January 2025 – Page 28

Maruti Suzuki unveils its first electric SUV – e VITARA

Built on the ground-up HEARTECT-e platform, the e VITARA offers superior performance and excellent range, with uncompromised comfort and safety. Set to be introduced in the NEXA channel, the e VITARA embodies NEXA’s core values of innovation, sophistication and premium customer experiences, stated the company in a statement.

The e VITARA will be showcased through a phased rollout across NEXA dealerships nationwide. The e VITARA will be exported to more than 100 countries, including key markets like Japan and Europe.

Blinkit sets up temporary store at Maha Kumbh Mela to serve millions of pilgrims

The 100-square-foot store is strategically located to ensure fast delivery of essential items across key areas such as Arail Tent City, Dome City, ITDC Luxury Camp, and Devrakh.

Lowering GST from 18% to 5% in EdTech will boost industry growth: Report

In recent years, the rising demand for EdTech services has contributed significantly to the economy through taxes.

If the GST rate on EdTech services were reduced from 18% to 5%, the sector could experience an impressive 34% compound annual growth rate (CAGR)

India has 17,000+ EdTech companies, 7 unicorns , second only to the United States’ 13: Report

Emerging technologies like generative AI, gamification, and augmented/virtual reality provide new opportunities to revitalise the sector by delivering more personalised and adaptive learning experiences for students. (Image: Unsplash)

The Indian EdTech industry, the third most funded globally after the US and China, was valued at USD $7.5 billion in 2024. It is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 25.8%.

Apple launches dedicated store app for India to enhance shopping experience

The Apple Store app brings a wide array of features designed to streamline the shopping experience. It includes dedicated tabs to explore the latest Apple products, accessories, and services.

The app will complement Apple’s physical stores in Mumbai and New Delhi, with additional locations planned in other cities.

I&B Ministry initiates ‘Create in India Challenge’ for the upcoming Waves summit

Waves Summit to have 'Create in India' challenge to inspire innovation

As part of the upcoming Waves Summit, the Ministry is also launching the Create in India Challenge, Season 1, which will feature several ‘challenges’ aimed at fostering innovation and creativity.

‘Waves Summit shows India’s readiness to lead in media sector’s technological advancements’, says C Senthil Rajan, Joint Secy, I&B

Waves 2025 is being organized by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, to celebrate and amplify India’s creative and media economy.

M&E industry contributes nearly Rs 3 lakh crore to Indian economy; gaming witnessing 20 percent growth, says Sanjay Jaju, MIB

Under his leadership, there have been initiatives such as the launch of Prasar Bharati’s OTT platform, advocacy for digital radio, and the production of high-quality, globally relevant content.

“While there are immense opportunities, we are also mindful of the challenges. These include concerns around misinformation, algorithmic biases in AI-driven recommendations, copyright issues, and the need to protect vulnerable audiences from harmful content,” says Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

District collectors instructed to remove advertisement boards on highway roads

As mentioned by the Coimbatore Consumer Cause Secretary K.Kathirmathiyon, the directive was issued based on the consumer body raising the issue with the department. (Image Source: Mera hoardings)

The Coimbatore Consumer Cause Secretary K.Kathirmathiyon had stated that such advertisements had appeared on the roads, which violated the norms set by the Indian Road Congress.