Business

30 Aug

Axis Bank redefines conventional employment

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Axis Bank, India’s third largest Bank announced the launch of GIG-A Opportunities, a platform for alternate work models that encourage greater flexibility, diversity and inclusivity. Axis Bank’s ‘GIG-A-Opportunities’ is the answer to the challenge of having an integrated work model & solution that addresses the varied skill requirements of a large corporate, while meeting the need of flexibility and ease for a growing pool of untapped talent. ‘GIG-A-Opportunities’ is pegged for large opportunities in the job market. It will open up large prospects in digital banking, technology, risk modeling, virtual sales, audit and credit policy, which are the first set…

30 Aug

Sony’s new 4K HDR 9000H TV series

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Sony India announced the all-new BRAVIA X9000H Television series with 4K HDR Full Array LED display. This minimalist 4K Ultra HD TV brings out clear and precise picture quality, offering highly realistic viewing experience to consumers. It delivers beautiful pictures with vibrant colour and stunning contrast, thanks to the best-in-class family of X1 processors. The powerful sound that comes directly from the TV screen creates a highly immersive experience. Sony’s new 4K HDR 9000H TV series available in 165 cm (65) and 140 cm (55) encompasses of X1 4K HDR picture processor to see more detail in every scene. The…

29 Aug

Indian consumers prioritise audio quality

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Indian Consumers are now prioritising audio quality as a key smartphone purchase driver ahead of camera and battery. This is according to a new study by CyberMedia Research (CMR), titled “What Audio Means for Indian Smartphone users?” In fact across all parameters, one in every four users has stated audio quality as the most important factor while selecting their smartphone. For the first time ever, consumers are more tuned into ‘audio quality’, possibly driven by long hours spent alone in a homebound economy. Satya Mohanty, Head-Industry Consulting Group, CMR said, “Given the advancements in smartphone camera and battery, I believe consumers…

29 Aug

AJI-NO-MOTO is approved by FSSAI in India

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One can get two kinds of AJI-NO-MOTO in Mizoram markets. One is duplicated. It is not approved by FSSAI. The other is a genuine AJI-NO-MOTO. It is marketed by Ajinomoto India Private Limited with FSSAI license, with safety and quality proved by FSSAI. The company requested its customers to remain alert about duplicated AJI-NO-MOTO. The best way to buy original AJI-NO-MOTO is to check and confirm the presence of FSSAI logo and license number on the package. AJI-NO-MOTO is sold in over 130 countries and its safety has been reaffirmed globally by regulatory bodies like the US-FDA, JECFA, Food Safety Australia…

27 Aug

Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s Toyota Urban Cruiser

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) commenced bookings for its much-awaited compact SUV, Toyota Urban Cruiser, begun on 22 August. Toyota Urban Cruiser from Toyota is equipped with a new & powerful, yet fuel-efficient ‘K-Series 1.5-litre four-cylinder Petrol Engine’, to deliver superior driving experience. The Urban Cruiser will be available in both Manual & Automatic Transmissions (AT). Customers can look forward to alluring Dual-Tone Dark Brown premium interiors, wide and spacious cabin, Smart Entry with Engine Push Start/Stop Button and Auto AC. The Toyota Urban Cruiser will be loaded with high-end features such as Smart Playcast touchscreen audio with Android Auto/Apple Carplay…

27 Aug

MoU with Assam is a part of Flipkart’s Samarth initiative

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Flipkart signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Assam to promote the state’s local Arts, Crafts and Handloom sectors by bringing them into the e-commerce fold. Under the Flipkart Samarth program, the partnership with the Assam Industries & Commerce Department will enable national market access for Assam’s artisans, weavers, and craftsmen, allowing them to showcase their hallmark products on Flipkart’s marketplace. Government of Assam and Flipkart, both will focus on creating avenues to increase business and trade inclusion opportunities for these under-served segments of the society. The MoU was signed in the presence of Shri Chandra Mohan…

26 Aug

Compensation Cess on tobacco products can generate 49,740 crores

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Public health groups along with doctors and economists are urging the GST Council to increase compensation cess on all tobacco products that can provide additional tax revenue of Rs. 49,740 crores. This additional revenue could significantly contribute to the increased need for compensation by different states during the pandemic and to disburse the dues already owed by the Centre. They all are appealing to the GST Council to, as an extra-ordinary measure, to apply the compensation cess on bidis and also increase the existing compensation cess applied on cigarettes and smokeless tobacco products during the upcoming meeting of the GST…

25 Aug

Bank Employees strongly opposed privatization move of public sector banks

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The Bank Employees’ Federation North Eastern Region, in its virtual meet held yesterday, strongly opposed privatization move of public sector banks, while demanding further improvement in 11th Bipartite Settlement. The Federation feels that skeletons stored in the cupboard of recent bank mergers are falling off. The bank mergers was formalized in April 2020, while the entire country was under lock-down. The declared objective was to strengthen public sector banking sectors. Now, couple of months apart, the real agenda stands revealed. If media reports are any indication, the Govt is set to privatize several PSBs. Everyone knows Govt of India nationalized…

24 Aug

Vedanta Rojgar Yojana

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Vedanta Foundation launched ‘Vedanta Rojgar Yojana. The program will train and provide job-placements to unemployed youth. Vedanta Foundation is a philanthropic initiative of Vedanta Resources Ltd. Since 1992 it has trained more than 1.4 million youth, through its Vocational Training Centres across the nation. The Vocational Training Program has now been revamped into Employment Linked Skill Training Program. Towards this transformation, Vedanta Foundation has partnered with Quess Corp, India’s largest private sector employer for this initiative. 2000 candidates are enrolled and undergoing training in 50 centres presently as a pilot under Vedanta Rojgar Yojana. The centres in West Bengal -…

24 Aug

Bandhan Bank turns 5 on Aug 23

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Bandhan Bank will complete its five successful years of operations on August 23, 2020. The Bandhan Group was given approval by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to set up a universal bank in June 2015. After becoming a bank, Bandhan Bank has spread its reach to diverse corners of India across 34 states and UTs via its 4,559 banking outlets and 485 ATMs. Apart from its microcredit offerings, which account for 64% of its portfolio, the Bank has extended into several new products such as loans to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), gold loans and affordable housing finance.…