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04 Jun

Amazon expands Packaging-Free Shipping.

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Amazon India announced that it has achieved an integral milestone towardsminimizing packaging waste across its supply chain by expanding its Packaging-Free Shipping (PFS) to over a 100 cities in the country. PFS is a sustainable packaging solution in which customer orders are shipped in their original packaging without any additional packaging, or significantly reduced packaging. Amazon had first launched PFS in India in June 2019 in 9 cities. With this expansion of PFS, more than 40% of Amazon customer orders shipped from Amazon India’s Fulfilment centers are now packaging-free or have significantly reduced packaging. Products that are shipped packaging-free include…

03 Jun

ASUS elevates the Gaming Experience.

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Underlining its vision to deliver the ultimate gaming experience, tech giant ASUS has launched an all-new range of TUF gaming laptops and ROG desktops for Indian users. The brand has rolled out two models: A15 and A17, under the TUF series, featuring the new 7 nanometer AMD Ryzen 4000 Series Mobile Processors. A15 has a Bonfire Black (FA506) and a Fortress Gray (FA566) version, whereas A17 (FA706) will be available in Fortress Gray version. ROG desktops, on the other hand, include two models: GA15 and GA35, powered by AMD Ryzen 9 3950X Desktop Processor. Commenting on the launch, Arnold Su,…

02 Jun

Amphan: ICICI Bank donates Rs. 4-cr.

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In its efforts to provide relief and assistance in the areas affected by cycloneAmphan, ICICI Bank announced that it has committed Rs. 4-crore to aid the West Bengal government. The Bank has contributed Rs 3-crore to the West Bengal State Disaster Management Authority and committed to distribute essential food supplies worth Rs. 1-crore in the districts impacted by the cyclone. These districts are North 24 Parganas, South 24 Parganas, Purba Medinipur, Hooghly and Howrah. West Bengal chief secretary, Rajiva Sinha accepted the cheque from senior officials of ICICI Bank at Nabanna in the presence of H.K. Dwivedi, additional chief secretary…

02 Jun

Datsun launches all-new redi-GO.

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Datsun launched its new redi-GO in India today. The hatchback’s new first- in-class features include L-shape DRLs, sleek headlamps with silver decoration, LED fog lamps, 14” wheels with Pentablade Dual Tone Wheel cover, LED signature tail-lamps, and Door trim with fabric. The new redi-GO is equipped with a host of best-in-class features such as an 8” touchscreen advanced infotainment system with voice recognition, compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The car is equipped with safety features including a strong crash-resistant body structure, Rear Seat belt with Retractive function, dual airbags and a rearview camera with Projection guide. The new…

01 Jun

AirAsia to give doctors 50,000 seats on its flights.

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New Delhi/ Mumbai/ Bagdogra/ Imphal/ Agartala, June 1: AirAsia India announced a special initiative, the 'AirAsia RedPass', acknowledging the contribution made by doctors in handling the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of this initiative to pay a tribute to doctors, AirAsia India will give away 50,000 free seats on flights across its domestic sectors to doctors as a gesture of gratitude for their commendable efforts in support of the nation. Doctors can submit their contact details and desired sector and date of travel between 1 July to 30 September with their registration number or ID as proof on https://air.asia/GCs2R. Applications are…

01 Jun

CoronaVirus Outbreak : Setback to Business Could be Serious , Infosys.

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Infosys said Covid-19 led slowdown has resulted in termination of projects and may hit the company’s profitability going forward. The Bengaluru-headquartered IT services exporter has highlighted the pandemic could be a major risk going forward as key clients across the US, Europe and other prominent markets may cut costs due to prolonged economic impact. The economic slowdown or other factors affecting the economic health of the U.S., the U.K., the EU and Australia are expected to cast a gloom on the financials of the Indian IT services giant. Infosys, on account of its revenues being concentrated in a few geographies,…

31 May

Glenmark’s Candid dusting powder.

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With an aim to support the police authorities working on the front lines of the COVID-19 outbreak, Glenmark Foundation (CSR arm of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals) has partnered with NGO RISE Infinity Foundation to distribute Candid dusting powder samples and alleviate common skin conditions. They will reach out to more than 50,000 law enforcement personnel across 12 cities in the country including Guwahati. As part of this partnership, Glenmark will provide the powder products for each city, while RISE Infinity Foundation will coordinate the delivery through their network of Partners, local NGOs and volunteers. Candid Dusting Powder reduces the chances of fungal…

28 May

B Natural+ Orange & Mixed Fruit at Rs 130.

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ITC’s B Natural and Amway India have collaborated to launch the first of its kind B Natural+ range for the Indian consumer. B Natural Juices & beverages which believes in providing fruit nourishment to its consumers, intends to provide the dual benefit of Immunity + Fruit & Fiber to them with the launch of the B Natural+ range. The promise of supporting immunity is delivered by a unique clinically proven ingredient, which has been developed by ITC’s Life Sciences & Technology Centre (LSTC). During these trying times, Immunity has emerged as a key focus area. This Clinically proven Ingredient was…

28 May

Fake news about Bandhan Bank loan waiver.

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Kolkata: Releasing a statement, Bandhan Bank alleged that a few news items and videos have been posted in social media on so-called waiver of loans extended by the bank to its customers. These are absolutely baseless. Moratorium and total waiver of installments againstloans are different. In the statement, Bandhan Bank mentioned government instructions over the issue and said, they may change the date of collection of installments against loans but the rate of interest will be there during the unpaid period as it was and that will be added to the capital loan amount. Meanwhile, Bandhan Bank announced moratorium on…

25 May

#WelcomeToTheWorld campaign by Pampers.

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Pampers, a leading diapers brand, released a film to #WelcomeToTheWorld newborns. This film hopes to spread a ray of reassurance that babies are being born into a world that is filled with love, courage, and unity.Pampers deeply understands the shifting realities of new parenthood in this unprecedented time. Building on the insight that no matter the uncertainty that surrounds her, a mother is engulfed with hope and a deep sense of positivity when she holds her baby for the very first time, the film shares a mother’s wish for her child during this time of uncertainty. The film is a…