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JLR announced exciting plans to accelerate its transition to become the world’s leading modern luxury car manufacturer revealing its Halewood plant, in the UK, will become an all-electric production facility and its next generation medium-size SUV architecture, electrified modular architecture (EMA), will now be pure-electric. In an update to global media at JLR’s centre in Gaydon, Chief Executive Adrian Mardell reaffirmed the business’s commitment to its Reimagine strategy, which will reposition the company as an electric-first, modern luxury carmaker by 2030, as JLR makes strides towards its financial goals of achieving a net cash positive position by FY25 and double-digit…

IndiGoReach and InterGlobe Foundation (IGF) organized a heritage walk in Shillong, Meghalaya on April 23, 2023. The walk is part of the 'My City My Heritage' campaign, which aims to raise awareness about the value and importance of heritage and culture in India. ‘My City My Heritage’ campaign kicked off in November 2022 in Delhi, followed by heritage walks in Prayagraj and Bhubaneswar. The walk in India's rock music capital, Shillong, was led by Mary Therese Kurkalang and accompanied by AneesAilynti Noronha, IndiGo senior leadership, staff members, members of the local community and government officials. The 'My City My Heritage'…

Snapchat makes things better – because it’s different. It’s our fun filled, privacy-first, and friendly designthat attracts 750 million people to our service monthly. And we continue to create products that makethings better, building on our pioneering visual communication and ephemeral messaging, bringingaugmented reality mainstream, inventing Stories, and more. Snapchat has released two new features to help stay connected with friends and family: Calling Lenses and Stories. Calling Lenses let you break free from the grid and appear together, while Stories lets you share your life with friends. Communities let you share your perspective with classmates. Snaps and Chats are…

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), Government of India, and UNICEF-YuWaah, have partnered to address skilling and employment challenges among youth in India, within the umbrella of the approved Government of India-UNICEF Country Programme Document 2023-2027. The partnership between MSDE and UNICEF-YuWaah will provide 21st century skilling, apprenticeship, and entrepreneurial opportunities, career guidance, and support for young job seekers. YuWaah is a multi-stakeholder platform by UNICEF that aims to prepare young people to transition from education and learning to productive work and active citizenship. It has been working with young people and partners in India since its launch in…

In order to revolutionise the CNG market, Tata Motors will soon launch the Altroz iCNG, India’s first twin cylinder CNG technology. Tata Altroz, which is India’s safest premium hatch back is open for bookings in its much-awaited iCNG avatar, from today.  With this vehicle, Tata Motors aims at increasing the acceptance of CNG cars in India, similar to petrol and diesel cars. The Altroz iCNG is India's first twin cylinder CNG technology, offering practical usable boot space. Customers can now book the Altroz iCNG at INR. 21,000. It is a testament to Tata Motors' successful multi-power train strategy, making it…

JD Institute of Fashion Technology has launched its new Corporate Campus in Siliguri, West Bengal on April 22, 2023. The campus provides a wide range of creative fields such as fashion design, interior design, graphic design, fashion styling, garment manufacturing technology, pattern making technology, and event management. The main aim is to provide students with world-class education in fashion and design to help them realize their dreams of pursuing a career in the field. The campus was inaugurated by Mrs. Rupal Dalal, Managing Director of the JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi and the TV fame and actor Mr. Rannvijya…

India’s largest and fastest growing apparel and accessories specialty chain of Reliance Retail, TRENDS, announced the launch of its new Store in Churachandpur town of Churachandpur district in the state of Manipur. Trends is democratizing fashion in India by connecting with consumers in Metros, mini metros, Tier 1, 2 towns, and beyond, making it India's favorite fashion shopping destination. The Trends store at Churachandpur offers an exciting range of good quality and fashion merchandise at affordable prices.  Customers can enjoy a unique experience of shopping for trendy Women’s Wear, Men’s Wear, Kids Wear & Fashion Accessories at delightful prices. This…

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, opened its latest Philips Smart Light Hub in Axis Mall in New Town, Kolkata. The store was inaugurated by leading actress Swastika Mukherjee, and Sumit Padmakar Joshi, CEO, Signify South Asia. With this latest launch, the company has increased its retail presence to 11 exclusive lighting stores in the city, offering customers a wide selection of home lighting products. The Philips Smart Light Hub in Kolkata is 628 square feet and showcases over 350 lighting products. It is designed to replicate an actual home setting with a living room, bedroom, dining room…

The Research and Innovation Initiative Gathering (RIIG) on 'Eco-Innovation for Energy Transition' was organized under the G20 Presidency of India in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. During the meeting discussions were held on developing environment friendly energy conservation systems. The two-day conference was attended by representatives of G20 member states, international organizations and invited experts from the scientific community. A total of four sessions were held on the first day. The meeting was presided over by Srivari Chandrasekhar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology of the Centre. On this occasion, DP Srivastava, representative of Vivekananda International Foundation, gave his speech on energy…

MMTC-PAMP, India’s only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) gold & silver good delivery refiner has announced the launch of their latest product, the Bihu Silver Bar. Celebrated with fervor, the Bohag or Rongali Bihu is a day that marks the beginning of both the harvest season and the Hindu solar year.     This bar has been carefully conceptualized to incorporate unique cultural symbols that celebrate the Bihu festival. It includes images of the 'jaapi', 'Gamusa', and musical instruments like 'dhol' and 'pepa'. The 'jaapi' symbolizes the hard work of cultivating the land, while the 'Gamusa' is a mark of pride for…