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Former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind to confer Special TIOL Awards in the field of economics, policy-making and fiscal federalism on Prof. Jagdish Bhagwati , Dr. Vijay Kelkar & Shri N. K. Singh

2Apr

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Former President Shri Ram Nath Kovind to confer Special TIOL Awards in the field of economics, policy-making and fiscal federalism on Prof. Jagdish Bhagwati , Dr. Vijay Kelkar & Shri N. K. Singh

New Delhi, March, 2024.India’s pioneering platform for deliberations on a wide-range of economic, public finance and harcore taxation issues – ‘TIOL’ will be organizing a special award ceremony on 6thApril, 2024, wherein the former President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovindwill honour eminent Indian-American economist and a Professor of Economics & Law at Columbia University Prof. Jagdish N. Bhagwati with prestigious ‘TIOL Kautilya Global Award 2023’, and the duo of prominent policymakers Dr. Vijay Kelkar, Chairman, 13th Finance Commission of India and Shri N. K. Singh, Chairman, 15th Finance Commission of India with ‘TIOL Fiscal Heritage Award 2023’ for their profound & unparallel contribution to the field of economics &their impact on policy making. This one-day event ...

2Apr

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Audi India grows 33% in FY23-24

Mumbai, April 2024.Audi India has retailed 7,027 units in FY23-24 posting an overall growth of 33%. The brand has retailed 1,046 units in Q1 2024 encountering notable challenges with sales compared to the corresponding period last year, primarily due to supply chain disruptions.Mr. Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head of Audi India said, “We have seen robust growth of 33% in FY23-24 on the back of a diverse portfolio. Our product portfolio continues to witness strong demand and we are poised to overcome supply challenges. Despite ongoing growth in the luxury market, which is tapering off on the back of record-breaking sales in 2023, we are confident about the industry's potential to exceed 50,000 cars in 2024.”Audi Approved: plus the pre-owned car business also grew at 50%...

REC wins SKOCH ESG Award 2024 in Renewable Energy Financing Category

2Apr

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REC wins SKOCH ESG Award 2024 in Renewable Energy Financing Category

New Delhi, April 02, 2024.REC Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power and a leading NBFC, has been bestowed with the SKOCH ESG Award 2024 in the 'Renewable Energy Financing' category. The award underscores REC's dedication to sustainable financing, paving the way for a greener future and accelerating the transition to renewable energy. Executive Director, REC Limited, Shri T.S.C. Bosh received the award in New Delhi.REC has emerged as a significant player in India's clean energy transition, actively contributing to the nation's sustainable future. Through various initiatives and achievements, REC has committed to numerous sustainable projects and signed various MOUs for green projects.Furthermore, REC has engaged in one-on-one discussio...

Mumbai International Film Festival’s Doc Film Bazaar Submission Deadline Extended till April 10

2Apr

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Mumbai International Film Festival’s Doc Film Bazaar Submission Deadline Extended till April 10

New Delhi, April 2024.The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced the extension of the submission dates of projects for the first-ever Doc Film Bazaar which is being organised alongside the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF). The deadline, which was earlier March 31, 2024, has been extended to April 10, 2024 for the ease of submission of projects by filmmakers working in geographically remote areas of the country.The Bazaar will be held from 16th to 18th June 2024, in Mumbai. The Doc Film Bazaar aims to be a first-of-its-kind comprehensive platform designed to promote and support documentary, short films and animation content showcasing talent in filmmaking, production and distribution.The key segments of the Doc Film Bazaar consist of Doc Co-Producti...

MG Motor’s sales in India declines by 23% in March 2024

2Apr

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MG Motor’s sales in India declines by 23% in March 2024

Jaipur, April 02, 2024.MG Motor India on Monday reported a 23 per cent dip in retail sales at 4,648 units in March as compared to the same month last year.The automaker had sold 6,051 units in March 2023.In FY 2023-24, the carmaker said IT registered around 14 per cent year on year growth in sales over FY 2022-23. It, however, did not share figures for the same.

GST collections hit Rs 1.78 lakh crore in April 2023-March 2024

2Apr

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GST collections hit Rs 1.78 lakh crore in April 2023-March 2024

GST collections in March grew 11.5 per cent to Rs 1.78 lakh crore, buoyed by domestic transactions, the finance ministry said on Monday.The gross GST collection for the last fiscal (April 2023-March 2024) stood at Rs 20.14 lakh crore, 11.7 per cent higher than the mop-up in the preceding fiscal.The average monthly gross collection for FY24 stood at Rs 1.68 lakh crore, exceeding Rs 1.5 lakh crore in the preceding fiscal.

The AI-Based Smart Contract Audit Service “Bunzz Audit” Has Officially Launched

2Apr

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The AI-Based Smart Contract Audit Service “Bunzz Audit” Has Officially Launched

New Delhi, April 2024.Bunzz launches "Bunzz Audit," an AI-driven smart contract auditing service offering fast, cost-effective audits with actionable insights for security improvements, scanning contracts from over 100 perspectives using AI and an extensive database.Overcoming the Challenges of Traditional Smart Contract Audits in Blockchain ProjectsBlockchain-related projects trade users' assets on-chain, and the smart contracts governing this logic are at risk of being attacked. As a measure, "smart contract audits (Audit)" are conducted, but users of existing major audit firms face the following challenges:The cost of traditional audit firms is very high (from 10K to 1M of USD).Emphasis is placed on the "seal of approval" from major audit firms, making the original ...

Tata Motors registered total sales of 2, 65,090 units in Q4FY24

1Apr

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Tata Motors registered total sales of 2, 65,090 units in Q4FY24

Mumbai, April 01, 2024.Tata Motors Limited sales in the domestic & international market forQ4FY 2023-24 stood at 2,65,090 vehicles, compared to 2,51,822 units during Q4FY 2022-23.Domestic Sales Performance:Category March’24March’23% ChangeQ4 FY24Q4 FY23% ChangeFY24FY23% ChangeTotal Domestic Sales 90,82289,3512%2,59,9322,47,0385%9,49,0159,31,9572%Commercial Vehicles:Category March’24March’23% ChangeQ4 FY24Q4 FY23% ChangeFY24FY23% ChangeHCV Trucks 12,71014,206-11%31,70736,068-12%1,16,5011,10,7465%ILMCV Trucks 6,7818,327-19%16,60718,508-10%58,82266,328-11%Passenger Carriers 5,8543,97347%14,41810,45638%43,48934,62726%SCV cargo and pickup 15,36718,801-18%42,19047,113-10%1,59,2481,81,616-12%Total CV Domestic 40,71245,307...

‘One Vehicle, One FASTag’ norm comes into force

1Apr

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‘One Vehicle, One FASTag’ norm comes into force

New Delhi, April 01, 2024.State-owned National Highways Authority of India's 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' norm, which aims to discourage the use of single FASTag for multiple vehicles or linking multiple FASTags to a particular vehicle, has come into force from Monday, a senior official said.NHAI had extended the 'One Vehicle, One FASTag' initiative compliance deadline to March-end, in view of the problems being faced by Paytm FASTag users.

BMW India is the Luxury Mobility Partner at Hero Indian Open

1Apr

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BMW India is the Luxury Mobility Partner at Hero Indian Open

Gurugram, April 01, 2024.BMW India is the exclusive ‘Luxury Mobility Partner’ at the 2024 edition of Hero Indian Open held from 28 – 31 March 2024 at the DLF Golf & Country Club. Showcasing the symbol of forwardism, BMW India will exhibit the all-new BMW 7 Series and the first-ever fully electric BMW i7.The pinnacle of luxury and innovation can be experienced at the Hero Indian Open, where a prestigious fleet of BMW i7 will grace the event, reflecting the perfect blend of elegance and cutting-edge technology. The BMW iX xDrive50 will be awarded as a Hole in One prize.Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “We're thrilled to further our commitment as the exclusive 'Luxury Mobility Partner' for the Hero India Open, bringing the unparalleled BMW experience closer ...

Vatika Naturals Inspires Inclusivity in Workplace with the #RootForMe Campaign

1Apr

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Vatika Naturals Inspires Inclusivity in Workplace with the #RootForMe Campaign

Kolkata, April 01, 2024.Kolkata,ika Naturals, a flagship brand from House of Dabur, after pioneering an empowering initiative this International Women’s Day with the launch of their IWD2024 campaign, #ROOTFORME in USA and UK, it is now campaigning on the same in India to create awareness.#ROOTFORME is a digital campaign that marked IWD2024 addressing intersectionality at workplace which affects women of colour, compounded by race, ethnicity, religion and several other issues which can pose as a major roadblock for career advancement for a lot of women and make them susceptible to workplace harassment and stereotyping.

Explore, connect, and thrive at MAHE B’LRU Open House

1Apr

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Explore, connect, and thrive at MAHE B’LRU Open House

New Delhi, April 01, 2024.Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Bengaluru is thrilled to announce the Open House, a dynamic event that displays the wide range of academic programs, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and the vibrant campus life offered at MAHE Bengaluru. The event is aimed at fostering academic excellence through intellectual competition while giving prospective students and parents the chance to experience first-hand, the unique offerings and holistic learning environment provided by MAHE Bengaluru. The event is scheduled for April 6, 2024, starting at 9:30 AM at the MAHE Bengaluru campus.The event will feature interactive workshops, engaging quizzes, and career-focused career assessment test, and more, offering a day packed with rich, meaningful interactio...

1Apr

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Honda Cars India Reinforces Safety

Mumbai, April 01,2024.Mumbai, April 1, 2024: Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), a leading manufacturer of premium cars in India reinforced its commitment to safety by introducing upgraded safety features in its line-up comprising of Elevate, City, City e:HEV and Amaze. These enhancements align with the company’s global vision of ensuring zero traffic collision fatalities involving Honda automobiles globally by 2050.The popular models, Honda Elevate & Honda City will now come equipped with six airbags, 3-point Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) seatbelts and Seatbelt reminder for all 5 seats as standard offering across all grades. These models will also come with several feature additions which will enhance customer experience. The City e: HEV, already equipped with six air...

30Mar

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Cleartrip onboards a new Captain; signs up Mahendra Singh Dhoni as Brand Ambassador

Bangalore, March 2024.Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, has onboarded the cricketing legend - Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its new brand ambassador. This collaboration marks a historic milestone for Cleartrip as it joins forces with Mahendra Singh Dhoni and advocates to make the right choices in travel. Under the bucket of "ClearChoice," the brand aims to inspire travellers to simplify decision-making and ensure seamless and anxiety-free travel experiences.Mahendra Singh Dhoni, fondly known as Captain Cool, epitomizes the values of, Transparency, Optimism and Straightforwardness, making him the perfect embodiment of Cleartrip's ethos. Through this association, Cleartrip seeks to leverage Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s universal appeal that transcends generations and geographies and reinforce...

28Mar

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Suspension of E-Voting Process

NEW DELHI – 28th MARCH’2024.The election of the Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts for electing members of the Committee of Administration is conducted by the Development Commissioner Handicraft, Government of India.A returning officer and the election committee duly appointed by the Development Commissioner Handicraft, Government of India conducts the complete election process. The e-voting system is also conducted under their supervision by renowned national agency NSDL (National Securities Depository Limited). The agency is duly authorised by the company law board/ under the Companies Act and therefore it is mandatory to get the same done from one of such authorised agencies.During the process of the election being recently held, it has been noticed that there are some...

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd partner to optimize EV charging infrastructure

28Mar

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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd partner to optimize EV charging infrastructure

Mumbai, March 2024.Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEM), known for pioneering India's electric vehicle revolution, has signed an MOU with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL)to collaborate in establishing public charging stations across India. The collaboration will leverage HPCL's widespread fuel station network and TPEM's insights from over 1.2 lakh Tata EVs on Indian roads, to set up chargers at locations frequently visited by Tata EV owners. Additionally, HPCL will gather insights on charger usage to improve the customer experience.In an effort to improve the experience of EV owners across India, this agreement between TPEM and HPCL aims to explore synergies between the two companies to encourage more people to adopt electric vehicles in the country. The two comp...

NSDC International partners with SASASNET

28Mar

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NSDC International partners with SASASNET

New Delhi, March 2024.NSDC International, a wholly owned subsidiary of National Skill Development Corporation(NSDC),today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)with Sub – Saharan African Skills & Apprenticeship Stakeholders Network (SASASNET) to develop the skill ecosystem acrossSub-Saharan Africa countries.The partnership aims to address skill gap, promote workforce mobility, and propel economic growth in the region through collaborative initiatives and by facilitating the establishment of new Sector Skill Councils (SSCs), and sharing best practices of NSDC International on skills development strategies and lifelong learning initiatives.The MoU was exchanged between Mr.Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International and Hon. Ousman Sillah, Secretary General, SASA...

NSDC partners with MentorKart& IIT Guwahati to equip youth with job-ready skills for the tech market

27Mar

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NSDC partners with MentorKart& IIT Guwahati to equip youth with job-ready skills for the tech market

New Delhi, March 2024.National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), under the aegis of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MentorKart and IIT Guwahati to launch a Post Graduate Certification Program in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning to make them employable and industry ready.The initiative focuses on introducing a credit-based certification courses in cutting-edge skills and facilitates their smooth transition into internships and employment within the technology sector. The MoU was exchanged between Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD of NSDC International, and Ashish Khare, CEO, MentorKart- a Career and JobTech platform.It is built with extensive input from industry leaders, en...

27Mar

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TEDx Mahindra University

New Delhi, March 2024.Mahindra University hosted the second edition of its TEDx event on Saturday, March 23rd, under the theme "Beyond Boundaries: Interdisciplinary Solutions for Global Challenges." The independently organized event, licensed by TED, brought together a diverse range of speakers and attendees to explore innovative approaches to pressing global issues.The theme, "Beyond Boundaries," reflects the dynamic nature of our world, where traditional solutions demand re-evaluation. It emphasizes the need for collaboration across disciplines to address complex challenges such as climate change, technological disruption, and socio-economic inequalities.TEDxMahindraUniversity served as a platform for thinkers, dreamers, leaders, and innovators from various fields to share th...

DEFENDER OCTA: A NEW HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO

26Mar

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DEFENDER OCTA: A NEW HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO

Gaydon, UK –26 March2024.Original British adventure brandDefender will introduce a new high-performance, all-terrain hero in 2024: New Defender OCTA.The new flagship Defender will be the toughest, most capable and luxurious model in the line-up, charting new territory for the brand.Mark Cameron, Managing Director, Defender, said:“Defender has been synonymous with all-terrain capabilitywith a bloodline tracing back to the Series 1 in 1948. New Defender OCTA will take this to another level, with a dramatic stance, innovative technology and unparalleled attention to detail. With astounding performance and a bold new attitude, it will enable our clients to master epic adventures in heightened luxury.”Defender OCTA will feature V8 Twin Turbo mild-hybrid petrol power and class-le...

26Mar

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Thums Up launches TOOFAN

New Delhi, March 2024.Thums Up, India's home grown beverage brand from The Coca-Cola Company, is thrilled tolaunch Toofan: the Thums up brandedexclusive charteredplane as part of its latest campaign,’World Cup ka Toofani Tour’ to the ICC T20 World Cup.As the official beverage partner of ICC T20 World Cup, Thums Up continues to redefine fan engagement, setting new benchmarks for fan experiences in the realm of sports.This year, Thums Up is taking cricket enthusiasts on a once in a lifetime adventure to West Indies on an exclusive Thums Up plane, promising an electrifying experience like never before. The campaign features India’sloved Cricket-duo: Yuvraj Singh and Virender Sehwag, encouraging consumers to scan a Thums up pack and get a chance to win a seat on Toofan. From 01st March...

Samsung Launches Galaxy Book4 in India Starting INR 74990

26Mar

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Samsung Launches Galaxy Book4 in India Starting INR 74990

Gurugram, March 26, 2024.Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of Galaxy Book4, bringing next level connectivity, mobility and productivity for customers.Featuring a large 39.62 cm Full HD display, Galaxy Book4 is encased in a metal body that weighs just 1.55 kg, making it one of the sleekest devices in the segment. Galaxy Book4 is available in two vibrant colours - Gray & Silver.Galaxy Book4 comes with AI-Powered Photo Remaster tool, allowing users to breathe new life in to old photos as well as low-quality images, while making edits such as removing unwanted light and shade from photos. It also comes with Galaxy Video Editor, allowing users to unleash their creativity.Powered by One UI Book ver.6, Galaxy Book4 provid...

76% of Indian enterprises intend to boost investments in Gen AI to enhance sustainability efforts

26Mar

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76% of Indian enterprises intend to boost investments in Gen AI to enhance sustainability efforts

India, March 26, 2024.A new global study conducted by the IBM (NYSE: IBM) Institute for Business Value (IBV) has revealed significant insights into the sustainability strategies of Indian enterprises. According to the study, titled “Beyond checking the box,” by reshaping the operationalization of sustainability, organizations stand to unlock considerable business value. The study emphasizes the importance of businesses embeddingsustainability into all facets of their operations, as opposed to treating it as an optional addition.Organizations in India that embed sustainability are 41% more likely to attribute great improvement in revenue from their sustainability efforts and are 90% more likely to outperform their peers on profitability. The study further found that spending o...