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08 Oct

PM Modi felicitates ITI toppers, launches PM-SETU and 1,200 vocational skill labs

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In a landmark event at Vigyan Bhawan, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi felicitated 46 All India toppers from Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) at the 4th Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh. The Prime Minister also launched PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs), a ₹60,000 crore scheme aimed at modernizing 1,000 government ITIs across India, and virtually inaugurated 1,200 Vocational Skill Labs in 400 Navodaya Vidyalayas and 200 Eklavya Model Residential Schools. PM-SETU will operate on a hub-and-spoke model, with 200 hub ITIs linked to 800 spokes, offering industry-aligned courses, innovation centres, training of trainers, and placement support. Fifteen clusters…

07 Oct

Mahindra launches new Bolero range with bold design, modern tech and enhanced comfort

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Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV maker, on Monday unveiled the New Bolero range, featuring upgraded variants with contemporary styling, advanced technology, and improved ride comfort. The New Bolero is priced between ₹7.99 lakh and ₹9.69 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Bolero Neo range starts at ₹8.49 lakh and goes up to ₹9.99 lakh for the top-end N11 variant. The New Bolero comes with a bold grille, diamond-cut R15 alloy wheels, new Stealth Black color, leatherette upholstery, 17.8 cm touchscreen infotainment, and steering-mounted audio controls. Bolero Neo features a sleek grille with horizontal accents, dark metallic R16 wheels, new Lunar…

07 Oct

MoS Pabitra Margherita inaugurates ‘Best of India’ textile fair in Moscow, boosts export vision

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Minister of State Pabitra Margherita inaugurated the “Best of India – Indian Apparels and Textile Fair” in Moscow on October 1, reaffirming India’s push to expand its textile exports to Russia and CIS markets. The three-day event, organised by the Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC), showcased the creativity and strength of India’s handloom sector. Margherita, sharing his views on social media, said, “This fair will boost India’s exports to Russia, deepen cooperation, and open new gateways to CIS markets.” He noted that the initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh’s vision to expand the…

07 Oct

Hindware launches ‘Designed for Sukoon’ campaign, redefines home comfort

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Hindware, India’s leading bathware, tiles, and consumer appliances brand, unveiled its new brand positioning, ‘Designed for Sukoon’, aimed at transforming homes into sanctuaries of comfort and wellbeing. The integrated campaign, conceptualised by Mullen Lowe Lintas Group, emphasizes emotional connect, highlighting Calm, Care, Comfort, Love, and Playfulness as core elements of the Hindware experience. The campaign showcases innovative products including a Multifunction Shower with Thermostat simulating monsoon rain, Smart WC with warm seating, splash-free faucets, vibrant washbasins, IoT Chimneys with Maxx Silence Technology, and premium tiles, designed to merge functionality with aesthetic appeal. Shashvat Somany, Head of Strategy at SomanyImpresa Group,…

07 Oct

Soha Ali Khan shares festive wellness tips: Almonds, fruits and staying active

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As India gears up for the festive season, actor, author, and mother Soha Ali Khan has shared her wellness guide to enjoy celebrations without compromising health. Emphasizing mindful eating, Soha advises never attending parties on an empty stomach to avoid bingeing on unhealthy foods. Her tip: carry a handful of California Almonds, a nutrient-rich snack that keeps hunger at bay while providing dietary fiber, vitamin E, and vitamin B12. Soha also recommends including a bowl of fresh fruits like apples, oranges, chikoo, muskmelon, and grapes in daily routines. “They’re low in fat and calories, rich in fiber, and help regulate…

07 Oct

Nissan posts 9.3% sales growth in September, Magnite drives record momentum

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Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) reported consolidated sales of 10,500 units in September 2025, marking a 9.3% year-on-year growth compared to 9,629 units in September 2024. The growth was powered by strong demand for the New Nissan Magnite and festive season momentum boosted by GST revisions. The company sold 1,652 units in the domestic market, while exports stood at 8,872 units. Notably, sales to South Asia hit a record 1,120 units, Nissan’s highest-ever monthly performance in the region. The company credited its success to the launch of a segment-first 10-year extended warranty on the GNCAP 5-Star rated Magnite and…

07 Oct

Mahindra Logistics expands Eastern India footprint with 4 lakh sq. ft. warehousing in Guwahati and Agartala

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Mahindra Logistics Limited, one of India’s leading integrated logistics providers, on Thursday unveiled over 4 lakh sq. ft. of state-of-the-art warehousing capacity in Eastern India, including North-East India’s largest multi-client facility in Guwahati and a modern facility in Agartala. The expansion forms part of the company’s ‘Go-East’ strategy aimed at strengthening regional connectivity and supporting the surging demand for integrated logistics solutions. The 3-lakh sq. ft. Guwahati facility, located near NH 17 and just 11.7 km from the airport, houses the region’s first Community Center of Excellence in partnership with the Logistics Skill Council. It is strategically positioned to serve…

07 Oct

Mirchi Iconic Puja honors Zubeen Garg’s legacy, brings joy to Guwahati’s senior citizens

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This year’s Durga Puja in Guwahati bore a bittersweet note as it marked the first celebration without Assam’s beloved singer Zubeen Garg. Yet, his spirit of compassion and humanitarianism was deeply felt as Mirchi, in collaboration with the Amrit Foundation, organized pandal visits for senior citizens from Ashray Sewa Home, Santaneer Old Age Home, and Mother Care Centre on Sashti and Saptami (28-29 September). Over 40 elders were accompanied by NGO staff to iconic Guwahati pandals, including Triangular Park, Nambari, and Rest Camp Kalibari, where they experienced the vibrant colors, lights, and dhak rhythms. The initiative began with a tribute…

06 Oct

West Bengal Police bust counterfeit Goodknight unit in Ranaghat, seize thousands of fake products

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In a major crackdown against counterfeit household insecticides, West Bengal Police, in collaboration with Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL), successfully raided an illegal manufacturing unit in Ranaghat, West Bengal. The operation led to the seizure of over 1,700 finished Goodknight flash 2 refill packs, 1,256 filled bottles, thousands of empty bottles, labels, and packing boxes, highlighting a well-organized counterfeit operation. An FIR has been registered under Section 318 (4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act 2023, and authorities are now tracing the distribution networks linked to the unit to curb further circulation of hazardous products. Shilpa Suresh, Head of…

06 Oct

India’s veterinary vaccine makers form VVIMA to boost innovation and global reach

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In a landmark move for India’s animal health sector, leading veterinary vaccine manufacturers have come together to form the Veterinary Vaccine India Manufacturers Association (VVIMA). The non-government, not-for-profit body aims to serve as the collective voice of India’s veterinary vaccine industry, collaborating with policymakers, regulators, and stakeholders to foster innovation, quality manufacturing, and global competitiveness. The Indian veterinary vaccine market is estimated at INR 2,000 crore, while the global market exceeds INR 1 lakh crore. India produces vaccines for poultry, cattle, sheep, goats, swine, and pets, with eight private manufacturers and several state-owned units. VVIMA plans to align with the…