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24 Feb

Royal Stag BoomBox Season 4 opens in Kolkata with Armaan Malik, Fossils, Dino James lighting up the stage

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Seagram’s Royal Stag kickstarted the fourth edition of Royal Stag BoomBox – The Original Sound of Generation Large – with a high-voltage opening night in Kolkata on February 21 at Aquatica Ground. Setting off on a four-city tour, the festival brings together Bollywood melodies and hip-hop beats along with immersive art, culture and gaming experiences. Thousands of fans gathered as the venue turned into a multi-sensory playground featuring vibrant installations, curated food experiences and interactive zones. The evening began with a live gaming face-off led by Payal Dhare, followed by DJ Sahil Gulati’s energetic opening set. Rapper Dino James raised…

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24 Feb

Coca-Cola India Revives Classic Rimzim Jeera with a Nostalgic Twist

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India rediscovers its love for local flavours, Coca-Cola is bringing back its cult classic Rimzim Jeera with a comeback that’s anything but quiet. Led by the thought “Jeere mein heera, Rimzim Jeera,” the new campaign marks Rimzim’s bold return—not just as a nostalgic favourite, but as a proudly OG ethnic beverage for every generation. Leaning into nostalgia with a playful twist, the campaign revives Rimzim Jeera’s retro charm and reimagines an iconic R.D. Burman track [Duniya Mein Logo Ko…], transforming the familiar “Biiraa..Taraa taraa taraa..” into an unforgettable “Jeeeeera.” Set in everyday moments, the film celebrates Rimzim Jeera’s distinctive taste…

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24 Feb

Turkish Airlines bags Europe’s best in-flight entertainment title at 2026 APEX awards

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Turkish Airlines has been awarded the Best in Entertainment in Europe at the 2026 APEX Official Airline Ratings, marking the fourth consecutive year the carrier has secured the distinction. The recognition underscores the airline’s sustained focus on strengthening its onboard product and enhancing passenger experience as part of its broader competitive strategy. The APEX Official Airline Ratings, conducted by the Airline Passenger Experience Association, are based entirely on neutral, anonymous and independently verified passenger feedback. The evaluation is carried out in collaboration with TripIt and Concur. For 2026, passengers rated more than one million flights operated by over 600 airlines…

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23 Feb

At Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, complex renal transplant pregnancy successfully managed through multidisciplinary excellence

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Doctors at Manipal Hospital Mukundapur successfully managed a rare and high-risk pregnancy in a renal transplant recipient, ensuring the safety of both mother and child while preserving kidney graft function. The multidisciplinary team was led by Dr. Upal Sengupta and Dr. Shilpita Banerjee at Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, part of Manipal Hospitals Group. The patient, 33-year-old Madhabilata Kundu from Burdwan, had undergone a kidney transplant in December 2023 and was on long-term immunosuppressive therapy when she reported at 16 weeks of pregnancy. Her medical history included a previous caesarean section, miscarriage, hypertension and hypothyroidism. At 21 weeks, she developed graft dysfunction,…

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23 Feb

BC Jindal Foundation skill centre to train 1,000 youth annually in Howrah, targets 70% placement

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BC Jindal Foundation has launched a major skill development push in Howrah to enhance employability among youth and women through industry-relevant vocational training. The initiative is being implemented through the “BC Jindal Skill Centre” at Belur and aims to train over 1,000 candidates annually from marginalized communities. The foundation, the social arm of BC Jindal Group, said the programme will cover nine vocational trades across five sectors; healthcare, hospitality, apparel, IT and industrial technology. Courses include Industrial Electrician, Multi Skill Technician, Sewing Machine Operator, Domestic Data Entry Operator, Child Caretaker, Housekeeping, Food and Beverage Services, Phlebotomy Technician and General Duty…

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23 Feb

Language & legacy take centre stage at Bhasha Sanskriti Milan Utsav 2026 in Kolkata

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The 21st edition of Bhasha Sanskriti Milan Utsav 2026, organised by the Guwahati-based Byatikram Group in association with Meraki Associates, was held at Vivanta Kolkata, EM Bypass on International Mother Language Day. The annual initiative focused on linguistic diversity, literary excellence and cultural preservation. The opening session featured a discussion on author and Vedic scholar Acharya Subhendu Sorcar, followed by a signing of his books INDUS – Knowledge of Life and BHUMI – The Sacred Land. Eminent personalities including Prof. Rajiv Bandyopadhaye, Prof. Ashish Paul of Jadavpur University and others attended. A major highlight was the Ekushey Samman 2026 felicitation.…

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23 Feb

Godrej Inks Joint Development Deal for Major Residential Project in Thane

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Godrej Properties Ltd. has entered into a joint development agreement to build a large residential project on an 18-acre land parcel in Thane, part of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), with an estimated revenue potential exceeding ₹7,500 crore.In a regulatory filing, the Mumbai-based real estate developer said the upcoming project will be predominantly residential. However, the company did not disclose the name of the landowner involved in the agreement.The move aligns with Godrej Properties’ expansion strategy, which focuses on strengthening its presence in high-growth micro-markets. The company typically expands its portfolio through a mix of outright land purchases and joint…

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23 Feb

Assam–Walmart Vriddhi pact seen as catalyst for MSME digitisation and market expansion

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In a move with significant economic implications, Walmart Vriddhi, through its programme partner Ideas to Impact Foundation, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department of Industries, Commerce and Public Enterprises, Government of Assam, to accelerate growth and digital transformation of the state’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The agreement aligns with Walmart Vriddhi’s national target of empowering an additional 100,000 MSMEs in India by 2028. The programme will offer free-of-cost training, mentoring and business tools to help enterprises modernise operations and integrate into eCommerce platforms, including Flipkart. The Assam government will facilitate statewide outreach through District…

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23 Feb

Bandhan Bank enables Assam tax payments via Assam e-GRAS portal, 109 branches to assist taxpayers

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Bandhan Bank has enabled seamless State tax and non-tax payments for Assam through the Assam e-GRAS portal, allowing customers to make payments through both online and offline modes. The platform allows users to generate challans and log in using their registered mobile number or username to initiate payments. As many as 109 Bandhan Bank branches in Assam will assist customers in availing the facility. The service covers a wide range of State taxes, including property, land revenue, agriculture and sales tax, along with non-tax revenues such as VAT, application and examination fees, fines, penalties, dividends from state enterprises and other…

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21 Feb

Medanta strengthens high-end neuro care with advanced ‘Brain Pacemaker’ surgery

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As neurological disorders account for nearly 10% of India’s overall disease burden and remain among the top causes of disability globally, Gurugram-based Medanta – The Medicity is deepening its footprint in advanced neuro care through its specialised Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) programme, popularly known as ‘Brain Pacemaker’ surgery. Named Best Private Hospital in India by Newsweek for six consecutive years, Medanta has positioned itself as an internationally recognised destination for DBS therapy. The procedure offers relief to patients suffering from advanced-stage Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, refractory epilepsy (adult onset), essential tremor and advanced obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), especially when conventional medicines fail…

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