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NSDCI and Pearson have entered a partnership to promote Pearson's BTEC programs among education partners and affiliates in India. This collaboration aims to promote academic and vocational qualifications recognized by education ministries and employers globally. NSDCI International will support Pearson to generate awareness about their BTEC programs within its ecosystem, further helping in increasing outreach through its Skilling Audience across 11,000+ Training Centers, 750 PMKK (Centers of Excellence) and 13,000+ Schools /Universities/academic institutes, across 700+ districts of India. Pearson BTEC offers high-quality, career-focused programs that are co-created with industry and academia and are acknowledged by 100+ professional bodies globally. They…

Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with State Bank of India (SBI), country’s leading public sector bank to offer unique financing solutions for the purchase of the all-new Tata Ace EV – India’s most advanced, zero-emission, four-wheel commercial vehicle. Through this partnership, Tata Motors will leverage SBI’s strong network to make these solutions accessible to customers. The Ace EV is a holistic solution for hassle-free e-cargo mobility and 5-year comprehensive maintenance package. It is co-developed with stakeholders and has successfully completed real-world market trials. The Ace EV's supporting ecosystem includes the development…

Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer and the pioneer of the EV evolution in India, has announced that India’s most trusted and driven EV – the Nexon EV has successfully entered the India Book of Records by covering the ‘Fastest’ Kashmir to Kanyakumari drive by an EV. The Nexon EV – India’s number one electric vehicle completed the drive of 4003kms in just 95 hours and 46 minutes (under 4 days), successfully proving its ability to undertake multi-city trips. Having spent a total of 28 hours resulting in only 21 stops for fast charging throughout the trip, the Nexon EV…

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. (“KMBL” / “Bank”) announced the joining of Rohit Bhasin as President and Chief Marketing Officer to lead the Bank’s Marketing, Corporate Communication & Media initiatives. A veteran from Unilever,Rohit brings over two decades of experience in building iconic consumer brands in India and several Asian markets. Rohit is a digital evangelist with a successful track record of scaling large, complex global consumer businesses and setting up high growth businesses. He was instrumental in leading the digital transformation journey through data driven and influencer marketing to build a strong appeal with younger consumers. Rohit has won multiple…

ExxonMobil unveils the ultimate full synthetic engine oil, Mobil 1 Triple Action Power+, specially formulated to help car owners unlock the power in their vehicles by delivering outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness, with the added benefit of fuel economy. Vipin Rana, CEO, ExxonMobil Lubricants Private Limited, said, “We put our Mobil 1 engine oils to the test in the lab, on the road, and on the tracks replicating some of the toughest, most extreme, and real-life conditions anywhere in the world. Formula One is the ultimate test ground for Mobil 1 engine oils, which help reduce friction and wear…

IDFC Mutual Fund is set to adopt its new brand identity as Bandhan Mutual Fund consequently; each scheme of the fund house will be renamed to replace the word ‘IDFC’ with the word ‘Bandhan’. Since the underlying investment strategy, processes, and team continue to remain the same, investors can benefit from the same high‐quality investment approach that the fund house is reputed for. The fund house brings together a strong foundation in serving investors through a slew of well-defined products and a deep commitment to empowering communities. At the heart of this rebranding, which includes a change of the name…

Courtyard by Marriott Shillong has announced the opening of Tavern Club, the hotel's newest lounge bar. Situated in Jail Road, Police Bazaar Shillong, against a stunning background of the city's sparkling cityscape, Tavern Club is all set to offer guests with a specially curated local and international food menu and beverage as well as handcrafted cocktails by the talented in-house mixologist. The bar menu to be paired with an array of vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, small bites, eclectic grills, fresh seafood and the best summer cocktails. The menu highlights ‘Baked Nacho Sour Cream & Guacamole’, ‘Pulled Smoked Pork Slider in…

Marengo Asia Hospitals has expanded its footprint in Delhi NCR by acquiring a 100% stake in W Pratiksha Hospital, a 250-bed hospital facility in Gurugram. Marengo Asia Healthcare acquires or partners with accredited, clinically sound hospitals to integrate them to function under the chain of Marengo Asia Hospital. The hospital network focuses on providing tertiary and quaternary care, creating ‘centres of excellence’ across medical specialties, and adopting a ‘patient first’ approach. W Pratiksha Hospitalis a multi-specialty hospital situated in Sector 56 of Gurugram which is easily accessible to all parts of Gurugram and Delhi as well. The hospital is NABH…

Amazon announced the launch of the Echo Dot 5th Gen with improved audio, Ultrasound Motion Detection, temperature sensor, and tap gesture control. It is the best-sounding Echo Dot yet, with clearer vocals and up to double the bass. It also has in-built sensors to automatically switch on lights and AC if the room gets too warm. The Echo Dot is Amazon's bestselling smart speaker. Customers can just use their voice and ask Alexa in English, Hindi, and Hinglish –to play music, jokes, and games, control smart home appliances, set timers, add items to lists, create reminders, pay bills, and more.…

91Springboard, Google for Start-ups GfS has selected four women entrepreneurs from Kolkata for the first Cohort of their 'Level Up' program, a countrywide virtual accelerator program that allows women entrepreneurs to fund their startups and grow their businesses. They have received guidance and mentorship from industry experts to help them scale up their businesses and establish their brands as prominent players in the Indian startup ecosystem. The 'Level Up Program' is aimed at providing insights and guidance from accomplished mentors from Google and other leading corporations to women led startups. 71 mentors provided masterclasses, peer meetups, tools and expertise for…