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The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Pearson have formed a partnership to improve employability skills in Indian youth. The partnership will integrate Pearson VUE's IT Specialist Certification and English Language Testing programs, Versant and Mondly, into NSDC's eLearning platforms. Pearson VUE, a pioneer in computer-based testing, administers over 19 million certification exams annually across academia, IT, and healthcare. The IT Specialist Certification program validates knowledge in software development, networking, and security, providing essential training for IT professionals. The partnership was announced at the Akhil Bhartiya Shiksha Samagam 2023, signed by Ved Mani Tiwari, Chief Executive Officer of the National…

Tata Motors, India's largest automotive manufacturer, has joined forces with the Kendriya Police KalyanBhandar (KPKB) to provide electric vehicles (EVs) to paramilitary forces, state police personnel, and their families. The partnership will offer special rates on Tata Motors' EV portfolio, including Tiago.ev, Tigor EV, and Nexon EV PRIME and MAX, to all beneficiaries. As a measure of welfare for the currently serving and retired personnel of Railway Protection Force (RPF), the Intelligence Bureau (I.B), Special Protection Group (SPG), National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), National Investigation Agency (NIA), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), SashastraSeema Bal (SSB), Central…

Byomkesh Bakshi, a popular Indian detective created by Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay, is considered the Indian Sherlock Holmes. With his wits and intellect, he solves the toughest cases and has gained love and adoration from audiences. To play this multi-faceted character, an impressive actor is needed. Some of the top Byomkesh Bakshi portrayals include: Uttam Kumar's Chiriakhana (1967) showcased Byomkesh Bakshi's intelligence, wit, and charm as an iconic detective, while Rajit Kapur portrays him on Doordarshan. 2014 web series by Gaurav Chakrabarty revived Byomkesh Bakshi, attracting new fans with intelligence, wit, and charm. In 2015, Jisshu Sengupta's portrayal of Byomkesh Bakshi was…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) announced the launch of its latest offering, the All New Toyota Rumion - a new compact MPV boasting of unmatched space, excellent fuel efficiency in a stylish and premium new family car. Already a frontrunner in Indian MPV segment, the launch of this seven-seater is expected to further boost Toyota’s presence in the market.Marking Toyota’s entry into the B-MPV segment, All New Toyota Rumion presents a prestigious and convenient option for families seeking comfort, convenience, reliability and peace-of-mind. This backed by top performance and excellent fuel efficiency aptly caters to the evolving needs of customers in the…

HMD Global has launched the Nokia 130 Music and Nokia 150, two premium feature phones. The Nokia 130 Music offers long-lasting connections, impressive battery life, and user-friendly features for music lovers. The Nokia 150 combines elegant design with rugged durability, revolutionizing mobile experience.Nokia 130 Music is a compact, versatile mobile phone with a loudspeaker, MP3 player, MicroSD card support, and FM radio. It offers 1450 mAh battery, talk time, 34 days standby, 2000 contacts, and 500 SMS storage. Nokia 150 is a premium phone with elegant design, rugged durability, and an IP52 rating. It features metallic accents, nano texture, and…

Tata AIA Life Insurance has introduced digital payments through WhatsApp and Unified Payment Interfaces, focusing on 'Consumer Obsession'. This industry-first feature offers instant premium payment through WhatsApp and UPI-enabled options, providing a seamless, agile process for digital premium payments. This hassle-free premium payment experience is accessible to both tech and non-tech-savvy consumers, enhancing the insurance industry's value of consumer obsession. India's WhatsApp and UPI have become household messaging and payment facilities, with close to 500 million WhatsApp users and over 300 million UPI users. Tata AIA introduces premium payment through these platforms to provide convenience and ease of transaction. The…

Enterprises are undergoing an enormous digital transformation, leading to workloads shifting to the cloud. In this fast-evolving digital era, enterprises needs have broadened for various services and solutions – be it security, connectivity, or cloud. To cater to these growing needs and as part of ongoing portfolio expansion, Vi Business, the enterprise arm of the leading telecom operator Vodafone Idea, has partnered with Yotta Data Services to enhance its data center Colocation and Cloud services portfolio. Under this partnership, Vi Business and Yotta will partner to enhance their market presence and offer integrated connectivity, cloud, and security solutions for Indian…

Mahindra Last Mile Mobility introduces the Mahindra e-Alfa Super, India's top electric 3-wheeler, to its lineup. This new e-rickshaw, along with the reliability of brand Mahindra, will continue to be the most viable self-employment option for driver partners with its higher range, best-in-class safety and comfort features. The e-Alfa Super boasts a higher range of 95+ km on a single charge, achieved through Mahindra's extensive driving validations. Its 140 Ah lead-acid battery offers a 20% increase in certified range, and its motor generates 1.64 kW peak power and 22Nm torque for exceptional performance. Over 50,000 e-Alfa customers trust the e-Alfa…

Coca-Cola India announced the appointment of Irene Tan as the Vice President, Human Resources for India & Southwest Asia (INSWA). In her new role, Irene will be accelerating INSWA’s growth by recruiting future-ready talent, performance enablement and employee development for the company in India and Southwest Asia. Irene joined the company in 2012 as a talent sourcing consultant for the Asia Pacific Group. She became the lead talent acquisition partner for Greater China & Korea and moved to Shanghai. She initiated campus recruitments for management trainees, advancing gender and generational diversity. In 2015, she became Executive Recruiting Director in Singapore,…

The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) held the BIMSTEC Energy Conclave in Dhaka, with High Commissioner Pranay Verma as Chief Guest. Verma emphasized the importance of enhancing energy cooperation and electricity trade among BIMSTEC countries, and the signing of a MoU on Grid Interconnection is a step towards this goal. The India-Bangladesh relationship is characterized by increasing cooperation in power and energy, as seen in the India-Bangladesh Friendship Pipeline, which transports one million metric tonnes of high-speed diesel annually to Bangladesh in a sustainable and reliable manner. The High Commissioner highlighted the importance of regional cooperation under BIMSTEC in the…