The Business Bytes

Chennai, December 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): SWITCH Mobility Ltd, a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland and part of the Hinduja Group, has unveiled two groundbreaking electric buses designed to redefine urban transportation in India, Europe, and the GCC regions. The SWITCH EiV12, India’s first low-floor electric city bus with chassis-mounted batteries, was launched at a high-profile event in Chennai, presided over ...

Bhubaneswar, December 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited (IndiaFirst Life) has marked a significant milestone with the launch of 18 new Agency branches in less than three months. This ambitious move, part of the company’s strategic initiative #AgencyNirmaan, underscores its commitment to broadening its reach and delivering comprehensive life insurance solutions to communities across the nation. The ...

Bangalore, December 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Marking a significant milestone with over 450,000 units on the road, India’s beloved electric scooter, TVS iQube, has launched an exhilarating marketing initiative – the ‘TVS iQube Midnight Carnival.’ This 10-day campaign, running from 12:00 AM on 12th December to 11:59 PM on 22nd December, promises an unmatched celebratory experience for customers nationwide. The ...

Copenhagen/Mumbai, December 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has solidified its collaboration with Telenor Denmark (TnDK), the second-largest mobile operator in Denmark, by signing a five-year agreement to deliver advanced IT infrastructure services. Under this extended partnership, TCS will provide ITIS managed services, ensuring robust and seamless operations ...

Bhubaneswar, December 12, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant move towards bolstering India’s regional aviation sector, Star Air, the aviation arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat Group, has announced new flight services connecting Jharsuguda to Hyderabad, Raipur, and Lucknow. This expansion, commencing on January 1, 2025, aligns with the Government of India’s UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) scheme, which aims ...

Bhubaneswar, December 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, has taken a significant step toward empowering underprivileged youth by setting up the ‘VeDakshata’ Skills Training Centre at Bileimunda village in Sundargarh district. This initiative is poised to transform the socio-economic landscape of the region by offering placement-linked training programs tailored to meet industry demands. The state-of-the-art training ...

Bhubaneswar, December 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Tata Power Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) has rolled out its much-anticipated ‘Bill Pay and Win Scheme’ to reward customers for timely and digital bill payments. Aimed at promoting digital transactions and sustainable practices, the initiative also recognizes responsible customers with exciting prizes through a lucky draw. As part of the scheme, customers who ...

Jagatsinghpur, December 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a dramatic turn of events, palpable tension engulfed the gates of JSW at Nuagaon in Erasama tehsil of Jagatsinghpur district, as local residents staged a vociferous protest on Tuesday against the company’s large-scale felling of trees. The demonstration spotlighted the villagers’ concerns over environmental degradation, loss of livelihoods, and unfulfilled promises of compensation. ...

Jharsuguda, December 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to bolster sustainable livelihoods and environmental conservation. The launch of Vedamrit Honey, a premium, 100% natural honey produced by the skilled bee farmers of Laikera under the Laikera Honeyfed Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to community ...

Bhadrak, December 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Ferro Alloys Corporation Ltd. (FACOR), a distinguished name in the production of High Carbon Ferro Chrome, marked World Animal Rights Day with a vibrant and thought-provoking event at Kathpal SRME School in Dhenkanal on Tuesday. Embracing the theme “Animal Rights: Respect and Protect,” the initiative aimed to foster awareness among students about the ethical ...