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06 Jan

Glenmark launches Remogliflozin

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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited has launched a fixed-dose combination (FDC) of its novel, patent protected and globally researched Sodium-Glucose Co-Transporter Inhibitor (SGLT2i) - Remogliflozin Etabonate and another widely used DPP4 inhibitor (Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 inhibitor) - Vildagliptin, in India. The fixed drug combination is indicated for the management of Type 2 diabetes. The combination will contain Remogliflozin (100 mg) + Vildagliptin (50 mg) in a fixed-dose and must be taken twice daily. Glenmark has launched the same under two brand names Remo V and Remozen V. Glenmark is the first company in the world to launch Remogliflozin + Vildagliptin fixed dose…

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04 Jan

Agreement between Glenmark and Menarini

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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited (Glenmark) announced that its Swiss subsidiary, Glenmark Specialty S.A., has entered into an exclusive licensing agreement with Menarini Group (Menarini) for commercializing its innovative nasal spray Ryaltris across 33 countries in Europe, including the Balkan region. Ryaltris, developed by Glenmark, is a novel fixed-dose combination nasal spray of anti-histamine and asteroid, indicated for the treatment of symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis (SAR). According to the agreement, Glenmark will be responsible for the continued development and regulatory approval of Ryaltris in these markets. Menarini will be responsible for the scientific information and the commercialization of Ryaltris in…

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04 Jan

A single guest stayed 128 times at an OYO in 2020

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The world’s leading hospitality chain, OYO Hotels & Homes released its third annual year-end travel index - OYO Travelopedia 2020. According to the index, while 2020 started on a happy note, with January 2020 (pre-Covid) being the most travelled month, April 2020 witnessed most cancellations across the country owing to the government’s precautionary lockdown. With cities unlocking and global restrictions easing gradually, India topped the charts for OYO as the most booked country while Delhi clocked in the most bookings across the world in 2020. Kolkata made it to the top five most visited destinations by business travellers and West…

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01 Jan

Asian Granito is eyeing exponential growth

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Asian Granito India Limited (AGIL), manufacturer of one of India’s leading tiles brand is eyeing exponential growth from exports business in the current fiscal. Anti-China sentiments, reduction in gas prices and robust export orders from USA, Europe, UK and the Middle East are driving the export business in the current fiscal and it is expected to get further momentum in coming months. Company is also expanding its business network in over 120 countries from 100 currently. Asian Granito is largest exporter among organised players from India. For the six months ended September 2020, company reported exports of Rs. 83.2 crore.…

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01 Jan

Prajna Dutta’s Phire Eso Abar

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Phire Esho Abar - originally written and composed for the film Sarbabhuteshu by Prajna Dutta and sung by ace singer Rupankar Bagchi released by Rooh Music gets a reprise avatar in a musical short by Prajna wherein he tries to preserve the ethos of a singer-songwriter and his muse. According to Prajna, since this song is very close to him for more reasons than one, it was very natural for him to come up with a reprise version dipped in his independent artistic sensibilities. After all, being truly interdisciplinary is what he specialises in. Shot by Swapnil, the narrative of…

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30 Dec

Cabinet approves export of Akash missiles

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The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday gave its go-ahead to the sale of Akash surface-to-air missile systems to friendly foreign countries and created a high-powered panel for swifter approval to export of military hardware at a time India has set a target of clocking defence exports worth $5 billion by 2024, officials said. The Akash missile systems have over 96 per cent indigenous components and the weapon can hit targets at a range of 25 km. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the export version of Akash missiles would be different from the system currently deployed…

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30 Dec

Aprilia SXR 160 is launched at Rs 1,25,997

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Piaggio India launched Aprilia SXR 160. This premium scooter will be available at a price of Rs 1,25,997 and can be booked for an initial amount of Rs 5000. Aprilia SXR 160 is equipped with a single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled, 3 valve fuel injection clean emission engine technology. This scooter offers bigger, longer, comfortable and ergonomic seats, crafted in art leather suede feel. The scooter comes with a fuel tank capacity of 7L. The SXR 160 comes with an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) along with ventilated disk brake and twin pots calliper hydraulic brake which delivers high braking performance. Aprilia SXR…

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30 Dec

The Style Icon 2k20 – much-awaited show in Bengal

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A project by SR Modelling Studio and co-powered by Emporium Marketing Pvt Ltd, The grand finale of The Style Icon 2k20 has been held successfully at Sawasstika Eco Park Resort. After a tough journey, among 100 plus participants, Top 52 were able to run for the grand finale of The Style Icon 2k20. The female winners of The Style Icon 2k20 were Miss Jasreet Kaur (Siliguri) & Khustabi Khan (Darjeeling) and the male winners were Mr. Rudra Biswas (Siliguri) & Sarfaraz Khan (Siliguri). The Director’s Choice of The Style Icon was Miss Sagita Das and Muddasir Ahmed. The show was…

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29 Dec

ICICI Pru Life launches Guaranteed Pension Plan

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ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has launched ‘ICICI Pru Guaranteed Pension Plan’. It is an innovative retirement plan that offers guaranteed life-long income to lead a financially independent retired life. A non-linked non-participating individual annuity product, it provides customers with the flexibility to choose between Immediate and Deferred Annuity. The Immediate Annuity option enables customers to start receiving regular income immediately by paying a one-time premium. On the other hand, the Deferred Annuity option gives customers the flexibility to start receiving the income at any point later, for instance closer to their retirement. Customers have the option to defer the start…

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29 Dec

‘Nispanda app is meditation delivered in your hands’

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During the COVID pandemic, Yoga has helped people manage not only their physical but also their mental health, according to the Minister for Ayush, Shripad Y Naik. He praised The Yoga Institute Mumbai for its COVID-led initiatives during the pandemic, and also for its 102 years of dedication to serve people and society. As the Chief Guest at a virtual meet organized to celebrate the completion of 102 years of The Yoga Institute, the Minister also introduced the TYI Meditation App, Nispanda. He said, “Nispanda is the meditation app that the world has been waiting for. This app is meditation…

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