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07 Jul

Govt, global retailers, domestic toy makers to discuss ways to promote toy exports from India

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The govt. will hold a meet-up with the top retailers such as IMC, Lego, Lulu, Walmart, Simba Dickie, Spinmaster, Hamleys, Ikea and Sanrio. The meeting will be hold with an aim to promote toy exports from India. Few representatives from Indian toy companies such as Universal, Playgro, Dreamplast etc. are also expected to attend the meeting. The meeting is organised by the Toy Association of India(TAI), in partnership with Invest India and DPIIT. "The discussions will focus on establishing India as a preferred sourcing destination, highlighting the advantages and opportunities available to international companies looking to partner with Indian manufacturers,"…

07 Jul

Saridon Headache Report: 1 in 3 people experienced increased stress levels

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Saridon, India's top headache relief brand, released its second national survey on stress prevalence in post-pandemic eras, examining its correlation with headache across diverse geographies and demographics.A report by HANSA Research, commissioned by a global market research company, analyzed stress levels among individuals aged 22-45 in India. The study involved 5,310 respondents from 20 urban cities, revealing that 93% of those experiencing headaches experienced an increase in stress levels, directly linked to elevated stress levels. The report shows that 1 in 3 people experienced increased stress levels post-pandemic, with financial problems, work pressure, health issues, and family conflicts being major…

07 Jul

‘ISUZU I-Care Monsoon Camp’ has been launched across India

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Isuzu Motors India is launching the 'ISUZU I-Care Monsoon Camp' nationwide, catering to ISUZU D-MAX Pick-ups and SUVs. This service camp provides benefits and preventive maintenance checks for all ISUZU vehicle owners nationwide. An initiative of ‘ISUZU Care’, the Monsoon camp will be organized across all ISUZU authorised dealer service outlets, between 10th – 22nd July 2023. During this period, customers can also avail special offers & benefits for their vehicles. The Monsoon Camp will be organised at all authorised service facilities of ISUZU located in Ahmedabad, Baramulla, Bengaluru, Bhimavaram, Bhuj, Calicut, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi, Dimapur, Gandhidham, Gorakhpur, Gurugram, Guwahati,…

07 Jul

Lizol’s #NoMoreHalfTruths campaign busts myths around phenyls

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Indian consumers have long believed phenyls are effective floor cleaners, but studies show that ordinary phenyls only kill 50% of germs on mopping. Lizol, India's leading disinfectant brand, and an independent research agency found that bacteria and viruses on household surfaces can lead to various diseases and infections, including diarrhea, skin infections, urinary tract infections, acne, eye, and bloodstream infections. Lizol launched #NoMoreHalfTruths campaign to dispel myths and promote proper cleaning practices. The campaign aimed to raise awareness about the limited effectiveness of phenyl household cleaners in killing germs. It highlighted that ordinary phenyls only eliminate 50% of germs when…

07 Jul

Honda India team is all set to competes in 2023 IDEMITSU Honda Talent

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Honda Racing India riders prepare for Round 2 of the 2023 IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup at Madras Motor Racetrack (MMRT) in Chennai, following their impressive performances in Round 1.Round 2 of the IDEMITSU Honda India Talent Cup will be intense, with Kevin Quintal proving his dominance in the NSF250R Open class.Rakshith secured second place, while Prakash Kamat secured third. Quintal's exceptional performance in the inaugural race solidified his position. The IDEMITSU Honda Indian Talent Cup NSF250R is a championship for young riders aspiring to enter professional motorcycle racing. It features Honda NSF250R motorcycles for Moto3 racing, offering a competitive…

07 Jul

Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS

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Bajaj Allianz General Insurance hosted the first-ever General Insurance Festival of India (GIFI) in Pune, setting a Guinness World Records title for the largest attendance for an insurance conference. With 5235 attendees, the event created history in the insurance industry. An independent process reviewer and a third-party panel of judges assessed the entries, and winners and runners-up were announced at the General Insurance Festival of India. The GIFI Awards recognized top-ranked health and general insurance advisors in the insurance industry. Over 2000 entries were submitted across five categories. The GIFI awards recognize the winers in categories- Best health insurance advisors…

07 Jul

Everything you need to know about Sarcopenia, and why muscles matter as you age

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A multi continental study found 17.5% Indians experience advanced muscle loss, higher than Asian and European countries. Sarcopenia, or advanced muscle loss, occurs when individuals lose significant muscle mass, strength, and function as they age. It starts early in life, with adults losing up to 8% of muscle mass per decade at 40. The prevalence of sarcopenia is high in India, with an estimated 50 million people affected globally, and it is expected to increase to over 200 million in the next 40 years. Sarcopenia, or advanced muscle loss, affects every 3rd man or 5th woman in India and affects…

07 Jul

Twitter threatens to sue Meta over Threads

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In a letter sent by Twitter lawyer Alex Spiro to Facebook's parent CEO Mark Zuckerberg, Twitter threatened to sue Meta Platform over its new Threads platform. Meta, which launched Threads on Wednesday and has more than 30 million signups, wants to take advantage of Elon Musk's Twitter and Instagram's billions of users. Spiro, in his letter, accused Meta of hiring former Twitter employees who "had and continue to access Twitter's trade secrets and other highly confidential information," news website Semafour first reported. “Twitter intends to strictly enforce its intellectual property rights, and demands that Meta take immediate steps to stop…

07 Jul

Toyota Kirloskar Motor celebrated Silver Jubilee “by creating a new “Wetland Ecosystem”

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) celebrated its Silver Jubilee "Environment Month" in Bangalore by creating a new "Wetland Ecosystem" at the Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI) Pond. The initiative aims to enhance native biodiversity and restore an existing natural pond.Toyota's 25th Environment Month celebration celebrated wetland ecosystems, which play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and mitigating climate change through carbon sequestration. Wetlands store carbon within their communities and soil, allowing them to moderate global climate conditions. They also protect water quality, provide fish and wildlife habitats, store floodwaters, and maintain surface water flow during dry periods. Toyota's Global Environmental…

07 Jul

Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson jointly develop premium motorcycle ‘HARLEY-DAVIDSON X440’

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Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, and iconic American motorcycle-maker Harley-Davidson launched their co-developed premium motorcycle – the Harley-DavidsonX440 in India. The Harley-Davidson X440 becomes the first premium motorcycle to be introduced under the licensing agreement between the two brands. The Harley-Davidson X440 was unveiled by Dr. Pawan Munjal - Executive Chairman of Hero MotoCorp and Mr. Jochen Zeitz - Chairman, President &Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Harley-Davidson in the presence of investors, media, dealers and partners. Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson enter India's 440cc segment with the Harley-Davidson X440, co-developed at HeroCIT. Made at the company's…