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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 ...

As Women's Equality Day approaches on August 26th, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has reaffirmed its dedication to gender equality and the empowerment of women within its workforce and beyond. Aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), TKM is making significant strides toward creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace. A key goal for TKM is to increase women's representation in its workforce to 30% by 2030. To achieve this, the company has launched several Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including forming a dedicated senior-level DEI team and aligning its efforts with the International Labour Organization's 2030 agenda. TKM recently celebrated a major mil...

North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) has announced a hiring drive to recruit Branch Heads across the Northeast. The bank plans to onboard over 30 new employees to strengthen its presence in Assam, North Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya. This initiative reflects NESFB's commitment to fostering employment and skill development in the region. The bank is seeking candidates with prior banking experience. The hiring drive is part of NESFB's broader mission to enhance financial inclusion, generate employment, and contribute to the Northeast's economic development. By expanding its workforce, NESFB aims to provide opportunities to build successful careers in the financial sector, thereby supporting the region's overall socioeconomic growth.  Interested candidates are encourag...

As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, the National Stock Exchange (NSE) reflects on its significant role in shaping the nation’s financial future. Shri Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD and CEO of NSE, delivered a poignant message that intertwines the spirit of independence with the exchange’s mission to foster economic growth and investor protection. Chauhan’s statement resonated with the ideals of freedom fighters who dreamed of a progressive and prosperous India. He remarked, “On the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day, let us honour the sacrifices of our freedom fighters who envisioned a progressive and prosperous country. As a catalyst for wealth creation in India in addition to being a front-line regulator, we are committed to building a stronger and more inclusive na...