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03 Dec

Stories of craft and confidence shine as Mia partners with Hornbill Festival 2025

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Mia by Tanishq, India’s leading contemporary fine jewellery brand, has come on board as the Official Style Partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025—one of the country’s most cherished celebrations of cultural heritage, artistry, community, and creative expression. Through this partnership, Mia brings its “Precious, every day” philosophy to a festival that beautifully mirrors the very values the brand stands for: individuality, confidence, craftsmanship, and the power of personal stories. Ms. Shyamala Ramanan, Business Head – Mia by Tanishq, shared the main dais with the Chief Minister of Nagaland, Ambassadors and Ministers at the inauguration and addressed audiences reinforcing Mia’s leadership…

03 Dec

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank announces the opening of its RAC at Agartala

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Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (Ujjivan SFB) has announced the opening of its Retail Asset Centre (RAC) at Math Chowmani, Agartala, marking a significant step in expanding its presence across North East India. The new centre will provide a comprehensive range of credit solutions including affordable housing loans, micro mortgages, personal loans, and vehicle loans to individuals and micro and small enterprises (MSEs) across Tripura. The RAC is designed to streamline the application, processing, and management of retail credit products, enabling faster turnaround times and efficient service delivery for customers in the region. Commenting on the launch, Mr. Umesh Arora, Head…

02 Dec

Nestlé MILKMAID announces World Kheer Day on 30 November

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Nestlé MILKMAID, a name synonymous with delicious desserts announces World Kheer Day on 30 November, a day dedicated to the dessert that every Indian home has grown up with. Kheer is one dessert that truly unites India – divided in recipes and ingredients, united by the warmth and nostalgia it evokes. From festivals, homecomings to everyday celebrations, it continues to be a symbol of togetherness across the country. MILKMAID has helped keep this tradition alive in a way that is easy, quick and just as comforting. Manav Sahni, Head, Dairy Business, Nestlé India, said, "World Kheer Day is our way…

02 Dec

Pancreatic cancer becomes a growing concern in India; doctors call for urgent awareness and early detection

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Pancreatic cancer, one of the deadliest and fastest-spreading cancers, has a five-year survival rate of just 3 per cent in India, making it the lowest among all cancers, doctors have warned. Dr PN Mohapatra, Director of Medical Oncology at Apollo Hospitals, said the disease is often detected too late, with nearly 43 per cent of patients diagnosed at Stage 4, when treatment options are limited and survival chances drop dramatically. Unlike breast or lung cancer, pancreatic cancer has seen minimal improvement in treatment over the years. Surgery and chemotherapy offer limited benefits, and recurrence rates remain high, with survival rates…

02 Dec

Swiggy launches the 2025 edition of its annual report titled “How India Eats,” in partnership with Kearney

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India’s food services market is set to touch US$125 billion by 2030, driven by a rapidly expanding organized segment growing twice as fast as the unorganized sector, according to Swiggy’s How India Eats 2025 report released in partnership with Kearney. The report highlights that the organized segment will contribute over 60% of total industry growth and is expected to overtake the unorganized segment within the decade. The study notes a significant shift in consumer behaviour, marked by a 20% rise in unique cuisines ordered per customer and a 30% increase in the number of restaurants ordered from. Interestingly, indulgence and…

01 Dec

In India, Samsung expands ‘DOST Sales’ Programme to skill 9,400 youth for retail careers

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Samsung India has announced a major expansion of its flagship Samsung Digital & Offline Skills Training (DOST) Sales Programme, aiming to train 9,400 young people from underserved communities for frontline retail roles. The initiative, aligned with India’s inclusive economic growth objectives, combines classroom learning with on-the-job training to prepare participants for careers in organised retail. Since its inception in 2021, the DOST Sales Programme has strengthened India’s retail talent pipeline. The current DOST Sales 4.0 initiative, in partnership with the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) and the Telecom Sector Skills Council (TSSC), provides trainees with 120 hours of…

29 Nov

Oakley Meta HSTN AI Glasses to debut in India on December 1

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Oakley is set to introduce its Meta HSTN AI smart glasses in India on December 1, marking a major push into performance-driven wearable technology. Priced from ₹41,800, the glasses are now available for pre-sale on Sunglass Hut and will roll out across leading eyewear retailers nationwide. Designed for athletes, sports enthusiasts, and content creators, Oakley Meta HSTN brings a powerful mix of AI and durability. The glasses feature a fully integrated camera for hands-free 3K video capture, open-ear speakers, IPX4 water resistance, fast charging, and up to 8 hours of active battery life with an additional 48 hours provided by…

29 Nov

Mahindra XEV 9S set to revolutionize India’s electric SUV market, prices start at Rs 19.95 lakh

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Mahindra & Mahindra has officially launched the XEV 9S, India’s largest electric 7-seater SUV, marking a significant step in the country’s electric mobility segment. Built on the INGLO platform and powered by the MAIA system, the XEV 9S offers a 70 kWh battery producing 180 kW power and 380 Nm torque. Prices start at ₹19.95 lakh, with the fully loaded 79 kWh variant priced at ₹29.45 lakh. Bookings open on January 14, 2026, and customer deliveries begin January 23, 2026. R Velusamy, President - Automotive Business, Mahindra, highlighted the SUV’s spacious interiors, quiet ride, and high-tech features, stating, “The XEV…

29 Nov

Mahindra XEV 9S Pack One Above: Top reasons to think it the most VFM variant?

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Mahindra has introduced its latest electric SUV, the XEV 9S, priced from ₹19.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Offered in four trims—Pack One Above, Pack Two Above, Pack Three and Pack Three Above—the model is essentially the electric version of the XUV700. Test drives will begin on December 5, with bookings opening on January 14 and deliveries set to start from January 23 next year. The XEV 9S, a practical three-row, seven-seat family EV, is positioned as a more usable alternative to the XEV 9e coupe-style SUV. Its starting price is about ₹2 lakh lower than the base XEV 9e. The entry-level Pack…

29 Nov

Kotak Private launches India’s first luxury index, tracking UHNI spending trends

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Kotak Private Banking today launched the Kotak Private Luxury Index (KPLI), India’s first comprehensive measure of luxury price movements across 12 lifestyle and asset categories. Commissioned with support from Ernst & Young LLP, the index highlights how India’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNI) are redefining luxury—shifting from ownership to experiences, and material indulgence to mindful living. According to KPLI, luxury prices have risen 6.7% annually since 2022, with wellness retreats, exclusive experiences, and branded residences driving growth. Wellness tourism, including destinations like Amanbagh and Ananda, saw a 14.3% annual increase, while curated experiences, from Antarctic cruises to Michelin-starred dining, rose 11.6% per…