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The Ministerial Conference on Women Empowerment is being held in Gujarat, Gujarat, from August 2 to 3, under India's G20 Presidency. The three-day meeting, chaired by Smriti Irani, will bring over 150 delegates from G20 members, invited countries, and international organizations. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Minister of State for Women and Child Development Dr. Mahendra Munjpara, and India's G20 Chief Co-ordinator Harsh Vardhan Shringla attended the inaugural session. The 3-day Ministerial Conference began with a special video message by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing the delegates, Prime Minister said, “When women prosper, the world prospers.” He added, “Her leadership…

Amazon hosted the 3rd edition of AmazeWIT – Amazon Women in Technology Conference in Bengaluru, in line with Amazon’s commitment to upskill and provides meaningful career opportunities to women in the technology space. The day-long hybrid conference empowered and provided opportunity for women to learn about innovative technologies and professional development through curated sessions, exchanging best practices, mentoring opportunitiesand expand their networks. AmazeWIT 2023, a technology event, aimed to empower inclusion and foster belonging by focusing on inspiring examples and experiences. The conference featured keynote addresses, technology talks, fireside chats, and networking opportunities.Topics covered included inclusion, Belonging, Amazon's cutting-edge innovations,…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 21,911 units in July 2023, marking its highest cumulative sale. While the overall domestic sales stood at 20,759 units, exports accounted for 1152 units. This represents a steady growth of 10% compared to July 2022, where sales stood at 19,693 units. In June 2023, the company had sold 19,608 units thereby presenting month-to-month growth of 12%. The company previously posted its best monthly wholesales in May’2023 by selling 20,410 units. TKM sold 1,24,282 units in CY 2023, a 31% increase from CY 2022's 94,710 units. The first four months of FY 2023 have witnessed a…

Trevor Noah is expanding his 'Off The Record Tour' globally, launching an Asia Tour from September 22nd to October 1st in India. BookMyShow Live, BookMyShow's live entertainment experiential division, will produce and promote the tour, featuring Noah's first performance in India. Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (“KMBL”/“Kotak”) announced Kotak White Credit Card’stie-up as aco-sponsor for Trevor Noah’s ‘Off the Record Tour 2023 – India’, to bring laughter and joy to its cardholders. Kotak Credit Card holders will have exclusive 48-hour access to pre-sale tickets for the tour from 6 PM on August 1st to 6 PM on August 3rd, 2023. The…

The Limca Book of Records 2023 showcases remarkable stories from diverse champions, commemorating 75 years of independence through the special 'Rukkmatt' edition. These record holders' achievements deeply impact readers' hearts and minds. The book highlights the determination, perseverance, and thirst for victory of record holders like Radha Shankar Narayanan and Neeraj Chopra, who have made significant strides in various fields. These individuals have turned the unimaginable into reality, such as creating the largest mandala artwork and becoming the first Indian Olympic gold medallist in athletics. India's young shooting champion, Rudrankksh Patil, set a world-record 633.9 in October 2022. Ramabai, a…

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and Siemens Healthineers have signed a Master Research collaboration to strengthen cooperation and achieve shared outcomes for stakeholders in Bengaluru.MAHE’s vision is to provide the highest quality healthcare services to the community, and this agreement with Siemens Healthineers will bring us much closer to achieving this goal. Dileep Mangsuli, Head of R&D for Siemens-Healthineers for India and Slovakia said “It is a proud moment for us to lay the foundation of a collaboration with MAHE. Both our organisations share similar values, and we are excited about the huge potential that this MRA holds for…

The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM-R) collaborate to promote sustainable socio-economic development and positive transformation in tribal communities. They aim to introduce livelihood opportunities and holistic development at the grassroot level in janjati regions through skill-based interventions. The internship programme at IIM Ranchi aims to provide 80 interns with exposure to social projects and involve them in planning and strategy development efforts at Singi Dai Van Vigyan Kendra. The program focuses on medicinal plants, horticulture, and aromatic essential oil, focusing on local resources and culture. Second-year students from IIM Ranchi completed a five-day…

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has launched 'ICICI Pru Protect N Gain', a comprehensive life insurance product that offers financial security, protection against accidental death and permanent disability due to an accident, and market-linked returns to build long-term wealth and achieve financial goals. The product provides life cover up to 100 times the annual premium and offers 18 funds options spread across equity and debt. It provides complete financial protection for the family during the policy tenure and a significant lump sum for self-survival. The company has simplified the buying process, allowing policies to be issued based on declared income, and…

The Meghalaya Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and The MOMENTUM Routine Immunization Transformation and Equity Project organized a State Media Sensitization Workshop on Intensified Mission Indradhanush 5.0 (IMI 5.0). The workshop, attended by Ramkumar S, IAS Mission Director NHM and Dr. Pradeep Haldar, Senior Strategic Advisor, highlighted the importance of vaccinating eligible children and enhancing immunity. The event involved prominent media representatives, health officials, and community stakeholders, united in supporting the success of IMI 5.0. IMI 5.0 focuses on limited vaccination coverage, targeting children and pregnant women excluded from routine vaccinations. The state trains unvaccinated individuals, prioritizing children aged…

The Nagaland Ministry of Health & Family Welfare held a State Media Sensitization Conference on Intensified Mission Indradhanush (IMI 5.0) in Kohima, on August 3, 2023. The conference aimed to raise awareness about the importance of vaccinating all eligible children and strengthening immunity in the face of existing challenges.  The event was attended by prominent media representatives, health officials, and community stakeholders. IMI 5.0 aims to overcome barriers to vaccination coverage by focusing on populations left out of routine vaccination efforts.The state has conducted comprehensive training to emphasize the importance of reaching those who have not been vaccinated or are…