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09 Apr

Step Up Your Mobility Game: Urban Cruiser Hyryder’s Enhanced Features and Performance

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced a major upgrade to its Urban Cruiser Hyryder, aiming to strengthen its footprint in India’s competitive SUV segment. With a host of new safety, comfort, and convenience features, the updated Hyryder aligns with Toyota’s vision of customer-centric innovation and sustainable mobility. Marking over 1 lakh units sold, the Hyryder now comes with six airbags as standard across all variants, enhanced structural safety, and an electronic parking brake in select automatic models. The AWD variant receives a performance boost with a new 6-speed automatic transmission. Comfort features include ventilated front seats, 8-way power-adjustable driver seat,…

09 Apr

Alife launches Gondhoraj & Neem soap in West Bengal, blends tradition with skincare innovation

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AWL Agri Business Ltd. (formerly AdaniWilmar Ltd.) has expanded its personal care range with the launch of AlifeGondhoraj&Neem Soap in West Bengal. The soap uniquely blends the citrusy freshness of Gondhoraj lime—fondly called the 'King of Limes'—with the purifying benefits of neem, offering consumers a refreshing and skin-friendly bathing experience rooted in regional preferences. Mukesh Mishra, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing at AWL, said, “This launch pays homage to Bengal’s love for natural ingredients and traditional beauty rituals. It underscores our commitment to crafting locally relevant products that resonate deeply with our consumers.” To support the launch, Alife has…

09 Apr

Skill India Pavilion showcases youth-driven innovation and impact at Startup Mahakumbh 2025

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The grand finale of the Futurepreneurs Challenge at Startup Mahakumbh 2025 saw a powerful showcase of student-led innovation, with JayantChaudhary, Minister of State (I/C), MSDE and Ministry of Education, lauding young entrepreneurs for solving real-world community problems through startups. Addressing a packed house, Chaudhary said, “What stood out to me today wasn’t just the ideas—it was the intent. Each young entrepreneur here isn’t chasing success for the sake of it; they’re solving real problems rooted in their communities.” Chitkara University, Chandigarh, clinched the top prize for Stick Buddy, an assistive device for the visually impaired. Tula’s Institute, Dehradun, earned second…

09 Apr

Adani Group shares rise after huge fall

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New Delhi, Shares of all 11 listed companies of Adani Group rose on Tuesday. All these companies remained in a strong position, recovering from the previous day's fall amid improvement in the stock market.Shares of Adani Enterprises rose 3.27 percent, Adani Total Gas 3.27 percent, Adani Energy Solutions 3.23 percent and Ambuja Cements 2.53 percent on BSE.ACC shares rose 2.32 percent, Adani Wilmar 2.24 percent, Adani Ports 1.72 percent, Sanghi Industries 1.62 percent, NDTV 1.06 percent, Adani Power 0.54 percent and Adani Green Energy 0.30 percent.The combined market valuation of all 11 companies stood at Rs 12,18,530 crore. Stock markets…

08 Apr

NSDC, PDEU join hands to boost industry-ready skilling in semiconductors and energy

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The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has signed an MoU with Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU) to establish a cutting-edge Centre of Excellence for Skill Development. Announced at the Startup Mahakumbh in New Delhi, the partnership aims to provide hands-on training in high-demand sectors like semiconductors, energy, health, and food. The Centre will offer over 40 online and hybrid courses in emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, VLSI Design, Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Smart Manufacturing. It aligns with the Skill India Mission, NEP 2020, and the National Credit Framework, integrating vocational education within academia. The new ATMP Semiconductor Packaging Centre…

08 Apr

Gold prices fall for second consecutive session, down ₹1,550 to ₹91,450/10 gram on trade war fears; silver prices fall ₹3,000

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Domestic gold prices fell by ₹1,550 to ₹91,450 per 10 gram (24 carat, 99% purity) in the national capital on Monday, falling for the second consecutive session amid continued selling by jewellers and investors amid weak global trends, All India Sarafa Association reported. Gold of 99.5% purity (22 carat) closed at ₹91,000 per 10 gram on Monday, April 7. On Friday, gold prices closed at ₹93,000 per 10 gram (24 carat) and ₹92,550 (22 carat).Silver prices also declined on Monday, continuing its decline for the fifth consecutive session, falling by Rs 3,000 to Rs 92,500 per kg. Silver prices closed…

07 Apr

Byatikram Education Conclave 2.0 puts Tripura on national academic map; Minister Animesh Debbarma hails historic event

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The Byatikram Education Conclave 2.0, held at Hotel Polo Towers in Agartala, marked a significant milestone in Tripura’s academic journey, bringing together a host of reputed institutions, government officials, academic leaders, and students. Organized by Byatikram Group, the conclave facilitated impactful discussions on educational aspirations and opportunities in East India. Hon’ble Minister Shri Animesh Debbarma, who graced the event as Chief Guest, applauded the initiative, saying, “It is for the first time in history that an Education Conclave has been hosted at such a prestigious level in Tripura.” The conclave, in collaboration with The Times of India, witnessed participation from…

07 Apr

NIESBUD training transforms Andhra entrepreneur’s vision into VijayaSai Services success story

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A 15-day Entrepreneurship Development Program (EDP) by the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD) has turned around the fortunes of Gummadi Siva Narayana, a budding entrepreneur from Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh. Struggling with unclear business strategies and limited market reach, Narayana found clarity and direction through the structured training offered by NIESBUD. The program covered key aspects such as digital marketing, consumer behavior, branding, and business planning. Armed with this newfound knowledge, Narayana launched VijayaSai Services, a rural enterprise focused on organic jaggery, turmeric, and other homegrown products. With a sharpened focus on quality and trust, the…

07 Apr

NSDC and WRI India ink partnership to strengthen the green skilling ecosystem in India

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National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and WRI India have inked partnership on Wednesday to map green skill gap, implement reskilling and upskilling programmes and strengthen the green skilling ecosystem in India. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in New Delhi in this regard with a vision to transform India into a green-skilled nation. The agreement focuses on boosting green skills in manufacturing, service and agriculture sectors. It also aims to promote sustainable development by equipping individuals and businesses, including Micro Small Medium Enterprises (MSME), with market-relevant skills for green jobs. The initiative combines skill training with research to help…

07 Apr

Assam’s first unicorn NESFB steals spotlight at Startup Mahakumbh 2025

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North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB), Assam’s homegrown banking trailblazer and the region’s first unicorn, took center stage at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam from April 3 to 5. Making its national debut after merging with fintech unicorn slice, NESFB showcased a bold roadmap for tech-driven, inclusive banking aimed at realizing the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. The bank unveiled AI-powered flagship branches and launched two high-return digital products—a Digital Savings Account linked to the RBI repo rate with daily interest credits, and a Fixed Deposit offering up to 9% interest. With fully digital onboarding and…