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Courtyard by Marriott Shillong welcomed the festive season with its Second Edition of the Cake Mixing and Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 8, 2024. The grand event combined tradition and innovation, uniting the city’s community, dignitaries, and hotel patrons for a memorable evening. Transformed into a winter wonderland, the venue featured a majestic Christmas tree and elaborate decorations. Dignitaries like East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Smt. Rosette Kurbah, Archbishop Victor Lyngdoh, and MDC BajopPyngrope graced the occasion, enhancing its prestige. The Cake Mixing Ceremony, a beloved tradition, saw participants mix dried fruits, nuts, and spirits, symbolizing festive unity. This was followed by the Poolside Tree Lighting Ceremony, where attendees counted down to illuminate t...

Durex's The Birds and Bees Talk (TBBT), an impactful life skills program by Reckitt, a global leader in health and hygiene, has proudly marked its third consecutive year as the official health partner of Northeast India's most iconic cultural celebration—the Hornbill Festival.  As the festival celebrates its milestone 25th edition, TBBT is set to launch Asia's first Consent Café, a pioneering initiative designed to spark meaningful conversations around consent, equity, and healthy relationships. The Hornbill Festival, expected to welcome over 150,000 visitors from December 1 to 10 at Kisama Heritage Village, Kohima, offers a unique platform to blend traditional heritage with modern values. The TBBT Consent Café aims to provide an immersive space combining light, music, and art ...

Shopsy, India's leading hypervalue e-commerce platform, has announced the launch of its Wow Winter Sale, a dedicated seasonal campaign offering a wide range of winter essentials at prices starting as low as Rs. 99. This initiative underscores Shopsy’s commitment to catering to the diverse needs of Bharat, delivering affordable and high-quality products to consumers nationwide. The sale features categories including hoodies, jackets, biking gloves, caps, comforters, and kids’ winterwear, ensuring that families across the country can stay warm and stylish this winter. With Shopsy’s vast delivery network spanning over 19,000 pin codes, even consumers in the most remote locations can access these premium products effortlessly. In Shillong, the sale has garnered significant attention, wi...

Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) today announced the launch of its advanced AI and machine learning-powered Spam SMS Identification Solution to safeguard users against unsolicited messages and potential scams. Designed to provide real-time detection, the system tags suspicious messages as “Suspected Spam,” offering users instant alerts. The solution, which flagged over 24 million spam messages during testing, is a significant step toward creating a secure and seamless messaging experience. Jagbir Singh, Chief Technology Officer of Vodafone Idea Limited, said, “As digital communication grows, so does the risk of spam and phishing attempts. Our AI-powered technology delivers proactive, real-time protection, reaffirming our commitment to customer safety and innovation.” In Shillong, where bu...

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced its continued association with the prestigious Hornbill Music Festival, one of India’s most iconic cultural celebrations, for the third consecutive year through the title sponsorship. Held at the Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, in Kohima District, Nagaland, the festival runs from December 2 to December 10, featuring exciting performances, including a special opening act by Japan’s renowned drum ensemble, Drum Tao. This unique collaboration brings together traditional and contemporary musical experiences, showcasing a deep cultural bond. TKM’s ongoing partnership with the Hornbill Music Festival reflects the company’s deeper connections with the people of Nagaland and Northeast, and support to promote the rich cultural heritage. TKM is de...

In a significant move to empower the youth of Meghalaya, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Government of Meghalaya signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for a Student Skill Building Program. The MoU was signed by Meghalaya Chief Minister Shri Conrad Sangma, along with NSE’s Chief Business Development Officer Shri Sriram Krishnan, and Senior Vice President Shri Krishnan Iyer. This collaboration aims to equip students with skills and knowledge in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector, boosting employability and fostering self-employment opportunities across the state. The program aligns with the Union Budget 2024’s focus on skill development, a crucial driver for enhancing the workforce’s capabilities in India. Chief Minister Conrad Sangma emphasize...