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Nearly all seasonal advertisements reviewed by the Advertising Standards Council of India (ASCI) between April and June 2026 required correction or withdrawal, highlighting widespread concerns over misleading claims related to summer products. According to ASCI's latest report, The Heat Is On: ASCI Review of Summer Advertising Claims, 39 of the 40 advertisements examined needed modification following regulatory intervention. The review covered advertisements across personal care, cooling appliances, air purifiers, sunscreens, wearables and travel-related products. Of the 40 advertisements assessed, 21 were modified or withdrawn voluntarily by advertisers without contest, while 18 were found to be in violation of the ASCI…

Olympic medallist and former Indian hockey team captain PR Sreejesh has become the first customer in India to take delivery of the all-new 2026 Yezdi Green Mamba Roadster, marking the start of deliveries of JawaYezdi Motorcycles’ latest range across the country. Sreejesh, who experienced the new Yezdi line-up at its recent national launch in Kerala, opted for the Green Mamba Roadster, citing its distinctive styling, road presence and character. The motorcycle comes in a matte-green finish with a quilted Arabica-brown seat and copper decals. It is powered by a 334cc liquid-cooled Alpha2 engine paired with a six-speed gearbox, assist-and-slipper clutch,…

ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) has launched two new heavy steel plate brands, STRUCTROMAX and WELDSTAR, targeting the growing requirements of India’s infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, energy, transportation and heavy engineering sectors. Developed at the company’s plate mill facility in Hazira, Gujarat, the products use advanced rolling, heat-treatment and metallurgical technologies. STRUCTROMAX is manufactured using Thermo-Mechanical Controlled Processing (TMCP) and is designed for applications including bridges, high-rise buildings, offshore projects, railways and wind energy. The company said the product offers high weldability, toughness, load-bearing capability, corrosion resistance and fabrication performance. WELDSTAR comprises ultra-high-strength steel plates aimed at applications such as…

Dr. Jagadesh Madireddi is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Yashoda Hospitals,Hyderabad,says One of the most concerning symptoms that a person may encounter is chest pain. It can be a sign of a heart attack, but it can also come from the digestive system, muscles, nerves, lungs, or emotional stress. Chest pain should never be disregarded or self-diagnosed because the sensations can overlap. Anyone can be impacted by it. Cardiac Causes When blood flow to the heart muscle is abruptly cut off, a heart attack happens. Pressure, tightness, squeezing, burning, or heaviness are some possible sensations of discomfort. Breathlessness, sweating, nausea, dizziness,…

Adversity Strengthened Faith in Rule of Law, Says Gautam Adani Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani said the recent dismissal of the US criminal case against him and his nephew Sagar Adani reinforced his faith in the rule of law and strengthened his belief in upholding commitments during difficult times. Speaking to employees and partners, Adani said the experience left him with humility rather than a sense of triumph. Reflecting on the challenges faced by the group since the Hindenburg Research allegations in 2023, he highlighted the importance of values, trust and responsible decision-making. He recalled the group’s decision to withdraw…

IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited has launched the IndiaFirst Life GOLD Term Plan, targeting evolving consumer demand for insurance products that combine financial protection with wellness support, flexibility and family-focused benefits.The plan offers a choice between Life Cover and Life Cover with Return of Premium. Under the Life Cover variant, customers can extend protection up to 99 years of age. Its Soulmate Protection feature provides additional life cover for the spouse if the policyholder dies. The product also offers a Smart Exit Option, enabling eligible customers to exit during a specified period and receive 100% of premiums paid, subject to…

What began as a sustainability message has turned into a record-breaking demonstration of collective action, with 66,928 doctors and healthcare practitioners from across India helping Himalaya Wellness Company secure a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title. Launched on Doctors’ Day on July 1, the month-long initiative saw healthcare professionals submit photographs holding signs with the message “United for Wellness, United for a Greener Tomorrow”. The participation surpassed the previous record of 53,201 for “The Largest Online Photo Album of People Holding a Sign”. Every entry was reviewed and verified under GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ guidelines. For Himalaya, the achievement carries significance beyond…

The Redmi Note 17 series may soon get two new models in select global markets. Xiaomi’s sub-brand is reportedly preparing the Redmi Note 17 4G and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max for markets outside China. The Pro Max has now appeared on Geekbench, revealing some of its possible specifications and performance details ahead of an official announcement.The device was listed on the benchmarking platform with model number 2609FRA74G. While Geekbench does not identify the smartphone by name, Gizchina reports that this model number is associated with the global version of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max.The listing mentions Qualcomm’s QTI…

Akasa Air has launched Akasa Elevate, its first loyalty programme, coinciding with the airline's fourth anniversary, as it looks to strengthen customer retention and reward frequent flyers through a range of travel benefits and faster tier progression. The programme allows members to earn Elevate Points on eligible flights as well as ancillary products and services, while offering personalised recognition, priority services and exclusive privileges across four membership tiers. The airline said members can qualify for higher tiers through either eligible flights or spending, making progression more flexible. Customers will also earn additional rewards on eligible direct bookings and ancillary purchases,…

Turkish Airlines carried 9.5 million passengers in July 2026, recording a total load factor of 86.5%, as the airline continued to see growth in passenger and cargo traffic. According to the airline’s July traffic results, international load factor stood at 86.2%, while domestic load factor was 89.1%. Available seat kilometres (ASK) rose 2.7% year-on-year to 25.7 billion during the month, compared with 25 billion in July 2025. Cargo and mail volumes also increased 4.9% to 203.1 thousand tonnes. For the January-July 2026 period, Turkish Airlines carried 54 million passengers, up 5.4% from the corresponding period last year. Total load factor…