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28 Sep

Tata AIA announces NIFTY Alpha 50 Index Fund to drive growth and protection

Business BureauBusiness

Tata AIA Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (Tata AIA), one of India's leading life insurers, has introduced Tata AIA NIFTY Alpha 50 Index Fund through its unit linked insurance products, which is an open-ended New Fund Offering (NFO) with an alpha investing strategy to benefit from potential growth while securing their loved ones with the protection of a life insurance cover. The NFO will remain open until September 30th, 2024, with units offered at an NAV of Rs. 10 per unit during the NFO period. The fund will focus on high performing stocks i.e. the top 50 performing stocks that constitute…

28 Sep

Tripura Police prepare for smooth Durga Puja celebrations

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Director General of Police (DGP), Amitabh Ranjan, assured the public on Friday that comprehensive measures have been implemented to ensure a peaceful Durga Puja celebration throughout Tripura.During his visit to various police stations in the Gomati and Sepahijala districts, DGP Ranjan reviewed the preparedness and operational efficiency of the police forces in the region. Speaking to reporters, he emphasized the commitment of the Tripura Police: "My force is motivated. With Durga Puja approaching and recent elections concluded, I am inspecting the police stations. My police force is a source of pride for me. They are doing excellent work and…

28 Sep

Shopsy announces Big Billion Days trailer sale, boost festive shopping in Bharat

Business BureauBusiness

Shopsy, Flipkart’s rapidly growing hyper-value e-commerce platform, is amplifying the festive spirit with its Big Billion Days Trailer Sale, running from September 20 to 26. Following the success of the Grand Shopsy Mela, which saw record user engagement, this trailer offers early access to discounts on over 10 million products. The sale features enticing offers, including over 50% discounts and daily Re. 1 deals on lifestyle and accessories. Business Head Prathyusha Agarwal emphasized Shopsy's commitment to inclusivity, stating, “We aim to ensure that budget constraints do not hinder families from enjoying the festivities.” With increasing demand from tier 2 and…

28 Sep

LS Speaker Om Birla highlights growth potential in food processing sector

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Om Birla, emphasized the growth potential of Mizoram's food and processing sector during a press meeting held on Friday following the 21st Annual Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), India Region Zone-III, at the Mizoram Legislative Assembly. Birla highlighted the importance of developing micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and the trade and commerce sectors in the state, specifically focusing on organic farming and products. He stressed the necessity for improved electricity supply to support the growth of processing plants in the region. “With enhanced connectivity through roads, air, and railways, Mizoram has significant…

28 Sep

Tripura sets ambitious goal for organic farming, aims to export bird’s eye chilli to Germany

Sonakshi SarkarAgriculture

Tripura Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced on September 27 that the state government has set an ambitious target to cultivate organic farming on approximately 50,000 hectares of land, with plans to export Bird's Eye Chilli to Germany. The announcement came during a distribution event for transport vehicles (pick-up vans) to the Farmers Producer Company (FPC) at the SARS Complex, AD Nagar in Agartala. This initiative is designed to empower local farmers by enhancing their logistical capabilities, enabling them to transport their produce more efficiently to markets and distribution centers. Speaking to reporters, Minister Nath outlined the government's commitment to…

28 Sep

ICICI Prudential launches Signature Pension to boost retirement savings

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ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has launched ‘ICICI Pru Signature Pension’, a market linked pension product enabling customers to build a cost and tax efficient retirement fund. Retirement planning is a crucial activity and a must for all customers to be financially independent. This unique product helps customers to effectively plan for both the accumulation and income generation phases of retirement planning. Market linked retirement savings plan with the option of upto 100% equity exposure. Tax-free withdrawal of up to 60% of the fund value. Flexibility to make partial withdrawals to meet unexpected financial needs. Waiver of premium add-on benefit ensures…

28 Sep

Karan Johar says ‘star’s can’t guarantee hit’

banashreeBollywood

Director-Producer Karan Johar of Bollywood industry says star's can't guarantee hit and they ask for huge amount as their pay check. To which Saif Ali Khan recently reacted to the remark saying he wants to cut down pay check. Saif on KJ's statement said, "He wants to cut pay cheques. I think I should have my own union on that. I am sure he is right, but it makes me a little nervous when we hear about cutting pay cheques. No cutting pay cheques. Well look, the economics of our industry (is like that). That's what happens - you go…

28 Sep

NH10 Shut Down Due to Multiple Landslides

Banasree SarkarSiliguriNH10

The relentless rainfall over the past three days in the Sikkim and North Bengal regions has brought normal life to a standstill. Reports have emerged of numerous landslides across Sikkim and North Bengal, prompting the authorities to issue strict warnings, urging the public to stay safe and vigilant in the aftermath of last year’s devastating floods that occurred during the same period. All regions of Sikkim have been impacted by the landslides, including the east, west, south, and north, seriously impairing road connectivity. Snowfall has also been reported in North Sikkim's high alpine regions, especially in Tshangu, as well as…

28 Sep

Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s modified Hilux pioneera the future of mobility at Himtech 2024

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has showcased special-purpose Hilux (modified with the support of an authorized external vendor) at the Himtech 2024 symposium, organized by the Indian Army jointly with FICCI (Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry). Moving towards the national goal of “Raksha Atamanirbharta’, and to provide the defense forces with access to the best equipment and solutions available, these two organizations (Indian Army & FICCI) have collaborated for "HIMTECH 2024" with an emphasis on utilizing military technology for high altitude areas (HAA). The event, held at the Rinchen Auditorium Grounds, Leh, Ladakh, on 20th and 21st September…

27 Sep

Byatikram MASDO celebrates women’s safety with a tribute to Bandana Baruah

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In a tribute to the late social worker Bandana Baruah, Byatikram MASDO hosted a day-long event, "Ensuring Safety of Women: A Call to Action," at NEDFi Hall. The event, attended by leaders from various fields, highlighted the pressing issue of women’s safety and empowerment. The program began with an emotional tribute from Smt. Krishna Baruah, Deputy Commissioner of Baksa, who honored her mother’s legacy. “My mother worked tirelessly for the safety and empowerment of women. I’m grateful to Byatikram for recognizing her contributions,” she said. Byatikram MASDO advisor and singer Manisha Hazarika announced that starting next year, an annual award…