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01 Oct

TKM reaffirms its commitment to environmental sustainability

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Marking the World Environment Health Day, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability. Over the years, TKM has consciously adopted sustainable business practices and transforming from a carmaker to a mobility company. Keeping with its principle of ‘Respect for the Planet’, Toyota globally announced the ‘Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050’ (TEC 2050) in October 2015, comprising six environmental challenges. The first set of 3 challenges focuses on achieving carbon neutrality from our products, and its entire value chain including the manufacturing activities. The latter 3 challenges aim to create a net positive impact. Aligning with the…

01 Oct

Flipkart launches B2B app to empower sellers of refurbished products

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Flipkart, India’s homegrown ecommerce marketplace’s group company, has announced ‘Flipkart Reset for Business’, a dedicated mobile app designed to empower small and big sellers of refurbished products across the country to reach last-mile customers. The platform offers a user-friendly interface for a hassle-free experience with a vast selection of quality-assured refurbished smartphones and accessories. It aims to empower a wider network of sellers with an organized refurbished products market, promote the use of refurbished products, and contribute to building a more sustainable circular economy. Flipkart Reset for Business offers quality and warranty benefits and a wide selection of refurbished phones…

01 Oct

Glenmark and API announces “National BP Screening Day” to tackle hypertension in young adults

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Glenmark Kicks Off Nation-wide Initiative at the Iconic Gateway of India to Promote Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Starting at Age 18. Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited (Glenmark), a research-led, global pharmaceutical company, and a leader in cardiovascular disease management, launched the “Take Charge @18” movement at the Gateway of India. This Hypertension Awareness initiative emphasizes the critical importance of early blood pressure monitoring beginning at age 18. The Association of Physicians of India (API) has designated the 18th of every month as “Take charge at 18 – BP Screening Day” encouraging all adults to prioritize regular blood pressure checks to protect heart…

01 Oct

Flipkart’s Big Billion Days 2024 kicks off India’s festive season

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Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has launched the 11th edition of its highly anticipated The Big Billion Days (TBBD) 2024 on September 27, with early access beginning on September 26 for Flipkart VIP and Plus customers. Over 33 crore user visits were recorded on Flipkart during Early Access and Day 1 combined, reflecting festive enthusiasm from shoppers from across India. Early trends suggest a promising festive season ahead, with growing demand being observed across Mobiles, Food & Nutrition and Grooming categories. Mobiles, Appliances, Fashion, BGM (Beauty and General Merchandise), Electronics and Home continue to be preferred choices for customers across…

01 Oct

CARE Health Insurance calls for prioritizing health insurance amid rising cardiovascular risk

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Care Health Insurance is urging young Indians to prioritize health insurance amid a troubling rise in cardiovascular disease (CVD) cases. A report from The Lancet reveals that India's age-standardized death rate due to CVD is 282 per 100,000, significantly exceeding the global average of 233. Furthermore, India’s disability-adjusted life years (DALY) rate is 1.3 times higher than the global figure, indicating a pressing health crisis. Mr. Ajay Shah, Head of Distribution at Care Health Insurance, remarked, “Heart ailments, once primarily affecting older populations, are now increasingly common among young adults due to factors like sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary habits.”…

30 Sep

Ola Electric shares lapse 4%; lapse below Rs 100 for first time since listing

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Shares of Ola Electric Mobility declined over 4 per cent on September 30, pushing the stock below the Rs 100 mark for the first time since its listing on the bourses. Moreover, the stock has been in the red in 12 of the last 14 sessions.According to this, it has fallen by more than 16 percent in the last one month. At 12.22 pm, Ola Electric Mobility shares were trading at Rs 98.80 on NSE.The company recently launched its 'Network Partner Program' to expand EV penetration in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Ola Electric has already onboarded 625 partners to expand…

30 Sep

Godrej Agrovet advocates balanced nutrition for Aqua farmers at Mega Meet

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Godrej Agrovet recently held a Mega Farmer’s Meet in South Dinajpur, emphasizing the crucial role of balanced nutrition in the prosperity of aquafarmers. As aquaculture evolves from traditional practices to research-driven commercial farming, the company showcased its state-of-the-art aqua feed manufacturing plants, equipped with quality assurance labs and an R&D center. Dhrubajyoti Banerjee, CEO of Godrej Agrovet's Aqua Feed Business, stated, “The demand for freshwater fish is surging in India. Our aim is to provide farmers with comprehensive solutions that align with this growth.” He highlighted that with 60% of a farmer's production cost reliant on feed, their quality offerings…

30 Sep

Shikshagraha taps AWS cloud to transform public education in India

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Shikshagraha, a national movement aimed at transforming one million public schools by 2030, has partnered with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to drive its mission using cloud technology. Shikshagraha seeks to enhance education quality across India by fostering collaboration among government bodies, civil society organizations, and local communities. It aims to impact 40 million children across 100 districts through a micro-improvement approach. The initiative, active in states like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, and Tamil Nadu, uses AWS for scalable and secure cloud infrastructure to support school improvement programs. AWS tools will help streamline the process by hosting a repository of best practices,…

30 Sep

HCG Cancer Centre Kolkata achieves milestone with Eastern India’s first Robotic Whipple surgery

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HCG Cancer Centre, Kolkata, has made history by performing Eastern India's first robotic Whipple (pancreaticoduodenectomy) surgery on a 60-year-old male patient. This groundbreaking procedure reaffirms the center’s status as the sole facility in Eastern India offering both traditional and robotic options for this complex surgery. Led by Dr. Sujoy Kumar Bala, the surgery utilized the advanced da Vinci robotic system, allowing for smaller incisions and enhanced precision. The patient, who was diagnosed with periampullary cancer following symptoms of anemia and abdominal pain, benefitted from the minimally invasive approach. Dr. Bala highlighted the surgery's advantages, stating, "The robotic system's 3D view…

30 Sep

Mortein launches India’s first 2-in-1 spray for comprehensive pest control

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Mortein, a renowned name in pest control, has unveiled its innovative product—Mortein 2-in-1, India’s first dual-action spray that promises 100% kill on both mosquitoes and cockroaches. The new campaign, titled ‘Bacche Bacche Ko Pataa Hai’, aims to address rising health concerns among Indian families, especially during the monsoon season when pests are prevalent. Saurabh Jain, Regional Marketing Director at Reckitt, emphasized the need for a product that caters to households battling both mosquitoes and cockroaches. “Most pest spray users choose products designed for either mosquitoes or cockroaches, leaving them vulnerable. Our 2-in-1 solution ensures comprehensive protection for Indian homes,” he…