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Adecco Group and NSDC International (NSDCI) have announced a strategic partnership to promote international mobility for skilled Indian candidates. This strategic partnership framework seeks to unlock the vast potential of India’s youth for mutually beneficial opportunities and leverage the strengths of both the organizations. Recognizing the global demand for skilled professionals, the partnership envisions to promote the employment of qualified Indian candidates in several countries including Germany, Spain, Canada, and Australia. The focus sectors will be Healthcare, IT & Engineering, Logistics, and other sectors identified collaboratively. The partnership will create pathways for skilled Indian candidates to access international employment opportunities…

Tata Motors, India's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, showcased its advanced mobility solutions at EXCON 2023, South Asia's premier construction equipment exhibition. The company emphasized its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, showcasing trucks and tippers designed for construction and infrastructure sectors, as well as vehicles powered by green fuels like LNG and battery electric. Tata Motors also introduced a range of aggregates, including engines for industrial equipment. Tata Motors has launched its LNG-powered Tata Prima range of trucks and tippers, including the 5528.S LNG and 3528.K LNG, India's first LNG-powered tipper. The company also showcased the Tata Prima E.28K, a…

Range Rover opens the wait list for its highly anticipated Range Rover Electric, ahead of formal orders opening to clients. Range Rover has announced its first fully electric vehicle, enhancing its modern luxury credentials with its distinctive British design and go-anywhere capability, offering towing, wading, and all-terrain technology that surpasses any other luxury electric SUV.  New Range Rover Electric is being developed with more patents filed than any other Range Rover before, and prototypes are under rigorous engineering sign-off programs to confirm its capabilities in extreme temperatures, conditions, and terrains. Engineers aim to create the quietest and most refined Range…

Cummins India Limited, a leading power solutions technology provider, has launched DATUM, an intelligent Fuel Management System, in collaboration with Repos Energy at CII EXCON 2023 at BIEC. As a part of the collaboration, Cummins will market and distribute the DATUM range of products through its vast distribution network in India. DATUM is a solution that helps customers manage their fuel operations effectively by enhancing visibility into the downstream diesel value chain. The solution uses sensors and digital technologies to provide real-time updates on fuel inventory and consumption across multiple installations. It also enables remote monitoring of fuel levels, sends…

JLR is collaborating with Tata Communications, the global commtech (communications technology) player, to future-proof its digital transformation and pave the way for new standards such as Industry 4.0 and advanced analytics. The partnership will power the production of JLR’s next-generation vehicles, a key part of its Reimagine strategy, and provide the connectivity foundation for the next phase of digital transformation for the organisation. Tata Communications is set to introduce its cloud-first SD-WAN technology to connect all 128 JLR's global sites, enhancing supply chain efficiency and security by connecting the global headquarters to various facilities. Tata Communications’ Executive Vice President and…

IBM's survey reveals that 64% of hybrid cloud users in India have a formal policy for Generative AI, but barriers that initially slowed adoption are now impeding its implementation. Cloud leaders are concerned about privacy and confidentiality issues when adopting GenAI, despite the potential benefits of a hybrid cloud approach. They believe a cloud environment is essential for managing sustainability initiatives, but workforce skills deficiencies are affecting implementation, highlighting the need for improved cloud skills. The IBM Cloud Transformation Report 2023 reveals that 68% of Indian decision-makers find cloud skills a top challenge, with 60% of cloud leaders citing security…

Ather Energy, a leading player in the electric vehicle (EV) segment has entered into a partnership with Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of two-wheelers, to establish an interoperable fast-charging network for electric two-wheelers across India. Ather Energy and Hero MotoCorp are partnering to integrate their fast charging stations, AtherGrids and VIDA, across 100 cities, covering over 1,900 points.  The combined charging infrastructure is set to become the largest of its kind in the country, offering EV users an unparalleled and convenient ownership experience. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has approved India's first-ever indigenously developed AC and DC Combined…

Apollo Hospitals has consistently ranked highest in India's Best Hospitals Rankings, according to a survey by The Week Magazine and Hansa Research. The hospital has topped 'India's Best Hospitals Rankings' for 2023, with its flagship hospital at Greams Road, Chennai, ranking as the No.1 Private Hospital in India and Apollo Children's Hospitals, Chennai, as the No.1 Private Paediatric Hospital in the country. This achievement is a testament to the hospital's clinical excellence and commitment to patient care for over 40 years.

Vivanta Industries Ltd, based in Ahmedabad, is offering consultancy and turnkey solutions for projects, focusing on next-gen tech businesses. The company is expanding into drone, Information Technology, AI, Robotics, and electric vehicle charging stations. It has already begun work on drone and EV business and plans to make it big. In September 2023, Vivanta Industries Ltd entered into an MOU with Vivanta Drone Research Centre Tanzania Ltd, acquiring a 50% stake for drone assembly and R&D. In April 2023, the company received a $5 million work order from EVOCNA for establishing an EV charging and manufacturing unit, with the goal…

Dr. Rita Chowdhury, a renowned author, has achieved a significant literary milestone by launching her latest masterpiece, "Neverland Zero Hour." The highly anticipated event was graced by the esteemed presence of Bangladesh's influential leader, Khaled Mahjabeen, who attended as the chief guest. Initially inaugurated by the governor of West Bengal and Lt General Kalita at the iconic Victoria Memorial on the auspicious occasion of Vijay Divas The Kenilworth Hotel book launch event celebrated literature, culture, and storytelling, with dignitaries, guests, and readers gathering to honor Dr. Rita Chowdhury's contribution to literature and celebrate the release of a literary gem. On…