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18 Jan

IBM Skills Build will equip Gujarat’s workforce with essential skills in AI

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IBM has partnered with the Commissionerate of Technical Education in Gujarat, India, to enhance the state's technical and professional education. The partnership aims to equip Gujarat's workforce with essential skills in AI, cybersecurity, hybrid cloud, and other emerging technologies. The IBM SkillsBuild initiative will equip Gujarat's workforce with generative AI, hybrid cloud, and other emerging technologies. The collaboration is driven by the Gujarat government's commitment to fostering opportunities and nurturing a dynamic workforce. Union Minister of Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, stated that the collaboration will further enhance the state's technical education excellence, shaping a skilled…

17 Jan

In temple town Ayodhya, artificial intelligence is keeping an eye on security

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Ayodhya is being fortified with a help of manpower and technology, including AI-powered cameras and drones with anti-drone features for the upcoming Ram Mandir's grand 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony on January 22. The UP police is getting the support from all religious groups, who are cooperating with authorities to make the event a historical success, according to sources. "This is going to be a successful event. Nothing major we see which is troubling any security agency of state or centre. No international threat is visibly seen so far and the Ayodhya administration is all set to manage all events successfully. Muslim…

17 Jan

Littering Issue at Atal Setu Begins! Viral Photo Shows Travellers Flout Rules by Stopping on India’s Longest Sea Bridge to Click Pics

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PM Modi inaugurated Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu in Navi Mumbai on January 12. The bridge was build with an objective to providing expeditious connectivity to Mumbai International Airport, and Navi Mumbai International Airport. After 2-3 days of the inauguration ceremony, videos of people breaking traffic rules started surfacing on social media. While some can be seen parking their vehicles on the side of the bridge and clicking selfies, others can be seen littering on the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL). https://twitter.com/rushikesh_agre_/status/1746420279860236607?s=20 https://twitter.com/mumbaimatterz/status/1746264060478558432?s=20 One user said, ''Sad. Need to respect all our public infrastructure. Considering the whole stretch…

17 Jan

Tata starts the production of vehicles from its new factory

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Tata Passenger Electric Mobility Ltd. (TPEM), a subsidiary of Tata Motors, has announced the start of production of passenger vehicles from its new factory in Sanand, Gujarat. The facility, acquired from Ford India on January 10, 2023, is located in the industrial hub of GIDC Sanand and will be Tata Motors' second plant in Gujarat to manufacture ICE and EV models. Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director of Tata Motors, celebrated the first car rollout at the new TPEM facility in Sanand, expressing gratitude to the Gujarat Government and employees. The plant houses four main shops: Stamping, Body construction, Paint, and Final…

17 Jan

Tata Motors introduces a comprehensive customer engagement program called ‘Customer Care Mahotsav’

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Tata Motors, India's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has launched a comprehensive customer engagement program called 'Customer Care Mahotsav', scheduled to take place from January 14th to March 30th, 2024, at all authorized service outlets. The Customer Care Mahotsav will provide a platform for fleet owners and truck drivers to engage and understand their needs. It offers benefits like vehicle check-ups by trained technicians, discounts on Tata Genuine Parts, and value-added services like Annual Maintenance Contract, Fleet Management Solutions, and Fleet Edge. Drivers will receive comprehensive training on safe driving practices, health check-ups, hygiene kits, and value propositions under the SampoornaSeva…

17 Jan

Coca-Cola Bottling Operations to be re-franchised

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Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd (HCCB) has announced the transfer of bottling operations in three territories, including the North-East market and select areas of West Bengal, to Moon Beverages Private Limited. The company is committed to a smooth transition with minimal disruption for customers, consumers, and system associates. The transfers will focus on investments in innovation, infrastructure, technical capabilities, talent acquisition, and business expansion while strengthening existing capabilities to deliver unparalleled beverage experiences to consumers. The Coca-Cola system in India aims to become a world-class production and sales organization, and the re-franchising of bottling operations aims to streamline the region's…

17 Jan

Visit Dr. Nitesh Jain, a renowned Urologist, for consultation

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Renowned Dr. Nitish Jain, an MBBS, MS, MCH (UROLOGY) consultant, endoscopist, and laparoscopic robotic urologist, practices at Apollo Hospitals in Chennai. Dr. Jain provides consultation for kidney stone, urinary complaints, enlarged prostate, kidney cancer, prostate or bladder cancer, erectile dysfunction, and sexual problems. Dr. Jain will be accessible on January 20 at Apollo Medical Centre, 48/1F Leela Roy Sarani, Gariahat Road, opposite Orchestra Co-Operative Housing Society, Kolkata. Call +91 80173 63636/+91 62922 33636 to make an appointment or to register. Additionally, Dr. Nitish Jain will be accepting appointments at the Apollo Hospitals (Chennai) Information Center in Patra Bazzar, Krishna Nagar…

17 Jan

EaseMyTrip introduces EaseMyTrip Insurance Broker Private Limited

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EaseMyTrip.com, one of India’s second largest online travel tech platform has launched its new subsidiary, EaseMyTrip Insurance Broker Private Limited. This is a strategic move by the company to diversify its service portfolio and tap into the insurance market by creating a specialized product to solve customer needs. The new venture is expected to solidify EaseMyTrip's position in the industry and cater to an INR 7.9 trillion market with EaseMyTrip’s own 20 Million userbase. EaseMyTrip Insurance Broker Private Limited has been established as a separate entity under the ETPL brand, with Mr. Nishant Pitti as the Director, whose leadership and…

17 Jan

Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9 to lose blood-oxygen tracking

Priyanka BhowmickIndia, BusinessBusiness, India

Apple Inc. It is considering removing the blood oxygen sensor from its latest smartwatches - the Series 9 and Ultra 2 - to get a US ban on the devices if an appeal against the decision fails. Apple is pursuing a bid to overturn a US ruling that blocked use of its technology. According to reports, the US Customs and Border Protection has approved the potential redesign of Apple Smartwatches Series 9, and Ultra 2 sans that blood-oxygen sensor. According to reports, US Customs and Border Protection has approved a potential redesign of the Apple smartwatch Series 9 and Ultra…

17 Jan

Justdial co-operates with AIDCL to Empower Micro Food Processing Enterprises

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Justdial is pleased to announce a new collaboration with Assam Industrial Development Corporation Limited (AIDCL). This collaboration is an important step towards the digitization of enterprises covered by the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) plan, which AIDCL is now implementing. Just Dial and AIDCL have agreed to collaborate for three years to support the PMFME scheme's objectives. Justdial will digitize micro-food processing firms registered under the scheme, while AIDCL will partner with them and exchange vital information. The strategic agreement aims to enhance these companies' digital presence and competitiveness in the unorganised food processing industry. The…