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  ·         As per Euromonitor International’s 2023 report, Illicit cigarette volumes in India reached 30.2 billion sticks in 2022, trailing only behind China and Brazil ·         As per the reports, the total loss to the Govt. of India estimated for 2022 on account of illicit tobacco trade is ₹13,331 crore, up from ₹6,240 crore in 2012 an increase by 46% India, 2024 : This Independence Day, Philip Morris International’s (PMI) India affiliate, IPM India, reinforces its commitment towards illicit tobacco trade prevention to safeguard India’s economic interest & protect consumers. Illicit tobacco trade is a major threat and growing challenge worldwide. India has witnessed a significant rise in illicit in recent years and it only seems to rise with time. A s per 2022 FICCI Cascade study, the overall market for illegal cigarettes in India is estimated to be at ₹22,930 crore. As per the reports, the total loss to the Govt. of India estimated for 2022, on account of the illicit mar

 Visakhapatnam, August 11th, 2024- Ather Energy, one of India’s electric two-wheeler manufacturers, today delivered 100 Ather Rizta family scooters at its mass delivery event in Visakhapatnam at Novotel. This is the largest single day delivery of the newly launched Rizta in Visakhapatnam. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ravneet Singh Phokela, Chief Business Officer, Ather Energy, said, “We are excited to be delivering 100 Rizta scooters in Visakhapatnam today. With the growing acceptance towards electric vehicles in Visakhapatnam, the market for electric scooters is also growing. Moreover, Visakhapatnam being a family focused market, the response towards the Rizta has been great. The Rizta has been built keeping family needs in mind and promises comfort, convenience and safety. It is a reliable and practical scooter that comes with a host of technological features that enhance the daily riding experience and is apt for family use cases.” The Rizta is available in two models and three var

   OPPO debuts Military-Grade Durability in this price segment for the first time with the K12x 5G.  The K12x 5G will be available from 2nd August with up to INR 1000 instant discount from select banks and no-cost EMI up to 3 months. National, July, 2024:: OPPO India has introduced its K12x 5G, the toughest 5G smartphone in its segment, at just INR 12,999. The device is available in two attractive colours, Breeze Blue and Midnight Violet, and will be available starting 2nd August 2024 on the OPPO e-store and Flipkart. It boasts segment-leading durability with the ‘MIL-STD- 810H’ military-grade certification, IP54 rating for dust and water resistance, and segment- first Splash Touch technology so users can operate its touchscreen even with wet fingers. Durable, Yet Stylish The OPPO K12x 5G sets a new standard under INR 15K with its 360° Damage-Proof Armour Body. Its twice-reinforced Panda Glass display and its High-Strength Alloy Frame—developed by OPPO—add robustness; its Sponge Bion

  AICTE and OPPO India collaborate for the ‘Generation Green’ campaign to build Green Skills through 5000 student internships in India - Collectively aim to empower over a million youth through the programme  National, July 2024: The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and OPPO India today announced their ‘Generation Green’ campaign. The 100-day programme—managed by 1M1B (One Million for One Billion)—promotes green skills among the youth through 5,000 internship opportunities across colleges in India.  According to LinkedIn’s Global Green Skills Report 2023, job seekers with green skills are 29% more likely to get hired than the average workforce. This initiative cultivates climate-conscious skills which will add to the students’ knowledge to make them future-ready for the opportunities of tomorrow.   “AICTE is proud to join hands with OPPO India for the Green Internship Programme,” Dr TG Sitharam, Chairman of AICTE, said. “It is a fantastic opportunity for students to

 A special service camp for monsoon readiness to be held across India.   Additional inventory of BMW/MINI Original Spare Parts for faster service turnaround.   #SheerDrivingPleasure #BigLove #RelaxWeCare #WhateverHappens     BMW Group India has announced the launch of Monsoon Service campaign across its dealer network. This special initiative will be held across India and will ensure complete car readiness for the upcoming monsoon season.   Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “BMW Group is committed to ensuring that our customers' vehicles are in peak condition to handle the unique weather challenges. Our Monsoon Service Campaign is tailored to provide thorough inspections, maintenance, and necessary upgrades to enhance the safety and performance of BMW and MINI cars. We understand the importance of reliability and peace of mind for our customers, and this campaign underscores our dedication to providing exceptional service and support. With a dedicat

  The OPPO Reno12 series boasts the highest number of AI features starting at INR 32,999   Visakhapatnam, July 2024: OPPO India today announced the launch of the Reno12 series, its first step towards accelerating the availability of AI phones in the country. The Reno12 series — “ Your Everyday AI Companion” —boasts features such as AI Eraser 2.0, AI Clear Face, AI Best Face, and Smart Image Matting 2.0 for flawless yet fun photos without complex image editing. The devices also pack the AI Toolbox , powered by Google Gemini LLM, that comprises AI Writer, AI Summary, and AI Speak to enhance daily productivity.   The Reno12 Pro 5G will be available in two variants: INR 36,999 for the 12GB+256GB model and INR 40,999 for the 12GB+512GB version. The Reno12 5G will be priced at INR 32,999 and come with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The Reno12 Pro 5G will go on sale in India starting 18th July, and the Reno12 5G will be available from 25th July on the OPPO e-Store , Flipkart ,

  India, 2024-- In a speech at the recently held Asia Security: Anti-counterfeiting, Trademark, and  Brand Protection conference, Rodney Van Dooren, Head - Illicit Trade Prevention, Philip Morris International (PMI) highlighted how international collaboration is the cornerstone to combat illicit trade along with stringent regulation and enforcement, to curb this menace. He further pointed out how prohibition has not been a viable option, while regulation and enforcement would be the solution to curb illicit trade. The two-day conference held on 23 rd  and 24 th  of July in Delhi was focused on the theme, 'The Power of Collaboration and Unity in the Fight Against Illicit Trade and Counterfeiting'. It witnessed participation from brand owners, regulators, law enforcement agencies, government, policymakers, and security solution providers discussing the impact of illicit trade on government, brands, and the society. Speaking on the need for co-operation between source, tra