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Star Health and Policy bazaar Launch ‘SUPER STAR’: A Modular Long-term Health Insurance Plan

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Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (Star Health Insurance) and Policy bazaar announced the launch of ‘SUPER STAR' , a personalised long-term health insurance plan which is customer-centric in nature with an objective of delivering greater customer value. This game changer product is designed to meet the evolving needs of policyholders and offers unparalleled flexibility and customization. The long-term 5-year policy term for individuals and families alike. Commenting on the product launch, Mr. Sarbvir Singh, Joint Group CEO, PB Fintech , said “With healthcare costs escalating, the need for flexible, comprehensive health insurance has never been more critical. SUPER STAR meets that demand by allowing customers to choose coverage that grows with them, making it a true game changer in the industry. We’re thrilled to partner with Star Health Insurance to make this modular health insurance solution available to millions of Indian households, ensuring they have financial

Godrej Professional unveils the Surreal Collection, bridges Global Trends with Indian Hair Care Innovation

Godrej Professional, the professional hair care brand with products in hair care, colour, styling, and keratin under Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), unveils the Surreal Collection , India's first hair colour range inspired by the world's most stunning natural wonders . This innovative range features captivating shades co-curated by Shailesh Moolya, National Technical Head at Godrej Professional, and Yianni Tsapatori, Creative Director of Godrej Professional, capturing the essence of nature's palette and offering a fresh perspective on how natural beauty can enhance personal style. Each shade in the Surreal Collection has been meticulously crafted to bring these iconic landscapes to life, allowing individuals to experience the beauty of the world through their hair.   As the festive and wedding seasons approach, the Surreal Collection ensures that your hair will be the perfect complement to every outfit and occasion. Featuring four distinct hair colour looks, each

Distribution of Cool Butter Milk, Water Melon & Cucumber for the public to beat the heat waves in Chennai

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9 As part of ICWO – Abhay Dan Trust initiative Installation of 2nd Water Dispenser inaugurated at Om Maha Ganapathi Temple, Thangam Colony, Anna Nagar West, Chennai was inaugurated by Mr.T.V.Shemmozhi, Counsillor Ward 104 followed by distribution of Cool Butter Milk, Water Melon & Cucumber for the public to beat the heat waves in Chennai started on 14th September 2024.  Speaking on the occasion Mr.A.J.Hariharan, Secretary- ICWO said the 1st Water Dispenser in Asiad Colony was installed and it is well utilized by lot of people and well maintained. Based on the success, we have installed the 2nd Water Dispenser at Thangam Colony, Om Maha Ganapathy Temple, Anna Nagar, Chennai-600040. He also mentioned that with support of Abhay Dan Trust ICWO implemented  various project benefiting poor and multiple marginalized people in Chennai.   In the presence of Mr.R.K.Puviarassu, Deputy Area Engineer, Chennai Metro Water and Sewerage Board and Ms.S.R.Nivetha, Assistant Engineer, Chennai Metro W

LG ELECTRONICS BRINGS EARLY FESTIVE CHEER WITH ‘INDIA KA CELEBRATION’

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Chennai: LG Electronics, India’s leading Consumer Durable brand, is set to light up this Diwali with its ‘India Ka Celebration’ Mega Consumer promotion. Designed to add extra cheer to the festive season, the promotion includes gifts worth 51 Crore and a chance for customers to win a LG Dream Home Package every day, which includes premium Consumer durables such as a Side-by-Side Refrigerator, OLED TV, Front Load Washing Machine, Microwave Oven, Water Purifier & Air Conditioner.   LIFE’S GOOD offers   As part of the Life’s Good offers, customers can enjoy up to 26% cashback on select models, with discounts of up to INR 26000. To make purchasing more convenient, LG is offering down payments as low as INR 1 and easy EMI options on select models, with fixed EMIs starting at INR 888.   Additionally, customers who purchase an InstaView Side-by-Side Refrigerator will receive a free MINI Refrigerator worth INR 11999.   TV buyers can benefit from a 3-year warranty on select models

VENTIVE HOSPITALITY LIMITED FILES DRHP WITH SEBI

Ventive Hospitality Limited (Formerly known as ICC Realty (India) Private Limited), a hospitality asset owner with a primary focus on luxury offerings across business and leisure segments, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (“DRHP”) with market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (“SEBI”). The Company’s initial public offering comprises of a fresh issue of Equity Shares of face value of ₹1 each aggregating up to ₹2000 Crores. The total offer size comprises of up to Equity Shares of face value of ₹1 each aggregating up to ₹2000 Crores. Ventive Hospitality Limited, formerly known as ICC Realty (India) Private Limited was founded as the hospitality division of Panchshil Realty, a real estate conglomerate based in Pune which has a presence across the commercial, retail, luxury residential and data center segments. In 2017, pursuant to the acquisition of a 50% stake in the company, BRE Asia (formerly known as Xander Investment Holding XVI Limited), an affiliate of

Castrol India expands Auto Care product range with new additions

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Chennai: Castrol India Limited, a pioneer in automotive lubricants, has expanded its Auto Care product range with the introduction of two new additions, the Castrol Microfibre Cloth and the Castrol Shiner Sponge. These additions complement the existing range of Castrol Chain Cleaner, Castrol Chain Lube, Castrol 3-in-1 Shiner, Castrol 1-Step Polishing Compound and Castrol Anti-Rust Lubricant Spray.   The Castrol Microfibre Cloth is a valuable addition to the vehicle maintenance category. Its advanced microfibre technology and durable construction effectively capture dirt, dust, and liquids without leaving behind residue or lint. The cloth’s superior water absorption and retention capabilities minimise the need for frequent changes, while its quick-drying properties help prevent bacterial growth and odors. Versatile and easy to use, the Castrol Microfibre Cloth can also be employed for household cleaning tasks, such as cleaning glass windows, microwave ovens, and refrigerators.   Th

NORTHERN ARC CAPITAL LIMITED INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING TO OPEN ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

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    Price band fixed at ₹ 249 to ₹ 263 per Equity Share of face value of ₹ 10 each (“ Equity Share ”) ·          Bid Offer will open on Monday, September 16, 2024 and close on Thursday, September 19 , 2024. The Anchor Investor Bid / Offer Period shall be Friday, September 13, 2024 ·          Bids can be made for a minimum of 57 Equity Shares and in multiples of 57 Equity Shares thereafter. National September 11, 2024: Northern Arc Capital Limited ( “Northern Arc” or “The Company” ) , shall open its Bid/Offer in relation to its initial public offer of Equity Shares on Monday, September 16, 2024. The initial public offering comprises a fresh issue of Equity Shares aggregating up to ₹ 5000 million (the “ Fresh Issue ”) and an offer for sale of up to 10,532,320 Equity Shares by the Selling Shareholders (the “ Offer for Sale ” and together with the Fresh Issue, the “ Offer ”) The price band for the Offer is at ₹249    to ₹263 per Equity Share. ( “The Price Band” ). A discount

Indian Community Welfare Organisation Appeals for More Fast Track Courts for Speedy Justice for Rape Victims

    Report ‘Fast Tracking Justice: Role of Fast Track Special Courts in Reducing Case Backlogs’ shows Fast Track Courts are much more efficient than other courts in rape and POCSO cases. ·          The Report recommends making all FTSCs functional and adding 1000 more to the list, failing which the country would never get rid of the piling backlog ·          Disposal rate of such cases across all courts was 10%, while it was 83% in FTSCs across India in 2022. ·          One rape or POCSO case per 3 minutes – this is the required disposal rate to clear the backlog in one year. ·         In the wake of the findings of a recent report by India Child Protection suggesting that Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs) are the only way for rape and sexual abuse survivors to seek justice, ICWO - Indian Community Welfare Organisation has appealed to the state government to ensure that more FTSCs are established for the speedy delivery of justice. The report, ‘Fast Tracking Justice: Role of

CEAT Inaugurates New Truck Bus Radial (TBR) Line at Chennai Plant, Strengthening Entry into Global Markets

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Chennai, India – 11 September, 2024 : CEAT, India’s leading tyre manufacturer, today announced the inauguration of it’s best in class Truck Bus Radial (TBR) production line at their Chennai manufacturing plant.   The new line will progressively reach a production capacity of 1500 tyres daily over the next 12 months and marks a significant milestone in CEAT’s drive to expand its footprint in international markets. The new TBR line complements CEAT’s existing production capabilities, including the manufacture of premium Passenger Car Radial (PCR) tyres and Motorcycle Radial (MCR/MCS) tyres . This expansion ensures that CEAT is well-positioned to meet the growing demands of high performance vehicles both in the domestic and international markets, all while maintaining its leadership in safety, sustainability, and digital innovation. Arnab Banerjee, Managing Director & CEO, CEAT , highlighted the strategic importance of the new TBR line, stating, "The inauguration of the Truc

AVIVA INDIA REDEFINES RETIREMENT SECURITY WITH AVIVA SIGNATURE INCREASING INCOME PLAN

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Chennai: Aviva Life Insurance, India's most trusted private life insurance brand, has announced the launch of the Aviva Signature Increasing Income  Plan -a Non-Linked, Non-Participating,Life Insurance Savings Plan (UIN: 122N158V01) . The Plan is specially designed to offer a guaranteed and growing,post- retirement income stream and help customers #Live Life freely in their golden years. With the increasing life expectancy and rising cost of living, financial security in retirement has become more critical than ever. Aviva Signature Increasing Income Plan addresses these challenges head-on, offering innovative features that make it stand a class apart in the market. This plan addresses inflation with a 15% step-up in monthly income every 3 rd policy year, which means that over time, the payouts go up in correlation with inflation, therefore sheltering the policyholder's purchasing power. Aviva Signature Increasing Income Plan provides guaranteed whole-life income , en

Ather Energy Limited files DRHP with SEBI

Ather Energy Limited , a pioneer in the Indian electric two-wheeler (E2W) market and a pure play EV company that designs all its products ground-up in India has filed the draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with capital markets regulator, SEBI to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO).The company is promoted by Tarun Mehta, Swapnil Jain and Hero Motocorp Ltd. The IPO of the Bengaluru headquartered company comprises of a Fresh Issue of equity shares aggregating up to Rs. 3,100 crore and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of up to 2,20,00,766 equity shares by theSelling Shareholders. The selling shareholders include: Promoter Selling Shareholders : Tarun Sanjay Mehta - up to 1,000,000 Equity Shares; Swapnil Babanlal Jain - up to 1,000,000 Equity Shares; Corporate Selling Shareholders : Caladium Investment Pte Ltd - up to 10,520,000 Equity Shares; National Investment and Infrastructure Fund II - up to 4,616,519 Equity Shares; Internet Fund III Pte. Ltd. - up to 4,000,000 Equity Sh

Bring Kids Back UA Task Force presents white paper advocating for the safeguarding of Ukrainian children from Russian forces to global audience

On August 27, 2024, in Kyiv, Ukraine, the Bring Kids Back UA Task Force presented its new White Paper titled “Safeguarding Children from Forced Transfers and Deportation”, in front of a global audience comprising of Ukrainian government officials, international human rights lawyers, academics, NGOs and more. The critical document produced by the Task Force addresses one of the most pressing issues arising from Russia’s war of aggression: the protection of affected Ukrainian children from forced transfers and deportations by Russian forces. The presentation focused on the White Paper’s key findings regarding the systematic forced transfer and deportation of affected Ukrainian children by Russian forces. Through analysing existing documentation of these practices, the Task Force presents their critique of the justifications provided by the Russian Federation for such actions. The paper also explores the potentia