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30 Jul

Royal Stag BoomBox drops ‘Sajna Mera’: Neeti Mohan, Panther & Ravator redefine modern love in melody-hip hop fusion

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Royal Stag BoomBox, in collaboration with Universal Music Group, has unveiled its second track of the season — Sajna Mera — a bold and emotional fusion of melody and hip-hop featuring Neeti Mohan, Panther, and Ravator. Released across all major streaming platforms, the song is part of the Royal Stag BoomBox Originals initiative, known for bringing together distinct musical styles to create the “Original Sound of Generation Large.” Described as a vibrant take on modern love, Sajna Mera explores the emotional complexity of relationships through a unique collaboration. “It’s pure emotion wrapped in attitude,” said singer Neeti Mohan. Panther added…

29 Jul

Digital payments in India gain by 10.7%

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Mumbai, Digital payments across the country recorded a year-on-year growth of 10.7 percent till March 2025, according to the RBI's index that measures the adoption of online transactions. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been publishing a composite Reserve Bank of India-Digital Payments Index (RBI-DPI) from January 1, 2021, with March 2018 as the base year to reflect the extent of digitalisation of payments across the country. The index for March 2025 is 493.22, while it was 465.33 for September 2024 and 445.5 for March 2024, RBI said in a statement. According to the half-yearly data, "the increase in…

29 Jul

Northeast real estate on the rise; Byatikram Conclave 2.0 showcases urban growth surge

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The Byatikram Real Estate Conclave 2.0, hosted on 25th July 2025 at Hotel Vivanta, Guwahati, brought together key stakeholders to spotlight the dynamic growth of Northeast India’s real estate sector. Organized by Byatikram Group in association with The Times of India, and powered by SRMB and NEDFi, the event was supported by SBI, Ambuja Neotia, Sree Balaji Panthaniwas, and IDFC First Bank. The conclave was actively promoted by media partners Mirchi 95, Prag News, Eastern Chronicle, Shiv Media, and Byatikram Digital. The event began with a ceremonial lamp lighting graced by dignitaries including Prof. (Dr.) H.P. Agarwal (Royal Global University);…

29 Jul

Made-in-India Nissan Magnite Achieves 5-Star Safety Rating: A New Benchmark in Compact SUVs

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The Made-in-India New Nissan Magnite has achieved a significant milestone by securing a 5-star overall passenger safety rating from the Global New Car Assessment Programme (GNCAP). The right-hand drive (RHD) version, manufactured at Nissan’s Chennai facility, scored a perfect 5-star for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 3-star for Child Occupant Protection (COP), making it one of the safest SUVs in India and South Africa. Built on the enhanced CMF-A+ platform, the Magnite features over 40 standard safety elements including six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, traction control, and hydraulic brake assist. Its body structure incorporates 67% high tensile…

29 Jul

Tata AIA tops India in MDRT rankings for 3rd year, rises to 4th globally

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Tata AIA Life Insurance has once again secured the top spot in India for the highest number of Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) members, achieving this milestone for the third consecutive year. The company has also climbed to the 4th position globally, up from 6th last year, with a record 2,871 MDRT-qualified advisors — an 11% increase from 2024. Notably, Tata AIA also ranked 7th worldwide for women MDRT members, with 1,343 female advisors — an 8.5% rise — reflecting the company’s strong focus on gender inclusion and diversity in the financial advisory sector. The MDRT qualification is globally recognized…

28 Jul

Gold futures prices increase on spot demand

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New Delhi, Gold prices rose by Rs 206 to Rs 98,025 per 10 grams in futures trade on Monday as speculators created fresh deals due to strong spot demand. At the Multi Commodity Exchange, the price of gold contracts for August delivery rose by Rs 206, or 0.21 percent, to Rs 98,025 per 10 grams in a business turnover of 5,831 lots. Analysts said fresh buying by participants led to the rise in gold prices. Globally, gold futures in New York rose 0.14 percent to $3,397.30 an ounce.

28 Jul

AM/NS India secures landmark license for steel slag roads, pioneers waste-to-wealth in infrastructure

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ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has become the first company in the country to secure a license from CSIR–Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) for a breakthrough technology that processes steel slag aggregates for road construction. The license, issued under the Ministry of Science & Technology, empowers AM/NS India to apply the CSIR-CRRI’s scientifically validated method at its Hazira, Gujarat plant. This strategic move aligns with the government’s ‘Waste to Wealth’ vision and supports India’s net-zero goals by promoting circular economy practices. AM/NS India’s specially designed product, ‘AM/NS Aakar’, already meets CRRI’s stringent quality standards and has been used in…

28 Jul

MakeMyTrip launches global tours booking platform to simplify overseas travel for Indians

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MakeMyTrip, India’s leading online travel platform, has launched its new Tours and Attractions Booking Platform, giving Indian travellers access to over 200,000 experiences in 1,100 cities across 130 countries. The platform offers a wide array of bookable global activities — from cultural tours and theme parks to adventure sports and iconic landmarks. The new offering addresses a long-standing pain point for outbound Indian tourists: fragmented booking tools, foreign currency hassles, and scattered information. With INR pricing, seamless integration into the ‘MyTrips’ section, and 24/7 assistance, the platform ensures a unified travel planning experience. “This launch aligns with our vision of…

28 Jul

Honda drives road safety awareness among 2,300 students in Contai schools

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Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) conducted a large-scale educational campaign at Narayana School and Contai Public School in Contai, West Bengal. The initiative reached over 2,300 students and staff members, aiming to instill a sense of responsibility and safety among the region’s future road users. As two-wheeler usage surges across India, HMSI’s interactive sessions covered critical aspects like helmet usage, situational awareness, and safe driving behavior. With trained instructors leading the charge, the campaign combined theory with practical learning using simulators and danger prediction training (Kiken Yosoku Training), making road safety both engaging and impactful. The Contai market responded…

26 Jul

SBI Cards Q1 results: Net profit decrease 6%, revenue rises 12%; asset quality stable

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SBI Cards on Friday, July 25, reported a net profit of ₹556 crore for the current financial year (Q1 FY26), down 6.4% from ₹594 crore in the same period last year. SBI Cards' total income from operations rose 12% to ₹4,877 crore as against ₹3,683 crore in the same period a year ago. The company's interest income grew 11% year-on-year to ₹2,493 crore and income from fees and commissions grew 14% to ₹2,191 crore. The company's cards-in-force (CIF), i.e. the total number of credit and debit cards currently active and being used by cardholders at a financial institution, grew 10%…