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16 Oct

Skill India organises grand ‘Kaushal Convocation’ to promote skill-based education

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Skill India is planning a grand 'Kaushal Convocation' to recognize and honor candidates who have completed training under various Skill India schemes and programs. The event will involve students from prestigious institutes like Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK), Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), DGT, PMKVY, SANKALP, apprentices, IIE, NIPUN, Skill India International Centre, NIESBUD, and Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS). Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be addressing the students live at the ceremony. Hon’ble Minister for Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Hon’ble Minister of State for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Electronics & Information Technology, Shri Rajeev…

16 Oct

JLR India achieved its highest half-yearly sales in H1 of FY24, selling 2,356 units

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JLR India reported its best ever H1 performance with record sales of 2,356 units and a YoY growth of 105%during the April – September 2023 period. The strong half yearly growth was driven by record sales in both quarters, with Q2 witnessing a 108% YoY growth and retails of1,308 units. JLR India had previously reported a 102% sales growth in Q1, compared to the same period last year. The order book in FY24 has seen consistent growth, with H1 closing order book increasing by 90% compared to the previous year. The Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, and Defender models contribute…

16 Oct

For management of solid waste in Darjeeling Nestlé India launches Project Hilldaari

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Nestlé India has launched Project Hilldaari in Darjeeling, West Bengal, to improve solid waste management. The initiative, supported by Nestlé India and implemented by PLAN Foundation and technical partner Recity India, aims to develop inclusive, contextualized, and resilient models for solid and plastic waste management in select tourist cities in India. The project is currently operational in Mussoorie, Mahabaleshwar, Ponda, Dalhousie, and Munnar. A roundtable discussion was organized with stakeholders to discuss plastic waste management issues. Project Hilldaari has diverted over 27,000 MT of waste from landfills through source segregation, achieving 80% of source segregation across over 20,000 residential and…

15 Oct

BSNL Installs First-Ever Mobile Tower At Siachen Glacier

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In the history of India for the first time mobile tower has been installed at the world's highest battlefield Siachen Glacier. The tower was installed with the help of Indian Army in partnership with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL). The Fire and Fury Corps of the Indian Army took to X previously known as Twitter to share the news. The post has received more than 11,000 views and several likes. An individual wrote, "Fantastic job done by 14 Corps. Much needed at those heights." A second added, "My salute to the forces and people there." A few others also said…

15 Oct

Thums Up, launched a campaign promoting the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, urging fans to support the cause

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Thums Up, a Coca-Cola brand, in association with the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, has launched "Tere andar ka har shaq mitaenge, Toofan hain, Cup to hum hi uthaenge." campaign and urging fans to support the team and the event. The campaign features Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan as the biggest fan and "Voice of Belief." Shah Rukh Khan will star in a film portraying the heart and mind of cricket fans, with the heart winning over the mind in their support for Team India. Thums Up, a platform that recognizes cricket as an integral part of India's culture, has…

15 Oct

Croma’s introduces a ‘Festival of Dreams’ to commemorates the DurgaPujo with exciting offers

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Croma, a Tata Enterprise, is offering lucrative deals and offers during the 'Festival of Dreams' campaign for DurgaPujo, valid until October 25th, in stores and on Croma.com for consumers in West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Orissa. Get the ultimate electronics shopping experience with Croma Experts, recognizing the significance of embracing and upgrading your lifestyle during this joyous occasion. Croma offers a 5 Star Fully Automatic Top Load Washing Machine on EMI at just Rs 1499, offering a 10% instant discount on select bank cards, exchange benefits up to Rs 20,000, and 24 months of interest-free EMI. Croma is also offering a…

15 Oct

CEAT ISRL and FMSCI announce an impressive lineup of 85 global Supercross stars

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The CEAT Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) and the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) are showcasing an impressive lineup of 85 global Supercross stars and international talents for its inaugural season, aiming to provide an unforgettable motorsport experience. CEAT ISRL is fostering a global sport in India, with 85 riders from various countries including the USA, Spain, France, Thailand, Indonesia, Germany, Sweden, South Africa, Australia, and India, demonstrating its commitment to global sports. South Africa's Anthony Raynard, 2022 Prince of Paris Gregory Aranda, and Thomas Ramette will compete in the 450cc International rider auction. Spain regional champion…

15 Oct

Samsung Announced the Top 3 winning teams for Solve for Tomorrow

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Samsung India has announced the top three winning teams of its Solve for Tomorrow 2023 youth education and innovation competition. The winners are NIT Surat, Stemly, and Think, who have developed beach-cleaning robot Sweep, AI tool Stemly for women choosing STEM, and personal cooling device Kavach for outdoor workers. The teams received INR 1.5 crore to further develop their ideas. Samsung Solve for Tomorrow, a CSR programme, aims to empower youth to solve real-life issues and transform lives with innovative ideas. The winning teams received certificates and trophies, Samsung's flagship Galaxy Z Flip5 smartphone, and a cash prize of INR…

15 Oct

Amazon Great Indian Festival 2023 experience its biggest opening ever

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Amazon India experienced its largest 48-hour shopping event with 9.5 crore customer visits, with Prime members' shopping spiked 18x in the first 24 hours of PEA. This marked the highest single-day sales for thousands of sellers, marking the start of the festive season. Customers enjoyed over 5,000 new launches across various categories, including smartphones, laptops, TVs, fashion, home décor, appliances, furniture, and groceries. Amazon Great Indian Festival 2023 attracted 9.5 crore customers in the first 48 hours, with the highest number of Prime members shopping. Over 80% of customers came from non-metro cities, and over 10 lakh received same-day delivery.…

15 Oct

Skill India to organize Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh to felicitate the Skill Student

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With an aim to promote skill-based education in line with the aspirations of 21st-century learners, Skill India will organize a grand ‘Kaushal Convocation’ to recognize and honour the candidates who have completed their training under the various schemes and programmes of Skill India. The event will witness the participation of students from prestigious skill development institutes including Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK), Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), DGT, PMKVY, SANKALP, apprentices, IIE, NIPUN, Skill India International Centre, NIESBUD, and Jan Shikshan Sansthan (JSS). Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address students live at a ceremony, chaired by Hon’ble Minister for Education, Skill…