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04 Aug

India Drafts Policy to Extend Tax Relief Until 2041 for Electronics Contract Manufacturing, Cementing Big Win for Apple

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The Indian government has proposed extending tax exemptions until March 31, 2041, for multinational corporations that supply machinery and components to local contract manufacturers, delivering long-term policy certainty to global technology giants like Apple Inc. According to draft amendments to tax legislation, the revised measure expands upon an earlier exemption introduced with a 2031 deadline, providing a ten-year extension aimed at bolstering domestic electronics production. Under Indian income tax rules, foreign firms previously faced potential tax exposure on global revenue if equipment supplied to local assembly partners was classified as an Indian "business connection". The proposed relief addresses these concerns…

04 Aug

Tata Salt reinforces quality leadership with highest purity among 100 salts tested

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Tata Salt, the flagship salt brand of Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL), has strengthened its position in India's iodized salt market after emerging with the highest purity among 100 salt samples tested in a laboratory assessment, while continuing to meet mandated iodine standards. The company said the findings reaffirm its commitment to delivering consistent quality and nutrition to consumers across the country. The company stated that Tata Salt continues to subject its products to rigorous testing against stringent internal quality benchmarks as well as regulatory standards to ensure high levels of purity and the consistent presence of adequate iodine in…

04 Aug

Hyatt rolls out dining rewards campaign across India and Southwest Asia

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Hyatt India & Southwest Asia has launched its new food and beverage campaign, "Made With Love. Served With Rewards.", offering World of Hyatt members double reward points on eligible dining spend at participating Hyatt restaurants and bars across India and Southwest Asia from August 1 to September 30, 2026. The campaign comes amid growing demand for regular restaurant dining. Citing a 2025 Rakuten Insight survey, Hyatt said 54% of respondents across the region dine out several times a week or more, reflecting a shift towards making restaurant visits part of everyday life rather than limiting them to special occasions. Under…

03 Aug

Crude Oil Prices Tumble as U.S. Suspends Planned Strikes on Iran to Pursue Diplomatic Talks

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Global crude oil prices experienced a sharp decline during early trading sessions after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a temporary suspension of planned military strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure in favor of renewed diplomatic negotiations. According to market reports from Channels TV, international benchmark Brent crude tumbled nearly 5% to drop toward $83 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell below key psychological levels to trade near $80 per barrel. The sudden retreat in energy costs reflected an immediate unwinding of the geopolitical risk premium that had previously driven fuel prices higher amid fears of supply disruptions in the…

03 Aug

Tata Motors posts 37% jump in July commercial vehicle sales

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Tata Motors Ltd. reported a 37 per cent year-on-year increase in its total commercial vehicle sales for July 2026, driven by strong domestic demand and a sharp surge in international business. The company sold 39,641 commercial vehicle units across domestic and overseas markets during the month, compared with 28,956 units in July 2025. In the domestic market, Tata Motors recorded sales of 33,876 units, up 28 per cent from 26,432 units a year earlier. International business emerged as the strongest growth driver, with sales soaring 128 per cent to 5,765 units from 2,524 units in the corresponding month last year.…

01 Aug

Bajaj Finserv Board Approves Reinsurance Venture, Awaits Regulatory Nod

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Bajaj Finserv has announced its entry into India’s reinsurance sector, with its board approving the move subject to approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). The development makes Bajaj Finserv the third private-sector player in nearly a year to announce plans to enter the domestic reinsurance market, which has traditionally been dominated by state-owned General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re). The move comes amid growing interest in India’s reinsurance industry, driven by rising insurance demand, regulatory reforms, economic expansion and efforts to strengthen domestic risk management capacity. In March 2025, Valueattics Re became the first…

01 Aug

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Sales Surge 58% to 62,611 Units in July as EV Dispatches Cross Historic 15,000 Milestone

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Tata Motors reported a robust 58.7 percent year-on-year expansion in total passenger vehicle sales for July 2026, dispatching 63,760 units (domestic and exports combined) compared to 40,175 units in July 2025. Domestic passenger vehicle sales rose 58.4 percent to reach 62,611 units, supported by strong demand across the automaker's internal combustion engine and SUV portfolios. A major operational highlight for the month was the performance of the electric vehicle (EV) division, which crossed 15,000 monthly wholesales for the first time in company history. Tata Motors dispatched 15,217 electric vehicles in July, marking a 113.6 percent year-on-year surge from 7,124 units…

01 Aug

Bar Maestro stirs Kolkata’s cocktail scene as national bartending contest enters second round

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ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the luxury and super-premium spirits arm of Allied Blenders & Distillers Limited (ABD), has advanced its nationwide bartending platform, Bar Maestro, to Round 2 after receiving more than 350 entries from seven cities, highlighting the growing momentum of India's premium cocktail culture. Organised in partnership with the Tulleeho Beverage Academy, the competition has shortlisted 160 bartenders whose original highball cocktails, crafted using WOODBURNS Contemporary Indian Whisky, will now compete for a place in the national finals. The campaign has also generated strong consumer engagement, recording over 7.6 million views on Instagram. Kolkata emerged as a standout…

01 Aug

Text message scams under spotlight as NPCI urges users to strengthen digital payment safety

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The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched a public awareness initiative urging citizens to stay vigilant against text message scams, warning that fraudsters are increasingly exploiting trust, fear and urgency to target users of digital payment platforms. As India advances towards a digital-first economy, NPCI said awareness remains one of the strongest safeguards against financial fraud. According to NPCI, fraudulent SMS messages are designed to trick users into compromising their money, personal information or digital accounts by impersonating banks, government agencies, telecom operators, delivery companies or other trusted organisations. Scammers commonly attempt to persuade users to click fake…

31 Jul

Stayfree® drives menstrual hygiene innovation with upgraded Secure XL and ‘Pad Change Alert’

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Innovation in India's feminine hygiene sector received a boost with Stayfree® unveiling the upgraded Stayfree® Secure XL, introducing the pioneering 'Pad Change Alert' feature that aims to redefine the consumer experience through technology-led product development. The latest offering leverages the brand's patented Double Leak Lock Technology, delivering Double Protection for up to 12 hours while helping users identify the right time to change their pad. The upgraded Stayfree® Secure XL incorporates two protective barriers, with the inner barrier locking in menstrual flow and the outer barrier gradually turning red to function as a visual 'Pad Change Alert'. According to STAYFREE,…