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upGrad appoints Venkatesh Tarakkad as Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

~ With over 30 years of experience, Venkatesh will oversee upGrad’s domestic and global financial strategies encompassing a broader financial spectrum ~ Mumbai, 1st March, 2024: upGrad, one of Asia’s largest integrated learning, skilling and workforce development majors has named Venkatesh Tarakkad as the first Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Venkatesh led Finance, Inventory, and strategic initiatives at DealShare and assumes …

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One in eight people are now living with obesity

Geneva, 1 March 2024 — A new study released by the Lancet shows that, in 2022, more than 1 billion people in the world are now living with obesity. Worldwide, obesity among adults has more than doubled since 1990, and has quadrupled among children and adolescents (5 to 19 years of age). The data also show that 43% of adults …

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Leaders call for scale-up in implementing One Health approach

Geneva, 29 February 2024 — Adopting a One Health approach that recognizes the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment offers promising solutions for addressing unprecedented challenges. Speaking at the Second Quadripartite Executive Annual Meeting in Nairobi, Kenya today, WHO’s Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said: “We need sustained political will to …

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A new guide from the International Trade Centre explores how small businesses can use AI tools to more efficiently create content and promote their work while maintaining clients’ trust.

(Geneva) – Artificial intelligence (AI) in the workforce is akin to Aladdin’s genie – its power equal to its potential risks – with the ideal scenario being a human-led partnership between AI tools and the person using them, to strike a balance between efficiency and trust. A new report by the International Trade Centre (ITC), Living with the Genie: Artificial …

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TATA GROUP TO BUILD THE NATION’S FIRST FAB IN DHOLERA

Taiwan’s Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) will provide technology and execution support for the state-of-the-art greenfield facility in Gujarat to address the global semiconductor markets in the areas of automotive, computing, communications, and artificial intelligence Bengaluru, February 29, 2024: In a significant step towards creating an indigenous (“Make in India, For the World”) semiconductor ecosystem in India, Government of India …

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Tata Power Trust signs MoU with NIEPID to launch India Neurodiversity Platform under Pay Autention initiative at National Purple Fest

– The platform will be part of one-of-its kind Public-Private-Partnership for Neurodiversity Support – Showcased Autism support related activities through an experience zone at National Purple Fest, at Rashtrapati Bhawan Bengaluru, 29th February, 2024: Tata Power Community Development Trust (TPCDT), the CSR arm of Tata Power renowned for its commitment to community development, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) …

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AEEE Report Unveils G20’s Key Role in Doubling Global Energy Efficiency Progress by 2030

Bengaluru, 29 February 2024: To accelerate global progress in energy efficiency, it is crucial to actively promote for integrated policy approaches, increased investments in Energy Service Companies (ESCOs), and the adoption of cutting-edge technology further aligning with the G20’s commitment to drive advancements in energy efficiency. The report titled “Doubling Global Energy Efficiency Progress: How the G20 can Lead the …

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Imagine Tresor, the Ultimate Apple Destination, Unveils Cutting-Edge Store in Reach 3 Roads, Sector 70

Imagine Tresor, the authorised Apple retailer, was thrilled to announce the grand opening of its state-of-the-art store in Reach 3 Roads. Nestled in the bustling high street property of Reach 3 Roads, this expansive store spans approximately 1300 sq ft, strategically positioned at the heart of a vast residential hub encompassing sectors 69, 70, 70A, 71, 72, 73, 76, 77, …

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Max Life achieves 99.51% Claims Paid Ratio in FY23; Surpasses 99% for the fourth consecutive year

New Delhi, February 29, 2024: Max Life Insurance Company Ltd. (“Max Life” / “Company”) has achieved its highest-ever individual Claims Paid Ratio of 99.51% in the financial year 2022–23, as per the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India’s (IRDAI) Handbook on Indian Insurance Statistics 2022-23. Max Life has disbursed 19,563 death claims amounting to INR 1242 crore in the …

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Actor Hema Malini and Paresh Rawal honoured by Nalanda Dance Research Centre Dr. Uma Rele

In a dazzling showcase of India’s rich cultural tapestry, the eagerly awaited Nalanda Nrityotsava 2024 unfolded, transcending boundaries and illuminating this pan-Indian extravaganza, now in its 20th year. The event, steeped in tradition, innovation, and artistic brilliance, served as a testament to the enduring legacy of Indian dance, fostering cultural exchange, and preserving India’s invaluable heritage. The highlight of this …

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