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Rajesh Magow, Co-founder & Group CEO of MakeMyTrip, stated that the New Year and Christmas season is a great time for travelers seeking relaxation, whether for domestic or international trips. Travelers are increasingly willing to spend more money to create memorable experiences. During the holidays, most bookings are for pairs and families, although solo travel is also rising, especially for international trips.   The top 20 domestic destinations make up 40% of all travel searches this holiday season, with Goa being the most popular. Other cities like Manali, Varanasi, Mussoorie, and Udaipur have seen significant growth in searches. Notably, 40% of these top destinations are hill stations from North and South India. The list of the top 20 searched domestic cities includes Goa, Mumbai, Udaipur, Delhi, Jaipur, Manali, Puri, Bengaluru, Munnar, Varanasi, Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar, Hyderabad, Ooty, Jaisalmer, Kolkata, Coorg, Mussoorie, Pondicherry, and Shimla.   For internat...

Reliance Power Limited (Reliance Power) subsidiary, Reliance NU Suntech Private Limited (Reliance NU Suntech) received the Letter of Award from Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for its proposed Solar 930 MW and 465 MW/1860 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. The project will see the largest deployment of grid storage batteries at a single site, not only in India but also in Asia, besides China. The competitive tariff with assured supply of peak power for 4 hours in a day will be a welcome relief for DISCOMs that have had to consistently buy power from the power exchanges during peak hours at the cap of INR 10 per unit. Reliance NU Suntech won the landmark 930 MW solar energy contract with battery energy storage system project (BESS) from Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) in an e-reverse auction held on 9 th December 2024. As per the terms of the tender, Reliance NU Suntech will also install a minimum storage capacity of 465 MW/1,860 MWh charged by solar p...

HCLTech has launched an innovation lab for SAP Business AI in Munich, Germany, allowing clients to explore industry applications and enhance their AI programs. This new facility highlights the strategic partnership between HCLTech and SAP, facilitating a smooth transition to SAP S/4HANA Cloud through RISE with SAP using SAP Business AI technology. The lab is integrated with HCLTech’s global AI & Cloud Native Lab network and employs advanced AI solutions from the HCLTech AI Force platform combined with SAP AI Core infrastructure. Key focus areas of the lab include: 1. Value Stream Transformation: Accelerating the use of RISE with SAP and modernizing industry value chains with GenAI-driven products and tools, including HCLTech AI Foundry. 2. Service Transformation: Improving SAP software development with innovative delivery methods like AI Force, which utilizes GenAI acceleration. 3. Cloud Native Transformation: Enhancing cloud operations with GenAI capabilities. Vijay ...

Godrej Professional, a prominent hair brand under Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL), has appointed Bollywood star Sharvari as its first brand ambassador. The announcement occurred during the Godrej Professional Spotlight finale, which honors hairstylists nationally. Sharvari, known for her roles in films like Munjya, Maharaj, and Vedaa, embodies the brand's focus on style, confidence, and empowerment. Her fashionable image aligns well with Godrej Professional, making her an excellent fit for the brand.   Abhinav Grandhi, General Manager of GCPL, expressed enthusiasm about Sharvari's appointment, highlighting her status as a fashion icon with a significant fan following. He stated that her connection with Godrej Professional comes during a period of growth for the brand in the hair and beauty sector.  Sharvari shared her excitement about the partnership, noting it is an honor to represent Godrej Professional. She acknowledged the brand's long-standing reputation in Ind...

London-based consumer tech brand, Nothing, announced the rollout of Nothing OS 3.0 (NOS 3.0), powered by Android 15. Designed to embody Nothing’s signature identity, NOS 3.0 introduces new features and enhancements that elevate the user experience while paving the way for more customizable and shareable interactions. NOS 3.0 introduces a new native Photo Gallery app packed with innovative features, including an advanced search function and expanded editing tools like filters, markups, and suggestions. This update offers users new ways to stay connected, allowing interaction with friends and family via Shared Widgets displayed on the newly designed, fully customisable lock screen . Enhanced Productivity Widgets like the new Countdown Widget allow users to stay on track, while the AI-powered Smart Drawer enables users to automatically categorize their apps into folders, for more efficient organization and access. NOS 3.0 will feature additional updates and enhancements including:...

Lava International Limited , t h e leading Indian smartphone manufacturer , announced the launch of its latest innovation, the LAVA Blaze Duo 5G. This smartphone is crafted to meet the evolving needs of today’s tech-savvy users, offering a blend of exceptional performance and innovative features at an introductory price starting ₹14,999 # (inclusive of bank offers ). The Blaze Duo 5G will be available in two variants: 6GB+6GB* and 8GB+8GB*, both offering 128GB UFS 3.1 storage. Blaze Duo exclusive sale will begin on Amazon starting December 20th. The Blaze Duo 5G is powered by the advanced MediaTek Dimensity 7025 chipset with AnTuTu Score of 500K+, ensuring robust performance across all applications. Its unique 4.02cm (1.58”) Secondary AMOLED Rear Display provides unparalleled convenience for tasks like taking selfies with the rear camera, receiving calls, viewing notifications, and controlling music, all without turning on the main screen. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Sumit Singh...