Business News Northeast - Latest Business Northeast News & Updates

31 Oct

Vi set to transform Telco into Techco by introducing a Live 5G experience at IMC 2023

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

In line with its vision to transform ‘Telco’ to ‘Techco’, the leading telecom operator, Vi, is bringing a Live 5G experience for its users at the telecom sector’s iconic event, India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2023 scheduled for October 27-29, 2023 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. Vi has developed various use cases for next-gen technology and the 5G network in enterprises, consumers, and community development through partnerships and ecosystem players. India's Prime Minister visited India's first IoT solution, Sanchaar Shakti, to enhance the country's ports' efficiency and connectivity. Developed in partnership with Freight Tiger and Roadcast, the solution aims to…

31 Oct

India’s youngest baby saved by ECMO air transport – another milestone by Rainbow Children’s Hospital

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

Rainbow Children’s Hospital has displayed the highest degree of medical expertise and commitment by saving an 18-month-old baby boy from Goa who was suffering from severe Pneumonia and ARDS and was on the highest ventilatory support. Rainbow Children’s Hospital, Hyderabad, has demonstrated excellent teamwork, coordination, and commitment witha heroic effort to save this little child. This is the first time a medical intervention such as this one has taken place in our country. A child with ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome) due to Influenza pneumonia was on respiratory support for a week, including high-frequency ventilation, 100% oxygen, and maximum support…

31 Oct

HMD Global reveals Nokia 105 Classic with Stylish Design and UPI payments starting Rs 999

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, today announces an exciting addition to its market-leading feature phone portfolio with the new Nokia 105 Classic, starting at just Rs. 999. The phone comes with an inbuilt UPI application, combining the trusted reliability of Nokia phones with the convenience and accessibility of UPI, enabling users to securely and seamlessly perform UPI payment transactions even without a smartphone. The Nokia 105 Classic, with its wireless radio, long battery life, and affordability, offers a reliable and reassurance-oriented phone experience. Ravi Kunwar, VP- India& APAC, HMD Global said “With the feature-packed Nokia 105 Classic in…

31 Oct

RBI granted in-principle authorization to Zaakpay to function as an online payment aggregator

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

Zaakpay, a reliable and secure payment gateway arm of MobiKwik, has received in-principle authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as a payment aggregator. RBI’s in-principle authorisation will enable Zaakpay to onboard new merchants onto its platform for quick and easy processing of online payments. Zaakpay, a trusted payment gateway partner, collaborates with top brands in e-commerce, mobility, and bill payments, offering over 100 payment methods including UPI, debit and credit cards, Net Banking, and mobile wallets. Zaakpay provides various encryption levels and system-level firewalls, adhering to all PAPG compliances, including PCI DSS, PA DSS, Tokenisation, and…

31 Oct

Vi Offers IoT lab-as-a-service in Collaboration with C-DOT

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

Vodafone Idea, a leading IoT operator, is partnering with C-DOT to establish a unique IoT Lab in India. The lab aims to promote standardization and interoperability in the IoT ecosystem, aligning with the government's mission to accelerate IoT adoption. Since Dec'22, the IoT lab has tested over 50 devices across various industries, promoting the adoption of oneM2M standards as the national standard for IoT solution design by BIS. The lab tests and certifies compatibility with these standards, ensuring network performance and solution interoperability, thereby promoting the proliferation of IoT solutions. Vi Business's Lab-as-a-Service initiative, Vi C-DOT IoT Lab, can test…

31 Oct

Nissan unveiled its all-electric, high-performance Nissan Hyper Force concept

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

At the Japan Mobility Show, Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. unveiled the Nissan Hyper Force, the resounding finale to its innovative series of five “hyper” concept vehicles. With one EV concept revealed every week since Oct 3 leading up to the show, Nissan displayed its ability to envision a wide range of future customer needs and lifestyles, and to enrich people’s lives with innovation and excitement. The vehicle showcases electrified mobility, vehicle intelligence, and connectivity, aiming to make life easier, more connected, and more exciting. Nissan is also showcasing its comprehensive approach to creating an EV ecosystem for a more sustainable…

30 Oct

Tata Motors released its 9th Annual CSR Report for FY2023

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

Tata Motors, India's leading automobile company, released its 9th Annual CSR Report, highlighting its extensive efforts towards addressing some of India’s most critical and social challenges across the domains of Health (Aarogya), Education (Vidyadhanam), Employability (Kaushalya) and Environment (Vasundhara). Collectively, these efforts have benefitted more than 60 lakh lives over the past 10 years, with a significant percentage of beneficiaries belonging to the marginalised communities. In 2014, Tata Motors adopted a comprehensive 4-pillar approach to streamline its CSR initiatives across the country. This involved leveraging digital technologies, fostering partnerships with diverse stakeholders, and strengthening trust with communities. The company achieved…

30 Oct

Adani Wilmar’s brings alive the joy of Durga Puja festivities as women celebrates

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

Sindur Khela’, a vibrant tradition celebrated on the last day of Durga Puja, sees women joyfully applying sindur to one and another, symbolizing the celebration of both womanhood and the divine energy embodied by Goddess Durga. It is also a part of the ritual send off to the Goddess, celebrated with sweets, paan and the application of Sindur. Adani Wilmar, India's leading FMCG company, celebrated the festive season by presenting locally designed A life soap hampers at Netaji Pandal in Agartala. During the grand celebration, Adani Wilmar set up vibrant stalls with traditional Bengali décor. Commenting on this initiative at…

30 Oct

Adani Wilmar, celebrated ‘Sindur Khela’ by presenting Alife soap hampers at Tarapur Silchar

Business Bureau0 CommentsBusiness

Adani Wilmar, India's leading FMCG company, celebrated the festival by presenting locally designed Alife soap hampers at Tarapur Silchar, Assam. Sindur Khela, a traditional ritual on the last day of Durga Puja, involves women applying Sindur to each other, symbolizing the celebration of womanhood and the divine energy of Goddess Durga. The Alife soap hampers were distributed to women in Sindur Khela, exhibiting the true spirit of the festival. The hampers contained traditional beetle leaves, Alife’s soaps along with a sindur pouch with delectable mishti (sweets) as a token of cultural appreciation. Adani Wilmar's Associate Vice President, Marketing and Sales,…

30 Oct

Onion prices touch ₹75 per kg, doubles in a week in Chandigarh

Priyanka Bhowmick0 CommentsBusiness, IndiaBusiness, India

The price hike is being attributed to shortage in supply of kharif onion from the country's top producer Maharashtra, which is affecting other states as well.In just seven days, the price of onion at Apni Mandi in the city shot up by 100%, from ₹35 per kg on 23 October to ₹70 per kg on 29 October.Amid rising prices, the central government on Saturday imposed a minimum export price (MEP) of $800 per tonne (₹67 per kg) on onion exports till December 31 to ensure domestic availability. “Onion export is free. A MEP of $800 FOB (Free on Board) has…