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Bandhan Life Insurance Products Now Available on Bajaj Markets
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Bandhan Life Insurance Products Now Available on Bajaj Markets

New Delhi, May 22, 2024.Bajaj Markets, a digital financial marketplace, has partnered with Bandhan Life Insurance Limited (Formerly known as Aegon Life). This helps individuals access life insurance plans conveniently on Bajaj Markets. On this marketplace, individuals can explore life insurance policies offered by Bandhan Life Insurance Limited, such as:•  iTerm Comfort: Affordable term insurance with tax benefits and add-ons for comprehensive protection. Premiums start at Rs. 493/month.•  iTerm Prime: Customisable term insurance with flexible premiums and coverage amounts to tailor protection to individuals’ needs. Premiums start at Rs. 404/month.•  iGuarantee Max Savings: Combines life insurance with savings, offering enhanced financial security an...
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MAI Labs Unveils MayaaVerse, Bets Big onImmersive Tech
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MAI Labs Unveils MayaaVerse, Bets Big onImmersive Tech

New Delhi, 22nd May 2024.MAI Labs, a leader in the deep tech known for its innovative,immersive,and regulatory technologies, proudly announces the launch of MayaaVerse. This state-of-the-art immersive tech platform is embedded with AI and engineered to revolutionize human interactions and creativity within digital realms, offering unparalleled virtual immersion.According to a report by Mckinsey, the immersive tech domain presents a vast opportunity, projected to generate up to $5 trillion by 2030 across consumer and enterprise applications. With significant investments already pouring in, it is poised to revolutionize both commercial and personal spheres, impacting our lives profoundly.MAI Labs is backed by global investors who have committed over $17.5 million at a valuation o...
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Shriram General Insurance’s Q4 Results
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Shriram General Insurance’s Q4 Results

Jaipur, May 2024.Shriram General Insurance Company (SGIC) has announced that its Gross Written Premium (GWP) during Q4 FY24 has increased by 30% to Rs 876 crore, over the same period last year.  For the fiscal year ended March 2024, the insurer witnessed a 34% growth in GWP, surpassing the industry growth of 12.8%. The company wrote 1474981 policies in Q4FY24 and earned a net profit of Rs. 121 crore during the fourth quarter of FY24. Profits for the year rose 22% YoY at Rs 455 crore. The company has settled 55997 claims during Q4 FY24, compared to 42442 in the year ago period. The solvency ratio was 4.02 as of March 2024 against the regulatory requirement margin of 1.5. The number of live policies has gone up from 52.95 l...
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Intellect launches eMACH.ai-composed Intellect Digital Core for Cooperative Banks 
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Intellect launches eMACH.ai-composed Intellect Digital Core for Cooperative Banks 

Mumbai, May 2024.Intellect Design Arena Ltd, a cloud-native, future-ready, multi-product Financial Technology company for the world’s leading banking and insurance clients, announces the launch of the Intellect Digital Core for Cooperative Banks in India. This comprehensive, enterprise-grade banking technology solution is composed of eMACH.ai, the world’s largest open finance platform engineered by the ‘First Principles’ Thinking for financial institutions to design future-ready technology solutions. Drawing on the composable and contextual core banking technology that runs some of the world’s largest banks, Intellect brings the same expertise for cooperative banks as a Digital India initiative. With three decades of domain expertise and ‘Design Thinking’ at our core, we have ...
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Gentle Monster: Grab TECNO CAMON 30 Series with massive 512GB ROM on May 23rd
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Gentle Monster: Grab TECNO CAMON 30 Series with massive 512GB ROM on May 23rd

New Delhi, May 22, 2024.The wait is finally over! TECNO, the global smartphone, just announced the sale of the smartphone that brings the photography revolution. The TECNO CAMON 30 Series sets new standards in mobile photography, emphasizing TECNO's commitment to capturing in style. Starting at an incredible price of ₹19,999, the highly awaited lineup includes the CAMON 30 5G available in two storage variants and the CAMON 30 Premier 5G.With features such as India's first 100MP OIS Mode with 50MP AF Front Camera, Super Night Mode, and AI enhancements, CAMON 30 Series encourages users to "See what's never been seen" allowing users to capture the best possible video and photography effortlessly, turning every moment into a true masterpiece.Get ready to embrace the extraordin...
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The Calcutta High Court scraps OBC status of several classes in Bengal; benefits obtained already not to be affectedThe Calcutta High Court 
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The Calcutta High Court scraps OBC status of several classes in Bengal; benefits obtained already not to be affectedThe Calcutta High Court 

Kolkata, May 22, 2024.The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday struck down the OBC status of several classes in West Bengal granted since 2010, finding such reservations to vacancies in services and posts in the state are illegal.Passing judgment on petitions challenging the provisions of the Act, the court clarified that the services of citizens of the struck-down classes, who are already in service or have availed the benefit of reservation or have succeeded in any selection process of the state will not be affected by the order.The number of enlisted persons under OBC in West Bengal after 2010 is likely to be above five lakhs, one of the lawyers representing the petitioners said.
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India exports over 45,000 tonnes onion after lifting ban
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India exports over 45,000 tonnes onion after lifting ban

New Delhi, May 22, 2024.India has exported more than 45,000 tonnes of onion since the ban on outbound shipments was lifted early this month, a top government official said on Wednesday.These exports provided relief to farmers after curbs were imposed to keep domestic supplies steady ahead of general elections.The world's biggest vegetable exporter banned exports of the bulb last December and then extended it in March, after a rise in prices triggered by sluggish production.
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Motorola edge 50 Fusion Goes on Sale
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Motorola edge 50 Fusion Goes on Sale

New Delhi, May 22, 2024.Motorola, India’s fastest-growing Android brand recently launched the motorola edge 50 Fusion, disrupting the sub 25K smartphone segment with its numerous segment best features. The motorola edge 50 Fusion comes with the segment’s most advanced Sony-LYTIA™ 700C sensor in its primary camera, the segment’s only IP68 underwater protection with Smart Water touch technology, and segment’s brightest 144Hz 10-bit pOLED 3D curved display with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5 protection. It goes on sale today at 12 PM onwards on Flipkart, Motorola.in and leading retail stores across India at an incredible limited period offer price starting just at Rs. 20,999 including all offers.The motorola edge 50 Fusion is equipped with a 50MP 2.0µm Ultra Pixel Main OIS Camera with...
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Jitendra Singh (Sabu) Headlines New Web Series on Neeb Karori Baba
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Jitendra Singh (Sabu) Headlines New Web Series on Neeb Karori Baba

New Delhi, May 22, 2024.Jai Sanatan Cinema has announced an exciting new web series titled Baba Neeb Karori... Mauni Maa featuring Jitendra Singh (Sabu) in the lead role as Neeb Karori Baba and Navni Parihar as Mouni Maa. (Promo: https://youtu.be/NPw5xS9nOss?si=q9v-rYpcQJIrECsT) The series promises to offer a captivating portrayal of the revered Hindu guru whose teachings have influenced countless lives both in India and abroad. The recording for the series’ soundtrack, featuring renowned singer Mujtaba Aziz Naza, took place today at Studio Space in Andheri, Mumbai. The event witnessed the presence of notable actors such as Navni Parihar, Amit Behl, Jaya Bhattacharya, Deepak Qazir, Mukul Naag, Tinaa Ghaai, Sunil Pal, adding to the series' anticipated star power.Neeb Karori Bab...
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TATA AIG’s Student Travel Insurance: Safeguarding Your Dreams Abroad
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TATA AIG’s Student Travel Insurance: Safeguarding Your Dreams Abroad

Mumbai, May 22, 2024.TATA AIG General Insurance Company Limited, one of the leading insurance providers of India, offers Student Guard- Overseas Travel Insurance specifically designed to address the students pursuing their education abroad. This comprehensive plan empowers students to focus on their academic pursuits with peace of mind, knowing they are financially protected against unforeseen circumstances such as: •  Accident & Sickness Medical Expenses•  Accidental Death and Dismemberment•  Emergency Medical Evacuation•  Repatriation of Remains•  Loss of Passport•  Baggage Delay / Loss (Common Carrier)•  Trip Delay Some of the key features of the policy include:Unforeseen Medical Expenses:...
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Nippon India Mutual Fund Launches Industry-First Sonic Identity: The Sound of Freedom
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Nippon India Mutual Fund Launches Industry-First Sonic Identity: The Sound of Freedom

New Delhi, May 22, 2024.Nippon Life India Asset Management Limited (NAM India), the asset manager of Nippon India Mutual Fund (NIMF), proudly announces the unveiling of its groundbreaking sonic identity — a powerful soundscape symbolizing financial freedom.NIMF is the first asset management company (AMC) in India to launch its own brand sound. This innovative initiative underscores the company's commitment to innovation and fostering deeper connections with investors.Inspired by the trust of NIMF's investors, the brand sound embodies the essence of reliability and establishes a distinct brand identity in the competitive financial landscape. It serves as a testament to the company's gratitude towards its investors.Crafted by BrandMusiq, India's leading specialist in sonic id...
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Asian Taekwondo championship – A historic medal boosted confidence: Rupa Rodali Barua also won the bronze medal
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Asian Taekwondo championship – A historic medal boosted confidence: Rupa Rodali Barua also won the bronze medal

New Delhi ,May 22 2024. I am proud to have won a historic medal in the Asian Taekwondo championship held in Vietnam. This bronze medal has boosted my confidence. I am very happy that the dream of winning a medal for the country at the international level has come true. This was stated by Rupa Bayor who won the bronze medal in this competition. Meanwhile Rodali Barua won the bronze medal in the Kyorugi category at the same event. Rupa further said that Federation president Namdev Shirgaonkar, coach Abhishek Dubey guided in the best way. So, I definitely made it to the team, said bronze medalist Rupa Bayor, who attributed her success to the federation. She won a bronze medal in the individual event in the Poomsae category.The young player from Arunachal Pradesh won the bronze med...
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Cleartrip adds a host of travel benefits to Flipkart’s and Myntra’s Reward Programs
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Cleartrip adds a host of travel benefits to Flipkart’s and Myntra’s Reward Programs

Bengaluru, May 2024.With its customer-centric approach, Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, will now extend unique flight and hotel booking benefits to members of Flipkart Plus and Myntra Insiders (loyalty programs for Flipkart and Myntra). This strategic move reflects the commitment to enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering loyalty across the Flipkart Group of companies and its ecosystem of brands, including Cleartrip and Myntra.The program will help maximize user benefits with each transaction. Cleartrip will now provide an array of Value-Added Services (VAS), which will also be extended to loyalists of the Flipkart group companies.Key Features of the Flipkart Group Companies Benefits Program:Flipkart VIP: Members enrolled in the VIP tier can access ClearChoice Max (Fr...
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FSSAI finds no trace of ethylene oxide in samples of MDH, Everest spices in 28 lab reports
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FSSAI finds no trace of ethylene oxide in samples of MDH, Everest spices in 28 lab reports

New Delhi, May 21, 2024.Food regulator FSSAI has not found any trace of ethylene oxide in samples of spices of two major brands MDH and Everest that were tested in 28 accredited laboratories, sources said.According to them, reports from six other laboratories are still pending.Last month, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) started taking samples of spices in powder form of all brands, including MDH and Everest, from across the country in view of quality concerns flagged by Hong Kong and Singapore.
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Lok Sabha elections: Phase 5 turnout at 62.19 pc; nears 2019 polling percentage
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Lok Sabha elections: Phase 5 turnout at 62.19 pc; nears 2019 polling percentage

New Delhi, May 21, 2024.The fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections has so far registered a voter turnout of approximately 62.19 per cent, 1.97 percentage points less than 2019.With the end of polls in the fifth phase on Monday evening, voting has been completed in 25 states and Union Territories and 428 constituencies in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. Two more phases -- on May 25 and June 1 -- are remaining now.In the corresponding phase in the 2019 polls, the turnout was registered at 64.16 per cent when 51 seats across seven states went to polls.
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COAI hopes Consumer Affairs Ministry’s draft guidelines will help tackle pesky calls
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COAI hopes Consumer Affairs Ministry’s draft guidelines will help tackle pesky calls

New Delhi, May 21, 2024.The draft guidelines being prepared by the Consumer Affairs Ministry will help tackle the menace of unregistered telemarketers, the apex telecom industry body COAI said on Tuesday.The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) -- whose members include Reliance Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea etc -- said the industry body is working closely with the government and regulator to address the issue of unsolicited commercial communications (UCC).COAI Director General SP Kochhar said the industry body and its members are also part of the committee, formed by the Department of Consumer Affairs to tackle the menace of pesky calls from unregistered telemarketers.
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BYJU’S starts new batches at 240 out of 262 BYJU’S Tuition Centres
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BYJU’S starts new batches at 240 out of 262 BYJU’S Tuition Centres

New Delhi, May 21, 2024.Edtech firm Think & Learn, owner of BYJU'S brand, on Tuesday said it has started new batches for the 2024-25 academic session at 240 out of 262 BYJU'S Tuition Centres with reduced fees.The company spokesperson said that batches at remaining 22 centres will start in another two weeks."BYJU'S Tuition Centres (BTCs), India's largest and strongest network of learning centres, have started batches for the 2024-25 academic session in full swing across their 240 locations. For the current academic year, BYJU'S has dropped the annual fee for BTCs to just Rs 36,000,"
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Sania Mirza shares special name plate for house with son Ishaan
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Sania Mirza shares special name plate for house with son Ishaan

New Delhi, May 21, 2024.Sania Mirza has shared a special name plate for her house with son Ishaan and put out an Instagram post to celebrate her life at the moment. Sania shared a collection of images on her social media platforms to show the new addition to their home.Sania and her then-husband and Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik were blessed with Ishaan in October 2018. Sania would announce her retirement from the game in 2023 after the Australian Open. Since then, she has been working as pundit for the major grand slams.
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Vivo Y200 Pro 5G smartphone launched in India
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Vivo Y200 Pro 5G smartphone launched in India

Jaipur. May 21, 2024.Chinese smartphone brand Vivo has launched the Y200 Pro 5G smartphone in its Y-series portfolio in India. The Y200 Pro 5G smartphone is the slimmest smartphone with 3D curved display in the segment, Vivo said in a press note. Offered in Silk Green and Silk Black colours, the Vivo Y200 Pro 5G smartphone is now available for purchase with introductory offers on Flipkart, Vivo India e-store, and select retail stores.The Vivo Y200 Pro smartphone sports a 6.78-inch 3D curved AMOLED display with FHD resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The smartphone weighs 172g and has a silk cloud texture design. Vivo said the smartphone has a 2.3mm narrow frame and an ultra-slim body. For imaging, the smartphone has a 64-megapixel main camera with optical image stabilisation. The ca...
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Infinix GT 20 Pro launched in India
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Infinix GT 20 Pro launched in India

Jaipur, May 21, 2024.The Infinix GT 20 Pro has been announced in India and it is a new entrant in the sub-Rs 25,000 segment. Some of the key features of the mid-range device are a 144Hz display, a Dimensity 8200 Ultimate SoC, a 5,000mAh battery, a triple rear camera setup, and more. It will be seen competing with OnePlus Nord CE 4, Nothing Phone 2a, iQOO Z9 and other devices. Here is a look at the top specs, key features and India price of the new Infinix phone.The Infinix GT 20 Pro comes with a starting price of Rs 24,999 for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model. The 12GB RAM + 256GB storage configuration will cost you Rs 26,999. There is a discount offer of Rs 2,000 on SBI, ICICI, and HDFC bank cards. This will effectively bring down the price to Rs 22,999. The mid-range device will...
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EPFO membership rises by 14.41 lakh in March, women and youth lead
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EPFO membership rises by 14.41 lakh in March, women and youth lead

New Delhi, May 21, 2024.The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) added 14.41 lakh net members in March as per the provisional payroll data released on May 20.The provisional payroll data shows that EPFO added 7.47 lakh new members during March 2024.The data revealed that the 18-25 age group made up 56.83% of the total new members added in March. This shows that the majority of individuals joining the organised workforce are young people and are first-time jobseekers.According to the data, approximately 11.80 lakh members rejoined EPFO after having left t earlier.These members switched their jobs and re-joined the establishments covered under EPFO and opted to transfer their savings instead of applying for final settlement, choosing long-term financial well-bein...
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Domestic air passenger growth in April slows to over two-year low of 2.4% YoY
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Domestic air passenger growth in April slows to over two-year low of 2.4% YoY

New Delhi, May 21, 2024.The growth in India’s domestic air passenger traffic slowed to 2.4 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in April, the lowest level of YoY growth in 26 months, mainly due to the high base of last year when the domestic aviation sector made a full recovery from the pandemic, indicates the data from the country’s civil aviation regulator. A few other factors constraining capacity deployment and ramp-up by Indian carriers have also been adding to the downward pressure on passenger growth over the past few months.The country’s total domestic air passenger pie expanded to 1.32 crore in April, up from 1.29 crore in the year-ago month, as per data from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Sequentially, the domestic air passenger traffic in April was 1.3 per cent...
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