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05 Nov

CSIR-SERC licenses makeshift hospital’s technology to L&T

The News Horizon0 CommentsScience, TechCOVID-19, CSIR-SERC, Makeshift Hospitals, PoliTal-M

New Delhi (India Science Wire): Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)’s Chennai based constituent laboratory Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC) has signed an agreement for licensing of technology – Portable lightweight foldable module for makeshift hospitals and other needs (PoliTal-M), with Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), Mumbai. The agreement was signed in the presence of Dr. Shekhar C Mande, Director General, CSIR, Prof. Santosh Kapuria, Director, CSIR-SERC, and Shri M V Satish, Whole-time Director and Senior Executive Vice President, L&T. PoliTal-M is a lightweight foldable modular unit for fast deployment in the critical need of shelters, which can be transported…

05 Nov

Kotak Reduces Home Loan Interest Rates to 6.75%

The News Horizon0 CommentsFinance/Money

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd (Kotak) today announced that it has reduced its Home Loan interest rates by a further 15 basis points(bps) to 6.75%* p.a. with effect from 1st November 2020. Kotak home loan and balance transfer loans now start at 6.75%* p.a., which is one of the lowest rates in the home loan market. The new normal has changed the functioning of the entire ecosystem. Interest rates at a 15-year low, developers significantly reducing residential property prices and having a ready inventory of ready-to-move-in homes and lower stamp duty. All these factors when taken together make home-buying at this…

05 Nov

Creates a new shopping experience: The Infinique Mall is all set to define enhanced digital shopping experiences for the modern customer

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusiness, LifestyleThe Infinique Mall

New customers are the best source of new business – Frank Bettger Bengaluru, Karnataka [India]: Looking to shop for some bespoke, specially curated, unique products from the cool confines of your home/office that can be delivered right at your doorstep? Well, your search ends with the newly launched Infinique Mall. A unique concept owned and operated by BizEdge Disha Private Limited. Infinique mall is an online curated mall that retails rare, premium and speciality luxury goods which customers can shop for from anywhere in the world. Distinctive offering Infinique mall retails products that are unique&/or rare products & services which…

05 Nov

India to have its own ‘Footwear Sizing System’

The News Horizon0 CommentsNational, TechFootwear Sizing System

New Delhi (India Science Wire): India is the world’s second-largest producer of footwear after China. Despite this India is following the footwear sizing system of other countries. Footwear made on adapted sizing system prevalent in other countries is less likely to be an ideal fit for Indian feet as the foot characteristics are different in India as compared to the feet of people where the sizing system is adapted from. The Bureau of Indian Standards had notified its footwear sizing standards under IS 1638 – 1969, published in 1969. This required to be updated since the anatomy and functional requirements…

05 Nov

Durable prefabricated isolation centre cum hospital facility inaugurated

The News Horizon0 CommentsHealth & FitnessCOVID-19, isolation centre, prefabricated, SERC

New Delhi (India Science Wire): The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has paved way for the establishment, development and enhancement of many health facilities. In this array,the Council of Scientific and Industrial research (CSIR) constituent laboratory, namely CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (CSIR-SERC) worked on the concept of a make-shift hospital and made modifications to its post-disaster shelter design. Dr Harsh Vardhan, Minister of Science and Technology, Minister of Health and Family Welfare and Minister of Earth Sciences inaugurated the 'Prefabricated Isolation Centre for COVID19' and dedicated it to 04 Bn National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) campus Arakkonam, Tamil Nadu, in a…

04 Nov

Aarohi Singh is winning the hearts of thousands on her social media accounts

The News Horizon0 CommentsFashion & Beauty, LifestyleAarohi Singh, Instagram models

Mumbai, Maharashtra [India]: Charming and Beautiful is what defines her personality. She commands a huge fan following on social media. Brands seek her to promote their products and services. This makes her worth a follow, so check out one of the popular Instagram models and social media influencer - Aarohi Singh! At a young age of 28 years, Aarohi Singh has more than 400k followers on her Instagram account. Today, she is regarded as a top fashion model and a social influencer. She also promotes many fashion and clothing products on her Instagram account. Aarohi aspires to be an actor…

03 Nov

Fifty times more economic benefit from National Monsson Mission says NCEAR report

The News Horizon0 CommentsNationaleconomic benefit, farmers, fisherman, NCEAR report

New Delhi (India Science Wire): In exchange for one rupee spent by the National Monsoon Mission of the Ministry of Earth Sciences and high-performance computing programs, the country will receive an economic benefit of fifty rupees over the next five-year period, which is 50 times more than the investment made, says the National Council of Applied Economic Research 2020 (NCAER). This report was released by Dr Harsh Vardhan, Minister of Science and Technology, Health and Family Welfare and Earth Sciences at a function held at Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi. The NCAER report mentions economic benefits in the country as direct…

03 Nov

Leena AI raises $8M in series A funding to revolutionize employee experience

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusiness, TechLeena AI

Series A led by Greycroft and leading enterprise software executives, brings the total raised to $10 million New Delhi [India]: Leena AI, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered employee experience platform, today announced an $8 million Series A financing led by Greycroft to expand its go-to-market programs and accelerate product development. The round also included a personal investment from Adam Miller (Founder of Cornerstone OnDemand), Alan Patricof (Chairman of Greycroft) and Jim Moffatt (ex-Chairman/CEO of Delloite Consulting). In conjunction with the funding, Mark Terbeek, partner at Greycroft, will be joining Leena AI's board. The funding will allow Leena AI to continue its…

03 Nov

Tyre, auto, transport business’ help IPL 2020 Season ride to success

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusiness, SportsIPL 2020 Season

Delhi [India]: When Chinese lead sponsors of the IPL 2020 withdrew, Indian businesses jumped into the rescue. The situation was quickly salvaged and made successful due to some large traditional Indian tyre and mobility brands. Notably, some of them were first-timers. Dream 11 replaced a Chinese mobile brand amid geopolitical tensions got all the attention. And while Ceat, which sponsors the Strategic Timeout this season, has been a regular, Tata’s stepped in with its new four-wheeler as also legacy tyre brands BKT and Ralco. Others include Maruti Suzuki, Jeep and CarDekho. These leading players from the automobile and transport business…

03 Nov

With a mission in fitness and health, Chakra helps to provide Indians with a unique spinning experience

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusiness, Health & Fitnesscardio and strength building, fitness and health

Bengaluru, Karnataka [India]: One of the most popular cardio work-outs in North America, Latin America, Europe and other parts of Asia, rhythm-based spinning is nothing short of a complete workout for the body. It keeps you energised through the day and keeps the mind focussed. All you have to do is ride a bike! Chakra, inspired by the Hindi word for “wheel” and the seven energy centers in the human body, brings that holistic experience to Bengaluru, for the first time in India. It offers an exclusive setting that is dedicated to your physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Built on…