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Protein Day marks a change in the trend of protein consumption in Kolkata

Protein Day marks a change in the trend of protein consumption in Kolkata

In Kolkata, food has always followed rhythm and ritual. Sunday afternoons mean mangsho and bhaat shared with family, office mornings begin with neatly packed tiffin carriers, and evenings are often spent at para joints over rolls and cutlets. Chicken, in many forms, has long been part of these familiar meals, whether cooked slowly at home or picked up on the way back from work. People never stopped to think about what these meals provided beyond taste and comfort. But that is beginning to change. Across households and younger consumers, there is a growing awareness of protein and its role in…
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LinkedIn flags 5 skill stacks for 2026 as 38% Indian job seekers feel unprepared

LinkedIn flags 5 skill stacks for 2026 as 38% Indian job seekers feel unprepared

As rapid technological change reshapes hiring trends, LinkedIn’s Skills on the Rise 2026 report has identified five fast-growing skill stacks to help professionals stay competitive — AI & Automation, Data & Analytics, IT & Cybersecurity, Business & Growth, and People & Leadership. According to LinkedIn data, 38% of Indian job seekers feel unprepared for how quickly technology is changing required skills. While 46% of recruiters globally rely on skills data to fill roles, 74% of recruiters in India say finding qualified talent is harder than ever. The report highlights rising demand for skills such as Prompt Engineering, Workflow Automation, LLMOps…
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Vedanta Board Clears ₹3,000 Cr Debenture Issue to Strengthen Finances

Vedanta Board Clears ₹3,000 Cr Debenture Issue to Strengthen Finances

Vedanta Ltd. has approved plans to raise up to ₹3,000 crore through the issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis. The decision was cleared by the company’s committee of directors as part of efforts to strengthen its capital structure and optimize borrowing costs.According to a regulatory filing, the company will issue up to three lakh unsecured, rated, listed, and redeemable NCDs with a face value of ₹1 lakh each, aggregating to a total of ₹3,000 crore. The debentures will be listed on the BSE.Vedanta has witnessed strong investor appetite for its previous debt offerings. A ₹500 million…
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Veeam Software hosts cyber resilience & AI Summit in Guwahati, signs university pacts

Veeam Software hosts cyber resilience & AI Summit in Guwahati, signs university pacts

Veeam Software convened government officials, academia and industry leaders at the Bharat Cyber Suraksha – North-East Cyber Resilience & AI Transformation Summit in Guwahati, aiming to strengthen cyber resilience and AI readiness across the region. At the event, the company released the “Bharat Cyber Suraksha – North-East Cyber Resilience & Digital Readiness Report 2025,” developed with the Northeast India Public Policy Forum. The report outlines measures to protect citizen data, enhance cloud infrastructure, and comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act and CERT-In norms. The company cited Ministry of Home Affairs data showing over 47,000 cyber incidents reported across…
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JSW Group, Assam govt begin work on world-class heritage museum in Guwahati

JSW Group, Assam govt begin work on world-class heritage museum in Guwahati

JSW Group and the Government of Assam on February 22 formally began construction of a state-of-the-art heritage museum in Guwahati, marking a major cultural initiative for the state. The foundation stone was laid by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and JSW Group Chairman Sajjan Jindal at the project site in Khanapara. The event was attended by Savitri Jindal, Sangita Jindal, Cultural Affairs Minister Bimal Borah and museum curator Richard Blurton, former Head of South and Southeast Asia at the British Museum. The museum is being developed at the Sericulture Farm, Khanapara, on a 45,000-square-foot plot allotted by the state government.…
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Royal Stag BoomBox launches fourth edition in Kolkata, announces multi-city tour across India

Royal Stag BoomBox launches fourth edition in Kolkata, announces multi-city tour across India

Seagram’s Royal Stag announced the successful launch of the fourth edition of Royal Stag BoomBox – The Original Sound of Generation Large – with a grand opening at Aquatica Ground, Kolkata on February 21. The platform, built around the brand’s philosophy of ‘Living It Large’, brings together Bollywood melodies and hip-hop beats alongside immersive art, culture and gaming experiences. The Kolkata edition witnessed strong participation, with thousands attending the high-energy evening. The venue was transformed into a multi-sensory arena featuring vibrant installations, curated food experiences and interactive gaming zones. The event commenced with a live gaming face-off led by Payal…
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Tata Consultancy Services Pushes AI-First Strategy, Even at Risk of Revenue Loss

Tata Consultancy Services Pushes AI-First Strategy, Even at Risk of Revenue Loss

In a bold move that signals confidence in the future of artificial intelligence, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has asked its employees to actively adopt AI-driven solutions—even if doing so disrupts the company’s existing revenue streams.At a time when AI is creating anxiety across the IT services sector over billing models and job security, TCS Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director K. Krithivasan has taken a clear stand: embrace change, don’t resist it.Speaking at the 34th Nasscom Technology and Leadership Forum (NTLF), Krithivasan urged employees to inform clients if tasks can be completed “faster, better, and cheaper” using AI—even if that…
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Mahindra-Manulife Life Insurance JV appoints Suresh Agarwal as MD & CEO designate

Mahindra-Manulife Life Insurance JV appoints Suresh Agarwal as MD & CEO designate

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) and Manulife have appointed Suresh Agarwal as the MD & CEO designate of their proposed 50:50 life insurance joint venture, subject to regulatory approvals. The partnership to set up the life insurance business was announced in November last year, marking the companies’ entry into India’s fast-growing insurance sector. Suresh brings nearly 30 years of experience across life and general insurance, and corporate and retail lending. He earlier played a key role in building Kotak’s life insurance operations and later led the transition of Kotak General Insurance into a joint venture with Zurich Insurance. Since September…
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PNB opens new premises at Malkanihat, loans sanctioned to 10 customers

PNB opens new premises at Malkanihat, loans sanctioned to 10 customers

Punjab National Bank (PNB) on Tuesday inaugurated its new premises at B/O-Malkanihat under Jalpaiguri district, marking a significant step towards strengthening banking services in the rural belt. The new branch premises was formally inaugurated by Circle Head Smt. Sarita Singh in the presence of Assistant Commandant, BSF Raninagar, Sri Naresh Ch. Roy; Pradhan of Khariza Berubari-2 Gram Panchayat, Sri Taranath Roy; Sri Pritam Ghosh, Chief Manager; along with other dignitaries and valued customers. During the programme, officials highlighted the legacy and long-standing contribution of Punjab National Bank in nation-building. The speakers underlined the vital role of banking in accelerating rural…
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Nissan announces 5.55% finance offer on Magnite, 100% on-road funding till March 2026

Nissan announces 5.55% finance offer on Magnite, 100% on-road funding till March 2026

Nissan Motor India Private Limited on Monday announced a new retail finance scheme for the Nissan Magnite, offering a lowest rate of interest starting at 5.55 per cent for all CIBIL-approved customers. The scheme is being rolled out in partnership with Nissan Renault Financial Services India and will remain valid for bookings made until the end of March 2026. Under the offer, customers can avail finance at 5.55 per cent ROI for a loan amount of ₹5 lakh, along with up to 100 per cent on-road funding. The funding covers registration, insurance and other applicable charges, reducing the upfront financial…
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