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21 Mar

Smile Train India and Anandaloke Hospital empower ASHA workers in cleft awareness workshop

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Smile Train, the world's largest cleft-focused organization, partnered with Anandaloke Multispeciality Hospital to host a comprehensive workshop in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal.The one-day event, held at Hotel Ratnadeep, brought together representatives from the Government of West Bengal, medical officers, and Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) workers under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK). A hundred ASHA workers were honored for their significant contributions to the health sector during the workshop. Since its establishment in 2006, the collaboration between Anandaloke Multispeciality Hospital and Smile Train has facilitated over 4600 free cleft surgeries, emphasizing their commitment to transforming lives and fostering happy smiles.…

21 Mar

NSDC signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Shobhit University

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The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Shobhit Institute of Engineering and Technology to jointly offer Work Integrated Degree Programs in IT and management to aspiring students. The program aims to equip students with domain-specific skills and advanced technologies, thereby addressing the increasing demand for a skilled workforce across various industries. It focuses on providing structured internships, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training to the Indian youth that helps them to cultivate their capabilities and opens avenues for them to pursue a successful career. The MoU was signed between Shri Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO of…

21 Mar

Haier launches a new brand slogan, “More Creation, More Possibilities”

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Haier Appliances India, the global leader in major appliances, celebrates its 20th anniversary in India, showcasing its unwavering commitment to customer-inspired innovation and its dedication to 'Make in India' and 'Made for India'. Haier India has expanded its product range, including OLED and QLED TVs, Super Heavy-Duty Air conditioners, Kinouchi Black Air conditioners, Vogue and smart convertible refrigerators, washer and dryer front load washing machines, commercial refrigeration solutions, and commercial air conditioners. The company also introduced smart innovations like Robo-vacuum cleaners, smart kitchen appliances, microwaves, and water heaters. Haier India, a leading brand in innovation, has launched a new slogan,…

20 Mar

RBI directs banks to keep its branches dealing in govt business to remain open on Mar 31

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The Government of India has requested all agency banks to keep their branches dealing with government receipts and payments open for transactions on March 31 that is Sunday. The move aims to facilitate the timely processing of government receipts and payments, contributing to the efficient management of public finances as the fiscal year draws to a close. As per the Reserve bank of India, this move comes with the aim of ensuring that all government transactions related to receipts and payments for the fiscal year 2023-24 are accounted for within the stipulated timeframe. “The Government of India has made a…

20 Mar

DSP Mutual Fund announces the launch of DSP S&P BSE Liquid Rate ETF

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DSP Mutual Fund has launched DSP S&P BSE Liquid Rate ETF (DSP BLRETF), an open-ended scheme that replicates the S&P BSE Liquid Rate Index, providing investors with easy cash management and low risk. The scheme is ideal for investors with idle margin accounts, as it invests in DSP BLR ETF units, which may yield additional returns by investing in overnight instruments with 1D maturity. The DSP BLR ETF's new fund offer will be available for subscription starting on March 15th, 2024, and will conclude on March 20th, 2024. DSP S&P BSE Liquid Rate Index generally has a lower volatile return…

20 Mar

WhatsApp payment feature now available for android users

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WhatsApp is launching a new feature to make quicker payments within the app. This new feature will allow users to directly scan UPI QR codes from their chat list. The new Payment Feature is available to Android users via update 2.24.7.3. The UPI QR codes can be found on top of the chats list with shortcut. Meanwhile, screenshot restrictions are implemented for the upgraded feature. According to the sources, the feature is beneficial for UPI users in India. WhatsApp is aiming to make go-to option for most financial needs apart from just communications.

20 Mar

National Stock Exchange marks landmark achievement with first 5 listings on SSE platform

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The National Stock Exchange (NSE) achieved a significant milestone as it celebrated the listing of the first five Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) on its Social Stock Exchange (SSE) platform. Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement (SVYM), Transform Rural India, Mukti, Ekalavya Foundation, and SGBS Unnati Foundation rang the bell at the NSE headquarters in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai, marking a momentous step forward in impact-driven finance. The event, attended by esteemed dignitaries including Smt. Madhabi Puri Buch, Chairperson of SEBI, and representatives from various sectors, highlighted the SSE's role in fostering transparency and trust in the social sector.Approximately INR 8 Crore was…

19 Mar

Google blocks Gujarat man’s email account over nude childhood photo, court issues notice

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The Gujarat High Court Justice Vaibhavi D Nanavati on March 15 issued notices to Google, the Central and state governments returnable on March 26 after the tech giant blocked the email account of the petitioner, Neel Shukla, a computer engineer, for nearly a year citing 'explicit child abuse" after he uploaded a nude childhood photo on Google Drive. The photo was of his grandmother bathing him when he was two years old. Shukla's account was blocked by the tech giant in April 2023. He filed a petition in the high court on March 12 after the company was unable to…

19 Mar

Samsung introduces Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G with awesome innovations

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Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, has unveiled the Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G, featuring innovative features. The new A series devices feature Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection, AI-enhanced camera features, and the Samsung Knox Vault, a tamper-resistant security solution. The Galaxy A55 5G and A35 5G are flagship smartphones with a metal frame and premium glass back, available in three colors and rated IP67 for water resistance. They feature a 6.6-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. The A series smartphones also offer AI-enhanced camera features like Photo Remaster, Image…

19 Mar

Aakash Educational Services Limited announced Educational scholarships for its upcoming new session

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Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), a leading test preparatory service, has announced scholarships for students aspiring to become doctors and engineers, ahead of its new session starting in April 2024. The first scholarship is the Instant Admission Cum Scholarship Test (iACST), offering up to 90% scholarship for admission into Medical, Engineering, and Foundation courses. Additionally, Aakash will provide special discounts to children of martyrs, defense personnel and terrorism-affected individuals. AESL is committed to social responsibility by supporting the education of Defence Personnel's wards. They will offer tuition fee waivers of up to 100% to children of martyrs and 10% discounts…