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19 Jun

FOODISTHAN NH37, North East’s first Highway food court debut in Assam

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Jaggan Foodtech Group, North East’s fastest growing F&B conglomerate, inaugurated its 1st food court FOODISTHAN NH37 at Dharapur Junction besides Indian Oil Petrol Pump, Airport Road, Guwahati, today. This is the group's first food court in Assam. The food court was inaugurated by Nayanjyoti Saikia, MasterChef India 2023 winner. FOODISTHAN NH37 is North East India’s first highway destination concept curated by serial restauranteur Mr. Pranjal Chetia who holds a decade of experience in successfully operating flagship Brands Mast Biryani under its portfolio. Speaking at the launch of the food court, Mr. Pranjal Chetia, Founder of Jaggan Foodtech Group, said, "FOODISTHAN…

19 Jun

Explore the Himalayas with Defender Journeys for an unforgettable adventure

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Expressing leadership in modern luxury experiences, the Defender brand introduces iconic new adventures to the exceptional Defender Journeys’ programme. These experiences have been specially curated for Defender brand enthusiasts, to provide them with a bespoke repertoire of luxury and cultural experiences across the beautiful Himalayan region. The Ladakh Himalayan Experience is the first of the new routes on Defender Journeys, offering a nine-day journey between Shimla and Leh. The Zanskar Himalayan Experience is a week-long voyage between Leh and Srinagar, while the Spiti Himalayan Experience is an eight-day journey between Shimla and Kaza. The team of instructors accompanying each trip…

19 Jun

AjnaLens joined hands with the NSDC to Empower Youth

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AjnaLens, an Indian company, has formed a strategic partnership with the National Skill Development Council (NSDC) to offer upskilling through its Ajna Creator Program. The program provides hands-on training on all key components of the XR ecosystem, such as 3D Models & Environments, Virtual Avatars, Simulations, Digital Twin, and more, to empower youth with new skills and kick-start their careers in emerging technologies like AR/VR/XR. This is the perfect time for young people to acquire high-paying jobs, both nationally and internationally. Over 500 students have completed a training program and have been offered job offers from various industry players. They…

19 Jun

NSDC International strengthens Skill Verification Program with TakaMol

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The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) conducted a Skill Verification Program to transform the workforce and limit the recruitment of unskilled workers. The assessment process involves a competency-based examination at NSDC-accredited international assessment centers, and candidates receive a joint certification from TakaMol and NSDCI validating their skills and qualifications. The program has accredited ten international test centers in Delhi, Mumbai, Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal to verify the qualifications and skills of professionals seeking job opportunities in Saudi Arabia. These centers are expected to be introduced in other states in the future. They play a crucial role in…

19 Jun

New Hero Xtreme 160R 4V comes with sporty style & smart tech

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Hero MotoCorp has launched the new Xtreme 160R 4V, which going to add a thrilling new chapter to the successful journey of the trendy brand, Xtreme. Unveiled at Hero MotoCorp’s R&D facility, the Centre of Innovation and Technology in Jaipur, the company is charged-up to grow its appeal among the youth across the world with its redefined X-range of premium motorcycles. The Xtreme 160R 4V comes with a 163cc4 BS-VI (OBD-II+E20) engine. It offers class-leading acceleration, best-in-class timings in a drag race, and 0 to Top speed, making it the fastest 160cc motorcycle in its segment. It has a robotic…

19 Jun

Cummins India received CPCBIV+ certifications from ARAI

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Cummins India Limited, one of the leading technology providers of power solutions, announced that on June 12, 2023, it had received various CPCBIV+ compliance certifications from the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI). Dr. Reji Mathai, ARAI Director, presented the certificates to Dr.Pradheepram Ottikkutti, Head of Engineering, Cummins Group (India) and Ms. Shveta Arya, Business Head, Power Systems, Cummins India Limited, in a ceremony held at the ARAI headquarters in Pune. Senior officials from ARAI and Cummins India attended a ceremony to award certification for various genset products. Cummins India Limited has been certified by ARAI to provide customers with…

19 Jun

MSDE certifies 98 trainers trained in cluster-based ToT project under SANKALP

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The Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) conducted a cluster-based Training of Trainers (ToT) project in collaboration with the Automotive Sector Development Council (ASDC), GIZ-IGVET and Maharashtra State Skill Development Mission (MSSDS). The final 4 batches of 98 trainers were certified through a convocation ceremony organized by ASDC in Pune. The ToT program included trades such as Advanced Welding, CNC operations, Robotics, Quality Control, and Advanced Automotive Technology, with key stakeholders including MSDE, ASDC, GIZ-IGVET, and MSSDS. The certification ceremony saw the presence of ShriNilambuj Sharan, Additional Secretary and Senior Economic Advisor, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, alongside…

19 Jun

Nikola cuts 270 jobs as cash to survive runs low

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US-based electric truck maker Nikola has announced it will lay off 270 employees, or about 23 percent of its workforce, and limit its electric truck efforts in North America to conserve cash. According to the company, it will lay off 150 team members who were supporting the company's European programs, as well as 120 employees at the company's Phoenix and Coolidge, Arizona sites in the United States. After the cuts, there will be about 900 employees. The company said these reductions are expected to reduce employee-related cash costs by more than $50 million annually. "Our battery-electric truck is on the…

18 Jun

Adipurush box office collection Day 2: Prabhas’ movie continues to roar despite criticism

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A mythological film Adipurush starring actors Prabhas(Ram), Kriti Sanon (Sita) and Saif Ali Khan ( Raavan) produced by Bhushan Kumar of T-series, released on 16th of June 2023 has beat Pathaan movie by collecting rupees 240 crore on 2nd day at box office whereas Pathaan collected rupees 219 crore on 2nd day. As per trade analyst Sumit Kadel's latest tweet, the film has entered the ₹200 crore club with ease. “OFFICIAL - With a bumper opening on day 1 #Adipurush maintain its steady ground and takes the total collection to a huge ₹ 240 cr in 2 day at the…

17 Jun

Pune conduect the 3rd Digital Economy Working Group Meet

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The 3rdDigital Economy Working Group (DEWG) meeting concluded on 14 June 2023, Wednesdayin Pune. The meeting saw deliberations on important issues like digital security, cyber security, securing Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), and the digital economy. During this meeting 10 discussion sessions on DPI were organized wherein, 60 global experts shared their views on Digital Public Infrastructure. The meeting witnessed participation from 300 senior delegates, 150 foreign delegates representing 46 countries, and international organizations like UNDP, UNESCO, WEF, World Bank, ITU, ADB, OECD, and UNCDF. The last day of the meeting saw 4 sessions focused on digital skilling and security, as…