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19 Apr

Nissan rolls out free nationwide AC check-up camp, offers discounts on services

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Nissan Motor India has launched a nationwide free AC check-up camp for its customers, reinforcing its customer-first approach and commitment to high-quality service. The special service camp will run from April 15 to June 15, 2025, across all 123 authorised Nissan service workshops in India. The initiative offers a 12-point AC check-up and a complimentary car top wash, along with discounts of up to 10% on labour charges and up to 15% on Value Added Services (VAS), at the discretion of dealers. Trained professionals will carry out all inspections using Nissan Genuine Spare Parts to ensure optimal service and customer…

19 Apr

National Housing Bank meeting in Guwahati aims to boost housing finance in North-East

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In a significant move to boost housing finance in the North-East, the National Housing Bank (NHB) hosted a meeting with MDs and CEOs of Housing Finance Companies, Small Finance Banks (SFBs), and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) on April 17, 2025, in Guwahati. The event, themed "Unlocking Potential: Housing Finance as a Catalyst for North-East Development," aimed to discuss how housing finance can accelerate growth in the region. The meeting, graced by Shri Manoj Ayyappan, Joint Secretary of the Department of Financial Services, and Shri Kuldip Narayan, Joint Secretary (HFA) from the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, also featured the…

19 Apr

JK Tyre brings high-octane Indian Racing Festival to Guwahati on May 20

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Motorsport enthusiasts in Guwahati are in for an adrenaline-fueled treat as JK Tyre, in collaboration with Adventure-X Fusion Tribe, gears up to host the Indian Racing Festival on May 20 at IIT Guwahati. The roadshow will feature high-speed stunts, open-wheel race cars, and world-class performances, showcasing JK Tyre’s commitment to making motorsport more accessible across India. Guwahati, considered the gateway to the Northeast, has steadily emerged as a motorsport hotspot. With prior hosting of zonal rounds for the Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup and talent hunts, the city has nurtured racing talent that reflects the region’s growing enthusiasm for speed…

19 Apr

Flipkart drives e-commerce surge in West Bengal joins growth momentum

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West Bengal’s e-commerce landscape is witnessing robust growth, led by Flipkart’s expansive operations that have empowered over 4.2 lakh sellers and created more than 1 lakh direct and indirect jobs. The platform has seen a 70% rise in seller onboarding and a 150% increase in product listings year-on-year, highlighting the growing digital adoption among MSMEs, artisans, and small businesses. High-performing categories include kids’ clothing, women’s ethnic wear, fashion wearables, and food & nutrition, with major cities like Kolkata, Howrah, Asansol, Durgapur, Kharagpur, and Siliguri contributing to strong sales. The district’s participation in categories like ethnic wear and food products is…

19 Apr

ICICI Bank Q4 Results Preview: Net profit upsurge over 10% on loan growth, NII growth seen at 9%

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ICICI Bank Q4 Results Preview: ICICI Bank will announce its January-March quarter results for the financial year 2024-25 (Q4FY25) on Saturday, April 19, 2025, after performing well in the previous quarter due to better asset quality and loan growth. Most D-Street analysts and domestic brokerages forecast a decent and steady growth in Q4FY25 for India’s second-largest lender by market capitalisation, driven by loan growth and deposits. An average brokerage estimate indicates that ICICI Bank’s net profit is likely to grow 10-12 percent in the March quarter, while net interest income (NII) growth is estimated to be over nine percent. Net…

18 Apr

Gold imports surge 192% in March amid record prices

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According to Commerce Ministry data, India's gold imports in March 2025 rose 192.13 percent year-on-year to USD 4.47 billion, reversing the previous trend of negative growth.This sharp jump is mainly attributed to the significant increase in gold prices and investors' renewed interest in the yellow metal as a safe-haven. Gold imports stood at USD 1.53 billion in January 2024, showing a sharp jump over the last two months. On a full-year basis, gold inbound shipments grew 27.27 percent to USD 58 billion in 2024-25 from USD 45.54 billion in the previous fiscal.The rise in demand reflects investors' growing preference for…

18 Apr

PNB Housing Finance and Aadhar Housing Finance expand presence in Guwahati, promotes affordable housing in North East

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In a significant push to boost financial inclusion and affordable housing in the North East, PNB Housing Finance Ltd. and Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd. have inaugurated their first-ever branch in Guwahati, Assam. This marks a major step towards advancing the government’s ‘Housing for All’ initiative, with a focus on underserved areas in the region. The new branch will offer tailored housing finance solutions, specifically designed to bridge the home finance gap in the North East. Both companies aim to provide accessible loans for aspiring homeowners, in line with the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). The expansion is expected to enhance…

18 Apr

India showcases digital growth at GITEX Africa 2025, stresses knowledge sharing for global economic growth

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At GITEX Africa 2025, Africa’s largest tech and startup show, India underscored the importance of knowledge transfer and technology sharing for driving collective economic growth. With a focus on inclusive and equitable digitalization, the event brought together policy leaders, changemakers, and visionaries from across the globe to discuss collaborative efforts in advancing the digital economy. India’s fast-paced digitalization, exemplified by the country’s open-source Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) systems, has positioned it as a leader in global technological innovation. Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon'ble Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, represented India at the summit, emphasizing India’s strides in AI…

18 Apr

Almonds prove to be key in cardiometabolic health, aid weight management: Experts’ consensus

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A new peer-reviewed study has reaffirmed that daily consumption of almonds provides significant benefits for cardiometabolic health, supporting heart health, weight management, and gut microbiome. The consensus, reached by 11 leading scientists and physicians, concludes that eating almonds daily, especially 50g per day, can help reduce LDL cholesterol, lower diastolic blood pressure, and promote healthy weight management. The study, published in Current Developments in Nutrition, highlights that almonds are not only heart-healthy but also contribute to metabolic health by improving the gut microbiome. Almonds are rich in fiber, protein, and unsaturated fats, which help reduce body fat and support blood…

17 Apr

Amazon India taps tablet boom with smartchoice expansion; Kolkata sees surge in consumer interest

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Amazon India has broadened its Smartchoice program to include tablets, targeting a category that witnessed 26% year-over-year growth in 2024. The move follows the program’s strong traction in the laptop segment, where 1 in 4 laptops sold this year on the platform was a Smartchoice recommendation. The Smartchoice program simplifies purchasing by offering expert-curated device recommendations tailored to specific use cases such as education, gaming, entertainment, and professional work. Each device must meet performance benchmarks set by an independent technical agency and comes with added benefits like No Cost EMI and bank discounts. Brands featured include Samsung, Lenovo, Asus, Honor,…