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17 Nov

Schools, colleges closed in Delhi reports NCR; construction activities are halted

editor0 CommentsIndiaDelhi, pollution

All schools, colleges and educational institutions in Delhi have been asked to remain closed until further notice in view of air pollution. On Tuesday night, the Commission for Air Quality Management issued an order wherein it directed that schools, colleges and educational institutions remain shut. It said that institutions can hold classes through online mode. The CAQM in its nine-page also directed NCR state governments to allow at least 50 per cent of staff to work from home till November 21. It said that private firms must also be "encouraged" to allow at least 50 per cent of their staff…

16 Nov

Dr Manash P. Baruah highlights the importance of diabetes care

editor0 CommentsAssamDr Manash P. Baruah, World Diabetes Day

With the aim to increase awareness on the observance of World Diabetes Day on 14th November, leading physician Dr Manash P. Baruah, HOD & Consultant Endocrinologist, Excelcare Hospital, Guwahati emphasizes on better diabetes management and safe insulin injection practices among people living with diabetes in the country. India continues to witness a rise in its diabetic population and is deemed as the ‘Diabetes capital of the world’. If not well managed and controlled timely, diabetes can lead to frequent hospital admissions, complications, deterioration of health and in many instances also be a cause of premature death.Raising concerns on the increasing…

16 Nov

BKT Tires announces its partnership with NorthEast United FC

editor0 CommentsBusinessBKT TIRES, NorthEast United FC

Balkrishna Industries Limited (BKT), the Indian Multinational Group and global player in the Off-Highway tire market, has announced its partnership with NorthEast United FC, for the upcoming edition of the Indian Professional Football League Season 8. BKT is the Official Tire Partner for the team, for the second consecutive season. BKT is famous for its associations with the biggest football leagues in the world. It is Title Sponsor of the Serie BKT, the B football league in Italy and of the Ligue 2 BKT, the second French football division. The company is also the Official Global Partner of LaLiga, the…

16 Nov

BKT Tires becomes the official tire partner of ATK Mohun Bagan

editor0 CommentsBusinessATK Mohun Bagan, BKT TIRES

Balkrishna Industries Limited (BKT), the Indian Multinational Group and global player in the Off-Highway tire market, has announced its partnership with ATK Mohun Bagan, for the upcoming edition of the Indian Professional Football League Season 8. BKT is the Official Tire Partner for the team, for the second consecutive season. BKT is well-known for its global contributions to the football fever, sponsoring some of the biggest championships and events. It is Title Sponsor of the Serie BKT, the B football league in Italy and of the Ligue 2 BKT, the second French football division. The company is also the Official…

16 Nov

Renee Cosmetics launches10 brand new stores in Guwahati

editor0 CommentsIndia, Lifestyleguwahati, Renee Cosmetics

Renee Cosmetics, is all set to make a difference for all the beauty connoisseurs in Assam, with its ten brand new stores. Famed actress Barsha Rani Bishaya was present for the inauguration at four of the ten outlets Henna Agencies, H L & Sons, Upahar and Beauty Zone, located in Fancy Bazar, Guwahati. With a robust online presence, the brand new physical stores go a step further in enhancing customer experiences, by presenting a superior shopping experience that is unique and new age. With a motive to combine the daily needs of women into concise packaging and empower them with…

16 Nov

Delhi govt suggests work from home policy due to high air pollution

editor0 CommentsIndiaDelhi, pollution

Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said implementing work from home policy in Delhi-NCR and closing down industries are some of the steps suggested by the Delhi government in a meeting of the Commission for Air Quality Management. The meeting was held today. On Saturday, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal had announced various emergency measures, including the closure of schools for a week, a ban on construction activities and work from home for government employees, to deal with the pollution crisis faced by the city. "On Monday, DPCC teams went to see whether the measures are being implemented and they found that…

16 Nov

Mamata Banerjee to visit Delhi next week; meet PM over dues

editor0 CommentsPoliticalDelhi, Mamata Banerjee, Narendra Modi

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is likely to visit New Delhi next week and meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss issues such as dues to the state and increased BSF jurisdiction. She will visit the national capital on November 22 and return to Kolkata on November 25. "During her three-day stay in New Delhi, she will meet the Narendra Modi. She is also likely to hold meetings with leaders of other political parties," the source said. Asked about the agenda of her proposed meeting with Modi, he said, "The CM will press for her long-standing demand to clear…

16 Nov

PM Modi launches multiple welfare projects for tribal in Madhya Pradesh

editor0 CommentsIndiaMadhya Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched multiple key initiatives for the welfare of the Janjatiya community at Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Mahasammelan including the ‘Ration Aapke Gram’ scheme in Madhya Pradesh. Modi also launched the Madhya Pradesh Sickle Cell Mission and laid the foundation stones of 50 Eklavya Model Residential Schools across the country. “For the first time in the country after independence, on such a large scale, the art-culture of the entire country’s tribal society, their contribution to the freedom movement and nation-building is being remembered and honored with pride,” the Prime Minister said while addressing the gathering. Modi referred to…

16 Nov

Rana seeks promotion of pilgrim tourism in Jammu

editor0 CommentsIndia.Jammu and Kashmir, Pilgrim Tourism

The BJP leader called for expediting the work on the New Pilgrim Tourist Circuit from Utterbeni-Purmandal-Surinsar-Deon-Tada-Dansal-Domel to the footfall of Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra, saying this will give a boost to pilgrim tourism and open up vistas of opportunities for the locals. “Pilgrim tourism has sustained the economy of Jammu and Kashmir in general and this region in particular during most difficult times post the nineties and promoting these destinations by ensuring world-class infrastructural facilities will prove the catalyst for economic transformation in this part of the country,” Rana said. Rana also sought the revival of the ancient heritage…

15 Nov

Schaeffler India inaugurates Bearings Refurbishing Center in Jamshedpur

editor0 CommentsNorth EastJamshedpur, Schaeffler India

Leading industrial and automotive supplier, Schaeffler India Limited (BSE: 505790, NSE: SCHAEFFLER) has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Large Size Bearing (LSB) Refurbishment Center in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Strategically located in Eastern part of country, this facility is in partnership with Premier Bearings India Ltd., a leading authorized distribution partner for Schaeffler India.With this center, the company has enhanced its service offerings and proximity to customers to repair bearings used in continuous operating process industries such as mining, metal & minerals, pulp & paper, railways, power sector and many more. Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Harsha Kadam, MD & CEO, Schaeffler India, said:…