The Business Bytes

Bhubaneswar, October 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Under Armour, the global sportswear giant, has made its much-anticipated debut in Odisha with the opening of its first exclusive store at Bhubaneswar’s Nexus Esplanade Mall on Thursday. The store was inaugurated by none other than Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra, who received a warm welcome from sports enthusiasts, fitness buffs, and his ...

Mumbai, October 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Ageas Federal Life Insurance Company Limited proudly announces the appointment of Jude Gomes as the new Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO). This appointment has received the necessary approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). Jude Gomes, a seasoned industry leader, brings over three decades of extensive ...

Jharsuguda, October 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, in collaboration with the District Health Department of Jharsuguda, organized a health awareness program in the villages of Sunarimunda and Brundamal. The initiative, which reached over 200 local residents, underscores Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of the communities around its operations. The event featured ...

Mumbai, October 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Ratan Naval Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons and one of India’s most revered business leaders, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 86 at Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai, following age-related health complications. His death marks the end of an era in Indian industry and leaves a profound void in the corporate, ...

Bhubaneswar, October 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Leading steelmaker Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable corporate social responsibility by winning the Business Excellence in Sustainability Award in the manufacturing category at the 2nd Annual Symposium and Excellence Awards 2024, organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce in New Delhi on Wednesday. This prestigious award recognizes JSP’s ...

Ranchi, October 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): NTPC Limited, India’s largest power utility, has earned a spot among the “World’s Best Employers 2024” in the prestigious Forbes list, released on October 8, 2024. This recognition places NTPC among the top 500 companies globally and marks it as the only Indian Maharatna CPSE to be included. The Forbes World’s Best Employers list, ...

Bhubaneswar, October 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Britannia Bel Foods, a leading player in India’s cheese industry, has announced the opening of its state-of-the-art cheese manufacturing facility in Maharashtra, marking a new milestone in its joint venture with the global dairy leader, Bel Group. The factory will locally produce Britannia The Laughing Cow products, catering to the Indian market while empowering ...

Bhubaneswar, October 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant step to reinforce its commitment to consumer protection and distributor support, Amway India, a prominent leader in health and wellness, has launched a robust awareness campaign against unauthorized sales of its products. The initiative is aimed at educating consumers and stakeholders about the risks of purchasing products from unauthorized channels, while ...

As we celebrate World Mental Health Day 2024 on October 10, our focus turns to a critical aspect of modern work life: mental health in the workplace. The theme, “It is Time to Prioritise Mental Health in the Workplace,” serves as a powerful reminder of the urgent need to address this often-overlooked element of employee well-being, particularly in the Indian ...

New Delhi, October 9, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has once again opted to maintain the repo rate at 6.5 per cent, signaling a steady approach amid global economic uncertainties. The decision came during the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on Wednesday, where the central bank also retained its FY25 real GDP growth forecast at 7.2%. ...