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10 Jan

Ujjivan SFB launched Maxima Savings and Current Account

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank has introduced the Maxima Savings Account and Business Maxima Current Account for premium customer segments. The Maxima Savings Account offers premium banking services with curated lifestyle, wellness, and entertainment benefits, while the Business Maxima Current Account caters to the unique business needs of medium and large business entities. The annual interest rate on the Maxima Savings Account is up to 7.5%, offering customers the flexibility to maintain ₹15 lakh or more in fixed deposits. The account also offers higher transaction limits, free cheque & DD issuances, free transactions across all channels, and unlimited cash deposits and…

10 Jan

Using authentic ingredients first step in pursuit of Good Manufacturing Practice

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Indian pharma companies are facing challenges in manufacturing practices, which are affecting their brand and the reputation of the industry. The government has ordered pharma companies, particularly MSMEs, to acquire Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certificates within 6 to 12 months. However, only 2,000 of the 10,500 manufacturers have a GMP certificate, highlighting the problem. The government must also take a proactive stance on the usage of Pharmacopoeia monographed solvents and excipients, such as IPA, Acetone, MDC, and Methanol, by Indian drug manufacturers. The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission mandates maintaining pharmacopeia standards, but Indian drug manufacturers often use non-pharmacopeia-grade solvents. This not…

09 Jan

Want Extra Legroom On Indigo Flights? Airline Hikes Charges Up To Rs 2,000

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IndiGo to charge extra fees for passengers desiring for wide legroom in the front row of its aircraft just days after reducing fuel charges. As per the fees mentioned for various services on the airline's website, choosing a window or aisle seat in the front row of an A321 aircraft which has 232 seats will charge Rs 2,000, while the amount is Rs 1,500 if it is the middle seat. The amount is same for these seats in an A321 plane that has 222 seats and in an A320 aircraft consisting of 186 seats. And the same charge is applied…

09 Jan

WhatsApp to let users share music audio during video call

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Meta-owned WhatsApp is in line to introduce a new feature which will allow users to share music audio during a video call on Android. As per the WABetaInfo, the ability to listen to video and music audio together is now available to some beta testers. "Specifically, when someone in the call shares their screen, audio they play on their device will also be shared with other people in the call. It's important to note that this feature also works in individual calls, allowing users to enjoy a synchronised audio experience even in one-on-one video conversations," the report noted. Additionally, users…

09 Jan

ITC Sunfeast Unveils Industry-First 100% Paper-based Packaging

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ITC Sunfeast Farmlite, a range of wholesome biscuits from ITC Foods, has introduced its first 100% outer paper bag packaging for its Digestive Biscuit Family pack. This innovation is a trendsetting move in the biscuit category, as it aligns with the brand's efforts to reduce plastic and encourage sustainable choices in everyday purchases. The ergonomic design aspects have been carefully curated to make the packaging consumer-friendly, visually appealing, and convenient. Sunfeast Farmlite acknowledges the increasing importance of environmentally responsible brands in consumers' purchasing decisions, and the new packaging caters to their enlightened preferences. Ali Harris Shere, Chief Operating Officer of…

09 Jan

Škoda Auto India registers sales of over 1,00,000 cars

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Škoda Auto India has achieved a sales milestone of selling over 1,00,000 cars in the last two years, thanks to its India-centric product strategy. The company launched two world-class products, the Kushaq and Slavia, which took the company over six years to reach. In 2022, the company registered sales of 53,721 cars, but in 2023, it achieved sales of 48,755 units. The Kodiaq also recorded a 100% jump in sales volume, making India a key market for Škoda Auto. The company has expanded its network and customer base, with 260 touchpoints at the end of 2023. Brand Director Petr Janeba…

09 Jan

Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Opens Application for Undergraduate Programmes

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Symbiosis International (Deemed University) has announced the application dates for its entrance tests, SET - General (Symbiosis Entrance Test), SET – Law (Symbiosis Law Admission Test), and the Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam (SITEEE). These tests are conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across 76 cities in India. The SET 2024 registration process began on December 13, 2023, and will remain open for approximately four months. Programs to apply through SET 2024 include B.B.A, B.C.A, Information Technology, Mass Communication, B.Sc. (Economics), and B.Sc. (Applied Statistics and Data Science).The Symbiosis Law Admission Test (SLAT) will be conducted on…

09 Jan

Tata Motors charts a green course for the future of transportation

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India's urbanization and focus on sustainable mobility are driving a shift towards cleaner transportation options, with electric and hydrogen cell-based vehicles being the primary alternatives. Natural gas, a 'transition fuel', is being used as an interim solution to reduce emissions. Tata Motors, India's leading automobile company, is actively contributing to the development of natural gas-powered vehicles, leveraging its expertise and commitment to innovation. A Niti Aayog report predicts a fourfold increase in trucks on Indian roads by 2050, emphasizing the need for a transition to natural gas-based fuels. India is promoting Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as an economic alternative, potentially…

09 Jan

Medtronic and Cardiac partnered to launch heart rhythm monitoring technology

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Medtronic and Cardiac Design Labs have partnered to launch an indigenously developed heart rhythm monitoring technology, Padma Rhythms®, in India. Medtronic will become the exclusive distributor of Padma Rhythms in India, while both companies will jointly develop training and education programs to expand the technology's reach across the country. The Padma Rhythms ELR patch, designed by CDL, combines the convenience of an external patch with the advanced capabilities of a Holter, ensuring accurate and insightful data for the monitoring period.Medtronic India's vice president and managing director Michael Blackwell is excited about the partnership with CDL to revolutionize cardiac rhythm monitoring…

09 Jan

DLF sells 1,113 luxury flats for Rs 7,200 cr within 3 days

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Despite the rise in real estate prices, several buyers in India are ready to pay for their dream homes. In the pre-formal launch sale of a luxury residential development worth around Rs 7,200 crore in Gurugram, Indians bought homes in just 72 hours. India's largest real estate developer, DLF, on Monday, announced the sale of the entire 1,113 luxury flats for Rs 7,200 crore in a project in Gurugram (DLF Prevana South) within three days of its pre-launch on strong demand from end-users and investors including NRIs. The new project is spread over 25 acres in Sectors 76 and 77…