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16 Dec

Vi and Bajaj Finance launch a unique finance offer

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Vi and Bajaj Finance Limited have entered into a strategic partnership to facilitate easy access to smartphones at affordable EMIs, along with 6 months and 1-year pre-paid plans from Vi. The partnership unlocks ease of 4G access for Vi customers, by enabling them to get a smartphone of their choice and an annual or half yearly Vi prepaid recharge plan at zero down payment and Easy EMIs. The EMI will be calculated basis the total billed amount including the price of the smartphone and the recharge. Thereafter, the amount will be divided into 6 to 12 monthly instalments to derive…

15 Dec

Taj Chia Kutir Resort & Spa in Darjeeling

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Taj Chia Kutir Resort & Spa, Darjeeling has been opened by Indian Hotels Company’s (IHCL) iconic brand, Taj. With the addition of this hotel, IHCL will have six hotels in West Bengal including three under development. The resort is situated in the world-renowned Makaibari Tea Estate, founded in 1859, and home to the world’s first tea factory. Nestled amidst sun-kissed tea gardens, Taj Chia Kutir Resort & Spa is spread over 22 acres. The 72-room resort has panoramic views of the rolling hills. Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Of The Indian Hotels Company, Mr. Puneet Chhatwal said, “IHCL has…

15 Dec

Three prestigious awards for Blenders Pride

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Pernod Ricard India celebrates the recognition for Seagram’s Blenders Pride at three of the world’s most prestigious spirits competitions. Blenders Pride has received the Gold Award at Monde Selection 2020, Gold Medal at The Fifty Best, and Bronze Medal at London Spirits Competition 2020. Seagram’s Blenders Pride, a premium Indian whisky launched in 1995, is blended from Indian grain spirit and Scottish malt with no artificial flavouring. This premium whisky is the result of 160 years of great tradition of blending fine whiskies. The brand’s attributes – no artificial flavours, consistent quality and exceptional taste – have powered it to…

14 Dec

Karnataka: Thousands of iPhones stolen during Wistron factory attack, Wistron claims damage of Rs 440 crore

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The Taiwan-based manufacturing plant, Wistron, which primarily manufactures iPhones in India was vandalised by its own employees over payment issues. The Wistron plant, which is situated in Karnataka’s Narsapura was ransacked by the employees for not paying the salary that was promised to them. Now as per the latest report, during the violence thousands of iPhones were stolen and the property was damaged, which led to a total loss of around Rs 437 crore. As per a Times of India report, it was reported that thousands of iPhones were looted and Wistron’s factory equipment was destroyed during the attack, the…

14 Dec

Piaggio commences production of Aprilia SXR 160

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Piaggio India opened the pre-bookings of the much-awaited premium scooter from the stable of Aprilia, the SXR 160. It is under production at the Baramati plant and is available for pre-booking at a booking amount of Rs 5000 at the E-commerce site www.shop.apriliaindia.com and at any Aprilia dealership. Aprilia SXR 160 will be available in very attractive Glossy Red, Matt Blue, Glossy White and Matt Black colours. This scooter incorporates Aprilia’s latest global design language and is equipped with a high performance 160 CC BSVI, 3-valve Fuel Injection clean emission engine technology. It hosts other features like wrap around LED…

14 Dec

Nayara and Shell Lubricants ink partnership

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Nayara Energy and Shell Lubricants inked a strategic partnership that will provide customers access to Shell Lubricants’ best-in-class products, including the premium range of Ultra engine oils at Nayara and Essar fuel stations. Nayara Energy is a new-age integrated downstream energy company and Shell is the global leader in finished lubricants. The fastest-growing pan-India private fuel retail network, Nayara Energy operates an extensive network of over 5,900 fuel stations across the country. Since October 1, 2020, Nayara Energy is launching new retail outlets with Nayara brand and has already unveiled over 200 new Nayara fuel stations in India.

14 Dec

Mulmina – a natural blend of Immune Nutrients

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Jagdale Healthcare unveiled the results of a clinical study on their popular health drink Mulmina. Clinical studies carried out in a renowned medical institute and research centre on Mulmina Mango and Mulmina Orange have shown a significant increase in antioxidant markers and Immune markers in 14 and 28 days period. These studies proved to reduce inflammatory markers like C-Reactive Protein (CRP). The study also showed immune-boosting and anti-oxidant activities in Covid-19 positive asymptomatic, mildly symptomatic patients and also healthcare workers posted at COVID wards in a NABH accredited renowned Medical Research Institute. Suitable for consumption for all age groups, including…

13 Dec

The partnership between RBL Bank and ICICI Pru Life

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Aiming to offer an array of life insurance products, RBL Bank and ICICI Prudential Life Insurance have entered into a bancassurance partnership. This alliance will enable over 8.7 million customers of RBL Bank to access and seamlessly purchase customer-centric protection and long-term savings products of the Company and provide financial security to themselves and their families. Through this tie-up, the entire bouquet of ICICI Prudential Life’s insurance plans on the protection and savings platform will be available for purchase to customers of the Bank. The partnership will also provide a financial safety net to the customer’s family by way of…

13 Dec

Walmart to triple export of India-made goods

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Walmart announced that it will triple its exports of goods from India to $10 billion each year by 2027. Walmart’s new export commitment is expected to provide a significant boost to micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in India, alongside ongoing efforts such as the Flipkart Samarth and Walmart Vriddhi supplier development programs. The expansion in sourcing will include helping develop hundreds of new suppliers in different key Indian export categories. To accelerate its India exports, Walmart will strengthen development of the supply chain ecosystem in India, both by boosting existing exporters and by expanding the nation’s pool of export-ready…

13 Dec

Ather Energy now in Siliguri

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Ather Energy, India’s first intelligent electric scooter manufacturer, launched the Ather 450X in Siliguri. Many in Siliguri are also eligible for the limited edition Series 1 vehicle, as they placed orders in January 2020 before the official launch of the new product line. Siliguri joins Kolkata in West Bengal to have the Ather 450X available. By the end of Q1 2021, Ather 450X will be on the roads of 27 cities in India. The Ather 450X is the quickest and one of the smartest scooters in India, and comes in three new colors - Grey, Green, and White. In addition to Eco,…