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21 Sep

ZEE5 Premium membership for Vi customers

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Vi, the newest telecom brand rolled out an exciting proposition for its prepaid customers that will enable them to enjoy one year of ZEE5 premium membership at no additional cost. The offer is applicable on select data plans starting from Rs 405 and will provide Vi customers access to ZEE5’s premium bespoke content in 12 languages. The annual ZEE5 membership is available with Vi data plans with recharge value of Rs 355, Rs 405, Rs 595, Rs 795 and Rs 2595. Avneesh Khosla, Marketing Director, Vodafone Idea Limited said, “With the new Rs 405 ZEE5 Recharge pack, Vi is to…

21 Sep

64% SMBs believe this period presents a good opportunity

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Small and Medium Business (SMBs) in India are looking to bounce back after facing stiff challenges due to the ongoing pandemic. The HP Asia SMB Report 2020 – a study conducted among SMBs in the region has revealed that over 73% of SMBs in India are confident that they will survive and bounce back post COVID-19. This number is significantly higher than the regional average, which stood at 60%. This confidence is reflected in the fact that almost two-thirds (64%) of respondents from India believe that this period presents a good opportunity to reformulate the business strategy. And half of…

21 Sep

Himalaya’s monsoon skincare for babies

editor0 CommentsBusiness, HealthBABYCARE, HIMALAYA

Monsoon brings humidity and dampness that can lead to certain skin-related issues in babies, such as rashes, itchy scalp, etc. Dr Prathibha Babshet, Ayurveda Expert, R & D, The Himalaya Drug Company, advises parents to follow a monsoon skincare routine for their baby. Recommending parents to use gentle and safe products, Dr Pratibha says, “To ensure skin is moisturized and nourished, follow a proper monsoon head-to-heel skincare routine using safe and gentle products during the season. Choose a gentle baby soap enriched with Olive Oil and Almond Oil. Post bath, gently pats dry, especially the areas with skin folds. Dab…

19 Sep

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour collaborates with Tarun Tahiliani

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The first-ever digital collaboration came up between Blenders Pride Fashion Tour and designer Tarun Tahiliani to celebrate his 25 years in the industry. For years, Blenders Pride Fashion Tour has set the benchmark for the fashion industry in India. Now, the tour, in collaboration with Tarun Tahiliani, celebrated a story of My Identity, My Pride. The evening showcased elements of Pride in his craft and heritage. A theatrical representation of fashion was held in both menswear and women wear, in a larger-than-life custom set designed by Tarun Tahiliani, showcasing his 25-year journey. Ishwindar Singh, GM Marketing, Pernod Ricard India, said,…

19 Sep

Nissan Z Proto looks to the future

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Nissan unveiled the Z Proto, signaling the company’s intent to launch a new generation of the legendary Z sports car. Shown at a virtual event beamed around the world from the Nissan Pavilion in Yokohama, the prototype car features a new design inside and out, as well as a V-6 twin turbocharged engine with a manual transmission. First hinted at in a video named “Nissan A-Z” in May, the Nissan Z Proto pays full respect to 50 years of Z heritage. At the same time, it’s a thoroughly modern sports car. “The Z, as a pure sports car, represents the…

19 Sep

KFC’s Free Zinger Fest

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KFC India adds the much-needed zing with the Free Zinger Fest. Ordering KFC favourites on the KFC App or Website (www.kfc.co.in) for Rs 399 or more, one can enjoy crispy, juicy Zinger completely free. Yes, the very same ‘Original Celebrity Burger’ from the kitchen of the Original Celebrity Chef - Colonel Sanders. Now one can relish this iconic burger free on orders of Rs 399 or more, up to September 30. Made with an extra crispy fillet of KFC’s signature chicken, layered with fresh lettuce & creamy mayo - the Zinger burger is the perfect answer to one’s hunger woes…

19 Sep

Ather 450X to hit the roads from November

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Ather Energy, one of India’s first smart electric two-wheeler makers announced the deliveries of their flagship scooter Ather 450X, one of the quickest scooters in the 125cc category to begin from November. Ather confirmed that by Q1 of 2021 the Ather 450X will be seen on roads across 10 cities including Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Kolkata and Coimbatore. The deliveries will begin in a phased manner beginning with Bengaluru and Chennai first and then the rest of the cities. In order to let people experience the vehicle, Ather will begin test rides starting October across all…

16 Sep

McDowell’s No 1 renovates its brand portfolio

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The country’s largest selling whisky, McDowell’s No1 announced a complete brand renovation. The new approach will incorporate a new logo unit, a better-balanced whisky and a sustainable packaging- the biggest change for the brand since its launch in 1968. The new campaign #TheNewNo1 & #ChangedWithYou pushes all the boundaries with its communications by becoming progressive, inclusive, confident, young and aspirational. The brand will also for the first-time feature women in all its communications - offline & online. The new pack is aimed at modernizing the brand McDowell’s No1. The pack design retains elements that are distinctively McDowell’s including the recognizable…

15 Sep

Flipkart to upskill all new employees with training

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Flipkart is undertaking training programs for its direct hires in various aspects of the supply chain. The training will help impart future-ready skills for the participating workforce. For lakhs of seller partners, MSMEs and artisans etc., who also start preparing for the festive season months in advance, Flipkart provides separate training. Flipkart will help generate over 70,000 direct and lakhs of indirect seasonal jobs for the upcoming festive season and Flipkart's Big Billion Days (BBD). While creating direct job opportunities across Flipkart's supply chain, there will also be additional indirect jobs created at Flipkart's seller partner locations and kiranas. This…

14 Sep

Maruti Suzuki Eeco celebrates completion of 10 years

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Eeco, Maruti Suzuki’s iconic versatile van, celebrates completion of 10 glorious years. Owing to its practical and spacious design, along with powerful performance, Maruti Suzuki Eeco has dominated the country’s Van segment for over a decade. With a successful run for over a decade, the versatile van has crossed 7-lakh unit cumulative sales and enjoys an undisputed leadership with 90% market share in the van segment. Eeco has earned the distinction of being ideal for family travel, while simultaneously being a dependable business vehicle. The multipurpose van has established a strong foothold with its excellent mileage, best-in-segment comfort, space, power…