Delhi EV Whatsapp Chatbot was launched in July 2022 by the Delhi government. It is a part of the “Switch Delhi” campaign. This chatbot aims to promote EV adoption across Delhi by offering easily accessible information and tools through WhatsApp. This is being seen as a progressive step towards sustainable transportation. What is the Delhi …
Zippee has launched a new 60-minute delivery service called Blaze for online marketplaces. The company was founded in 2021 and is expected to challenge other quick commerce companies like Eternal (Zomato), Zepto, and Swiggy, among others. Zippee’sFirst Partners On Board In its announcement, Zippee said that Haldiram, is one of the first brands to use Blaze. Other popular brands include Mondelez India, …
The Union Finance Ministry has indicated that the proposed policy for a 5-day banking week will not be implemented in FY26 (2025-26), citing concerns over potential disruptions to banking operations. News reports suggest that while discussions with the Indian Banking Association (IBA) continue, the initiative is unlikely to be implemented this year. Challenges with the …
World Health Day, observed every year on April 7, marks the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. The 2025 theme, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” highlights the importance of strengthening early-life healthcare systems for mothers and newborns. With preventable deaths among women and children still alarmingly high in low-income countries, …
On March 17, 2025, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) raided a residential apartment in Paldi, Ahmedabad. With inputs from the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), it uncovered 19.66 kg jewellery, 88 kg gold, and other smuggled artifacts. What Did the Government Find? During the operation, the officials also discovered a Patek Philippe watch studded with …
An individual must be aged between 18-50 years to apply for a loan under the CM-YUVA Yojana. Rising enthusiasm among people for starting a business venture has added to the hype around the scheme. Additional Eligibility Criteria Under CM-YUVA Yojana Individuals must have passed 10+2, Polytechnic Diploma, Intermediate, ITI, or equivalent. He must be Bihar’s …
Religare Enterprises has announced that its Executive Chairperson, Rashmi Saluja, is no longer a director on the company’s board. The decision follows a shareholder vote at the company’s 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on February 7, 2025, where 97% of the votes cast were against her reappointment. According to a regulatory filing, Saluja ceased …
Prudential Plc is working with Citigroup Inc. on a potential initial public offering (IPO) of its Indian unit, ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company according to news sources. The proposed listing could raise approximately ₹8,000 crore, though discussions are still in early stages, and details may evolve. Additional banks are expected to join the process as …
