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09 Aug

Shri Pradhan and Kishan Reddy launch ‘Transforming Lives, Building Futures’ initiative

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Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Hon’ble Union Minister for Culture, Tourism & Development Of North Eastern Region launched the 'Transforming Lives, Building Futures: Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in North-East' initiative to create a skill-centric and industry-ready ecosystem in the North-Eastern Region. 2.5 lakh talented youth will receive industry-relevant skill training through schemes like Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY), National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS) and Jan Shikshan Sansthans (JSS). The initiative aims to transform lives and build futures in the region. The Government has earmarked a substantial fund…

09 Aug

Lenovo unveils latest consumer devices in Kolkata

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Lenovo showcased latest consumer devices in Kolkata, focusing on immersive cinematic entertainment, gaming, and remote productivity. Amongst the showcased products were the showstopping dual-screen Yoga Book 9i, the powerful gaming laptop Legion Pro 7i, the newest affordable gaming laptops LOQ, and the 5G-enabled Tab M10.The Yoga Book 9i, launched in 2023, offers dual-screen versatility, multi-mode functionality, and superior entertainment for hybrid workspaces and meetings. It's perfect for performance-focused content creators and offers easy mobility. Lenovo's Legion laptops, powered by Intel® 13th Gen and AMD Ryzen™ 7000 series mobile processors, provide high-performance devices for gamers and content creators with heavy workloads.…

09 Aug

Essilor® Announced Virat Kohli as Brand Ambassador in India

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Essilor® appoints Virat Kohli as India brand ambassador for prescription lenses, showcasing his global sports expertise. This strategic partnership signifies a powerful alliance with both entities having remarkable legacies. Essilor® is a global leader in the Ophthalmic Industry, offering innovative products for various age groups. Virat Kohli, a cricket legend, has excelled in performance and work ethic, leading India to a 2008 World Cup victory.Essilor® is launching a multi-media campaign featuring Virat Kohli to showcase its innovative brands, including Stellest®, Eyezen®, and Varilux®, which cater to vision correction needs across age groups. Crizal®, an invisible shield, protects lenses against enemies…

09 Aug

Thums Up partners with ICC for ‘Toofan Uthao, World Cup Jao’ campaign

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Thums Up, India's homegrown beverage brand from The Coca-Cola Company, is all set to ignite the passion of cricket lovers as the official beverage partner of the ICC with its latest campaign, ‘Toofan Uthao, World Cup Jao.’ Thums Up's campaign aims to address the inner dilemma of cricket fans in India regarding the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 team's win. The Thums Up campaign highlights cricket's unifying power in India, leveraging the passion of Indian cricket fans who consider themselves experts on the upcoming World Cup. This unique campaign showcases Thums Up's commitment to connecting with Indian fans at…

09 Aug

Novo Nordisk and Manipal Academy sign MoU for healthcare innovation

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Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS) and Manipal Academy for Higher Education (MAHE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the pharma value chain and healthcare ecosystem. Under the terms of the MoU, MAHE,and Novo Nordisk GBS willjointly engage in initiatives including, innovation projects, hackathons, case competitions, guest lectures, education programs, internships, placements, employee development, and corporate social responsibility collaborations. The MoU was signed on August 3 at the Manipal campus and will be effective for a period of two years. Dr. Prasanna Kumar, Vice President, Global Safety at Novo Nordisk GBS, said, "With access to the academic…

09 Aug

Tata Motors introduces iCNG portfolio for CNG market revolution

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Riding on the success of its twin cylinder technology, Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, brought joy to its CNG customers by not only refreshing its existing CNG line up with the upgraded Tiago and Tigor iCNG but also launching the brand new Punch iCNG with this revolutionary technology. The twin-cylinder technology that debuted with the Altroz iCNG in May this year, has received an astounding response for the disruption it has created in the segment – enabling CNG vehicles to provide their customers with a non-compromised boot space, best-in-class features and a superior drive experience. The Punch iCNG is…

09 Aug

PwC resigns as auditor of Paytm payments services

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PwC has resigned as auditor of Paytm Payment Services (PPSL), a subsidiary of fintech major Paytm, effective August 7. The company has appointed SR Batliboi & Associates as its new auditor, Paytm owner One 97 Communications said in a note to the stock exchange filing on Monday. In its resignation letter to the board of directors of Paytm Payment Services dated August 7, PwC said there has been a change in auditors at the holding company level. "Consequently, keeping in mind your understandable practice of combining the auditors of PPSL with the auditors of the holding company as a material…

09 Aug

2nd of four Royal Stag BoomBox original music tracks

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In collaboration with Viacom18, Royal Stag Boombox is all set to bring a completely new genre of music where the melody of Bollywood meets the gully of hip hop creating the original sound of generation large. Music evokes emotions in people across generations, making it a significant passion pillar for Seagram’s Royal Stag. Celebrating the spirit of ‘Living it Large’ and having enthralled thousands of music lovers in Manipal, Bhubaneshwar, Pune, Indore & Dehradun with its unique on-ground experiences, Royal Stag Boombox enters its next phase with launch of 4 original music tracks. The second such original music track to…

08 Aug

Glenmark Pharma Team Up with OMRON Healthcare to combat hypertension ignorance among young adults

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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited (Glenmark), a leading, integrated, research-led, global pharmaceutical company has joined hands with OMRON Healthcare India, the Indian arm of the Japanese global leader in home blood pressure monitoring and solutions for cardiovascular disease management, to raise awareness on measuring blood pressure at home from the age of 18. Glenmark and OMRON Healthcare India are collaborating on the "Take Charge @18" initiative to raise awareness about blood pressure screening at the right age of 18. The inlay card will be included in every OMRON Blood Pressure monitor sold in India, encouraging patients and caregivers to encourage at least…

08 Aug

Linde starts Encore program for women professionals to resume careers

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Linde launches Encore program for women professionals to restart careers after sabbaticals, catering to global industrial gases company. The Encore program focuses on reskilling and retraining women professionals during career breaks, promoting gender equality and inclusivity in the workforce.This program offers an immersive learning experience across various domains like operations, distribution, sales, and finance allowing participants to work alongside experienced professionals. Training participants receive mentorship, guidance, and regular evaluations, focusing on practical, hands-on learning to enhance confidence and skills through real-world projects and assignments. Nita Chakravarty, Head of HR, Linde - India, said “We are excited to launch the Encore…