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VMS Industries Limited, a leading player in ship recycling and asset dismantling, announced the declaration of a first interim dividend of Rs. 0.50 per equity share, amounting to 5% of the face value of Rs. 10 per share for the financial year 2024-25. This announcement was made during a Board of Directors meeting held on Wednesday, July 03, 2024. The dividend will be paid on or before Friday, August 02, 2024, to equity shareholders on record as of Thursday, July 11, 2024. Shareholders are encouraged to update their records with the company's Registrar and Transfer Agent to ensure timely receipt of dividends. This move highlights the company’s commitment to rewarding its investors and signifies the substantial growth and success it has achieved over the years. The decision to pay an interim...

Hyderabad, July 06, 2024 – Ignite IAS hosted an enlightening session featuring K N Chandana Jahnavi, who secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 50 in the 2023 UPSC exam. The event, held at the Ignite IAS campus, aimed to provide aspiring candidates with valuable insights and effective strategies for cracking the UPSC exam. Chandana Jahnavi shared her journey and emphasized the importance of dedication, strategic planning, and mental resilience in achieving success.During the session, Chandana highlighted the need for personalized preparation strategies, urging aspirants to understand their strengths and weaknesses. She detailed her approach to creating a study plan that maximized her strengths while addressing weaker areas. The importance of consistent revision and practice was another...

flutrr, India's first vernacular dating app, proudly announces that acclaimed actress Huma Qureshi has recently invested in the Kolkata-based startup. Co-founded in December 2021 by IIM Lucknow alumni Kaushik Banerjee and Anirban Banerjee, flutrr seeks to revolutionize online dating by catering to the Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets of India. The app supports 6 Indian languages, enabling young Indians to forge meaningful relationships rooted in shared linguistic, traditional, and cultural interest. Qureshi expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “I don’t understand tech and given my job, I haven’t had the luxury of exploring dating apps. But I took this leap because, as a woman, I understand the empowerment that comes from having the freedom to choose your life partner. I deeply admire how the founde...

VOI 11, India's pioneering instant on-demand service provider app, is set to redefine convenience in accessing essential services. With its commitment to speed and quality and no compromise on customer satisfaction, VOI 11 promises to deliver solutions within an astonishing 11-minute timeframe, making it the go-to platform for all your service needs.In today's fast-paced world, individuals encounter various service challenges that demand immediate attention. VOI 11 emerges as a solution, offering the range of services provided by VOI 11 spans across a diverse spectrum, encompassing maids, plumbers, carpenters, painters, electricians, cooks, drivers, laundry attendants, AC maintenance professionals and personalized assistance for short-term tasks, ensuring comprehensive support for diverse ...

British Learning.UK, a world-renowned education company trusted by students in over 35 countries for more than 25 years, has successfully completed the training of 250 healthcare workers in Africa. This initiative, part of British Learning’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts, provided a comprehensive Post Graduate Diploma in Nutrition to healthcare professionals in nine African nations at no cost. The countries benefiting from this program include Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Egypt, Liberia, Botswana, Algeria, Zambia, and Tanzania. The total value of the free courses provided by British Learning.UK was GBP 50,000.This significant social initiative was conducted in partnership with Rotary International, one of the largest non-governmental organizations in the world, known for its effo...

- Powered with AI, ‘Elevate’ empowers customers with personalised plans- Mumbai, July 5, 2024  ICICI Lombard, a leading private general insurer in India, proudly announces the launch of its revolutionary health insurance product, ‘Elevate’. Powered with AI the first-of-its-kind health product is loaded with cutting-edge features and add-ons, offering personalised solutions to meet the needs of dynamic lifestyle, unforeseen medical emergencies and medical inflation. This significant launch underscores ICICI Lombard’s commitment to pioneering advancements in the insurance industry delivering exceptional value to its customers.Designed to cater to the rapidly evolving ecosystem, ‘Elevate’ offers a suite of personalised customer-centric plans that prioritise comprehensive coverage and flexibil...

Gurugram, Haryana, India - 05 July 2024 Classic, purist design as a retro Roadster (BMW R 12 nineT) and as a casual Cruiser (BMW R 12)2-cylinder Boxer engine with a capacity of 1,170 ccExemplary craftsmanship with classic trellis frame, a flatly arranged shock absorber and a revised engine periphery.Headlight Pro, Key less ride & Riding Modes available as standard. The all-new BMW R 12 nineT and the all-new BMW R 12 have been launched in India. Both motorcycles will be available as Completely Built-up Units (CBU) and deliveries will commence from September 2024 onwards. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President, BMW Group India said, “BMW Motorrad established the segment of classic bikes with the R nineT. This particular segment invites purists riders who want to focus on the original, and at the sa...

After returning from a nearly decade-long hiatus in January, Himanshu ‘Heems’ Suri announces his second album of 2024, VEENA LP, set for release on August 23rd via his own label Veena Sounds. Alongside the announcement, Heems shares the Sid Vashi-produced lead single “MANTO,” which features Vijay Iyer and arrives alongside a stark Nardeep Khurmi-directed video. Khurmi is an award-winning writer and director perhaps best known for his debut feature Land of Gold, which is how Heems was introduced to his work. The music video features the women in Heems’ family; elderly aunts who are the last generation of survivors, his mother, his sister, and his 2 little nieces. Speaking about the video’s origin, Khrumi shares:“Hima sliding into my DMs after he saw my debut feature Land of Gold to tell me ...

National, July 5th, 2024: lendingplate, a pioneering digital lending platform under Unifinz Capital India Limited (UCIL), has swiftly carved a niche for itself in the competitive Non-Banking Finance Company (NBFC) landscape. Established just two years ago, lendingplate has transformed into a leading digital lending solution, leveraging cutting-edge technology and robust financial expertise to cater to a diverse clientele.Founded on the strong legacy of UCIL’s transformation from Shree Worstex Limited, a company rooted in India since 1982, lendingplate has embraced a future-ready approach. Registered with the Reserve Bank of India, lendingplate offers seamless access to unsecured personal loans up to ₹2,50,000 with flexible repayment options extending up to 15 months servicing more than 500...

KEY HIGHLIGHTS: Average home prices rose 8.92% in the past year to an average of Rs 6,298 per sq ft in June 2024, a lifetime highRates increased 19.95% over 24 months and 28.06% over 36 monthsProjects under development grew 9.61% from a decadal low of 2,227 in June 2023The increased inventory and prices have pushed the unsold inventory value to Rs 61,849Cr from Rs 49,423CrDemand for larger homes persists. Three-bedroom units account for 27% of new launches, reflecting a shift of consumer preferences towards larger-sized homes.The PremiumPlus segment witnessed the maximum price rise with a 5-year CAGR of 7.58%, reaching Rs 8,310 per sq ft in June 2024Excess supply or inventory (inventory overhang) improved in the Value and PremiumPlus segments, with an overall market average of 9.68 months ...