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Poonawalla Fincorp Forays into Education Loans Business, Offers Financing up to INR 3 Crore

Poonawalla Fincorp Forays into Education Loans Business, Offers Financing up to INR 3 Crore

The offering aims at providing faster turnaround time and quick sanctions to deliver hassle-free experience Chandigarh: Poonawalla Fincorp Limited (PFL), a Cyrus Poonawalla Group promoted NBFC arm focused on Consumer & MSME Lending, has launched an education loan business focusing on students pursuing higher education in international universities. The offering aims at providing faster turnaround time and quick sanctions to deliver hassle-free experience. As part of this launch, the company has also announced an industry-first initiative of providing instant sanction for education loans. This seamless, technology-driven financing experience is available to both new and existing PFL customers. Why This Matters…
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Bank of Baroda inaugurates Phygital Branch in New Delhi

Bank of Baroda inaugurates Phygital Branch in New Delhi

The Phygital branch offers a differentiated customer service experience through Self Service kiosks, Video Contact Centre and Universal Service Desks New Delhi: Bank of Baroda, one of India’s leading public sector banks, inaugurated another Phygital branch at Parliament Street in New Delhi. The phygital branch will redefine customer experience by seamlessly integrating self-service and assisted service models to meet the diverse requirements of customers. Bank of Baroda’s phygital branch features Self Service kiosks, a Video Contact Centre for non-financial services and Universal Service Desks for in-person customer service. Shri Debadatta Chand, Managing Director & CEO, Bank of Baroda inaugurated the…
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TransUnion CIBIL and FACE Collaborate to Launch Consumer Education Initiative

TransUnion CIBIL and FACE Collaborate to Launch Consumer Education Initiative

The collaboration aims to drive financial literacy and facilitate easy access to credit for consumers through customized content across multiple channels Chandigarh: TransUnion CIBIL and the Fintech Association for Consumer Empowerment (FACE) are partnering to promote financial literacy and credit awareness in India. The initiative, named CIBIL Jaagran, seeks to improve credit education and facilitate easy access to credit for consumers via FinTech solutions. Under the agreement, TransUnion CIBIL will provide knowledge and expertise and will develop co-branded and customized educational content. FACE, the Reserve Bank of India recognised Self-Regulatory Organization (SRO) in  the FinTech sector, will work with its…
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Tata Power and NSDC Collaborate to Build Workforce Readiness and Skill Development in India’s Power Sector

Tata Power and NSDC Collaborate to Build Workforce Readiness and Skill Development in India’s Power Sector

Partnership to deliver industry-aligned skill development in green energy, transmission, and distribution—empowering youth and accelerating job-linked training across the power value chain Chandigarh: Tata Power, one of India’s largest integrated power companies, and the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) have entered into a strategic partnership to strengthen workforce readiness and skill development initiatives in India’s power sector, particularly focusing on green jobs and transmission & distribution skills leading to employability. Under this agreement, the Tata Power Skill Development Institute (TPSDI), established by Tata Power, will be NSDC’s Training Partner, delivering industry-aligned skilling programs in key domains such as green energy,…
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PNB Housing Finance Continues to Celebrate Women’s Inspiring Journeys with ‘AchievHer 2.0’

PNB Housing Finance Continues to Celebrate Women’s Inspiring Journeys with ‘AchievHer 2.0’

Chandigarh: PNB Housing Finance, one of India’s largest housing finance companies, launched the second edition of its inspirational series— ‘AchievHer 2.0’, reinforcing its commitment to diversity, empowerment, and inclusion. Building on the success of the previous edition, this initiative continues to throw the spotlight on the remarkable journeys of women within the organization, recognizing their resilience, dedication, and leadership across the organization. ‘AchievHer 2.0’ is an extension of the company’s ‘Aikyam’ initiative, a people-first initiative designed to foster a culture of inclusivity and empowerment. Through a compelling video series, the campaign delves into the personal and professional journeys of its…
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Dr. Fixit Reinforces Consumer Awareness on Waterproofing with a Fun, Memorable Initiative

Dr. Fixit Reinforces Consumer Awareness on Waterproofing with a Fun, Memorable Initiative

Strengthening its role as ‘Waterproofing Ka Expert Chandigarh: Waterproofing is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of home construction, leading to long-term damage, leakages, and costly repairs. Many homeowners focus on visible aesthetics but miss out on ensuring their homes are structurally protected from water seepage, which can weaken foundations and cause persistent dampness. Dr. Fixit, the leading waterproofing solutions brand from Pidilite Industries Ltd., is taking a proactive step to spread consumer awareness about the importance of waterproofing right from the construction phase to remedying existing damage. As part of this initiative, Dr. Fixit has launched a mass-awareness campaign…
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JIO TO BRING SPACEX’S STARLINK HIGH-SPEED INTERNET TO ITS CUSTOMERS

JIO TO BRING SPACEX’S STARLINK HIGH-SPEED INTERNET TO ITS CUSTOMERS

Jio is advancing and diversifying its broadband service options to include Starlink connectivity Mumbai: Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) announced an agreement with SpaceX to offer Starlink’s broadband internet services to its customers in India. This agreement, which is subject to SpaceX receiving its own authorizations to sell Starlink in India, enables Jio and SpaceX to explore how Starlink can extend Jio’s offerings and how Jio can complement SpaceX’s direct offerings to consumers and businesses.  Jio will make Starlink solutions available through its retail outlets as well as through its online storefronts. Through this agreement, the parties will leverage Jio’s position…
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IHCL EXPANDS IN THE MIDDLE EAST WITH BNW DEVELOPMENTS

IHCL EXPANDS IN THE MIDDLE EAST WITH BNW DEVELOPMENTS

SIGNS TAJ WELLINGTON MEWS BRANDED HOTEL APARTMENTS IN AL MARJAN ISLAND, RAS AL KHAIMAH Chandigarh: Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India's largest hospitality company, announced the signing of Taj Wellington Mews on the picturesque Al Marjan Island, Ras Al-Khaimah in partnership with BNW Developments, a leading name in luxury real estate sector. This greenfield project marks IHCL's entry into Ras Al Khaimah with the launch of its premier branded hotel apartments. Mr. Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director & CEO, IHCL, said, “Ras Al-Khaimah’s unique cultural heritage, natural beauty, and significant infrastructure development make it an increasingly compelling destination for global travellers. With…
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Bajaj Allianz Life ‘Focused 25 Fund’ launched – A Concentrated Portfolio Strategy for High-Growth Potential

Bajaj Allianz Life ‘Focused 25 Fund’ launched – A Concentrated Portfolio Strategy for High-Growth Potential

The fund will be available along with its ULIP products and is designed to concentrated portfolio of up to 25 stocks across market capitalizations Chandigarh: Bajaj Allianz Life, one of India’s leading private life insurers, has announced the launch of its New Fund Offer (NFO) – Bajaj Allianz Life Focused 25 Fund. The fund will be available along with its ULIP products and is designed to achieve long-term capital appreciation through a concentrated portfolio of up to 25 stocks across market capitalizations, with a predominant focus on large-cap companies, along with a life cover. The fund is benchmarked against the…
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महाकुंभ में जियो की 5G स्पीड एयरटेल से बेहतर: ऊकला रिपोर्ट

महाकुंभ में जियो की 5G स्पीड एयरटेल से बेहतर: ऊकला रिपोर्ट

 • जियो की औसत डाउनलोड स्पीड 201.87 एमबीपीएस तो एयरटेल की165.23 एमबीपीएस रही • महाकुंभ में जियो 5जी नेटवर्क की उपलब्धता एयरटेल से करीब दोगुना रही   नई दिल्ली: भारत के सबसे बड़े दूरसंचार ऑपरेटर रिलायंस जियो के 5जी नेटवर्क ने महाकुंभ मेले में शानदार प्रदर्शन किया। ऊकला द्वारा जारी रिपोर्ट के मुताबिक महाकुंभ में रिलायंस जियो की नेटवर्क स्पीड तो सबसे तेज थी ही, 5जी नेटवर्क की उपलब्धता में भी उसने अपनी प्रतिद्वंदी भारती एयरटेल को कहीं पीछे छोड़ दिया। ऊकला ने अपनी रिपोर्ट में बताया है कि महाकुंभ में 5जी नेटवर्क की स्पीड 4जी से करीब 9 गुना तेज…
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