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26 Jul

The New Health Normal Report- from Guwahati

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Guwahati residents are willing to sacrifice luxuries for better health insurance coverage due to the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the importance of a health-focused lifestyle. Aditya Birla Health Insurance Company Ltd (ABHICL) reports that the pandemic has impacted behavior, such as technology usage, diet monitoring, and exercise routines. ABHICL's survey of 6600 respondents in 19 cities, including Guwahati, revealed increased health and wellness awareness post-COVID-19. 79% of respondents emphasized the importance of financial planning and health insurance, as healthcare costs have raised. The shift from reactive to proactive care emphasizes the need for adequate health insurance coverage and a shift from…

25 Jul

Amazon miniTV enters Guinness World Records

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Amazon miniTV entered the Guinness World Records with the largest on-ground hip-hop dance activity during the premiere of its dance reality show 'Hip Hop India'. A total of 1870 dancers performed for over 5 minutes at Filmcity in Mumbai, with judges Remo D'Souza and Nora Fatehi, Amazon Advertising Head Girish Prabhu, and Nissan Motors India Head of Marketing Rajesh Srivastava. Special partners To the Culture and dancing crew Kings United led by Suresh Mukund choreographed the performance. Actor Nora Fatehi, a judge on Hip Hop India, praised the historic moment of setting a global record for the largest hip-hop performance.…

25 Jul

Kotak Mahindra Bank Share the Results for Q1FY24

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The Board of Directors of Kotak Mahindra Bank (“the Bank”) approved the unaudited standalone and consolidated results for the quarter ended June 30, 2023, at the Board meeting held in Mumbai.Kotak Mahindra Bank's standalone Q1FY24 results showed a 67% YoY increase in PAT (Price at Acquisition) to 3,452 crore, with net interest income (NII) increasing to 6,234 crore, and net interest margin (NIM) at 5.57. The bank's customer assets increased by 19% YoY to 3,37,031 crore, with unsecured retail advances at 10.7%. The bank's CASA ratio stood at 49.0%. Average current deposits grew to 59,431 crore, with savings deposits…

25 Jul

Shopsy introduces SuperCoin rewards program

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Shopsy, India’s fastest-growing hyper-value e-commerce platform, has launched the SuperCoin rewards program on its platform. Shopsy, Flipkart, Myntra, and Cleartrip now offer customers the opportunity to earn and redeem SuperCoins, driving customer loyalty. Shopsy's program drives millions of new shoppers, while Flipkart's rewards ecosystem rewards users with 1 SuperCoin for every Rs. 100 spent. Kapil Thirani, Head of Shopsy at Flipkart, announced the launch of SuperCoin on Shopsy. Kapil Thirani said, “This program is a testament to our consistent efforts to provide value to our customers in their purchase journey onShopsy.” To redeem SuperCoins on Shopsy, customers needs to add…

25 Jul

PhonePe launches new feature to pay Income Tax

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Fintech chief PhonePe has 'pay income tax' features on its app so that Phonepe can self-assess and pay taxes in advance within the app, the company's Monday is a holiday. Users can now do so through their credit card or UPI. Users can pay taxes by tapping the 'Income Tax' icon on the homepage of the PhonePe app. In addition, they can select the type of tax they will pay, the year of assessment and the details of the PAN card. Users then have to enter the total tax amount and pay using their preferred mode of payment. The money…

25 Jul

Nissan Collaborated with Amazon miniTV for its dance reality show ‘Hip Hop India’

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Nissan Motor India and Amazon miniTV have broken the Guinness World Record for the largest on-ground hip-hop dance activity in the dance reality show 'Hip Hop India.' The event took place at Filmcity in Mumbai, with 1870 dancers uniting to deliver an electrifying performance lasting over 5 minutes. Special partners, 'ToTheCulture' and 'Kings United' choreographed the performance. The momentous event took place at Filmcity in Mumbai and was graced by esteemed judges Remo D'Souza and Nora Fatehi. 'Hip Hop India' stands as India's first and largest reality dance show solely dedicated to celebrating the vibrant and dynamic dance form of…

25 Jul

The mutual fund growth story continues to gain momentum in India

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The Indian Mutual Fund industry has grown twice its size over the past 5 years where the Assets Under Management (AUM) for the industry has increased from ₹ 8.11 lakh crore in June 2018 to ₹ 44.39 lakh crore in June 2023. The mutual fund growth story in the country is expected to be driven further by the overall pick up in the economy, higher disposable income and thus higher investible household surplus.UTI Asset Management Company Limited, the pioneer of the Indian MF industry has been contributing to the development of the capital markets in the country for about six…

24 Jul

On this Monsoon get ready with these 5 Essential Tips for Sensitive Skin

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Monsoon season presents challenges for various skin types, including oily, dry, and combination. Rainy weather increases skin sensitivity due to humidity and environmental factors, causing irritation, breakouts, and imbalances. Cetaphil Skincare Experts offer a curated guide to achieve perfect, glowing skin during this season. 1. Start your monsoon skincare routine with gentle cleansing using Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser, designed for sensitive skin. This clinically proven cream effectively removes impurities without stripping away moisture, using niacinamide, panthenol, and hydrating glycerin. 2. Hydration is essential for sensitive skin, even during monsoon. Use lightweight, oil-free moisturizers with hyaluronic acid or glycerin for a…

24 Jul

ITI Pusa, Delhi welcomes Australian Minister Brendan O’Connor

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Brendan O'Connor, Australian Minister of Skills and Training, led a delegation of senior officers to visit Government ITI Pusa in New Delhi. The delegation was warmly welcomed by MSDE Secretary Atul Kumar Tiwari, MSDE Director General Trishaljit Sethi, Ms. R. Alice Vaz, Commissioner-cum-Secretary and DTTE Director Bhupesh Chaudhary. Dignitaries and senior officers visited institute, observing excellent infrastructure and equipment, interacting with students and observing the campus. ITI Pusa has evolved by incorporating service trades and introducing industry 4.0 trades like Solar Technician and Mechanic Electric Vehicle. With state-of-the-art labs and advanced facilities, the institute has become a popular destination for…

24 Jul

Tata Motors announced the launch of new variants of Altroz

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Tata Motors today announced the launch of two new variants in the Altroz line up, the XM and XM(S), priced attractively at INR 6.90 lakhs and INR 7.35 lakhs, respectively (ex-showroom, Delhi). The introduction of high-end features in these variants including the electric sunroof in XM(S) makes Altroz the most affordable premium hatchback to be offered with a sunroof. The XM and XM(S) variant will be positioned in between the Altroz XE and the XM+, thereby broadening the appeal of this best-selling premium hatchback. These variants will only be available in the 1.2 L Revotron petrol engine with manual transmission.