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20Nov By editor3No Comments

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ZEE5 announces season 4 of ‘Aam Aadmi Family’

Mumbai, November 20, 2023. ma series "Aam Aadmi Party" will return for its fourth season on ZEE5, the streaming platform said on Monday. Directed by Himali Shah, the new chapter is set to premiere on ZEE5 on November 24. It stars Brijendra Kala (Satendra Sharma/Papa), Lubna Salim (Madhu Sharma/Mummy), Gunjan Malhotra (Sonu), and Chandan Anand (Bobby).

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Prasoon Joshi launches Dr Hema Joshi’s book ‘Do Palkon Ki Chhavn Main’

New Delhi, November 20, 2023. Famous poet, lyricist and CBFC Chief Prasoon Joshi released ‘Do Palkon Ki Chhavn Main’, a book written by noted academician Dr Hema Joshi.   Based on a fictionalised account of Dr Hema Joshi’s own life, the author combines her literary flair with her love for two Indian cities, Almora where she born and Prayagraj where she spent her later years. Set in the backdrop of a love story, the book is about Dr Joshi’s inner conflict with the two worlds that she lived in—one a romantic idyllic setting in which she grew up, the other her struggles that build resilience and character.   Speaking at the book launch, chief guest Prasoon Joshi said, “As soon as you start reading the book, you find yourself immersed in the world of Dr Joshi. The ...

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16Nov By editor3No Comments

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Modicare launches the all-new Hemp Lab range, a holistic skincare solution for repair & balance

New Delhi, November 16, 2023. Modicare Limited, one of India’s leading direct-selling companies, is thrilled to introduce the all-new Modicare Hemp Lab range, a curated skincare line that promises to rejuvenate and revitalize your skin, day and night. Backed by 3 years of intensive research, this innovative range is enriched with natural actives sourced from Europe, making it the one-stop solution for a complete skincare regime.  In an ever-evolving landscape of skincare innovations, hemp has emerged as the game-changer. This versatile and powerful ingredient has quickly become the Holy Grail for those seeking transformative results in their beauty regimen. The Modicare Hemp Lab range comprises of a meticulously designed five-step regime - Repair & Balancing Foaming Fac...

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16Nov By editor3No Comments

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Bisleri Elevates its Brand Love Story Nationwide with Tiger 3

Mumbai, November 16, 2023. Building on the resounding success of the limited-edition packs with the blockbuster movie Jawan, Bisleri is proud to unveil its latest partnership with the much-anticipated Bollywood movie, 'Tiger 3,' featuring superstar Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif, Directed By Maneesh Sharma & Produced By Aditya Chopra. The exclusive Bisleri X Tiger 3 limited-edition packs will showcase the charismatic duo Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif. It will be available in a diverse range of sizes, catering to all preferences, including 250ML, 500ML, 1 Litre, 2 Litres, and 5 Litres.  Commenting on the association, Tushar Malhotra, Head of Marketing at Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., said, "Bisleri’s limited edition partnership with Tiger 3 features Bollywood...

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16Nov By editor3No Comments

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Delhi’s air quality very poor, vehicular emissions largest contributor

New Delhi, November 16, 2023. Delhi's air quality fluctuated between the very poor and severe categories on Thursday as unfavourable meteorological conditions hindered the dispersion of pollutants. Recent findings from a joint project by the Delhi government and IIT-Kanpur found that vehicular emissions accounted for about 38 percent of the capital's air pollution on Wednesday. This is projected to rise to 40 percent on Thursday. Secondary inorganic aerosols -- particles such as sulfate and nitrate that are formed in the atmosphere due to the interaction of gases and particulate pollutants from sources like power plants, refineries, and vehicles -- is the second major contributor to Delhi's foul air, accounting for 30 to 35 percent of the air pollution in the city over the last fe...

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India’s semiconductor sector provides huge business opportunities to Micron: Goyal

New Delhi, November 16, 2023. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has met Micron Technology CEO and President Sanjay Mehrotra in the US and discussed business opportunities in the growing semiconductor sector in India. The minister is in San Francisco for the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) meeting. US-based semiconductor company Micron is setting up India's first chip facility in Gujarat, which will create 5,000 direct and 15,000 indirect jobs in the coming years.

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16Nov By editor3No Comments

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Anandana’ – Coca-Cola India Foundation facilitates waste management initiative during the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023

New Delhi, November 16, 2023.  To drive the mission of supporting sustainability efforts as an integral part of all sporting events, The Coca-Cola India Foundation – 'Anandana', in partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC) and United Way of Mumbai, has initiated and delivered a project focused on waste management during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. The waste management initiative aligns with Coca-Cola's global commitment to creating a World Without Waste. The foundation's sustainable packaging platform aims to achieve ambitious targets: ensuring 100% global recyclability of packaging by 2025, utilising a minimum of 50% recycled material in packaging by 2030 (Design); committing to collecting and recycling a bottle or can for everyone sold by 2030 (Collect...

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Apollo Hospitals Celebrates 25 Years of India’s First Liver Transplant Program

New Delhi, November 16, 2023. Apollo, the world's largest integrated healthcare provider, completed 25 years of liver transplant program in India with over 4300 liver transplants, including 515 in children from over 50 countries. Today, Apollo performs more than 1600 solid organ transplants a year. With 90% success rates, The Apollo Liver Transplant program is a beacon of quality and hope for patients from across the world. Dr. Preetha Reddy, Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Group, said, "At Apollo, our dedication lies in ensuring that no individual succumbs due to a lack of access to transplantation. Our focus involves establishing top-tier transplant centres, led by esteemed clinicians. We are committed to extending our expertise to individuals worldwide seeking liver transp...

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15Nov By editor3No Comments

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Rajasthan Confronts Gender Barrier in Law Enforcement

Jaipur, November 2023. The 2022 India Justice Report (IJR), which serves as India’s only ranking of states on justice in the country, was released earlier this year. The report ranked Rajasthan at number 15 out of 18 medium and large-sized states in the country. Despite a few scattered improvements between 2008 and 2021, challenges around persistent vacancies and diversity in the Police and the Judiciary remain as pressing concerns for efficacious justice delivery. Police vacancies tripled since 2008; ‘general’ category hits historic low, women’s share stalls at 10% While the sanctioned strength of the police nearly doubled from 78,033 to 1,10,949 from 2008 to 2021, vacancies have increased threefold from 5,054 in 2008 to a staggering 15,412 in 2021. The vacancy amongst constab...

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14Nov By editor3No Comments

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Kotak’s Cardless EMI on Amazon to Offer Instant Consumer Finance in 3 Steps

Mumbai, November 2023. Kotak Mahindra Bank (“KMBL”/ “Kotak”) today announced the launch of Cardless EMI (Equated Monthly Instalments) Payments on Amazon Pay, to provide its pre-approved customers easy access to instant consumer finance*, with just their Mobile Number and PAN (Permanent Account Number). The strategic association with Amazon Pay focuses on providing easy credit access and a seamless payment experience to customers, further enhancing their shopping experience this festive season. Shoppers on Amazon.in can now convert their high-value purchases of Electronics, Furniture, Lifestyle, and Apparel into convenient monthly EMIs, without using debit cards, credit cards, or even UPIs. Key Features: Instant Approval and Credit: Enjoy instant approval and immediate access t...

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9Nov By editor3No Comments

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MobiKwik Sparks Up the Festive Sason with Un missable Discounts and Cashback Extravaganza!

Gurugram, November 09 2023. Get ready for an electrifying Diwali with MobiKwik’s treasure trove of irresistible discounts and cashbacks thatextend throughout the month of November on categories such as electronics, apparel, jewellery, groceries, wellness and festive delicacies.Get set to enjoy incredible savings on your favorite brands! For the tech geeks looking for upgrades, MobiKwik has got thrilling cashback deals from Croma and Reliance Digital, perfect for all budgets. Plus, music enthusiasts, celebrate with Bose for up to Rs 1000 cashback! For mobile upgrades, choose MobiKwik at Samsung and more for an incredible up to Rs 2500 and 4% cashback. You can also elevate your festive style with MobiKwik's cashback deals.Get 4% cashback at Reliance Trends (up to Rs 200), Rs 200 on ...

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IIS Kanpur partners with IIT Kanpur to build capacities and meet the aspirations of India’s youth

New Delhi, November 2023. Aligned to the objectives of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship  (MSDE), which is to empower and prepare the local youth for the aerospace and defence sector particularly to support the Defence Industrial Corridorin Uttar Pradesh, the Indian Institute of Skills (IIS) Kanpur announced three key partnerships today with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Dassault Aircraft Services India (DASI), today. The MoUs were signed today in the esteemed presence of Shri. Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister for Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt of India.The event was also attended by Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship; Shri T. Nata...

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9Nov By editor3No Comments

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BLS continues to witness growth momentum Robust growth in profitability driven by improved business mix Operational Revenue at Rs 407.7 Cr in Q2FY24

New Delhi, November, 2023. BLS International Services Ltd, a trusted global tech- enabled services partner for governments and citizens, announced its unaudited consolidated financial results for the quarter and six-month period ended September 30, 2023. Management Discussion & Analysis of Results The company continues to witness strong operating results. For the quarter ended September 30, 2023, company’s consolidated revenue rose 14.3% YoY to Rs. 407.7 Cr, while operating EBITDA witnessed a growth of 52.7% to Rs. 86.7 Cr. The company’s operating EBITDA margins continue to be in excess of 20%, primarily driven by an improved business mix, specifically in the Visa & Consular services segment. Management is focused on improving profitability and cash generation a...

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8Nov By editor3No Comments

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HERO MOTOCORP MAKES A SPLASH AT EICMA 2023

Milan, November 08, 2023. “In keeping with our vision “Be the Future of Mobility”,Hero MotoCorp is driven by innovation and extensive research. Brand Hero is trusted by its 112 million customers across the world and is now transforming itself as a technology powerhousethat is ready to serve the evolving global customer. “Through our eco-friendly, sustainable green manufacturing, fuel-efficient ICE products and technologically-advanced electric vehicles, developed at our world-class research and development facilities in India and Germany, we are committed to meeting the current and future mobility needs of customers in diverse geographies around the world. “With this foray into Europe with our Electric Vehicles, I am confident that Hero MotoCorp will soon emerge as a trusted bran...

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Mondelez India Inks Pact with NSDC to bridge the Skill Gap for the youth of India

New Delhi, November 2023. Mondelez India proudly announces its partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to empower India's youth through skill development, building on its decade-long commitment to community development through the ShubhAaramb program. The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NSDC to empower 660 young individuals across six unique job roles in the districts of Bhind (Madhya Pradesh) and Pune (Maharashtra). Commenting on this collaboration, Ophira Bhatia, Senior Director, India & Lead, AMEA, Corporate & Government Affairs at Mondelez International, stated, "We are excited to embark on this transformative journey, enabling young individuals to acquire essential skills and become valuable contributors to our na...

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7Nov By editor3No Comments

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IBM Expands Relationship with AWS to Deepen Generative AI Innovation and Launch a New Innovation Lab in India

Bangalore, November 07, 2023. IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced an expansion of its relationship with Amazon Web Services (AWS)to help more mutual clients operationalize and derive value from the latest technologies, including generative artificial intelligence (AI). As part of this, IBM launched the Innovation Lab, in collaboration with AWS, at the IBM Client Experience Center in Bangalore. The lab is a first of its kind for the IBM-AWS collaboration and is open to clients from around the world to explore joint IBM-AWS solutions and test prototypes and proofs of value that aim to help accelerate innovation across industries such as Banking and Financial Services, Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, Travel and Transportation, and Healthcare, among others. The lab is div...

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Launch of Training of Master Trainers & Assessors Program under the PM Vishwakarma Yojana

New Delhi, November, 2023. –As a strategic step towards implememntation of the PM Vishwakarma scheme, the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) today announced the commencement of the Training of Master Trainers & Assessors Program under PM Vishwakarma scheme,to empowerartisans and craftsmen community in identified trades. This five-day residential training program, being held at the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD) from November 6th to 10th, 2023, is set to train 41 master trainers from 10 different states, including Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttrakhand, West Bengal, and Chhattisgarh. The first batch of master trainers will cater to the following trades: barb...

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6Nov By editor3No Comments

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Standard Chartered Bank drives in financing access for Tata Motors’Passenger Electric Vehicle Dealers

Jaipur, November 06, 2023. Standard Chartered Bank, India, today announced that it has partnered with Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, for offering Supply Chain Finance Solutions to their passenger Electric Vehicle (EV) dealers. Currently Standard Chartered Bank offers inventory funding limitsto the ICE dealerships of Tata Motors, across its Passenger and Commercial Vehicle businesses. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will enable the Bank to extend additional limits to the dealers exclusively for procurement of EVs from Tata Motors, through its subsidiary Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Limited (TPEML). Tata Motors has been dominating the Indian 4-wheeler EVmarket commanding a market share of over 73% andthis funding solution will further augment the com...

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SNAP CELEBRATES AUGMENTED REALITY AT INAUGURAL APAC AR DAY

Mumbai, November, 2023. Today Snap Inc. hosted its inaugural APAC AR Day in Mumbai, India, celebrating Snapchat’s leadership in Augmented Reality (AR), its thriving AR creator and developer community, and the company’s ongoing commitment to democratising AR for users and brands. The event saw Evan Spiegel, Snap CEO and Co-Founder, engage in a candid fireside chat with Snap APAC President Ajit Mohan as a part of Spiegel’s three-day trip to India. The discussion centered around the adoption of AR globally by consumers and brands, India's booming creative talent pool, the future of AR, and Snap's innovative approach to this transformative technology. “I love the energy of the young and vibrant Indian developer community. With over 200 million Snapchatters in India, we're seeing more ...

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Costa Coffee launches its Diwali campaign, #CostaWaliDiwali in collaboration with Shivesh Bhatia

New Delhi, 06 November, 2023. Costa Coffee, Coca-Cola’s leading coffee brand in the commercial beverage categories in India, is excited to launch the Diwali campaign of this year, #CostaWaliDiwali in collaboration with Shivesh Bhatia, the renowned baker and content creator. Together, they bring forth an unforgettable Diwali-inspired menu for coffee enthusiasts. This collaboration ensures a remarkable experience, seamlessly fusing the traditional Diwali essence with Costa Coffee's modern and innovative spirit. To embrace the vibrant flavours and festive spirit of Diwali, Costa Coffee proudly presents the Blisstachio Rose beverage family. Taking inspiration from traditional Indian mithai, this exceptional collection re imagines these timeless flavours in a contemporary avatar, crafting...

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NSDC INTERNATIONAL AND DP WORLD’S WE ONE SIGN AGREEMENT TO UPSKILL AND ASSIST INOVERSEAS EMPLOYMENT FOR INDIAN YOUTH

India, November 2023. NSDC International, an enabler for global skilling solutions and We One, part of DP World, a global leader in providing smart end-to-end logistics solutions,today signed an agreement aimed at supporting the skill development and employment opportunities forthe front-line workforce. The agreement was exchanged between Honourable Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship of India,Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, and His Excellency, Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World in the august presence of Shri Sunjay  Sudhir, the Honourable Ambassador of India to the UAE and Shri Satish Kumar Sivan, the Honourable Consul General of India to Dubai along with other officials. The signing event comes in continuation of a M...

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Markets continue to rally for 2nd day on positive global trends

Mumbai, November 03, 2023. Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended with gains on Friday in line with positive trends in global markets. Extending its previous day's rally, the 30-share BSE Sensex climbed 282.88 points or 0.44 per cent to settle at 64,363.78. During the day, it jumped 454.29 points or 0.70 per cent to 64,535.19. The Nifty went up by 97.35 points or 0.51 per cent to 19,230.60.

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3Nov By editor3No Comments

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Air pollution may increase risk of type 2 diabetes

New Delhi, November 03, 2023. Exposure to polluted air is associated with an increased risk of type-2 diabetes, according to a first study of its kind in India published in the BMJ Open Diabetes Research and Care journal. The study conducted in Delhi and Chennai found that inhaling air with high amounts of fine pollution particles (PM2.5) -- 30 times thinner than a strand of hair -- led to high blood sugar levels and increased type-2 diabetes incidence.

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