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02 May

LG Electronics India appoints Arjuna Awardee Vantika Agrawal as brand ambassador

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LG Electronics India Limited has announced renowned chess player Vantika Agrawal as its new brand ambassador. A three-time Chess Olympiad gold medalist and recent recipient of the prestigious Arjuna Award, Agrawal has become one of India's brightest young talents in the world of chess. The partnership aligns with LG's commitment to supporting young achievers and promoting innovation that enhances the lives of its consumers. Vantika, who is also a Woman Grandmaster and holds the title of International Master, has become a symbol of excellence and perseverance in the sporting world. Mr. Hong Ju Jeon, Managing Director of LG Electronics India,…

30 Apr

HCLFoundation announces the winners of the 2025 edition of the HCLTech Grant

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HCLFoundation, which drives the corporate social responsibility agenda of global technology company HCLTech in India, has announced the winners of the 2025 edition of the HCLTech Grant. HCLTech Grant supports Indian non-government organizations (NGOs) driving transformative change across education, healthcare, and the environment. This year, the HCLTech Grant received over 13,925 registrations from NGOs across India. Three winning NGOs in each category are awarded a grant of ₹5 crore ($580,700) for their impactful projects, and six runner-up NGOs in each category are awarded ₹25 lakh ($29,000). To date, the HCLFoundation has awarded ₹152.8 crore (~$18.4 million) through the HCLTech Grant…

30 Apr

ASCI revamps influencer guidelines for health and finance sectors

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The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has updated its Influencer Advertising Guidelines, specifically for influencers in the health and finance sectors. The revised guidelines distinguish between generic promotions and expert advice, aiming to ensure greater transparency and consumer protection. Influencers promoting products or services in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) and Health & Nutrition industries now only need to declare qualifications when offering technical advice. For instance, a generic message about health check-ups or food-related promotions by chefs won’t require influencers to prove expertise. This change follows the growing maturity of influencer marketing, which has shifted from…

30 Apr

Gold futures price reduce by Rs 550 to Rs 95,475 per 10 grams

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New Delhi, Gold futures price fell by Rs 550 to Rs 95,475 per 10 grams in futures trade on Tuesday amid weak spot demand.Gold contracts for June delivery on the Multi Commodity Exchange fell by Rs 550 or 0.57 percent to Rs 95,475 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 17,745 lots.Analysts attributed the fall in gold prices to weak global cues.In international markets, gold futures in New York fell 0.80 percent to $3,317.18 an ounce.

29 Apr

Ambuja Cements Q4: Net profit lapse 9%, EBITDA rises 12%; company announces dividend

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Ambuja Cements Q4: Adani Group-owned Ambuja Cements announced its January-March quarter earnings on Tuesday, April 29. The company reported a consolidated net profit of ₹956 crore in the fourth quarter of financial year 2024-25 (Q4FY25), showing a 9% decline from ₹1,051 crore in the same period last year.Its revenue from operations grew nearly 12% to ₹9,802.5 crore in the March quarter as against ₹8,785 crore in the same period a year ago.Ambuja Cements reported stable operating performance in the fourth quarter as its operating profit also known as earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) grew 12% to ₹1,781…

29 Apr

President Murmu leads Indian delegation to attend Pope Francis’ state funeral in Vatican

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President Droupadi Murmu led the Indian delegation to Vatican City to attend the State Funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis, offering condolences on behalf of the Government and people of India. The President was accompanied by Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju, Minister of State for Minority Affairs, Shri George Kurian, and Deputy Speaker of the Goa Legislative Assembly, Shri Joshua De Souza. President Murmu arrived in Rome on April 25 and participated in the State Funeral on April 26, where she paid homage at the Saint Peter’s Basilica. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson,…

28 Apr

UCO Bank Q4 profit inflation 24% to ₹665.7 crore, declares dividend

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State-run UCO Bank announced its Q4 results on Monday, April 28. The bank has reported strong March quarter earnings, with consolidated net profit for the fourth quarter of financial year 2024-25 (Q4FY25) rising by nearly 24% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹652 crore.The bank’s total business as of March 31, 2025 grew 14.12% to ₹5,13,527 crore, with gross advances growing 17.72% to ₹2,19,985 crore and total deposits growing 11.56% to ₹2,93,542 crore. Operating profit for the quarter reached ₹1,699 crore, registering a year-on-year growth of 33.48% from ₹1,273 crore in the fourth quarter of FY2023-24.The state-owned lender's profit stood at ₹526 crore…

28 Apr

Swiggy launches ‘Swiggy Sixes’ for cricket fans, unlocks instant discounts with every six hit

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Swiggy has introduced a new offer, Swiggy Sixes, adding an exciting twist to the ongoing cricket season. The real-time, match-linked offer allows users to unlock discounts ranging from 66%, ₹266, ₹166, or ₹66 off every time a six is hit during live cricket matches. With the offer available across more than 50,000 restaurants nationwide, fans can instantly celebrate a six with big savings on their favourite food orders. The Swiggy Sixes offer is designed to be both fun and convenient, with a live “ball floaty” timer on the Swiggy app notifying users when a discount is unlocked. Fans have just…

28 Apr

Watch Bengal’s biggest blockbuster, ‘Bohurupi’ exclusively on ZEE5 starting May 9th, 2025

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ZEE5 is all set to redefine the digital entertainment landscape with the World Digital Premiere of its biggest Bengali blockbuster – Bohurupi, streaming from 9th May. Directed by the acclaimed duo Nandita Roy and Shiboprosad Mukherjee, this gripping film is inspired by real-life bank heists that rocked West Bengal between 1998 and 2005. Bohurupi features a powerful ensemble cast including Shiboprosad Mukherjee, Abir Chatterjee, Ritabhari Chakraborty, and Koushani Mukherjee, and unravels the transformative journey of a man scarred by betrayal, imprisonment, and an unforgiving system. The film has won the hearts of critics and audiences alike, earning stellar ratings across…

28 Apr

Byatikram Group and Academik America Partner to Revolutionize Indian Education

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In a landmark development poised to redefine the educational landscape of East and Northeast India, Academik America, a premier global education solutions provider, and Byatikram Group,premier organizations of North East involved in various socio-cultural and literary activities which embrace various streams of art, culture, literature, formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today in Kolkata. This strategic collaboration is set to unlock global opportunities for students, institutions, and educators by integrating internationally recognized accreditation frameworks, skill-development models, and digital learning innovations. Byatikram Group, a pioneer in socio-economic, cultural, and business initiatives for over two decades. The group holds expertise in…