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Aster CMI Hospital partners with Arunachal Pradesh to offer affordable liver transplant services

Aster CMI Hospital partners with Arunachal Pradesh to offer affordable liver transplant services

Aster CMI Hospital has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to provide affordable liver transplantation services to patients with end-stage liver disease. The partnership, particularly aimed at children with congenital liver conditions like biliary atresia, will make life-saving transplants accessible at a significantly reduced cost, offering hope to families burdened by expensive treatments. The cost of liver transplants can range between ₹20-25 lakh, deterring many families. However, Aster CMI, through its Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives and crowdfunding platforms, has developed the country’s largest affordable pediatric liver transplant program, performing over 1,000 successful transplants. Patients…
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Tata Motors to progress passenger vehicle prices by up to 4% from January 2025

Tata Motors to progress passenger vehicle prices by up to 4% from January 2025

In a series of announcements, leading automobile manufacturers Tata Motors, Maruti Suzuki and Kia India have announced price hikes for their passenger vehicle portfolios from January 2025.Tata Motors, India's largest automaker, revealed that it will increase prices by up to 3% across its entire range, including electric vehicles (EVs). The hike, effective from January 2025, will vary by model and variant. The move is aimed at partially mitigating the impact of rising input costs and inflation.Kia India also announced a price hike of up to 2% across its entire lineup, effective from January 1, 2025. This adjustment is due to…
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Adani Ports shares surge on government nod for petroleum import

Adani Ports shares surge on government nod for petroleum import

Adani Ports shares have gained 21 per cent in a year and 24 per cent since the beginning of this year. Shares of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone on Monday gained over 1 per cent after Adani Group company M/s Adani Krishnapatnam Port Ltd was notified to import petroleum by sea into India in public interest. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways gave the approval for the extension in a notification. Adani Ports stock rose 1.22 per cent to Rs 1275.75 on BSE as against the previous close at Rs 1260.25. The market capitalisation of Adani Ports reached…
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Durex’s The Birds and Bees Talk takes a step forward with Asia’s first Consent Café at Hornbill Festival 2024

Durex’s The Birds and Bees Talk takes a step forward with Asia’s first Consent Café at Hornbill Festival 2024

Durex's The Birds and Bees Talk (TBBT), an impactful life skills program by Reckitt, a global leader in health and hygiene, has proudly marked its third consecutive year as the official health partner of Northeast India's most iconic cultural celebration—the Hornbill Festival.  As the festival celebrates its milestone 25th edition, TBBT is set to launch Asia's first Consent Café, a pioneering initiative designed to spark meaningful conversations around consent, equity, and healthy relationships. The Hornbill Festival, expected to welcome over 150,000 visitors from December 1 to 10 at Kisama Heritage Village, Kohima, offers a unique platform to blend traditional heritage…
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Maruti Suzuki car prices to progress by up to 4 percent from January 2025

Maruti Suzuki car prices to progress by up to 4 percent from January 2025

Maruti Suzuki has cited price hike as the reason behind its recent move. Other car brands including JSW, MG Motors and Hyundai have also taken similar decisions. Maruti Suzuki India Limited has announced that it will raise the prices of its cars from January 2025. The increase will be up to 4 per cent and will vary depending on the specific car model. The company explained that the decision has been taken as a result of higher costs of materials and running the business. While Maruti Suzuki is working hard to keep costs low and minimise the impact on buyers,…
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ICICI Prudential Life’s IPRU Edge app boosts advisor productivity by 37%

ICICI Prudential Life’s IPRU Edge app boosts advisor productivity by 37%

IPRU Edge, a mobile app offered by ICICI Prudential Life Insurance exclusively for its advisors, has led to a 37% increase in their productivity in H1-FY2025, resulting in higher earnings for them. Importantly, 98.1% of agents using IPRU Edge were paid commissions on the same day. ICICI Prudential Life is the first life insurer to pay out commissions on the same day to select distributors. The company has a network of over 2 lakh advisors, and approximately 61% of the company’s top advisors are now actively using the app, which is helping them grow their business. In H1-FY2025, the company…
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Dr. Reddy’s launches Toripalimab in India

Dr. Reddy’s launches Toripalimab in India

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. announced the launch of Toripalimab in India. Toripalimab is a New Biological Entity (NBE). It is the only immuno-oncology drug approved by various regulatory authorities around the world such as the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), European Medicines Agency (EMA), Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), and others for the treatment of adults with recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (RM-NPC). Only immuno-oncology drug approved by various regulatory authorities around the world such as the USFDA, DCGI, EMA, MHRA,NMPA and others for the treatment of adults with recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (RM-NPC). Combination…
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Indus Towers shares inflation 5% after Vodafone sells stake

Indus Towers shares inflation 5% after Vodafone sells stake

Indus Towers jumped 5% to hit an intra-day high of Rs 375 after British telecom giant Vodafone Group sold its remaining 3% stake in the company. This sale of 79.2 million shares was done through an accelerated book-build offering. The decision is part of Vodafone's larger plan to divest from its investments in India, simplify its operations and strengthen its financial position. The company intends to use the funds primarily to settle borrowings of $101 million secured by its assets in India. The announcement comes after Vodafone sold an 18% stake in Indus Towers due in June 2023, raising proceeds…
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Suzlon shares flourish 3% after it secures 302.4 MW wind power project order from Jindal Renewables

Suzlon shares flourish 3% after it secures 302.4 MW wind power project order from Jindal Renewables

Shares of wind energy solutions provider Suzlon Energy on Wednesday rallied 3% to hit an intraday high of Rs 67.3 on the BSE after the company announced an extended partnership with Jindal Renewables.This latest development comes after Suzlon secured a 302.4 MW wind power project order from Jindal Renewables subsidiary JSP Green Wind 1 Pvt Ltd in Koppal region of Karnataka. The project aims to accelerate India's green steel production.Suzlon Energy now has its largest ever commercial and industrial (C&I) order from a single customer, after it secured a 400 MW captive wind power project from Jindal Renewables in the…
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Shriram Finance’s #TogetherWeSoar campaign: A strategic push to empower India’s aspirations

Shriram Finance’s #TogetherWeSoar campaign: A strategic push to empower India’s aspirations

Shriram Finance Ltd. has launched an inspiring new brand campaign, #TogetherWeSoar, with cricket legend Rahul Dravid as the face of the initiative. The campaign underscores Shriram Finance’s core belief that strong partnerships are key to overcoming obstacles and achieving success. Dravid’s leadership and resilience align perfectly with the brand’s values, reinforcing the message that when individuals and businesses come together, they can achieve their financial goals. The campaign, voiced by veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah for the Hindi version and featuring regional versions with lyrics by celebrated lyricists like K.S. Chandrabose and Madhan Karky, aims to connect with a diverse audience…
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