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18th September 2024: Revaa, a leading brand in D2C feminine hygiene and menstrual health, is thrilled to launch the ‘Her Day, Her Way’ Campaign in celebration of Daughters’ Day on September 22. Running from September 15 to September 30, 2024, the campaign aims to dispel the stigma associated with menstruation by encouraging fathers to actively support their daughters’ menstrual health, promoting a fair and inclusive approach to period care within families, and fostering a supportive environment for young women’s health and well-being.

The primary objective of the campaign is to empower daughters by encouraging open conversations about menstrual hygiene and the challenges they face. The campaign will feature a series of engaging videos of fathers where they will share their views on periods and discuss their involvement in their daughters’ menstrual journey. Each video will highlight fun, interactive moments, including light-hearted activities that foster open dialogue and reflect a cool, carefree bond between fathers and daughters. Participants can join the movement by posting their videos on Instagram, tagging @revaaforu, and using #herdayherway and #periodpositive. The competition runs from noon on September 15 until 6 pm on September 30, with two winners announced on October 1, each receiving Revaa’s First Period Kit.

“The aim of the ‘Her Day, Her Way’ campaign is not only to celebrate our daughters but also to break the silence surrounding menstruation. By encouraging honest conversations and involving fathers, we hope to empower young women to take control of their health and well-being. We want menstrual hygiene to be seen as positive and empowering, while at the same time nurturing good relationships between fathers and daughters”, said Mahipal Singh Founder and CEO of Revaa.

Revaa’s dedication extends beyond product innovation; it involves bringing about a significant change in the way society perceives and discusses menstruation. The “Her Day, Her Way” campaign emphasizes the fundamental values of Revaa, which include empowerment, inclusivity, and breaking taboos. To complement the campaign, Revaa is offering a 15% discount sitewide during the campaign period, providing an opportunity for participants to explore the brand’s range of products.

Mumbai, September 18th, 2024 – Launching today, Vu Televisions proudly announces the sequel of the 2022 edition of its highly acclaimed GloLED TV – The Vu GloLED 2025 TV with better computing capabilities. Just in time for the festive season, this new TV features a 1.5 GHz VuOn™ processor, which improves phone and camera pairing as well as Bluetooth connectivity. Developed at The Vu Design Center, the Vu GloLED 2025 TV is now smarter and faster, offering better graphics and clearer pictures with AI upscaling. The 1.5 GHz VuOn™ processor also supports 2-way Bluetooth 5.3 and 5 GHz Wi-Fi, making it a great match for all your devices, including your Apple iPhone. The Vu GloLED range is well-known for its Glo Panel, now with Dolby Vision, HDR, Dolby Audio, and DTS VirtualX Surround Sound. Control everything from your couch with the new voice remote that includes a Wi-Fi hotkey, the world’s first developed by Vu Televisions.

During the launch of this TV at an art gallery, Devita Saraf, Founder Chairperson and CEO, Vu Televisions, commented, “Considering the massive success of the Vu GloLED TV 2022, it was difficult to find a way to upgrade the product but then our research team showed that Gen Z’s pattern of TV usage has a lot more to do with pairing devices such as phones and cameras. Putting in over a year of research, we added a better processor and can now proudly say we are the only TV where Apple and Google come together! Gen Z users are not only content consumers, but also content creators, for whom we have added camera connectivity for video recording and video conferencing. This product is truly a young consumer’s dream TV and we have made it even more affordable than the previous version!”

Kunal Gupta, Vice President, Large Appliances, Flipkart, said, “Our 10-year partnership with Vu has democratized access to high-quality smart TVs, driving industry growth. In the past decade, smart TVs have evolved from mere entertainment devices to the heart of connected living rooms. As consumer preferences shift towards smarter, immersive experiences, Flipkart remains dedicated to providing a wide variety of value-driven selections. The launch of the new Vu GloLED 2025 TV on Flipkart ahead of The Big Billion Days underscores our commitment to offering India the latest television technology. Together, we’re bringing cutting-edge features, superior picture quality, and an unparalleled entertainment experience to millions of Indian homes.We’re looking forward to continuing this journey, delivering the latest innovations, and redefining how India experiences entertainment. Further, Vu’s deep understanding of Indian consumers, from urban centers to rural India, perfectly aligns with our vision of empowering customers nationwide.”

Key features of Vu GloLED TV 2025

The VuOn™ 1.5GHz Processor

The most advanced AI VuOn™ processor available, it stands as the fastest in its class, guaranteeing superior graphics, enhanced picture clarity, and seamless, lag-free streaming with high-speed graphics and smooth motion. This processor supports Bluetooth, Screen Mirroring, and Casting from smart phones, and connects easily with cameras, PlayStations, and other devices, both wired and wirelessly, for effortless enjoyment of your favorite content.

Get the Perfect Phone Partner

The Vu GloLED TV offers extensive connectivity options, including casting from Android or Apple phones, 2-way Bluetooth for music, 5GHz Wi-Fi for streaming, and HDMI for gaming consoles. It supports both wired and wireless connections for additional devices. You can also control your smart home and TV with voice commands through Google Assistant or Apple HomeKit.

Vu GloLED2025 for Video Conferencing

Thanks to the Vu AI VuOn™ processor, which supports seamless camera connectivity, you can easily conduct Google Meet video calls by connecting an external camera and microphone to the TV. Additionally, Vu’s proprietary Family Moment app makes it simple to capture precious family moments

Latest Version of Superhit Glo-Panel

The Vu Glo-Panel delivers excellent color performance with a gamma range from 2.0 to ST2084, enhancing color intensity and provides uniform color accuracy in any light. Advanced A.I. technology upscales content to improve content sharpness and detail, and ensures smoothness for fast-moving scenes. It also supports Dolby Vision, HDR, and HLG formats for superior HDR video performance

Surround Sound with 24W DTS Virtual X Sound

This GLOLED TV showcases a sleek, slim floating panel design with built-in 24-watt powerful speakers. It features a robust amplifier that enhances vocal clarity and optimizes music playback. The amplifier independently fine-tunes and delivers high-quality sound through the TV’s built-in speakers. DTS Virtual X technology provides an immersive audio experience by simulating surround sound, making it feel like a home sound system is integrated into the TV.

Vu Remotes now with WiFi Hotkey Feature

Vu’s TV offers Indian-specific features, including Cricket and Cinema hotkeys with optimized Picture & Sound settings, quick preset access, and WiFi setup Hotkeys. The remote has a built-in Google Voice Assistant key. Running on the latest Google TV OS, the TV provides a refined interface with 4K UI support, background blurs, and customizable accessibility settings. It also enhances privacy by restricting background app services.

Mumbai, 18 September 2024: The buy vs. rent debate rages on as more and more Indians migrate to urban centres and evaluate their options. While there are sound arguments for and against both options, the question itself is also geography centric. ANAROCK Research data shows that rental values in key micro-markets of the top 7 cities have gone up to a significant 72% between 2021-end and H1 2024, while capital values saw lower growth.

Dr. Prashant Thakur, Regional Director & Head, Research – ANAROCK Group, says, “Data analysis of key micro-markets in the top 7 cities shows that in cities like Bengaluru, Pune, Kolkata and Chennai, average residential rental values rose more than the capital values between 2021-end to H1 2024. However, areas in NCR, MMR and Hyderabad saw the reverse trend – capital values appreciated more than the rental values.

Such data can be a key parameter – though by no means the only one – used to determine whether it is more advantageous to buy a property or opt for renting.”

 Top markets where rental value growth outpaced capital value appreciation – 2021-end to H1 2024-end

• Bengaluru’s Sarjapur Road saw average monthly rental values increase by 67%, while capital values increased by 54%. At Thannisandra Main Road, avg. rental values rose 56% while capital values appreciated 52%.
• Pune’s Hinjewadi saw rental values appreciate by 52%, while capital values rose just 31%. In Wagholi, rental values growth was 60% while capital values rose by just 30%.
• In Kolkata’s EM Bypass, rental value appreciation was 46%, while capital values growth was just 15%. In Rajarhat, rental value growth was 30% while capital appreciation was 23%.
• Chennai’s Pallavaram recorded rental value growth of 40%, while capital values rose by 18%. At Perambur, rental value growth was 33% while capital appreciation was 18%.

Top markets where capital value appreciation outpaced rental value appreciation – 2021-end to H1 2024-end

Key micro-markets in NCR, MMR and Hyderabad witnessed this trend. For instance:

• NCR’s Sohna Road saw rental values rise 40% in the period, while capital values jumped by 54%. Likewise, Sector-150 in Noida saw rental value growth of 56%, while capital values appreciated by a whopping 126%.
• In MMR’s Chembur, rental growth was 38% while capital appreciation stood at 39%. In Mulund, rental values appreciated by 26% while capital prices rose 36%.
• Hyderabad’s HITECH City and Gachibowli also saw capital appreciation outpace rental values. In HITECH City, rental value growth was 46% and capital appreciation was 59%, while Gachibowli saw rental values rise 50% and capital values by 70%.

Back to the Debate

This data is pertinent but is just one of many factors that guide a rent versus buy decision. Not every individual who migrates to a certain city for job opportunities intends to put down permanent roots there. Others may be drawn to the city’s urban ethos and decide to make it their home, while yet others may perceive value in investing in a property there regardless of whether they will settle down there or not.

Other factors that drive such a decision are financial wherewithal, job growth prospects, stage of life, size of family, and personal preferences.

An individual in Bengaluru with a stable job who is paying a monthly rent of INR 50,000 for a standard 2 BHK worth INR 1.2 Cr may grapple with the rent or buy dilemma.

If the individual decides to stay on rent, then:

• One-year payable rent for the individual is INR 50,000 x 12 = INR 6,00000/-
• For next 10 years the total rental outgo + 7% annual rental escalation = approx. INR 83 lakh
• This rental outgo is almost 69% of the total cost of this property – and this is just an expense with no investment value accrued.

“If the individual opts to buy the property via a home loan, has the financial wherewithal to make a 20% down payment and borrows the remaining amount over a 10-year tenure at 9.5% interest rate, such a purchase if definitely profitable,” says Dr. Thakur. “Instead of spending a huge amount on rent, the individual can pay monthly EMIs and ultimately own the physical asset after a ten-year period.”

This is just one of innumerable situations individuals find themselves in, and investment merit alone does not always play such a big role while weighing the pros and cons of renting versus buying a home.

However, current trends indicate that the security of owning a physical asset cannot be discounted. This trend came strongly to the fore during the coronavirus pandemic, when more Indians – including rent-favouring millennials – took a hard look at what they could fall back on when things go south.

Interestingly, it has not abated since then. Amid a rising aversion to high-risk investments, an increasing number of tenants see rent as an expense, and EMIs as SIPs towards a non-volatile asset.

The sentiment favouring homeownership is also supported by relatively cheaper home loan interest rates currently averaging between 8.75% and 9.5%.

Also, homebuyers can avail of:

• Deduction on principal repayment and stamp duty & registration charges
• Deduction on repayment of interest charges
• A further deduction of INR 50,000 for first-home buyers
• Various additional tax benefits for women

“There is a lot to unpack when deciding whether to buy or rent a home, and investment rationale alone will not guide all such decisions,” says Dr. Thakur. “If and when the quandary arises, it makes sense to be sure of one’s personal preferences and prerogatives – and the performance of the market one is considering.”

New Delhi, September 18, 2024: Data from the field experiments conducted by several reputed Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) institutes and state agricultural universities across the country’s diverse agro-climatic zones have demonstrated that Nano DAP can enhance the yield of crops to the tune of 2.4% to 27% when applied at a recommended dose. This data showcases the unique advantage of Nano DAP in comparison to conventional DAP.

The experiments were held in farmers’ fields across India over 3,000 locations, led by a team of Agronomists who have studied the response of Gromor Nano DAP in a spectrum of crops, including rice, wheat, maize, moong, chickpea, red gram, groundnut, cotton, potato, onion, bottle gourd and cabbage, covering the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha, West Bengal, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Madya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Punjab. The data depicted that farmers who have started using Nano DAP are convinced with the results and begin to benefit from the Nano fertilizers.

Gromor Nano DAP was tested across the country as part of the research, including several reputed Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Institutes such as India Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) – New Delhi, Indian Institute of Rice Research (IIRR) – Hyderabad, Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR) – Hyderabad, Indian Institute of Pulses Research (IIPR) – Kanpur, Central Institute for Cotton Research (CICR) – Nagpur, Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (IIHR) – Bengaluru and Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (IIVR) – Varanasi. It was also tested at various state agricultural universities such as Tamil Nadu Agricultural University – Coimbatore, Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) – Hyderabad, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) – Rahuri, Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV) – Akola and Punjab Agricultural University- Ludhiana besides unequivocally demonstrated in farmers’ fields.

The Indian agriculture faces a wide array of constraints such as decline in soil organic carbon, imbalanced fertilization, multi-nutrient deficiencies and less fertilizer response ratio besides impacts of climate change and huge sum of fertilizer subsidies. The scientists have started exploring cutting edge technologies like nanotechnology which enables atomic manipulation to achieve processes and products that are precise to deliver input without associated loss of nutrients synchronized with environmental issues. To resolve this, Coromandel International has been manufacturing Gromor Nano DAP since 2023.

In alignment with the national-level nano fertiliser recommendations, the recommended dose of Gromor Nano DAP at 500 ml per acre twice at 20-25 and 40-45 days after sowing or transplanting, along with 75% recommended dose of conventional phosphatic fertilisers for optimum output.

In order to gain insights, rapid absorption of Nano DAP in comparison to conventional DAP was assessed using high resolution electron microscopy, quick assimilation and turnover of amino acids using enzyme assays besides internalization in crops as stated by Dr K S Subramanian, Scientific Advisor, Coromandel International Limited and Former Director of Research, TNAU. Gromor Nano DAP was designed, developed and notified by Fertilizer Control Order (FCO) in 2023, at a time when the country is facing a phosphatic fertiliser availability crisis.

Chennai, 18 September, 2024:  Park+, India’s SuperApp for car owners, today announced the launch of Park+ Research Labs, a data-driven service, aimed at empowering Indian automobile ecosystem stakeholders to identify actionable insights, to unlock business value. Park+ Research Labs will play a pivotal role in creating a direct channel between Indian car owners and stakeholders to understand ownership experiences, demands, trends and identify gaps, which can be addressed on priority.

The Park+ Advantage:

• Today, Park+ hosts India’s largest community of verified car users- 2 Cr+ strong. In short, every third car on Indian roads is now on the Park+ App.
• Additionally, Park+ plays a pivotal role in the car ownership journey by providing – daily car washing services, digital car test drive bookings, FASTag purchase/recharge, sale/purchase of second-hand cars, car loans, discover/book car parking spots, buy discounted petrol and much more.
• Essentially Park+ is at the heart of the car ownership ecosystem and helps the core service providers including- Auto OEMs, car insurers, after sales service providers, maintenance providers, car dealers and banks to serve the end user in a seamless manner.

Park+ Research Labs will capitalize on its robust community of car owners and provide a unique opportunity for OEM’s/dealers/service centers/ancillary services, to delve further into the minds of Indian car buyers. Blending data, user insights and customer feedback Park+ Research Labs will be optimally poised to deliver data delight to all auto-stakeholders. Digital first surveys will be at the center of Park+ Research Labs, offering clients a deep dive into- car ownership patterns, real world feedback, buying decision funnels and authentic engagement.

Commenting on the launch of Park+ Research Labs, Mr. Amit Lakhotia, Founder & CEO, Park+, said, “At Park+ we have always been committed to chasing and delivering both customer and business partner delight. We today host India’s largest community of verified car users and want to ensure that the Indian automobile stakeholders receive authentic data driven insights from genuine car owners. As part of this strategy we have launched Park+ Research Labs a data driven, actionable insights platform to empower OEM’s/dealers/service centers/ancillary services to unlock business value and understand their customer better. Equipping the Indian automobile industry with this sophisticated tool to decode the complexities of car ownership and consumer behaviour in India, we believe this initiative will redefine how the Indian automotive industry approaches consumer research, setting a new benchmark for innovation and precision in understanding market dynamics.”

As the automotive landscape evolves, Park+ Research Labs is set to become an indispensable resource for OEM’s/dealers/service centers/ancillary services, to understand and meet the dynamic needs of Indian car owners. Leaning on Park+’s vast user base and advanced data analytics, Park+ Research Labs aims to become an indispensable partner to the Indian automobile industry.

Chennai, 18th September, 2024: With the onset of the festive season, Amazon.in brought extraordinary interactive experiences in the heart of Chennai from September 14th to 18th. The “Amazon Festive Box” is a larger-than-life installation that celebrates Chennai’s vibrant spirit and culture through stunning art, while giving customers a fun way to engage with Amazon’s upcoming Great Indian Festival sale. At this one-of-a-kind activation, the audience can “make a wish” and share what they would love to gift their loved ones. This initiative is a perfect blend of Chennai’s uniqueness and Amazon’s biggest annual celebration.

Amazon.in has reported significant response from consumers for the Consumer Electronics category in Tamil Nadu and Chennai ahead of the festive season. The smartphone category has seen healthy double-digit growth in customer demand, making Chennai one of the top-performing regions. Both Tamil Nadu and Chennai are experiencing robust close to 30% YoY growth in the large appliance category. Premiumization, high capacity and upgrades are on the rise, with the demand for air conditioners, large-screen TVs and side-by-side increasing YoY. Furthermore, Chennai customers have shown a preference for smartphones priced above INR 20,000, with this segment growing by over 50% YoY.

Commenting on the occasion, Ranjit Babu, Director, Consumer Electronics, Amazon.in said, “We’re excited to kick off the festive celebrations for our customers in Chennai, one of the top-performing metros for the Consumer Electronics category. As the people of Tamil Nadu shop for their favorite products during this festive season on India’s most trusted online marketplace, we are proud to witness an overwhelming response from the region. With rising demand for smartphones, large appliances, televisions, consumer electronics and personal computing, we at Amazon.in are committed to offering convenient affordability options, including no-cost EMI, bank discounts, Amazon Pay rewards, cashback, and exchange offers. These, along with a wide selection of best-in-class products from leading brands, ensure a superior shopping experience for our customers. Ahead of the festive season, we at Amazon.in are gearing up to bring the widest selection of Consumer Electronic products during India’s much-awaited Amazon Great Indian Festival 2024”

Chennai is an important market and plays a significant role in driving Amazon.in’s growth. As India’s most loved marketplace, Amazon.in will continue to work with local stores and MSMEs across the state and country bringing new tools, technologies, innovations, and initiatives that will unleash the entrepreneurial spirit of Indian businesses. The online marketplace has almost 120 service partners across 75 cities, 8 delivery stations in 2 cities, and over 95,000 sellers in the state. Over the years, Amazon has invested in creating a robust physical infrastructure across India and the Chennai region has 3 fulfillment centers, 3 sortation centers in the state along with hundreds of Amazon-owned and Partner Delivery Stations.

As per a recent study conducted by Ipsos Research Private Limited, commissioned by Amazon India, revealed Amazon.in as a preferred online shopping destination, with over 73% of respondents trusting Amazon for their festive needs. 75% associated Amazon with a wide selection of products, 72% said that sellers on Amazon provide attractive deals, and 73% viewed it as a reliable and trustworthy online shopping destination.

Kolkata, 18th September 2024: Neuron Energy, a leading manufacturer of EV batteries, has announced a strategic partnership with Pointo, a pioneer in the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model. This collaboration will focus on leasing lithium-ion batteries to commercial E-Rickshaws in India. Starting in August 2024 and continuing through the following year, Neuron Energy has committed to delivering up to 12,000 high-capacity 5.1KW lithium-ion batteries for L3 category e-rickshaws, supporting the transition from lead-acid to lithium-ion technology and promoting the growth of sustainable electric mobility solutions.

Neuron Energy is recognized for its innovative range of electric mobility solutions, including lead-acid, lithium-ion, and cutting-edge sodium-ion batteries. Through this partnership, Pointo will lease Neuron Energy’s advanced battery packs as part of its comprehensive EV initiative across key markets such as Kolkata, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh. This initiative will further enhance electric mobility infrastructure in these regions, offering e-rickshaw drivers cost-effective, high-performance alternatives to traditional batteries.

Commenting on the partnership, Pratik Kamdar, CEO& Co-Founder of Neuron Energy, said “Our collaboration with Pointo signifies a significant shift in advancing sustainable mobility solutions by ensuring consistent, high-quality battery supply for the rapidly growing E-Rickshaw sector. At Neuron Energy, we are committed to driving the future of electric mobility through our innovative battery technologies, and this alliance will enable us to scale our efforts in transforming the EV landscape across India.”

Riki Biswas, Founder of Pointo, said “Pointo, as a pioneer in the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) sector, integrates OEMs and NBFCs to ensure the highest quality and performance of our products while streamlining battery leasing and lifecycle management. Our partnership with Neuron will accelerate market entry and establish premier service facilities, enhancing customer support and minimizing downtime. Together, we are committed to advancing the adoption of next-generation green batteries and delivering sustainable energy solutions for the mobility sector.”

The leasing model for EV batteries is seen as a game-changer, offering an affordable, scalable, and sustainable solution to drive the adoption of electric vehicles. This partnership reflects the shared vision of Neuron Energy and Pointo to promote eco-friendly transportation and enhance the Indian EV ecosystem for a greener future.

The foundation of children’s development is laid in childhood: Tripti Gurha

New Delhi: The implementation of NITI Aayog’s ambitious program, “First 1000 Days of Life in Aspirational Districts Program,” an important national seminar was organized today at the Tamarind Hall of India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, in collaboration with NGO Vikramashila and Van Leer Foundation.

The purpose of this seminar was to share the experiences gained from the program started in the Koraput district of Odisha and Fatehpur district of Uttar Pradesh in the year 2022. In the seminar, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Tripti Gurha said that parents should take special care of their children because the foundation of children’s development is laid in childhood.

Many officials, including NITI Aayog, the Health and Family Welfare Department, and the District Magistrate of Koraput and Fatehpur, participated in the program. NITI Aayog member Dr. Vinod Kumar Paul also shared his experiences and talked about taking special care during the first thousand days of children. The purpose of this national seminar was to bring together doctors, academicians, pediatricians, policymakers, government officials, and civil society organizations.

During this, success stories were shared to raise awareness about this program. The organizers said that possibilities of taking this initiative forward in other districts of the country are also being explored. NGO Vikramshila and Van Leer Foundation were the special contributors to this event. The organizer of the program, Mice Emporio India, expressed hope that the brainstorming session in the program will bring new awareness to the understanding of the thousand days.

Delhi, 17 September 2024 – The Lal Bagh Ka Raja (Regd) Trust has successfully concluded its 10-day Ganpati Mahotsav 2024 at Burari, Delhi. This year’s event, held from 7th to 16th September, was a grand combination of spirituality, culture, and community service, with notable attendees and eco-friendly initiatives that set it apart as one of Delhi’s most cherished celebrations.

Among the distinguished guests who graced the event were Manoj Tiwari, a renowned politician and artist, as well as revered spiritual figures like Baba Bageshwar Dhirendra Shastri, who led the Hanuman Katha, and Aniruddha Maharaj, who delivered the Ram Katha. Their presence added a spiritual fervor to the festival, which drew in thousands of devotees from across Delhi and beyond.

In addition to spiritual discourses, a Bhandara (community feast) was organized for the entire 10 days of the festival, feeding over 25,000 devotees daily. This act of service exemplified the Trust’s dedication to social welfare, making the event not just a religious celebration but a true community gathering.

The Ganpati idol, towering at 18 feet, was a central attraction for the devotees. Staying true to the Trust’s commitment to environmental sustainability, the idol was crafted with more clay and less plaster of Paris, while herbal colors were used for decoration, minimizing the environmental impact of the festival. These choices were aligned with the Trust’s ongoing “Go Green” initiative, aimed at reducing pollution during religious festivities.

To culminate the event in a unique and eco-friendly manner, the Trust has taken a bold step to adopt a new method of immersion (Visarjan). Instead of submerging the idol in nearby water bodies, a huge pit was dug at the event site in Burari for the burial of the idol. This method ensures that harmful substances do not enter local water systems, preserving the environment while honoring religious traditions.

The Chairman of Lal Bagh Ka Raja Trust, Mr. Rakesh Bindal, shared, “This eco-friendly approach to Visarjan has been a priority for the Trust, and we hope to set an example for others to follow. Our aim is to promote sustainable festivities while staying rooted in tradition.”

The Ganpati Visarjan, held today, marked the grand culmination of the Mahotsav, with an overwhelming number of devotees joining in to witness the final ritual. The event was a massive success, and the Trust is grateful to all who participated, making it a truly memorable celebration.

Kolkata, 17th September 2024: Eurobank S.A. and Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 16th September 2024 to collaborate on the formation of the India-Greece-Cyprus (IGC) Business Council. The MoU aims to foster deeper economic ties and create new business opportunities across the three nations.

The agreement was signed by Mr. Ameya Prabhu, President, Indian Chamber of Commerce, and Mr. Fokion Karavias, CEO, Eurobank, at a ceremony held at the Indian Embassy in Athens. Indian Ambassador Shri Rudrendra Tandon and Enterprise Greece CEO Mr. Marinos Giannopoulos were also present, highlighting the strategic importance of this partnership for future cross-border collaborations.

The IGC Business Council will serve as a platform for facilitating trade, investment and innovation between India, Greece and Cyprus, helping to leverage the unique strengths of each economy. The council will focus on key sectors such as finance, technology, shipping, energy and tourism.

The event marks a significant step forward in advancing strategic ties between India, Greece and Cyprus, and signals a new era of cooperation across industries. The establishment of the IGC Business Council will not only deepen commercial relations but also pave the way for cultural exchange and shared innovation.