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21 Jul

Tata AIA registers 21 MDRT-qualified advisors in Assam, retains top India ranking

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Tata AIA Life Insurance has registered 21 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)-qualified advisors in Assam, reinforcing its presence in the state's life insurance sector while retaining its position as India's top insurer by MDRT-qualified advisors for the fourth consecutive year.According to the 2026 Global MDRT Ranking, Kamrup Metropolitan and Kokrajhar accounted for four MDRT-qualified advisors each, while Cachar contributed two. Across India, Tata AIA recorded 1,397 MDRT-qualified advisors, placing it 13th globally. Of the total qualifiers, 695 are women, representing nearly half of the company's MDRT members. MDRT is regarded as the global benchmark of excellence in the life insurance…

21 Jul

Centre expands PM-NAPS intervention to support 30,000 apprentices in North East

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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has extended its Special Intervention for Promotion of Apprenticeship in the North-Eastern Region (NER) under the Prime Minister's National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (PM-NAPS) for the financial year 2026–27, aiming to provide apprenticeship opportunities to 30,000 youth across the region. The initiative, to be implemented by the Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE), Guwahati, builds on the pilot programme launched in May 2025 and seeks to expand industry participation, strengthen apprenticeship ecosystems and improve youth employability under the Skill India Mission. The Centre has earmarked ₹57.58 crore for the intervention through the North-Eastern Region…

20 Jul

Montra Electric expands into West Bengal with first e-SCV dealership in Kolkata

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Montra Electric has strengthened its presence in eastern India by inaugurating its first electric small commercial vehicle (e-SCV) dealership in West Bengal at Howrah, Kolkata, marking the company's entry into one of the country's emerging electric mobility markets. The facility, launched in partnership with Next Drive Mobility, will offer sales, service and spare parts support for Montra Electric's EVIATOR range of electric commercial vehicles. The dealership was inaugurated by Montra Electric CEO (e-SCV) Saju Nair along with Next Drive Mobility Dealer Principal SaurabhKhetan, DevanshAgarwal and SudarshanSarda. The launch comes as the company's EVIATOR fleet crossed 1,000 vehicles nationwide, with the…

20 Jul

Alife strengthens personal care play with revamped bathing soap portfolio

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AWL Agri Business Ltd. (formerly AdaniWilmar Limited) has strengthened its presence in the home and personal care segment by relaunching the bathing soap portfolio of its Alife brand with four new variants featuring upgraded formulations, skincare-inspired ingredients and contemporary packaging under the new brand promise, "KhubsuratiKuchhKhaas." The refreshed range was officially launched on July 15 at the company's Mundra manufacturing facility in the presence of 50 of Alife's leading distributors from across India, underscoring the company's focus on expanding its consumer base and reinforcing trade partnerships. The relaunched portfolio comprises Active Nimboo, HaldiChandan, Rozy Glow and Fresh Lily. According to…

20 Jul

Duster returns with Adventure Edition, priced from ₹12.99 lakh

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Renault India has launched the Duster Adventure Edition, a special edition of its iconic SUV, with introductory prices starting at ₹12.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The launch marks a tribute to the Duster's legacy in India, where the SUV gained popularity for its ride quality, handling and capability across challenging terrains.The Adventure Edition was unveiled on Bastille Day by French Ambassador to India Thierry Mathou and Renault Group India CEO Stéphane Deblaise. The company said the edition celebrates the enduring association of the Duster with adventure and long-distance travel, reflecting its French engineering heritage and popularity among Indian customers. Available in Turbo…

20 Jul

IndusInd Bank integrates with EPFO to streamline provident fund payments

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IndusInd Bank has integrated with the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour& Employment, enabling employers and establishments to make Provident Fund (PF) contributions seamlessly through the EPFO portal using the bank's digital banking platforms. With the integration, organisations can directly select IndusInd Bank on the EPFO portal and complete statutory PF payments through the bank's Corporate Internet Banking platform, Indus Direct, and its MSME-focused mobile banking application, INDIE for Business. The move is aimed at simplifying one of the country's most widely used statutory payment processes while offering a secure and efficient digital payment experience. The…

20 Jul

Kerakoll India bags top honour at PS Excellence Awards 2026

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Kerakoll India Pvt. Ltd. has secured the first position in the Adhesive category at the PS Excellence Awards 2026, an honour conferred by PS Group, West Bengal's largest real estate developer, recognising the company's performance, technical expertise and reliability in the adhesive and grout segment. The award recognises supply partners that maintain high standards of product quality, technical support and commercial reliability across PS Group's residential and commercial projects. Kerakoll said the recognition reflects the strength of its end-to-end offerings, including adhesive and grout solutions, responsive technical assistance, dependable logistics and commercial operations. According to the company, its H40 Gel…

20 Jul

SBI Funds Management Shares Command Strong 18% Grey Market Premium Ahead of Official Tuesday Market Debut

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Investor enthusiasm remains highly elevated for India’s largest asset management company, SBI Funds Management Limited, as its shares prepare to officially debut on the BSE and NSE on Tuesday, July 21. Market data indicates that the company’s unlisted shares are maintaining a robust grey market premium (GMP) of approximately 18% over the upper issue price of ₹574. This strong secondary market momentum suggests a projected opening price of roughly ₹678 per share, offering successful allottees an immediate listing-day pop. The firm, a joint venture between the State Bank of India and global asset manager Amundi, has already finalized its allotment…

20 Jul

Johnson’s® Baby launches Milk & Rice range with new ‘PoshanKaPehlaSparsh’ campaign

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Johnson’s® Baby has launched its new Milk & Rice skincare range for babies, accompanied by the 'PoshanKaPehlaSparsh' campaign inspired by the traditional Indian Annaprashan, or Mukhe Bhaat, ceremony. The campaign reimagines the cultural milestone by introducing the concept of a 'Food for Skin Ritual', highlighting nourishment for a baby's delicate skin from the very first days of life. The new Johnson’s®️ Baby Milk & Rice Range is formulated with milk proteins, rice bran protein, Vitamin E, glycerin and a multivitamin complex to nourish and help protect a newborn's delicate skin barrier while providing long-lasting moisturisation. The range comprises a Soap,…

20 Jul

HCMCT Manipal Hospital launches special cancer OPD in Guwahati

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HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, has launched a Special Oncology Outpatient Department (OPD) in Guwahati to improve access to specialist cancer consultations amid the rising cancer burden in India. The initiative aims to help patients receive timely expert advice closer to home, reducing the need to travel for advanced oncology consultations and treatment.The specialised OPD will operate every second Sunday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at UHS, Vista Super Specialty Clinic in Lachit Nagar, Guwahati. Consultations will be provided by Dr. Bikram Kumar Deka, Consultant – Surgical Oncology at HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka. The launch comes as cancer cases continue…