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06 Mar

Zarina Laskar honored for excellence in fashion entrepreneurship at FEMINA ACHIEVERS’ AWARDS 2025

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Renowned fashion entrepreneur Zarina Laskar was honored with the "Excellence in Fashion Entrepreneurship" award at the FEMINA ACHIEVERS' AWARDS 2025 NORTHEAST held at TajVivanta, Guwahati, on March 2. Hailing from Barak Valley, Laskar has gained national and international recognition for her innovative work in the fashion industry, blending indigenous North-Eastern fabrics with contemporary designs. Through her brand STYLEYA, founded in 2017, Laskar has redefined fashion by incorporating Assam’s finest handwoven textiles, crafted by skilled artisans and local women. Her brand has made a mark on celebrity fashion platforms like East India Fashion Week and offers a diverse collection, including Kaftans,…

06 Mar

Luxury housing prices inflation in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru – Knight Frank

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New Delhi, March 5 Delhi has jumped to 18th spot among 100 cities globally in terms of annual price growth in the luxury housing segment last year, according to Knight Frank. Global property consultant Knight Frank's 'The Wealth Report 2025' showed that the Prime International Residential Index (PIRI 100) value is projected to rise 3.6 per cent in 2024. Of the 100 luxury residential markets tracked, 80 recorded positive or flat annual price growth. Among Indian cities, Delhi is ranked 18th, a significant jump due to a 6.7 per cent year-on-year (YoY) rise in luxury residential prices. Mumbai is ranked…

05 Mar

Silver futures surge: Prices increase by Rs 859 per kg

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New Delhi, March 5 Silver prices rose by Rs 859 to Rs 97,115 per kg on Wednesday as participants increased their bets. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, silver contracts for March delivery rose by Rs 859, or 0.89 per cent, to Rs 97,115 per kg in a business turnover of 19,331 lots. Analysts said fresh deals by participants led to the rise in silver prices. Globally, silver was trading 0.62 per cent higher at $32.17 per ounce in New York.

05 Mar

ICICI Prudential launches ‘ICICI Pru GIFT Select’ to tackle market volatility with guaranteed income

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ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has introduced ‘ICICI Pru GIFT Select,’ a long-term savings product designed to offer guaranteed immediate income, ensuring liquidity for customers amid market fluctuations. The product provides flexibility by allowing customers to decide when they want their guaranteed income to start, its duration, and the payout at maturity. It also includes a life cover component for financial security. One of its standout features is an increasing income option, which boosts payouts at a compounding rate of 5% per annum, helping customers mitigate inflation. Speaking on the launch, Amit Palta, Chief Product and Distribution Officer at ICICI Prudential…

05 Mar

Royal Stag BoomBox kicks off its 3rd edition in Guwahati

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The Royal Stag BoomBox kicked off its third edition on March 1 at the Saru Sajai Stadium Complex, drawing thousands of music lovers for a vibrant celebration of Bollywood and hip-hop. The festival, part of a four-city tour, features performances by renowned artists including Armaan Malik, Nikhita Gandhi, Ikka, and DJ Yogii. The event showcased a fusion of music, art, and interactive experiences, creating an immersive atmosphere. DJ Yogii opened the night, followed by Ikka's dynamic rap, Nikhita Gandhi's captivating vocals, and a grand finale by Armaan Malik, who emphasized music's power to connect cultures. Kartik Mohindra, CMO of Pernod…

04 Mar

Hinduja Group reaffirms its commitment to shaping India’s future through its Hinduja College of Commerce

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Marking 75 years in education, the Hinduja Group reaffirmed its commitment to academic excellence, announcing plans to transition Hinduja College into a deemed university. At the celebratory event, Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, urged Indian corporates to invest in specialized educational institutions, emphasizing that philanthropy in education should not be driven by commercialization. Ashok Hinduja, Chairman of Hinduja Foundation, outlined a vision to empower one million students by 2030 through initiatives like Road to School and Road to Livelihood. The college, currently serving over 6,000 students, will establish a Skill Development Centre and introduce new courses in Artificial Intelligence,…

04 Mar

IEX trade volumes inflation 9% in February | Indian Energy Exchange

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The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) said in a statement on Monday that trade volumes in February registered a 9 per cent growth to 9,622 million units as compared to the same period last year. A total of 16.37 lakh renewable energy certificates were traded during the month, marking a 167 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) growth. The next REC trading sessions at the exchange are scheduled for March 12 and 26. In the power market, the Day-Ahead Market (DAM) achieved 5,369 MU volumes in February as against 4,722 MU volumes in the same month last year, a 14 per cent growth…

03 Mar

ELECRAMA 2025 concludes on a high note, unlocks $20 billion in business opportunities

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ELECRAMA 2025, the flagship event of the Indian Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA), wrapped up successfully, reinforcing India’s leadership in the global electrical and electronics industry. The event saw participation from over 1,000 exhibitors, attracted more than 400,000 business visitors, and facilitated business enquiries worth an estimated $20 billion. Key highlights included 15,000+ B2B meetings, the participation of 500 international buyers from 80 countries, and the launch of the New Energies Pavilion, which showcased advancements in battery storage, EV charging, solar modules, and digital energy. Industry leaders, including Union Ministers Piyush Goyal and Manohar Lal Khattar, emphasized India’s commitment…

03 Mar

Mahindra sales gain 15% in February

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Mahindra & Mahindra on Saturday said its total sales in February rose 15 per cent year-on-year to 83,702 units.The automaker had sold 72,923 units in February last year.In the utility vehicle segment, the company said it sold 50,420 vehicles in the domestic market, a growth of 19 per cent as compared to 42,401 units in February last year.Exports grew to 3,061 units last month, up 99 per cent from 1,539 units in February 2024. "This strong performance is a result of the continued positive momentum for our SUV portfolio," Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) Automotive Division President Veejay Nakra said in…

01 Mar

Vodafone Idea gets GST demand order; stock lapse over 3%, check full details

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Telecom operator Vodafone Idea (VIL) on Friday, February 28, said it has received a ₹16.73 crore Goods and Services Tax (GST) demand order from the Deputy Commissioner, Large Taxpayer Unit, West Bengal. The telco asserted it does not agree with the order and will take appropriate action for filing an appeal against the same. In a BSE filing on details of the order received by the company under the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, Vodafone Idea informed that the order was received on February 27, 2025. “Order passed under Section 73 of the Central Goods and Services Tax…