Business Bureau

Ericsson announced the successful completion of the charging consolidation program for the leading telecom operator, Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL), replacing three existing Online Charging Solutions (OCS) with Ericsson Charging as the single OCS solution across India. The program is one of the industry’s largest successful installations of this type to date globally. This consolidated online charging solution with integrated data policy architecture enables faster product launches and better, more efficient ways of working. With this, Vi now has a simplified prepaid charging stack, which brings uniformity of architecture in Charging and data Policy and Charging Rules Function (PCRF), customer experience,…

In line with its aggressive Global Business expansion plans, Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, announced Motosport SA as its partner in Costa Rica – a key market in Central America. As the exclusive distributor for the sale and service of Hero MotoCorp motorcycles and scooters in the country,Motosport SA will play a key role in the rapid expansion of Hero’s network in Costa Rica.  Established in 2002, Motosport SA has more than two decades of expertise in the motorcycle industry, with a sales, service and parts network spanning across the entire country. The Phase-wise expansion…

International Nurses Day is celebrated annually on May 12th to mark Florence Nightingale's birthday, the founder of modern nursing. The day offers an opportunity to recognize and appreciate the hard work of nurses around the world. This is especially true for India, where the nursing community faces a myriad of challenges that impact their professional growth, well-being, and the overall quality of healthcare delivery. The theme for this year- “Our Nurses. Our Future” offers a valuable reminder that nurses have a crucial role in providing quality care and health services to people, today and in the future. Nurses are the…

The Manipal Institute of Technology, MAHE has launched an undergraduate program in B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing, which combines topics from mathematical, computer science and statistical applications. The program aims to provide theoretical knowledge and practical training in mathematical, statistical and scientific computing, and to prepare students for research programs and institutes in India and abroad. This program aims to help students widen their career prospects by providing theoretical and practical training in mathematical, statistical, and scientific computing. Key features include 8 semesters, open electives, minor specialisations, and B.Tech. Honours. Students with CGPA 8.5 or above can also opt for…

This summer, La Shield by Glenmark, comes with its all-improved Mineral Sunscreen range that provides all-round protection from harmful UV rays and pollution. The sun's UV rays cause irreparable damage to skin, making it dull, tired, often tanned with dark spots, and susceptible to allergy, inflammation, acne, and wrinkles. Synthetic sunscreens only absorb this unwanted UV radiation, making the problem worse. La Shield Mineral Sunscreen creates a mirror-like shield on the skin that reflects unwanted UV radiation. The Pollution Protect Mineral Sunscreen range provides dual protection from environmental stressors like UV Rays and Pollution. Its Moisture Boost Formulation improves skin…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is humbled to announce that its esteemed Ex Vice Chairman, Late Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, has been posthumously honoured by CNBC-TV18 India Business Leader Awards (IBLA). The 18th anniversary of IBLA was conducted on 11th May 2023 at the Jio Centre in BKC, Mumbai.  Shri. Hardeep Singh Puri presented the award to recognize his contribution to modernising India's manufacturing sector and leadership in the Indian automobile industry. Late Mr. Vikram Kirloskar was instrumental in steering TKM to become one of the key players in the Indian automotive market. His visionary leadership and commitment to excellence have been…

Tata AIA Life has introduced a more powerful version of its flagship annuity plan, Fortune Guarantee Pension, which offers higher annuity rates and death benefits. It caters to a diverse set of customers, including married, women and individuals wanting to save for the future. Key product benefits include Immediate Life Annuity, Guaranteed Additions, Choosing annuity in advance, Loan against policy, Joint Life Options, and Joint Life Options. The Retirement Savings Gap in India is projected to reach USD 85 trillion by 2050, and Indian consumers must prepare for this crisis by ensuring financial independence after retirement. Tata AIA Life Fortune…

NESCAFÉ, one of the world’s most loved coffee brands, has launched a new campaign this summer. The campaign shows the ease of making a delicious glass of NESCAFÉ Cold Coffee and becoming the ‘special one’ in the process. The latest TVC highlights story of how a young boy smartly paves his way out of doing household chores in absence of an essential member of the family - the house help, by making NESCAFÉ Classic Cold Coffee for the family. Commenting on the campaign Sunayan Mitra, Head, Coffee & Beverages, Nestlé India said, “Through this campaign we wanted to showcase how…

Mothers work hard to take care of us and often forget to take care of themselves. They take on many roles in our lives - friend, confidant, frenemy, mentor, stylist… these are only a few examples. So, this Mother’s Day, why not gift these superwomen some much-needed TLC? A Britain-born international, ethical beauty brand, The Body Shop has an extensive Mother’s Day gifting range. The products in The Body Shop’s collection are infused with handpicked ingredients like British Rose that emanate a refreshing floral scent and are ideal for year-round use. What’s more is that The Body Shop’s gifting range…

ASL (Adventum Student Living), a leading study-abroad platform that owns the UniAcco, UniCreds and UniScholars brands, has raised a bridge equity round USD 5 million led by new investor Cornerstone Ventures (CSVP Fund) and existing investors as a bridge to its proposed Series B round of USD 20 million.ASL is a unified student lifecycle management platform assisting students in their application-to-accommodation journey with a digital-first approach. To date, ASL has benefitted over 500K students through its platforms. UniScholars has successfully placed students in more than 100+ universities worldwide, providing counselling and support services throughout the admissions process. UniCreds, an extended…