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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has teamed up with Union Bank of India to launch a groundbreaking financing initiative. This new partnership promises up to 90% financing on the on-road price of Toyota vehicles for private use, eliminating any foreclosure or part-payment charges. This exciting collaboration rolls out two innovative schemes: the Union Vehicle Scheme, offering flexible tenures up to 84 months with interest rates starting at 8.80% per annum, and the Union Parivahan Scheme for commercial vehicles, with terms extending up to 60 months. Union Bank’s extensive network ensures that these options are accessible to customers across the country. This partnership is expected to create a significant buzz, offering residents enhanced financing solutions for Toyota’s range of vehicles...

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Co. Ltd. has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing Rs 3 lakh crore in Assets Under Management (AUM). As of July 31, 2024, the company's AUM stood at Rs 3.14 lakh crore. Anup Bagchi, MD & CEO of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, expressed his delight at this achievement, attributing it to customer preference for their products and trust in their ability to help achieve long-term financial goals. The company's focus on simplifying products and processes has been a key driver of this growth.ICICI Prudential Life Insurance emphasizes its role as a trustee and custodian of customer savings, implementing a stringent investment philosophy and risk management framework. This approach has resulted in a zero-Non-Performing Assets record since its i...

Himalaya Wellness Company, one of India’s leading wellness brands, has recently announced the achievement of planting over one million trees across India. This significant accomplishment was celebrated in a special event where the one millionth tree was planted by dedicated Himalaya employees, marking a step in the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Forests are vital for the health of the planet, serving multiple essential functions such as sequestering carbon, regulating temperatures, managing freshwater, and preventing erosion. They host 80% of terrestrial biodiversity and support around 350 million people with food and resources. However, their degradation is severely threatening these essential ecological functions and the biodiversity they sustain.KG Umesh, Dire...

Celebrating India, leading telecom operator Vi has launched its unique initiative, Artisans of India. This special initiative celebrated the craftsmanship and skills of local artisans, adding a vibrant touch across the country. Vi helped provide a platform to over 60 talented artisans across its stores in multiple States. Vi Stores in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, West Bengal, New Delhi, Karnataka, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Gujarat collaborated with local NGOs to showcase artisans’ work to the public. These artisans, working with various crafts and traditions, showcased hand-painted bags, chikankari embroidery, paintings, toys, decorated diyas, and more. Some NGOs Vi partnered with for this initiative included Universal Smile, ESSCENT, Astha ...