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Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited appointed Mr. Eli Leenaars (full name: Mr. Cornelis Petrus Adrianus Joseph Leenaars) as an Additional and Independent Director on the Bank's Board for four years, effective January 1, 2024, subject to statutory/regulatory requirements and other necessary requirements. Mr. Eli Leenaars, a successful leader with 35 years of experience in the financial services sector, has expertise in institutional and investment banking, asset management, corporate and retail banking, and life and general insurance. He is a respected expert on digital banking and global industry trends, managing businesses through mergers, acquisitions, corporate restructurings, strategic initiatives, and challenging financial environments.…

The Smart India Hackathon 2023, organized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and the Institutions Innovation Council at Manipal Institute of Technology, began with a grand inauguration ceremony, attended by Lt General Dr. MD Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor of MAHE, who delivered an inspiring address. The Smart India Hackathon 2023 promises to be an exciting platform for young innovators to collaborate, ideate, and develop transformative solutions that address real-world challenges. MIT, as one of the nodal centers, remains at the forefront of fostering innovation and excellence in education, contributing to India's development. Lt General Dr. Venkatesh acknowledged the potential…

Amazon India has signed a MoU with the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) to offer work opportunities to ex-service personnel, in line with its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company values unique perspectives and fosters a culture conducive to growth. It provides equal access to opportunities and resources across all talent communities, including women, LGBTQIA+, military veterans, and the differently abled. Amazon India has launched multiple initiatives to bring diversity, equity, and inclusion into the workforce, aiming to empower individuals to unlock their full potential and achieve more. Amazon India launched a Military Veterans Employment program in August 2019,…

SEBI, along with NSE and BSE, has established an "Investor Service Centre" in Imphal to serve securities market investors in Manipur. The Centre was inaugurated by SEBI's Chief General Manager, Shri Santosh Kumar Sharma, on December 18, 2023, in the presence of NSE Regional Regulatory Head, Shri Debankur Majumdar, and other officials from SEBI, NSE and investors. The Investor Service Centre will handle investor complaints against listed corporate entities and securities market intermediaries, and will also facilitate state-wide investor awareness programs. Investors may make use of the services of Investor Service Centre located at following address as a single window…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has launched the 64th T-TEP institute at the Government Industrial Training Institute in Karaundi, Varanasi. The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance the skill set of students especially from rural areas, thereby enhancing their employability through the company’s unique training initiative namely Toyota Technical Education Program (T-TEP).The program was launched by Mr. Arun Kumar Yadav, Principal, Government Industrial Training Institute, Karaundi, Varanasi, Mr.Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice President, Mr V. Wiseline Sigamani,General Manager, Strategic Business Unit, TKM, and Mr. Rahul Goenka, Dealer Principal, Rajendra Toyota. T-TEP is a year-long program for final-year…

SEBI, along with NSE and BSE, has established an "Investor Service Centre" in Shillong to serve securities market investors in Meghalaya. The Investor Service Centre managed by NSE was inaugurated by Shri Jeevan Sonparote, Chief General Manager, SEBI on December 20,2023 in the presence of Shri Krishnan Iyer, Senior Vice President of NSE, Shri Debankur Majumdar, Regional Regulatory Head (East) of NSE and other officials from SEBI, NSE and investors. The Investor Service Centre will facilitate resolution of complaints of investors against listed corporate entities and other registered intermediaries in the securities market and will also facilitate conducting of investor…

Vi, a leading telecom operator, has partnered with Gameloft, a renowned mobile video game developer, to provide a wide range of hyper casual games across various genres, including action, adventure, sports, and racing, to Vi users via the Vi Games app, offering popular titles like Danger Dash, Block Breaker Unlimited, Ludi Bubbles, and Asphalt Retro at no extra cost. Vi customers can easily explore this gaming bonanza by navigating through Vi Games section on the Vi App and diving into the Fun Games section. The Gameloft options on Vi Games have a fresh and easy to use look and feel…

Kenya's Daniel Simiu Ebenyo and Ethiopian Sutume Asefa Kebede set course records in the men's and women's categories of the World Athletics Elite Label Road Race, the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K, with a time of 1.11:13 and 1.18:47, respectively. With win, Ebenyo and Kebede took home a winner’s cheque of $7500 plus a bonus of USD 3000 each in the US $100,000 prize money race. Ebenyo and Togom competed in a thrilling race, with Ebenyo leading the field with 43:01 after crossing 15K. Togom, a two-time world championship silver medalist, remained behind, clocking 59.12 at 19Km. Ebenyo continued to push,…

Bajaj Auto hosted Pulsarmania: Master's Edition, a massive event in 100 cities, attracting over 25K attendees and 1L spectators, marking the company's most valuable two-wheeler and three-wheeler company. The Pulsarmania – Master's Edition event in Mumbai showcased the brand's essence through an adrenaline-fueled competition featuring top-tier riders, artist performances, stunt shows, street culture stations, and exclusive brand collaborations. Speaking about the event, Sarang Kanade (President, Motorcycle Business), Bajaj Auto Ltd., said, “We've curated a diverse range of events to ensure an immersive experience for everyone, whether they are avid riders, motorsport enthusiasts, or simply lovers of style and culture.” On…

The increasing acceptance of electric vehicles in India is mirrored by a notable uptick in the preference for EVs among women buyers, showcasing a progressive shift in the automotive landscape. TATA Motors has been a pioneer in the electric vehicle (EV) market, promoting sustainable mobility through innovative advancements.  Tata Motors has consistently shown significant growth in electric vehicle (EV) sales, selling over 48,000 EVs in FY23 and 37,000 in H1 of FY24, indicating a growing demand for EVs as the market matures and adoption barriers decrease. TATA.ev's data reveals a growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs) due to factors reshaping…