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NSDC promotes long-term degree & diploma skill courses

NSDC promotes long-term degree & diploma skill courses

The nodal agency under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) signed an MoU with Medhavi Skills University to jointly develop and promote work-integrated and skill-embedded degree/ diploma courses (Bachelor of Vocational Studies - B. Voc/ Diploma in Vocation - D. Voc). The MoU was signed by the Chief Operating Officer and Officiating CEO of NSDC Ved Mani Tiwari and the Founder & Chancellor of Medhavi Skills University in New Delhi Pravesh Dudani.The partnership is targeted at students who have completed either class 10 or 12 in school education, enabling them to earn a University…
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Happiness Truck 3.0 campaign

Happiness Truck 3.0 campaign

Aiming to reach out to key transport industry stakeholders including fleet operators, truck drivers and mechanics, the Happiness Truck 3.0 campaign continued to spread joy across the country, with truckers and mechanics in West Bengal being its latest recipients. After completing exciting events across different locations in Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand, the dazzling red truck left an indelible mark in West Bengal, captivating truckers and mechanics in the cities of Durgapur and Kolkata. Highly engaging sessions were conducted at Durgapur and Kolkata. A MOTOR INDIA (leading magazine for the commercial vehicle and road transport sector) initiative, the third edition of…
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‘Mothers should munch almonds everyday’

‘Mothers should munch almonds everyday’

Mothers seldom get the time to take care of themselves. As much as they take care of their family, they must make it a habit to do the same for themselves. A good way to start is by making time for regular exercise and incorporating a balanced diet. Choosing snacks wisely can go a long way to ensuring moms get the nutrients they need. Replacing a fried snack with a handful of almonds between meals provides plant protein, calcium, iron, vitamin E, magnesium, riboflavin, and zinc in addition to other vital nutrients. Regular consumption of almonds can help mothers lead…
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Škoda Kushaq Monte Carlo – ‘Get the look that matters’

Škoda Kushaq Monte Carlo – ‘Get the look that matters’

In an ode to Škoda’s rally and motorsport pedigree and the success of India 2.0, Škoda Auto India introduces the new Kushaq Monte Carlo range. Brand Director of Škoda Auto India, Mr. Zac Hollis said, “The Monte Carlo is a car that appeals to the heart, to one willing to go the extra mile for the unique, subtle and sporty aesthetics. The Monte Carlo highlights a discrete sense of style. It is homage to the fact that you are driving a name soaked in pedigree and legacy of rally sport, providing a thrilling experience.” The all new Monte Carlo edition…
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BSH Home Appliances opens India’s first experience center

BSH Home Appliances opens India’s first experience center

One of the world’s leading home appliances companies, BSH Home Appliances Group opened its first ‘UnserHaus’ in Kolkata. Located at Salt Lake City’s Adventz Infinity @ 5, this new experience center is all set to welcome customers as well as Kolkata’s strong architecture & design community. This is BSH’s only experience center in India to house all its three brands – Bosch, Siemens and Gaggenau under one roof. The company already has two other stores in Kolkata – a multi-channel Bosch & Siemens Brand Store in Dhakuria and a Bosch Studio in Shakespeare Sarani. UnserHaus is the German name for…
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Largest Bamboo Cultivation Drive to cultivate ‘Green Gold’

Largest Bamboo Cultivation Drive to cultivate ‘Green Gold’

A joint venture of CREDUCE and HPCL has signed MoU with the north-eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh’s Bamboo Resource & Development Agency (APBRDA) for the cultivation and development of bamboo resources in the state. This is the world’s largest bamboo cultivation drive by a public-private partnership. The agreement encompasses the plantation of 100,000 hectares of forest and village land with bamboo, also called ‘green gold’. The landmark agreement signed under the visionary leadership of the Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Prema Khandu is set to propel the state into the green growth phase, leading the country and the world towards carbon…
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UTI Flexi Cap Fund – An oldest fund in the category

UTI Flexi Cap Fund – An oldest fund in the category

For the investors who are looking for investing to meet long-term wealth creation goals, here is one mutual fund product category. Flexi-cap funds are open-ended equity funds investing at least 65% of total assets are invested in equity assets of companies across the different market capitalizations viz., large-cap, mid-cap or small-cap funds. UTI Flexi Cap Fund is one of the oldest funds in the category (launched in 1992) and has a long-term track record of consistent performance. The Fund has a corpus of over Rs. 24,000-Crore and trusted by over18-Lakh investors (as on April 30, 2022). This offering from UTI…
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Vi launches add-on data + entertainment packs

Vi launches add-on data + entertainment packs

The leading telecom brand, Vi announced its partnership with SonyLIV to offer premium content services which will bring the world of binge-worthy content and add-on data benefits together for Vi users. Creating a unique bundle option for the customers, Vi in association with SonyLIV has launched a new Prepaid pack offering a subscription of SonyLIV Premium along with extra data benefits to the users. SonyLIV has a bouquet of attractive content offerings appealing to audiences of age and interests. The new proposition will enable all Vi prepaid users to enjoy SonyLIV Premium without having to worry about data quota. Vi…
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Toyota Group of Companies & TIEI together invests Rs 4,800-Cr

Toyota Group of Companies & TIEI together invests Rs 4,800-Cr

Toyota Group of Companies that constitutes Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of Karnataka to invest Rs 4,100-crore, out of the total investment of Rs 4,800-crore. It coincides with Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s 25 years of a successful journey in India. The signing of the MoU is Toyota’s effort to contribute to the country’s vision of ‘Make in India’ and to enable a faster reduction in carbon emissions. The MoU was exchanged between Chief Minister of Karnataka Shri Basavaraj Bommai and Mr. Vikram S. Kirloskar (Vice-Chairman, Toyota Kirloskar Motor) in…
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CyberPeace Foundation collaborates with Truecaller

CyberPeace Foundation collaborates with Truecaller

Truecaller (the leading global platform for verifying contacts and blocking unwanted communication) in collaboration with CyberPeace Foundation (a non-partisan civil society organization) launched the first training of #TrueCyberSafe focused on the Internet safety at the Royal Global University in Guwahati, Assam. The joint initiative by the organizations aims to create awareness and train people to tackle cyber fraud leading to a safer online experience. The safety training that begins in Assam will be held in five regions across India to increase awareness about the steps that the users can take to avoid fraud, spam, and scams. The event was graced by…
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