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by Samiksha MUMBAI / December 17, 2024: Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital, in partnership with Aayush Eye Clinic & Lasik Center Chembur, Mumbai, has launched the WaveLight FS200 Femtosecond Laser System which is considered the precise system for refractive surgeries such as LASIK and other procedures involving cutting (resection) of the cornea. The machine was officially inaugurated on December 17th in Chembur. Femtosecond laser eye surgery is a laser-based procedure that corrects vision problems like near-sightedness, far-sightedness, and astigmatism. A femtosecond laser creates a flap in the cornea, which is then lifted to reshape the cornea with another laser. The flap is then repositioned to allow the eye to heal. Femto laser treatment is more precise and customizable than traditional LASIK surgery, and it eliminates the need for a blade to cut the cornea. WaveLight FS200 Femtosecond Laser System is also minimally invasive and painless. Mr. Rahul Agarwal, COO – Hospital Business, Dr Aga...

  by Samiksha Mumbai, December 17, 2024:  Carraro India Limited, has fixed the price band of  ₹668/-  to  ₹704/-  per Equity Share of face value ₹10/- each for its maiden initial public offer. The Initial Public Offering (“ IPO ” or  “Offer” ) of the Company will open on  Friday, December 20, 2024 , for subscription and close on  Tuesday, December 24, 2024 . Investors can bid for a minimum of 21   Equity Shares and in multiples of 21   Equity Shares thereafter. The IPO is entirely an offer of sale of up to Rs 1,250 crore by Carraro International S.E. with no fresh issue component. Established in 1997, Carraro India, a subsidiary of Carraro S.p.A, began its manufacturing journey with transmission systems in 1999 and axles in 2000. The company started its operations using IP rights licensed from other entities within the Carraro Group and specializes in complex engineering products and solutions for original equipment manufacturer (OE...

Offer valid from 15 December 2024 to 15 January 2025. by Samiksha Mumbai, 16 th  December 2024:  Blue Dart Express Limited, South Asia's premier express-air, integrated transportation, and distribution logistics company, is ushering in the holiday season with its "Merry Express" offer. Available from 15th December 2024 to 15th January 2025, this festive offer provides customers with discounted rates on domestic and international shipments, ensuring gifts reach loved ones in time for the holidays. Customers can avail themselves of a up to 40% off on domestic shipments weighing between 2-10 kg, and up to 50% off on international shipments with specific weights ranging from 3-25 kg across India. The offer applies to both domestic priority and international shipments, with terms and conditions. As a customer-centric company, Blue Dart is committed to continuously enhancing its products and services, providing customers with added value during this festive season. With the ...

  The Bank’s nationwide campaign aims to reactivate inoperative accounts, enhance customer experience and boost CASA growth  by Samiksha Mumbai, 16 December 2024:  Punjab National Bank (PNB), nation’s leading public sector bank, has launched a nationwide campaign to reactivate inoperative accounts, including Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) accounts. This campaign, running until 24 December 2024, highlights the Bank's continued efforts in raising awareness about the importance of maintaining active accounts, encouraging customers to reactivate their inoperative savings and current accounts, promoting regular transactions, and preventing accounts from becoming dormant. This campaign also forms part of PNB’s strategic efforts to enhance customer engagement and experience, reinforce financial inclusion across the nation, and strengthen its Current Account and Savings Account (CASA) deposit base. The Bank has rolled out multiple measures to facilitate account reactivati...

  by Samiksha   Mumbai: The Investor Conference ’24, organised by the Powerful Group, commenced on Saturday, bringing together leading figures in entrepreneurship, investment, and rural development. The conclave was inaugurated by esteemed guests, including Advocate Manasvi Thapar (Political thinker and Serial Entrepreneur ), Amit Parikh (National President of the MSME and Startup Forum Bharat), Ms.Lipi Khandhar.  Vasundhara Pawar, Founder of Step2StepUp Inc. and the Powerful Group, delivered the opening address, outlining the vision of the conclave as a platform to foster impactful investments and promote sustainable economic growth through national and international collaborations. Speaking at the event, Ms. Pawar stated, “The Investor Conference ’24 aims to shape the future of entrepreneurship in India. From empowering women entrepreneurs to advancing rural development projects, this conclave is committed to creating opportunities and driving sustainable growth in the ...

by Samiksha Mumbai, December 12, 2024: JBG Invincible Women’s Run and Pinkathon, join hands with Glenmark and Bank of Baroda for its second edition, bringing a unique focus on women empowerment. This year’s event is set to inspire women across all walks of life to embrace a healthier lifestyle and take charge of their financial independence. At the press conference, key figures including Milind Soman, creator of Pinkathon, and Ankita Konwar, founder of Invincible Women’s Run, highlighted the transformative impact of this initiative. Joining them were Dr. Nikita V. Raut, Deputy General Manager – Sustainability, Ethics & ESG, Bank of Baroda, & Ravindra Rai, MD & CEO of BOBCARD Limited. The JBG Invincible Women’s Run and Pinkathon aim to encourage women to prioritize health and fitness, creating a community of support and inspiration. Participants can choose from categories like the 3K, Lifelong 5K, and 10K runs, as well as ultra-distances such as the Limitless 100K, Super 75K...

by Samiksha India's dietary supplement market is rapidly growing due to increasing health awareness and demand for preventive healthcare Mumbai,12th Dec 2024: The health and wellness industry is set to witness a transformative innovation with the launch of Auffüllen, a comprehensive range of dietary supplements designed to support holistic well-being. With a name derived from the German word for “replenish,” Auffüllen aims to bridge nutritional gaps and empower individuals to lead healthier lives by providing targeted solutions for energy enhancement, immune support, stress relief, and more. The launch event witnessed the presence of renowned health experts, including Dr. Ilse Köhler-Rollefson, a leading voice in traditional health, sustainable wellness, and Livestock Sustainability Leader, Dr. Bipin Chandra Bhamre, a Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeon Fellowship from USA & Germany; ; Dr. Pankaj Mittal, an Orthopaedic Surgeon Fellowship in Joint replacement, & Arthrosco...

MAMAKA BY OVOLO IS BRINGING SOME (INDIAN) HEAT TO KUTA BEACH by Samiksha   New Delhi: Mamaka by Ovolo welcomes its newest culinary rockstar, Chef Anuj Kumar Ray. Hailing from the heart of India, Jabalpur, where the Narmada River flows and riverside cooking was his teenage playground, Chef Anuj has arrived and making waves with a bold mission; to take Indian cuisine to the next level without forgetting the true essence and heritage of Indian food. Chef Anuj is bringing his fiery passion, innovative flair, and mouthwatering flavours to the vibrant culinary scene at Mamaka by Ovolo. Chef Anuj's culinary journey began as a teen with chulha-style (brick stove) riverside feasts, whipping up smoky curries and kebabs against stunning scenic backdrops. What started as fun weekends with friends soon turned into a full-blown obsession with the art of cooking. Mamaka and Chef Anuj's specialty will be crafting all of our spice blends in-house, from garam masala and chaat masala to chai masa...

by Samiksha  Design-led Innovation to meet the Aspirations of Modern India Mumbai, 2024: The Godrej Enterprises Group (GEG), a leading diversified engineering and design-led conglomerate, unveiled a refreshed brand identity aimed at unlocking new worlds for customers and other stakeholders.  The new visual identity honours GEG’s rich legacy while embodying its commitment to actively participate in the building of a Viksit Bharat by 2047 through design led innovation, enhancing consumer experience and shaping preferences for sustainable choices.  “The key to our sustained growth has been our ability to always remain relevant to India’s development needs and the brand refresh reflects our quest to continually reinvent ourselves. Our aspiration is to unlock greater value for customers by delivering solutions and experiences that positively impact lives. And while our core remains rooted in high quality and complex engineering, our brand must remain dynamic and meet the aspir...

by Samiksha  Building on its success, moha:’s Stand On Your Feet campaign empowers aspiring women entrepreneurs with transformative opportunities and expert mentorship. The Stand On Your Feet initiative, proudly spearheaded by moha:, has once again set the stage for empowering women entrepreneurs, offering them an unparalleled platform to showcase their creativity, determination, and innovative spirit. moha: – Stand On Your Feet reached its pinnacle during the grand finale, celebrating exceptional women from across India. With over 150+ submissions, the campaign highlighted the immense talent, resilience, and entrepreneurial vision of these participants. From the pool of remarkable entries, the Top 10 finalists were meticulously selected and engaged in a dynamic Q&A session with a distinguished judging panel. This year’s panel featured celebrated personalities, including Ms. Soha Ali Khan (Actor and Author), Ms. Sagarika Ghatge (Actor and Entrepreneur), and Ms. Naila Grewal (Ac...

AGI Infra Ltd. (BSE: 539042, NSE: AGIIL), a leading player specialized in residential and commercial real estate development, has announced that its board has approved sub division/ split of shares of the company in 1:2 ratio, i.e. Sub-division/ split of each equity share of the Company into 2 equity shareholders, subject to approval of the shareholders. The record date for the purpose of the sub division shall be decided post shareholder approval. Recently, the company announced stellar earnings for the quarter and half year ended 30 September 2024. For Q2FY25, revenue from operations grew by 9% YoY from Rs. 7090.58 Lakhs in Q2FY24 to Rs. 7756.26 Lakhs in Q2FY25. EBITDA increased by 33.23% from Rs. 2182.63 Lakhs in Q2FY24 to Rs. 2908.95 Lakhs in Q2FY25. PAT increased by 20.45% from Rs. 1449.06 Lakhs in Q2FY24 to Rs. 1745.40 Lakhs in Q2FY25. For half year ended 30 September 2024, revenue from operations grew by 7.50% from Rs. 13971.30 Lakhs in H1FY24 to Rs. 15018.76 Lakhs in H1FY25. EB...

by Samiksha   State-of-the-art technology at Aptech’s Virtual Production Academy is shaping the future of filmmaking, unlocking students' creative potential Mumbai November, 2024: The Virtual Production Academy by Aptech, India’s first holistic end-to-end virtual production academy in Mumbai is fully equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, offering students hands-on training, in-depth knowledge, and valuable exposure to the dynamic world of VFX, filmmaking and post-production. It is designed to prepare creative professionals with cutting-edge skills needed to excel in the rapidly evolving world of film and television, gaming, advertising & marketing, education & training, architectural visualisation, live events and virtual concert, among others. Launched in 2023, The Virtual Production Academy specializes in ICVFX (In-Camera Visual Effects) and motion capture, showcasing how innovative and modern tools are revolutionising the world of animation and VFX. ICVFX enables r...

by Samiksha • Solving content discovery challenges with Single Sign-On, Single Subscription, and a Unified Interface for 24+ Apps and 300+ Channels • Partners include premium OTTs like Prime Video, Jio Cinema, Disney Hotstar along with Zee 5, Sony Liv, Youtube, Discovery+, Sun Nxt, Aha, Hoichoi, Lionsgate Play, Manorama MAX, Travel XP, Shemaroo, Fancode, Nammaflix, Dangal Play, Dollywood Play, Hungama, Stage, VR OTT, Distro TV, Chaupal, Playflix, ETV Win, Raj TV and more.   Mumbai, 26th November 2024:Streambox Media, a strategic media-tech venture founded by Anuj Gandhi and backed by Micromax Informatics, along with Nikhil Kamath and Stride Ventures, proudly unveils Dor — India’s First Subscription-based Television Service. Focusing on technological innovation and seamless user experience, Dor is set to transform how Indian households access and enjoy entertainment at home and on the move. This one-of-its-kind product-as-a-service model is set to go live in India through Flipkart o...

  by Samiksha  Announced at the Raksha Summit 2024, the framework envisions a "Health JAM Trinity" – A Unified Approach of Health Data, Automation, and Mobile-Enabled Healthcare to Realise the Viksit Bharat Vision November 22, 2024, Mumbai: Aligning with India’s "Viksit Bharat by 2047" mission, Medi Assist Healthcare Services Ltd. (“Medi Assist” / “Company”), India’s leading Health Benefits Administrator, and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) unveiled a transformative framework for Borderless Health at the Raksha Summit 2024 held in Mumbai today. A Medi Assist vision, the framework seeks to address healthcare disparities and ensure universal, high-quality, and accessible health coverage for all Indians. The report highlights key structural, social, and economic barriers, proposing a data-driven, technology-enabled model to revolutionise access and efficiency. Borderless Health aims to tackle pressing challenges such as gaps in investments, insurance coverage, and the im...