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Air India has launched 'Safety Mudras', an in-flight safety video that integrates safety instructions with the vibrant culture of India. The video captures the festive spirit and joy that Bihu brings to Assam, celebrating the cultural richness of the region. The safety video, composed by Grammy-winning Shankar Mahadevan, blends safety and culture, capturing India's essence in mesmerising locations. It will be accessible on Air India's A350 aircraft, equipped with advanced inflight entertainment screens, and will be gradually deployed on other aircraft in the fleet. Campbell Wilson, CEO & MD, Air India, stated, “Our guests will find this inflight safety video…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) proudly continues its exciting partnership with the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL), showcasing the iconic Hilux being its official vehicle partner. The ISRL, India's first franchise-based supercross league, has been a success, with TKM's partnership with the iconic Hilux setting new standards for motorsports and automobile enthusiasts. The league's third leg, held at Open Ground in Bengaluru, saw over7,000+ fans participate, highlighting the growing popularity and significance of off-roading engagements in India. The final round, held on February 25th, 2024, transcended conventional racing boundaries and set new standards for motorsports in India. The ISRL's dirt bike…

Smt. Annpurna Devi, Hon'ble Union Minister of State For Education, flagged off Kaushal Rath, a specialized bus providing skill training and certification to aspiring candidates in remote areas of Jhumri Telaiyain, Jharkhand's Koderma. The modern bus will enhance youth's skills and provide employment opportunities across various industries by providing access to advanced tools and technology. The initiative aligns perfectly with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi of uplifting backward regions to enhance their standard of living, promote inclusive development and create an impact on a large scale. Kaushal Rath promotes entrepreneurial mindset, digital literacy, and employment opportunities…

Tata Motors, Ahmedabad District Co-operative Milk Producers Union Limited, and Gujarat Dairy Development Board have initiated a 'White Revolution' in Sanand, promoting socio-economic transformation, improved access to education and healthcare, and enhancing community status through a collaborative initiative. By leveraging technology and cooperatives, more than 1600 women from the distant regions of Sanand have brought about a remarkable change in the social and economic conditions of rural Gujarat. India, the world's largest milk producer, has a low per capita yield, leading to traditional dairy farming led by women from the Bharwar and Koli Patel communities in Sanand. Tata Motors introduced…

Stock exchanges play a crucial role in providing investor services, raising awareness, and ensuring protection. SEBI, along with NSE and BSE, has established an Investor Service Centre in Gangtok to meet the needs of investors in securities markets in Sikkim, operationalized on February 26, 2024.With a view to enhance access and reach to investors, Exchange has setup new Investor Service Centres. The centre services query resolution, complaint resolution and necessary assistance in filing complaints in SEBI Scores Portal and the Smart ODR Portal. The ISC centre in Gangtok will offer learning, interaction and knowledge sessions on various investment products and…

Škoda Auto India is revving up its efforts in the Indian automotive market with the announcement of a brand-new compact SUV slated to hit Indian roads in the first half of 2025. This marks the company's third major product initiative tailored specifically for the Indian market, following the successful launches of the Kushaq and the Slavia. The upcoming SUV, built on the versatile MQB-A0-IN platform shared with its predecessors, underscores Škoda's commitment to the Indian market. Klaus Zellmer, CEO of Škoda Auto a.s, emphasized India's significance in the brand's global growth strategy, highlighting the country's role as a crucial market…

Nissan Formula E Team has partnered with Coral Eyewear for a multi-year deal, providing sunglasses and apparel made from recycled plastic and plant-based materials to all Nissan Formula E Team members during the 2023/24 campaign and beyond. In addition, the marque will release special edition Nissan Formula E Team sunglasses, decorated with team colors and logos, ahead of the inaugural Tokyo E-Prix at the end of March. Coral Eyewear, a sustainability-focused brand, is partnering with Nissan Formula E Team to promote sustainable fashion. The partnership will allow the Japanese team, including drivers Oliver Rowland and Sacha Fenestraz, to leverage the…

redBus, the world's largest online bus ticketing platform, has partnered with Sikkim Nationalised Transport (SNT), a state-owned bus transport corporation, to offer services in the scenic Sikkim state. This collaboration signifies an important step forward in the digitization of bus travel in the region, offering passengers a seamless and convenient booking experience. RedBus is launching 25 SNT Services for online bookings, with plans to add more private undertaking services in the future. The platform, powered by redBus GDS (back-end technology), simplifies inter- and intra-state bus ticket bookings in the region. SNT's integration with redBus adds 550 seats to its inventory,…

Flipkart, India's e-commerce giant, has launched a grocery fulfillment center in West Bengal, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to next-day grocery delivery. Flipkart plans to open its fourth grocery fulfillment center in the state, generating over 700 local job opportunities and providing nationwide market entry for thousands of local sellers, MSMEs, and small-scale farmers. Spread over 1.13 lakh square feet with a dispatch capacity of over 1 lac units per day, this fulfillment center will cater to more than 7,000 orders per day across Berhampore, Malda, the North Bengal belts, and parts of Jharkhand and Bihar, including Bhagalpur,…

Vi has announced an unprecedented partnership with US-based Blue Ribbon Bags, offering a game-changing solution for Vi Postpaid international travelers. Starting February 26, 2024, until March 21, 2024, Vi Postpaid users can now pre-book select International Roaming (IR) Packs and unlock a complimentary Delayed and Lost Baggage Cover valued at an astounding Rs. 19,800 per bag. This innovative initiative comes in response to the burgeoning concerns surrounding lost and mishandled baggage, a prevalent issue highlighted by a report from SITA, the leading expert in airport transport communication and IT. With over 26 million pieces of luggage delayed, lost, or damaged…