these go-to gadgets come into play. Each one is meant to take a load off while delivering food that is not only delicious but healthy too.We are talking about Usha’s new I-Chef range of appliances that includes the iSteam that can air-fry, bake, and steam - so you literally get three gadgets in one. They also offer two air-fryers, one of which has a Borosil glass pan that offers 360* visibility while your food is cooking, and once the food is cooked the same pan can be used as a serving bowl too. Their programmable kettle is a gre...
Read More
Parineeti Chopra expresses gratitude for ‘Chamkila’
No Comments
Entertainment News

Parineeti Chopra expresses gratitude for ‘Chamkila’

Mumbai, April 24,2024.Parineeti Chopra, who plays Amarjot (Amar Singh Chamkila's wife) alongside Diljit Dosanjh, is receiving rave reviews for her performance in Imtiaz Ali's 'Chamkila'. The actor expressed her gratitude in a crisp note on her Instagram story. Parineeti also mentioned that she had waited for a film like this for years.Parineeti Chopra expressed her gratitude for playing Amarjot, Diljit Dosanjh’s on-screen wife in ‘Chamkila’ . She wrote a note on Instagram, which can be read, "I am glad that I was able to make an impact with my work in Chamkila This is something I've waited for years (sic)."
Read More
Summer Fashion Trends: Polka dots, slingbacks, and a black-and-white dream
No Comments
Fashion & Lifestyle, Feature

Summer Fashion Trends: Polka dots, slingbacks, and a black-and-white dream

Jaipur, April 24, 2024.fashion is individualistic and is meant to be different for everyone as an extension of their personality. But being in sync with trends doesn’t hurt either. It only prevents you from making some embarrassing styling mistakes, and makes your fashion outings runway-ready.For instance, swap your go-to hoops with an interesting animal-inspired piece of jewellery to make an outfit look more chic. Simple, right? Similarly, a transition from floral print outfits to ensembles adorned with 3D floral motifs can make a significant impact to your glam game.
Read More
Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses will now allow users to make video calls via WhatsApp 
No Comments
Business News, Feature

Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses will now allow users to make video calls via WhatsApp 

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.Meta has unveiled an exciting new update for its Ray-Ban smart glasses, allowing users to make video calls through popular messaging apps WhatsApp and Messenger. This new feature aims to enhance users' sharing experiences by enabling them to share their view in real-time during calls, whether it's capturing a stunning landscape on a hike or seeking advice while grocery shopping.The video calling capability is designed to be completely hands-free, allowing users to share what they see with friends and family in all its unedited glory. This feature is not only ideal for sharing memorable moments but also for everyday activities such as getting advice on choosing the right brand of kombucha or checking the ripeness of a pineapple while shopping.The Ray-Ba...
Read More
Xiaomi launches Redmi Pad SE, Redmi Buds 5A in India
No Comments
Business News, Feature

Xiaomi launches Redmi Pad SE, Redmi Buds 5A in India

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.Xiaomi has just launched a couple of new devices in the market and the same will go on sale soon. The brand, during the live-streamed event called Smarter Living, introduced us to the Redmi Pad SE, Redmi Buds 5A, Robot Vacum Cleaner S10, and a handheld garment steamer.While the price of the Redmi Pad SE starts from Rs 12,999, the garment steamer's price starts from Rs 2,299. Xiaomi also introduced a special edition of the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ AFA Edition for football lovers and fans in collaboration with the Argentina Football Association.
Read More
Uber India now deleting phone numbers if riders or drivers share them in chat
No Comments
Feature, National News, Travel News

Uber India now deleting phone numbers if riders or drivers share them in chat

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.In the gig economy where users and service providers - who are called partners by companies like Uber and Zomato and not employees - interact, one of the biggest privacy and safety risks is when they interact. And increasingly companies are looking to minimise this risk. Uber India now says that to ensure better privacy for its users - as well as for drivers - the company is now proactively deleting phone numbers if they are shared in the chat between the rider and the driver.This was revealed to India Today Tech in an exclusive chat by Sooraj Nair, Head of Safety Operations for India and South Asia.Uber already warns users with a message in the chat box that states, "Keep your account safe - never share personal or account information in this chat." B...
Read More
RIL Q4 results: Net profit falls 2% to Rs 18,951 crore
No Comments
Business News, Feature, National News

RIL Q4 results: Net profit falls 2% to Rs 18,951 crore

Mumbai, April 24, 2024.Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) posted its results for the fourth quarter of FY24 on Monday, with the net profit declining by 2% at Rs18,951 crore in comparison to Rs 19,299 crore in the year-ago period.Revenue from operations increased by 11% year-on-year to Rs 2.4 lakh crore in the reporting period, up from Rs 2.16 lakh crore in the previous year's quarter. While the company's net profit fell, it is better than what analysts had predicted.
Read More
IndiGo announces in-flight entertainment facility for passengers
No Comments
Feature, Travel News

IndiGo announces in-flight entertainment facility for passengers

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.Airline major IndiGo on Tuesday announced that the company will launch a new in-flight entertainment content facility, aiming to improve customer experience through “continuous digitisation”.The company said it has upgraded its app to provide options to watch popular blockbuster movies, TV shows, access moving maps, games, as well as tune into a wide range of music genres, all while cruising at 30,000 ft.
Read More
IPL best competition in the world: Ricky Ponting
No Comments
Feature, Sports News

IPL best competition in the world: Ricky Ponting

New Delhi, April 24, 2024.DC head coach Ricky Ponting feels that young talents like Jake Fraser-McGurk have a lot to learn from the best domestic T20 competition in the world - Indian Premier League.Speaking ahead of his team's match against GT at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Ponting feels that the young swashbuckling opener is far from a finished product and IPL is the ideal place to figure out his game.
Read More
1.25 lakh devotees reached at Khole ke Hanuman Ji on occasion of Hanuman Jyanti
No Comments
Religious

1.25 lakh devotees reached at Khole ke Hanuman Ji on occasion of Hanuman Jyanti

Jaipur, April 24, 2024.Hanuman Janmotsav was seen in full swing on Tuesday in the five-day Hanuman Mahotsav, which started from April 20, at Shri Khole's Hanuman Temple located in Laxman Dungri in Jaipur. On the day of Hanuman Janmotsav, special decoration of the Lord was done in the Hanuman temple of Shri Khole. A tableau of fifty-six offerings was decorated to the Lord. Hanumanji was made to wear a silver crown.Special events have been organized in the temple on the occasion of Hanuman Janmotsav. For the last three days, singers wooed Hanumanji Maharaj with hymns. Today, Hanumanji was anointed with Panchamrit, 108 medicinal liquids and water from various places of pilgrimage along with chanting of mantras. After that vermilion robe was offered. Shodashopachar puja and special ado...
Read More
United Spirits gets Rs 29.69 cr VAT demand
No Comments
Business News, Feature, National News

United Spirits gets Rs 29.69 cr VAT demand

New Delhi, April 23, 2024.United Spirits Ltd on Tuesday said excise and taxation authority has raised a VAT demand of Rs 29.69 crore on it after disallowing the benefit of credit notes claimed in the financial year 2020-2021.The company has received a VAT assessment order from the Excise and Taxation Officer-cum-Assessing Authority, Ward-I, Palwal, Haryana for FY 2020-2021.A VAT demand for Rs 29.69 crore, including interest of Rs 13.47 crore, has been raised, United Spirits said in a regulatory filing.
Read More
Sandeep Reddy Vanga says ‘Animal 2’ shoot will begin in 2026
No Comments
Entertainment News

Sandeep Reddy Vanga says ‘Animal 2’ shoot will begin in 2026

Mumbai, April 23,2024.Sandeep Reddy Vanga will be getting on the sequel of Ranbir Kapoor-starrer ‘Animal’ in 2026. The director shared this update at a recent award show. He also spoke about the possibility of a Sandeep Reddy Cinematic Universe.Sandeep Reddy Vanga attended an award ceremony recently, where he also received one. While accepting the award, the hosts asked him to divulge some details about Ranbir Kapoor‘s Animal’ sequel, ‘Animal Park’. It was then that he said that the film will go on floors in 2026. He also added that Animal Park’ will be bigger and wilder than ‘Animal’ a claim that he has made earlier as well.
Read More
President of India presents 3 Padma Vibhushan, 8 Padma Bhushan and 55 Padma Shri Awards for the year 2024 at Civil Investiture Ceremony-I held at Rashtrapati Bhawan 
No Comments
Feature, National News

President of India presents 3 Padma Vibhushan, 8 Padma Bhushan and 55 Padma Shri Awards for the year 2024 at Civil Investiture Ceremony-I held at Rashtrapati Bhawan 

New Delhi, April 2024.The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu presented 3 Padma Vibhushan, 8 Padma Bhushan and 55 Padma Shri Awards for the year 2024 at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-I held with grandeur in Darbar Hall of the Rashtrapati Bhawan today.The Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, many Ministers of the Union and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.After the Investiture Ceremony, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah and other Union Ministers interacted with the Padma Awardees at a dinner hosted by the Home Minister at his residence in New Delhi.The Padma Awardees will pay...
Read More
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Announces the Launch of Fortuner LEADER EDITION
No Comments
Automobile News, Business News

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Announces the Launch of Fortuner LEADER EDITION

Bangalore,22nd April 2024. The Toyota Fortuner needs no introduction, and to celebrate the success of this most admired SUV, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today launched the LEADER EDITION of the Fortuner in the India market. Building upon its renowned features, Fortuner LEADER EDITION brings distinctive design with many add-on features.The Fortuner LEADER EDITION stands out with its commanding presence, accentuated by varied style elements. Featuring a dynamic front and rear bumper spoiler, this vehicle exudes an aura of boldness and sophistication, reflecting the true essence of leadership. One of the key highlights of the Fortuner LEADER EDITION is its prominent dual-tone exterior, available in a palette of ‘black, white, and clarity’. This unique combination not only enhanc...
Read More
Tata Motors celebrates 4 lakh happy customers of the Magic; introduces first-in-its-segment, Magic Bi-Fuel
No Comments
Automobile News, Business News, Feature, National News

Tata Motors celebrates 4 lakh happy customers of the Magic; introduces first-in-its-segment, Magic Bi-Fuel

Mumbai, 22 April 2024. Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, celebrates the remarkable milestone of 4 lakh happy customers of the Tata Magic – India’s most preferred van. On the momentous occasion, the company has introduced a new variant, the Magic Bi-Fuel, to further increase the convenience of its customers. Renowned for its reliability, efficiency and affordability in the last-mile transportation, the 10-seater Tata Magic has been the ideal choice of commuters and operators. The sleek design, safety and passenger comfort of the Tata Magic have been pivotal to its continued successes over the years.The Tata Magic comes equipped with an array of value-added features such as an Eco switch, gearshift advisor and enhanced driver ergonomics, all aimed at ...
Read More
Nestlé India’s ‘Biodigester Project’ paves way for a sustainable future for dairy farmers
No Comments
Feature, National News

Nestlé India’s ‘Biodigester Project’ paves way for a sustainable future for dairy farmers

New Delhi, April 2024.Nestlé India is demonstrating its unwavering commitment towards responsible sourcing and reducing emissions from the dairy farms with the 'Biodigester Project'. The biodigester technology transforms cattle manure into clean biogas, reducing the carbon footprint of dairyfarms. The remaining slurry is utilized as natural fertilizer, contributing to regenerative agriculture practices. As a part of this initiative, Nestlé India is in the process of installingalmost 70 large biodigesters and more than 3,000 small biodigesters in24 districtsacrossPunjab and Haryana.Small dairy farms where manure from cattle is left exposed, become a critical source of GHG emission. Once fed in the biodigesters, the manure goes through microbial breakdown and generates biogas.The sma...
Read More
Hitachi’s Xpandable+ technology Series of air conditioners aims to set new norms for Uniform Cooling in large spaces
No Comments
Business News, Feature

Hitachi’s Xpandable+ technology Series of air conditioners aims to set new norms for Uniform Cooling in large spaces

New Delhi, April 22, 2024. In the pursuit of comfort and convenience within our homes, one of the most essential elements is efficient and effective cooling, especially in large spaces. Whether it's a spacious living room, a sprawling entertainment area, or an expansive office space, achieving uniform cooling across such areas can be a challenge. Hitachi Cooling and Heating’s innovative Xpandable+series of air conditioners is all set to offer unparalleled comfort and uniform cooling to Indian homes.The Xpandable+ series from Hitachi is designed to meet the unique cooling needs of your home spaces, offering a perfect blend of advanced technology, superior performance, and unmatched reliability. The Hitachi Xpandable+ consist of 6 series:1) Yoshi (One of the best): Yosh...
Read More
Web Series “Meri Adhuri Khwahish” about PubG Love Story Premiered on MYOTT
No Comments
Entertainment News

Web Series “Meri Adhuri Khwahish” about PubG Love Story Premiered on MYOTT

Mumbai, April 22, 2024.A captivating online series that delves into the unexpected turns that love can take in the digital era is about to shake the entertainment world. OJ Music and Productions proudly announces the release of Meri Adhuri Khwahish, premiering today on the MYOTT streaming platform.Meri Adhuri Khwahish tells the story of a married woman who finds herself drawn to another man while playing the popular online game PUBG. Despite having a seemingly happy family life, boredom sets in, and she falls under the spell of a charming diamond manufacturer she meets virtually. Torn between her comfortable reality and the spark of a new connection, she makes a life-altering decision.Meri Adhuri Khwahish delivers an engaging story that explores the challenges of love, desire, ...
Read More
EV market share to reach 10% by 2025
No Comments
Automobile News, Feature

EV market share to reach 10% by 2025

Jaipur, April 22, 2024.The market of electric cars in the country will change completely in two years, because the prices of both battery and chip have started falling. The cost of one kilowatt power (kWh) battery was $130 (₹10,850) in 2021, which has come down to $100 (₹8,350) in 2023.Currently, there are EVs in the market with batteries ranging from 17 to 108 kWh. 70% of the cost of an EV is the battery. According to this, the price of EV worth Rs 10 lakh will be Rs 8.60 lakh. Second, manufacturing of semiconductor chips in the country will further reduce the cost by 10%. In this case the price will be around Rs 7 lakh.
Read More
Verified by MonsterInsights