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18 Nov

Step beyond the typical: Hawkins comes alive as “Stranger Things: The Experience” opens on Yas Island

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Fans of the hit Netflix series can now step into the world of Hawkins as “Stranger Things: The Experience” opens its doors on Yas Island. The immersive attraction allows visitors to become part of their own “Stranger Things” adventure, blending 1980s nostalgia with cutting-edge 4D technology and live performances. Guests will navigate the eerie corridors of Hawkins Lab, confront terrifying Demogorgons, and help Eleven, Max, and the gang save the day. The interactive journey extends into the Upside Down, offering a chilling yet thrilling experience that brings the show’s most iconic locations to life. Following the adventure, visitors can unwind…

18 Nov

IIM Ranchi tops Cummins India’s REDEFINE 2025, showcases innovation in energy solutions

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Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ranchi emerged as the champions of Cummins India’s prestigious annual B-school case study competition, REDEFINE 2025, while Indian School of Business, Mohali secured the runner-up position. Team Crow from IIM Ranchi not only won the main trophy and cash prize but also triumphed in the social media contest for their engaging LinkedIn video. The competition, held under the theme “From Backup to Backbone: Driving the Energy Shift,” attracted participation from 6,453 students across 2,151 teams from 19 premier B-schools nationwide. After multiple competitive rounds, six finalist teams advanced to the grand finale at Cummins India…

18 Nov

Empowering Diabetes Management through Nutrition: Insights for a Healthier Life

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To mark World Diabetes Day, a scientific roundtable in Kolkata brought together leading endocrinologists and nutrition experts to explore how evidence-based nutrition can translate awareness into measurable progress in diabetes management. With over 101 million people in India living with diabetes, there is growing recognition that long-term success in managing the condition depends not only on medical treatment, but also on nutrition and lifestyle choices. Studies indicate that three out of four people with diabetes struggle to maintain optimal glycaemic control, often due to factors such as poor dietary habits, genetic predisposition and sedentary lifestyles. Central obesity further compounds these…

18 Nov

Costa Coffee ushers in the winter holiday season with the launch of its Caramel Nutcracker Range in India

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Costa Coffee, the Coca-Cola-owned brand, has launched its new Caramel Nutcracker Range in India, marking the start of the winter holiday season with a festive selection of limited-time beverages. The range will be available across select stores and delivery platforms from 15 November, bringing a warm and flavourful twist to the year-end celebrations. The festive lineup features four seasonal drinks Caramel Nutcracker Latte, Iced Latte, Frappe, and Hot Chocolate all blending smooth caramel notes with nutty undertones. Costa Coffee has also introduced a special Festive Blind Box and Drink Bundle, priced at ₹699, available in very limited quantities in-store. Customers…

18 Nov

Abbott launches a new and advanced formulation of Ensure Diabetes Care

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Abbott, the global healthcare company, today launched a new and advanced formulation of Ensure Diabetes Care, designed to help people living with diabetes manage blood sugar, weight, and overall health. Backed by over 60 clinical trials and 30 years of scientific nutrition research, the reformulated product features a triple care system with 4X higher myo-inositol, a low glycemic index carbohydrate blend, high protein, and fiber to aid glycemic control, cholesterol reduction, and weight management. The formula also targets visceral fat reduction, preserves lean muscle, and supports cardiovascular health through a heart-healthy fat blend. Prebiotic FOS and dual fiber blends promote…

18 Nov

Tata Motors commercial vehicles segment delivers strong Q2 FY26 performance post-demerger

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Tata Motors Limited (TML) reported a strong performance in its Commercial Vehicles (CV) segment for Q2 FY26, highlighting a 12% year-on-year volume growth. Revenues rose to ₹18,370 crore, up 6.6%, while EBITDA climbed 21% to ₹2,211 crore. Profit before tax (bei) surged by ₹469 crore to ₹1,694 crore, supported by improved realizations and higher volumes. Free cash flow for the quarter stood at ₹2,211 crore, marking a record H1 performance despite a seasonally weak Q1. The company’s consolidated numbers showed revenues of ₹18,600 crore (+6%), with EBITDA margins at 11.4% and EBIT margins at 8.8%. Net cash position as of…

18 Nov

Allied Blenders’ ICONiQ WINTER Whisky expands to North India, targets festive season growth

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Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), India’s largest domestic spirits company by volume, has announced the launch of its ICONiQ WINTER International Grain Whisky in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. Following strong consumer demand in Maharashtra, the move marks ABD’s first expansion of India’s only winter-focused whisky into northern markets. The brand has seen exceptional growth this year, doubling volumes and market share in the prestige whisky segment. In Uttar Pradesh, ICONiQ now ranks as the No. 2 brand, crossing 1 million cases within just five months of the financial year. Haryana has also recorded significant gains in market share, reflecting robust…

18 Nov

Samsung TV Plus signs first-of-its-kind content agreement with a lineup of top Creators

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Samsung TV Plus, India’s leading free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service, has inked a first-of-its-kind content deal with top global Creators, including the worldwide premiere of Mark Rober’s first-ever dedicated FAST channel in India. The partnership introduces six curated channels, expanding Samsung TV Plus’ portfolio to over 160 channels accessible on more than 14 million Samsung Smart TVs across the country. Mark Rober, a former NASA engineer and one of the world’s most influential Creators with over 71 million subscribers, brings his unique mix of science, creativity, and entertainment to Indian audiences. “This channel is a way to spread curiosity…

17 Nov

Young Innovators from Bharat Shine at Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025; Win INR 1 Crore to Build AI-Powered Solutions for a Better India

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Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the winners of Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025, the fourth edition of its national education programme that challenges young students to use technology to create real-world solutions for pressing challenges in their local communities. The Top Four winning teams — Percevia (Bengaluru), NextPlay.AI (Aurangabad), Paraspeak (Gurugram), and Prithvi Rakshak (Palamu) — received INR 1 crore in incubation grants and will continue to develop their prototypes into scalable real-world solutions with mentorship support at IIT Delhi’s FITT Labs. The jury panel brought together Samsung leadership and experts from across academia, government, and industry…

17 Nov

India Research Tour 2025 concludes in Itanagar, spotlight Northeast research and inclusivity

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The India Research Tour 2025, a month-long initiative by Springer Nature in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, concluded today at Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) in Itanagar. The tour, which began on 6 October in New Delhi, also engaged with NERIST and NIT Itanagar, marking the final leg of a journey across 29 institutions in 15 cities and seven states. The tour aimed to promote Open Access and Open Science, strengthen research integrity through the RISE program, encourage e-book adoption, support editorial board member recruitment, and highlight diversity and inclusion initiatives such as Her Research, Our Future. Venkatesh Sarvasiddhi, Managing…