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05 Apr

Icra forecasts surge in auto sales by 22-25 per cent

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Credit rating agency Icra has forecast a high 22-25 per cent growth for the auto industry in the next fiscal against a contraction in the last fiscal, though the resurgence of the pandemic may prove to be a hurdle. The growth will be propelled not only by a low base in the first quarter of last year but also by an expected pick-up in economic activity, improved consumer sentiment and a resilient rural economy which has been less impacted by the pandemic. Icra said the shift towards personal mobility from public transport during the pandemic will help the sector, with…

05 Apr

Better connectivity with neighboring countries will contribute to economic development of Northeast: Foreign Secretary Harshvardhan Shringla

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On the second day of his visit of Sikkim, Foreign secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla addressing the students of the Sikkim University said that better connectivity and development of infrastructure with neighboring countries will contribute to the economic development of the Northeast. This will create investment, trade and employment opportunities. At present, increased connectivity is a major part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Neighborhood First and Act East policy. On Saturday Harsh Vardhan Shringla spoke on the topic "Region of North East at the core of India's foreign policy", a program organized by the Ministry of External Affairs and the International…

03 Apr

Safety on WhatsApp

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While there is no single action that can resolve the complex challenges contributing to misinformation, WhatsApp is committed to doing its part to ensure that users stay safe on the platform. It is important for users to empower themselves and exercise control to steer clear from any misinformation that they might come across. WhatsApp issued some tips for its users to ensure that they take control of their safety on WhatsApp. These are: Forwarded labels, Group Privacy Settings, Block users, Report Spam, Fact-Checking Network and Two-Step Verification. To resist misinformation, WhatsApp requested its users to follow these tips.

02 Apr

OYO will covervaccination costs of employees

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OYO Hotels & Homeswill cover vaccination costs for its all employees in India and their families. They will benefit from this as they can choose to get the vaccination done at any centre convenient to them and the costs would be reimbursed in full by OYO. Additionally, the company has also enhanced the insurance benefit of employees to include a COVID-19 home care cover. Aiming to build a healthierand productive workforce, OYO has been revising and adding new employees’ policies year-on-year. The company was one of the first Indian start-ups to announce a 5-day work week. It is now offering…

01 Apr

Sikkim visit by Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla

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Foreign Secretary Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla has been invited by the Sikkim University to take part in the Fourth Global Lecture. Now, he is on a two-day visit to Sikkim. His topic of address is on ‘Locating Northeast Region in India’s Foreign Policy’. The event is being organized by the Department of International Relations of the Sikkim University in association with the Ministry of External Affairs. Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla’s current visit to Sikkim will provide an opportunity to witness the state's economic progress while discussing various programmes and initiatives of the Ministry of External Affairs with the leadership and…

01 Apr

Nissan achieves wholesale of 4012 vehicles in March

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After the newly launched all-new Nissan Magnite and its existing product offerings, Nissan India has had an all-model wholesale of a total of 4012 vehicles in March 2021. The ‘Carismatic’ all-new Nissan Magnite was launched on 2December 2020, alongside which Nissan India strengthened its customer-centric services. It is in line with the Nissan NEXT strategy to prioritize and invest in the Indian market for sustainable growth. The all-new Nissan Magnite is currently available for bookings across all Nissan India dealerships and on its website, https://book.nissan.in/, at continued special introductory prices on most of the variants. It is available in 20…

01 Apr

Tata Crucible Campus Quiz 2021

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In the Cluster 24 Finals of Tata Crucible Campus Quiz 2021 (the maiden online edition of India’s largest business quiz for campuses), Akash Verma from IIM Shillong, emerged victorious. He took home a cash prize of Rs.35, 000and will now compete in the Zonal Finals to qualify for the National Finals. Noted quizmaster ‘Pickbrain’ Giri Balasubramaniam known for his masterful, unique, and witty style is the host of the quiz. Utkarsh Singh from Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Shillong, was declared runner-up, winning a cash price of Rs.18, 000.The Cluster 24 Finals representing the Meghalaya, Tripura, Manipur and Mizoram region…

01 Apr

Madame strengthens NE market penetration

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Madame, one among India’s leading fashion brands recognized for its western wear collection announces their new retail outlet in Gangtok, Sikkim. Strengthening Madame’s NE market penetration, the new store will offer a curated selection of apparel, shoes, accessories, and handbags for women. The Gangtok store is a part of Madame’s new expansion strategy. The store will feature Madame’s unique collection that is ideal for the season along with collections that focus on a playful yet relaxing holiday mood. To serve fashion conscious women with current international trends on the runway, Madame celebrated the grand opening of its store located at…

01 Apr

Nissan India and ExxonMobil join hands

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ExxonMobil Lubricants Pvt. Ltd. has signed an agreement with Nissan Motor India to supply lubricants for the passenger vehicles (PV) aftermarket business.Commencing in April 2021, ExxonMobil will supply an extensive range of engine oils to Nissan India that is suitable for India’s BS-VI standards, while remaining compatible with older generation BS-III or BS-IV Nissan passenger vehicles. This partnership provides Nissan car owners access to advanced lubricant technology that meets the latest specifications for optimal performance reliability and potential fuel economy benefits. The all-new range of engine oils – Nissan Genuine Parts Motor Oil SAE 0W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40 – includes…

31 Mar

Smile Train strengthens support

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Health care systems in different stages of the Covid-19 pandemic are addressing the backlog of surgical procedures that were postponed during the initial wave of the pandemic. Smile Train partner hospitals in West Bengal have resumed providing free cleft surgeries to patients born with cleft lip and palate with enhanced COVID-19 safety protocols.Cleft lip and palate, a facial birth anomaly, can be completely cured but it is important that children get treatment at the right age to live a healthy and productive life. This involves surgery and other related ancillary care. Delayed treatment can lead to speech and hearing problems,…