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31 Dec

LG’s soon-to-be launched AI robot will monitor your pets, look after your home in your absence

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LG Electronics (LG) will unveil its new smart home assistant at CES 2024. This smart home assistant has been made like a robot with wheels and legs. The assistant is a super smart helper which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to manage homes. It also has other special features like it can recognize images, and understand the meaning behind your words, expresses feelings by moving its legs and can keep an eye on your pets in your absence. There are number of smart features incorporated in Robot which will act like a house-keeper. It has an ability to detect temperature and…

30 Dec

Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s highest-ever sales numbers

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor is confident of closing CY 2023 with the highest-ever sales numbers, driven by sustained month-on-month performance across its product portfolio. Popular models like the Hilux, Innova Hycross, Urban Cruiser Hyryder, New Innova Crysta, and Glanza remain instrumental in driving growth. The Fortuner and Legender continue to strengthen their positions as segment leaders, while the Camry Hybrid contributes positively. The Vellfire and Toyota Rumion launch will enable Toyota to close the year on a record high. Toyota has 618 touchpoints across the country, with plans to enhance further in 2024. Key corporate milestones include the completion of 25…

30 Dec

Kotak Mahindra Bank nominates Mr. C S Rajan as Part-Time Chairman

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Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (KMBL) announced that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of Mr.C S Rajan, Independent Director of the Bank, as the Part-time Chairman, for a period of two years, effective from 1st January 2024. Mr. Rajan’s appointment as the next Part-time Chairman of the Bank’s Board follows the retirement of the incumbent Part-time Chairman, Mr Prakash Apte, whose term expires on 31st December 2023. Mr.C S Rajan, a former Chief Secretary of Rajasthan's Government, has been appointed as an Independent Director on the Bank's Board since October 22, 2022. With over 40 years…

30 Dec

IndiaSkills Transforming Lives of young Entrepreneurs

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IndiaSkills 2023-24 is an invitation for individuals nationwide to showcase their talents and embark on a journey where skills become the compass towards success. It's not just a competition; it's a practical journey reflecting the heartbeat of our nation. Dharamraj Thiyagarajan, a mechatronics engineering graduate from Shri Krishna College of Engineering, represented India in WorldSkills in 2015 and secured a professional job through campus interviews. He later started entrepreneurship with Dotworld Technologies in 2018, specializing in Mobile Robotics, Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality. Varad Patil, an Indian entrepreneur, participated in the WorldSkills Competition in 2013 and has since appeared on…

30 Dec

Tata Motors to delivered advanced Starbus EVs to Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation

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Tata Motors has delivered advanced Starbus EVs to Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), marking a significant milestone in the city's electrified public transport. The agreement between Tata Motors and TML Smart City Mobility Solutions Ltd. aims to supply, operate, and maintain 921 12-metre low-floor electric buses over a 12-year period. Tata Motors' smart electric bus was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri Siddaramaiah, along withHon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri DK Shivakumar, Shri Ramalingareddy, Hon’ble Minister for Transport &Mujarai, Govt of Karnataka & Chairman, BMTC, Shri Rizwan Arshad, Hon’ble MLA, Shivajinagar Assembly Constituency, Ms Kala Krishnswamy,…

30 Dec

Coca-Cola and International Cricket Council extended its partnership for eight years

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) and Coca-Cola have announced an eight-year global partnership, covering ICC World events in all three formats until the end of 2031. The official signing ceremony which took place at ICC’s Headquarters marked a historic milestone for the partnership and demonstrated Coca-Cola's commitment to sports. This eight-year partnership as a Global Partner of the ICC, confirmed the collaboration as one of the longest-ever associations formed by the ICC with a single brand, spanning a total timeline of 13 years (2019 - 2031). ICC Chief Commercial Officer, Anurag Dahiya said: “This partnership not only celebrates our sport’s…

30 Dec

IHCL introduces Vivanta in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has opened a new Vivanta hotel in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, offering panoramic views of the Tawang Valley and the majestic Himalayas at a height of 10,000 feet. Nestled within ten acres of verdant landscapes, Vivanta Arunachal Pradesh, Tawang is a sanctuary located just a short drive from the majestic Tawang Monastery, the second largest in the world. The 80 rooms and suites offer stunning views of the surrounding valleys and mountains, while Mynt, the signature all-day diner, offers culinary delights, Wink, a chic lounge bar, and Swirl, the deli, offers the finest confectionery. Tawang, a top…

30 Dec

Vi provides Unlimited International Roaming experience

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Vi, a leading telecom operator, has launched an international roaming campaign to make international travel more affordable and enjoyable for consumers during the travel season, offering unlimited free incoming while traveling abroad. Vi's Truly Unlimited International Roaming plans offer unlimited data and voice calling (outgoing) for its users traveling abroad this travel season. Vi is offering budget-friendly international roaming plans with free incoming calls across 100+ countries for a starting price of Rs. 133/day, valid on the Rs. 3999/- international roaming unlimited pack. Vi has has added the Maldives to its list of destinations, offering unlimited data and calls to…

30 Dec

Vivanta Industries Ltd to contemplate an investment model in Trinity Ganesh Pvt Ltd

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Vivanta Industries Ltd, a Ahmedabad-based consultancy offering turnkey project solutions, is considering investing in Trinity Ganesh Pvt Ltd, previously known as Ganesh Corporation. The Board of Directors is set to meet on December 29th to approve the share swap ratio and discuss Trinity Ganesh Pvt Ltd's investment model, with the company's goal of transforming operations into next-gen tech businesses. The company is aiming to transform its operations by focusing on Next-Gen Tech Businesses, including drone, information technology, AI, robotics, and electric vehicle charging stations. It has entered into an MOU with Vivanta Drone Research Centre Tanzania Ltd, acquiring a 50%…

29 Dec

HDFC ERGO enacts PMFBY for farmers in Assam for Rabi Season

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India's HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company has been authorized by the Government of Assam to implement the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) for loanee and non-loanee farmers in the districts of Cachar, Lakhimpur, Udalguri, and Tinsukia for Rabi, 2023. PMFBY scheme insures farmers against any losses in crop yield arising out of a wide range of external risks such as cyclones, hailstorms, Inundations, cyclonic rains, unseasonal rains, cloud burst, fire due to natural causes. The state government plans to conduct Crop Cutting Experiments (CCEs) on notified crops in areas for a scheme to determine yield loss. If yield data…