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26 Jun

MoRD and MSDE Sign MoU to Strengthen Livelihoods in Rural India

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26 June 2025, Mumbai: In a landmark step towards strengthening livelihoods in rural India and promoting economic self-reliance among women, the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) and the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi. The objective of this MoU is to strengthen livelihood opportunities in rural areas by combining the technical expertise and institutional framework of MSDE with the extensive grassroots reach and implementation capabilities of the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM). The aim is to enhance the skills, market access, and entrepreneurial capabilities…

26 Jun

From Big Screens to Quick Scrolls: Decoding Amazon’s Strategy of Two Individual Streaming Services in India

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BALI, Indonesia : In a panel discussion at APOS Bali (Indonesia) 2025, created and curated by Media Partners Asia (MPA), Gaurav Gandhi, Vice President, Asia Pacific & MENA, Prime Video, Nikhil Madhok, Director & Head of Originals, Prime Video, India, and Amogh Dusad, Director & Head of Content, Amazon MX Player, at APOS Bali (Indonesia) 2025, shared their views on Amazon’s strategy of having two different streaming services in India. During the panel discussion, moderated by Vivek Couto, Managing & Executive Director, Media Partners Asia, Gaurav Gandhi talked about the two-platform strategy behind two distinct streaming platforms, SVOD-led Prime Video…

17 Apr

Supreme Court Seeks Centre’s Response in a Week on Waqf Amendment Act

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New Delhi: — The Supreme Court of India has commenced hearings on a batch of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, a legislation that has sparked sharp legal, political, and communal debates across the country. A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, along with Justices Sanjay Kumar and K.V. Viswanathan, is examining over 70 petitions filed by political leaders, religious bodies, civil society groups, and individuals. During the hearing, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Union government, defended the legislation, stating that the Centre had received “lakhs of representations” highlighting concerns over large swathes…

16 Apr

GM Srinath Narayanan Joins Chessbrainz as Brand Ambassador to Boost Global Chess Education

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New Delhi: – Olympiad gold medal-winning coach Grandmaster Srinath Narayanan has joined global online chess academy Chessbrainz as brand ambassador. The collaboration, facilitated by MGD1, aims to strengthen structured chess education across 50+ countries. Srinath, one of India’s leading chess coaches and a mentor to players like Arjun Erigaisi and Nihal Sarin, will contribute to enhancing Chessbrainz’s curriculum, developing its coaching framework, and providing students with direct access to high-level training. The partnership also includes the use of his name and image in training initiatives. “Chess education is evolving, and platforms like Chessbrainz are making structured learning accessible to more…

10 Apr

Trump’s Tariff War Heats Up: China Faces Immediate Duties as Others Get 90-Day Reprieve

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New Delhi– The United States’ trade war with the world took a dramatic turn as President Donald Trump announced a partial pause on his sweeping tariff plan, delaying implementation for 90 days on imports from all countries except China. The move, revealed in a late-night Truth Social post on April 9, keeps the pressure on Beijing while offering a temporary olive branch to other trading partners amid mounting economic turbulence and international backlash. Trump’s initial tariff salvo came on April 2, when he declared a 10% baseline tariff on all imports, with steeper duties targeting specific nations. China bore the…

25 Aug

India’s Government Employees Just Got a HUGE Retirement Boost!

Kumar AnshumanNewsfinancial security, government employees, India, Old Pension Scheme, pension benefits, retirement, retirement planning, Unified Pension Scheme, UPS

If you're a government employee in India, get ready to breathe a sigh of relief! The Union Cabinet just dropped some major news that'll put a smile on your face as you dream of your golden years. Yesterday, they gave a big thumbs up to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), and it's set to change the retirement game for the better. What's the Fuss About UPS? Think of UPS as your financial safety net for retirement. It makes sure you'll have a predictable and secure pension to enjoy, even after you hang up your work boots. It promises a specific…

29 Jun

Coromandel International Launches Magnesium-Enriched Paramfos Plus

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Coromandel International Limited launched a magnesium-fortified complex grade fertilizer called Paramfos Plus in Bengaluru. Sankarasubramanian S, Executive Director, Nutrient Business, Coromandel International, launched the product in the presence of the company's senior leadership team and key channel partners from Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The Paramfos Plus fertiliser contains 16% nitrogen, 20% phosphorus, 13% sulfur, and 0.6% magnesium. Adding magnesium to plants increases photosynthesis, chlorophyll production, and promotes vegetative growth, improving both quality and yield. The product is versatile and can be used both as a base and top dressing on a wide variety of crops, including paddy, cotton, maize, sugarcane,…

18 Jun

Primus Partners expands presence in Southern India

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Mumbai: Primus Partners, an Indian consultancy firm, today announced the inauguration of its new office in Chennai in a strategic move to strengthen its nationwide footprint. As the second premises in the Southern market, the new office space enhances the firm’s foothold and client-servicing capabilities. India’s Southern states serve as a significant hub for the Company’s growth and help in attracting the right talent while better catering to clients within the region. The Chennai office will provide multiple services to clients, with Digital Strategy & Implementation and Disaster Resilience & Mitigation Planning being two of the key offerings. Primus Partners is…

14 Jun

Arbaaz Khan Inaugurates Family Entertainment Centre-Zoreko at Elan Town Centre

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Gurugram: Zoreko - Original Gamers, the newly opened family entertainment center (FEC) located at the flagship spot in Elan Town Centre on Sohna Road, Sector 67 Gurugram, is reinventing the gaming experience with its latest outlet. Adding to the excitement, the inauguration ceremony was graced by the esteemed Bollywood actor Arbaaz Khan, making the event truly memorable. The new hub is poised to totally transform Gurugram's gaming landscape with its vast layout and unbeatable selection of games. Additionally, it promises to be the best gaming area for gamers of all ages, catering to their various interests and needs. The outlet…

14 Feb

Lords Mark Industries Ltd Files Patent for its bio-chemistry reagents

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LordsMed, the healthcare division of Lord’s Mark Industries Ltd, has launched a set of 10 world-class re-agents for Triglycerides, Uric Acid, Alkaline Phosphatase, Bilirubin, Calcium (Arsenazo III), Creatinine, Glucose, Serum Glutamic Oxaloacetic Transaminase (SGOT)/Aspartate Aminotransferas, Serum Glutamic Pyruvic Transaminase (SGPT), Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) and Total Protein. As per the company sources, these re-agents come with 99.7 percent accuracy, the highest level of sensitivity, a shelf-life of 24 months, unique packaging and competitive price-points. The company has filed India patents for these re-agents which will strengthen the preventive healthcare mechanism for critical diseases. LordsMed will manufacture these re-agents at its manufacturing facility…