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05 Sep

National Nutrition Month with focus on almonds for daily health

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As National Nutrition Month kicks off under the theme “Food Connects Us Together,” health experts are urging citizens to prioritize daily nutrition, emphasizing nutrient-dense foods like almonds, fruits, and whole grains. California almonds, rich in 15 essential nutrients including vitamin E, magnesium, zinc, and iron, are highlighted as an easy way to fuel mornings and support overall health. The Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN) recommends daily nut consumption, citing benefits for heart health, weight management, and blood sugar control. Bollywood actress Soha Ali Khan, a fitness advocate, shared her habit of starting the day with almonds,…

05 Sep

VLCC launches ‘The Great Indian Beauty Festival 2025’ with up to 50% off nationwide

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VLCC, one of India’s leading beauty and wellness brands, has announced the launch of The Great Indian Beauty Festival 2025, billed as the country’s largest beauty celebration of the year. The month-long festival, running from September 1 to 30 across 219+ VLCC clinics, promises customers up to 50% discounts on a wide range of advanced skin and body solutions. The festival highlights festive glow facials, anti-ageing treatments, pigmentation correction, painless laser hair reduction, infusion therapies, and full makeover packages. Over 250 doctors from VLCC’s network will also provide free consultations and skin-health checks. Among the innovations introduced are the globally…

04 Sep

Coriander futures prices upgrade on demand

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New Delhi: Coriander prices on Thursday rose by Rs 178 to Rs 7,708 per quintal in futures trade as speculators increased their positions following a firm trend in the spot market. At the NCDEX, coriander contracts for October delivery rose by Rs 178, or 2.31 per cent, to Rs 7,708 per quintal with a turnover of 11,600 lots. Market analysts said coriander prices rose on a firm trend in the spot market and restricted supplies from producing regions.

04 Sep

JSW Group, Assam government to build world-class museum in Guwahati for Vrindavani Vastra

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The JSW Group has joined hands with the Government of Assam to establish a world-class heritage museum in Guwahati, which will house the 17th-century devotional textile, the Vrindavani Vastra. Considered a cultural treasure created under the guidance of Srimanta Sankardev, the textile is currently preserved at the British Museum in London. The British Museum has agreed to loan the Vrindavani Vastra to Assam for public display during 2026–27, where it will remain for 18 months. The Government of Assam has allotted land at Khanapara’s Sericulture Farm for the project, which will be fully funded by JSW Group. The museum will…

04 Sep

Bandhan Mutual Fund launches India’s First Sector Leaders Index Fund

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Bandhan Mutual Fund has unveiled the Bandhan BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund, marking India’s first index fund designed to provide investors exclusive access to sector leaders across the economy. The open-ended scheme will track the BSE India Sector Leaders Index, which identifies the top three companies by market capitalization from each of the 21 sectors within the BSE 500 Index. The New Fund Offer (NFO) opens on September 3, 2025, and closes on September 17, 2025, with investments accessible through licensed mutual fund distributors, financial advisors, online platforms, or directly via the Bandhan AMC website. Vishal Kapoor, CEO of…

04 Sep

Tata Power launches EZ Home Automation Solutions in Siliguri to drive smart and sustainable living

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Tata Power, one of India’s largest integrated power companies, has announced the launch of its EZ Home automation solutions in Siliguri, strengthening Bengal’s move towards modern, sustainable living. With this expansion, Tata Power brings its flagship smart home technology to North Bengal, enabling households across Siliguri, Darjeeling and other cities to embrace energy efficiency, convenience, and safety. The EZ Home range allows residents to control, schedule, and monitor appliances, such as lights, fans, curtains, and heavy-load devices like ACs and geysers, through a mobile app or voice assistants like Google Home and Alexa. Designed to suit both urban apartments and traditional homes…

04 Sep

The Green School International Receives Prestigious Award for Excellence in Holistic Development

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The Green School International, founded in 2018 and nestled in the serene green hills near Guwahati, proudly announces that the school has been honoured with the "Excellence in Holistic Development" award at the Economic Times Industry Leaders North East 2025. Jagjeet Sinha -Trustee Operation, Mousumi Ganguly - Principal and N Sweety Singh- Head Mistress addressed the media in the press meet This prestigious recognition celebrates the school’s unwavering commitment to nurturing young minds through a holistic approach that emphasizes academic excellence, physical vitality, creative expression, and, most importantly, the happiness of every child. The award was received by Sanjay Jha Managing Trustee and Jagajeet Sinha Trustee Operations of The Green School International in the presence of distinguished leaders, educators, and changemakers from across the…

04 Sep

Medanta expands footprint with 550-bed super specialty hospital in Noida

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Global Health Limited, popularly known as Medanta, has strengthened its presence in the National Capital Region (NCR) with the launch of a 550-bed super specialty hospital in Noida. The facility, located in Sector 50 with metro connectivity, opened operations today with 300 functional beds, including over 100 ICU beds and five advanced operating theatres. Equipped with cutting-edge technology such as the Da Vinci Xi Surgical Robot, Artis Icono AI-driven Biplane Cath Lab, 3 Tesla MRI, and 256-Slice Dual Source CT, the hospital will provide tertiary and quaternary care across more than 20 super specialties, including cardiology, oncology, neurosciences, gastroenterology, orthopaedics,…

03 Sep

Guarseed futures prices upgrade on spot demand

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New Delhi: Guarseed prices rose by Rs 8 to Rs 5,203 per quintal in futures trade on Wednesday as speculators increased their bets amid a firm trend in the spot market. On the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX), the price of guarseed contract for October delivery rose by Rs 8, or 0.15 per cent, to Rs 5,203 per quintal in a business turnover of 46,225 lots. According to market sources, guarseed prices rose due to speculators increasing their bets, a firm trend in the spot market and lower supplies from producing regions.

03 Sep

KOLKATAWOOD 2025 to unlock furniture &mattress market potential in Eastern India

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KOLKATAWOOD 2025, Eastern India’s first large-scale exhibition for woodworking, furniture, and mattress manufacturing, will be held from September 12–14, 2025 at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, Kolkata. Organised by Nuernberg Messe India, the event extends the INDIAWOOD legacy, aiming to bring global innovation closer to Eastern India’s emerging growth hubs. The exhibition will feature 150+ leading brands, showcasing the latest machinery, materials, and solutions. It will also include live demonstrations, B2B matchmaking, and skilling sessions, designed to connect industry players and fuel sectoral growth. According to Sonia Prashar, MD & Chairperson of Nuernberg Messe India, “Eastern India is no longer a…