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19 Feb

Škoda Auto India launchesexclusive Slavia Style Edition: A limited-edition masterpiece

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Breaking new ground in automotive luxury, Škoda Auto India introduces the highly anticipated Slavia Style Edition. Limited to just 500 units nationwide, this exclusive variant redefines the driving experience, combining unparalleled performance with exquisite design. Crafted on the foundation of the top-tier Style variant of the Slavia sedan, the Style Edition is powered by a potent 1.5 TSI engine paired with a seamless 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox. Available in captivating Candy White, Brilliant Silver, and Tornado Red colors, each Slavia Style Edition promises to make a bold statement on the road. Setting itself apart with a host of premium features,…

19 Feb

Walmart Vriddhi surpasses 50,000 MSME milestone, fuels digital retail revolution

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Walmart announces the unprecedented success of its supplier development endeavor, Walmart Vriddhi, as it surpasses its ambitious target of empowering over 50,000 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) within just five years. Since its inception in December 2019, this transformative program has provided MSMEs across India with invaluable resources, including free training, mentorship, and digital tools, facilitating seamless integration into domestic supply chains. In strategic collaboration with Swasti, Walmart Vriddhi strategically leverages Flipkart's platform prowess, enabling MSMEs to access a vast consumer base exceeding 500 million nationwide. The program has garnered significant support from states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh,…

19 Feb

India-Bangladesh river trade Launched, IHC Pranay Verma initiates cargo ship departure

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Today marks a pivotal moment in Indo-Bangladesh trade relations as the inaugural voyage of cargo ships sets sail between the river ports of Maiya, West Bengal, and Sultanganj, Bangladesh, along the Ganga river. High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, and Bangladesh's Minister of State for Shipping, Khalid Mahmood Choudhury, collaboratively launched operations by inaugurating the Sultanganj, Godagri Port of Call. Their joint effort included the symbolic flag-off of a cargo ship departing from Sultanganj bound for India's river port at Maiya. Simultaneously, India's Minister of State for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Shantanu Thakur, initiated the maiden cargo voyage…

17 Feb

Tata Motors signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Bandhan Bank

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Tata Motors, India's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bandhan Bank, one of India’s fastest-growing private sector banks, to offer convenient financing solutions to its commercial vehicle customers. Under this collaboration, Bandhan Bank will offer financing across the entire commercial vehicle portfolio and customers will benefit from the bank’s wide network and specially curated easy repayment plans. Tata Motors provides a wide variety of sub 1-tonne to 55-tonne cargo vehicles and 10-seater to 51-seater mass mobility solutions. These vehicles vary in small commercial vehicles and pickup, truck, and bus segments. The company ensures unparalleled…

17 Feb

NSDC collaborates with Ethnotech Academic Solutions Pvt Ltd

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The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Ethnotech Academic Solutions Pvt Ltd have launched the Centre for Future Skills in Kalaburagi, Karnataka, with the aim of providing outcome-driven, high-quality skill training to the youth and empowering them to achieve Vikshit Bharat by 2047. Shri. Subhas Sarkar, Hon’ble Minister of State for Higher Education, Government of India and Shri. Umesh Jadhav, Hon’ble Member of Parliament were the Chief Guest for the event along with Shri. Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International, Dr. Pratapsinh Desai, President, Indian Society for Technical Information (ISTE) and other dignitaries were present in the…

17 Feb

Plum Goodness and Plum Bodylovin’ announce new launches you can’t miss!

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Plum Goodness and Plum BodyLovin' have announced new launches that are not to be missed. Starting with the sunscreens, Plum has launched two new sunscreens. Plum Cica and Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen is a super-light daily sunscreen with broad-spectrum SPF 50 PA+++ UVA and UVB protection. It uses a hybrid formula of mineral UV filters and new scientific UV filters, providing skin protection without any harmful side effects. Squalane & Vitamin E Sunscreen is an essential part of any skincare routine, especially during summer months when the sun is at its strongest. It not only protects skin from harmful UV rays…

17 Feb

Mahindra Finance collaborates with IBM to drive financial inclusion with Super App

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IBM and Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited (Mahindra Finance) announced a strategic collaboration to build a super app that would serve as a single digital interface for consumers to access multiple businesses within Mahindra Finance. Mahindra Finance is launching a new app that will provide 24x7 digital access to its various lending businesses, including personal loans, enterprise loans, mortgage loans, leasing solutions, payments, fixed deposits, insurance solutions, and investment and wealth management solutions. The app will enhance the customer experience and strengthen Mahindra Finance's position as the financial solutions partner for emerging India. IBM Consulting will use human-centered design…

17 Feb

Tata Motors collaborates with UN-Backed LeadIT Initiative

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Tata Motors, a global leader in the automotive industry, announces its partnership with the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT), a global alliance launched by the governments of Sweden and India at the UN Climate Action Summit in September 2019. As a member of LeadIT, Tata Motors will be able to harness the power of global best practices, influence policy-making, and together with other members strengthen its climate action plans, thereby accelerating its transition towards net-zero emissions. Tata Motors is transforming its business by focusing on sustainability, implementing zero-emission products, renewable energy, and a circular economy. The company has installed…

17 Feb

Indri named the best ‘new world’ whisky by the Prestigious VinePair

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Indri-Trini, India's first triple cask single malt, has been awarded the Best 'New World' Whiskey title by VinePair, a US-based alco-bev platform, showcasing India's pride in its homegrown single malt brand. The recognition further strengthens Indri’s position as one of the fastest growing Indian single malt brands, both in India and overseas. Indri Diwali Collector's Edition won the Best Whisky in the World award at the Whiskies of the World Awards 2023, showcasing India's exceptional status in premium single malts. Since its launch in 2021, Indri-Trini has won over 14 international awards. VinePair, a platform that releases a list of…

17 Feb

Anil Agarwal’s Vedanta Resources’ financial revamp: A bold leap towards sustainability

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Anil Agarwal’s Vedanta Resources Ltd has successfully wrapped up a comprehensive debt restructuring initiative, underlining its commitment to long-term sustainability and resilience. The company disclosed today that it has executed an upfront payment of USD 779 million to its bondholders, culminating in the repayment process as part of the restructuring endeavor. The milestone achievement, announced on February 7, 2024, follows Vedanta's proactive efforts to garner consent from bondholders earlier this year to restructure four series of bonds, collectively amounting to USD 3.2 billion. Notably, these maturities have now been extended to 2029, a strategic move aimed at alleviating the company's…