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19 Nov

The ŠKODA SLAVIA: Second ŠKODA model in the INDIA 2.0

editor0 CommentsNorth EastŠKODA

The SLAVIA marks the start of ŠKODA AUTO’s next stage in the INDIA 2.0 project. Following the successful launch of the midsize SUVKUSHAQ, the brand-new sedan is the Czech carmaker’s second India-specific model. The SLAVIA’s manufacturing process has a localization level of up to 95%. Sedan is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform – an MQB variant specially adapted by ŠKODA AUTO for India – it offers a comprehensive range of safety features and advanced infotainment systems. The power output of the TSI engines available for the SLAVIA is 85 kW (115 PS)* and 110 kW (150 PS)* respectively, and just…

15 Nov

Schaeffler India inaugurates Bearings Refurbishing Center in Jamshedpur

editor0 CommentsNorth EastJamshedpur, Schaeffler India

Leading industrial and automotive supplier, Schaeffler India Limited (BSE: 505790, NSE: SCHAEFFLER) has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Large Size Bearing (LSB) Refurbishment Center in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Strategically located in Eastern part of country, this facility is in partnership with Premier Bearings India Ltd., a leading authorized distribution partner for Schaeffler India.With this center, the company has enhanced its service offerings and proximity to customers to repair bearings used in continuous operating process industries such as mining, metal & minerals, pulp & paper, railways, power sector and many more. Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Harsha Kadam, MD & CEO, Schaeffler India, said:…

15 Nov

Prayag ropes in Ajay Devgn as brand ambassador

editor0 CommentsNorth EastAjay Devgn, Prayag ropes

Prayag has roped in Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn as brand ambassador for its entire range of products. Prayag is known for its elite collection of top-of-the-line faucets and sanitary ware products. The association with Ajay Devgn will further enhance the reach of brand Prayag through digital and traditional media campaigns. The company has also announced the launch of its new campaign ‘Prayag Quality Bemisal - Likh Ke Le Lo‘ featuring Ajay Devgn. The megastar has been ruling hearts of Indians with his versatile personality matching the highly popular product-line of Prayag. Commenting on this announcement Mr. Nitin Aggarwal, CEO, Prayag…

12 Nov

Maruti Suzuki launches All-New Celerio

editor0 CommentsNorth EastCelerio, Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has announced the launch of its much-awaited All-New Celerio. The company claims the New Celerio to be India’s most fuel-efficient petrol car which offers a stellar mileage of 26.68km/l. The car is powered by next-generation Dual Jet, Dual VVT K-Series engine with Idle Start-Stop technology which offers a spirited drive experience. The car is also equipped with new-age design, enhanced road presence, host of safety, and smart features. With segment-first features like IdleStart-Stop, the All-New Celerio makes a step forward towards sustainability byreducing CO2 emissions by up to 19% across variants. The engine offers a…

12 Nov

Mars Wrigley’s legacy GALAXY chocolate brand now made in India

editor0 CommentsNorth EastGALAXY chocolate, Mars Wrigley’s

Mars Wrigley, the world’s leading manufacturer of chocolate, chewing gum, mints and fruity confections with iconic products like M&M’S®, SNICKERS®, ORBIT®, and SKITTLES® announces the ‘made in India, for India’ journey for one of its most loved global icon ic brands, GALAXY®. With this launch, GALAXY®’ becomes the second legacy chocolate brand from Mars Wrigley’s portfolio to be locally produced in India, at its chocolate factory in Khed, Pune. SNICKERS®was the first brand to be made in India. The new GALAXY® will be available across traditional and modern retail outlets across the country. Kalpesh R Parmar, General Manager, Mars Wrigley,…

10 Nov

Lava launches its first 5G super smartphone- AGNI

editor0 CommentsNorth East5G smartphone- AGNI, Lava

Lava International Limited, has launched the first Indian 5G smartphone- AGNI. This super smartphone is powered by Mediatek’s latest chipset- Dimensity 810. This power packed chipset, running cores with maximum clock speed of 2.4 GHz, provides lightning fast speed to perform tasks and supports multiple applications and games simultaneously. Lava AGNI 5G comes with 8GB RAM (uMCP) for a high end & lag free user experience and 128 GB ROM based on the latest Universal Flash Storage (UFS) standard to store your important documents & pictures. The Lava AGNI 5G has 16MP front camera, 64MP primary camera, along with a…

08 Nov

COVID: 19 -Bengal has 723 new cases, 774 recoveries, and 11 deaths

editor0 CommentsNorth East

Bengal reported 723 new Covid-19 infections on Sunday, 774 recoveries, and 11 deaths, resulting in a total of active cases to 7,967. There has been a net increase of 293 active cases, from 7,674, in the last 43 days, when Bengal snapped out of a 97-day decline in active cases or a number of Covid patients receiving treatment. New Covid-19 instances disclosed on Saturday, according to a minister, identified people who were infected between October 29 and November 2. On Sunday, the city of Calcutta recorded 205 new Covid-19 infections and two deaths. 146 new cases and four deaths were…

08 Nov

India out of T20 World Cup semifinal contention

editor0 CommentsNorth Eastt20 world cup, team india

India went out of the semi-final race of the T20 World Cup after New Zealand got over Afghanistan by eight wickets to grab the last remaining qualifying spot from Group 2 of the Super 12 stage in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. In Sunday's game, New Zealand pacer restricted Afghanistan at 124/8 runs with Trent Boult (3/17) and Tim Southee (2/24) doing the bulk of damages. Chasing the paltry total, skipper Kane Williamson (40* off 42) and Devon Conway (36* off 32) got the Kiwis home after Martin Guptill (28 off 23) and Daryl Mitchell (17 off 12) provided a quick start. New Zealand took just 18.1 overs to chase…

04 Nov

Delhi’s Diwali starts with bad air quality, which would turn worse

editor0 CommentsNorth EastDelhi, diwali, pollution

Delhi's Diwali started with bad air quality which is predicted to take a turn for the worse irrespective of cracker bursting. At 8:00 am, the capital's air quality index stood at 341, up from 314 at 4 pm on Wednesday. The 24-hour average AQI was 303 on Tuesday and 281 on Monday. AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'. While SAFAR said the air quality may become worse on November 5 and 6 if firecrackers are burnt.The…

02 Nov

East Coast Railway moves to curb cracker transportation in the trains

editor0 CommentsNorth EastEast Coast Railway

With Diwali inching closer, East Coast Railway has geared up its machinery to intensify vigil on the carrying of crackers in passengers, mail and express trains. Carrying inflammable items during train journeys is strictly prohibited. East Coast Railway has advised all its three Divisions, i.e. Khurda Road, Sambalpur & Waltair to launch a Special Safety Drive to keep a strict vigil on carrying inflammable items in trains for the safety of the passengers during Diwali Celebrations. If any passenger is seen carrying inflammable items, the co-passengers are requested to inform on-duty Railway Staff like Railway Protection Force (RPF) & Government…