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27 Aug

Maruti Begins Electric Vitara Production

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Maruti Suzuki India Ltd has begun production of its electric SUV, the e-Vitara, at its Gujarat plant, marking the company's entry into the EV segment. Unlike domestic rivals like Tata and Mahindra, who started by focusing on local sales, Maruti is prioritizing exports, targeting 100 countries, including Japan and Europe. The company aims to sell 70,000 units in FY26, primarily in international markets. This strategy follows a slowdown in domestic growth, with Maruti’s market share dropping nearly 9% over five years, and just 3% sales growth in FY25. Toshihiro Suzuki, president of Suzuki Motor Corporation, announced plans to invest over…

26 Aug

Vodafone Idea shares upsurge 8% on hopes of AGR relief

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Vodafone Idea shares jumped over 8% to ₹7.6 per share during intraday session on NSE on Monday, August 25. After closing with a 7% gain in the previous session on Friday, it closed 4.6% higher at ₹7.4 per share on the stock exchange. The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has received an informal note from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) proposing several relief options for the debt-ridden telco (Vi), Livemint reported citing people familiar with the matter. Following this, the company's shares rose 10% in intraday trade on Friday. The stock's two-day gain was 16%. Vodafone Idea's AGR payment Vodafone Idea…

26 Aug

India launches SOAR program to equip students with AI skills

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India has taken a decisive step towards preparing its next generation for an AI-powered future with the launch of the SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) program by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). The initiative, designed for students from classes 6 to 12 as well as teachers, aims to bridge the growing skill gap in artificial intelligence and digital technologies. Under the program, students will learn the fundamentals of AI through stories, games, and case studies, progressing to advanced activities such as coding, data analysis, and chatbot creation. Ethics will remain a core element, ensuring responsible use of…

26 Aug

Flipkart and NEDFi collaborate to empower Assam’s MSMEs and artisans through digital platforms

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Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce giant, in partnership with the North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Limited (NEDFi), organized a workshop in Guwahati to enhance digital market access for local MSMEs and artisans. The session, attended by over 100 participants, aimed to equip weavers and artisans with the skills and knowledge to scale their businesses through Flipkart’s marketplace. Shri P V S L N Murthy, Chairman and Managing Director of NEDFi, highlighted that the Flipkart Samarth program seeks to bridge the digital divide and create sustainable livelihoods for underserved communities. He also hinted at plans for a Common Facility Centre for packaging…

26 Aug

Bajaj Pulsar unveils festive hattrick offer across India, boost rider benefits

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Bajaj Auto Ltd., India’s leading two- and three-wheeler manufacturer, today launched its Festive Hattrick Offer, providing customers with triple benefits on the Pulsar range. The limited-period initiative, covering Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, West Bengal, North East, and Uttar Pradesh, delivers advantages worth ₹10,000 through cashback, insurance savings, and zero processing fees. Coinciding with its new campaign, “Duniya Dekhti Hai Tu Dikha,” the offer encourages India’s youth to showcase their daring spirit while enjoying the performance and pride of owning a Pulsar motorcycle. Bajaj Auto emphasizes the alignment of the Hattrick offer with India’s festive calendar, from Navratri…

25 Aug

Crude oil futures upgrade on spot demand

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New Delhi: Crude oil prices rose by Rs 21 to Rs 5,593 per barrel in futures trade on Monday as traders increased their positions following strong spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, crude oil contracts for September delivery rose by Rs 21, or 0.38 percent, to Rs 5,593 per barrel in a business turnover of 12,667 lots. Analysts said crude oil prices rose in futures trade as participants increased their positions. Globally, West Texas Intermediate crude was trading 0.18 per cent higher at $63.84 per barrel in New York, while Brent crude rose 0.25 percent to $67.90 per barrel.

25 Aug

Vi Movies & TV enhances its free content offering with Amazon MX Player

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Vodafone Idea (Vi) has expanded its digital entertainment offerings by partnering with Amazon MX Player, India’s leading free streaming platform, on its Vi Movies & TV app. The collaboration aims to cater to India’s rapidly growing OTT audience, which has crossed 547 million users in 2025, with nearly 400–447 million viewers relying on free, ad-supported platforms. Through this tie-up, Vi Movies & TV users will now enjoy free access to MX Player’s vast catalogue, including hit web series such as Aashram, Campus Diaries, and Bhaukaal, along with international content under MX Vdesi, dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. This comes…

25 Aug

Medanta, PSRI Among 15,000 Hospitals Halting Cashless Services For Bajaj Allianz Customers

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In a major move affecting health insurance holders, over 15,000 hospitals in northern India will suspend cashless treatment for Bajaj Allianz General Insurance policyholders from September 1, 2025. This decision, announced by the Association of Healthcare Providers–India (AHPI), includes major hospital chains like Max Healthcare, Medanta, and PSRI. The AHPI cited outdated reimbursement rates, rising medical inflation, delayed settlements, and arbitrary payment cuts as key reasons for the action. Despite repeated appeals, Bajaj Allianz has not updated its reimbursement tariffs, which AHPI says are no longer viable due to rising healthcare costs. Patients can still receive treatment at these hospitals,…

23 Aug

Medanta pushes early detection of heart and kidney diseases, expands reach to Northeast

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The Medicity, Gurgaon, recently named Best Private Hospital in India by Newsweek for the sixth consecutive year, has highlighted the urgent need for early detection and integrated treatment of coronary artery disease (CAD), valvular heart disease (VHD), and related renal ailments. At a medical session in Itanagar, Dr. Praveen Chandra, Chairman of Interventional Cardiology at Medanta, stressed that minimally invasive surgeries, robotic procedures, and advanced interventions like TAVR and next-generation angioplasty have transformed outcomes for high-risk patients. “The benefits are greatest when disease is detected early. A proactive approach can prevent complications and save lives,” he said. Dr. Debabrata Mukherjee,…

23 Aug

Axis Max Life launches all-in-one app with wellness benefits to enhance customer experience

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Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly Max Life Insurance Company, on Tuesday launched its new mobile app aimed at simplifying life insurance management and providing a holistic customer experience. Available on both Android and iOS platforms, the app integrates policy management with wellness services, marking a significant step in the company’s digital transformation. The app allows users to raise service requests with real-time tracking, access policy documents instantly, monitor fund performance, make secure premium payments, and purchase new policies online. It also introduces a wellness benefit offering complimentary health assessments, annual check-ups, 24x7 health support, personalized wellness plans, step tracking,…