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KC Overseas Education to conduct ‘Australia Admissions Day’ on Feb 14

KC Overseas Education, a pioneer in study abroad sector, will conduct ‘Australia Admissions Day’ on February 14 from 11 am to 2 pm at KC head office in IT Park, Nagpur and from 3 pm to 5 pm at KC Branch office in Sadar, Nagpur. The event will be held for all the aspirants keen to apply for Master’s or Bachelor’s Programs for 2025 intakes. The best part of applying to Australian Universities is the possibility to get Admits without GRE / GMAT / SAT / ACT, Scholarships up to AUD 30000 and an offer letter ..

Nitin Gadkari unveils new Mahindra Electric SUV at ‘Advantage Vidarbha’

n Business Reporter Union Minister for Road Transport & Highway Nitin Gadkari unveiled the most awaited Mahindra Electric Origin SUV, at Advantage Vidharbha recently concluded at RTMNU campus ground on Amravati Road, Nagpur. Present on occasion were Ashish Kale, Managing Director of Provincial Automobile along with Pravind Turkar, , from Mahindra Electric Vehicle along with both dealership teams’ senior persons. The new Mahindra Electric comes in two models XEV9E and BE6 with total 9 variants ..

All-New Camry Hybrid Electric car unveiled at Patni Toyota

THE All-New Camry Hybrid Electric car was unveiled at Patni Toyota, Wadi, Nagpur, recently. It is equipped with advanced 5th generation hybrid technology, delivering significantly improved efficiency and enhanced performance. The All-New Camry Hybrid Electric vehicle is more than a car – it’s a reflection of refined style and exclusiveness. The car had been unveiled by the hands of the renowned Cardiologist Dr Prashant Jagtap, Senior Advocate Ashutosh Dharmadhikari and Radiologist Dr Anuradha Jagtap. ..

Nangia family welcomes Sajjan Jindal at JSW MG Nagpur dealership

Sajjan Jindal, Chairman of JSW Group, recently visited the JSW MG Nagpur dealership, where he spent time at both the showroom and service center. His modest demeanour and profound industry knowledge left a lasting impression on all present, underscoring his commitment to excellence and innovation. Under Jindal’s visionary leadership, JSW MG Motor India is actively advancing initiatives in new energy solutions, particularly in the realm of electric vehicles (EVs)...

State Govt introduces ‘Maitri 2.0’ for industrial development: Dr P Anbalagan

THE Maharashtra Government has recently launched the ‘Maitri 2.0’ portal to facilitate industry, investment, and trade. This initiative aims to provide faster, easier, and more transparent services to entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors. The State Government has introduced ‘Maitri’ as a catalyst for industrial development across Maharashtra, including Vidarbha, revealed Dr P Anbalagan, Secretary of the Industries Department, Government of Maharashtra. Dr Anbalagan was addressing representatives ..

Apna.co signs MoU with Advantage Vidarbha 2025

In a strategic move to enhance employment opportunities and support business growth in Vidarbha, Apna.co, India’s leading job and professional networking platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Advantage Vidarbha 2025, an initiative organised by the Association for Industrial Development (AID) at Nagpur University campus on Sunday...

Be a smart investor, diversify investments: Rahul Kelapure

INVESTMENT decisions should be made with safety, thorough verification, and careful consideration. A well-planned approach can yield good returns. It is also crucial to consider the liquidity of our funds. By diversifying investments across different sectors such as debentures, bonds, and mutual funds, people can become smart investors, said Rahul Kelapure, Assistant Managing Director of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). On the concluding day of the Advantage Vidarbha-2025 Khasdar ..

Advantage Vidarbha expo generates substantial inquiries for participants’ products and services

A week-long exhibition Advantage Vidarbha 2025 – Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav’ held here at RTMNU campus concluded on a high note on Sunday, providing a significant platform for a diverse range of participants, including established companies, non-governmental organisations, and various institutions. The event witnessed a surge in visitor turnout, boosting the morale of exhibitors, many of whom reported substantial inquiries for their products and services. The overwhelming response has left participants ..

Delegation of BMA, MIA and others meets Principal Secy, gives charter of demand

Highlighting their various demands, a delegation of office-bearers of Butibori Manufacturers Association (BMA) and MIDC Industries Association (MIA) on Sunday gave a charter of demand to Principal Secretary, Dr P Anbalagan here in the city. The delegation also gave some suggestions to the Principal Secretary who was here to take part in the concluding ceremony of the three-day Vidarbha Advantage 2025. “The MIDC land rates in Butibori MIDC are exorbitantly higher as compared to MIDC land rates in western ..

Ipca Laboratories to start pharma company at Hingni

   Business Reporter Ipca Laboratories, one of the leading pharmaceutical companies, is all set to start operations at its Hingni plant in Wardha district. Premchand Godha, Executive Chairman of the company, announced this here on Satu..

Last day of Silk India 2025 exhibition today

  Business Reporter FOR experiencing the amazing products of cotton, silk, handloom made by master craftsmen from all over India displayed in 70 stalls of different states of India, one should visit the Silk India 2025 exhibition at Chitnav..

Vidarbha’s real estate sector to witness explosive growth: Experts

  Business Reporter Vidarbha with its strategic location, improving connectivity and all-round infrastructure and industrial development taking place, will ignite unprecedented growth in the real estate sector. This was the view of the pane..

‘Coal Ministry prepared for summers; will meet entire 906 MT coal demand for power sector’

 THE Coal Ministry is ready to meet 906 million tonnes (MT) of anticipated coal demand for the power sector in 2025-26, a senior Government official said recently. Meetings are also underway at Inter-Ministerial and Secretary level for preparedn..

India remains net importer of steel in Apr-Jan; imports surge over 20 pc

  INDIA stayed net importer of steel with the inbound shipments rising over 20 per cent to 8.29 million tonnes during the April-January period of this fiscal, official data showed on Friday. The country had imported 6.89 million tonnes (MT)..

SVPCET Central Library celebrates ‘Vachan Sankalp Maharashtracha’

 Business Reporter The Central Library of St. Vincent Pallotti College of Engineering and Technology (SVPCET) celebrated ‘Vachan Sankalp Maharashtracha’ from January 1 to 15. Initiated by the Ministry of Higher and Technical Educati..

‘Take benefit of opportunities in defense sector’

  Business Reporter Elaborating on the emerging opportunities in the aerospace and defense sector, Air Marshal Vijay Kumar Garg, AVSM, VSM, and AOC-in-C, HQ Maintenance Command, Indian Air Force, on Saturday said that entrepreneurs should t..

India’s exports maytouch record USD800 bn this year: Goyal

  NEW DELHI INDIA’S  exports are growing significantly and would achieve a record USD 800 billion in 2024- 25 fiscal year, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Friday. “Exports have been growing andhave risensigni..

Banks to have ‘bank.In’ internet domainname, non-banks ‘fin.In’: Reserve Bank

  MUMBAI :  IN ORDER to check cyber security threats, theReserveBank on FridaydecidedthatIndianbanks will have exclusive internet domainname‘bank.In’andnonbank financial entities ‘fin.In’. Unveiling the last bi-month..

VIA hosts 2nd edition of ‘Power of Branding’

The Vidarbha Industries Association (VIA) successfully conducted the 2nd edition of ‘Power of Branding’ at Center Point Hotel, on Wednesday. The event was organized to highlight the impact of branding through real-life success stories of home-grown enterprises, including Go Gas, MPM Pvt. Ltd ., Vithoba Healthcare & Research Pvt. Ltd., and Kukreja Infrastructures ...

New Suzuki Access 125 launched at Jaimal Suzuki

The new Suzuki Access 125 was unveiled recently at Jaimal Suzuki by wild life photographer Varun Thakkar, who has won many international and national awards. Tanaya Varun Thakkar, High Court Pleader, Subhash Malhotra, Pankaj Malhotra, Deepak Malhotra, Gaurav Malhotra and Neeraj Malhotra and from Suzuki Motorcycles India Private Ltd. Rahul Arora, Regional Manager - Sales; Navkant Mandava, Regional Manager – Service; Mukesh Dubey, Area Manager, Sales; and Pawan Mohatkar, Area Manager - Service, Showroom ..

G H Raisoni Karandak: A festival of theatre, celebration of talent

The grand finale of the third edition of the G H Raisoni Karandak 2025 was held at Scientific Hall, Nagpur, from February 1 to 4. This competition has provided an inspiring platform for young theatre artists. During the inauguration, Sunil Raisoni, Chairman of the Raisoni Group, reaffirmed the Raisoni Foundation’s commitment to artistic excellence. Chief guest Subodh Bhave engaged in an insightful discussion with Dr Ashutosh Paturkar during the “Great Meet” session. The participating teams showcased ..

Defence Ministry signs over Rs 10,200 crPinaka rocket deal with Solar and MIL

The Defence Ministry on Thursday signed the Rs 10,200 crore contract for ammunition for the Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launcher weapon system with city-based Solar Industries, and public sector firm Munitions India Limited (MIL). The Cabinet Committee on Security has last week cleared the Indian Army proposal to buy the ammunition including the Area Denial Munitions, said Defence officials...

G Kumar Arogyadham offers range of services under one roof

Renowned national-level Ayurvedic and Panchakarma specialists - Dr G M Mamtani and Dr Anju Mamtani, established G Kumar Arogyadham about 35 years back on Jaripatka, Nara Road in the city. G Kumar Arogyadham offers a range of services under one roof, including Ayurvedic treatments, Panchakarma, Physiotherapy, yoga therapy, psychotherapy and a modern fitness center equipped with advanced machinery. With all these services available under one roof, the center not only serves Nagpur but also attracts ..

Gold demand in India sees 5 pc rise in 2024: WGC

GOLD demand in India witnessed a 5 per cent on-year rise at 802.8 tonnes in 2024 supported by reduction in import duty, and purchases related to weddings and festivals, and going ahead consumption of the yellow metal in 2025 is likely to be between 700-800 tonnes, according to the the World Gold Council. The World Gold Council (WGC) in a report on Wednesday said gold demand in the country in 2024 stood at 802.8 tonnes, as against 761 tonnes in 2023. The total gold demand value went up by 31 per cent ..

Palkii Exhibition to conclude today

PALKII Exhibition inaugurated by chief guest Kanchan Nitin Gadkari on February 5 at Press Club Civil Lines. The 1st edition of the expo was graced by Neha Agarwal, Swati Belkhade, Namita Sharma, Vidhi Jha, Nidhi Poddar, Ritu Katariya, Piyu Lahori, Jayashree Chhabrani and Shobhna Kukade with Palkii Team - Devanshu Pandey, Bappa Viswas and Ekta Khandar. The highly anticipated Palki Exhibitions, organised by Sutraa Exhibitions will conclude on February 6. This exclusive event will feature a handpicked ..

India’s services sector growth sees slowest pace of growth in over 2 years in January: PMI

India’s services sector activity expanded at the slowest pace in over two years in January amid softer increases in sales and output, a monthly survey said on Wednesday. The seasonally adjusted HSBC India Services PMI Business Activity Index fell from 59.3 in December to 56.5 in January -- its lowest level since November In the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) parlance, a print above 50 means expansion, while a score below 50 denotes contraction. “India’s services sector lost growth momentum in January, ..

Gadkari, Fadnavis to inaugurate Advantage Vidarbha 2025 on 7th

VIDARBHA’S mega industrial expo, business conclave and investment summit ‘Advantage Vidarbha 2025 - Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav’ will be inaugurated on February 7, 2025 at 10:30 am. The inauguration will be conducted by the Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways and Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra. The event is organised under the leadership of Union Minister and Chief Patron Nitin Gadkari, and hosted by the Association for Industrial Development (AID). The event ..

VIA conducts discussion on ‘Post Budget Analysis 2025’

VIDARBHA Industries Association (VIA) Taxation & Corporate Law Forum recently conducted a session on ‘Post Budget Analysis 2025 at VIA Auditorium, Udyog Bhawan, Civil Lines, Nagpur to dissect and analyse the tax proposals and their possible impact on various stakeholders. Expert speaker CA Naresh Jakhotia has deliberated about the impact of proposed amendment in the Finance Bill - 2025. The benefit of higher rebate up to Rs 60,000 which makes entire income up to Rs 12 lakh will result in significant ..

DPS Lava, Nagpur holds 8th Edition of Book Buzz

Reading has always held a special place in our hearts, acting as a bridge to worlds beyond our imagination. It is through books that we are able to connect with diverse thoughts, cultures, and ideas, allowing our perspectives to grow and evolve. With this understanding, Delhi Public School (DPS) Lava, Nagpur hosted the eighth edition of Book Buzz, an extraordinary event that celebrates the joys of reading and the magic of books.The event was inaugurated by the chief guest Dr Deepti Khubalkar, Deputy ..

General insurance workers stage protest against 100% FDI in insurance sector

The public sector general insurance (PSGI) employees gathered in front of Regional Office of National Insurance Company Limited, situated at Fidwi Tower, Mount Road, Sadar, to register their protest against the proposal of 100% FDI in insurance sector, on February 4. The aggrieved employees shouted slogans and demanded the Government to roll back the said proposal. Insurance workers from all over the country also conducted lunch hour demonstrations against the Government’s proposal to allow 100% Foreign ..

VIA’s session on ‘Power of Branding’ today

 Vidarbha Industries Association (VIA) is organising a second edition panel discussion on Power of Branding on February 5, from 7 pm at Millennium Hall, Hotel Centre Point, Ramdaspeth, Nagpur. Renowned industrialists from Nagpur will be the eminent ..

Sun Enviro Technologies gets Rasayan Udyog Shri award

WITH headquarters in Nagpur, Sun Enviro Technologies Pvt Ltd, a leader in wastewater treatment, effluent management, and cutting-edge green technologies, was honoured with the esteemed Rasayan Udyog Shri award during the ‘Century of Chemistry in India’ celebration organised by the Indian Chemical Society (ICS) at the Nehru Centre, Worli, Mumbai, recently. The company is committed to delivering environmentally sustainable solutions through innovation and excellence...

Dinshaw’s holds two events for its Dairy Procurement Team

With the start of the New Year, Dinshaw’s plan to kick start the year was innovative and thoughtful. The company’s belief that employee recognition is an essential business function and that it is our responsibility to celebrate each other and recognise every milestone. This was exhibited beautifully with two back to back events for the Dairy Procurement Team. January 10, 2025 was a day to be remembered as Dinshaw’s management launched its very own ‘Sanchayika’, a diary cum hand book on progressive ..

Motonext Suzuki unveils All New Suzuki Access 125

Motonext Suzuki at Kamptee Road unveiled The All New Suzuki Access 125 at the hands of Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Archit Chandak and National Badminton player Ritika Thaker in the presence of Sunil Bhatia, Tarun Bhatia and Niharika Bhatia, Directors of Motonext Suzuki. Also present on the occasion from Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd were Regional Sales Manager Rahul Arora, Regional Service Manager Navakanth Mandwa, Area Manager Mukesh Dubey, Pawan Mohatkar and customers of Suzuki...

Gadkari inaugurates Ajit’s new showroom, Food Junxion

Ajit, a brand synonymous with quality and taste for the past 70 years, opened its newly designed, ultra-modern showroom and Food Junxion, a multi-cuisine restaurant, at Ajni Square, Wardha Road recently. Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the facility in presence of Vikram Divadkar, Director of Ajit, Meera Divadkar, Avanti Deshmukh, Mahendra Pendharkar and others...

‘Mike Hankey’s Butibori visit to boost industrial growth in Vid’

During his visit to the Butibori industrial area on Sunday, Counsel General of US to Mumbai Mike Hankey has shown keen interest in the recent growth and development of the region. His visit is expected to pave the way for transformation of Butibori MIDC into a major manufacturing hub, with a focus on minerals, electronic hardware, IT and tourism. Mike Hankey visited the industrial area along with a high level delegation of senior Government officers who also interacted with office-bearers of the Butibori ..

STTP conducts short term programme ‘Generative AI’

The Department of Computer Engineering, Suryodaya College of Engineering & Technology (SCET), Nagpur, successfully, conducted a short term training programme on ‘Generative AI’ recently in association with Anishree Technology, Nagpur. The programme was aimed to equip participants with knowledge of cutting-edge AI technologies along with hands-on session. Key topics included AI applications in healthcare, content generation, and ethical considerations in AI...

Chief Secy, Counsel Gen of US visit Butibori MIDC

A high level delegation of senior Government officers on Sunday visited Butibori industrial area to explore and showcase the eco system of the Asia’s largest industrial area for potential investment opportunities to US Counsel. Chief Secretary, Government of Maharashtra Sujata Saunik; Counsel General of US to Mumbai Mike Hankey; Nagpur District Collector Dr Vipin Itankar; Superintendent of Police Nagpur Rural Harssh Poddar and Joint CEO MIDC Dr Vijay Rathod along with other officers visited the area. ..

MOIL posts record Jan production

MOIL has achieved its highest-ever January production and sales in FY 2025, demonstrating strong operational performance. The company’s January 2025 performance includes best-ever January manganese ore production of 1.6 lakh tonnes; best-ever January sales of 1.57 lakh tonnes, reflecting a 17 per cent increase over the corresponding period last year (CPLY); and exploratory core drilling of 11,099 meters, 10 per cent higher than CPLY. Expressing satisfaction over the company’s performance, Ajit Kumar ..

Aakar Institute’s students visit Plasto

An industrial visit of students of Aakar Institute of Management & Research Studies, Hingna, to R C Plasto Tanks & Pipes Pvt. Ltd., located in MIDC, Hingna gave an opportunity to the visitors to understand various aspects of factory. The students got information about plastics, its applications, various polymer materials and recycling of plastics. In addition, they also experienced various processes in the company. The students visited tool room, compression moldings unit, blow molding unit, injection ..

JJ Medspace revolutionises healthcare infrastructure

JJ Medspace, a pioneering healthcare infrastructure project, is set to transform the medical landscape with its cutting-edge, multifunctional facility. Designed to cater to the evolving needs of healthcare providers and patients, JJ Medspace offers a unique blend of functionality, aesthetics, and innovation. Located at Tiranga Square, Sakkardara, JJ Medspace boasts a sprawling facility with fully customizable floors to accommodate OPD requirements. The entrance is designed to be welcoming and pleasant, ..

Haldiram’s Thaat Baat announces winners of Thali Mahotsav Lucky Draw

The Thali Mahotsav 2024-2025, organised recently by Haldiram’s Thaat Baat, concluded with a special gift distribution ceremony held on Wednesday, where the lucky draw winners were honored and presented with their grand prizes. The event took place at Thaat Baat, Sitabuldi, Nagpur, in the presence of the esteemed leadership team. Throughout the mahotsav, diners enjoyed authentic and delicious thalis from different regions of India. The diners enjoyed authentic and delicious thalis from different regions ..

Govt should immediately implement labour welfare laws: Adv Dhumne

Expressing his views on the four labour wage codes in a workshop organised by the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), Vidarbha Prant, Maharashtra State President of the body Adv. Anil Dhumne said the Government should immidiatly impletment the labour welfare laws. Dhumne was the keynote speaker of the workshop. Nagpur District Chief Harshal Thombre presided over the function while National Vice President of BMS Nita Chobe, All India Executive Member Shilpa Deshpande, and State General Secretary Gajanan ..

ABN establishes new chapter

The Agrawal Business Network (ABN), a groundbreaking initiative uniting business leaders and professionals from the Agrawal community, celebrated its inception with a distinguished installation ceremony held at Hotel Dwarkamai recently. Under the leadership of Founder and First President Sandeep Khemka, ABN has been established to create synergistic partnerships and drive collective prosperity through structured networking, mentorship programs, and industry-specific focus groups. The installation ..

New Suzuki Access 125 launched at Nangia Suzuki

The new Suzuki Access 125 was unveiled recently at Nangia Suzuki by DCP Rahul Madne. On this occasion, Rahul Arora, Regional Manager, Suzuki Motorcycle, Mukesh Dubey, Area Manager, Akshit Nangia, Abhimanyu Nangia, and Neha Nangia from Nangia Suzuki were present. The new Access 125 features several upgrades over its predecessor. It is powered by a 125cc, single-cylinder engine that is OBD2-compliant, producing 8.3 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 10.2 Nm at 5,000 rpm. This engine is said to be more fuel-efficient ..

New Destini 125 launched at Aditya Hero and Kusumgar Hero

The new model of 125 cc Destini 125 was launched here on Thursday at two authorised dealers of the company - Aditya Hero and Kusumgar Hero with great excitment. Senior officers of the company, dealerships and others were present at both the places duing the launching. The new Destini 125 comes with 5 year warranty at a price of Rs 90,521*(ex-showroom). Engineered to upgrade urban mobility, the New Destini 125 combines cutting-edge technology with unmatched mileage and unwavering reliability. It ..

Nelson Hospital, NMC join hands for cochlear implant surgeries

Nelson Hospital has recently signed an MoU with the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) peadiatric cochlear implant surgeries. The children who are suffering from profound hearing loss will be operated by implanting a Cochlear Implant – an electronic device that helps people with severe to profound hearing loss so that they perceive sounds and start the speech. By the sanction of the NMC Commissioner Dr Abhijeet Chaudhari and the Additional Commissioner Aanchan Goyal this programme, which is funded ..

Eros Hyundai celebrates first delivery of new Electric Creta

Eros Hyundai, a leading name in the automotive industry, announced the first sale of the all-new Hyundai Creta Electric, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable mobility and customer satisfaction. Officially launched in India in the current month at an introductory price of Rs 17,99,000, the Creta Electric sets a new benchmark in the electric SUV segment with its advanced features and bold design. Marking this milestone, the first Hyundai Creta Electric Premium variant was delivered to Mahesh Bhauji ..

Prerna College celebrates Natl Youth Day with fanfare

To Mark the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekanand, the National Youth Day was celebrated in Dr S C Gulhane Prerna College of Commerce, Science and Arts recently. Dr Ravindra Singal, Commissioner of Police, was chief guest while Dr S C Gulhane, Secretary Prerna Seva Mandal, presided over the function. Dr Pravin Joshi, Director, made introductory remarks. On the occasion, Dr Ravindra Singal advised the students to dedicate themselves to achieving the goal that they have set for themselves without getting ..

VED and SIBM sign MoU

In a landmark move aimed at bolstering economic growth in the Vidarbha region, the Vidarbha Economic Council (VED) and Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Nagpur, have formally signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday. This collaboration is set to foster research-driven initiatives and create impactful solutions contributing to the socio-economic development of the region. Under the leadership of President Rina Sinha, VED addresses opportunities and challenges across ..