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06 Jan

Ghadi Detergent promotes ‘Mask On’

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Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, aiming to encourage health and safety, RSPL Group, manufacturers and marketers of Ghadi – India’s no. 1 detergent powder – unveiled its all-new #BachaavMeinHiSamajhdaariHai campaign. Ghadi detergent is India’s first brand to create awareness through its packaging. India’s first awareness initiative via packaging aims to reach more than 10-crore Indian households. They will be reminded of always wearing a face mask and to be more responsible and committed to public safety. The awareness initiative will be showcased on the Ghadi detergent packet wherein the actual logo is covered with a printed mask. In addition to the…

06 Jan

Glenmark launches Remogliflozin + Vildagliptin

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A fixed-dose combination (FDC) of Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter Inhibitor (SGLT2i) - Remogliflozin Etabonate and Vildagliptin has been launched by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited in India. The fixed drug combination is indicated for the management of Type 2 diabetes. The combination will contain Remogliflozin (100 mg) + Vildagliptin (50 mg) in a fixed-dose and must be taken twice daily. Glenmark has launched the same under two brand names Remo V and Remozen V. In the world, Glenmark is the first company to launch Remogliflozin + Vildagliptin fixed dose combination and India is the first country to get access to this FDC drug. Glenmark…

04 Jan

Glenmark and Menarini’s agreement for Ryaltris Nasal Spray

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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited’s (Glenmark) Swiss subsidiary, Glenmark Specialty S.A., has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Menarini Group (Menarini) for commercializing its innovative nasal spray Ryaltris across 33 countries in Europe, including the Balkan region. Ryaltris, developed by Glenmark, is a novel fixed-dose combination nasal spray of anti-histamine and asteroid, indicated for the treatment of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis (SAR) in patients over 12 years of age. Under the terms of the agreement, Glenmark will be responsible for the continued development and regulatory approval of Ryaltris in these markets. Menarini will be responsible for the scientific information…

04 Jan

Abishek Agarwal wins TCS IT Wiz championship

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The winners of National Finals of TCS IT Wiz 2020 (India’s biggest inter-school IT quiz competition) have been announced by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS). Abishek Agarwal from GD Goenka Public School, Siliguri bagged the TCS IT Wiz Championship title. He was awarded a trophy along with a gold medal, winner’s certificate and a gift voucher worth Rs 30,000. Rithin Nagaraj from Little Flower Public School, Bengaluru, the runner-up of the National Finals, received an e-voucher worth Rs 20,000 along with a silver medal and trophy. The 22nd edition of TCS IT Wiz witnessed participation from over 9,900 students of class…

04 Jan

OYO releases OYO’s Annual Travelopedia 2020

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OYO Hotels & Homes released its third annual year-end travel index - OYO Travelopedia 2020. According to the index, while 2020 started on a happy note, with January 2020 (pre-Covid) being the most travelled month, April 2020 witnessed most cancellations across the country owing to the government’s precautionary lockdown. With cities unlocking and global restrictions easing gradually, India topped the charts for OYO as the most booked country while Delhi clocked in the most bookings across the world in 2020. Kolkata made it to the top five most visited destinations by business travellers and West Bengal was listed as one…

01 Jan

Asian Granito is expanding export network

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Manufacturer of one of India’s leading tiles brand, Asian Granito India Limited (AGIL) is eyeing exponential growth from exports business in the current fiscal. Company is also expanding its business network in over 120 countries from 100 currently. Further to strengthen international business and boost exports, the company has launched 15,000 sq ft 'AGL Export House' at Morbi. The export house unveils the entire range of tiles, Sanitaryware and Bathware range including 3000 plus products. Asian Granito is the largest exporter among organised players from India. For the six months ended September 2020, the company reported exports of Rs. 83.2…

30 Dec

Indian cabinet approves export of Akash missile

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The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday gave its go-ahead to the sale of Akash surface-to-air missile systems to friendly foreign countries and created a high-powered panel for swifter approval to export of military hardware at a time India has set a target of clocking defence exports worth $5 billion by 2024, officials said. The Akash missile systems have over 96 per cent indigenous components and the weapon can hit targets at a range of 25 km. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the export version of Akash missiles would be different from the system currently deployed…

30 Dec

Piaggio launches Aprilia SXR 160 in India

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Piaggio India announced the launch of Aprilia SXR 160. The much-awaited premium scooter will be available at a price of Rs 1,25,997 and can be booked for an initial amount of Rs 5000 across all dealerships in India and through e-commerce website (https://apriliaindia.com/). Aprilia SXR 160 is equipped with a single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled, 3 valve fuel injection clean emission engine technology. It offers bigger, longer, comfortable and ergonomic seats. The sharp body lines, geometric contours and high craftsmanship reflect the dynamic premium appeal of SXR 160. The scooter comes with a fuel tank capacity of 7L. SXR 160 has a…

30 Dec

Grand finale of The Style Icon 2020

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The grand finale of The Style Icon 2020, a project by SR Modelling Studio, co-powered by Emporium Marketing Pvt Ltd has successfully performed at Sawasstika Eco Park Resort. The Style Icon 2k20 is the most prestigious show in Bengal. The Director of the show is Mr Samrat Rajput, Co-director Miss Reshmi Deokota and the project head is Mr Mithun Saha. The show was based on the theme ‘saving the plants and trees for a better tomorrow’. After a tough journey, among 100 plus participants, Top 52 were able to run for the grand finale of The Style Icon 2k20. The…

29 Dec

Guaranteed Pension Plan from ICICI Pru Life

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An innovative retirement plan, ‘ICICI Pru Guaranteed Pension Plan’ has been launched by ICICI Prudential Life Insurance. It offers guaranteed life-long income to lead a financially independent retired life. A non-linked non-participating individual annuity product, it provides customers with the flexibility to choose between Immediate and Deferred Annuity. The Immediate Annuity option enables customers to start receiving regular income immediately by paying a one-time premium. On the other hand, the Deferred Annuity option gives customers the flexibility to start receiving the income at any point later, for instance, closer to their retirement. In ‘ICICI Pru Guaranteed Pension Plan’, customers have…