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03 Jun

Solar Direct Drive Vaccine Refrigerators in Meghalaya

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaLuxembourg, meghalaya

Luxembourg-based medical cold chain solutions provider B Medical Systems has announced the installation of Solar Direct Drive Vaccine Refrigerators at the Public Health Centres and Sub Centres in Meghalaya. The Hon. Ambassador of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to India, Ms Peggy Frantzen visited the Mawlynrei centre to commission the device. She presented the first made in India vaccine carrier to the PHC Sub Centre. The event was attended by many dignitaries. These are manufactured by B Medical Systems are powered by solar energy and ensure the safe storage of vaccines even in locations with unreliable electricity. The company is…

03 Jun

Tata AIA Life launches Smart Value Income Plan

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaSmart Value Income Plan, Tata AIA

One of India’s leading life insurers Tata AIA Life Insurance Co Ltd announced the launch of Tata AIA Life Insurance Smart Value Income Plan, a non-linked, participating life insurance savings plan. It provides regular and consistent income options and attractive maturity benefits, enabling consumers to secure their financial future. It has some unique features like a Cash bonus from Month 1 – Consumers can choose to receive cash bonuses from the first month of policy purchase and continue to accrue bonuses, even if they are unable to pay premiums. Premium Offset feature – A policyholder who has chosen a regular…

02 Jun

Bookings open for Chetak Electric scooter in Kolkata

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBajaj, Chetak Electric, kolkata

The world’s most valuable two-wheeler company Bajaj Auto has opened bookings for the Chetak Electric scooter in Kolkata. The company has facilitated exclusive online booking on payment of only Rs. 2000. Bajaj Auto had previously opened booking slots for its electric scooter in multiple cities; more than 12000 scooters are on Indian roads. The Chetak is now available in more than 25 cities around India. It has exciting features such as being fully chargeable in 5 hours and having a quick charge of 25% in 60 mins. After fully charged, it runs for 90 km in Eco Mode. It comes…

02 Jun

HMSI conducts National Road Safety Awareness Campaign

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaHonda Motorcycle, Safety Awareness Campaign

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India’s (HMSI) National Road Safety Awareness Campaign reaches Bongaigaon in Assam. The two-day camp (27-28 May, 2022) at the Abhayapuri College in Bongaigaon witnessed spirited participation from over 2,000 college students and staff members for safe riding practices. HMSI’s road safety instructors utilized the age-appropriate road safety learning programs to enhance the retention of road safety awareness among all. It made learning fun through the Scientifically Devised Learning Module - Honda’s skilled instructors set the foundation with theory sessions on road signs & markings, driver’s duties on road, riding gear & posture explanation, and safe riding…

02 Jun

Glenmark concludes Hypertension Awareness Month

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaGlenmark, hypertension

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited (Glenmark) marked May as the Hypertension Awareness Month. Glenmark partnered with more 18,000 healthcare professionals (HCPs) from more than 8000 hospitals and clinics in 50 cities across the country and organized more than 110 public awareness rallies and 8000 screening camps to create mass awareness around Hypertension (High Blood Pressure). The rallies comprised a detailed session by an HCP on the signs, symptoms as well as preventive measures around Hypertension; and were followed by screening camps for the general public. Through this initiative, the company was able to spread awareness amongst more than 2 lakh adults. Being…

02 Jun

Prime Minister dedicates Nano Urea Plant to the Nation

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBollywood, India, North EastINDIA, Nano Urea Plant, Prime Minister Modi

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the World’s first Nano Urea Liquid plant by IFFCO at Kalol in Gujarat in an effort to provide farmers the means to boost productivity and help increase their income. It is a giant step toward Atmanirbhar Bharat & Atmanirbhar Krishi. PM dedicated the Ultramodern Nano Urea Liquid Fertilizer plant to the service of the Nation at a ceremony held at Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Shri Amit Shah, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendra Patel and Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Chemicals and Fertilizers Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya were…

02 Jun

Vodafone Idea Foundation expands SmartAgri project

Business Correspondent0 CommentsAssam, Business, IndiaSmartAgri, Vodafone Idea

Vodafone Idea Foundation is expanding its transformational ‘SmartAgri’ project in the agri-heartlands of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam, and Telangana. Launched in 2020, the project brings together advanced technology interventions to help farmers improve their livelihood and adopt sustainable farming methods. With the use of the Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, and real-time technology solutions, SmartAgri provides farmers with information on critical elements to farming - like soil and air quality, wind, presence of insects and pests and crop growth. Farmers also receive real-time and localized advisories on critical Agri inputs for their crops and agricultural news on markets, government policies…

02 Jun

3 soldiers injured in blast at Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian

editor0 CommentsIndiajammu and kashmir, Shopian

Three soldiers were injured in a blast that took place in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian. According to the police, the blast took place in a private vehicle after which the injured soldiers were hospitalised. The nature and source of the blast have not been ascertained yet and are under investigation. On Wednesday a civilian was injured after being shot at by terrorists in Shopian. Police further said that the civilian was injured in his and his condition is stated to be stable. “The terrorist fired upon one civilian Farooq Ahmad Sheikh in Children, Keegan area of Shopian. He got an injury in his…

31 May

Truke launches its premium and bespoke F1 Earbuds

Business Correspondent0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaF1 Earbuds, Truke’s F1 Earbuds

One of India’s fastest-growing audio brands crafting high-quality wireless stereos, wireless headphones, earphones and bespoke acoustic equipment for sound professionals and music enthusiasts Truke has launched its much anticipated F1 earbuds at INR 1299. Customers can lay their hands on these earbuds at a special launch day price of INR 899. The launch is perfectly aligned with Truke’s ambition to emerge as the leading brand across the soundware and sonic accessories space with its best-in-class product offerings that combine the best of power, performance and affordability. The earbuds come with a Cobble Case Design with Hidden Digital Battery Display that…

31 May

Statement from Vodafone Idea for the Flood affected Residents of Assam

Business Correspondent0 CommentsAssam, IndiaINDIA, Statement, Vodafone Idea

The floods in Assam have affected lakhs of people across several districts. Resultant power outages have led to disruption of voice and internet services in some parts. While a significant part of these has been restored, the situation in Cachar, Darrang, Dibrugarh, Dima Hasao, Hojai, Lakhimpur, and Udalguri, remains challenging. With most of the shops closed, customers are finding it difficult to undertake recharges. Sukanta Das, Cluster Business Head – East, Vodafone Idea, said “We stand strong with our customers during this time of distress. The Vi teams on the ground are working ceaselessly with local authorities to help restore…