Flipkart sees 3X hike in digital adoption among kiranas

Best Price cash-and-carry business has seen a 3X hike in e-commerce adoption among kiranas in tier-II and III cities from January to June this year. Flipkart Wholesale, together with Best Price cash-and-carry business, serves over 1.5 million members.

LIC unveils RuPay prepaid gift card ‘Shagun’

LIC Cards Services Ltd has launched a prepaid gift card ‘Shagun’ in collaboration with IDBI Bank on RuPay platform. The purpose of this card is to expand the gift card market with an intent to promote cashless ways of gifting.

Malabar Investments redomiciles to Dubai Int’l Financial Centre

Malabar Investments, the international investment arm of Malabar Gold & Diamonds, has redomiciled with the Dubai International Financial Centre and the registration of its shares of international operations with Nasdaq Dubai’s Central Securities Depository.

Škoda rolls out all-new Octavia at Rs 25.99 lakh

Škoda Auto India has unveiled the all-new Octavia at Rs 25.99 lakh. Octavia was unveiled in India two decades ago. The fourth generation, with its design, exquisite interiors, class-leading safety and intelligent connectivity features pushes the yardstick further.

Mercedes-Benz unveils most advanced S-Class in India

Mercedes-Benz has launched the 7th generation of its S-Class model in India. It redefines the automotive luxury segment with numerous human-centric innovations around driver assistance, protection and interaction.

Aplicar offers access to over 200 institutes across Canada

The prospect to study in Canada is a dream for students. Online education platform Aplicar is offering students and recruitment partners the most streamlined platform in today’s industry. It offers the choice of over 200 institutions.

‘Easy to buy at Rs 49/day’ scheme by TVS Motor

TVS Motor Company has launched a scheme for the multi-utility vehicle, TVS XL100. Customers can purchase i-TOUCHstart variants at Rs 49 per day. With this scheme, an EMI of Rs 1,470 per month will be charged.

itel launches Magic 2 4G superphone at Rs 2,349

itel has launched 4G-feature phone Magic 2 4G under its ‘Magic series’. Equipped with 4G connectivity, long-lasting battery, king voice and priced at Rs 2349, it offers Wi-Fi and hotspot tethering through which eight devices can be connected.

OnePlus rolls out Nord CE 5G

OnePlus has launched Nord CE 5G (core edition). Equipped with a 64 MP triple camera, a 90 Hz fluid Amoled display, Snapdragon 750G 5G processor, and improved warp charge 30T Plus, along with OxygenOS 11 delivers a fantastic user experience.

Now stay connected with Microsoft Teams for free

Microsoft aims to help everyone stay connected. Microsoft Teams — a chat and collaboration platform for all — is already a leading solution for working professionals. Now you can connect with your family and friends through Microsoft Teams.

Experion Virsa, Amritsar, gets overwhelming response

Upcoming fully integrated township, Experion Virsa, Amritsar, has received an overwhelming response from customers and channel partners since its launch in 2019. The project will be developed in multiple phases.

JSW Hydropower, Kinnaur, donates 10,000 immunity kits

JSW Hydropower, Kinnaur, has donated over 10,000 immunity kits and 500 oxymeters to Deputy Commissioner, Kinnaur, under its CSR initiative. Project head Praveen Puri and CSR head Vinod Purohit were present on the occasion. Hemraj Berwa, DC, Kinnaur, thanked the management for their contribution.

Joyalukkas hails mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery

Joyalukkas has welcomed the mandatory hallmarking of gold jewellery. It said the decision was aimed at protecting consumer rights and it would ensure greater transparency in the market eliminating frauds.

ITC Hotels inaugurates Welcomhotel Tavleen Chail

ITC Hotels has inaugurated Welcomhotel Tavleen Chail with 65 guest rooms, including 18 fairytale cottages and a luxury suite. This is the second property in Himachal after Welcomhotel Shimla was launched about six months ago.

Tata Tea initiative urges people to help others

Tata Tea has launched #JaagoRe, Iss Baar #SabKeLiye #JaagoRe initiative with an aim to spread awareness on a cause which is the need of the hour in the current state of pandemic, urging people to lend a helping hand to those who have been a helping hand in their daily life.

Aparna Enterprises to invest Rs 100 crore in Alteza brand

Building materials player Aparna Enterprises Ltd has announced plans to invest Rs 100 crore towards building its aluminium window and door system brand Alteza in the next four years. The funds will be used for strengthening the product portfolio, manufacturing facility, marketing and retailing.

Health insurance best gift, says Care Health Insurance

Ajay Shah, Director & Head – Retail Sales, Care Health Insurance, has said, “Anything that helps provide financial security and safeguards parents during unprecedented times is without doubt the most thoughtful gift for them. Health insurance for these reasons becomes an obvious choice.”