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02 Mar

Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales rise 32% YoY to 42,940 units in February

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Tata Motors Limited reported a 32 per cent year-on-year growth in commercial vehicle sales in February 2026, with total sales in domestic and international markets reaching 42,940 units compared to 32,533 units in February 2025. The company said heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) truck sales rose to 13,559 units in February 2026 from 9,892 units in February 2025, registering a growth of 37.1 per cent. Sales of ILMCV trucks stood at 7,577 units compared to 5,652 units last year, marking a rise of 34.1 per cent. Passenger carrier sales increased to 5,548 units from 4,355 units, recording a growth of 27.4…

28 Feb

Medanta Tops India in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2026

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Patients seeking advanced and reliable medical care have fresh reason to consider Medanta – The Medicity. The hospital, operated by Global Health Limited, has been ranked the No. 1 hospital in India in Newsweek’s prestigious World’s Best Hospitals 2026 rankings, prepared in partnership with Statista Inc.. This is the seventh consecutive year that Medanta has featured among the world’s leading hospitals. The 2026 survey evaluated more than 2,500 hospitals across 32 countries, including India, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Singapore, Australia and Canada. Rankings were based on recommendations from thousands of medical experts, patient experience data, hospital…

28 Feb

Tata Motors, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority ink MoU to deploy 40 Green Hydrogen Trucks at Tuticorin Port

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In a major push towards India’s net-zero goals, Tata Motors has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA) to deploy 40 Green Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2 ICE) powered heavy-duty trucks at the port. The MoU was signed in the presence of Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal. Under the agreement, Tata Motors will begin trials with a hydrogen-powered prime mover, followed by phased deployment over the next two years. The project will be funded by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. VOCPA Chairperson Susanta Kumar Purohit said the move would…

28 Feb

Indian Idol expands global footprint with Abu Dhabi Shoot at Yas Island

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In a first for the franchise, Indian Idol Season 16 has marked its international debut with two special episodes filmed at Yas Island, in collaboration with Sony Pictures Networks India. Shot at Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the region’s largest indoor theme park, the episodes aired on Indian Idol on February 21 and 22 on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV. The Abu Dhabi specials aligned with this season’s theme, “Yaadon Ki Playlist”, blending nostalgia and timeless music with Yas Island’s immersive entertainment landscape. The judging panel — Badshah, Vishal Dadlani and guest judge Madhubanti Bagchi — along…

28 Feb

Supersonic signs long-term LNG deal with UGEL to power blue energy motors fleet

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Kolkata, February 26: Supersonic has signed a long-term LNG supply agreement with Ultra Gas & Energy Limited (UGEL) to support the expansion of its LNG-powered heavy-duty truck fleet from Blue Energy Motors. The agreement, signed in Kolkata, establishes a structured LNG supply framework through UGEL’s retail network to ensure reliable fuel access across key freight corridors. The partnership is aimed at strengthening fuel infrastructure as Supersonic scales its alternative fuel operations. Director S K Mittal (Agarwal) said the company has seen strong performance and efficiency from Blue Energy Motors’ LNG trucks on long-haul routes and that assured fuel supply and…

28 Feb

ASCI ropes in influencers to tackle greenwashing, dark patterns in digital ads

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The Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) has launched its first-ever influencer-led consumer awareness campaign targeting greenwashing and dark patterns; two practices increasingly seen as manipulating consumer choice in the digital ecosystem. The initiative is part of ASCI Academy’s broader agenda to equip consumers to navigate advertising in a more informed manner. The campaign will encourage consumers to question sustainability claims, decode eco-labels and distinguish credible environmental commitments from marketing buzzwords. Influencers will also explain deceptive “dark patterns” such as basket sneaking, hidden costs and confusing design choices that nudge users into unintended decisions. Content creators including Shraddha Jain, Aalekh…

28 Feb

CAQM Mulls Phased EV Sales Mandate for Automakers in Delhi-NCR

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The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) is considering a major policy shift that could reshape the automobile market in Delhi-NCR. The panel may introduce mandatory annual electric vehicle (EV) sales targets for automakers operating in the region, with the goal of gradually transitioning to 100 percent EV sales over a defined period.The proposal was discussed during a recent meeting between the 15-member expert committee—formed in December 2025—and representatives of two- and four-wheeler manufacturers. The committee is tasked with drafting a comprehensive strategy to curb vehicular emissions, a major contributor to air pollution in Delhi-NCR.According to sources familiar with the…

27 Feb

Swiggy Dineout ropes in Bhuvan Bam for GIRF 2026, rolls out ‘Bill Half. Party Full.’ across 60+ cities

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Swiggy Limited, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, has announced the launch of Swiggy Dineout’s Great Indian Restaurant Festival (GIRF) 2026, onboarding Bhuvan Bam as the official ambassador. The two-month festival will go live from February 15, 2026, offering up to 50% off across 40,000 top restaurants in more than 60 cities nationwide. Branded under the theme ‘Bill Half. Party Full.’, GIRF 2026 integrates the popular BB Ki Vines universe into the campaign. Characters such as Babloo, Babli, Sameer and Bhuvan represent relatable diner archetypes, addressing common concerns like discount caps and fine print. The campaign will run across digital, social,…

27 Feb

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India Limited Q4 net jumps 50% to ₹665 million; FY25 profit rises 33%, ₹75 dividend announced

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Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India Limited (BSE: 544250 | NSE: SANOFICONR) has reported a strong set of numbers for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, driven by robust domestic growth and a sharp rise in exports. The company posted Q4 revenue of ₹2,510 million, up 47% year-on-year. Domestic sales grew 23%, supported by the relaunch of recalled products, while export sales surged 9.3 times on a low base. Profit after tax rose 50% to ₹665 million during the quarter. For the full year FY25, revenue stood at ₹8,784 million, marking a 21% growth over the previous year.…

27 Feb

BHIM launches ‘UPI Circle’ to enable controlled digital payments for families and small businesses

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BHIM Payments App has introduced a new feature called UPI Circle, aimed at making authorised UPI payments simple, structured and secure for shared household use. The feature allows a primary user to extend controlled payment access to trusted individuals such as children, elderly parents or staff, without sharing UPI PINs, passwords or device access. UPI Circle enables a primary user to add up to five secondary users and authorise them to transact from the primary user’s UPI-linked bank account within preset limits. A monthly spending cap of up to ₹15,000 can be set, with validity ranging from one month to…