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Bank of India signs MOU with Indian Air Force for Rakshak Salary Package

Bank of India signs MOU with Indian Air Force for Rakshak Salary Package

#BankofIndiaMOUIndianAirForce Chandigarh: Bank of India, one of India’s leading public sector banks, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Air Force to extend the BOI Rakshak Salary Package to Air Force Personnel, Veterans and Agniveers (recruited under the Agnipath Scheme). The MoU covers special benefits including enhanced free comprehensive Personal Accident Insurance Cover (PAI), attractive offers on Debit and Credit Cards and a host of other offers. The ceremony for the exchange of MoUs was held on 20th March, 2025 at the Air Force Headquarters, New Delhi. Air Vice Marshal Updesh Sharma, VSM ACAS (Accts…
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NBSL Launches Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) 3.0

NBSL Launches Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) 3.0

BHIM 3.0 to provide enhanced features for users, new offerings for businesses and banks Chandigarh: NPCI BHIM Services Limited (NBSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has launched Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) 3.0. Shri Vivek Deep, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India launched the application and services in the presence of Mr. Ajay Kumar Choudhary, Non-Executive Chairman and Independent Director, NPCI and senior leaders from the banking and fintech industry. BHIM 3.0 represents its third evolution since its launch in 2016 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The new BHIM 3.0 app offers customer…
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Godrej ramps up AC portfolio to meet 50% growth aspiration

Godrej ramps up AC portfolio to meet 50% growth aspiration

 Forays into commercial AC segment with Cassette ACs and Tower ACs Chandigarh: With the onset of summer and temperatures already picking up, the Appliances Business of Godrej & Boyce, part of the Godrej Enterprises Group, unveiled its new AC portfolio, spanning multiple capacities, tonnages, energy ratings and technologies. Buoyed by its 2X growth in the category this year and the already climbing temperatures, the brand is targeting further 50% growth in the coming summer. Building on its nature-inspired Vogue series from last year, the brand introduced new wood finish ACs and extended it further to a new marble series, strengthening…
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MSDE Launches DBIM-Compliant Website, Aligning with India’s Digital Governance Vision

MSDE Launches DBIM-Compliant Website, Aligning with India’s Digital Governance Vision

Chandigarh: In a significant step toward strengthening India’s digital governance ecosystem, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) today launched its DBIM-compliant website, developed in alignment with the Digital Brand Identity Manual (DBIM) Version 3.0 introduced by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The newly launched website enhances accessibility, uniformity, and ease of navigation for users, featuring AI-powered search, multi-language support through Bhashini, persona-led navigation, and centralized content management. With its three-click approach, it ensures citizens can seamlessly access essential services and skilling resources. Launching the revamped website, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), MSDE, said: "The…
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Sajan Prakash, Olympian Inaugurates the Speedo Gallery at Basvangudi Aquatic Center

Sajan Prakash, Olympian Inaugurates the Speedo Gallery at Basvangudi Aquatic Center

Chandigarh: Sajan Prakash, a two-time Olympian and Arjuna Awardee, inaugurates the newly opened Speedo Gallery at the renowned Basvangudi Aquatic Center, marking a significant milestone in the world of competitive swimming. The Speedo Gallery, located within Asia's largest swim center, will serve as a dedicated space showcasing Speedo’s premium racing and competitive swimwear, designed to enhance the performance of athletes. This gallery highlights Speedo's commitment to supporting swimmers in their journey towards excellence, providing access to the latest in innovation and technology for those who aspire to reach the highest levels of competition. Basvangudi Aquatic Center, renowned for nurturing and…
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81% of Indians Underestimate Their Life Cover Needs: Bajaj Allianz Life Survey

81% of Indians Underestimate Their Life Cover Needs: Bajaj Allianz Life Survey

#BajajAllianzLifeSurvey2025 ·         The actual coverage held by Indians was just 3.1 times their income, significantly below the industry-recommended 10x benchmark. ·         1 in 3 Indians have never reviewed their life insurance coverage, even after major life events like marriage, childbirth, or income growth. ·         Despite inadequate coverage, 82% of Indians are confident that their life insurance will sufficiently secure their family's financial future Chandigarh: Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, one of India’s leading private life insurers, has released a comprehensive study titled ‘Underinsurance Survey 2025’, conducted in collaboration with NielsenIQ. The survey covered 2,000 individuals across metro, tier 1, and tier…
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From May 1 Pay More ATM withdrawal fees, RBI hikes higher charges

From May 1 Pay More ATM withdrawal fees, RBI hikes higher charges

#May1PayMoreATMRBI New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced an increase in interchange fees on ATM withdrawals, making cash withdrawals more expensive from May 1, according to a report by Doordarshan News. This change will impact frequent ATM users, leading to higher withdrawal costs. An ATM interchange fee is the amount one bank pays another for facilitating ATM transactions. Banks typically pass this cost on to customers. For example, if a customer of HDFC Bank withdraws money from an SBI ATM in Delhi, HDFC Bank may charge a fee after the third transaction at an SBI ATM in…
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Not considering holding exams for investors to test suitability for F&O trading: SEBI

Not considering holding exams for investors to test suitability for F&O trading: SEBI

#F&OTradingSEBI   #SEBIF&OTradingTest Mumbai: The market regulator is not considering conducting exams for investors to determine their eligibility for trading in futures and options (F&O), said the Securities and Exchange Board of India's Whole-time Member (WTM) Ananth Narayan. Narayan was answering a question on the subject at a press conference following a SEBI board meeting on March 24. He said, "Are we specifically looking at anything (as entry barriers like the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) exams for investors) at this point in time? No." This confirmed a report by Moneycontrol that was published following reports that such an exam…
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ग्लोब टोयोटा ने  फॉरेस्ट हिल रिजॉर्ट में टोयोटा हाइलक्स ब्लैक एडिशन को लॉन्च किया

ग्लोब टोयोटा ने  फॉरेस्ट हिल रिजॉर्ट में टोयोटा हाइलक्स ब्लैक एडिशन को लॉन्च किया

मोहाली: ग्लोब टोयोटा ने  फॉरेस्ट हिल रिजॉर्ट में एक खास कार्यक्रम में टोयोटा हाइलक्स ब्लैक एडिशन को पेश किया। इस भव्य लॉन्च के बाद एक बड़ी ऑफ-रोड एक्टिविटी आयोजित की गई, जिसमें कठिन रास्तों पर हाइलक्स की बेहतरीन क्षमता का प्रदर्शन किया गया। इस कार्यक्रम में ग्लोब टोयोटा के मैनेजिंग डायरेक्टर और सीईओ श्री विवेक दत्ता ने भी शिरकत की । उन्होंने इस तरह के अनुभवात्मक कार्यक्रमों के क्षेत्र में महत्व बारे में बताया।  दत्ता ने कहा कि ये ऑफ-रोड अनुभव बहुत जरूरी हैं क्योंकि ये हाइलक्स की असली ताकत और क्षमता को दिखाता है   । इससे हमारे ग्राहक…
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Navigating Retail’s AI Future: KPMG’s Report ‘Intelligent Retail’ Reveals 83% Leader Confidence in AI

Navigating Retail’s AI Future: KPMG’s Report ‘Intelligent Retail’ Reveals 83% Leader Confidence in AI

#KPMGAIeportIntelligentRetail #KPMGLeaderConfidenceinAI New Delhi: KPMG International has unveiled a new report titled, 'Intelligent Retail: A Blueprint for Creating Value through AI-Driven Transformation'. This comprehensive study delves into the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in the retail sector, offering strategic insights for retailers to harness AI's potential and drive sustainable growth. As consumer expectations continue to escalate, the report highlights how AI is revolutionizing retail by enabling hyper-personalized customer experiences, optimizing inventory management, and automating customer service with near-human precision. The retail industry is at a pivotal moment, where traditional operating models are being pushed to their limits by the collision…
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