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03 Aug

Chanakya IAS Academy to provide scholarships

editor0 CommentsEducationChanakya IAS Academy, free scholarship test

In order to encourage and enhance the performance of youth of North-Eastern States towards civil services, Chanakya IAS Academy, premier civil services coaching institution of the country is going to conduct an online/offline scholarship test on July 25. Online Registrations are underway and the last date is 24 July. Under this initiative, deserving students will be provided scholarship assistance for competitive examinations coaching. This will include UPSC Civil Services Examination, Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) and other All India level examinations. The initiative for capacity building of candidates to enable them competitive edge at national level will also include training…

03 Aug

SHARP launches compact color multifunction printer

editor0 CommentsBusinessColor multifunction printer, SHARP

A wholly owned Indian subsidiary of SHARP Corporation Japan, SHARP Business Systems (India) Private Limited launched a new compact color multifunction printer, as a part of its A4 color line-up, available in the market. The new A4 MFP 'MX-C357F' offers a host of productivity functions, best-in-class security enhancements, and an intuitive user interface that delivers the productivity, performance, and reliability needed for new-age work environments. High speed and affordable 4-in-1 MFP with range of advanced performance and security features, MX-C357F is specially designed for Customers to improve the productivity and efficiency, where space is a premium. The new MFP is…

03 Aug

JV of Sunhearrt Group and Ajanta Oreva Group

editor0 CommentsBusinessAjanta Oreva Group, Sunhearrt Group

Sunshine Tiles Company Private Limited’s Sunhearrt brand has become the 6th youngest brand in the Indian ceramic industry. Sunhearrt has maintained its position as the number one exporter in the Indian ceramic industry for consecutive 5 years along with the status of the first 3-star export house in India. Now, Sunhearrt Group joined hands with Ajanta Oreva Group to form a joint venture for India’s biggest vitrified tiles plant. Direct employment will be provided to more than 750 people and the Plant will contribute to India’s GDP, by way of GST & Forex inflow. “With this joint venture with Ajanta…

03 Aug

Flipkart’s efforts to strengthen COVID-19 relief work

editor0 CommentsHealth, West BengalCovid-19, Flipkar, ICU Ventilators

As a part of its ongoing efforts to support and augment the relief efforts towards Covid 19, Flipkart donated 30 life-saving ICU ventilators to West Bengal Medical Services Corporation Limited. This is a part of Flipkart’s efforts to support various state governments in their efforts to enhance their capacity to treat Covid-19 patients and strengthen the fight against Covid-19. Dr Partha Chatterjee, Minister for Industry, Commerce & Enterprises, West Bengal, said, the state government deeply appreciates Flipkart’s relentless efforts towards the fight against Covid-19 in supporting the community and several efforts undertaken in West Bengal. “The contribution of 30 ICU…

03 Aug

Atul Auto partners with CSC Grameen eStore

editor0 CommentsBusinessAtul Auto, CSC Grameen eStore

Atul Auto Limited is the first amongst leading 3 wheeler OEMs to partner with CSC Grameen eStore, an e-commerce initiative by CSC eGovernance Services India Ltd to promote digital ordering and delivery in rural areas. As a part of the partnership, the automaker's product range will be listed on CSC Grameen eStore and made available to potential customers in hinterlands and deep rural areas through aspirational VLEs (village level entrepreneurs). The joint digital launch was done by Dr. Dinesh Tyagi, MD-CSC SPV, Shri Raja Kishore, COO - CSC Grameen eStore, Mr. Niraj Chandra, Director, Atul Auto Ltd, and Mr. Pushkar…

03 Aug

Asian Granito announces Rs. 225-Cr Rights Issue

editor0 CommentsBusinessasian granito

One of India's leading tiles companies, Asian Granito India Limited (AGIL) is aiming to continue the strong growth momentum in the FY 22. Strategic growth initiatives, operational efficiencies, financial prudence, geographical and product expansion along with low capex and asset light model for expansion are likely to drive the growth in the revenue and margins for the current financial year. AGIL has recently announced a rights issue of Rs. 225-crore, proceeds of the issue to be utilised to reduce debt and for expansion purpose. For the Q4FY21, company posted healthy 68% growth in the net sales, 100% growth in EBITDA…

03 Aug

West Bengal govt considers premature release of 63 life convicts in view of Covid-19

editor0 CommentsCovid19, West BengalCovid 19, West Bengal

The West Bengal government is considering premature releases of 63 life convicts, who have served at least 14 years in jails. The decision was taken with a view to decongest the prisons in the wake of COVID-19. The West Bengal government stated: "Considering the Covid pandemic situation prevailing in the country and in the State of West Bengal, it is felt that there is a need to decongest the prisons. Further, Section 432 of the Criminal Procedure Code 1973 empowers the State Government to consider the premature release of life convicts who have served at least 14 years in correctional…

03 Aug

Vi launches new campaign for ‘Vi Hero Unlimited’ Plan

editor0 CommentsBusiness‘Vi Hero Unlimited’ Plan, Vi

Featuring popular actor Vinay Pathak, leading telecom services provider, Vi has unveiled a new campaign focusing on Vi Hero Unlimited plans. The campaign, with Vinay Pathak as the protagonist, presents Vi Hero Unlimited plans as the solution to the perpetual problem of data quota exhaustion faced by prepaid users. The campaign highlights the 3 features that Vi Hero Unlimited plans offer - Weekend Data Rollover, Night Time Free Data from 12am to 6am and Double Data, all under one umbrella. The 6-week long campaign will have two TVC and extensive digital roll-out. Users can avail the benefits of Vi Hero…

03 Aug

Indian Army helicopter crashes near Ranjit Sagar Dam in Punjab

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An Army helicopter crashed in Ranjit Sagar Dam on Tuesday morning, Senior Superintendent of Police of Pathankot in Punjab Surendra Lamba said. "We have received information that an Army helicopter has crashed in the lake. We have rushed our teams to the spot," Lamba said. There were no immediate reports of any casualty, he said, adding further details were awaited. The dam is located about 30 km from Pathankot in Punjab.

03 Aug

Neeraj Chopra, Shivpal Singh aim to set Indian javelin record straight at Tokyo Olympics

editor0 CommentsIndia, SportsNeeraj Chopra, Shivpal Singh, Tokyo Olympics

It will be a reality check for Neeraj Chopra on early Wednesday morning when he will be taking the field on his Olympic debut while rubbing shoulders with the likes of javelin giant Johannes Vetter, a strong favourite for the gold medal, in group A of men’s javelin throw qualification. While Vetter (season-best of 96.29m) is billed to go past the 90m marks with ease, the distance remains an unprecedented one for 23-year-old Neeraj, who enters the Games with his national record throw of 88.07m (in March 2021). However, such an enormous distance will be inconsequential on the day as…