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HCLFoundation  which drives the corporate social responsibility agenda of HCLTech  in India, today announced the successful completion of cleanup campaign across 50 coastal areas across Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. The campaign was launched on August 11 in collaboration with M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, People's Action for Development, Development Research Communication and Services Centre, SPANDAN, ReefWatch Marine Conservation, Plan@Earth, Animal Warriors Conservation Society and Plan Foundation to mark HCL Group's 50th anniversary. As part of the campaign, on the International Coastal Cleanup Day, HCLFoundation also organized awareness initiatives, including street plays, sand sculptures and marine debris exhibitions, bringing together employees, local communities and environmental partners in Kundapura (Karnataka), Kochi (Kerala), Ramanathapuram & Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu), Ongole (Andhra Pradesh), South & North 24 P...

Lava International Limited, India’s leading homegrown smartphone brand, announced the launch of the Virat Curve 5G, designed to elevate premium experience in the 20k segment for the true tech enthusiasts. Envisioned, designed and developed in India, the smartphone brings together a striking 3D Curved AMOLED Display, premium vegan leather finish, distinctive Rear Mini Screen, powerful imaging capabilities, Vayu AI and enduring battery life in a compact, premium footprint. Designed to make a statement while delivering meaningful everyday functionality, the Virat Curve 5G brings together design, intelligence and performance in a distinctly sophisticated smartphone experience.   The Virat Curve 5G, available in a 6GB + 128GB variant, will go on sale on Flipkart starting 28th September at 7 PM. The smartphone will be available in Heritage Indigo, Makrana Ivory, and Ellora Slate colour options. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Sumit Singh, Senior Vice President and Head of Product, La...

Biocon Biologics Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Biocon Limited (BSE code: 532523, NSE: BIOCON) announced that the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has issued a positive opinion recommending the granting of a marketing authorisation to its Pertuzumab biosimilar as 420 mg concentrate solution for infusion, under the brand name Pebrilzo®, for the treatment of HER2‑positive breast cancer across multiple disease stages. The positive opinion follows the review of the marketing authorization application submitted by Biocon Biologics Ireland Limited (formerly Biosimilar Collaborations Ireland Limited), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Biocon Biologics Limited. Shreehas Tambe, CEO & Managing Director, Biocon, said: “The positive CHMP opinion for our Pertuzumab biosimilar marks an important step toward expanding access to biologic therapies for patients with HER2-positive breast cancer in Europe. As the first monocl...

Service Civil International (SCI) Invites Volunteers to Join Its Peace and Voluntary Service Programmes. Having its head office in Antwerp in Belgium it has consultative status at the United Nations organisation Service Civil International (SCI) is a volunteer organisation dedicated to promoting a culture of peace through international voluntary service projects for people of all ages and backgrounds. SCI is open to everyone and has no political or religious affiliation. What is SCI? Service Civil International believes that international voluntary service can help build understanding, friendship and cooperation among people from different countries and communities. Through voluntary service, SCI provides opportunities for people to work together, learn from one another and contribute to peaceful communities it has its presence in 9 states in India SCI conducts various programmes, including: -             Youth exchange pr...

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited (Ujjivan SFB), serving over 1 crore customers through 800+ branches across 26 States and Union Territories, announced the launch of its new brand campaign ‘Nothing Small About Us’, featuring acclaimed actor and Padma Shri awardee R. Madhavan as its Brand Ambassador. The campaign is rooted in a key customer insight: the word ‘Small’ can sometimes create a perception that the Bank caters primarily to small-ticket financial needs, has a limited range of banking products and offerings, or operates at a smaller scale. ‘Nothing Small About Us’ seeks to address this perception by showcasing the Ujjivan Small Finance Bank of today. Ujjivan offers a comprehensive range of banking solutions across savings, deposits, lending and business banking, forex and NRI services, as well as investment and wealth solutions. Its loan offerings range from ₹6,000 to ₹250 crore, catering to customers with diverse financial needs. Commenting on the campaign, Lakshman Vela...

Bharat Forge Ltd. and Pratt & Whitney Canada announced that they will work together to evaluate the integration of advanced turboprop engines into a high-altitude, long-endurance (HALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) program designed and developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Pratt & Whitney is an RTX business. The collaboration supports India’s indigenous unmanned aerial systems efforts under the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. Pratt & Whitney Canada will evaluate engine compatibility, performance and installation requirements. Bharat Forge will lead engine-airframe integration, including installation design and systems interfaces, drawing on its advanced engineering, manufacturing and aerospace systems capabilities.  "Bharat Forge Aerospace business is proud to collaborate with Pratt & Whitney Canada to advance India’s indigenous aerospace and defense manufacturing capabilities,” said Amit Kalyani, Vice Chairman...