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07 Sep

OYO rolls out discounts for students

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JEE-Main exams commenced on September 1. In the coming weeks, NEET 2020 and other state-level examinations are also scheduled to be held pan India. Extending its support, OYO, the world’s leading hospitality chain has rolled out discounts on its app and website for students appearing for these national entrance as well as state exams. OYO has also set up an email helpline students_stay@oyorooms.com. This initiative is a part of OYO’s ongoing efforts to serve the larger community dealing with various uncertainties and challenges due to COVID-19. As India moves forward with precautions amid the pandemic, nearly 24-lakh aspiring students are…

07 Sep

FICCI CASCADE LAUDS ASSAM RIFLES’ SUCCESSFUL INTERCEPTION OF ILLICIT CIGARETTES WORTH Rs 14 CRORE IN NORTH EASTERN STATES

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FICCI’s Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy, (CASCADE), a dedicated platform for generating awareness on the adverse impact of smuggling and illicit trading, congratulated the Director General of Assam Rifles and the officersfor theirvaluable contributionin anti-smuggling work. In a commendable effort, the officers of Assam Riflesin the last two monthsseized smuggled cigarettes worth around Rs. 14 crore along with other illicit items such as drugs, betel nuts etc. Various battalions of the forces intercepted smugglers transporting the illicit consignments using bikes, cars and trucks while hiding them inside rice sacks, jungle tracks, vegetation and others. Lauding the…

07 Sep

Airtel changes Entertainment forever; Launchesthe Airtel Xstream Bundle

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To change entertainment forever, Airtel today announced the launchof its new Airtel Xstream Bundle. The Airtel Xstream Bundlecombines the power of Airtel Xstream Fiber with speeds upto 1 Gbps, Unlimited Data, the first of its kind Airtel Xstream Android 4K TV Box and access to all OTT content. Entertainment in India will no longer be the same. All Airtel Xstream Fiber plans now include the Airtel Xstream Box worth Rs 3999 that makes any TV a smart TV. Customers get access to all LIVE TV channels plus the best of video streaming apps effectively eliminating the need for multiple entertainment…

07 Sep

L&T’s divestment aims to unlock value for future growth

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India’s leading engineering, technology, construction and financial services conglomerate, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) announced the closure of the divestment of its Electrical & Automation (L&T E&A) business to a global player in energy management and automation - Schneider Electric. Announced in May 2018, the significant and complex divestment deal has been completed after receiving the requisite regulatory approvals and fulfilment of necessary conditions. L&T’s E&A business with its wide range of low and medium voltage switchgear, electrical systems, industrial and building automation solutions, energy management systems, metering solutions and projects and services business are transferred to Schneider Electric. Schneider Electric…

07 Sep

Malaika Arora tests Covid-19 positive

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Bollywood actress Malaika Arora has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. The actress took to Instagram today to inform her fans that she has tested positive for Covid-19. She is currently home-quarantined. The shoot of India's Best Dancer has been halted after Malaika Arora tested coronavirus positive coz she is a co-judge on India's Best Dancer. The 46-year-old actress shared a note on Instagram that, "Today I have tested positive for coronavirus but I want to inform you all that I am feeling fine. I am asymptomatic and following all the required protocols and will be quarantined at home as…

05 Sep

Kolkata Metro is making special plans for NEET Candidates

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The Metro Railway in Kolkata is planning to run special services for NEET candidates on September 13 to help them reach their examination centres. Metro Railway announced it on Saturday. Metro Railway general manager Manoj Joshi told that, candidates along with guardians will be allowed to board the trains on showing their admit cards. The details will be shared next week. The Union Home Ministry, in its Unlock 4 guidelines,has granted permission for the resumption of normal metro services from September 7 in a graded manner.

05 Sep

Assam Governor greets teachers on the occasion of Teachers’ Day

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Assam Governor Prof. Jagdish Mukhi greeted the teaching fraternity of the state on the occasion of Teachers’ Day. In a message today, Prof.Mukhi said, “Teachers are the beacon of light who guide us and enlighten our path to success. They encourage us to climb any height fearlessly and passionately. As a token of love and respect to the unstinted role of our teachers, we celebrate Teachers’ Day to pay our honours to them.” He also said, “I convey my warm wishes to all the teachers and thank them on the occasion for their immense and unparallel role which help…

05 Sep

Awareness, positivity and moderate exercise key to Stress Management during Corona Pandemic: Experts

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Regular exercises and Yoga, proper awareness of safety measures, positive thoughts and remaining connected with family and friends while maintaining social distancing norms are the key to managing stress and anxiety during these times of Covid19 pandemic. This was the opinion of the experts at the Webinar on Stress Management during Corona Pandemic, organized by Press Information Guwahati today. In his inaugural address, Shri S N Pradhan, Additional Director General, North East Zone, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said that due to the lockdown and subsequent restrictions on movement of people, lifestyle of people has undergone a drastic change this…

04 Sep

Coordination Committee of different autonomous councils meet Sonowal,CM’s assurance to solve them

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Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal today held separate meetings with different organisations that represent various communities of the state at Assam Administrative Staff College. On receiving their memoranda, Sonowal assured the organisations that government would take pragmatic steps for meeting their demands soon. Two factions representing Koch Rajbongshi Students Union and eight other organisations representing the Koch Raj Bongshi community today thanked the Chief Minister for introducing the bill for Kamtapur Autonomous Council in the Legislative Assembly. Sonowal also assured that the government is doing everything possible to give a final shape to the Council at the earliest. Leaders of four…

04 Sep

Rishi Kapoor’s birth anniversary

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Today, September 4, is the birthday of Rishi Kapoor, one of the best actors in Hindi movies. He was born in 1952 to a Punjabi Hindu family in Chembur, Mumbai. His birth name was Rishi Raj Kapoor. He is the second son of famous film director and hero Raj Kapoor.he made his debut, as an adolescent, in his father Raj Kapoor's film Mera Naam Joker (1970), for which he won the National Film Award for Best Child Artist. As an adult, his first lead role was opposite Dimple Kapadia in the teen romance Bobby (1973), which won him the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.Between 1973 and 2000, Kapoor starred…