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23 Jan

India signed an agreement with Argentina for exploration of Lithium

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The Indian Government's agreement related to the exploration of five lithium blocks in Argentina will prove to be a milestone in the direction of reducing carbon emissions. Apart from this, it will also help in reducing India's dependence on China for import of lithium.India has signed a strategic agreement with Argentina for lithium exploration and mining, marking India's first project. The agreement covers 15,703 hectares and includes five lithium brine blocks.Lithium is crucial for energy conversion and is essential for lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles and battery energy storage systems. India has been relying on countries like China, Australia, and…

23 Jan

Tata Passenger Electric Mobility unveils its first pure EV ‘Punch.ev’

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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd (TPEM),a subsidiary of Tata Motors and the pioneer of India's EV revolution, today launched its first pure EV - the Punch.ev. It’s the first product using the advanced Pure EV architecture. Available in Smart, Adventure, and Empowered personas, this versatile electric vehicle is priced at INR 10.99 Lakh and will be available at Tata Motors showrooms and Tata.ev stores across India. Its eco-conscious and cost-effective offering transcends the ordinary. TATA.ev's Punch.ev is a groundbreaking addition to their portfolio, blending Punch brand reliability with the latest electric vehicle technology, providing an exceptional driving experience with zero…

23 Jan

Samsung unveils ‘Future Fest’, offering exciting deals on AI-powered premium TV range

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Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, announced ‘The Future Fest’ to provide consumers exciting offers and attractive cashbacks on its premium, 55-inch and Get exclusive gifts like Galaxy S23 Ultra smartphone, Serif TV, and Soundbars with premium Neo QLED, OLED, QLED, and 4K UHD TV models. The Future Fest’ is a great opportunity for consumers to upgrade to the future of cinematic audio-visual experience with Dolby Atmos, Neural AI Quantum Processor and AI Upscaling with enviable bundled deals this Republic Day. Starting January 31, 2024, customers can receive free gifts like a Galaxy S23 Ultra worth INR 124999, a 50-inch…

22 Jan

Samsung makes new record of 250,000 pre-bookings of Galaxy S24 Series in three days

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Samsung is poised for a financial triumph as its latest Galaxy S24 series achieves an unparalleled feat of 250,000 pre-bookings in just three days since the commencement on January 18. This financial prowess eclipses the Galaxy S23 series, previously achieving a similar figure over a three-week span. Raju Pullan, Senior Vice President, MX Business, Samsung India, lauded the success, emphasizing the Galaxy S24 series, fueled by Galaxy AI, as a catalyst for a new era in mobile technology. The 'Made in India' smartphones, Galaxy S24 Ultra, S24+, and S24, redefine communication with Live Translate, Interpreter, and AI-driven keyboard translation in…

22 Jan

JLR India launches the new and enhanced Discovery Sport in India

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JLR India launched the new and enhanced Discovery Sport in India,The Discovery Sport is versatile by design offering up to seven seats and a dramatically refined new interior that exudes modern luxury. The Discovery Sport is offered in Dynamic SE with two powertrain options: a 2.0 l petrol engine with 183 kW and 365 Nm torque, and a 2.0 l Ingenium diesel engine with 150 kW and 430 Nm torque. The Discovery Sport now comes with a digital instrument cluster and steering wheel-mounted gearshift paddles as standard, along with a redesigned center console with a floating 28.95 cm curved glass…

22 Jan

NSE secures 5th consecutive year as world’s largest derivative exchange

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The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) Group has reaffirmed its global dominance in the derivatives market, securing the top spot for the fifth consecutive year in 2023, as announced by the Futures Industry Association (FIA). In addition to this, NSE has clinched the 3rd position globally in the equity segment, according to statistics provided by the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE). The accolades come amid a year of remarkable milestones for the Indian stock market, with the market capitalization of listed companies surpassing USD 4 trillion. Notably, SME listed companies surpassed the Rs 1,00,000 crore mark, and the Nifty…

22 Jan

Amazon stops selling prasad of Ayodhya Ram Mandir

Priyanka BhowmickBusiness, IndiaBusiness, India

Amazon on Saturday said it has removed sweets sold as "Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad", a day after receiving a notice from the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) for selling misleading products. Amazon acknowledged it had received a communication from the CCPA about misleading product claims by certain sellers and said it was "investigating them for violations." "In the interim, we are taking appropriate action against such listings by our policies," an Amazon spokesperson said in a statement. CCPA has issued a notice to Amazon for selling sweets called 'Shri Ram Mandir Ayodhya Prasad'. The action was initiated by the…

20 Jan

Gifts from several Countries reach Ayodhya in commemoration of Lord Ram

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With the inauguration of Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir few days away, gifts from across the world have started reaching the holy city. Along with this, other countries are also adopting measures so that their Hindu diaspora can celebrate this inauguration, making the 22nd of January event not just an Indian celebration but rather a global one. Over 3,000 gifts, including silver shoes, ornaments, and clothing, destined for Lord Ram from Sita's birthplace in Nepal, have been successfully delivered to Ayodhya. The gifts were transported in a convoy of 30 vehicles from the Janakpur Dham Ramjanaki Temple to Ayodhya. Additionally, a delegation…

20 Jan

Visit Dr. K. P. Kosygan, a renowned orthopaedic surgeon, for consultation

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Dr. K. P. Kosygan is an Msc, Mch (Ortho), FRCS (Tr&ortho), CCT (UK), and a renowned orthopaedic surgeon at Apollo Hospital in Chennai. Specializing in knee and hip joint pain, joint replacement, robotic knee and hip replacement, trauma, arthroscopic ligament reconstruction surgery, and foot and ankle deformity. Patients are requested to register with their names and documents at Apollo Hospitals on Sunday, January 21st, from 9.00 a.m. onward at the Apollo Hospitals (Chennai) Regional Office, Diamond Prestige Building, 4th Floor, Nonapukur Bus Stop, or call +91 80173 63636 or +9162922 33636, or please visit www.apollohospitals.com.

20 Jan

CDSL breaks barriers, launches multi-lingual initiatives to transform investor experience

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Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) hit a high note in its silver jubilee celebrations with the launch of innovative initiatives, turning the page on conventional investor experiences. SEBI Chairperson Smt. Madhabi Puri Buch unveiled these groundbreaking endeavors during the silver jubilee function on January 17, 2024. In a harmonious move towards inclusivity, 'Apka CAS – Apki Zubaani' now allows investors to receive statements in 23 Indian languages, providing a personalized touch to financial transactions. Complementing this, the 'CDSL Buddy Sahayta 24*7' chatbot, available in multiple languages, serenades investors with round-the-clock assistance. CDSL's commitment to financial literacy crescendoed with the…