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Advertising Icon Piyush Pandey, Creator of India’s Most Iconic Campaigns, Passes Away at 70

Advertising Icon Piyush Pandey, Creator of India’s Most Iconic Campaigns, Passes Away at 70

National Times Bureau :- Renowned advertising legend Piyush Pandey, the creative mind behind some of India’s most iconic ad campaigns, passed away on Friday at the age of 70. Widely hailed as a pioneer in the Indian advertising world, Pandey’s work has left an indelible mark on the nation’s cultural and creative landscape. Over his illustrious career, Pandey crafted memorable campaigns that became part of everyday Indian life, from Fevicol’s witty ads and Vodafone’s endearing pug commercial to Cadbury’s “Kuch Khaas Hai” and Asian Paints’ “Har Khushi Mein Rang Laye.” His storytelling and deep understanding of emotion and humour made…
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India Invites Canadian PM Mark Carney to AI Action Summit in Bid to Rebuild Diplomatic Ties

India Invites Canadian PM Mark Carney to AI Action Summit in Bid to Rebuild Diplomatic Ties

New Delhi: (Rajeev Sharma): In a move seen as an effort to restore balance in bilateral relations, India has extended an invitation to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to attend the upcoming Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in New Delhi this February. The event is expected to become a diplomatic platform for both sides to restart meaningful dialogue and strengthen trade cooperation after years of strained ties. According to a report published by The Globe and Mail, the invitation signals a positive turn in India–Canada relations, which deteriorated sharply in 2023 after a diplomatic fallout over the killing of Sikh activist…
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A Step Towards Equality: Mann Govt. Spends ₹85 Lakh to Ensure Free Mobility for the Visually Impaired and Disabled

A Step Towards Equality: Mann Govt. Spends ₹85 Lakh to Ensure Free Mobility for the Visually Impaired and Disabled

Chandigarh: The journey of life is not easy for everyone. Among us are some brave companions who, despite challenges like disability or blindness, move forward with courage every day. For them, reaching even a bus seat is often no less than a major struggle—not just physically, but economically too. In such a scenario, the Mann government of Punjab has taken a decision that is not just a part of governance but the highest example of humanity. This decision opens all those doors that often remained closed for these special citizens of ours. The government has released a large sum of…
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4.20 Crore Patients Treated, 73,000 get free service daily — The success story of Mann government’s 881 Aam Aadmi Clinics

4.20 Crore Patients Treated, 73,000 get free service daily — The success story of Mann government’s 881 Aam Aadmi Clinics

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The “Aam Aadmi Clinic” scheme started under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in Punjab has today become a symbol of a new revolution in the field of health services in the state. This historic initiative has not only strengthened Punjab’s health system but has also brought real change in the lives of common people. Earlier, where rural and poor people had to run around big cities and government hospitals even for treatment of minor diseases, now those same people are getting free and quality treatment by visiting Aam Aadmi Clinics built in their neighborhoods or…
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Kurnool Bus Inferno Claims 20 Lives, Rescue Teams Continue Search for Victims

Kurnool Bus Inferno Claims 20 Lives, Rescue Teams Continue Search for Victims

Kurnool (Rajeev Sharma): The number of casualties in the Kurnool bus fire has increased to 20, as authorities recovered more bodies from the charred remains of the vehicle late Friday. The tragic incident occurred when a Hyderabad–Bengaluru Volvo bus collided with a two-wheeler and burst into flames on National Highway 44, near Ullindakonda village in the early hours of the morning. According to officials, the luxury coach carrying around 40 passengers caught fire shortly after 3:30 a.m., giving little time for those inside to react. Many of the victims were believed to be asleep when the blaze spread, trapping them…
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DRA Homes Launches iHEART: Chennai's First Branded Sea-View Residences on OMR Featuring Premium Materials and Luxury Brand Finishes

DRA Homes Launches iHEART: Chennai's First Branded Sea-View Residences on OMR Featuring Premium Materials and Luxury Brand Finishes

Renowned for trust and design excellence, DRA Homes, the fast-emerging Indian real estate pride brand from Chennai, today announced the launch of DRA iHEART - Chennai’s first branded sea-view residences in Navalur on OMR. Spanning 3.42 acres with 271 thoughtfully designed homes along the main road, iHEART sets a new standard in living. The project integrates over 650 carefully selected premium-standard products – from foundation materials such as cement, steel and structural fittings to luxury brand finishes and amenities such as chrome fittings, designer tiles, high-end windows, stylish doors and an infinity-edge swimming pool. Together, DRA iHEART delivers an authentic luxury…
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What First-Time EV Owners Should Know, With Insight From VinFast

What First-Time EV Owners Should Know, With Insight From VinFast

As India sees great numbers of households switching to electric cars, VinFast is stepping in to help first-time EV owners adapt to new routines in driving, charging, and maintenance.   VinFast equips its VF 6 and VF 7 with LFP battery cells, known for thermal stability, and a battery management system that balances charging and discharging for longevity The numbers tell a story of momentum India registered 115,800 electric four-wheelers in fiscal year 2024-25, about 15 percent more than the year before. That number signals perhaps the largest wave of households shifting from petrol to electric cars so far. The…
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L&T Finance Ltd. Wins 'Best Digital Experience in Finance' Award at the Global Fintech Fest 2025

L&T Finance Ltd. Wins 'Best Digital Experience in Finance' Award at the Global Fintech Fest 2025

L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Limited, one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, is delighted to announce that it has been conferred with the ‘Best Digital Experience in Finance’ Award at the fourth edition of the Global Fintech Awards held at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025. GFF is the world's largest fintech festival, jointly organised by the Payments Council of India (PCI), the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), and the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC).   Team LTF received the award at the Global Fintech Fest 2025   LTF has…
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CM Bhagwant Mann Launches Flying Squad to Keep Check on Punjab’s Road Construction Quality

CM Bhagwant Mann Launches Flying Squad to Keep Check on Punjab’s Road Construction Quality

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a bid to ensure that every road built in Punjab meets the highest standards, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has introduced a special CM Flying Squad to monitor the quality of road construction and repair work throughout the state. The new inspection team, comprising senior officials from the Punjab Mandi Board and the Public Works Department (PWD), will conduct surprise visits to check the progress and quality of work under the ongoing link road development program. The government’s objective is to guarantee transparency, curb irregularities, and ensure durable infrastructure. Senior Engineers to Lead Regional Monitoring The squad…
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Delhi Set to Witness First Artificial Rainfall on October 29 to Tackle Pollution

Delhi Set to Witness First Artificial Rainfall on October 29 to Tackle Pollution

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In a landmark environmental experiment, Delhi is expected to experience its first-ever bout of artificial rain on October 29, an initiative aimed at combating the city’s worsening air pollution in the aftermath of Diwali. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the development, stating that preparations are in full swing following a successful trial run over Burari, where scientists dispersed silver iodide and sodium chloride into existing clouds to test the technology. The ambitious project is the result of a collaboration between the Delhi government, IIT Kanpur, the India Meteorological Department (IMD), and the Indian Institute of Tropical…
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