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Flipkart deepens rol   ●  Partnership aims to build nationally recognised, industry-led skilling pathways for India’s e-commerce and logistics workforce ●  Flipkart to contribute operational expertise to strengthen training, assessment and certification aligned with the Skill India Mission National, December 2025: Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, has entered into an agreement with the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) to strengthen India’s skilling ecosystem and support the government’s Skill India Mission with a focus on creating nationally recognised, industry-led pathways for India’s fast-growing e-commerce and logistics workforce. The agreement took place at Kaushal B hawan, New Delhi, in the presence of senior representatives from the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and NCVET. Ms. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Chairperson, NCVET, g...

• Yurpeak® is a prescription medicine and should be used under medical advice • Will be available in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, and 15 mg strengths Visakhapatnam 2025: Cipla Limited (BSE: 500087; NSE: CIPLA; and hereafter referred to as "Cipla") today announced the launch of Yurpeak® (tirzepatide), a one-weekly injectable therapy for managing obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) — two of the country’s most pressing health challenges. Cipla has the rights to distribute and promote Yurpeak® — the second brand of Lilly’s tirzepatide in India, after Lilly received DCGI approval. Commenting on the launch, Achin Gupta, Global Chief Operating Officer, Cipla Limited, said: “The launch of Yurpeak® marks a transformative moment in the fight against obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus, two of India’s chronic conditions with a heavy burden. Cipla is entering this space with the same depth of expertise and scientific commitment that define our leadership in chro...

  Millions Served, Lakhs Empowered: Flipkart’s supply chain scaled during the festive season with 24% YoY growth in units; over 60% orders from Tier 2 & 3 regions ●  4 lakh+ seasonal jobs created to power operations across 28 states ●  With more than 5,000 shipments moving per minute on peak days and over 7.3 million shipments fulfilled in a single day, Flipkart redefined speed and access during BBD 2025   Visakhapatnam , December, 2025: Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace, today announced key milestones from its 2025 festive season – highlighting scale, speed, and social impact. The Big Billion Days were powered by its robust logistics network, which fulfilled record volumes, enabled near-instant deliveries, and significantly expanded its regional footprint. With over 4 lakh  seasonal job opportunities created, a 44%  growth in same-day/next-day deliveries, and heightened demand from Tier 2 / 3 cities, Flipkart’s supply chain put both te...

~ Chicken lovers can enjoy a range of their KFC favourites including Hot & Crispy, Boneless Strips, Fries, Dip, Pepsi & more at unbeatable prices~ ~Epic savings upto 4th January 2026 only~ India, 2025: Year-end celebrations just got even more epic, crispy, and finger lickin’ good! KFC is bringing an EPIC FEAST for year-end festivities with friends & family. Chicken lovers can enjoy their favourites such as the signature Hot & Crispy chicken, juicy Boneless Chicken Strips, Fries, chilled Pepsi & a selection of flavorful dips making it the perfect meal for sharing! Priced starting at just ₹799, the EPIC FEAST offer is now available in select markets across India including Andhra Pradesh & Telangana, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Karnataka for dine-in and takeaway till 4th January 2026 only. So what are you waiting for? Make your year-end celebrations absolutely epic with KFC’s EPIC FEAST. KFC fans can also pre-order on the KFC app while dining in to skip the wait and ge...

 Xiaomi India today announced the launch of the REDMI 15C 5G, a smartphone designed to deliver a sleek aesthetic, a spacious 17.53 cm immersive display, and dependable all-day performance for users who seamlessly switch between work and entertainment. Commenting on the launch, Anuj Sharma, Chief Marketing Officer, Xiaomi India said, “With REDMI 15C 5G, our goal was to build a phone that feels effortless in the hands of everyday users. The combination of a big immersive display, a reliable all-day battery and a refined royale design reflects how people now watch, learn and work on their phones. As we look ahead, our focus is on keeping the REDMI experience reliable and built around what truly matters to our users.” The REDMI 15C 5G features a slim, polished body with a 3D quad-curved back for a balanced grip and a distinctive floating crater camera design. It comes in Moonlight Blue, Dusk Purple and Midnight Black, with Moonlight Blue crafted through a dual-colour magnetic ink proce...

  In a landmark triumph for India’s renewable-energy landscape, the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has secured a Guinness World Record by installing an unprecedented 45,911 solar pumping systems within just one month. This exceptional milestone stands as a testament to MSEDCL’s visionary leadership, strong execution capabilities, and unwavering commitment to empowering India’s farming communities.   C.R.I. Pumps’ Solar Division is proud to have been one of the key contributors to this transformative solar initiative. By installing solar pumps in 1,686 villages across Maharashtra, C.R.I. Solar empowered thousands of farmers with sustainable water solutions. Each installation was carried out with exceptional precision, disciplined execution, and coordinated teamwork—reflecting C.R.I.’s hallmark strengths.   This milestone aligns seamlessly with C.R.I.’s broader mission of driving India’s clean-energy evolution. The company has already co...

  Escorts Kubota Limited (EKL), one of India’s leading engineering conglomerates in the agricultural and construction equipment space, has introduced its third-generation Ride-On Rice Transplanters – KA6 and KA8 under Kubota Brand. Engineered in Japan, the new models combine advanced technology with on-field practicality to deliver higher productivity, operator comfort and planting precision. The models have been introduced across 7 states - Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Telangana, where demand for mechanized paddy solutions is rising. The KA6 and KA8 transplanters are powered by Kubota’s fuel-efficient engines that deliver 21 & 24 horsepower, ensuring dependable performance even in tough field conditions. Both models come with a smart turning system for smoother handling and an automatic lift function that makes cornering easier. The Multifunction control lever allows effortless operation, while the horizontal control mechanism helps ma...