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SBI General Insurance and Maruti Suzuki Insurance Broking have come together to enhance insurance awareness in the Ri-Bhoi district and Shillong. Their latest initiative, an insurance awareness camp in Nongpo, Ri-Bhoi, focused on educating locals about the critical role insurance plays in safeguarding against unexpected events like medical emergencies, property damage, and more. The camp offered free vehicle and eye check-ups, drawing enthusiastic participation from the community. It follows a similar session at St. Mary’s Higher Secondary School in Shillong, where over 62 students learned about the importance of insurance and its various types, including health, motor, home, and fire insurance. "Being the leading insurer in Meghalaya, we’re committed to helping people make informed...

The 2024 edition of Tata Consultancy Services’ iconic quiz aims to raise awareness amongst students from smaller towns and districts across India. Now in its silver jubilee year, the program is recognized by the Limca Book of Records as the first IT Quiz for rural students in India and has grown into one of the largest IT quizzes in the country, engaging over 21 million students so far. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, and the Department of Electronics, IT, BT and Science and Technology, Government of Karnataka, are pleased to announce that registrations are now open for the 25th edition of the TCS Rural IT Quiz program. A part of the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024, the quiz comprises of ...

Vi has made headlines in the telecom sector by becoming the first Indian operator to secure the Payment Card Industry-Data Security Standard version 4.0 (PCI DSS 4.0) certification. This major achievement not only elevates Vi's status but also highlights its unwavering commitment to protecting customer payment data with top-notch security measures. The PCI DSS 4.0 certification, developed by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), represents the pinnacle of data protection, setting stringent protocols to guard against data breaches and fraud. This milestone is particularly noteworthy as it exceeds the RBI’s existing security mandates for financial institutions, setting a new standard for the telecom industry. In Shillong, this certification is a game-changer....

Hon’ble Governor of Maharashtra Shri C P Radhakrishnan has inaugurated the iconic statue of NSE Bull and launched a commemorative Coffee Table Book titled "The Journey of Empowering 1.4 billion Dreams," at NSE Headquarters along with Shri Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO, NSE. The statue of NSE Bull represents strength, power, and resilience—qualities that are key to India’s economic growth. The bull's strong legs, prominent hump, and formidable presence symbolize the nation's robust financial ecosystem. Surrounded by figures representing the People of India from diverse backgrounds — such as a school-going boy, a village woman, and professionals—the sculpture underscores the inclusivity and unity of India’s investment landscape. This iconic creation reflects the collective efforts...

Rapido, India’s leading ride-sharing platform, has raised $200 million in its latest Series E funding round, boosting its valuation to over $1.1 billion. The round was led by WestBridge Capital, with participation from existing investor Nexus and new investors Think Investments and Invus Opportunities. This funding comes on the back of rapid user growth, with Rapido now facilitating 2.5 million daily rides, a 2.5x surge in GMV over the past year. The investment will be used to expand Rapido’s operations and enhance its technology platform, strengthening its leadership in urban mobility. Co-founder Aravind Sanka said, "This investment empowers us to innovate and expand our offerings to meet evolving customer needs. Our growth has been tremendous, and we are committed to enhan...

Samsung India has announced the Top 10 teams of ‘Solve for Tomorrow’ 2024, its flagship CSR programme. The top 10 teams will now advance to the grand finale where they will present their unique ideas to a grand jury comprising Samsung leadership and other key industry leaders. The shortlisted teams come from some of the country's remotest regions, including Golaghat and Kamrup Rural in Assam, Jhalawar in Rajasthan, Udupi in Karnataka, and Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh, highlighting the programme’s deep regional penetration. The top 10 teams, represented by 22 students from across the nation, will now gear up for the finale event where they will pitch their innovations to a grand jury of Samsung and industry leaders.The young innovators earlier attended an Innovation Walk at Samsung offi...