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Nissan Motor India (NMIPL) has appointed Saurabh Vatsa as Deputy Managing Director, effective from January 15. Vatsa will report to Managing Director Rakesh Srivastava and support the company's implementation of the ongoing transformation roadmap for India.  The appointment reflects Nissan's transformation plan to meet the opportunities and challenges in the automotive industry in India. Vatsa has extensive experience across Asian markets and deep automotive industry knowledge, having worked in various strategic business functions. He is a graduate of Delhi University, has an MBA from the International Management Institute, and completed an executive management program at the London Business School. Frank…

Physics Wallah (PW), India's leading ed-tech platform, has launched an offline PW Vidyapeeth Centre in Durgapur. The centre, inaugurated by PW Co-Founder Prateek Maheshwari, is part of the company's commitment to establishing educational hubs across the country and making education more accessible to students. The centre features 11 tech-enabled classrooms and 2,500 seating capacity, offering a conducive learning environment. It also provides a library facility and self-study space. For the next academic year, the centre will offer an additional 20% discount to students. PW Vidyapeeth also offers the Student Welfare Scheme (SWS), which provides support for hostels and transportation facilities…

Dr. Premkumar Balachandran, a renowned surgeon with a wide range of expertise, including MBBS, MS, FRCS (Glas), M.MAS (UK), FICS, FICRS, FIAGES, FAMASI, Dip. ALS, and FALS.  Is a senior consultant in minimal access, robotic, bariatric, hernia, and abdominal wall reconstruction, from Head-Apollo Institutes of Hernia Surgery & Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Chennai. For more information please contact: +91 80173 63636/+91 62922 33636/+91 91630 48748.

Samsung has launched an excellent discount for its Galaxy A05s, A54 5G, and A34 5G smartphones. The Galaxy A05s is now available at an immediate INR 2000 discount, reducing the original price of INR 13499 to INR 11499 and INR 12999, respectively. The gadget is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 and has a 6.71" Full HD+ 90Hz display. It features a 50MP primary camera and a 5000 mAh battery with 25W Super-Fast charging. The gadget is future-proof, with four years of security updates and two generations of OS upgrades. The Galaxy A34 5G is currently available for INR 25999,…

Coca-Cola India and India’s largest retailer, Reliance Retail announced the launch of a sustainability initiative titled “BhoolNaJana, Plastic Bottle Lautana”, focused on post-consumer PET collection at Reliance Retail stores in Mumbai through Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) and collection bins.With a vision for a circular economy, this pilot project, aligned with the Government’s Swachh Bharat Mission, has commenced in 36 stores of Reliance Retail including Smart Bazaar and Sahakari Bhandar stores in Mumbai and Delhi, and will expand to 200 stores across the country by 2025 with a target of collecting 5,00,000PET bottles annually in the pilot phase. The initiative was…

DSP Mutual Fund has launched the DSP Nifty Healthcare ETF, an open-ended scheme replicating the Nifty Healthcare Index. This scheme allows investors to participate in India's growing healthcare sector, covering diversified themes like pharmaceuticals, hospitals, pathology, healthcare research analytics, and technology. The scheme adjusts every 6 months to represent the top 20 healthcare companies. India's healthcare market cap has grown by 10% in the last decade, currently accounting for 5.8% of the country's total market capitalization. This is one of the lowest in developed and emerging market countries, but India's focus on healthcare could help bridge this gap. The Indian…

IBM and the  Commissionerate of Technical Education in Gujarat have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance technical and professional education in Gujarat. The collaboration will focus on leveraging IBM SkillsBuild to equip learners with essential skills in emerging technologies like AI, cybersecurity, hybrid cloud, and workplace skills for professional development. The collaboration is driven by the Gujarat government's commitment to fostering opportunities and nurturing a dynamic workforce. The collaboration aims to strengthen Gujarat's education and skilling ecosystem, bridging knowledge gaps for graduates and professionals, enhancing their expertise in emerging technology and soft skills. IBM has also unveiled its…

The Japan Foundation is bringing the sixth edition of the Japanese Film Festival India to Kolkata after four years, following successful runs in six cities. The four-month-long touring festival will approach its grand finale. The opening ceremony took place in New Delhi on 12th October, attended by notable stalwarts, film critics, and members of the Japan Foundation and Japan Embassy.  Influencers, Delhi-based cosplayers, and members of the Delhi Anime Club and Delhi Film Club attended the screening. The festival has also been held in Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Pune, with similar success and praise. The ultimate leg of the…

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEM), a subsidiary of Tata Motors, has announced the start of production of passenger vehicles from its new factory in Sanand, Gujarat. The event marked a significant milestone for the company, with the roll-out of the first Tata-branded car from the world-class facility. The factory was acquired from Ford India on January 10, 2023, and spread across 460 acres, it will be Tata Motors' second plant in Gujarat to manufacture ICE and EV models. The plant houses four main shops - Stamping, Body construction, Paint, and Final assembly shop - equipped with high levels of…

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has announced its 'Customer Care Mahotsav', a comprehensive customer engagement program for commercial vehicle customers. Scheduled from 14th January to 30th March 2024, this initiative will take place across all authorised Tata Motors service outlets across the country. The Customer Care Mahotsav will provide a platform for fleet owners and truck drivers to engage and understand their needs. It offers benefits like vehicle check-ups by trained technicians, discounts on Tata Genuine Parts, and value-added services like Annual Maintenance Contract, Fleet Management Solutions, and Fleet Edge. Drivers will receive comprehensive training on safe driving…