IVCA GreenReturns Summit 2024: Transforming MDB Reforms from Millions to Trillions

New Delhi, 3rd December 2024: India’s apex industry body for alternative assets, the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA), hosted the IVCA GreenReturns Summit in New Delhi. Shri N.K Singh, Former Chairman of the 15th Finance Commission, and Former Member of Parliament, Government of India, was joined by Shalabh Tandon, South Asia Regional Head of Operations and Climate Change, IFC, for a fireside chat…

MongoDB Announces Expansion of the MongoDB AI Applications Program

New Delhi—December 3, 2024—MongoDB, Inc. (NASDAQ: MDB) today at AWS re:Invent announced that a new cohort of organizations have joined the MongoDB AI Applications Program (MAAP) ecosystem of leading AI and tech companies. By lending their experience and expertise to MAAP, Capgemini, Confluent, IBM, QuantumBlack, AI by McKinsey, and Unstructured will offer customers additional integration and solution options, boosting the value customers receive from MAAP.…

Agoda Forecasts 2025 Travel Trends: Relaxation, Family Getaways, and Exploring Uncharted Destinations

New Delhi, 3 December 2024 – Digital travel platform Agoda has unveiled its 2025 Travel Trends survey, highlighting the key factors set to shape the travel landscape in Asia in the coming year. The survey reveals a strong focus on relaxation, family-oriented trips, and the excitement of discovering new destinations as primary motivations for travellers. Agoda’s findings indicate that travellers are prioritizing quality time with loved ones and seeking respite from daily routines. The survey also underscores the growing interest in exploring uncharted territories. Noteworthy…

GoMechanic’s Top Assist Aims to Close India’s Roadside Assistance Gap

New Delhi, 3rd December 2024 – Breakdowns happen when you least expect them. For Indian drivers, roadside emergencies often lead to frustrating delays, vulnerability, and anxiety. Recognizing the need for better support, GoMechanic, India’s leading car service and repair platform, proudly introduces ‘Top Assist’, a 24×7 nationwide roadside assistance service. With affordable pricing, seamless coverage, and rapid response times, Top Assist aims to bridge the gap in emergency support for…

India’s Subscription TV Service, DOR, Sees Sold-Out Launch on Day 1

New Delhi, 3rd December, 2024 – Dale Carnegie India hosted its Expert Forum 2024, bringing together HR leaders and industry experts to address workplace perception gaps and foster organizational collaboration. The virtual forum, themed “One Vision, One Team: How to Bridge Perception Gaps Across Roles,” explored strategies for creating aligned, high-performing workplace cultures. Dr. Robert A. Coleman, Director of Research & Thought Leadership at Dale Carnegie & Associates, opened the forum by presenting the latest white paper “Bridging the Gap – Aligning Workplace Perceptions Across Organizational Levels.” The research highlighted critical misalignments between leadership, middle…

PhonePe Unveils Dengue & Malaria Insurance for Just INR 59/Year

Bengaluru 3rd Dec 2024 : PhonePe, today announced the launch of a new Dengue and Malaria Insurance Plan on its platform, starting at just INR59 per year. This affordable health coverage plan offers comprehensive year-round coverage of up to ₹1 lakh for medical expenses related to vector and air-borne diseases. This insurance cover also ensures […] The post PhonePe Unveils Dengue & Malaria Insurance for…

Joyful Journeys at Novotel Goa Candolim: An Event of Smiles, Strength, and Celebration

Goa ,December 03, 2024 – Novotel Goa Candolim opened its doors to a heartwarming event titled “Joyful Journeys: A Day of Smiles and Strength” recently. This initiative aimed to bring joy and support to children battling cancer, providing them with a day filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable memories. The event was organized in collaboration with the Social Work Program at D. D. Kosambi School of Social Sciences & Behavioral Studies, Goa University, and the Oncology Department of Goa Medical College. Approximately…

Olio Pizza Unveils ‘Olio X MTV Hustle Box’ in Collaboration with MTV Hustle

3rd December 2024 – Olio Pizza, from the house of Curefoods, has launched a limited edition ‘Olio x Hustle Box’ in partnership with MTV Hustle 4 Hip Hop Don’t Stop to match the dynamic energy of MTV Hustle, India’s first hip-hop reality program. Combined with the robust flavors of Olio Pizza, the ‘Olio x Hustle […] The post Olio Pizza Unveils ‘Olio X MTV Hustle…

GeoSmart India 2024 Commences in Hyderabad with the Theme: Powering Digital Public Infrastructure Through Geospatial Knowledge

3 December, Hyderabad, December 2024 – GeoSmart India 2024, India’s premier geospatial technology conference, commenced today at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC). With the forward-looking theme, Powering Digital Public Infrastructure Through Geospatial Knowledge, the four-day conference aims to explore how digitization, digitalization, and digital transformation are reshaping governance by integrating geospatial data with advanced technologies. Inaugurating the event, Chief Guest Balo Raja, Hon’ble Minister…

Banking sector update-Oct’24

by Aditi Gupta, Economist RBI’s monthly data showed a moderation in credit growth across sectors in Oct’24. At 11.5%, credit growth eased to a 31-month low. While industry credit picked up on a YoY basis, credit growth to retail and services sector moderated. RBI’s regulatory crackdown on NBFC credit and unsecured lending was reflected in a slowdown in retail and services sector. Housing loans, vehicle…