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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Introduces New Innova HyCross Petrol GX (O) Grade
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Introduces New Innova HyCross Petrol GX (O) Grade

Bengaluru, April 2024. In line with its ‘customer-first’ culture and responding to their requirements, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today announced theintroduction of a new grade in the Innova HyCross the GX (O) petrol variant. The latest addition to the Innova HyCross line-up, boasts of over 10 advanced comfort and technology features thus raising the bar of the value proposition for customers who are seeking for more. Bookings of the Innova HyCross the GX (O) grade is already open with deliveries expected to commence from April 15, 2024.Key highlights of Innova HyCross petrol GX (O) petrol variant are as follows:Reenergised Exterior - Front LED Fog lamps, Front & Rear Parking sensors, Rear DefoggerSuperior Comfort – Chestnut Themed Interiors, Soft touc...
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MediaTek Days on Amazon to Showcase Incredible Products for Everyone
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MediaTek Days on Amazon to Showcase Incredible Products for Everyone

New Delhi, April 2024.MediaTek, the world's 5th largest global fabless semiconductor company has announced the ‘MediaTek Days’ campaign on Amazon starting from 16th April till 20th April 2024. During the 5days-longcampaign at Amazon, MediaTek will focus on democratizing technology and delivering next-gen technology solutions to the end customer. The campaign will build awareness around incredible technologies, products, and solutions powered by MediaTek in the new era of connected devices to help consumers make informed buying decisions.The MediaTek store on Amazon opens the door to a world of possibilities for making everyone's lives smarter and better by making great technology accessible to all. MediaTek powers the biggest brands in the world from smartphones, TVs, and smart spe...
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Rupee falls 6 paise to settle at 83.44 against US dollar
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Rupee falls 6 paise to settle at 83.44 against US dollar

Mumbai, April 15, 2024.The rupee declined 6 paise to settle at 83.44 (provisional) against the US dollar on Monday, in line with deep losses in equity markets and an elevated dollar against major rivals overseas amid geopolitical tensions.However, weakening crude oil prices in the international markets and positive domestic macroeconomic data restricted the rupee's fall, forex traders said.At the interbank foreign exchange market, the local unit opened at 83.46 and traded between 83.42 and 83.47 against the greenback. The local unit finally settled at 83.44 (provisional), registering a loss of 6 paise from its previous close.
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Godfrey Phillips India Ltd. Celebrates Sixth Consecutive Recognition as Great Place To Work®
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Godfrey Phillips India Ltd. Celebrates Sixth Consecutive Recognition as Great Place To Work®

New Delhi, April 15, 2024.The BSE listed FMCG giant is making waves with its financial success. Continuous recognition as a Great Place To Work is another proud achievement for the Company. Godfrey Phillips India Ltd. (GPIL), a leading FMCG company and a Fortune 500 and ET 500 India listed organization, proudly announces its sixth consecutive certification as a Great Place To Work® by the renowned Great Place To Work Institute.Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Bina Modi, Chairperson and Managing Director of the Company said, "At Godfrey Phillips India, our People-First Philosophy is more than just a mantra; it's the essence of our culture. We're dedicated to cultivating an environment where every individual feels not just valued, but truly at home, empowered to ...
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DRDO & Indian Army conduct successful trials of indigenous Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile Weapon System
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DRDO & Indian Army conduct successful trials of indigenous Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile Weapon System

New Delhi, April 15, 2024.Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) Weapon System, indigenously designed and developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO), has been field evaluated in different flight configurations several times with the objective of proving the technology with high superiority. The system consisted of the MPATGM, Launcher, Target Acquisition System, and the Fire Control Unit.Adequate number of missile firing trials have been successfully conducted towards achieving compliance of complete operational envelop as stipulated in the General Staff Qualitative Requirements (Infantry, Indian Army). The Warhead Flight Trials were successfully conducted at the Pokhran Field Firing Range, Rajasthan on April 13, 2024. Missile performance and warhea...
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Bansooriwala’s announces the grand opening of its fourth outlet at the Midway Delhi-Jaipur Expressway
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Bansooriwala’s announces the grand opening of its fourth outlet at the Midway Delhi-Jaipur Expressway

New Delhi, April 2024.Bansooriwala's, the esteemed Indian family restaurant and sweets chain, proudly announces the grand opening of its 4th outlet on the bustling midway Delhi-Jaipur Expressway. This expansion marks a significant milestone in Bansooriwala's journey, bringing its renowned culinary delights to a new and vibrant location. The new outlet got inaugurated on the Delhi-Jaipur Expressway on 12th April 2024.Known for its commitment to quality, authenticity, and innovation, Bansooriwala's offers an extensive menu of traditional Indian sweets and savoury delights crafted with care and precision. Each dish is prepared using premium ingredients, including pure desi ghee, to ensure an unparalleled culinary experience for guests.“We are thrilled to introduce Bansooriwala's t...
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Vidya Balan on nepotism in Hindi film industry: ‘Kissi ki baap ki industry nahi hai’
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Vidya Balan on nepotism in Hindi film industry: ‘Kissi ki baap ki industry nahi hai’

Mumbai, April 12, 2024.Vidya Balan and Pratik Gandhi, who are eagerly awaiting the release of their upcoming film Do Aur Do Pyaar, graced the inaugural session.Vidya and Pratik have carved out successful careers in the film industry despite not having any familial connections in Bollywood. During the interaction, Vidya spoke on the perennial debate surrounding nepotism, expressing her indifference towards it.Vidya said, “I don’t know how to respond to this question because nepotism or no nepotism I am here. Kissi ki baap ki industry nahi hai, nahi toh har baap ka beta, har baap ki beti successful hote (The film industry doesn’t belong to somebody’s father otherwise all the star kids would be successful).”She added, “I just feel that I have been a lone ranger. Ther...
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MG Hector Blackstorm Edition launched at ₹21.25 lakh
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MG Hector Blackstorm Edition launched at ₹21.25 lakh

Jaipur, April 12, 2024.MG Motor India launched the Blackstorm Edition of its flagship SUV Hector in India. The Blackstorm Edition is based on the Sharp Pro variant below the top model of Hector and Hector Plus and will be available in 5, 6 and 7 seat configurations. More than 75 connected features have been provided in the car. It has a digital Bluetooth key, which the user can share.The special edition SUV gets some cosmetic upgrades over the standard model, including an all-black shade, red inserts on the exterior and an all-black cabin. Its prices start at Rs 21.25 lakh for the petrol-CVT variant, going up to Rs 22.76 lakh for the diesel-MT 6-seater variant (both prices ex-showroom).Hector Blackstorm is the third Blackstorm edition of the company after Gloster and Astor. Cus...
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Shri Sanjay Kumar addresses the First Alumni meet of the Prerana Program
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Shri Sanjay Kumar addresses the First Alumni meet of the Prerana Program

New Delhi, April 12, 2024.Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, Shri Sanjay Kumar virtually addressed the first alumni meeting of the Prerana Program. Joint Secretary Smt. Archana Sharma Awasthi and other officials of the Ministry were also present at the meeting. The alumni meet was organized to assess and exchange insights among the participants.During the event, the students shared their experiences and highlighted the positive changes the programme had brought to their lives. They also informed everyone that they have shared their experiences after returning to their schools so that more and more students can be inspired by the value-based learning they have received.PRERANA started the journey in the pilot phase from 15th Ja...
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TRAI releases recommendations on “Encouraging Innovative Technologies, Services,
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TRAI releases recommendations on “Encouraging Innovative Technologies, Services,

New Delhi, April 12, 2024.Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) today released its recommendations on “Encouraging Innovative Technologies, Services, Use Cases, and Business Models through Regulatory Sandbox in Digital Communication Sector”.  In view of new technological developments in 5G/6G, Machine to Machine Communications, Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, Virtual Reality, and others, there is a need to provide an environment in which new technologies, services, use cases and business models can be tested in live networks, or existing functions or processes can be refined. To address this pressing need, the Department of Telecommunications wrote to the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India on March 10, 2023, requesting, TRAI’s recommendations regarding a...
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MS Dhoni Joins Hands with Explosive Whey: A Blend of Fitness and Nutrition
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MS Dhoni Joins Hands with Explosive Whey: A Blend of Fitness and Nutrition

Mumbai, April 12, 2024.Introducing Explosive Whey, a groundbreaking addition to the fitness and nutrition industry, ready to revolutionize Sports Nutrition with its premium products. Endorsed and invested by the esteemed Mahendra Singh Dhoni, this brand is meticulously crafted to meet the evolving needs of fitness enthusiasts, athletes, and health-conscious individuals. Explosive Whey is the brainchild of Indian Cricketer Kedar Jadhav (Founder), Mandar Bhandari (Founder and CEO), and Rishikesh Hande (Founder).The name "Explosive" embodies the essence of speed and strength. The lion in the logo symbolises strength and leadership, reflecting the slogan "Rule with Strength." Notably, Explosive Whey has earned the prestigious certification of Informed Sports, a trust bad...
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India’s Index of Industrial Production grows by 5.7% in February, 2024
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India’s Index of Industrial Production grows by 5.7% in February, 2024

New Delhi, April 12, 2024.The Quick Estimates of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) are released on 12th of every month (or previous working day if 12th is a holiday) with a six weeks lag and compiled with data received from source agencies, which in turn receive the data from the producing factories/ establishments.For the month of February 2024, the Quick Estimates of Index of Industrial Production (IIP) with base 2011-12 stands at 147.2. The Indices of Industrial Production for the Mining, Manufacturing and Electricity sectors for the month of February 2024 stand at 139.6, 144.5 and 187.1 respectively. These Quick Estimates will undergo revision in subsequent releases as per the revision policy of IIP.As per Use-based classification, the indices stand at 148.2 fo...
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Simpl – Zepto’s “Pass with Khata” Campaign Offers Guaranteed Cashback and other Benefits
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Simpl – Zepto’s “Pass with Khata” Campaign Offers Guaranteed Cashback and other Benefits

Bengaluru, April 12, 2024.Simpl, India’s foremost Checkout Network, announced today its “Pass with Khata” campaign by partnering with Zepto, India’s fastest-growing e-grocery service. As part of this campaign, Simpl is offering up to 5% cashback on every transaction made by Zepto Pass members, for all users.  Additionally, users can enjoy benefits from the recently launched Zepto Pass, which provides unlimited free deliveries, 10% off on fruits and vegetables, 10% off on Zepto Cafe and up to 20% on all other orders. The Khata-like feature allows users to clear all their bills for grocery purchases at once every fortnight.Launched on February 29th, Zepto Pass has become the fastest loyalty program to achieve a 1 million user base in just one week of its rollo...
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Swiggy launches ‘Pawlice’ initiative
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Swiggy launches ‘Pawlice’ initiative

New Delhi, April 12, 2024.Pet parents can now report missing pets on the Swiggy app for harnessing the network of its delivery partners in the search efforts, under an initiative called 'Swiggy Pawlice' unveiled by the on-demand convenience platform.Swiggy launched the feature on Thursday on the occasion of National Pet Day, which falls on April 11.The company also said it will support employees on pet care and adoption with the introduction of a 'Paw-ternity' policy.
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7th round of the India-Peru Trade Agreement Negotiations concludes in New Delhi
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7th round of the India-Peru Trade Agreement Negotiations concludes in New Delhi

New Delhi, April 12, 2024.The seventh round of negotiations for the India-Peru Trade Agreement took place in New Delhi, India from April 8 to April 11, 2024. The discussions involved understanding priorities and concerns of each other and ensuring that the negotiations are rooted in mutual respect and benefit.At the start of the seventh-round negotiations, Mr. Sunil Barthwal, Commerce Secretary, Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, said that the history of India-Peru diplomatic relations dates back to the 1960s. He referred to the visit of H.E. Ms. Teresa Stella Mera Gomez, Vice Minister of Foreign Trade, Peru to India and the bilateral discussions held during the sidelines of the 9th CII India-LAC Conclave in August, 2023, which played a key role in re...
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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility and Shellpartner to deliver superior EV charging experiences across India
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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility and Shellpartner to deliver superior EV charging experiences across India

Mumbai, April 2024.Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEM), known for pioneering India's electric vehicle (EV) revolution, has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with Shell India Markets Private Limited (SIMPL) to collaborate in establishing public charging stations across India.The collaboration will leverage Shell's widespread fuel station network and TPEM's insights from over 1.4 lakh Tata EVs on Indian roads to set up chargers at locations frequently visited by Tata EV owners. Additionally, both companies will work towards delivering superior charging experiences.To improve the experience of EV owners across India, this agreement between TPEM and Shell India Markets Private Limited (SIMPL) aims to explore synergies between the two companies to encourage more ...
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Salman Khan’s next movie is titled ‘Sikander’, to release in theatres on Eid 2025
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Salman Khan’s next movie is titled ‘Sikander’, to release in theatres on Eid 2025

Mumbai, April 11, 2024.Superstar Salman Khan on Thursday announced that his next film has been titled "Sikander" and will be released in theatres across the country on Eid 2025.Salman will play the titular role in the movie, which will be directed by A R Murugadoss. The project will be produced by Sajid Nadiadwala’s banner Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.
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Hexaware Recognized for Best Practices in CSR at the 10th Annual CSR Summit and Awards
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Hexaware Recognized for Best Practices in CSR at the 10th Annual CSR Summit and Awards

New Delhi, April 11, 2024. Hexaware Technologies, a leading global IT services provider, was honored in the 'Best Use of CSR Practices in Various Sectors' at the 10th edition of the CSR Summit and Award. The CSR Summit and Awards bring together business leaders, corporate social responsibility (CSR) professionals, NGOs, and policymakers to share best practices and brainstorm solutions for positive social impact.From education and healthcare to women's empowerment and environmental initiatives, the CSR Summit showcased Hexaware's exceptional commitment to making a positive difference across various social issues. The global technology major's targeted programs with partners like Space Kidz India and the American India Foundation ignited a passion for Science, Technology, Engine...
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Canon India introduces a new entity ‘Canon NorthStar
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Canon India introduces a new entity ‘Canon NorthStar

New Delhi, April 11, 2024.Canon India takes a giant leap forward in the imaging industry with the launch of 'Canon NorthStar', an innovative one stop solution platform inclusive of end to end advisory, equipment and associated services, by bringing together finest technology companies and industry experts, to enable customers in setting up complete studio operations.Derived from its namesake, 'NorthStar' embodies the guiding role in providing direction to aspiring studio owners by becoming the one-stop solution to address the burgeoning demand across diverse sectors such as production studios, broadcasting, OTT, podcasting studios, educational institutions, virtual production environments, YouTube channels, VR shoots and CGI shoots. Spanning across content creation, post-production...
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The Taste Company launches products in UAE
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The Taste Company launches products in UAE

New Delhi, April 11, 2024.Hyderabad-based The Taste Company, which is into the ready-to-eat food segment, on Thursday announced it has forayed into the overseas markets by launching its products in the UAE.The company is also gearing up to expand its operations to the UK, the US and Singapore, a release said here.Currently, The Taste Company makes 18 products that comprise five breakfast varieties, seven types of vegetarian meal and six non-vegetarian meal varieties, it said.
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Mercedes-Benz India reports best-ever retail sales in FY24
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Mercedes-Benz India reports best-ever retail sales in FY24

New Delhi, April 11, 2024.German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz on Thursday reported its highest-ever retail sales in a financial year in India in 2023-24, driven by strong demand for its SUV range.The company sold 18,123 units last fiscal, a growth of 10 per cent over 16,497 units in the 2022-23 fiscal."We achieved the best-ever month, highest-ever quarter and best-ever fiscal in India. This trust reflects in the unmatched desirability for Mercedes-Benz in India, resulting in an overwhelming customer response," Mercedes-Benz India MD and CEO Santosh Iyer said in a statement.
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Telecom Tariff hike imminent; expect 15-“17 pc rise post election
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Telecom Tariff hike imminent; expect 15-“17 pc rise post election

New Delhi, April 11, 2024.The telecom industry is expected to take a 15-17 per cent tariff hike post general elections, according to an analyst report that termed the tariff increase in the sector as "imminent" with Airtel as the biggest beneficiary.The general election in the world's largest democracy is scheduled to be held in seven phases between April 19 and June 1, and results will be declared on June 4."We expect the industry to take a 15-17 per cent tariff hike post the elections," a report by Antique Stock Broking said, as it described the tariff hike as imminent and Bharti as the biggest beneficiary.
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KABIL and CSIR-IMMT sign MoU for Technical and Knowledge cooperation for Critical Minerals
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KABIL and CSIR-IMMT sign MoU for Technical and Knowledge cooperation for Critical Minerals

New Delhi, April 11, 2024.Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT) for Technical & Knowledge cooperation for Critical Minerals. The MoU was signed by Shri Sadashiv Samantaray, Director (Commercial), NALCO & CEO, KABIL and Dr. Ramanuj Narayan, Director, CSIR-IMMT, in the presence of Shri Sridhar Patra, CMD, NALCO & Chairman, KABIL, at NALCO Corporate Office in BhubaneswarUnder the MoU, KABIL will leverage the technical expertise and services of CSIR-IMMT to undertake various projects, including the design and analysis of metallurgical test work-plans, development and review of process flowsheets, and the selection o...
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