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Hyderabad, India – October 10, 2024 – Tanla Platforms Limited (NSE: TANLA; BSE:532790), India’s largest CPaaS provider, today announced the appointment of François Ortalo-Magné, Executive Dean (External Relations) & Professor of Management Practice at London Business School (LBS), to its board of directors. "François' extensive network and his prominent role as Executive Dean will provide Tanla unprecedented access to LBS’ global alumni community, thus enabling us to engage with exceptional talent, foster innovation, and drive transformative change. His addition to our board aligns with Tanla’s vision of accelerating our global growth and strengthening our foothold in new markets,” said Uday Reddy, Founder Chairman & CEO of Tanla Platforms Limited. Before taking on his current role...

Nuziveedu Seeds is proud to announce the launch of NWS-2194 Badshah, the first-ever wheat variety developed by a private research and development team Notified and released in India for central zone. This superior wheat variety is designed to offer farmers high yield potential, excellent disease resistance, and also it is a climate resilient variety, ensuring increased productivity and profitability.With a potential yield of up to 75 quintals per hectare, NWS-2194 Badshah provides 2-9% of yield advantage over other varieties. It is highly resistant to rusts and wheat blast, making it a reliable option for farmers facing disease challenges. Its bold, amber-colored grains with strong gluten content ensure excellent chapatti-making quality and higher market returns.NWS-2194 Badshah is adaptab...

Mumbai, October 8, 2024: Bombay Chamber organised its annual Mutual Fund Conclave yesterday at the St Regis Hotel, Mumbai. The theme of the Conclave was India’s growth funded by Indians.In her welcome address, Pinky Mehta, President, Bombay Chamber and CFO, Aditya Birla Capital, said, “The Assets Under Management (AUM) of India's mutual fund industry rose by an impressive 40.70% over the past year, climbing from ₹46.94 lakh crore in August 2023 to ₹66.04 lakh crore in August this year, as reported by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). Recognising this expanding market, SEBI has introduced a simplified regulatory framework for launching passive mutual fund schemes, known as MF Lite. This initiative aims to reduce compliance burdens and encourage new entrants into the mutual fu...

Mumbai, October 8, 2024: Bombay Chamber organised its annual Mutual Fund Conclave yesterday at the St Regis Hotel, Mumbai. The theme of the Conclave was India’s growth funded by Indians.In her welcome address, Pinky Mehta, President, Bombay Chamber and CFO, Aditya Birla Capital, said, “The Assets Under Management (AUM) of India's mutual fund industry rose by an impressive 40.70% over the past year, climbing from ₹46.94 lakh crore in August 2023 to ₹66.04 lakh crore in August this year, as reported by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). Recognising this expanding market, SEBI has introduced a simplified regulatory framework for launching passive mutual fund schemes, known as MF Lite. This initiative aims to reduce compliance burdens and encourage new entrants into the mutual fu...

Bengaluru, India: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India’s most trusted and admired real estate developers, recorded sales of Rs 1,331 crore for Q2FY25 vs Rs 1,128 crores in Q1FY25, up by 18%. The company also achieved a sale value of Rs 2,459 crore in H1FY25. Customer collections reached Rs 1,033 crores in Q2FY25 compared to Rs 879 crores in Q2FY24, up by 18% y-o-y. For H1FY25, customer collections increased to Rs 1,998 crores, up by 27% compared to Rs 1,575 crores for H1FY24.  Commenting on the company's performance, Ashish Puravankara, Managing Director, Puravankara Ltd., said, “In Q2FY25, we have achieved collections of Rs 1,033 crores and pre-sales of Rs 1,331 crores mostly from sustenance sales. Our performance continues to reflect robust housing demand across k...

Entrepreneurship is amalgamation of three eulogies viz Arts, Science and Commerce. An Entrepreneur must have technical knowledge, analytical business mind and art of organizing people, money, matter and process. Today, we are featuring 10 entrepreneurs whose journey is not only influential but also made a significant impact on society and contributed in building regional development.   1. Asif Raza Mr. Asif Raza, the visionary Founder, Chairman, and Managing Director of Raza Group, has transformed his father’s small contracting business into a diversified industry leader since 2002, Raza Group has grown its portfolio across multiple verticals, including construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, and media, establishing itself as a key player in these sectors. Committed to innovation and ...

Maintaining a healthy weight is essential for overall well-being, and one of the most effective ways to track your health goals is by using the Body Mass Index (BMI). The BMI calculator is a widely used tool that helps determine whether you fall within a healthy weight range based on your height. This article will provide a detailed BMI chart for men and women, explain how to calculate your BMI, and guide you on using the weight according to height chart to monitor your health.What is BMI?Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple calculation that uses your height and weight to categorise your body weight. It serves as an indicator of whether you are underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. The BMI calculator is an easy and reliable way to assess your health risks related to weight, helpin...

The geopolitics of the Middle East has long been fraught with tension, especially between Iran and Israel. Given their entrenched positions, any military confrontation, particularly an attack by Iran on Israel, could have profound implications not only for the region but also for global financial markets.Among the critical assets that investors watch closely during geopolitical crises are gold andforex trading in the U.S. dollar. Gold has historically been seen as a haven asset during times of uncertainty, while the dollar serves as the world's primary reserve currency, often reacting predictably to global instability. Understanding how these two assets could respond amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel is vital for investors and policymakers.Historical Context of Iran-Israel R...

New Delhi, 10th October 2024: The vibrant TV9 Festival of India commenced on the occasion of Durga Puja and created a buzz across the national capital. Organized at the Major Dhyan Chand Stadium in Delhi, this mega lifestyle expo hosted over 250 stalls from various countries. The festival, hosted by TV9 Network, will continue until October 13, 2024, promising a rich cultural experience filled with diverse activities, performances, and shopping opportunities. TV9 Network’s News Director, Hemant Sharma, emphasized the significance of Durga Puja as a celebration of power and strength. He stated, "Durga Puja is a festival of channelling strength, which we dedicate to the welfare of all. The essence of the festival is the public worship of the power and self-esteem of motherhood. TV9 Network, b...

CHENNAI- Habitat for Humanity’s Terwilliger Center for Innovation joined hands with Startup TN and Kerala Startup Mission for the launch of the M-Sand Innovation Challenge 2024. Officially announced at a sector event, the initiative aims to transform the landscape of affordable housing in India through the support and scaling of solutions that can increase supply and improve distribution channels of manufactured sand, or M-sand, as a sustainable and accessible alternative to river sand. The initiative seeks to address challenges stemming from India’s construction boom, which in turn generated a skyrocketing demand for sand, one of the sector’s cornerstones. For instance, India is the world's second-largest producer of cement, requiring huge amounts of sand. This has fueled an illegal indus...