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Shubman Gill nominated for ICC Player of the Month for February

7Mar

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Shubman Gill nominated for ICC Player of the Month for February

Dubai, March 07, 2025.Riding on his superb performance in the ODI series against England last month, ace India top-order batter Shubman Gill has been nominated along with Australia's Steve Smith and New Zealand's Glenn Phillips for the ICC 'Player of the Month' for February.Gill, who is currently in Dubai with the Indian team for the ongoing Champions Trophy, scored 406 runs, averaging 101.50 at a strike-rate of 94.19 in the five ODIs that he had played in February.Gill hit a purple patch in the three-match series against England, scoring 87 (in Nagpur), 60 (in Cuttack), and 112 (in Ahmedabad) as he was adjudged the 'Player of the Series' in the hosts' 3-0 clean sweep.

Women’s Day: White saris to technicolour portrayals: Hindi movie mothers evolve into fuller beings

7Mar

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Women’s Day: White saris to technicolour portrayals: Hindi movie mothers evolve into fuller beings

Mumbai, March 07, 2025.Almost always in a white sari, long-suffering and beyond reproach, waiting for her son to come home so she can tell him to wash up while she sets out his meal. That’s the mother figure imprinted in the collective memory of generations of Hindi cinema goers.That is fast changing. Images of the ideal 'ma' framed in sepia, all the way from Nirupa Roy to Rakhee, are giving way to the modern-day mother in her many shades who loves her children for sure but also maintains her individuality.As another women’s day comes around, time perhaps to look at the long distance travelled. More and more mothers in Hindi cinema, both mainstream and off it, now represent the concerns of everyday women, of those who have lives beyond their children. They have agency, often a ...

Star Health Insurance Launches ‘SheTARA’ to Champion Women’s Health on International Women’s Day

7Mar

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Star Health Insurance Launches ‘SheTARA’ to Champion Women’s Health on International Women’s Day

New Delhi, March 07, 2025.Star Health and Allied Insurance Limited (Star Health Insurance) is marking International Women's Day with the launch of 'SheTARA', a large-scale women's health initiative designed to provide free and accessible healthcare to women across Tamil Nadu through 40+ health camps, including a flagship event in Chennai's Anna Nagar branch. The initiative will provide essential medical screenings and raise awareness about preventive healthcare. Additionally, Star Health Insurance is encouraging women to join as insurance agents. The company highlights its success in Tamil Nadu with 16,000+ women agents who have generated over Rs. 420 crore in business volume and helped settle almost Rs. 250 crore in health claims during FY25 (Apr-Jan'25). The Company also has a very s...

Vijay Shekhar Sharma : The Man Behind Paytm’s Digital Revolution

7Mar

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Vijay Shekhar Sharma : The Man Behind Paytm’s Digital Revolution

New Delhi, March 07, 2025.Vijay Shekhar Sharma’s journey from a small-town boy in Aligarh to the founder of Paytm, one of India’s most significant digital payment platforms, is a story of resilience, innovation, and relentless ambition. Born on June 7, 1978, into a middle-class family, he grew up in an environment where education was valued but financial resources were limited. His father, a school teacher, and his mother, a homemaker, instilled in him the importance of knowledge and perseverance. From an early age, Vijay exhibited a keen interest in technology and problem-solving, setting the stage for his future as an entrepreneur.His academic brilliance was evident when he secured admission to the Delhi College of Engineering at just 15 years old, a milestone that brought both o...

TECNO Holi Rangotsav: Celebrating Colors, Festivities, and Big Wins

7Mar

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TECNO Holi Rangotsav: Celebrating Colors, Festivities, and Big Wins

New Delhi, March 07, 2025.Holi isn’t just about colors—it’s about celebrations, togetherness, and surprises. And this year, TECNO, the brand known for innovation and the best signal connectivity, is taking the festival of colors to the next level with the much-awaited TECNO Rangotsav—a vibrant celebration packed with excitement, joy, and some jaw-dropping rewards.To make this festival even more special, TECNO is giving customers a golden chance to win exciting prizes, just by purchasing a smartphone. Consumers who purchase any TECNO smartphone from the nearest retail store, from March 7 to March 31, 2025, can enter the lucky draw by simply scanning a QR code and submitting their details. And here’s the exciting part— twenty-four lucky winners will get a chance to win a brand-n...

Lifestyle diseases big health risk, 44 crore Indians may be suffering from obesity by 2050: PM

7Mar

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Lifestyle diseases big health risk, 44 crore Indians may be suffering from obesity by 2050: PM

Mumbai, March 07, 2025.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday stressed on the need to reduce weight as he cited a report which claimed that nearly 44 crore people in India may be obese by 2050.Calling obesity the root cause of many diseases, Modi urged people to fight the chronic health condition characterized by excessive body fat by doing regular physical exercises and reducing edible oil consumption by 10 per cent.He was addressing a gathering at Silvassa town in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, part of the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu located adjoining Gujarat.At the event, Modi inaugurated as well as performed ground-breaking ceremony for development and infrastructure projects worth Rs 2,587 crore for the Union territory."Diseases linked to ...

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Commemorates International Women’s Day 2025 with a Strong Commitment to Gender Diversity and Inclusion

6Mar

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Commemorates International Women’s Day 2025 with a Strong Commitment to Gender Diversity and Inclusion

Bangalore, 06 March 2025. In celebration of International Women’s Day, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reaffirms its commitment to fostering gender diversity and empowering women in the automotive industry. As part of its ongoing efforts to break gender barriers in the industry, TKM continues to prioritize policies and infrastructure that support women across manufacturing, technical, and leadership roles. With an aimto achieve 30% female representation by 2030, TKM has implemented a range of initiatives to support and uplift women within the organization.This year’sWomen’s Day theme, #AccelerateActionaligns with TKM’s vision of creating a workplace that nurtures talent, embraces inclusivity, and dismantles barriers in the manufacturing sector. To acknowledge the invaluable contr...

The Ultimate Coffee Experience in India: Nespresso’s First Boutique Opening in New Delhi

6Mar

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The Ultimate Coffee Experience in India: Nespresso’s First Boutique Opening in New Delhi

New Delhi, March 2025.Nespresso, the pioneer in premium portioned coffee, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first boutique at Select Citywalk Mall, Ground Floor, Saket, New Delhi. This launch marks a significant milestone in Nespresso's global expansion following its initial entry into India in late 2024.The new boutique offers coffee enthusiasts an immersive experience, showcasing Nespresso's iconic range of high-quality coffees and state-of-the-art machines. Consumers can explore and savor a variety of coffee blends, receive personalized recommendations from trained coffee specialists, and learn about Nespresso's commitment to sustainability.Philipp Navratil, CEO of Nespresso, said: "The launch of the Nespresso boutique in Delhi is a testament to our commitment...

HFCL OFFERS SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITY & SECURITY SOLUTIONS AT MAHAKUMBH 2025, ALONG WITH TELECOM OPERATORS AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROVIDERS

6Mar

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HFCL OFFERS SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITY & SECURITY SOLUTIONS AT MAHAKUMBH 2025, ALONG WITH TELECOM OPERATORS AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROVIDERS

New Delhi, March 2025.HFCL Limited (HFCL), a leading technology enterprise and provider of integrated next-gen communication solutions successfully enabled robust connectivity at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, supporting one of the world’s largest religious events, with over 660 million pilgrims attending in 45 days. The solution was conceptualized and offered in partnership with one of the leading operators who front-ended this mega requirement at the world’s largest congregation of devotees.Additionally, HFCL also offered top-of-the-line security infrastructure solutions in partnership with a leading infrastructure provider. These deployments showcase HFCL’s expertise in leveraging indigenous technology to deliver high-performance network solutions at scale.The sheer ...

Central Electricity Authority to Honor frontline workforce of the Power Sector at Fifth Edition of Lineman Diwas on March 4, 2025

6Mar

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Central Electricity Authority to Honor frontline workforce of the Power Sector at Fifth Edition of Lineman Diwas on March 4, 2025

New Delhi, March 2025.Central Electricity Authority (CEA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Power, in collaboration with Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd (Tata Power-DDL) today successfully organized the Fifth Edition of 'Lineman Diwas', in New Delhi. The day is being celebrated in order to recognize the invaluable contributions of linemen and ground maintenance staff, the backbone of India's power sector. More than 180 linemen from over 45 State and Private Power Distribution, Generation, and Transmission Companies across India came together to share experiences, challenges, and key moments in maintaining an uninterrupted power supply. Additionally, the event served as a vital platform for exchanging ideas, discussing best safety practices, and fostering collective learning amo...

YouTube just launched a cheaper premium plan

6Mar

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YouTube just launched a cheaper premium plan

New Delhi, March 06, 2025.YouTube has unveiled Premium Lite, a new low-cost subscription plan designed for users who want an ad-free experience without breaking the bank. Currently available in the United States as a pilot, this affordable plan costs $7.99 (around ₹696) per month, making it the cheapest way to watch videos without ads. YouTube has confirmed plans to expand Premium Lite to more regions, including Australia, Germany, and Thailand, in the coming weeks.While Premium Lite removes most ads, it does come with some trade-offs compared to the full YouTube Premium subscription. What you get: uninterrupted video streaming. What’s missing? No access to YouTube Music, meaning ads will still appear when watching music videos or listening to songs. Additionally, features like bac...

National Dentist Day- 85% of adults have impacted wisdom teeth

6Mar

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National Dentist Day- 85% of adults have impacted wisdom teeth

Jaipur, March 06, 2025.We all must have gone through some kind of dental discomfort in life. But wisdom tooth pain is something which is a universal experience that can make even the bravest souls anxious.Just thinking about its extraction makes many of us worried. Today's younger generation is increasingly grappling with impacted wisdom teeth issues, making this concern more relevant than ever.But our dental health experts warn us not to avoid this pain and get it treated on time.According to a 2024 study published in the Journal of Dental Research, approximately 85% of adults experience wisdom tooth pain at some point.Around 70% of young adults aged 20-30 years are dealing with the impacted wisdom tooth problems.

India Semicon Mission-2 in the works; govt mulls supporting ambitious chip designs: IT Secretary

6Mar

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India Semicon Mission-2 in the works; govt mulls supporting ambitious chip designs: IT Secretary

Gujrat, March 06, 2025.The government is ready with an outline of next phase of India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and discussions are on internally for its rollout, a senior government official said on Thursday.Speaking at IESA Vision Summit, Ministry of Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan said the government is also mulling supporting ambitious chip design projects in the country as well as semiconductor packaging designs."The next stage of ISM is in the works. We have had discussions, discussions with many of the stakeholders, including many amongst you, as to how to design the programme. The design and the outline is ready, and there's undergoing detailed discussions internally in the government," he said.

Brain activity during sleep could predict recovery of patients with brain injury: Study

6Mar

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Brain activity during sleep could predict recovery of patients with brain injury: Study

New Delhi, March 06, 2025.Sleep spindles or brain activity occurring during the non-dreaming stage of sleep could help predict recovery of consciousness and independent functioning in those who suffered a brain injury, a new study has suggested.Researchers from Columbia University and the NewYork-Presbyterian healthcare system, US, said the studies have shown that unresponsive patients with a recent brain injury can possess a degree of consciousness hidden from families and doctors.For the study, published in the journal Nature Medicine, the researchers looked through electroencephalograms or EEG recordings of brain activity in 226 comatose patients taken over a night.

Parkinson’s disease could affect over 2.5 crore people globally by 2050: Study

6Mar

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Parkinson’s disease could affect over 2.5 crore people globally by 2050: Study

New Delhi, March 06, 2025.More than 2.5 crore people in the world could be living with Parkinson's disease by 2050, largely driven by an ageing population, according to a study.Researchers, including those from the Capital Medical University, China, said the projected numbers are a 112 per cent increase from cases in 2021.Further, cases of the neurological disorder from South Asia are predicted to be the second highest at 68 lakh, following East Asia (over 1 crore), the findings, published in The British Medical Journal, suggested.

Gujarat Giants take on dominant Delhi Capitals with eye on WPL playoffs

6Mar

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Gujarat Giants take on dominant Delhi Capitals with eye on WPL playoffs

Lucknow, March 06, 2025.With two consecutive wins firming up their bid for a spot in the Women's Premier League playoffs, Gujarat Giants will look to carry forward the momentum in their top-of-the-table clash against Delhi Capitals here on Friday.Gujarat Giants were languishing at the bottom of the WPL points table but two big wins — by six wickets over Royal Challengers Bengaluru and by 81 runs against UP Warriorz — have propelled them to the second position in the five-team points table.On Friday, the second-ranked Giants, with six points in as many games, will have the perfect opportunity to put their recent ascent to test against a formidable Delhi Capitals, who sit atop the table with 10 points.

R Madhvan-Nayanthara’s film ‘Test’ to release on Netflix in April

6Mar

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R Madhvan-Nayanthara’s film ‘Test’ to release on Netflix in April

Mumbai, March_06, 2025.Actors R Madhavan and Nayanthara-starrer “Test” is set to premiere on April 4 on Netflix, the streamer announced Thursday.The cricket drama, which also features Siddharth and Meera Jasmine, marks the directorial debut of producer S Sashikanth, the founder of banner YNOT Studios.Set against the backdrop of high-stakes cricket, it's an emotional rollercoaster that puts the lives of a national-level cricketer (Siddharth), a genius scientist (Madhavan) and a passionate teacher (Nayanthara) on a collision course and forces them to make choices that test their ambition, sacrifice and courage.

Shweta Tripathi to produce queer love story about two women

6Mar

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Shweta Tripathi to produce queer love story about two women

Mumbai, March 06, 2025.Actor-producer Shweta Tripathi on Thursday announced her maiden home-production film, which will be a women-led queer love story.The upcoming movie is a love story between two women, which Tripathi initially joined as an actor before deciding to back it as a producer.The actor, known for her work in “Mirzapur” series, “Masaan”, and “Haramkhor”, said she is pleased to have made her debut as a producer with a LGBTQIA+ movie.

RSS’s Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha to be held in Bengaluru from March 21 to 23

6Mar

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RSS’s Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha to be held in Bengaluru from March 21 to 23

Bengaluru, March 06 2025.The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh on Wednesday announced that its Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha will be held in Bengaluru from March 21 to 23.In the Sangh system, this Baithak (meeting) is considered the highest decision-making body and is organised annually. The Baithak will take place on the premises of Janseva Vidya Kendra, located at Channenahalli near Bengaluru, the RSS said in a in a statement.The annual report (Karyavritta) for the previous year (2024-25) will be discussed in the Baithak, along with a critical analysis of it. Reports on special initiatives will also be presented.Noting that the RSS will complete 100 years of its establishment on Vijayadashami (Dussehra) 2025, the organisation stated that the period from Vijayadashami 2025 t...

Tata Power & Schneider Electric join hands for sustainable and efficient power distribution with SF6 Free Ring Main Units

6Mar

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Tata Power & Schneider Electric join hands for sustainable and efficient power distribution with SF6 Free Ring Main Units

New Delhi, March 06, 2025.Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has secured a landmark contract from Tata Power Company Limited, Mumbai, for the deployment of 11kV SF6-Free Ring Main Units (RMUs) using Schneider Electric’s cutting-edge RM AirSeT SF6 Free technology. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in India’s journey towards sustainable and efficient power distribution."Tata Power and Schneider Electric are launching these RMUs in Mumbai & Delhi area around a new generation of MV/LV substation equipment as an alternative to the use of SF6 (sulphur hexafluoride) gas. SF6 gas, today used in MV electrical equipment for its high insulating and dielectric properties, is extremely useful for medium and high v...

6Mar

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Federal Bank Welcomes Vidya Balan as its First-Ever Brand Ambassador

New Delhi, March 06, 2025.Federal Bank, one of India's leading private sector banks with an impressive legacy over the years, today announced the appointment of acclaimed actress, Vidya Balan, as its first-ever brand ambassador. The announcement was made during a special ceremony in Mumbai, where Ms. Balan was presented with a commemorative memento by Mr. K.V.S. Manian, Managing Director & CEO of Federal Bank.This association is an important milestone in the brand's journey as it continues to enhance its market position. The Bank's senior team in a recent analyst meet had laid out clear directional path for the Bank, and brand transformation was one of the significant themes.M V S Murthy, Chief Marketing Officer of the Bank, said that Ms. Balan was a ve...

MoU between RVUNL and Singareni Collieries

6Mar

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MoU between RVUNL and Singareni Collieries

Jaipur,March 06, 2025.Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government has taken important decisions for a strong transmission system and production of thermal and renewable energy in the state. With these far-reaching decisions, Rajasthan will soon emerge as the 'energy provider' in the country. He said that the MoU signed between Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RVUNL) and Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), an undertaking of the Central Government and Telangana Government, will prove to be a milestone in the direction of power generation and supply in the state.Sharma was addressing the MoU signing program organized between Singareni Collieries Company Limited and Rajasthan Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited...

Mines Department collected record revenue of Rs 7963 crore with 24% growth

6Mar

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Mines Department collected record revenue of Rs 7963 crore with 24% growth

Jaipur, March 06, 2025.Principal Secretary Mines and Geology T. Ravikant has said that in view of the end of the financial year, the focus of the department is to collect as much revenue as possible. For this, revenue collection will be monitored on a daily basis. He said that the Mines Department has created a new record of revenue earning by depositing revenue of more than Rs 7963 crore in the treasury with a growth rate of 24 percent till March 3. He said that the department will move forward towards new goals and create a new record of revenue collection.Principal Secretary Mines and Geology T. Ravikant was holding a meeting of Director Mines Deepak Tanwar, JS Mines Ashu Chaudhary and senior officials of the department in Khanij Bhawan on Tuesday. He said that the Mines Departm...