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02 Feb

The New Range Rover Evoque

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JLR India has officially launched the new and enhanced Range Rover Evoque in India, featuring a charismatic, sophisticated character with the latest technologies and luxurious material choices. The vehicle is available in Dynamic SE with two powertrain options: 2.0 l petrol engine and 2.0 l Ingenium diesel engine. The redesigned interior features a clean center console design with a tactile gear shifter, Pivi Pro infotainment via a 28.95 cm curved glass touchscreen, and a panoramic roof. The exterior character is further enhanced with Moonlight Chrome on the steering wheel, center console trim, and air vents. The Range Rover Evoque is…

02 Feb

Orientbell Tiles new campaign: 100% Tiles and 0% Celebs

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Orientbell Tiles is launching a campaign called 100% Tiles and 0% Celebs, which aims to challenge the norm that equates star power with product worth. The campaign, which will unfold across various media channels, aims to captivate hearts and minds by sparking a dialogue on what truly defines excellence and customer delight. The campaign is not just about tiles, but also the authenticity behind countless celeb endorsements. Only 25% of consumers believe most celebs use the products they endorse, and over 50% want to hold celebs accountable for the claims they endorse. The campaign is designed to engage, provoke thought,…

02 Feb

Samsung plans to make Galaxy AI available across 100 million devices

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Samsung Electronics announced plans to make Galaxy AI available across 100 million devices worldwide this year. The company's flagship smartphones have seen double-digit growth in India, with the Galaxy S23 series sales 1.4 times higher than the previous Galaxy S22 series. Samsung believes that mobiles will become the primary access point for AI technology, making them the perfect vessel for revolutionizing user experience through Galaxy AI. The Galaxy S24 series takes a hybrid approach to optimizing the AI user experience, whether on-device or in the cloud, to provide a meaningful user experience with tangible benefits. With the Galaxy S24, Samsung…

01 Feb

Shri Teli anticipate Northeast to be a vibrant energy sector hub following Cairn’s ‘Barmer Model’

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Shri Rameshwar Teli, MoS - Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Labour & Employment, and Member of Parliament representing Dibrugarh since 2014 said the Northeastern states have the potential to emerge as a vibrant energy sector hub. He also talked about his commitment to driving transformative change in the Northeast’s petroleum and natural gas sector. Shri Teli observed the remarkable socio-economic development in Barmer, Rajasthan, where per capita income has increased by an impressive 650 per cent since the start of oil production at the Cairn Oil and Gas facility. Assam and the Northeast region are crucial for India's…

01 Feb

Tata has introduced its technologically advanced engine

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Tata Motors has introduced the Turbotronn 2.0 engine, a technologically advanced engine designed to make trucking more efficient and reliable. This indigenously developed engine is available in 180-204 PS power nodes and powers trucks in the 19-42 tonne segment. The engine is designed to address specific needs and is perfect for various applications such as intercity and long haul, e-commerce, and logistics. It has set nine national and regional records on debut and is fully compliant with the BS6 Phase 2 emission norms. The engine is platform-agnostic and comes with a warranty of 6 years/6 lakh km. The 5-liter turbocharged…

01 Feb

Samsung R&D Institute, Noida has signed a MoU IIT Kanpur

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Samsung R&D Institute, Noida (SRI-Noida) has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) to focus on key growth areas, including joint research projects by students, faculty, and Samsung engineers. These research projects will span areas such as health, visual, framework and B2B security, and cutting-edge technology areas such as Generative AI and Cloud. The MoU was signed by Mr. Kyungyun Roo, Managing Director, SRI-Noida, Prof. Tarun Gupta, Dean, Research and Development, IIT Kanpur and in the presence other senior delegates. Apart from research projects, the MoU seeks to provide opportunities for upskilling…

01 Feb

Tata Motors announced the delivery of advanced Ultra EV air-conditioned electric buses to Jammu

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Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced that it has delivered state-of-the-art Ultra EV air-conditioned electric buses to Jammu Smart City Limited through TML Smart City Mobility Solutions (J&K) Pvt Ltd, a Tata Motors Group company. The Housing and Urban Development Department of the Government of Jammu & Kashmir is implementing an environmentally sustainable public transportation system in Jammu. The initiative includes emission-free Tata Motors electric buses, manufactured in India, with advanced amenities and state-of-the-art electric power systems. These buses are part of a larger 12-year order to supply, maintain, and operate 100 electric buses in Srinagar and Jammu…

01 Feb

Republic Day Honor: Skill Ecosystem Entrepreneurs Recognized as Distinguished Guests for the First Time

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Aligned with the vision of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri. Narendra Modi to make Bharat a nation of job creators, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Hon’ble Minister of Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India interacted with over 100 entrepreneurs who have been trained under various skill development institutions like National Institute of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), Indian Institute of Entrepreneurship (IIE) and Skill India’s flagship scheme— Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). Shri. Nirmaljit Singh Kalsi, President of NCVET, Shri. Atul Kumar Tiwari, Secretary of MSDE, and Smt. Trishaljit Sethi, Director General of DGT, attended the event. Entrepreneurs…

01 Feb

President of India inaugurates Kaushal Bhawan, a symbol of the country’s commitment to empowering its youth through skills

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India's President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, inaugurated the Kaushal Bhawan, a symbol of the country's commitment to empowering its youth through skills. The initiative is part of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's Skill India Mission, emphasizing the importance of skills in capacity building and creating a future-ready workforce. The Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) plans to launch programs and initiatives to nurture India's young talent and guide the nation towards a more skilled future. The event was also graced by the esteemed presence of Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister, Education and, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship; Shri. Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Minister…

01 Feb

NESFB enlists former RBI chief General Manager Shrimohan Yadav as independent Director

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North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) introduced Mr. Shrimohan Yadav as its newly appointed Independent Director. With a formidable 36-year track record, including 29 years at the helm of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Mr. Yadav brings an unparalleled wealth of experience and vision to NESFB. Renowned for his instrumental role at the RBI, particularly as the Chief General Manager of the Department of Regulation, Mr. Yadav spearheaded groundbreaking initiatives in private sector bank ownership, mergers, and governance. His multifaceted expertise encompasses supervision, regulation, rural development, financial inclusion, and human resources management. NESFB's visionary step in securing Mr. Yadav…