Author: Manasi Praharaj

In a circular dated 23rd February 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has permitted licensed bank and non-bank managed prepaid payment instruments (PPIs) to issue prepaid cards for use across various public transport systems, without the mandatory KYC verification. One of the prominent PPI offerings is the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC), an open-loop card that offers interoperability across different transport networks in India such as Metro. AGS Transact Technologies, one of the largest omnichannel…

Bengaluru March 05, 2024: Shopsy by Flipkart, Bharat’s fastest-growing hypervalue e-commerce platform, has released its brand new campaign with Sara Ali Khan to announce the launch of the Grand Shopsy Mela, its biggest sale event of the year. The 6-day-long Grand Shopsy Mela is scheduled to kick-start on 12th March and end on 17th March.  Customers will be able to access more than 10 lakh products at price points less than Rs.99 across categories like Fashion, Beauty, Home and more as part of…

05th March 2024 : TreeHouse Hotels & Resorts, a leading hospitality chain, owned by Karma Hospitality LLP, has announced the signing of a new hotel, TreeHouse Morina in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Located strategically in Ahmedabad‘s primary business location, TreeHouse Morina offers convenient access to key commercial and industrial zones.  TreeHouse Morina will feature 77 well-appointed rooms, catering to both business and leisure travelers. Guests can enjoy…

The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Association of India (FHRAI) and the Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries (IAAPI) have officially entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen collaboration and promote sustainable development within their respective industries. The MOU, signed by Mr. Pradeep Shetty, President of FHRAI, and Mr. Shrikant Goenka, Chairman of IAAPI, signifies a mutual commitment to explore collaborative opportunities and synergies between the two associations. The primary…

Bengaluru, 05th March, 24: The Indian Street Premier League (ISPL), India’s pioneering tennis ball T10 cricket tournament to be played inside a stadium, set to take place within the iconic confines of the Dadoji Kondadev Stadium in Mumbai, is poised to launch its inaugural edition from March 6th to March 15th, 2024. ISPL is delighted to unveil the highly-anticipated fixtures for this cricket extravaganza, with tickets now available on BookMyShow. The inaugural festivities will…

Mumbai, March 05th, 2024: SBI Securities, one of the nation’s leading financial services firms, has proudly launched a powerful women’s day video ad campaign, Tum Shakti Ho, Tum Saksham Ho, that encourages women to take decisions, including investment decisions. The video presents an inspiring story of Sumitra, a dance teacher. She is a responsible citizen taking care of her family with a belief of giving it back to the society. However, when it comes to taking financial decisions, she hesitates initially but later…

Bengaluru,05th March 2024: Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, today flagged off its next-generation, green-fuel powered commercial vehicles to Tata Steel. The fleet includes Prima tractors, tippers and the Ultra EV bus, powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and battery electric technologies. The vehicles were flagged off by Tata Son’s Chairman, Mr. N Chandrasekaran, as part of the Tata Group’s Founder’s Day celebrations in…

Hyderabad, March 05th, 2024:  In a momentous event graced by the virtual presence of Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, Shyam Steel, a venerable name in the steel industry, continues its legacy of excellence with the inauguration of its fourth Integrated Steel Plant at JSK-II, Purulia, West Bengal. Established in 1953, Shyam Steel has consistently exemplified excellence, and this new venture marks another…

BENGALURU, India 05th March 2024:  Hilton (NYSE: HLT) proudly announces the grand opening of its newest property, DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield, nestled in the heart of Bengaluru‘s vibrant landscape. Owned and developed by Kalyani Developers, this stunning hotel marks a significant milestone in Hilton‘s expansion within the thriving Indian market. As Bengaluru’s first tech corridor to be connected to the Namma Metro system, the bustling Whitefield neighbourhood is recognised for its excellent connectivity, prominent IT hubs, and…

New Delhi, March 05, 2024: Signature Global, a leading player in India’s real estate sector, has announced pre-formal launch sales of more than INR ₹ 3600 crores for its latest premium housing residential development project, ‘DE LUXE-DXP,’ in Sector 37D, Gurugram, spread over 16.5 acres, this project presents a sales potential of 2.7 million sq. ft. Positioned strategically in Sector 37D, Gurugram, along with the vibrant Dwarka Expressway. DE LUXE-DXP, an IGBC gold rated project offers 1008 units in…

Bhopal, 05th March, 2024: From February 26th to February 28th, a three day National Vanmali Katha Samman Samaroh was jointly organized by Vanmali Srijan Peeth, Rabindranath Tagore University, AISECT Publications and Vishwarang. This event, dedicated to the creative legacy of the late Jagannath Prasad Choubey ‘Vanmali’, a renowned writer, educationist, and thinker, took place at the Rabindranath Tagore University campus. During this event, writers received…

Bengaluru, March 05th, 2024: Leading fixed-income platform Jiraaf has secured an Online Bond Platform Provider (OBPP) license from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) enabling it to offer a broad range of listed products including listed Corporate bonds, Securitized Debt Instruments (SDI), Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs), T-Bills, G-secs, and State Development Loans (SDL) to retail investors. “We are thrilled to contribute towards SEBI’s goal…

Market Overview: The skid resistant paper packaging market serves as a critical solution for industries requiring secure and stable packaging for their products during storage and transportation. Skid resistant paper packaging, also known as anti-slip paper packaging, incorporates specialized coatings or treatments to enhance friction and prevent slippage, thereby safeguarding goods from damage or accidents. This segment caters to a diverse range of industries including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, electronics, automotive, and logistics, where ensuring the integrity and…

Kolkata, 05th March 2024: The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has appointed Mr. Steve Suryadinata, a distinguished Impact Investor, as its Chief Representative for Indonesia, marking ICC’s strategic move to enhance economic ties with one of East Asia Pacific’s most vibrant democracies. With Mr. Suryadinata’s leadership, ICC anticipates achieving innovative growth and shared prosperity. Steve is the founder of Mata Investments, a private investment company focusing on early-stage, growth capital,…

Pune, 4th March 2024:  TK Elevator, one of the industry-leading elevator companies, is at the forefront of delivering mobility solutions with safety as its core value and culture. To promote safety awareness in the elevator industry, TK Elevator proudly participated in the Elevator Safety Run, a pioneering initiative by Virgo Communications. The Elevator Safety Run was held on 2nd March at the BIEC in Bengaluru, and it brought together manufacturers, buyers, and users to collectively raise awareness and enhance the safety of elevator and other mobility solutions. This event follows TK Elevator’s…

04 March, 2024: India’s leading jobs and professional networking platform, apna.co, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Indian Institute of Management, Sambalpur. The MOU signifies a strategic partnership aimed at fostering innovation, research, and entrepreneurship through collaborative projects. MOU signing took place during the 100 Cube Startup Conclave organized by IIM Sambalpur. It was formally signed in the presence of the Hon’ble Union Minister for Education, Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri…

Blue Planet, a known player in the sustainable waste management ecosystem in Southeast Asia, has taken a significant step towards environmental preservation with an adoption of a public park near its integrated waste management plant in Knowledge Park 3, Greater Noida, showcasing its unwavering commitment in creating a greener and cleaner environment. The Park adoption initiative underscores Blue Planet’s steadfast commitment to sustainability and circularity and epitomizing its mission to make a positive environmental impact. The renovated park, covering around 200…

New Delhi, 04th March 2024: PURE EV has maintained its BB+ (stable) ratings from the well-known rating agency ICRA. This is attributed to the company’s consistent performance over the years and its commitment to financial discipline. With this reaffirmed rating, PURE EV stands out from its start-up peers in the EV 2W industry. ICRA highlights a positive long-term demand outlook for electric two-wheelers (e2W) in the country. PURE has been…

Shilpi Gupta, owner of Shilpi Gupta Atelier and chairperson of the IMS Design and Innovation Academy, was honored as the recipient of the prestigious FemPreneur Rising Award 2024. Smt. Anandiben Patel, the honorable governor of Uttar Pradesh, graced the award ceremony, which was hosted by the Confederation of Women Entrepreneurs, at Raj Bhavan, Governor House, Lucknow. Ms.Gupta has contributed an important boost to the creative setting and shown a dedication to enabling women in business as a successful FemPreneur. Shilpi Gupta expressed thanks…