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Swiggy takes Bhog Elo Boney through the unchartered waters of Sundarbans on the first ever floating Pandal this Durga Pujo

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Swiggy’s effort to bring Maa Durga to the Sundarbans, where she emerged from the water and returned to it, is a beautiful reflection of nature’s cycle National/ Kolkata,  17 October 2024  – This Durga Pujo,  Swiggy,  India’s pioneering on-demand convenience platform, took the spirit of Kolkata’s grand Durga Pujo celebrations to the remote islands of the Sundarbans through the launch of 'Bhog Elo Boney'—the first-ever floating Durga Puja pandal. The pandal set sail across the Sundarbans, infusing festive joy and a sense of unity among the island communities. Over five days, it navigated different ghats, celebrating Durga Puja with thousands and delivering traditional bhog—Khichudi, Sabzi, and Laddoo—to homes, reinforcing bonds and traditions across the region. Over 1,000 villagers joined the celebrations, including ‘Tiger widows’, (bagh bidhobas) who are believed to be ‘ill omens’ and often prevented from taking part in many activities - including Durga ma’s darshan. Each day th

Streax Elevates Hair Colouring with New Gel Hair Colour: A High-Performance Experience for Brilliant Grey Coverage and Unprecedented Shine

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Introducing a game-changing hair colour enriched with Hyaluronic & Silicone Actives and Kiwi Extracts for an elevated experience in gloss and nourishment Mumbai, 17 th  October 2024  – Streax, a hair colour brand from Hygienic Research Institute Pvt Ltd (HRIPL), known for its innovation and contemporary styling products, is revolutionizing the market with the  launch of the Streax Gel Hair Colour . This game-changing product is set to elevate the hair colouring experience, offering a high-performance upgrade to traditional hair colours. With cutting-edge technology, Streax Gel Hair Colour delivers flawless grey coverage and an elevated shine that transforms every strand into a radiant statement. Streax Gel Hair Colour  is crafted with advanced ingredients to deliver an elevated experience. Infused with hyaluronic and silicone actives, it locks in moisture, reduces frizz, and creates a protective barrier, ensuring long-lasting colour vibrancy and intense gloss. Enriched with kiwi fr

Kalyan Jewellers has been certified as a ‘Great Place to Work®’

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National, 16 th October 2024 : Kalyan Jewellers, one of India’s most-trusted and iconic jewellery brands has been certified as a Great Place to Work®. This prestigious recognition comes after excelling on the 5 dimensions of a High-Trust, High-Performance Culture™ as well as successfully completing the rigorous assessment conducted by Great Place to Work Institute.   At the forefront of employee development, Kalyan Jewellers has been committed to fostering a unique and thriving work culture characterized by collaboration, equal opportunities, and open communication. The brand promotes a transparent and open-door policy, enabling employees across all levels and functions to engage freely with leadership and peers. This approach nurtures a sense of inclusivity and belonging, encouraging cross-functional collaboration and empowering employees to contribute to the company’s overall growth and success. In line with its commitment to employee empowerment, one of Kalyan Jewellers’ key initia

Anamta Ahmad, World’s youngest recipient of Shoulder-Level Arm Transplant Set to Return Home Happily, After A Month

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Anamta is also the world’s first female to receive a shoulder level arm transplant...! Mumbai: The atmosphere at Gleneagles Hospitals in Parel, Mumbai was filled with excitement and happiness as 15-year-old Anamta Ahmad, the youngest recipient in the world to successfully undergo a shoulder-level total arm transplant, was discharged a month after undergoing the milestone surgery. As she joyfully stepped out of the hospital, nurses and paramedical staff gathered to applaud, cheer, and honor her bravery. As Anamta said goodbye to everyone with a heavy heart, Dr. Nilesh Satbhai Head of the Department- Plastic, Hand, Reconstructive Microsurgery and Transplantation, and his team, who carried out the complex 12-hour procedure, expressed satisfaction and pride in her determination and recovery, offering blessings as she began a new chapter in her life. Two years ago, 13-year-old Anamta Ahmad from Goregaon, Mumbai, visited her hometown of Aligarh in Uttar Pradesh for a vacation. While playing

This Karwa Chauth, Man Chaaha Khaana, Quaker Se Banana: Fuelling Sargi with the Power of 5!

Karwa Chauth is just around the corner, and it marks for another auspicious and beautiful festival for many women across the country. On this day, married women observe a fast for the long and healthy lives of their husbands. The ritual traditionally starts with the consumption of  ‘ Sargi’  –  a pre-dawn meal featuring a variety of fruits, sweet and savory dishes with a side of dry fruits and is traditionally consumed before sunrise, on the day of Karwa Chauth, which helps people prepare for the day-long fast. To support those observing the fast, Quaker has curated special Sargi recipes featuring  Quaker Oats Multigrain .  Combining the  #PowerOf5  –  oats, wheat, ragi, barley, and flaxseeds  – this blend, made from wholegrain oats, high in fiber to aid gut health and a good source of protein, offers the energy equivalent to 2 rotis, all while incorporating the familiar flavors of ragi and wheat. Iss Karwa Chauth, Mann Chaha Khana Quaker se Banana! Quaker Oats Multigrain Kheer Ingredi

Bikaji forays into the QSR segment through a planned strategic investment to acquire controlling stake in The Hazelnut Factory

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  Bikaji Foods International Strengthening its Position in the Premium Bakery & Patisserie Segment India,  16th October 2024  –  Bikaji Foods International Limited (Bikaji) , one of India’s largest ethnic snacks brands, has announced  that, Bikaji Foods Retail Limited (“BFRL”), Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Bikaji Foods International Limited, will make a strategic investment of   INR 131.01 Crores  for an acquisition of  53.02%  stake  in  Hazelnut Factory Food Products Private Limited (“The Hazelnut Factory / (THF)”),  a Café cum Artisanal sweets brand based in Lucknow. This investment will be done in tranches and is expected to be completed in next 2 years. Through this acquisition, Bikaji aims to set up a  House of Brands  to cater to unique customer tastes and preferences and establish Bikaji as a key player in the  Quick Service Restaurant ( QSR) domain. This acquisition will enable Bikaji to expand its product portfolio into the premium bakery and patisserie segment, while also

Lakshya Powertech Limited’s Initial Public Offering to open on October 16. Company raises Rs. 13.39 Crore from Anchor Investors

Mumbai October 15, 2024:  Ahmedabad-based Lakshya Powertech Limited (the “Company”), Initial Public (“IPO” or “Offer”) to open on   October 16   and will close on October 18. The company is engaged in the business of providing Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Commissioning (EPCC) services, tailored for projects spanning the Oil and Gas, Power, Data centers, Industrial, and Renewable Energy sectors. For its IPO, the Company has fixed the price band of ₹171/- to ₹180/- per Equity Share of face value ₹10/- each for its IPO. The company has informed NSE that it allocated 7,44,000 equity shares at Rs. 180 per share on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, to anchor investors. 11 Marquee Anchor Investors have participated in the anchor portion viz. HDFC Bank Limited, Veloce AIF – Veloce Opportunities Fund, PARADISE MOON INVESTMENT FUND I, Coeus Global Opportunities Fund, RAJASTHAN GLOBAL SECURITIES PRIVATE LIMITED, KNIGHTSTONE CAPITAL LLP, Vikasa India EIF I Fund – Incube Global Opportunitie