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10 Aug

Honda launches road safety campaign in Nalbari, Assam

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Re-emphasizing the need to build a culture of safe riding habits in India, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) took forward its National Road Safety Awareness Campaignin Nalbari, Assam. Road Safety is a global priority for Honda. Through this two-days camp at Nalbari College, Assam, HMSI spreads awareness on safe riding practices to more than 1800 college students and staff members. HMSI instructors utilized age-appropriate learning programs to improve road safety awareness retention among all. HMSI's National Road Safety Awareness program utilizes a scientific learning module, featuring skilled instructors teaching road signs, driver duties, riding gear, posture, and safe riding…

10 Aug

Ashok Leyland’s vehicles celebrate 75 years on Dream Drive

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Ashok Leyland's Boss 1415 and Bada Dost vehicles participated in a 75-year Dream Drive, traveling from Guwahati to Siliguri and ending at Bhandara's manufacturing plant. The journey covered various cities, including Siliguri, Muzzafarpur, Patna, Ambikapur, Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Rourkela, Sambalpur, and Raipur. The Dream Drive will feature 10 vehicles traveling across the country on five routes, starting in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Jammu, Kolkata, and Guwahati, and ending at Ashok Leyland's manufacturing plants. The drive aims to celebrate the company's enduring relationship with the nation in many dimensions. Along the way, Ashok Leyland will engage with its extensive network of dealerships, a direct…

10 Aug

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Inaugurates New Office in Gangtok

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Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, one of the leading private general insurers in India, has announced the inauguration of its new office in Gangtok, Sikkim. This strategic expansion aims to boost insurance penetration across tier 2 and tier 3 cities in India which is significant in increasing insurance penetration in the country and providing financial stability to our citizens. India's rapidly evolving economy faces increasing risks and uncertainties. Bajaj Allianz aims to provide innovative products and solutions in Gangtok by providing technology-backed services. The new office will serve as a strategic hub for Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, strengthening its presence and…

09 Aug

No proposal under consideration to change retirement age of central govt employees: Union minister

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The Union govt. on Wednesday briefed Parliament about the new establishments in the retirement criteria of the union govt. employees. The govt. told that there is no such proposal under consideration in the parliament. The govt. was questioned by a member Sarmistha Sethi whether there is any plan to bring changes in the retirement age of the central govt. employees and if so, then please provide the details. They were also asked about the data of govt. employees who were granted compulsory retirement under Rule 56(j) during the previous 3 years and the current year. Union Minister of State for…

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…