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Approx. 31 lakh defence pensioners, of the total 32 lakh, onboarded on SPARSH portal

Approx. 31 lakh defence pensioners, of the total 32 lakh, onboarded on SPARSH portal

#defencepensionersSPARSH Over 200 DAD offices, 16 Bank branches and nearly five lakh CSCs operational to help pensioners New Delhi: Of the total 32 lakh defence pensioners, approx. 31 lakh have been onboarded on System for Pension Administration - Raksha (SPARSH) and their pensions are being directly credited into their bank accounts. Launched in October 2020, SPARSH is a ‘Digital India’ initiative that aims to provide a comprehensive, transparent, and efficient solution for managing defence pensions, including sanctioning and disbursing pensions to the Armed Forces personnel and Defence civilians living across the country. In order to help veterans and their families,…
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MDI Gurgaon Celebrates Convocation 2025; Announces New Centre to Drive Financial Research

MDI Gurgaon Celebrates Convocation 2025; Announces New Centre to Drive Financial Research

#MDIGurgaonFinancialResearch Gurgaon: The Management Development Institute (MDI Gurgaon) held its Annual Convocation 2025 on March 29, 2025, making it a day to remember. It was a vibrant celebration of student achievements, institutional ambition, and the promise of future leadership. In a moment that underscored MDI Gurgaon’s growing national and global relevance, the event also saw the formal unveiling of the Centre for Financial Services in India, a pioneering initiative to shape the future of the country’s financial ecosystem. This year, 689 students graduated across the programmes including PGDM, PGDM-Human Resource Management, PGDM-International Business, PGDM-Business Analytics, PGDM-Online, PGDM-Business Management, PGDM-Business Administration, Fellow Programme in Management and…
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RIL’S R|ELAN UNVEILED NAMRATA JOSHIPURA’S ATHLEISURE COLLECTION AT LAKMĒ FASHION WEEK X FDCI 2025

RIL’S R|ELAN UNVEILED NAMRATA JOSHIPURA’S ATHLEISURE COLLECTION AT LAKMĒ FASHION WEEK X FDCI 2025

A seamless fusion of function and fashion, powered by R|Elan’s innovative fabric technology Mumbai: In a striking confluence of high-performance fabric technology and cutting-edge design, this season Reliance Industries Limited’s R|Elan fabric 2.0 joined forces with Namrata Joshipura and presented an electrifying athleisure collection at Lakmē Fashion Week X FDCI 2025 in Mumbai. This highly anticipated showcase unveiled a new era of versatile fashion where street glamour meets activewear innovation with remarkable fabric technology. Joshipura, known for her bold, contemporary aesthetic, brings forth a collection designed for the modern woman who is always on the move. Sculpted bodysuits, statement puffer…
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April 1: New mutual fund rules, Stricter NFO timelines, SIF launch

April 1: New mutual fund rules, Stricter NFO timelines, SIF launch

#MutualFundsNFOSIF01April Mumbai: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a series of new regulations effective from April 1, 2025. These changes impact fund deployment timelines, introduce a new investment product category called Specialised Investment Fund (SIF), and enable DigiLocker integration for investment statements. Stricter Timelines for NFOsSEBI now requires AMCs to deploy funds raised through NFOs within 30 business days of unit allotment. If deployment is delayed, a one-time extension of another 30 business days is allowed with Investment Committee approval. Failure to deploy funds within 60 business days will result in a halt on fresh inflows,…
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Rs 2,00,000 crore worth unclaimed assets in India include equity shares, FD, bonds etc.

Rs 2,00,000 crore worth unclaimed assets in India include equity shares, FD, bonds etc.

Now Nominees Can Now Access Stocks And Mutual Funds Of Deceased Investors Via DigiLocker From April 1  Mumbai: According to media reports, there are Rs 2,00,000 crore worth unclaimed assets in India. These include equity shares, fixed deposits, bonds and other instruments. In most of the situations, where no body claims, the money flows into an investor protection fund. In another major move, the government has introduced a significant benefit for the nominees of deceased investors, allowing them to access the mutual funds and stocks of the deceased. Starting April 1, registered nominees will be able to retrieve information and…
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Indian Railways Holds about 4.90 Lakh Hectares of Land as of March 2024

Indian Railways Holds about 4.90 Lakh Hectares of Land as of March 2024

#IndianRailways4.90LakhHectaresLand  Surplus Railway Land Leased for Commercial Development While Retaining Ownership New Delhi: As on 31.03.2024, the total land in possession of Indian Railways is about 4.90 lakh hectares out of which 8812 Ha land has been leased for various purposes. This includes railway land leased/licensed for passenger facilities, cargo related facilities, commercial development, etc. Zone-wise details of total railway land, total leased land are as under: (Figures in hectares) Zonal Railway Total railway Land Total railway land leased/licensed Central 31,476 168 Eastern 21,082 469 East Central 33,644 2,437 East Coast 23,010 273 Northern 46,447 474 North Central 21,149 220…
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Godrej Strengthens Mumbai’s Infrastructure with Sustainable Solutions for the Versova-Bandra Sea Link

Godrej Strengthens Mumbai’s Infrastructure with Sustainable Solutions for the Versova-Bandra Sea Link

Chandigarh: The Construction business of Godrej Enterprises Group is playing a key role in strengthening Mumbai's intra-city transportation network, by manufacturing and supplying over 3,500 precast concrete sacrificial slabs for the Temporary Access Bridge (TAB) and 500 precast concrete tub components for sacrificial formwork. Each precast concrete sacrificial slab is designed to meet the high standards of strength and durability. This project reflects Godrej’s trusted expertise in delivering solutions for large-scale infrastructure that are innovative, and also sustainable. By integrating eco-friendly practices into core engineering processes, Godrej continues to help shape India’s urban future with sustainable choices that balance progress…
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BOB with PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme to provide financial support to meritorious students

BOB with PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme to provide financial support to meritorious students

#BOBPMVidyalaxmi Chandigarh: Bank of Baroda (Bank), one of India’s leading public sector banks, today announced that it has gone live with the new Pradhan Mantri Vidyalaxmi (PM-Vidyalaxmi) Scheme to provide financial support to meritorious students. The PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme is an initiative by the Government of India for students seeking financial assistance to pursue higher education and to ensure that financial constraints do not deprive the youth of India from pursuing quality higher education. Applicants can digitally apply for an education loan under the PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme from Bank of Baroda through the PM-Vidyalaxmi portal. The Bank has 12 dedicated Education Loan…
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Anil Agarwal joins the Ghibli Trend: A Nod to Innovation and Culture

Anil Agarwal joins the Ghibli Trend: A Nod to Innovation and Culture

#AnilAgarwalGhibliTrend Chandigarh: Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Vedanta Ltd., has joined the viral Ghibli AI trend, standing alongside global visionaries like Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and Assam’s Hon’ble Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma. With this, he brings an Indian business powerhouse into the digital conversation. Vedanta has long embraced a forward-thinking, digital-first approach, integrating technology, innovation, and automation to enhance efficiency and drive operational excellence. Now, engaging with this AI-driven trend, Agarwal shared his experience, saying, "Today the youngsters in my office were trying a new feature on ChatGPT jisse Ghibli-style art banta hai. So, I asked them to make one…
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Zigly launches 2 pet hospitals, opens 4 new stores; expects ARR to double in 1-2 years

Zigly launches 2 pet hospitals, opens 4 new stores; expects ARR to double in 1-2 years

#Zigly2pethospitals Chandigarh: Zigly, (Cosmo First Limited) India’s first tech-enabled omnichannel pet care brand is on an expansion spree to address the myriad pet care service demands across the country. The pet care brand has further launched four new stores thereby increasing its market presence in Northern and Southern India. Zigly has reported consistent month-on-month revenue growth, with a current ARR (net revenue) reaching approximately Rs 56 Cr (as of Dec 2024) and the Company is targeting to more than double it in the next 1-2 years. The new stores are at JP Nagar and Bel road at Bengaluru; Sector 35…
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