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08 Jun

Kaizen AgriTechs Partners with RPJ Tea Pvt Limited, and Winsome Tea Plantation Pvt Ltd for Maize Cultivation in Assam

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In a groundbreaking move to transform agriculture in the Northeastern region of India, Kaizen Agri Tech, RPJ Tea Pvt Ltd, and Winsome Tea Plantation Pvt Ltd are joining forces to launch a revolutionary Maize Cultivation Project in Assam. This project aims to generate significant revenue and employment opportunities in the region, while also promoting optimal land utilization. The event was graced by the presence of Mukesh Jalan – Director Kaizen Agri tech, Nishta Jalan – Founder and Partner Kaizen Agri Tech, Debajit Bairagi – Project Director Kaizen Agri Tech, Vishnu Upadhayay – Founder Jaipur Chakki and Director Winsome Tea Plantation…

08 Jun

Samsung steps into the era of mobile AI with the Galaxy S24 series

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Samsung has announced its latest flagship smartphone, the Galaxy S24 series, boasting groundbreaking hybrid AI technology that promises to revolutionize the mobile experience. With the introduction of Galaxy AI features, Samsung is at the forefront of the mobile AI era, offering users unparalleled levels of customization, responsiveness, and privacy. The cornerstone of Samsung's innovative approach is its hybrid AI integration, which seamlessly combines on-device processing with cloud-based capabilities. This strategic blend ensures that users enjoy instant responsiveness while maintaining control over their privacy. Won-Joon Choi, EVP & Head of Mobile R&D Office at Samsung Electronics, emphasizes that this hybrid model…

08 Jun

MAGGI Unveils Edible Fork: Redefining Noodle Enjoyment and Sustainability

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MAGGI recently introduced an innovative solution: an edible fork, made from wheat flour, to elevate the experience of enjoying MAGGI Cuppa Noodles while reducing usage of single-use plastic under its ‘Desh Ke Liye 2 Minute’ initiative. This World Environment Day, under the same initiative, MAGGI is sharing the story of a young Nestlé executive on how she gives 2-Min for the environment. MAGGI has consistently made efforts to promote positive behavioral change in managing plastic waste over the years. The initiative aims to educate consumers on proper disposal of empty MAGGI packets and emphasize the importance of daily small steps…

08 Jun

Samsung’s Latest Innovation: Launches 2024 Lineup of Odyssey OLED Smart Monitors

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Samsung has raised the bar yet again with the unveiling of its highly anticipated 2024 lineup of monitors. The latest offerings include the Odyssey OLED gaming monitor, Smart Monitors, and ViewFinity monitors, each equipped with cutting-edge technology and innovative features aimed at enhancing user experiences. Mr. Puneet Sethi, Vice President of Consumer Electronics Enterprise Business at Samsung India, expressed enthusiasm about the new lineup, stating, "Through the introduction of our 2024 lineup of Odyssey OLED gaming monitor, Viewfinity, and Smart Monitors, we aim to unlock superior experiences for consumers."The flagship product, the Odyssey OLED G6, stands out with its 27-inch…

08 Jun

Turkish Airlines launches its sustainability brand “Tomorrow On-Board”

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Turkish Airlines has announced its ambitious sustainability brand, “Tomorrow On-Board,” on June 5, coinciding with World Environment Day. The launch event, held at Istanbul Airport, showcased a variety of sustainable in-flight products and services, alongside an exhibition of items crafted from repurposed aircraft parts. The “Tomorrow On-Board” initiative highlights Turkish Airlines’ future-oriented sustainability goals and integrates these principles into its corporate culture. The initiative aims to enhance the airline’s brand image, provide a cohesive message for sustainability efforts, and engage both passengers and investors in its eco-friendly mission.Chief Investment & Strategy Officer, Mr. Levent Konukcu, emphasized the airline’s dedication to…

08 Jun

Hero Motocorp achieved 100% zero-waste-to-fill status

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Hero MotoCorp – the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters – has emerged as a champion of sustainability, with all its eight facilities – including all the six manufacturing plants - in India being certified as ‘Zero-Waste-to-Landfill’ (ZWL). The company initiated the Zero Waste-to-Landfill pilot project at its manufacturing facility at Neemrana in Rajasthan during the 2018-19 fiscal year. Since then, the amount of waste generated has reduced by 40% and all the plants have achieved a diversion rate of more than 99.9% - well before the target timeline of 2025. Niranjan Gupta, CEO, Hero MotoCorp, said “Our zero-waste-to-landfill…

07 Jun

India’s biggest packaged water company proposes framework to establish water credits for the beverage industry

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Bisleri International, India's leading mineral water company along with the TERI School of Advanced Studies has started an innovative study titled " Water Credits: Impact-Adjusted Virtual Water Footprint". This joined effort sets a benchmark for the beverage industry's commitment to water conservation. The study aims to set up a framework for water credits, akin to carbon credits, to upgrade sustainable water management. Unlike carbon emissions, water savings need a localized approach, factoring in variables such as rainfall and consumption at a watershed level. The study analyses the overall water footprint of the beverage industry, providing a comprehensive understanding of water…

07 Jun

Four Silchar students shine as top scorers in NEET UG 2024, credits Aakash Educational Services Limited for success

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Four students from Silchar have emerged as top scorers in the NEET UG 2024 examination, with scores surpassing the 660 mark. Diptendra Acharjee secured AIR 2721 with a score of 696, followed closely by Debojit Shaw with AIR 3199 and a score of 695. Additionally, Jagatjyoti Dutta achieved AIR 8183 with a score of 681, while Muhit Das Gupta secured AIR 21369 with a score of 660. These outstanding results were made possible through the guidance and support of Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), a renowned name in test preparatory services. The students, who enrolled in AESL's classroom program, attribute…

07 Jun

Coca-Cola India Celebrates World Environment Day with #BenchPeBaat campaign

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In a strategic move to celebrate World Environment Day, Coca-Cola India has introduced the #BenchPeBaat campaign, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and community engagement. The initiative, in collaboration with United Way Mumbai and Coca-Cola India's foundation, Anandana, involves installing 380 benches made from recycled plastic waste collected during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. Each bench, constructed from approximately 50 kilograms of plastic waste, has been placed in schools, colleges, public parks, and municipal corporation offices across ten Indian cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune, Dharamshala, and Lucknow. This initiative not only tackles plastic waste but also…

07 Jun

RBI Monetary Policy 2024: RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 6.5% for eighth consecutive time, upturn FY25 GDP estimate to 7.2%

Priyanka RoyBusiness, News

RBI MPC Meeting June 2024: With the RBI keeping the repo rate constant, all external benchmark lending rates linked to the repo rate will not increase, providing relief to borrowers as their EMIs will not increase. RBI Monetary Policy Meeting June 2024: The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Reserve Bank of India, which began its meeting on Wednesday, has kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.5% for the eighth consecutive time. This is the first time that the MPC met after the declaration of Lok Sabha election results. In April, the central bank had determined to keep the repo…