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Mahindra Construction Equipment (MCE), part of the Mahindra Group, launched its cutting-edge CEV-V range of construction equipment at BAUMA CONEXPO 2024, marking a significant step forward in the construction sector. The new range, including the RoadMaster G100 motor grader and EarthMaster SX &SXe backhoe loaders, meets the latest CEV5 emission standards, emphasizing performance, efficiency, and sustainability. The products were showcased at Mahindra's pavilion at the India Expo Centre, alongside their extensive lineup of BSV equipment such as the BLAZO X tipper trucks and FURIO fuel bowser trucks. Dr. Venkat Srinivas, Business Head at Mahindra, highlighted the company's focus on innovation…

Shopsy, India’s rapidly growing hyper-value platform, is creating a buzz in the retail sector with its highly anticipated ‘End of Season Sale’ (EOSS), offering over 50 lakh fashion products under ₹149. Running from December 7 to 15, 2024, the sale provides a massive variety of stylish options, ranging from apparel and ethnic wear to footwear and home décor, all at unbeatable prices. This event is set to be the largest fashion sale of the year, designed for value-conscious consumers across India. Prathyusha Agarwal, Business Head of Shopsy, explains, “Fashion isn’t just about trends—it’s an extension of who we are. Our…

SWITCH Mobility Ltd, subsidiary of Ashok Leyland and part of the Hinduja Group, and a leading manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles, has unveiled its contemporary electric bus platform SWITCH EiV12—the low-floor electric city bus for the Indian market.  It is India’s first low-floor city bus with chassis-mounted batteries, featuring a scalable battery capacity of over 400+ kWh. The vehicle was launched by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Minister for Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, in the presence of Ashok P. Hinduja, Chairman of Hinduja Group Companies (India), other dignitaries, and industry leaders.  Mr. Ashok P.…

Vi Business, the enterprise arm of the leading telecom operator Vodafone Idea (Vi), has launched Easy+, a new innovative proposition on corporate post-paid plans, offering subscribers an option to select and purchase services like International roaming, OTT Subscriptions and others for their personal needs on their existing corporate plans. This service can be availed by downloading the Vi App. This first-of-its-kind proposition introduces a simplified approach by making it seamless for employees to purchase services of their choice on their corporate post-paid plans, thus enhancing the overall customer experience. Commenting on the launch, Roerich Kaushal, Executive Vice President, Enterprise Mobility…

Nissan Motor India (NMIPL) has announced the appointment and role expansion of Abhishek Arora as Director - Dealer Network Development and Customer Quality Training (DND-CQT), in addition to his current role as Director - Transformation & New Projects, effective from 14 November 2024. In his new role, Abhishek will lead the brand’s channel development and management, driving strategic initiatives linked to network development and business to ensure Nissan is future-ready for the upcoming products. Abhishek had joined Nissan in September 2024 as Director - Transformation and New Projects and was given interim charge of Director - DNDCQT in October 2024.…

On an official visit to Bangladesh, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has met with Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Chief Advisor to Bangladesh's interim government, and Foreign Affairs Advisor Mohammad Touhid Hussain. During the meetings, Mr. Misri expressed concern over the ongoing attacks on minorities in the neighboring country.  He conveyed that New Delhi seeks to build “positive, constructive, and mutually beneficial” relations with Dhaka. Arriving in Dhaka on Monday, Mr. Misri also held consultations with Bangladesh’s Foreign Secretary, Masud Bin Momen. The Indian Foreign Secretary reiterated India's desire to build a positive and constructive relationship with Bangladesh based on mutual trust, respect,…

NHC Foods Ltd, a company specializing in the export of a wide range of food products, has opened its Rs. 47.42 crore rights issue for subscription. The rights issue, attractively priced at Rs. 1 per share, is a significant discount compared to the current market price of Rs. 2.76 per share, as of December 6, 2024. The offer will close on December 18, 2024. Shareholders are entitled to subscribe to the issue at a ratio of 4:1, meaning they can purchase four new shares for every existing share held on the record date of November 26, 2024. Investors can also…

Future Generali India Life Insurance Company Limited (FGILI) successfully hosted an insurance awareness and financial inclusion program in Gangtok, targeting rural communities in the region. The event, held at the New Panchayat Office Building Auditorium in Deoralli, engaged 160 key representatives from 51 Gram Panchayat Units across Gangtok and Pakyong districts. The initiative, supported by officials from the Rural Development Department (RDD), aims to boost insurance penetration in Sikkim, aligning with the Government of India’s goal of "Insurance for All by 2047." Mr. AlokRungta, MD & CEO of FGILI, highlighted the company’s commitment to providing financial protection to underserved rural…

Duroply, India's premium and one of the most experienced among the leading plywood manufacturers, offers Lifetime Guarantee against termite and borer infestation across its range of wood products (plywood, veneers, doors, and blockboards). Duroply was the first Company to introduce this industry unique value proposition way back in 2016. Widely respected for such customer centric product innovations, Duroply manufactures products that last generations. With this guarantee, Duroply reaffirms its commitment to providing long-lasting, and superior-quality products that meet the highest standards of durability and reliability, fulfilling the evolving needs of home owners, architects, and interior designers across the country. Akhilesh…