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14 Jul

Flipkart reports strong growth in food and nutrition business

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Flipkart on Thursday announced a 50 per cent year-on-year growth in its food and nutrition category, driven by rising demand from Gen Z consumers and shoppers in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. The company said these markets now contribute 65 per cent of overall category demand, while Flipkart Minutes accounts for 25 per cent, underscoring the growing role of quick commerce in India’s evolving food retail sector. The announcement was made during Flipkart Food Fest 3.0, which brought together more than 50 leading food and beverage brands, over 1,000 creators and influencers, celebrity chefs, entertainers and featured over 10…

14 Jul

Insurance literacy drive gains momentum as industry targets protection gap

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India's life insurance industry has intensified efforts to strengthen financial resilience with the launch of a Consumer Awareness Comic Book Series by Shri Ajay Seth, Chairman of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), as part of the broader vision of “Insurance for All.” Unveiled on National Insurance Awareness Day, the initiative seeks to simplify life insurance concepts and improve financial literacy, addressing one of the key structural challenges limiting insurance penetration in the country. Developed around relatable stories featuring a young life insurance advisor named Supriya, the comic series explains concepts such as the Married Women’s Property…

13 Jul

15-Day Jacquard Training Completed In Simoluguri And Merbangchuba Villages Of Udalguri

PreetiAssam

Project was successfully completed from June 17 to July 3 2026 at Simoluguri and Merbangchuba villagesof Udalguri District of Assam.A total of 62 weavers, including 31 participants each from Simoluguri and Merbangchuba villages,participated in the training programme. The initiative provided artisans with hands-on experience inJacquard machine operation, design development, pattern creation, and product diversification whileensuring that the cultural identity of traditional weaving practices was preserved.The 15-day programme aimed to enhance the technical skills of local artisans through advanced Jacquardweaving techniques, encourage innovation in traditional handloom products, and strengthen sustainablelivelihood opportunities for weaving communities.The training combined with classroom sessions with extensive…

13 Jul

Ministry of Tourism, Arunachal Tourism Department Launch Roadmap for 14th International Tourism Mart

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

Preparations have officially begun for hosting the 14th Edition of the International Tourism Mart (ITM) 2026 in Tawang, a prestigious event to be jointly organised by the Ministry of Tourism and Arunachal Pradesh tourism department during the last week of October 2026.A preliminary coordination meeting was held on Saturday at the Circuit House to chart the roadmap for the successful organisation of this flagship tourism event.The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner of Tawang, Rinchin Leta, Deputy Director Generals of the Ministry of Tourism, R.K. Suman and Bharati K. Sharma, Assistant Director Amit Raj, Deputy Director of the Department…

13 Jul

Tawang Monastery Hosts Lhamo Torchen Festival, Prayers Offered for Global Peace and Harmony

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

The sacred three-day Lhamo Torchen ritual concluded at Tawang on Monday evening with the traditional burning of the Torgya ritual dough effigy at Chhamleng, led by the Abbot of Tawang Monastery, Venerable Phara Damey Tulku Rinpoche, along with senior monks of Tawang Gaden Namgyal Lhatse Monastery.The ritual was performed amidst the resonant chanting of sacred Buddhist mantras and prayers.The annual observance of the revered Lhamo Torchen ritual drew thousands of devotees, pilgrims, and visitors to the monastery for three days of prayer, spiritual reflection, and blessings.Observed in accordance with the centuries-old spiritual traditions of Tawang Monastery, Lhamo Torchen is one…

13 Jul

Longding Witnesses Surrender of NSCN-K Cadre After Nearly Two Decades with Militant Outfit

ParomitaArunachal Pradesh

A cadre belonging to the Angmai faction of proscribed militant outfit National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Khaplang (NSCN-K) has surrendered before security forces in Arunachal Pradesh.The 37-year-old self-styled captain of the militant group surrendered before police, Assam Rifles and Intelligence Unit atthe office of the Superintendent of Police, Longding.According to official sources, the militant has been identified as Pongngoi Wangnowham of Kamkah village under Kanubari police station in Longding district of Arunachal Pradesh.Sources said he joined the outfit in August 15, 2005."Arunachal Pradesh Police welcomed him into the mainstream, and after the formal surrender ceremony, he was handed over to his…

13 Jul

VIDA launches long-range VX2 Plus electric scooter, enters Asia Book of Records

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Hero MotoCorp's electric mobility brand VIDA has expanded its electric scooter portfolio with the launch of the new VIDA EVOOTER VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh, a long-range variant that has also secured a place in the Asia Book of Records for completing the 'Longest Journey by an Electric Scooter'. Priced at ₹1,43,990 (ex-showroom, New Delhi, after applicable subsidies and offers), the new model offers an IDC-certified range of 187 km, taking VIDA's VX2 lineup to four variants designed for different customer needs. Powered by dual 2.2 kWh removable batteries with a combined capacity of 4.4 kWh, the scooter supports 0-80% charging…

13 Jul

Chocolate demand surges as premium and healthier choices reshape India’s sweet tooth

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India's chocolate consumption is evolving rapidly, with consumers increasingly embracing premium, healthier and internet-driven trends alongside traditional favourites, according to Instamart's latest order analysis released ahead of World Chocolate Day on July 7.The report, based on orders placed between July 2025 and June 2026 across more than 130 cities, found that orders for the viral Dubai pistachio-filled chocolate surged by 11,739%, making it the fastest-growing chocolate trend in the country. Classic milk chocolate remains the top choice, accounting for four in every 10 chocolate orders, while chocolate-coated wafer bars continue to enjoy strong popularity. Fruit and nut, caramel and hazelnut…

13 Jul

Nuvoco expands western footprint with inauguration of Surat cement plant

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Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. has inaugurated its Limla Cement Plant in Surat, marking the company's entry into Gujarat and strengthening its presence in Western India. The facility, comprising a 2 million tonnes per annum (MMTPA) grinding unit under its subsidiary Vadraj Cement Limited (VCL), forms part of VCL's total installed capacity of 6 MMTPA and represents a key milestone in Nuvoco's expansion strategy.The company acquired Vadraj Cement Limited in June 2025 through the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) for ₹1,800 crore. VCL's assets include a clinker unit and captive limestone reserves at Kutch, a grinding unit at Limla, and a…

13 Jul

Football fever powers Coca-Cola’s new World Cup campaign with ‘The Lost Voices’

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Coca-Cola has intensified its FIFA World Cup marketing strategy with the launch of “The Lost Voices”, a nationwide campaign aimed at capitalising on India's deep-rooted football fandom during the global tournament. Introduced under the brand’s global “Feel It All” platform, the campaign features the real, hoarse voices of passionate football supporters across India on Coca-Cola’s social media channels, reflecting the company's focus on authentic consumer engagement to drive brand recall during one of the world's biggest sporting events. The campaign is built around the insight that although India has not participated in the FIFA World Cup since 1955, millions of…