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04 Mar

Brazil Legends vs India All-Stars: Chennai set for historic football clash, ticket sales begin March 2

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Football fans in India are in for a historic treat as FIFA World Cup-winning Brazilian legends take on India All-Stars in an exhibition match at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on March 30, 2025. Organized by Football Plus Academy, the much-anticipated showdown will feature Brazilian icons from the 2002 World Cup-winning squad, including Ronal dinho, Rivaldo, Cafu, and Coach Dunga. The Indian team will be led by legendary coach Prasanta Banerjee and will feature stalwarts like Mehtab Hossain, Syed Rahim Nabi, and Mahesh Gawli. Ticket sales for this once-in-a-lifetime event will go live on March 2 at 4 PM via BookMyShow.…

04 Mar

IEX trade volumes rise 9% in February | Indian Energy Exchange

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The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) said in a statement on Monday that trade volumes in February registered a 9 per cent growth to 9,622 million units as compared to the same period last year. A total of 16.37 lakh renewable energy certificates were traded during the month, marking a 167 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) growth. The next REC trading sessions at the exchange are scheduled for March 12 and 26. In the power market, the Day-Ahead Market (DAM) achieved 5,369 MU volumes in February as against 4,722 MU volumes in the same month last year, a 14 per cent growth…

03 Mar

Shopsy’s Grand Shopsy Mela returns with mega discounts and exciting deals

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Shopsy by Flipkart has launched the much-anticipated eighth edition of the Grand ShopsyMela (GSM), bringing deep discounts and a vibrant shopping experience to online consumers across India. The event, running from March 1 to 9, offers over 10 lakh products under ₹149, catering to budget-conscious shoppers from Tier 2, 3, and 4 cities. With the theme ‘Shopping MelaSabseBada, Prices SabseChote,’ GSM blends affordability with excitement, mirroring the spirit of traditional Indian fairs. This edition features unique deals, including Grand Jhatpat Deals starting at Re 1, Grand Jackpot Deals, and SabseChhota Price Zone with products under ₹99. Previous editions of GSM…

03 Mar

NSDC to establish Centre for Future Skills at CCSU, Meerut

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The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) is setting up a Centre of Future Skills at Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCSU), Meerut, under the NSDC Academy. This initiative aims to train youth in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Internet of Things (IoT), Healthcare/Paramedical, and Language courses, equipping them with skills for emerging industries. Two Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) were signed on Saturday in the presence of Union Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, JayantChaudhary, and CCSU Vice Chancellor Prof. Sangeeta Shukla. The agreements focus on integrating skill-based learning with mainstream education and empowering 600 women from Self-Help…

03 Mar

MoS Pabitra Margherita engages with Indian diaspora in Brazil, begins Latin America tour

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Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, has commenced his official visit to Latin America, starting in São Paulo, Brazil. His multi-nation tour will also include Uruguay, the Bahamas, Barbados, and Nicaragua, focusing on strengthening diplomatic and economic ties. In São Paulo, the Minister interacted with the Indian diaspora, acknowledging their contribution to enhancing India-Brazil relations. Sharing his experience on social media platform X, he said, “Delighted to interact with the Indian community in São Paulo. Their efforts in fostering stronger ties between India and Brazil and expanding India's presence in Latin America are commendable.” The visit…

03 Mar

Hulladek Recycling expands E-waste management in Gangtok

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Hulladek Recycling Pvt Ltd, in collaboration with the State Pollution Control Board, Sikkim, has introduced comprehensive e-waste management services in Gangtok. The initiative, marked by a high-profile summit at the Forest Secretariat, brought together key stakeholders to strategize sustainable waste disposal solutions. The event featured a Capacity Building Programme for e-waste producers, recyclers, and bulk consumers, in association with Godrej. Eminent dignitaries, including Dr. Pradeep Kumar, IFS, Secretary-cum-PCCF, Forest & Environment Department, Government of Sikkim, and Shri. Nandan Mall, Chairman & MD, Hulladek Recycling, emphasized the urgent need for effective e-waste disposal mechanisms. Shri N. W. Tamang, Member Secretary, State…

03 Mar

Star Health expands home health care services to 100 locations, strengthens presence in Guwahati

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Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (Star Health Insurance), India’s largest retail health insurer, has expanded its Home Health Care (HHC) services to 100 locations across the country, making it the largest provider of such services in India. The initiative, launched in July 2023, now covers over 85% of Star Health’s customer base, offering cashless, doorstep medical care within three hours. According to Anand Roy, MD & CEO of Star Health Insurance, the program is designed to improve accessibility, availability, and affordability of healthcare. “At Star Health, we believe health insurance is a bridge to accessible and affordable healthcare.…

03 Mar

Mahindra sales upgrade 15% in February

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Mahindra & Mahindra on Saturday said its total sales in February rose 15 per cent year-on-year to 83,702 units.The automaker had sold 72,923 units in February last year.In the utility vehicle segment, the company said it sold 50,420 vehicles in the domestic market, a growth of 19 per cent as compared to 42,401 units in February last year.Exports grew to 3,061 units last month, up 99 per cent from 1,539 units in February 2024. "This strong performance is a result of the continued positive momentum for our SUV portfolio," Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) Automotive Division President Veejay Nakra said in…

01 Mar

Sanskriti University hosts grand ‘Sanskriti Sports Fiesta 25’ with over 1,300 athletes

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Sanskriti University, Mathura, has launched its highly anticipated annual sports festival, ‘Sanskriti Sports Fiesta 25’, with a grand opening ceremony featuring Indian wrestling champion BabitaPhogat and former cricketer MadanLal. The event, which began with much enthusiasm, will run until March 1, 2025, showcasing 28 sports disciplines across 40 competitive matches. With 1,312 athletes participating, the sports extravaganza includes cricket, football, javelin throw, shot put, badminton, chess, table tennis, and various race events. Divided into four groups, participants will compete for the championship, demonstrating teamwork, discipline, and competitive spirit. Cricket and football matches are expected to be major crowd-pullers. The presence…

01 Mar

India’s pension AUM projected to reach ₹118 trillion by 2030: DSP Pension Fund Managers

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India’s pension assets under management (AUM) are set to witness exponential growth, reaching an estimated ₹118 trillion by 2030, according to DSP Pension Fund Managers. The National Pension System (NPS) is expected to account for about 25% of this total, driven by demographic shifts and evolving retirement trends. India's elderly population is projected to grow 2.5 times by 2050, with post-retirement life expectancy averaging 20 years. Despite this, pension penetration remains low at just 3% of the GDP. The widening retirement savings gap, expected to grow at 10% annually, could reach $96 trillion by 2050. However, Indian investors are increasingly…