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04 Oct

Govt hikes LPG subsidy to ₹300 for PM Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries

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The union govt. has increased subsidy amount for the beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana to ₹300 (an increase of rupees 100) per LPG cylinder, Union minister Anurag Thakur said during a briefing on Cabinet decisions on Wednesday. The market price of a LPG cylinder weighing 14.2 kg is Rupees 903, whereas the beneficiaries of the Ujjwala scheme currently pay ₹703 per 14.2-kg cylinder. After the decision of the Union Cabinet, they will now pay ₹603.

04 Oct

Vicks Cough Drops joins forces with Yuvraj Singh to publish their new Cheer Anthem #VicksKholIndiaBol

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Vicks Cough Drops, a brand known for its khich khich free voice, has partnered with cricket icon Yuvraj Singh to release the #VicksKholIndiaBol Cheer Anthem, celebrating India's cricket enthusiasm and aiming to enable 142 crore Voice champions to cheer for their team this season. Vicks Cough Drops has always been known for its iconic campaigns highlighting how it has enabled Indians to speak up in critical moments of life without any khich khich. This cricket season, Vicks Cough Drops presents a fresh musical take on keeping the Cricket Fans at the center and giving them a khich khich free voice…

04 Oct

NATHEALTH and INVEST INDIA successfully organized the East Region Roundtable in Guwahati

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NATHEALTH and INVEST INDIA successfully organized the East Region Roundtable in Guwahati, focusing on understanding healthcare requirements, ecosystem, and investment opportunities in the region. The event brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, healthcare providers, industry experts, and community representatives, to enhance healthcare services in Assam. More than 70 experts comprising of Indian Medial Association, Association of Hospital Providers of India North East Chapter, IIT Guwahati, Assam Cancer Care Foundation, Assam Medical Services Corporation Limited along with representatives from Govt of Assam and leading diagnostic, hospitals, pharma and Med-tech organizations delved into several crucial areas, including assessing the existing healthcare…

04 Oct

Samsung declares the pricing of the Galaxy M and Galaxy F series

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Samsung has introduced special pricing on its Galaxy M and F series smartphones, starting at INR 6499. The Galaxy M04 and Galaxy F04 are available in stunning style, providing uninterrupted performance and unparalleled experiences for young Gen Z consumers. The Galaxy M04 and Galaxy F04 are performance-driven devices with 8GB RAM Plus, 128GB expandable storage, and a 5000mAh battery. They offer a stylish glossy design, two OS upgrades, and Face Unlock feature, making them ideal for multitasking and staying ahead of the curve.The Galaxy M13 and Galaxy F13 will be available for purchase at INR 9199 during the festive season.…

04 Oct

Amazon Great Indian Festival 2023 starts from October 8

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The most awaited festive event in India, ‘Amazon Great Indian Festival’ (GIF), will start from October 8, with 24 hours early access for Prime members. Customers can enjoy never-seen-before deals on the widest selection of products for customers, at great value and with the convenience of fast and reliable delivery. Customers will also get early access to more than 25,000 products till October 6 through Kick Starter Deals. Manish Tiwary, Vice-President & Country Manager, India Consumer Business, Amazon said, "We are geared-up to bring ‘boxes of happiness’ to our customers pan India and offer them a wide selection, unmatched value…

04 Oct

Toyota Kirloskar Motor achieved a record-breaking sales of 23,590 units in September

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor sold 23,590 units in September 2023, a 53% increase from the previous year, marking a record sales of 15,378 units. The total sales included domestic units of 22,168 and exports of 1,422 units. In August, the company achieved its highest monthly wholesale figures ever at 22,910 units. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) experienced a 35% growth in sales in the first six months of the current fiscal year, selling 1,23,939 units compared to 91,843 units last year. This success is attributed to the continued success of Toyota Kirloskar Motor's recent models, including Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Innova Hycross, Hilux,…

04 Oct

Meta to charge $14 per month from mobile users in EU

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Mark Zuckerberg-owned Meta may soon charge users in the European Union (EU) a $14 monthly subscription fee to use Instagram on their phones, unless they allow the social media platform to use their personal data for targeted advertising, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported on Tuesday. Meta will charge users $17 for desktop versions of Facebook and Instagram from next week, the report added. The social media company was fined 390 million euros by Ireland's data privacy commissioner earlier this year and told it could not use the so-called "contractual" legal basis to send ads to users based on their…

04 Oct

Nissan brought the coveted World Cup trophy to Gurgaon

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Nissan, as the Official Partner of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, gave cricket fans a fantastic opportunity to be up close with the exclusive trophy. The official ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup trophy, after a journey around the globe, was brought to Delhi NCR for everyone to witness and experience. The trophy was toured by Nissan to Gurgaon at World Mark-1 on 29th September, and the Ambience Mall, on 30th September and 1st October. The ICC Men's Cricket World Cup Trophy Tour began on 27 June 2023, traveling around the globe. The trophy returned to India, visiting shopping…

04 Oct

Amitabh Bachchan ad lands Flipkart in big trouble with mobile phone retailers

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Traders' body CAIT has filed a complaint with the consumer affairs ministry against a Flipkart ad featuring Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan in the upcoming Big Billion Days sale, calling the ad "misleading". The traders' body, in a strongly-worded letter, said Bachchan's ad "impacts livelihoods" and "hurts local businesses" and will approach the Information and Broadcasting Ministry if the ad is not withdrawn. CAIT demanded that Flipkart be penalized under the relevant provisions of the Consumer Protection Act for "false or misleading advertisement" and Amitabh Bachchan be fined ₹ 10 lakh. An email sent to Flipkart did not elicit any response.…

04 Oct

Gulf and India Bike Week 2023 brings ‘Chai-Pakoda Rides’ to Guwahati

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Gulf Oil Lubricants India Limited, a pioneer in lubricants, has proudly presented the "Chai-Pakoda" Ride in Guwahati, a cherished tradition within India Bike Week, Asia's premier motorcycling festival. The event, which began its 10th edition in Delhi, promises to be a thrilling experience for riders and enthusiasts alike. The GuwahatiChai-Pakoda breakfast ride attracted enthusiastic bikers from across the region, ranging from Harleys to KTMs and Yamahas converged at the Assam Public Service Commission Office in Jawahar Nagar, where they embarked on an exhilarating 22-kilometer journey to Panacea - The Village in Sonapur. Safety was paramount throughout the event, with mandatory…