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Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announces that its global sales of electric vehicles have surpassed the 1 million unit milestone. Nissan LEAF, launched in December 2010, has sold over 650,000 units globally in 50 markets, including Japan, the US, and Europe. Highly regarded by customers, it has won numerous awards in multiple markets. In 2022, Nissan started sales of the Nissan Ariya all-electric crossover. Nissan's Ariya boasts advanced technologies like e-4ORCE all-wheel control and ProPILOT2.0 river support. Its sophisticated design won the Auto Color Award 2021 Grand Prix in Japan and the Red Dot Design Award in Germany, and was named…

Signify, a global lighting leader, has partnered with Brahmaputra Volleyball League (BVL) to light up 20 community volleyball courts in rural districts of Assam, India. The project aims to promote volleyball growth and adoption among rural communities, founded by former Indian team captain Abhijit Bhattacharya. Signify installed advanced lighting solutions to enable young players to practice under professional illumination levels for national-level volleyball. The project aims to empower over 5,000 athletes, fostering a passion for volleyball and promoting a healthier lifestyle in rural villages. In 2022, BVL experienced an unprecedented surge in participation, with over 350 rural village teams embracing…

Hero MotoCorp announces new pricing for Harley-Davidson X440. The Harley-Davidson X440 will now start from INR 2,39,500 onwards (Ex-showroom, Delhi). This price increase of INR 10,500 will apply to all the variants. Harley-Davidson X440 will be available at current introductory price of INR 2,29,000, till 3rd August 2023. Customers can book their motorcycle online, by visiting www.harley-davidsonX440.com with a booking amount of INR 5000/-. Hero MotoCorp is ramping up production capacity for the Harley-Davidson X440 in September at its Garden Factory in Rajasthan. Delivery will begin in October 2023, prioritizing deliveries based on booking dates. The motorcycle, with its distinctive…

The Tata motors limited sales in the domestic and international market for July 2023 stood at 80633 vehicles compared to 81790 units during July 2022. Domestic sales increased from 78844 in July 2023 to 78978 in June 2022. The commercial vehicle YOY sales marked From July 2022 to July 2023, HCV Trucks saw 14% YOY sales, while ILMCV saw -11%. Passenger Carriers and SCV Cargo and Pickup saw 24% and -10% sales, respectively. Total CV sales for July 2023 were 32944, compared to 34154 for the year 2022. Total PV sales marked for July 2023 were 47689, compared to July…

Tinder, the world's most popular dating app, has revealed insights into how 18-25-year-old young singles in Kolkata are supercharging dating. In this city, where traditions and modernity blend, young singles are challenging traditional relationship goals, embracing their cultural individuality, and embarking on self-discovery journeys.  Tinder is the #1 most-downloaded dating app among 18-year-olds globally, forging authentic connections that reflect their individuality. 3 out of 5 young adults in Kolkata believe that dating apps allow them to connect with someone they would otherwise never have met in their daily life, opening up endless possibilities. The Future of Dating in Kolkata Edition…

India's 100 million senior citizens lack affordable healthcare access. P&G Health and Help Age India, a leading charitable organization, has launched a Mobile Healthcare Unit (MHU) in Guwahati to provide sustainable solutions and emergency relief to disadvantaged elderly in remote areas. This initiative aims to address the issue of inadequate healthcare access for the elderly in India. MHU provides free treatment, medications, and counseling to elderly patients, reducing hospital queues, transportation expenses, and medicine costs. The MHU team monitors elders' health, providing health cards, maintaining treatment records, and conducting diagnostics, home visits, and counseling. Under P&G Health's SEHAT CSR program,…

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…