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The 2025 budget has been lauded by Godrej Agrovet leaders as a significant step towards strengthening India's agricultural sector and empowering farmers.  Balram Singh Yadav, Managing Director, emphasizes the budget's comprehensive strategy, highlighting initiatives like increased Kisan Credit Card loan limits and the push for self-reliance in pulses and edible oils. He believes these measures will be instrumental in achieving a "Viksit Bharat."  Rajavelu N.K., CEO of Godrej Agrovet's Crop Protection Business, praised the focus on crop productivity and protection, particularly the Mission for Cotton Productivity and the Prime Minister Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana. He stressed the importance of integrating…

The Union Budget 2025, unveiled on February 1st, focuses on investing in people, innovation, and rural prosperity, aiming for inclusive growth and a sustainable future.  Hon'ble Minister Jayant Chaudhary emphasized the budget's forward-looking vision, highlighting tax reforms, support for key sectors like agriculture and MSMEs, and a focus on skills development.  Tax relief for individuals earning up to Rs. 12 lakh was also announced.   The budget prioritizes skilling and education, with initiatives like 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs, BharatNet expansion, and skill development programs.  Five National Centres of Excellence for Skilling will be established, focusing on global standards and "Make…

Aasif Malbari, Chief Financial Officer of Godrej Consumer Products Ltd., has lauded the Union Budget 2025 for its balanced approach to strengthening key pillars of the FMCG sector.  Malbari highlighted the budget's focus on rural infrastructure, manufacturing, and consumer spending as drivers of growth.   He believes investments in rural development and job creation will stimulate economic activity and increase consumption, creating market expansion opportunities.  The CFO also praised the National Manufacturing Mission, emphasizing its potential to enhance domestic production, reduce import reliance, and improve cost efficiencies.  Tax reforms benefiting the middle class were also noted as a positive factor, increasing…

In a bid to create a more inclusive and dynamic skilling ecosystem, Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis unveiled the Marathi version of the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) during the Vishwa Marathi Sammelan 2025 at Fergusson College in Pune. The initiative, launched alongside Deputy Chief Ministers Shri Eknath Shinde and Shri Ajit Pawar, aims to break language barriers and empower the state's youth with accessible skill development tools in their native language. The SIDH platform, offering over 7,000 courses, including in-demand areas such as AI, Machine Learning, and Drone Technology, will provide Marathi-speaking individuals with tailored resources for career…

Assam is set to see a big investment that could change its cities and economy.Santanu Ghosh, Chief Coordinator of KPC Group and Polaris has expressed his business group’s keen interest in making a substantial investment in the state. In a proposal submitted to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Ghosh outlined an ambitious plan to construct the tallest skyscraper in the state along with several large-scale projects aimed at transforming Assam’s infrastructure. The proposed investment, valued at over Rs 2,500 crore is envisioned as an "epic and landmark" development that would put Assam on the global investment map. What sets…

Catch Spices, a leading brand under the Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), has unveiled two exciting new television commercials (TVCs) featuring Bollywood superstars Akshay Kumar and Rajpal Yadav. These TVCs aim to strengthen the brand’s message of "Kyunki Khana Sirf Khana Nahi Hota" (Food is more than just food), blending humor with the essence of family and togetherness. The first commercial, focusing on Catch Turmeric, presents a heartwarming and humorous scenario where a mix-up leads to a memorable meal, emphasizing how food connects people. Akshay Kumar’s line, “Catch Haldi hi laata hai khaane mein asli rang!” underlines the emotional and…

The Rs. 4,504 lakh Rights Issue of Globe Textiles (India) Ltd (NSE-GLOBE) saw a subscription of 14.69% on the first day of opening. The company, known for manufacturing garments, cotton printed fabrics, home textiles, and fancy fabrics, launched the Rights Issue on January 24, with the subscription window open until February 6.The shares in the Rights Issue are being offered at Rs. 3 per share, which is lower than the recent market price of Rs. 3.93 per share on January 23. On January 24, the closing price was Rs. 3.78 per share. Investors who do not currently hold Globe Textiles…

Go Digit Life Insurance Limited (Digit Life), one of India’s fastest-growing new-age digital life insurer, announced it has launched its first individual pure term life insurance plan, “Digit Glow Term Life Insurance”, designed specifically for self-employed Indians. To enable seamless customer servicing and quick onboarding of agents, Digit Life Insurance has also opened offices in Park Street in Kolkatta and Sevoke Road in Siliguri. With an aim to increase financial inclusion among self-employed individuals in the country, Digit Life Insurance, through its in-house-built tech-enabled models, will use various unique data points and alternative credit parameters for better financial underwriting. As…

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) conducted a road safety awareness campaign at Bahula S.S. High School, reaching over 1,300 students and staff members. The initiative aimed to instill responsible road habits among young individuals and contribute to reducing traffic-related incidents.The campaign featured interactive sessions, including theoretical safety riding lessons, danger prediction training, road safety quizzes, helmet awareness activities, and hands-on riding trainer exercises. These activities were designed to engage participants and leave a lasting impact on their approach to road safety. HMSI has been actively promoting road safety in West Bengal, educating nearly 3 lakh individuals to date. The…