Business - The Purbottar

01 Mar

RLG Clean to Green campaign in Imphal

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Reverse Logistics Group (RLG), a leading global service provider of comprehensive reverse logistics solutions launched its flagship campaign ‘Clean to Green’ in May 2020 and will be running till March 2021. The campaign aimed at creating awareness and sensitizing consumers on responsible disposal of electronics and safe practices for recycling by partnering with responsible organizations. RLG’s Clean to Green campaign saw great success over the last 3 years; reached people in 25 states & 6 UT’s, outreaching stakeholders in the sphere of Schools, College, RWA’s, Office Clusters, Retailers, Bulk Consumers and Informal Sector. A total of 2,210 activities were conducted…

01 Mar

Ready-to-move-in homes continue to boost sales in 2020

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In the total housing sales in the primary market, the share of ready-to-move-in (RTMI) homes rose to 21 per cent in 2020, from 18 percent in the previous year. According to a report by PropTiger.com, homebuyers preferred completed apartments to avoid the risks attached with under-construction properties. In the 'Real Insight Residential-Annual round-up-2020', PropTiger said that a total of 1,82,640 units were sold in 2020, of which 21 percent were in the RTMI category and 79 per cent were under-construction. The survey was undertaken by PropTiger Research. Views of more than three thousand potential homebuyers were taken during each period. …

27 Feb

Motorola launches moto e7 power

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Motorola launched the latest member of their popular e-series - the moto e7 power, in India. moto e7 power is a 100% made in India device. The new moto e7 power comes with a massive 5000 mAh battery that can go up to two days on just a single charge. It comes with superior 4GB / 2GB LPDDR4X RAM and a MediaTek Helio G25 Octa-core processor. moto e7 power comes with a 64 GB / 32GB built-in storage. It can be further expanded up to 1TB. The 6.5" Max Vision HD+ display features 20:9 aspect ratio with a large screen-to-body…

27 Feb

Interactions with Alexa increased by 67%

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In just three years, Alexa has grown to be the most loved voice service. And now, Amazon India announced the 3rd anniversary of Alexa in India. Puneesh Kumar, Country Leader for Alexa, Amazon India said, "Be it the Echo device in the living room, 100+ Alexa built-in devices or your favorite smartphone, it is heart-warming to see users across the length and breadth of the country across age groups find value and adopt Alexa in their daily lives.” Customers spoke with Alexa throughout the day, from playing music, managing to-do lists, setting alarms, telling kids’ stories, controlling smart lights and…

27 Feb

AESL enables talented students to avail scholarship

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With more than 215 centres across the country, Aakash Educational Services Limited has launched a unique instant scholarship -- the instant Admission Cum Scholarship Test Exam (iACST). iACST will give students an opportunity to start their journey early post a 60-minute test, enabling them to take the first step towards achieving their goals of becoming doctors and engineers. The specially crafted test enables talented and deserving students from Class 7-11 gain up to 90% scholarship. The test will allow students to take the exam online and provide them with details of the scholarship earned immediately. With iACST, students can even…

27 Feb

Retail and MSME Camp organized by Indian Bank B.S. Road Branch, Coochbehar

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Recently Indian Bank, B.S. Road Branch, Coochbehar had organized MSME & Retail Cluster Camp in the presence of Sri F. R. Bokhari, Zonal Manager of Siliguri Zone. Branch head of Indian Bank, Sri Anil Kumar Prasad had elaborated the importance to MSME financing and various government initiatives to boost the economy after COVID. On the camp, the bank has distributed sanction Letter to 13 beneficiaries of amount Rs. 152 Lacs related to MSME and Retail Loan.

27 Feb

HCCB ramps up renewable & clean energy capacity

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One of India's top FMCG companies, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) has ramped up its renewable & clean energy capacity to meet 50% of its energy requirements. The feat has enabled the company to offset 46,500 tonnes of carbon emission per annum with solar and wind energy and 30,000 tonnes of carbon emission per annum using bio-mass fuel in its boilers. The consolidated impact of using 50% renewable & clean energy by HCCB on the climate is thus equivalent to a reduction in global warming achieved by 35-lac trees per year. The milestone is in sync with the company’s plan to…

27 Feb

Amazon’s MoU for hiring Ex-service Personnel

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By signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Amazon India entered into a partnership with the Directorate General Resettlement (DGR), to provide ex-service personnel with work opportunities across its growing operations network. With this partnership, Amazon India will continue to create fulfilling alternate career opportunities for ex-service personnel who have served the country. The MoU was signed between Liju Thomas, HR Director, Customer Fulfillment & Corporate, Amazon India Operations and Maj Gen MK Sagoch, Director General, DGR. The association Amazon India with DGR will further enable it to mobilise the untapped potential of veterans, giving it access to a greater talent…

26 Feb

Akzo Nobel India launches Dulux Assurance Program

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Dulux Assurance Program has been launched by Akzo Nobel India. This first-of-its-kind program assures perfect colour, finish and coverage else the paint will be replaced. This program is being rolled out across the country on a wide range of Dulux premium interior and exterior product portfolio. The launch of the Dulux Assurance to customers will be supported by new point of sale materials in-store and communications across social and digital channels. Consumers can get in touch with Akzo Nobel via WhatsApp or its website, provide tax invoice, Dulux Assurance Card and photographs of the surface showing the problem areas. Upon validation…

26 Feb

#KeepGirlsInSchool – Whisper’s programme

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India’s leading feminine care brand, Whisper has entered into a partnership with UNESCO in a breakthrough partnership to raise awareness and educate girls on Menstrual Hygiene Management under its flagship programme #KeepGirlsInSchool. In an effort to help young girls achieve their full potential, the movement begins with shedding light on the impact of 2.3-Crore girls dropping out of school - leading to 2.3-Crore unfulfilled dreams - due to lack of period education and protection. Bhumi Pednekar, a strong believer in empowering young girls, continues to be a part of the movement, championing the cause of making menstrual hygiene a priority in India. Last…