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India Yamaha Motor (IYM), marked an important milestone in revving up its network to 300 Blue Square showrooms across India. This accomplishment reflects Yamaha's ongoing dedication to building a strong network under the Yamaha Blue theme and offering customers with a superior end-to-end experience. The 'Call of the Blue' brand campaign, launched in 2018, has significantly enhanced customer engagement and established a premium image. In 2019, Yamaha introduced Blue Square showrooms to provide comprehensive biking solutions. These premium outlets have become a strong medium for customers to connect with the brand's culture and racing heritage. Yamaha showrooms are not just…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has initiated the adrenaline-pumping "Great 4X4 Expedition by Toyota" from Guwahati, marking the fifth leg of its series of exhilarating off-road drives across India. This groundbreaking event in the Northeast promises an unforgettable experience, uniting fervent off-roaders amidst the breathtaking landscape of PRP Valley and the scenic locales of Meghalaya. Commencing from March 8th to 10th, 2024, this expedition amplifies TKM's commitment to engaging with the 4X4 SUV community nationwide. Participants will embark on a journey of exploration and adventure, driving iconic models such as the Hilux, LC300, Fortuner, and Hyryder AWD, alongside owners of SUVs…

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles, has introduced its Non-Stop Series of Heavy Duty Trucks in Kolkata. The event aimed to enhance driver productivity and ensure truck uptime in the Indian Truck Industry, focusing on strategies rooted in Eicher's 'Nayi Soch' ethos, addressing key stakeholders. The panel discussion "Behind the Wheel: Driver Productivity for Truck Uptime," witnessed insightful discussion from industry leaders highlighting proactive approaches of improving working conditions for drivers and empowering them. The expert panel, moderated of Mr Vinod Aggarwal MD & CEO VECV, the expert panel comprised of Mr. Pramod K Gupta, MD,…

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has inaugurated the Skill India Centre in Bhadrak, Odisha, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of India becoming a Global Skill Capital. The centre will impart training to the students by seamlessly integrating academic knowledge with practical, hands-on experience across job roles. The training focuses on honing skills of the students, building networking opportunities and providing training in emerging technologies that promotes holistic growth of the students. Odisha's youth population has potential, and a center aims to bridge the gap between industry and academia by providing industry-relevant skills. The center will foster…

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced that it will increase the price of its commercial vehicles effective 1stApril 2024, up to 2%. The price increase is to offset the residual impact of the past input costs. While the price increase will vary as per individual model and variant, it will be applicable across the entire range of commercial vehicles.

IBM and MeitY's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a joint working group to accelerate High Performance Computing (HPC) in India. The collaboration aims to support the growth of India's developer community, focusing on processor design, system design, firmware, and application development, including open source contributions. As part of this MoU, both parties will promote IBM’s Power processorfor HPC applications across Indian start-ups, MSMEs, research organizations, and academic institutions.Through the HPC working group,IBM and C-DAC plan to collaborate in several key areas spanning across skilling, competency and ecosystem building in…

India's leading integrated infrastructure and construction services provider, Sela, has successfully inaugurated the Sela Tunnel Project in Arunachal Pradesh, officiated by Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi, marking its 75th anniversary. This milestone event marks a significant leap in India's strategic infrastructure development, enhancing all-weather connectivity and facilitating rapid troop mobility in the region. Patel Engineering was chosen for the Sela Tunnel Project due to its expertise in managing complex, large-scale projects. Recognized for its resilience and operational excellence, they have been the preferred partner for critical global projects. The Sela Tunnel, valued at Rs. 650 crores, is a significant investment…

Sunrise Pure Spices, a rapidly growing Assam-based spice brand, is set to unveil the grand finale of 'Sunrise Agragamini,' a groundbreaking startup contest promoting women entrepreneurship. Commencing on Women's Day, the audience will experience the journey of 15 aspiring entrepreneurs taking flight with their entrepreneurial dreams and finding wings. 15 exceptional women with unique startup ideas have been selected to grace the stage at the Sunrise Agragamini grand finale from over 50 entries. To witness the exhilarating 3-episode contest, viewers can tune in to the specially curated show on Pratidin News Channel, starting 8th March 2024. In each episode, 5…

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) announced its upcoming Kaushal Mahotsav mega recruitment drive on 9th and 10th March 2024 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The event, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, aims to make the skilling ecosystem more youth-centric and holistic. The event will take place at the University of Lucknow. Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Defence is expected to grace the occasion on day two. The Kaushal Mahotsav proves to be a game-changer in the landscape of skill development and will offer a range of employment opportunities in the Lucknow region and the nearby districts.…

Limca, Coca-Cola India's heritage brand, has released the 33rd edition of the Limca Book of Records, a reference book chronicling India's achievements in 2023 and those that have stood steadfast over the years, under the theme of 'India at her Best'. The book, a pioneering archive of Indian records, showcases the best Indian real-life stories of perseverance, patience, and performances. It covers India's headlining achievements, from the Asian Games 2022 performance to the newly designed Sansad Bhavan, celebrating India's achievements. In 2023, India achieved significant success in sports, winning over 100 medals at the Asian Games 2022 in Hangzhou, China,…