Dalmia Bharat Hits 49.5 MTPA Production Capacity Target by FY25

Mumbai, 1st April 2025: Dalmia Bharat Limited (DBL), India’s leading cement company, has achieved its target of 49.5MTPA for FY25 with the commencement of commercial production of an additional 0.5 MTPA at its Rohtas Cement Works (RCW) plant in Bihar effective 30th March 2025. This strategic expansion with an investment of Rs. 96 crores at the existing integrated unit increases the plant’s total capacity to 1.6 MTPA. The commissioning of Line 2 reinforces DBL’s commitment to strengthening its market presence in the Eastern region and aligns with its long-term vision of scaling capacity to 110-130 MTPA by 2031.

Commenting on the expansion, Mr. Puneet Dalmia, Managing Director & CEO, Dalmia Bharat Limited, said: “Our growth in the East reflects our strong belief in the region’s development potential. With this expansion, we are enhancing our ability to support key infrastructure projects and contribute to economic progress in the region. This milestone reinforces our long-term vision for sustainable and strategic growth. I am pleased to announce that we have successfully reached our target of 49.5 million tonnes by FY’25, marking another key achievement in our expansion journey.”

Dalmia Bharat has a strong footprint in the East with manufacturing units in Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha. This expansion will enhance the company’s ability to cater to the increasing infrastructure demands in the East, across sectors such as roads, railways and airports. The initiative is also expected to generate employment opportunities and contribute to the region’s economic development. Dalmia Bharat remains dedicated to innovation, sustainability and delivering high-quality cement solutions to meet India’s growing infrastructure needs.

Aakash Launches Aakash Digital for Medical & JEE Test Prep

National, March 20, 2025 – Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), the national leader in test preparatory services, is Breaking Barriers in the Test Preparation sector by making high-quality coaching more accessible, affordable, flexible and result-oriented than ever. As part of the Aakash 2.0 strategic plan, AESL is scaling up its digital intervention by bringing out a new and unique digital offering.

All Aakash products have been merged in the digital space under one roof – Aakash Digital 2.0 – a transforming online learning, AI-powered, interactive platform that delivers high-quality, affordable, and results-driven coaching for NEET, JEE, and Olympiads. Leveraging AI-powered insights, interactive learning tools and expert mentorship to ensure students across India receive top-tier coaching from the comfort of their homes.

A beta version of Aakash Digital 2.0 was launched a year ago and has delivered impressive results. Students in remote corners of the country have taken advantage of Aakash Digital’s new offerings and performed well in the high stakes exams of NEET and JEE. An opportunity they would not have otherwise got the benefit of.

Some notable examples are Gandhi Varda Jaimin from the tribal district of Banaskantha in Gujarat secured AIR 350 in NEET 2024; Rashmi Prakash Palai from Sundergarh in Odisha got AIR 649 in NEET 2024; Ishant Patel and Siddha Nema from Satna in Madhya Pradesh secured AIR 1482 and 2558 respectively in JEE Advanced 2024; Harish Kumar Uma Senthilkumar from Karur in Tamil Nadu obtained AIR 4357 in JEE Advanced 2024 among many more such success stories from remote corners of the country.

Key features of Aakash Digital:

  • Learn from Home, Save Time & Effort – No more commuting to coaching centers. Study in a comfortable home environment, maximizing time for revision and practice.
  • Affordable, High-Quality Education – Access top-tier coaching at a fraction of traditional costs, ensuring financial constraints never hinder success.
  • Flexible Learning Anytime, Anywhere – Attend live or recorded classes at your convenience—ideal for students balancing school and test prep.
  • Focused & Distraction-Free Learning – Create a personalized, stress-free study space at home for better concentration and retention.
  • More Time for Practice & Mastery – With less travel time, students can allocate more hours to solving problems and mastering concepts.
  • AI-Driven Performance Insights – Advanced SWOT analysis highlights strengths, weaknesses and opportunities, helping students refine their preparation.
  • Real-Time Parent Engagement – Parents receive regular progress updates, fostering transparency and accountability.
  • Personalized Learning & Progress Tracking – Digital tools provide in-depth performance analysis, allowing students to track their growth.
  • Unmatched Interactive Learning – Two-way interactive classes ensure real-time doubt resolution with India’s top educators.
  • Expert-Led Nurturing Programs – Designed by leading academicians, these programs provide instant academic support and mentorship
  • Live Doubt Resolution – Students can access up to 10 hours of Live Doubt-Solving sessions daily with expert faculty.

Sharing his thoughts, Mr. Deepak Mehrotra, Managing Director & CEO, Aakash Educational Services Limited, said, “At AESL, we believe in empowering students with the right guidance, knowledge, and resources to achieve academic excellence. Aakash Digital is paving the way for a new era in test prep by making high-quality education accessible, engaging, and outcome-driven. Students across the country can now experience India’s most trusted coaching from anywhere in the world with best-in-class faculty, advanced learning tools, and personalized mentorship.”

Bank of Baroda Inaugurates Phygital Branch in New Delhi

Chandigarh, 14th March 2025: Bank of Baroda, one of India’s leading public sector banks, inaugurated another Phygital branch at Parliament Street in New Delhi. The phygital branch will redefine customer experience by seamlessly integrating self-service and assisted service models to meet the diverse requirements of customers. Bank of Baroda’s phygital branch features Self Service kiosks, a Video Contact Centre for non-financial services and Universal Service Desks for in-person customer service.

Shri Debadatta Chand, Managing Director & CEO, Bank of Baroda inaugurated the Phygital branch. Shri Rakesh Kumar Sharma, General Manager & Zonal Head – New Delhi Zone, other senior bank executives and staff members of the Zone & Region along with valued customers were present during the inauguration.

On the occasion, Shri Debadatta Chand, Managing Director & CEO, Bank of Baroda said, “We are pleased to add one more phygital branch in New Delhi and fifth across the country, taking the milestone forward in redefining the banking experience for our customers. Phygital branch model seamlessly blends the best of physical and digital banking, ensuring a smart banking experience that caters to diverse needs – serving customers who wish to complete their day-to-day banking transactions independently as well as customers who prefer the human touch. This initiative has started showing better customer experience.”

The key features of Bank of Baroda’s Phygital branches are:

  •  Self-Service Kiosks: Self-service kiosks with interactive touch screens/tablets and other digital interfaces through which customers can avail a host of services such as PAN updation, receiving Account Statement through email, obtaining TDS certificate, nominee updation etc.
  •  Video Contact Centre: Customers can directly connect with the Bank’s contact centre through a video call for assistance on all non-personalised and non-financial services such as Home Loan enquiry, Savings Account, Term Deposit, Car Loan etc.
  •  Universal Service Desks: The Phygital branch also has an exclusive Service Area with Universal Service Desks that act as a one-stop solution for all banking needs for customers that require in-person service.