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01 Jan

IHCL Hotels’ special offers in north-east

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Celebrate the New Year with stunning views of the Eastern Himalayan Range, thriving wilderness, and refreshing Sikkim at Taj Guras Kutir Resort & Spa in Gangtok. Taj Chia Kutir Resort & Spa in Darjeeling offers a luxurious experience for New Year celebrations, nestled in the prestigious Makaibari Tea Estate, surrounded by lush greenery. In the verdant forests of Pangthang, the resort blends holiday cheer, serenity, and festive spirit. Vivanta Guwahati, located in Assam's capital, offers a sophisticated urban getaway for international business travelers, adventurers, and those who appreciate finer things in life. Vivanta Sikkim, Pakyong, offers memorable moments with loved…

31 Dec

Govt to prioritise certification for persons with disabilities as private sector shows interest in employing them

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The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has started putting its concern on certification programs for persons with disabilities(PwD), as more and more entities in the private sector are recruiting them. "We want to ensure that individuals with disabilities receive recognition for their skills. The government is making efforts to integrate accessibility topics into educational curricula, emphasising the importance of preparing students for an inclusive and diverse workforce," said Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. The Secretary noticed that the private sector's blooming interest in recruiting individuals with disabilities, particularly in visual elements. "Certification is crucial,"…

31 Dec

LG developed a two-legged AI-powered robot that can watch your pets for you

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LG Electronics (LG) will unveil its new smart home assistant at CES 2024. This smart home assistant has been made like a robot with wheels and legs. The assistant is a super smart helper which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to manage homes. It also has other special features like it can recognize images, and understand the meaning behind your words, expresses feelings by moving its legs and can keep an eye on your pets in your absence. There are number of smart features incorporated in Robot which will act like a house-keeper. It has an ability to detect temperature and…

30 Dec

RBI approved KMBL to appoint Mr. C S Rajan as Part-time Chairman

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Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (KMBL) has been approved by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to appoint Mr. C S Rajan as the Part-time Chairman for two years, effective 1st January 2024, following the retirement of Prakash Apte. Mr. Rajan is set to become the next Part-time Chairman of the Bank's Board, following the retirement of Mr. Prakash Apte, who will be retiring on 31st December 2023. Mr. C S Rajan, a former Chief Secretary of Rajasthan's Government, has been appointed as an Independent Director on the Bank's Board since October 22, 2022. With over 40 years of experience, Rajan…

30 Dec

IndiaSkills encourages individuals to showcase their talents

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IndiaSkills 2023-24 is a competition that represents the nation's heartbeat. It invites individuals nationwide to showcase their talents and embark on a journey where skills guide success. The event aims to witness dreams turning into reality. Dharamraj Thiyagarajan, a mechatronics engineering graduate from Shri Krishna College of Engineering, started his entrepreneurial journey in 2018 after winning a skill competition organized by the National Skill Development Corporation. He focuses on Mobile Robotics, Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality. Mahima Gandhi, founder of Mahima Gandhi Makeup & Nail Studio, found self-belief through WorldSkills 2019-20 and established her makeup studio despite the COVID-19 pandemic.…

30 Dec

Tata Motors set to delivered 100 Starbus EVs to BMTC

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Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has accelerated Bengaluru's electrified public transport with the delivery of technologically-advanced Starbus EVs to Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC). This marks a significant milestone as part of a larger order as per the agreement between TML Smart City Mobility Solutions Ltd., a Tata Motors subsidiary, and BMTC, encompassing the commencement of supply, operation and maintenance of 921 state-of-the-art 12-metre low-floor electric buses, over a 12-year period. Tata Motors' smart electric bus was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri Siddaramaiah, along withHon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri DK Shivakumar, Shri…

30 Dec

ICC and Coca-Cola extended its partnership for eight years

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) and Coca-Cola are thrilled to announce an eight-year global partnership encompassing ICC World events across all three formats, up until the end of 2031. The signing ceremony at the ICC's headquarters marked a historic milestone for Coca-Cola's commitment to sports, confirming their eight-year partnership as a Global Partner for the ICC, marking one of the longest-ever associations formed with a single brand, spanning 13 years (2019-2031). The Coca-Cola Company is set to become exclusive non-alcoholic beverage partners for all major international cricket events, including the ICC Cricket World Cups, ICC T20 World Cups, and ICC…

30 Dec

Deepika Padukone been appointed as the brand ambassador for TECNO Smartphones

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TECNO, a premium global smartphone brand, has appointed Indian superstar Deepika Padukone as its brand ambassador, marking a significant step in delivering innovation while maintaining style and accessibility, catering to consumers' needs.TECNO is buzzing with excitement as Deepika brings an incredible mix of talent, charisma & iconicity! This strategic partnership is not just collaboration; it's a full-on commitment from TECNO to ride the wave of innovation while grooving to the beats of the young, diverse, and dynamic audience. Commenting on the new collaboration, Deepika Padukone, said “TECNO's lifestyle-tailored approach seamlessly blends innovation, style, design, and accessibility, resonating with the spirit…

30 Dec

IHCL inaugurates a new Vivanta hotel in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

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Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) has opened a new Vivanta hotel in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, offering panoramic views of the Tawang Valley and the majestic Himalayas at a height of 10,000 feet. Nestled within ten acres of verdant landscapes, Vivanta Arunachal Pradesh, Tawang is a sanctuary located just a short drive from the majestic Tawang Monastery, the second largest in the world. The 80 rooms and suites offer stunning views of the surrounding valleys and mountains, while Mynt, the signature all-day diner, offers culinary delights, Wink, a chic lounge bar, and Swirl, the deli, offers the finest confectionery. Tawang, a top…

30 Dec

Vi introduces an international roaming campaign this travel season

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With an aim to make international travel affordable and for consumers to enjoy this travel season, leading Telecom operator Vi, has dialed-up its international roaming campaign. Keeping up with their ethos of providing ‘Truly Unlimited International Roaming’ experience, Vi is offering Unlimited Free Incoming while travelling abroad. In addition to Unlimited Free Incoming, the Truly Unlimited International Roaming plans from Vi offers Unlimited Data and Voice calling (Outgoing) for the Vi users traveling abroad, this travel season. Vi is offering budget-friendly international roaming plans with free incoming calls across 100+ countries starting at Rs. 133/day. This price point is valid…