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NSDC, IIT Guwahati partners with Yuvaan Educative to empower the youth with new age career courses
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NSDC, IIT Guwahati partners with Yuvaan Educative to empower the youth with new age career courses

New Delhi, March 2024.National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati and Yuvaan Educative to empower the youth of the nation with new age career courses in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Digital Literacy, and Financial Literacy. The aim is to ensure that candidates are equipped and job-ready for these future-oriented skills.The initiative undertaken by NSDC's aims to synchronize skill development with industry needs and emphasizes preparing candidates for future-ready job opportunities. Through meticulously designed course pedagogy, participants will undergo rigorous training tailored to ...
1000 candidates to get skilled in Archival Conservator Program under Skill India Mission
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1000 candidates to get skilled in Archival Conservator Program under Skill India Mission

New Delhi, March 22, 2024.The Media and Entertainment Skills Council (MESC), under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) today launches the NSQF-Aligned Archival Conservator Program at the Young Women Christian Association (YWCA) in New Delhi in collaboration with National Archives of India (NAI) under the Ministry of Culture. Theprogramwill empower 1000 candidates with the necessary knowledge, expertise, and technical skills to restore old and damaged documents to enable the digitization of records. Shri. Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Shri. Arun Singhal, Director General, NAI; Dr. Sanjay Garg, Deputy Director, NAI and Shri.Mohit Soni, CEO, MESC were ...
JCB India rolls out its 500,000th Construction Equipment
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JCB India rolls out its 500,000th Construction Equipment

Ballabgarh, March 2024.India’s leading manufacturer of Earthmoving and Construction Equipment JCB India, celebrated the roll out of its 500,000thConstruction Equipment. JCB has been in India since 1979 and its products are used in infrastructure development across the country. With six manufacturing facilities in India, JCB proudly exports “Made in India” machines to over 130 countries.The event took place in the presence of JCB’s Group Chairman, Lord Bamford at the company’s India Headquarters at Ballabgarh.Speaking at the occasion, Lord Bamford said “India is today one of the strongest economies in the world. There has been a significant focus on infrastructure development over the past decade and we are proud to have been a part of this growth through our machines”...
Samsung to Bring AI and Hyper Connectivity to Tech-savvy Indian Consumers
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Samsung to Bring AI and Hyper Connectivity to Tech-savvy Indian Consumers

MUMBAI, March 2024.Jong-Hee (JH) Han, Vice Chairman, CEO and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics, visited Samsung BKC at Jio World Plaza, Mumbai for the first time since the store’s opening and underlined the Company’s commitment to the Indian market by bringing AI and hyper connectivity to its tech-savvy consumers. He also invited consumers to come and experience Samsung’s latest AI innovations across its product portfolio, from televisions and digital appliances to smartphones.“AI will enable connected technologies to improve people’s daily lives while always remaining non-intrusive and in the background. With our model of open collaboration, we want to bring AI and hyper-connectivity to all our consumers. India is the next big playground for AI and...
Snapchat’s ‘AR Pichkari’ Lens Takes Holi to the Next Level: Splash Friends and Family With Over One Lakh Colors!
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Snapchat’s ‘AR Pichkari’ Lens Takes Holi to the Next Level: Splash Friends and Family With Over One Lakh Colors!

New Delhi, March 2024.Adding an extra splash of color to the country’s vibrant Holi celebrations, Snapchat launches a unique Holi-themed AR Lens, AR Pichkari. The lens offers Indian Snapchatters an immersive and unique way to celebrate Holi by splashing over one lakh colors, making it a first-of-its-kind Lens by Snapchat.Turning their phones into an AR Pichkari, Snapchatters will be able to splash colorful water on their friends using the back camera – bringing the joy of Holi celebration.For those who prefer keeping things clean, this lens is the ultimate colorful solution to join all the fun, without any of the fuss. With one lakh colors for Snapchatters to play Holi with, this lens makes one of the most vibrant additions to Snap’s collection of festive lenses.Developed b...
Govt sets target to increase turnover of export co-op societies to Rs 1 lakh crore: Amit Shah
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Govt sets target to increase turnover of export co-op societies to Rs 1 lakh crore: Amit Shah

New Delhi, March 2024. The government has set a target to increase the turnover of export cooperative societies to up to Rs one lakh crore annually over the next five years, announced Cooperation Minister Amit Shah after inaugurating new office building of three multi-state cooperative societies.Shah inaugurated the new office building of Bharatiya Beej Sahakari Samiti Limited (BBSSL), National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL), and National Cooperative Export Limited (NCEL) in New Delhi on Wednesday.Addressing the gathering, Shah said that the establishment of these three societies was done with a multifaceted objective, and when they become fully operational, solutions to many problems in the country will emerge.He said, the society formed for exports will increase...
KB Kachru elected as HAI President for 2-year term
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KB Kachru elected as HAI President for 2-year term

New Delhi, March 21, 2024.The Hotel Association of India (HAI) elected Mr. KB Kachru, Chairman South Asia at Radisson Hotel Group as President for a two year term at the Association’s milestone 100th EC meeting held after HAI’s 27th Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Park, New Delhi on the 18th of March 2024. Mr. Kachru takes charge from outgoing President, Mr Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, IHCL. The Executive Committee (EC) also elected Mr. Rohit Khosla, Executive Vice President - Operations, IHCL as Vice President of the Association for a concurrent term.Hotel Association of India (HAI), the apex body of the Indian hospitality sector also unanimously elected. Dr. JK Mohanty, Managing Director Swosti Premium Limitedas Honorary Secretary andMr. S...
ICAR signs MoU with Dhanuka Agritech Ltd to strengthen the research and extension activities including demonstrations and trainings for farmers and other relevant stakeholders
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ICAR signs MoU with Dhanuka Agritech Ltd to strengthen the research and extension activities including demonstrations and trainings for farmers and other relevant stakeholders

New Delhi, March 2024.The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Dhanuka Agritech Ltd entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) forging  partnership by leveraging the resources ICAR and Dhanuka Agritech Limited to strengthen the research and extension activities. The partnership is envisaged to bring a paradigm shift in agricultural sector by promoting the spread of scientific and technological information,knowledge, know how of the new technologies that are developed by industries and ICAR institutes to disseminate them effectively to large number of farmers by making them available with various institutes and other stakeholders  through frontline demonstrations and farmers training.The MoU to formalise the partnership was signed by Dr. R.G. Agarwal, Chairm...
NSDC,IIT Guwahati partner with Acciojob to train youth in cybersecurity and data analytics
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NSDC,IIT Guwahati partner with Acciojob to train youth in cybersecurity and data analytics

New Delhi, March 21, 2024.National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) withIndian Institute of Technology (IIT),Guwahati andAcciojob to launch a first of its kind microcredit cybersecurity and data analytics program to build top-tier skilled professionals in India.It allows the Yuva Peedhi from different corners of the country to access top-tier education from a prestigious institution like IIT Guwahati conveniently that contributes to accelerating the transformative and localized impact on the society at large. The MoUs were exchanged between Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International and Yashwardhan Burad, CEO, Acciojob.It stands a...
DSP Mutual Fund launches DSP S&P BSE Liquid Rate ETF
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DSP Mutual Fund launches DSP S&P BSE Liquid Rate ETF

Mumbai, March 2024.DSP Mutual Fund announced the launch of DSP S&P BSE Liquid Rate ETF (DSP BLR ETF), an open-ended scheme replicating/ tracking S&P BSE Liquid Rate Index. The Fund offers investors easy cash management with ample liquidity and low risk. The scheme is suitable for investors who have money lying idle in margin account which doesn’t yield any returns; instead, parking money in units of DSP BLR ETF may help them earn additional returns.  The scheme invests in overnight instruments with 1D maturity.DSP S&P BSE Liquid Rate Index generally has a lower volatile return profile due to investment in low-risk securities in overnight markets. Apart from better utilization of money lying idle and generating no return in broker’s account, DSP BLR ETF can also be ...
AI Startups to shine at first-ever Startup Mahakumbh in New Delhi
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AI Startups to shine at first-ever Startup Mahakumbh in New Delhi

New Delhi, March 2024.AI and AI-led startups will be the major attractions at the Startup Mahakumbh event being organized in New Delhi from 18th March 2024. Archana Jahagirdar, Member of Organising Committee, Startup Mahakumbh & Managing Partner, Rukam Capital said, “AI has been a major technological disruptor across industries and serves as a core for a majority of the startups present here at Startup Mahakumbh in various domains of Deeptech, Agritech, Manufacturing, Fintech and many more. The event will be a first-of-its-kind in terms of magnitude, scale, impact and is expected to have participation from more than 1000 high-potential startups from India and the globe”.“AI is a game-changer, and the industry is finding and investing in the right deep tech and AI start...
#SheTheDifference: Celebrating the incredible women record holders featured in the prestigious Limca Book of Records 2024
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#SheTheDifference: Celebrating the incredible women record holders featured in the prestigious Limca Book of Records 2024

New Delhi, March 2024.Limca Book of Records proudly presents its top women achievers and their exceptional accomplishments. These women have defied conventional expectations, pushed boundaries and set new standards of excellence. In sports, particularly, they've made history, inspiring others to dream big and break barriers. The Limca Book of Records honours their pioneering spirit, showcasing their remarkable triumphs. Their stories serve as beacons of hope and empowerment, reminding us that there are no frontiers when it comes to pursuing one's passions and making a difference in the world.Here is a glimpse of a few incredible women whose names will forever be etched in the Limca Book of Records, exemplifying the spirit of courage, perseverance, and excellence –Ayhika Mukher...
Samsung Announces its Holi Sale with Mega Offers on Samsung.com
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Samsung Announces its Holi Sale with Mega Offers on Samsung.com

Gurugram, March 2024.Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has launched its exclusive Holi Sale with bumperoffers and cashback on a variety of Samsung products such as Galaxy Smartphones, laptops, tablets, accessories &wearables, Samsung TVs, and other digital appliances. These offers will be available on Samsung.com, Samsung Shop App, and Samsung Exclusive Stores. Consumers will get up to 22.5% cashback (Up to INR 25000) on leading Bank Debit and Credit Cards.During the Holi extravaganza which will begin from March 15th and extend tillMarch 26th, select models of Galaxy S series, Galaxy A series, and flagship models of Galaxy Z Series will be available atup to 60% off. Consumers canalso avail up to 45% off on purchasing Galaxy laptops such asGalaxy Book4 36...
Skilling initiatives and partnerships will prepare our population for 21st century job markets: Dharmendra Pradhan
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Skilling initiatives and partnerships will prepare our population for 21st century job markets: Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi, March 2024. Adding more vigour to India’s skilling efforts, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India today announced several strategic partnerships to bring scale and speed to the country’s skill ecosystem. The key announcements included strategic collaborations with the industry partners, academia and government departments, inauguration of two Centres of Excellence (CoE) in media and electronics sector at Skill Development Institute(SDI) in Bhubaneshwar, launch of Mock Test Application 2.0 by NIMI and introduction of four new-age courses for ITI and NSTI candidates. The aim is to bridge the gap between industry requirements and skill development initiatives, ensuring that India’s young workforc...
 Jaideep Hansraj Appointed as Group President-One Kotak Shripal Shah to Lead Kotak Securities Limited
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 Jaideep Hansraj Appointed as Group President-One Kotak Shripal Shah to Lead Kotak Securities Limited

Mumbai, 15 March 2024.Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. (“KMBL” / “Bank”) today announced the appointment of Jaideep Hansraj as Group President - One Kotak. This marks a pivotal move towardsleveraging the Group’sfinancial conglomerate model and delivering holisticpropositions to customers.Jaideep will spearhead a cultural shift towards driving collaboration to unlock internal synergies across the Bank and its subsidiaries. Shripal Shah, currently President and COO at Kotak Securities will take over from Jaideep as the new Managing Director & CEO for Kotak Securities, subject to receipt of necessary approvals.Jaideep will move into the new role on receipt of such approvals or April 1, 2024, whichever is later.Ashok Vaswani, Managing Director &CEO, Kotak Mahindra Bank said, “Jaideep’s...
Coca-Cola brings ‘Coca-Cola Foodmarks,’ a unique global property in India with the magic of Raj Kapoor’s legacy
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Coca-Cola brings ‘Coca-Cola Foodmarks,’ a unique global property in India with the magic of Raj Kapoor’s legacy

New Delhi, March 2024.Coca-Cola India is thrilled to announce the launch of Coca-Cola Foodmarks in India, under its “A Recipe for Magic” global campaign. Inspired by culture and created with the Real Magic of Coca‑Cola, ‘Coca-Cola Foodmarks” celebrates global "food landmarks". These are destinations and experiences with a recipe of three key ingredients: the perfect moment, the perfect meal and an ice-cold Coca-Cola. Coca-Cola is embarking on a journey to cherish the perfect moments, meals, and the refreshing taste of Coca-Cola, which will be soon enjoyed in more Indian cities and neighborhoods.As its global rollout, the launch eventin India was held at Embassy restaurant, an iconic standout in Connaught Place in Delhi which brought the attendees back to the pivotal time of Hindi C...
FIDC meeting successfully convened in Jaipur
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FIDC meeting successfully convened in Jaipur

Jaipur, March 14th, 2024.The Board of Directors of FIDC convened a meeting in Jaipur today, emphasizing the critical need for collaborative partnerships, funding structure, and the exchange of best practices among Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) to propel India's growth beyond 7%. Chairman of FIDC and Executive Vice Chairman of Shriram Finance, Mr. Umesh Revankar, underscored the imperative for NBFCs to unite and cooperate, particularly in light of the ambitious growth targets set by the government.Mr. Revankar highlighted that fostering transparent communication and building a compelling narrative around the positive impact of NBFCs on the economy will not only enhance the sector's credibility but also play a pivotal role in attracting investor confidence, thereby making i...
Kotak Organises ‘Sehat Ka Safar’ – Nationwide Health Checkup Drive for Truck Drivers
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Kotak Organises ‘Sehat Ka Safar’ – Nationwide Health Checkup Drive for Truck Drivers

Mumbai, March, 2024. Kotak Mahindra Bank ("KMBL" / "Kotak") has unveiled the 2nd edition of 'Sehat Ka Safar', a Kotak Karma initiative, dedicated to prioritizing the physical well-being of truck drivers nationwide.Under this initiative, Kotak is hosting complimentary health check-up camps tailored specifically for this vital workforce. These camps will offer free medical consultations and a range of tests, addressing the health and wellness needs of around 3,000 truck drivers across the country through ‘Sehat Ka Safar’. Services such as eyecheck-ups, assessments by physiotherapists/orthopedic specialists for posture evaluation, dental checks for initial screenings of oral cancer, and an overall health check covering blood pressure, blood sugar among others, will be provided. A...
Samsung Launches New Range of 11 Kg AI EcobubbleTM Fully Automatic Front Load Washing Machines That Save Up To 70% Energy
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Samsung Launches New Range of 11 Kg AI EcobubbleTM Fully Automatic Front Load Washing Machines That Save Up To 70% Energy

Gurugram, March 2024.Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today unveiled a new range of AI EcobubbleTM fully automatic front load washing machines. This new range of washing machines is the first in the 11 kg segment to come with advanced features like AI Wash, Q-DriveTM and Auto Dispense that let you do your laundry50%faster, offer 45.5% better fabric care and are up to 70% more energy-efficient.AI EcobubbleTM is a perfect blend of Samsung’s Q-BubbleTM and QuickDriveTM technologies that make washing more intuitive and less time consuming. While Q-Bubble™ technology combines dynamic drum rotation with additional water shots to create more abundant and powerful bubbles for faster detergent penetration, QuickDriveTM reduces wash time by up to 50%.These features make t...
Mahindra University to hold undergraduate entrance exam on March 24 2024
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Mahindra University to hold undergraduate entrance exam on March 24 2024

New Delhi, 12th March 2024.Mahindra University’s School of Law, one of India’s fastest-growing multidisciplinary educational institutions dedicated towards legal education,announcedthe law entrance test (MULET 2024) for the upcoming academic year on 24 March 2024. The test will serve as the gateway for admission into the integrated five-year programs in B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) and BBA, LL.B. (Hons.).These programs have been meticulously crafted to revolutionize legal education and cultivate a new cohort of legal experts proficient in critical areas such as corporate law, business law, criminal law, international law, intellectual property law, civil and technology law, private law, and public law. The BBA, LL.B. (Hons.) curriculum emphasizes the fusion of Management Studies and Law, wh...
BRICS CCI WE and Nippon Paint India partner Global Women Leadership Programme
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BRICS CCI WE and Nippon Paint India partner Global Women Leadership Programme

New Delhi, March, 2024.BRICS CCI WE, the women’s vertical of The BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BRICS CCI) has announced its association with Nippon Paint India, leading paint and coating company in Asia Pacific and a fast-growing company in India, for the BRICS CCI WE Global Women Leadership Programme during 2024-25. The Programmeis a transformative initiative endeavouring to empower and nurture women leaders from BRICS nations, fostering their growth in diverse sectors and promoting gender equality in leadership roles.Participants in the programme have the opportunity to elevate their leadership skills, foster global connections, and gain insights from seasoned professionals and global leaders. The programme runs in hybrid mode with weekly sessions. Nippon Paint India, a...
Turkish Airlines Offers a Free Mini-Vacation for Indian Travelers with “Stopover in Istanbul”
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Turkish Airlines Offers a Free Mini-Vacation for Indian Travelers with “Stopover in Istanbul”

New Delhi, 12 March 2024Turkish Airlines, one of the leading airlines in the world,announced the launch of its Stopover in Istanbul program in India, providing passengers with the opportunity to explore the fascinating city during layovers. Passengers flying with Turkish Airlines can now enjoy free accommodation and immerse themselves in the rich history, culture, and shopping experiences that Istanbul has to offer.Travelers will benefit from free accommodation in select partner hotels, allowing them to make the most of their time in the city.Turkish AirlinesDirector of Sales, Mahmut Yayla,said“We are dedicated to enhancing the travel experiences of our Indian passengers. Our 'Stopover in Istanbul' program underscores our commitment to providing exceptional services. Through compli...
Kotak Mahindra Bank Associates with Manipal Academy of BFSI to Launch Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme
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Kotak Mahindra Bank Associates with Manipal Academy of BFSI to Launch Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme

Mumbai, March 2024.Kotak Mahindra Bank ("KMBL" / "Kotak") associates with Manipal Academy of BFSI to launch the Kotak  NextGen Bankers Programme to skill and foster industry-ready talent to address the evolving needs of the banking industry. The 12-month Post Graduate Diploma in Relationship Management will train banking aspirants in customer experience and culminate in securing an assured* job asa Branch Relationship Manager (Deputy Manager) at Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd.The changing banking and financial landscape has created a greater demand for talent to keep up with evolving customer needs and preferences. The Kotak NextGen Bankers Programme will address the needs of the banking industry and also support the Bank in delivering delightful customer-centric services. The compre...
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