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26 Mar

Coir Expo aims to proliferates and flourishes in Assam

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Coir Board has organised a 4 days expo in Jyotichitraban Kahilipara Guwahati to promote Coir and its uses. The expo started on 23rd of March and will end on 26th of March. The inaguration took place in presence of Hon'ble Shri D Kuppuramu ji (Chairman Coir Board) and Hon'ble Lakshmana S, IAS (Secretary, Minister of Industry Govt of Assam).Coir Board was set up under the Coir Industry Act, 1953 by the Government of India The Coir Industry Act mandates the Board to undertake scientific, technological and economic research, modernization, quality improvement, human resource development, market promotion and welfare of all…

25 Mar

Registrations begin for India’s 1st International recruitment drive

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To empower India’s youth by extending numerous prospects for international job opportunities across sectors, National Skill Development Corporation’s 100% subsidiary, NSDC International has collaborated with one of the leading universities inIndia, Lamrin Tech Skill University (LTSU), an incubated skill university to organize the first-of-its-kind International Kaushal Mahotsav in a hybrid mode. The registrations have already begun, and the candidates can sign up at Kaushal Mahotsav, International || Candidate Portal (nsdcdigital.org), and the employers can register at Company Portal (nsdcdigital.org). The International Kaushal Mahotsav aims to elevate the profile and presence of India's young talent in international markets, providing meaningful job…

25 Mar

YES WORLD Climate Tech Pvt. Ltd. launched the world’s first energy-efficient windows

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Sandeep Choudhary, YES WORLD Promoter and CEO, is a Save Earth activist. His work towards environmental conservation, path-breaking achievements as an entrepreneur and thoughtful initiatives has been recognized by the government and international agencies. YES WORLD is working in the field of climate technology to save our planet from the biggest problem of global warming, which is being viewed as an existential threat to our planet. They have taken a community-driven approach to generate awareness around climate change and global warming. YES WORLD Climate Tech Pvt. Ltd. has launched the world's first energy-efficient windows solution for home and commercial buildings.…

25 Mar

Significance of Millets for Mission LiFE Highlighted

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Back in 2022, Government of India sponsored a proposal at the 75th Session of the General Assembly to recognize the year 2023 as the International Year of Millets (IYM). The proposal was unanimously supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), as well as the members of the General Assembly. Bhutan celebrated IYM with a focus on 'Millets for Mission LiFE' at India House, Thimphu. It was a 6-day celebration that started on the 17th of March and concluded on Wednesday. Bhutanese dignitaries, senior government officials, business executives, chefs, representatives of civil society organizations, and members of the Indian community…

25 Mar

India Health Fund and ACT For Health come together to support Swaasa®

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India Health Fund is collaborating with ACT, a non-profit venture philanthropy platform, to support Salcit Technologies in piloting Swaasa® - an AI-led solution that can revolutionize the detection and early treatment of tuberculosis in India. Active case finding (ACF) is an established measure for the systematic screening of infectious diseases like TB in high-risk populations. In 2021, 73,772 patients were identified through ACF, but there is a lack of affordable, rapid response and sensitive screening tools that can help find the millions of active TB cases that often go undiagnosed. Currently used ACF methods are visual inspection, patient questionnaires, and…

24 Mar

Siddhartha Mohanty selected to head LIC

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The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB), is mandated to recommend person for appointment, it has selected Siddhartha Mohanty as Chairman of LIC. “Financial Services Institutions Bureau interfaced with 4 candidates on March 23, 2023 for the position of Chairperson in Life Insurance Corporation of India. Keeping in view their performance in the interface, their overall experience and the extant parameters, the Bureau recommends Siddhartha Mohanty for the position of Chairperson in LIC of India,” said FSIB.

24 Mar

Educators Meet on “The Present & Future of Higher Education”

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Of Higher Education" on March 22nd, 2023, in Guwahati. The event brought together educationists, academicians, practitioners, institution builders, and experts from diverse fields to discuss the evolving landscape of higher education in India and explore measures that can be taken to fortify its future.The Educators Meet aimed to create a platform for experts to share their valuable insights and expertise in the field of education. The event featured keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive sessions that covered a wide range of topics related to higher education, including current challenges, emerging trends, and innovative approaches to learning and teaching.The event was…

24 Mar

Mizoram Trade Facilitation Fair showcased over 15+ solar-powered solutions

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SELCO Foundation, the Planning and Programme Implementation Department, Govt of Mizoram, Northeast Initiative Development Agency (NEIDA) and Mizoram Science, Technology and Innovation Council (MISTIC) successfully concluded the Mizoram Trade Facilitation Fair at the Millenium Centre, Aizawl on the other day showcasing over 15+ innovations under their Incubation program. Hon'ble Minister Dr. R Lalthangliana, (Commerce & Industries Dept., Health & Family Welfare, Higher & Technical Education), Govt. of Mizoram, inaugurated the event by running the Eri Spinning machine, innovated by Saraswati Hasta Tat Silpa, an enterprise incubated under AIC- Selco Foundation, symbolizing the journey towards achieving the SDGs. He added that…

24 Mar

ManpowerGroup’s release the Hiring Outlook remains stable for Q2

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While recessionary concerns and layoffs continue to make headlines, the latest ManpowerGroup (NYSE: MAN) Employment Outlook Survey of nearly 3,020 employers, findstheir appetite for hiring continues in the second quarter of 2023. The optimism remains despite organizations struggling to activate their hiring plans with talent shortages at 80%. When compared to last year, the talent supply with the requisite skills depicted in the sliding shift of employers experiencing Talent Shortage by 3%. Hiring intentions remain lower than last quarter, while employers continue to struggle to find the right skills. IT & Data (37%), Sales &Marketing (30%), and Engineering (29%) are…

24 Mar

Pamper yourself with the Body Shop’s New Activist Makeup

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The Body Shop, a Britain-born international personal care brand, has news that is sure to be music to makeup enthusiasts’ ears. The brand has announced the launch of its new Activist Makeup range, with multiple products formulated based on its central values with premium, ethically-sourced ingredients, 95% of which are of natural origin. The Activist Makeup range includes a variety of products that use premium ingredients of 95% natural origin and come in recyclable packaging. The collection includes Fresh Nude Foundation, Vitamin C Concealer, Tea Tree Face Base, Hemp Primer, Freestyle Pigments, Frame It - Brow, Swipe It Lip Balm,…