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25 Aug

Copper futures increase on spot demand

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New Delhi: Copper futures on Monday rose 0.48 percent to Rs 892.35 per kg on increased spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, copper contracts for September delivery rose by Rs 4.25, or 0.48 percent, to Rs 892.35 per kg in a business turnover of 6,063 lots. Analysts attributed the rise in copper prices to higher bets by participants.

25 Aug

Medanta Gurgaon Pioneers Treatment for Coronary Artery Disease and Kidney Ailments

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The Medicity, Gurgaon, named India’s Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six consecutive years, is not only advancing medical science but also influencing healthcare economics in India. Its latest initiatives in Itanagar emphasized the rising cost burden of untreated coronary artery disease (CAD), valvular heart disease (VHD), and interconnected conditions like Cardio-Renal-Hepatic-Diabetic Metabolic Syndrome (CRHD-MS). According to Dr. Praveen Chandra, Chairman of Interventional Cardiology, early diagnosis combined with robotic-assisted procedures, TAVR, and minimally invasive surgeries reduces long-term expenditure by lowering hospitalization and post-treatment costs. Dr. Debabrata Mukherjee, Senior Director of Nephrology, noted that unmanaged metabolic disorders create a multiplier effect…

25 Aug

Cognizant sets Guinness World Record with largest online generative AI hackathon

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Cognizant has achieved a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for organizing the world’s largest online generative AI hackathon. The company brought together 53,199 associates from 40 countries, generating 30,601 working prototypes over a ten-day global event called Vibe Coding. The initiative, described as a rehearsal for the future of work, encouraged employees across functions—HR, finance, legal, engineering, and marketing—to experiment with AI-driven software creation. Tools from partners such as GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, Cursor, Lovable, and Gemini Code Assist enabled participants to design applications by simply describing their intent in natural language. Industry leaders hailed the event as a step toward…

24 Aug

Screen Awards 2025: A cultural milestone in digital-first space through YouTube

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The Indian Express Group has announced a major transformation of its iconic Screen Awards, taking the 2025 edition digital-first in partnership with YouTube. For the first time, the awards will be streamed globally, merging Bollywood’s biggest stars with YouTube’s most influential creators in a three-month-long celebration of cinema, storytelling, and fan engagement. Executive Director of Indian Express Group, Anant Goenka, said the awards would honour creativity beyond box office numbers. “Our storytellers carry 1.4 billion dreams — rooted in tradition and racing toward an exciting future,” he remarked. Gunjan Soni, Managing Director, YouTube India, highlighted the platform’s role in bridging…

23 Aug

Aluminium futures increase: New deals push fuel prices higher

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New Delhi: Aluminium prices rose 30 paise to Rs 251.80 per kg in futures trade on Friday as speculators created new deals amid a positive trend in the spot market. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of aluminium contract for September delivery rose 30 paise, or 0.12 percent, to Rs 251.80 per kg in a business turnover of 1,909 lots. Analysts said fresh buying by traders amid demand from consumer industries supported aluminium prices in the futures market.

23 Aug

Flipkart launches first grocery fulfillment center in Agartala to strengthen Northeast supply chain

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Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has opened its first grocery fulfillment center (FC) in Agartala, Tripura, marking a significant expansion in the Northeast. The 35,000 sq. ft. facility, with a daily dispatch capacity of 5,000 orders, will serve Tripura and nearby states including Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Nagaland. The center is expected to create over 200 direct and indirect jobs while enabling faster and more reliable grocery deliveries. The facility will stock more than 4,000 products across staples, snacks, beverages, personal care, and household essentials. Leveraging consumer insights, Flipkart has included locally popular brands to meet diverse regional preferences. Customers…

22 Aug

Apollo Hospitals shares downfall 1% after its promoter sold stake worth ₹1,489 crore through a block deal

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Apollo Hospitals shares fell nearly 1% to a low of ₹7,852 per share after promoter and managing director Suneeta Reddy sold her 1.32% stake in the hospital chain through a block deal. According to reports, shares worth ₹1,489 crore were sold in the block deal and nearly 19 lakh shares were sold at a floor price of ₹7,850 per share, down nearly 1% from Thursday's close price. Citing people familiar with the matter, CNBC Awaaz had reported on Thursday that Reddy would sell 1.25% stake in the company. Suneeta Reddy holds a 3.36% stake in Apollo Hospitals as of June…

22 Aug

Clear scalp, confident hair: Plum’s Anti-Dandruff Shampoo with Volcanic Minerals and 0.5% Salicylic Acid

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Say hello to fuss-free hair days with Plum’s Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, where science meets self-care. Thoughtfully designed to tackle dandruff while keeping your strands smooth and frizz-free, its scalp care is made simple, and effective. Plum brings a refreshing twist to scalp care with its Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, a clean yet powerful solution designed to keep flakes and frizz at bay. Infused with 0.5% Salicylic Acid for gentle exfoliation, Piroctone Olamine to target dandruff-causing microbes, and mineral-rich volcanic extracts to soothe and purify, the shampoo delivers up to 72 hours of dandruff and frizz control. The result is a scalp that feels…

22 Aug

Stopping Kidney Disease Before It Starts: The Power of Early Detection & Prevention

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Dr. G. Sudhakar is a Consultant Nephrologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad(Somajiguda) says, A major and expanding worldwide health concern, kidney disease sometimes advances silently until it reaches severe, irreversible stages. Millions of people worldwide suffer from Chronic kidney disease (CKD), which puts a significant strain on healthcare systems and threatens their quality of life. Preventive nephrology provides a crucial foundation to lessen this burden and enhance outcomes for individuals who are at risk by emphasizing early detection, risk factor management, and public health awareness. Early Detection: An Important Initial Step It is impossible to overestimate the significance of early identification…

21 Aug

Aluminium futures increase: New deals fuel price rise

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New Delhi: Aluminium prices rose by 10 paise to Rs 250.75 per kg in futures trade on Thursday as speculators created new deals amid a positive trend in the spot market. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of aluminium contract for September delivery rose 10 paise, or 0.04 percent, to Rs 250.75 per kg in a business turnover of 1,483 lots. Analysts said fresh buying by traders amid demand from consumer industries supported aluminium prices in the futures market.