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31 Oct

Kotak811 launches 3-in-1 Super Account in partnership with super.money, simpliflies saving, spending and borrowing for Digital India

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Kotak811, India’s leading digital banking platform, has launched its innovative 3-in-1 Super Account, combining a savings account, fixed deposit, and secured credit card in one digital solution. The offering, developed in partnership with super.money, aims to simplify financial management for “Core India” — a growing segment of salaried individuals, students, and first-jobbers seeking digital-first financial tools. Highlighting the product’s simplicity, Manish Agarwal, Head of Kotak811, said, “The 3-in-1 Super Account brings saving, spending, and borrowing together in one place. It’s simple, secure, and designed for everyday use.” The account allows users to start with just ₹1,000, earn interest and cashback,…

31 Oct

Cognizant posts strong Q3 results, raises 2025 growth outlook to 6.3% on AI, North America gains

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Cognizant Technology Solutions reported a robust third quarter for 2025, with revenue climbing 7.4% year-over-year to $5.42 billion, surpassing the upper end of its guidance. The company also posted a 16% operating margin—up 140 basis points—and an adjusted EPS of $1.39, marking an 11% annual rise. CEO Ravi Kumar S attributed the performance to consistent organic growth across all segments and strong client demand in North America. “This marks our fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year organic growth and our strongest sequential growth since 2022,” he said, highlighting momentum in AI-led platforms and six major deal wins during the quarter. CFO…

30 Oct

The Role of Targeted Therapy in Brain Tumors

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Dr. Tejinder Kataria, Chairperson, Radiation Oncology, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon In 2022, India saw an estimated 1.46 million new cancer cases, which translates to an incidence rate of slightly more than 100 per 100,000 people. Recent projections indicate that the number of cases will exponentially rise to 1.57 million by 2025, with incidence rates among the highest in the North Eastern states. Within this larger dataset, brain tumors are growing at a rapid pace in the country, with the incidence of central nervous system (CNS) tumors estimated at 5 to 10 cases per 100,000 population in the country, accounting…

30 Oct

Dulcoflex® launches ‘kNOw Constipation’ campaign to break the silence around digestive health

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In a bid to normalize conversations around one of India’s most common yet under-discussed health concerns, Dulcoflex®, a leading name in digestive wellness, has launched its new campaign titled ‘kNOw Constipation’. The initiative aims to shift the narrative through humor, empathy, and relatable storytelling, encouraging open dialogue on constipation—especially among women, who are often more affected yet hesitant to discuss it. According to Dulcoflex®, one in every five Indians suffers from constipation, with 276 million impacted daily. The campaign features popular comedians such as Aanchal Aggarwal, Srishti Dixit, and Soumya Venugopal, soon to be joined by Gurleen Pannu, Jamie Lever,…

30 Oct

Samsung Galaxy AI expands support to 22 languages

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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the upcoming expansion of two new languages for Galaxy AI: Filipino and Gujarati. This expanded language support began rolling out from October 29. With this new update, Galaxy AI will support a total of 2 languages, strengthening Samsung’s ongoing commitment to lowering language barriers and bringing meaningful mobile AI experiences to more people. As Galaxy AI continues to evolve, users in even more regions can now access its suite of intelligent features designed to make communication and productivity easier and more intuitive in everyday life. With Live Translate’s real-time, two-way voice and text translations,…

30 Oct

Jio-BP Launches India’s Largest Integrated Mobility Hub in Bengaluru

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Jio-bp today announced the launch of India’s first of its kind and largest integrated mobility hub with 28 EV charging points within a retail outlet at Devanahalli, Bengaluru, marking a major milestone in the country’s transition towards cleaner and smarter mobility. The Devanahalli outlet is a multi-fuel retail site offering petrol, diesel, CNG, and a wildbean café. It now adds a state-of-the-art EV charging hub, featuring superfast DC chargers with 28 charging points dispensing up to 360kW. This flagship destination brings together fuel, CNG, EV, retail, and café experiences under one roof, redefining convenience for customers and travellers alike. Speaking…

29 Oct

Keyless Convenience: Samsung Wallet Adds Mahindra Electric Origin SUV Support

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Samsung, India’s leading consumer electronics brand, has launched Digital Car Key support for Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs through Samsung Wallet, allowing Galaxy users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles directly using their smartphones. With this integration, Mahindra becomes the first Indian OEM to adopt Samsung’s Digital Car Key technology, marking a milestone in the country’s connected mobility space. The feature, built into Galaxy devices, also allows users to share their digital keys securely with family or friends for limited periods. MadhurChaturvedi, Senior Director of Services & Apps Business at Samsung India, said the collaboration reinforces Samsung’s vision of a…

29 Oct

MakeMyTrip launches ‘Travel Ka Muhurat’ to redefine India’s year-end travel planning season

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MakeMyTrip, India’s leading online travel company, has launched ‘Travel Ka Muhurat’, a first-of-its-kind calendar event aimed at formalising India’s year-end travel planning season. The campaign brings together over 25 airlines, 30 top hotel brands, and leading banks to offer unmatched value across domestic and international travel bookings. Partnering with marquee airlines such as Air India, IndiGo, Etihad, and AirAsia, and hospitality giants like The Leela, The Oberoi Group, Radisson, and Atlantis Resorts, MakeMyTrip’s initiative spans flights, stays, holiday packages, and travel essentials including visa, forex, and insurance. Bank partners HDFC, Axis, and HSBC are offering exclusive weekly discounts, with up…

29 Oct

Apraava Energy’s solar mission brings new hope to 21,000 lives in Northeast India

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In a meaningful step towards empowering lives sustainably in Northeast India, Apraava Energy, India’s leading integrated energy solutions providers, has partnered with SELCO Foundation to power community, health and education facilities in Assam and Nagaland through solar installations. These interventions aim to provide sustainable and reliable energy in the villages, positively impacting over 21,000 lives. The installations are expected to save ~57 tonnes of CO₂ annually, equivalent to planting about 2580 trees per year. In Assam’s Chirang district, a 27.5 kW solar-powered community facility is supporting a range of development initiatives focused on health, livelihoods, education, and youth engagement. The…

29 Oct

Low-Risk Investment Option: Axis Mutual Fund Launches Axis Income Plus Arbitrage Passive FOF

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Axis Mutual Fund, one of India’s leading asset management companies, has announced the launch of the Axis Income Plus Arbitrage Passive FOF, an innovative open-ended scheme designed to offer investors a blend of stability, predictability, and tax efficiency. The New Fund Offer (NFO) will open for subscription on Oct 28, 2025, and close on Nov 11, 2025. The fund is managed by Devang Shah (Head – Fixed Income), Aditya Pagaria (Senior Fund Manager), Hardik Satra (Senior Fund Manager), and Karthik Kumar (Fund Manager). This new offering is tailored for investors seeking to optimize their post-tax returns while maintaining a conservative…