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12 Dec

Tata Motors’ EXCON 2025 line-up targets higher uptime for construction fleets

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Tata Motors has unveiled a wide portfolio of commercial vehicles at EXCON 2025 in Bengaluru, including its most powerful tipper designed for deep-mining activities and an all-electric heavy-duty truck. The company said the new lineup reflects India’s growing need for construction and mining solutions and aims to support high-productivity logistics in the coming years. Among the key models introduced is the Prima 3540.K AutoShift, powered by an 8.5-litre Cummins engine. The company said the vehicle is suitable for deep mining where power and safety are important. Alongside this, Tata Motors also launched the Prima E.28K, its first all-electric tipper, and…

12 Dec

To bring advanced cancer treatment to Navi Mumbai, Kotak Mahindra Prime Limited partners with Tata Memorial’s ACTREC

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Kotak Mahindra Prime Limited (KMPL) has partnered with Tata Memorial Centre’s ACTREC to bring advanced cancer treatment technology to the Proton Therapy Centre in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. The collaboration includes installation of the SDX® Voluntary Breath Hold System, a specialised tool that helps patients control their breathing during radiation therapy so that radiation targets the tumour more accurately. According to ACTREC, the system will particularly benefit patients with lung, liver, pancreas and breast cancers, where breathing movement can cause tumours to shift. Doctors say this improves precision, protects healthy organs and strengthens treatment outcomes. The SDX® system also enables proton-based…

12 Dec

‘Fashion’s Next Move’: Blenders Pride Fashion Tour drives fashion into the fast lane

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Blenders Pride Fashion Tour has shifted gears in Jaipur, transforming into an intersection of high-fashion and motorsport. Pushing boundaries, the Jaipur edition explored motorsports-inspired design, glamourous performance wear, and high-octane fashion showcase that marked ‘Fashion’s Next Move’ – racing forward with speed and precision. In collaboration with Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), the showcase reimagined the runway into a high-speed circuit of style and power. Leading designers Namrata Joshipura and Abhishek Paatni reinterpreted high-octane motorcore aesthetics, transforming racing culture into statement-making fashion. Bollywood star Harnaaz Sandhu commanded the runway as the finale showstopper, embodying the fusion of glamour and…

12 Dec

Millie Bobby Brown’s Thrilling Adventure on Yas Island: A Stranger Things Escape

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Hollywood actor Millie Bobby Brown has filmed new Stranger Things–themed content at Yas Island Abu Dhabi and described the experience as “amazing”, according to a video released this week. The footage shows her relaxing on a pool float and joking that she is “upside down once again,” linking the location with references from the Netflix series. The shoot features Ferrari World, Yas Marina Circuit and Yas Beach, with the storyline teasing mystery elements, including a walkie-talkie message and the phrase “Code Red”. The content will continue in upcoming episodes filmed across multiple attractions. For fans in Kolkata, the involvement of…

11 Dec

How Robotics is Transforming Indian Manufacturing?

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India’s manufacturing sector is at a pivotal turning point. With global supply chains realigning and the “Make in India” initiative accelerating domestic ambitions, manufacturers are under pressure to achieve global standards in efficiency, speed and quality. Government incentives, rising investments and a massive consumer market offer major opportunities, but competition is intensifying, making rapid adaptation essential. Industrial robotics is playing a transformative role. By automating repetitive and precision-driven tasks, robots significantly raise productivity and allow workers to shift toward higher-value functions like programming, optimisation and innovation. They also enhance safety and ensure consistent output across production lines. India is witnessing…

11 Dec

Introducing new and easier ways to create, connect, and stay safe, Samsung Electronics announces the One UI 8.5 beta program

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Samsung Electronics has rolled out the One UI 8.5 beta programme with new features focused on content creation, cross-device connectivity and enhanced security across Galaxy devices. The update is designed to simplify tasks and make device usage more intuitive, the company said. New tools such as Photo Assist allow users to edit images continuously and review complete edit history before saving final visuals. Sharing content has also been streamlined through upgrades to Quick Share, which can suggest sending photos directly to contacts identified in images. In terms of device management, One UI 8.5 introduces Auracast-based Audio Broadcast for LE audio-supported…

11 Dec

The shape of what’s next in mobile innovation: Introducing Galaxy Z TriFold

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Samsung Electronics has announced the Galaxy Z TriFold, its latest addition to the foldable smartphone category, offering a 10-inch display that opens in multiple stages for improved viewing and productivity. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform and features a 200MP camera system. Samsung said the TriFold is designed for heavy multitasking, supported by a large screen that allows users to operate three apps at once. The phone is built with advanced hinge engineering and reinforced display layers to maintain durability while keeping the device slim. For mobile users in Kolkata, where content viewing, entertainment and…

11 Dec

ASCI expands AdWise to build advertising literacy among school children in Kolkata

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The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has begun rolling out “AdWise”, a national programme designed to build advertising literacy among school students, including several institutions in Kolkata. The initiative, launched by ASCI Academy, aims to reach one million students across 2,000 schools in the next 15 to 18 months. The programme trains students from Grades 3 to 8 to identify, question and evaluate advertisements, particularly in digital spaces where sponsored messages and influencer content are often not easy to recognise. ASCI said the programme has already reached more than one lakh students across seven states. Officials said the classroom…

11 Dec

Shreya Ghoshal announces ‘Letters to Lata Didi’, a powerful, emotional celebration of Smt. Lata Mangeshkar’s timeless voice

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India is preparing for a rare musical tribute as Shreya Ghoshal announced a special showcase titled ‘Letters to Lata Didi’, dedicated to Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar. The event will take place on 7 March 2026 at Jio World Garden, Mumbai. The announcement has generated strong cultural interest across major metros including Kolkata, where Lata Ji remains one of the most respected figures in Indian music. The concert will feature live arrangements and handpicked renditions of some of Lata Mangeshkar’s most memorable songs. Ticketing will follow a phased schedule beginning December 10 with exclusive presale access for Kotak Mahindra Bank credit…

11 Dec

World of Hyatt and Visa announce the launch of the “World of Hyatt Club Suite Offer”

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World of Hyatt has partnered with Visa to introduce a limited-period “World of Hyatt Club Suite Offer” for Visa Signature and Visa Infinite cardholders across India and Southwest Asia. The offer provides a 15 per cent discount on Club-level rooms and Suites at participating Hyatt hotels, along with complimentary breakfast and evening happy hour for eligible guests. The scheme is valid for stays booked using qualifying Visa cards up to April 15, 2026. According to Hyatt, travellers can also earn five base points for every eligible US dollar spent on room bookings and incidentals. Hyatt officials said the collaboration aims…