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21 Dec

Tata Motors initiative ‘LEAP’

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Tata Motors LEAP (Learn Earn and Progress Programme) has been a success for the past decade, providing sustainable livelihoods to unskilled youths from disadvantaged sections of society. The program, run under the Public-Private-Partnership Model, has grown from two institutes in 2013 to 60 institutes by 2022, with 1500 youth trained annually. The 12-month program, which focuses on inclusivity, has trained underprivileged youth from rural, urban, and semi-urban localities, dropping out of school. Vinod Kulkarni, Tata Motors' Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, believes that LEAP transcends a skills program and qualifies as a transformative program, shaping the future of attendees into…

21 Dec

Nestlé celebrates 5yrs of Project Hilldaari

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Project Hilldaari is a Nestlé India initiative in partnership with PLAN Foundation and Stree Mukti Sangathana and technical partner Recity India Pvt Ltd. Over the last five years, project Hilldaari has successfully developed inclusive and resilient models for waste management in select tourist cities of India. The project is currently operational in Ponda, Mussoorie, Mahabaleshwar, Munnar, Dalhousie, Darjeeling and Palampur. Project Hilldaari in India has successfully diverted over 28,000 MT of waste from landfills through source segregation, with 80% of segregation achieved across over 20,000 residential and commercial waste collection points. Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Suresh Narayanan, Chairman and…

21 Dec

Kotak School of Sustainability-India’s first fully integrated school of sustainability

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The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) and Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited (KMBL) have announced the launch of India's first fully integrated school of sustainability. The initiative, which aims to promote pedigree education, research, and outreach, will focus on multiple facets of sustainability, enabling India's goal of pursuing sustainable development. The Hon’ble Minister of Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the initiative. Global warming poses a serious threat to our existence, manifesting in untimely natural calamities, pollution, and biodiversity loss. To address this challenge, Kotak School of Sustainability will bring together departments and centers of excellence…

21 Dec

KMBL commemorates Senior Citizens by presenting New Life Experiences to Grand Savings Program

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Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited ("KMBL"/Kotak) has partnered with GetSetUp, a peer-to-peer platform, to offer a variety of health and wellness experiences for senior citizens with the Kotak Grand Savings Programme. Under this initiative, senior citizens get exclusive access to thousands of classes, events and experiences in health, nutrition, wellness, etc., and in the process become a part of a community and foster genuine connections, as part of their membership. According to the National Statistical Office (NSO)’s Elderly in India 2021 report, India’s elderly population (aged 60 and above) is expected to touch 194 million in 2031- from 138 million in…

21 Dec

MAHE Researchers lead innovational study in India on Parkinson’s Disease and Gut Microbiome Link

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A study conducted by the Microbiome working group at the Enteric Diseases Division, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), has placed India on the global map in Parkinson’s disease research. This landmark research explores the connection between the gut microbiome and Parkinson’s disease, a critical step in understanding this neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects the elderly. The team, led by Dr. Mamatha Ballal and comprising Dr. Sujith Pavan, Dr. Sankar Prasad Gorthi, Dr. Arvind Prabhu, Dr. Bhabatosh Das, Dr. Ankur Mutreja, Dr. Vignesh Shetty, Dr. Ramamurthy, and Dr. Karthick Vasudevan, has made a significant contribution by investigating the intestinal microbial…

21 Dec

A healthcare policy making global healthcare accessible

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Reliance General Insurance Company Limited (RGICL), a leading general insurance company in India, has launched "Reliance Health Global," a healthcare policy designed to make global healthcare accessible to Indians. The policy offers comprehensive coverage for overseas treatment, including critical illnesses like Cancer and Bypass Surgery, as well as exceptional domestic coverage. It stands out for its unlimited sum-insured within India, offering security and peace of mind for policyholders. The policy also covers travel, accommodation, and end-to-end Visa and Assistance Services, addressing emergencies like Lost Passport or Emergency Cash. The policy also offers massive sum-insured coverage of up to USD 1…

21 Dec

Tally Solutions introduces TallyPrime 4.0

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To address the ever-evolving needs of the MSME Ecosystem, Tally Solutions, India's leading business management software provider, announces the global launch of TallyPrime 4.0. Tally Prime 4.0 is a new product launched to enhance the business management system (BMS) experience for business owners and end users. It aims for a 50% customer base growth and a 40% CAGR in the next 2-3 years, featuring intuitive dashboards, effortless data import from MS Excel, and WhatsApp for Business. TallyPrime 4.0 offers businesses the ability to utilize its powerful reporting engine and new 'Intuitive Dashboards' for unlimited visual data analysis. It also integrates…

19 Dec

Varun Beverages To Acquire Stake In South Africa’s The Beverage Company

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Varun Beverages Ltd.'s one of the largest franchise bottlers of PepsiCo globally, board of directors confirmed the acquisition of The Beverage Company and its subsidiaries to extend its geographical footprint in South Africa. The company will acquire 100% stake for Rs 1,320 crore in the South African soft-drink maker, along with its wholly owned subsidiaries with "an option to accept minority co-investment from large equity fund", an exchange filing said. The acquisition is subject to mandatory consent from PepsiCo Inc. and the Competition Commission of South Africa. The Beverage Company is involved in the business of manufacturing and distributing of…

19 Dec

Adecco Group and NSDC International partnering to promote international mobility for certified Indian candidates

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NSDC International (NSDCI), wholly owned subsidiary of National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and global workforce solutions company, the Adecco Group today announced a transformative collaboration aimed at fostering international mobility for proficient, certified Indian candidates. The partnership aims to unlock India's youth's potential for mutually beneficial opportunities, leveraging the strengths of both organizations. The partnership aims to boost the employment of qualified Indian candidates in Germany, Spain, Canada, and Australia, recognizing the global demand for skilled professionals. The partnership aims to create pathways for skilled Indian candidates to access international employment opportunities in sectors such as Healthcare, IT & Engineering,…

19 Dec

Tata Motors showcased its advanced range of future-ready mobility solutions at EXCON 2023

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Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, unveiled its innovative and advanced range of future ready mobility solutions at EXCON 2023 – South Asia's premier construction equipment exhibition. Embracing the theme ‘Moving India Forward’, the company reinforced its commitment to innovation, sustainability and excellence, serving the nation proudly. Tata Motors showcased its trucks and tippers engineered to perfectly suit the construction and infrastructure sectors, along with vehicles powered by green fuels, including Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) and battery electric. It also unveiled its wide range of aggregates, including engines designed for industrial equipment, axles and gensets. Tata Motors has launched…