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29Nov By editor3No Comments

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MAHE Celebrates Graduates in Grand Convocation Finale

National, November, 2023. Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s (MAHE) 31st Convocation concluded on 26th November. It marked the end of an emotional and joyous four days during which distinguished leaders and guests joined the MAHE fraternity to wish the most recent class of graduates well as they set forth to pursue fulfilling professions. MAHE’s 31st convocation ceremony took place over four days, 18th and 19th November and 25th and 26th November. The chief guests for each of the days were: Lt Gen (Dr.) Narendra Kotwal, SM, VSM, Director and Commandant, Armed Forces Medical Colleges, Pune for Day 1 – 18th Nov; Dr. Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi, Drug Controller General of India (DCGI), Govt. of India (New Delhi) for Day 2 – 19th Nov; Prof. (Dr.) T G Sitharam, Chairman, All India Council...

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Tata Motors inaugurates its state-of-the-art Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility in Chandigarh

New Delhi, November 2023. Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, continues its commitment to sustainable mobility with the launch of its fourth Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF) in Chandigarh. Named 'Re.Wi.Re – Recycle with Respect,' the facility was unveiled by Mr. Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility. The state-of-the-art facility uses environmentally-friendly processes and has the capacity to disassemble 12,000 end-of-life vehicles safely and sustainably, each year. The RVSF is developed and operated by Tata Motors’ partner Dada Trading Company and is equipped to scrap both passenger and commercial vehicles, regardless of their brand, aligning with the company’s vision to promote eco-friendl...

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BharatPe Turns EBITDA Positive: Clocks October 2023 as the First Profitable Month

Gurugram, November 28, 2023. BharatPe, one of India’s leading players in the fintech sector, today announced that it has turned EBITDA positive in October 2023. Additionally, it shared that its annualized revenue has surged past Rs. 1,500 Cr, a growth of 31% from c. This financial milestone is attributed to consistent growth across all its business lines. The company has also significantly cut down its EBITDA burn—which was averaging at Rs. 60 Cr per month in FY23—to attain EBITDA positivity. This significant milestone in conjunction with strong growth is a testament to the efforts of the team, enabled by strategic guidance from the Board. The company will continue taking strides toward being a market-leading financial services platform for the 50 million small businesses across India. ...

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India records 22 new Covid cases

New Delhi, November 28, 2023. India has logged 22 new coronavirus infections, while the active cases have been recorded at 257, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Tuesday. The death toll was recorded at 5,33,298, the data updated at 8 am stated.  The country's Covid case tally is 4.50 crore (4,50,01,807).   The number of people who have recuperated from the disease has increased to 4,44,68,252 and the national recovery rate stands at 98.81%.

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Little Singham 3D Tele-Film “Bahubali Friends – Rise of Aparshatru” Selected for Screening at the 54th International Film Festival of India

Mumbai, November 28, 2023. Little Singham 3D Tele-Film “Bahubali Friends – Rise of Aparshatru”, a collaboration between Reliance Animation, Rohit Shetty Picturez, and Warner Bros. Discovery, to screen at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Goa on 28th November 2023, at 11:45 a.m. Being showcased at IFFI is truly a privilege for the makers, marking a momentous occasion for the film. This platform not only bestows honor but also serves as a remarkable opportunity for "Little Singham Bahubali Friends – Rise of Aparshatru" to captivate a diverse audience, both on a national and international scale. Tejonidhi Bhandare, CEO of Reliance Animation, expressed his delight and honor at this achievement, stating, “We feel delighted and honoured that our film “...

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India will be serious challenger for 2024 T20 World Cup title: Ravi Shastri

Mumbai, November 28, 2023. Former head coach Ravi Shastri firmly believes that India will be a "serious challenger" in the next year's T20 World Cup due to a strong nucleus in the shortest format but reminded that rising to the occasion in knockout games is a must to emerge triumphant. It has been more than a week since Australia trumped India, in what turned out to be a one-sided final in Ahmedabad, with the country's cricket fraternity still reeling with the outcome, given that the hosts had a 10-match unbeaten run going into the title clash. Shastri said India have found a nucleus of young players ahead of next year's T20 World Cup, to be played in the Caribbean and the USA from June 4 next year.

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HDFC Life Sets a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title for its ‘Insure India’ Campaign

Mumbai, November 28, 2023. HDFC Life, one of India’s leading insurers, has officially set a new Guinness World Records™ title for creating the largest online selfie mosaic made from 19,097 photos clicked by individuals for the ‘Insure India’ campaign. Life insurance penetration is still very low in India and thus, there is a need for greater recognition of its importance and increased adoption. In order to address this gap, HDFC Life launched the ‘Insure India’ campaign to raise awareness on the importance of life insurance amongst Indians. The campaign represents the concept of shared responsibility of employees, partners and customers, to drive positive change in ensuring the protection and financial wellbeing of every Indian through life insurance products and ser...

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Netflix series ‘Scoop’, Karishma Tanna win big at Filmfare OTT 2023 awards

Mumbai, November 28, 2023. Filmmaker Hansal Mehta-directed “Scoop” won the best series award at the fourth edition of Filmfare OTT awards 2023 here. The show's leading lady, Karishma Tanna shared the best female actor, critics, award in a series with Sonakshi Sinha ('Dahaad'). Filmmaker Vikramaditya Motwane was recognised as the best director for his period drama “Jubilee” and best director, critics, award went to Randeep Jha for “Kohrra”. Actor Suvinder Vicky was awarded best actor for the Punjab-set drama while his colleague Barun Sobti received best supporting actor award for the show.

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Embark the Journey of Art, Healing & Creativity at Varunjai Sahni’s “Sarvam” Exhibition

New Delhi, November 2023. Step into a luminous sanctuary of healing colours and infinite possibilities at Varunjai Sahni's "Sarvam" exhibition at The Stainless Gallery.  Chief Guest Mrs. Rama Pandey (Author, Theatre Artist & Journalist) opened the exhibition on Saturday, November 25th, 2023 in the presence of distinguished guests from different walks of life. This immersive exhibition of abstract art invites viewers to explore the tapestry of emotions that lie within us all. Sahni's paintings are vibrant, expressive and each one is a unique journey into the human soul. His use of colours is masterful, with each hue carefully chosen to evoke a specific feeling. From the soothing azure depths of the ocean to the fiery embrace of the sun, ...

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Coca-Cola advances digital footprint by joining the ONDC Network

New Delhi, November, 2023. Coca-Cola India has announced its onboarding onto the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). The initial association is being supported through SellerApp, which will help Coca-Cola leverage the ONDC network with its data-driven insights, market intelligenceand strategies. Further, Coca-Cola has also launched its own marketplace, the 'Coke Shop’ exclusively on the ONDC platform. This innovative marketplace will transform how consumers interact with Coca-Cola products and empower retailers across the country. By joining ONDC Network — an initiative of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India — Coca-Cola India is poised to access a vast and diverse consumer base in the digi...

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Shri Dharmendra Pradhan felicitates 26 Vishwakarma Gurusacross 18 trades at a SammanSamarohin Bhubneswar

Odisha, November 2023. To honor the PM Vishwakarma Gurus across various trades under the PM Vishwakarma scheme, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship todayfelicitated 26 expert artisans and craftsman during the ‘SammaanSamaroh of Vishwakarma Gurus ‘ under the ‘PM Vishwakarma’ scheme who will further act as brand ambassadors of the scheme and will also will extend opportunities to them to become Master Trainers and Trainers in their respective trades. The Hon’ble Prime Minister launched the ‘PM Vishwakarma’ scheme across 18 trades which further has 28 sub-trades (Ref. to Annexure 1). The scheme is to provide end-to-end support to artisans and craftspeople.The aim of the scheme is to equip artisans and craftspeople with mod...

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Tata Motors mulls price hike of PVs and EVs in January

New Delhi, November 27, 2023. Tata Motors increasing prices of its passenger and electric vehicles in January 2024. The company, which sells a range of passenger vehicles starting with hatchback Tiago to premium SUV Safari priced between Rs 5.6 lakh and Rs 25.94 lakh, however, did not specify the quantum of the proposed hike. "We are considering a price hike across our passenger and electric vehicles in January 2024. The extent of the hike and exact details will be announced in a few weeks.

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Tech Mahindra launches sports cloud platform on AWS

New Delhi, November 27, 2023. Tech Mahindra on Monday said it has collaborated with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to build a sports cloud platform for sporting enthusiasts worldwide. Tech Mahindra and AWS will offer a comprehensive digital platform to sports organizations, offering use cases related to content and community engagement, customer data management and audience segmentation, and sports analytics,

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Want every household to celebrate Sam Manekshaw’s journey: Vicky Kaushal on ‘Sam Bahadur’

Mumbai, November 27, 2023. Actor Vicky Kaushal hopes his portrayal of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw in "Sam Bahadur" resonates with people and becomes part of his film legacy. The movie reunites Kaushal with his "Raazi" director Meghna Gulzar. It is also his second biopic as the lead character after a critically-acclaimed turn in Shoojit Sircar's "Sardar Udham". "We want to reach every household, village, town, city and every corner of the world. Money and fame... It's great, we all crave for that. But what we work for is people watching it, resonating with it and celebrating it, celebrating the man (Sam Manekshaw). That will be the utmost validation

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A book Thread By Thread on the life of Shambhu Kumar Kasliwal was launched by Kapil Dev in Mumbai

Mumbai, November 27, 2023. Often called the fabric of the nation, S.Kumars, one of the most enduring brands in the country since 1948, turns 75 in 2023. A book, Thread by Thread, on the life of Shambhu Kumar or ‘the’ S Kumar was released by Kapil Dev, on November 24, 2023 at The Palace Halls, NSCI, Mumbai; the cover of the book was launched at the company’s fashion show in Indore on October 27th. Kapil Dev has been a brand ambassador for S.Kumars for their tv and print campaigns in the 80s and 2000s. While unveiling the book, Kapil Dev said, “It is an honour for me to have known Shambhu ji over the years. I feel we can all learn so much from his inspirational life. People say his life was a struggle. People say my life was a struggle. I say no. Life is a struggle if we don’t get...

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Gujarat Titans appoint Shubman as captain

New Delhi, November 27, 2023. Gujarat Titans on Monday appointed Shubman Gill as their captain for the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following Hardik Pandya's decision to move back to Mumbai Indians. The Gujarat Titans will receive Rs 15 crore from MI for the all-cash trade deal apart from a hefty undisclosed transfer fee, a part of which will also go to the cricketer.

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Citizens should not be afraid of approaching courts: CJI Chandrachud

New Delhi, November 27, 2023. The Supreme Court has acted as a "people's court" and citizens should not be afraid of going to courts or view it as the last resort, Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud said on Sunday. Justice Chandrachud said just as the Constitution allows us to resolve political differences through established democratic institutions and processes, the courts system helps in resolving many disagreements through established principles and processes. "In this way, every case in every court in the country is an extension of constitutional governance," the CJI said while speaking at the inauguration of the Constitution Day celebrations at the apex court.

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Tata International Expands Operations in Nigeria at Lagos Free Zone

New Delhi, November 27, 2023. Tata International is set to expand operations in Nigeria through a strategic partnership with the Lagos Free Zone (LFZ). The agreement was signed in the presence of Anand Sen, Managing Director of Tata International Limited, by Managing Director of Tata Africa Holdings Pty Ltd, Len Brand. This marks a significant milestone in the company's commitment to the region. With a rich legacy spanning over four decades, Tata International is a key contributor to the economic landscape of the African continent. In 2006, Tata International established operations in Nigeria and since then has made a significant contribution in the country, upholding the core values of Tata’s business ethics and commitment to corporate social responsibility. “As a brand syno...

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FIITJEE Talent Reward Exam (FTRE) To Evaluate and Foster the True Potential of Students

New Delhi, November 2023. Strengthening its legacy as the premier institute for competitive exams in the country, FIITJEE is organising the FIITJEE Talent Reward Exam (FTRE) for students presently in Classes V,VI, VII, VIII, IX, X & XI, will be conducted on December 24, 2023, and January 07, 2024, providing students ample opportunities to participate at their convenience. The exam will be conducted through Offline Mode only. FTRE is meticulously designed to deliver students with a comprehensive platform to unlock their true potential, enabling them to accomplish unprecedented success in competitive exams and beyond. FIITJEE Talent Reward Exam (FTRE) offers an exceptional benefits and comprehensive platform for students to assess and enhance their competitive exam readiness. FT...

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IBM Consulting opens new Client Innovation Center in Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar, November 2023. IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced the opening of its new IBM Consulting Client Innovation Center (CIC) in Gandhinagar, India. This is a continuation of the ongoing expansion by IBM Consulting into non-metro and emerging cities across the country. In addition to gaining access and offering expanded opportunities to a broader talent pool, the Center will also help further fast-track the digital transformation and economic growth in the region. Speaking about the opening of the new IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centerin Gandhinagar,Hon'ble Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendra Patel said, “Gujarat has consistently set milestones for the country as it progresses in its digital transformation journey and contributing to the realization of the Digi...

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Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Lays the Foundation Stone for NSTI Plus

New Delhi, November 24, 2023. To scale demand-driven and high-quality skill training and vocational education at regional level, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship laid the foundation stone for National Skill Training Institutes (NSTI) Plus today to elevate the capabilities of Odisha’s young cadre. NSTI Plus, under the Directorate General of Training (DGT), apex organization of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) will train 500 instructors in Phase-1 under the Craftsmen Instructor Training Scheme (CITS) and will further incorporate another 500 instructors for upskilling and reskilling. Shri Pritiranjan Gharai, Minister of State, Department of Rural Development, Skill Development & Tec...

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AAP leader Sanjay Singh moves court seeking bail

New Delhi, November 24, 2023. AAP leader Sanjay Singh, arrested in a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi excise scam, on Friday moved a court here seeking bail, his lawyer said. The application was filed in the Rouse Avenue Court's registry and is likely to come up for hearing on Saturday, advocate Mohd Irshad said. Special Judge M K Nagpal, meanwhile, extended Singh's judicial custody till December 4.

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The Press Council of India sends notices to newspapers for Advertisement ‘camouflaged’ to look like a headline

New Delhi, November 24, 2023, The Press Council of India has sent notices to editors of several newspapers over the publication of an advertisement that was allegedly "camouflaged" to look like a headline during the Rajasthan assembly polls. The elections in Rajasthan will be held on November 25. Its results will be declared along with those of polls in Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Mizoram and Chhattisgarh on December 3. Listing the newspapers that have been served the show-cause notices, the Press Council of India (PCI) on Friday said in a statement that its "Chairperson Justice (retired) Ranjana Prakash Desai, has taken suo-motu cognizance" of the said content published by them on November 20.

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