India’s refined copper demand to grow by 11% in FY24 on govt’s infra development plans, transition to renewable energy

The domestic refined copper demand growth will remain healthy at ~11 per cent in FY2024 and FY2025, outpacing the rate of global growth in copper demand, given the Government’s thrust on infrastructure development and a gradual transition to renewable energy, according to a report by ICRA. Per the report, the price of copper is expected […]

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Riding the K-wave

When Nestlé India stepped into the Korean noodles space recently — with the two flavours of BBQ Chicken and Veg priced at Rs 60 and Rs 55 respectively for 90-gm packs — it put a seal to what we have known since the Covid pandemic locked us indoors. That “Korean” is no longer a “fad” […]

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University of Galway unveils ‘Global Achievement Scholarships’; aims to foster academic excellence

The University of Galway is introducing the ‘Global Achievement Scholarships 2024-2025,’ specifically tailored for undergraduate students enrolled in the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies, as well as the College of Business, Public Policy and Law. These scholarships are designed to attract and support exceptionally talented individuals from across the globe, offering them […]

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FMGE registration window open till tomorrow, follow these steps to complete your registration

The Foreign Medical Graduate exam will be closing the registration window tomorrow December 13 by the National Board of Examination. Interested candidates can still register online through the official website to complete the registration and application process, natboard.edu.in. As per the official schedule, the FMGE will be conducted on January 20, 2024, and the admit […]

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Expanding successful corridor-based road safety practices can save 40,000 lives every year in India

In 2021, India lost over 1,53,000 lives to more than 4,13,000 road crashes (MoRTH 2022). During the same period, over 385,000 persons were injured. On average, India witnessed 1,130 road crashes and 422 deaths every day, translating to 47 crashes and 18 deaths every hour. Scaling up successful corridor-based road safety practices can save as […]

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Stellantis India appoints Aditya Jairaj as India CEO and MD, announces changes in leadership team

Stellantis India announced the appointment of Aditya Jairaj as CEO and managing director with effect from January 1, 2024. Aditya, currently deputy managing director, Stellantis India and head – Jeep India, will succeed Roland Bouchara, who will be assigned to another function in Europe after six and a half years of leading Stellantis in India. […]

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