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08 Dec

Govt says IndiGo flagged no issues before mass cancellations

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

The government told Parliament on Monday that IndiGo had raised no concerns during a meeting on December 1—just a day before the airline began widespread flight cancellations. Civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu, responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha, said the crisis stemmed from IndiGo’s internal planning and crew-rostering failures, not from the new Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) that took effect in November. From Tuesday onward, IndiGo faced a wave of disruptions, cancelling over 4,500 flights in a week and stranding passengers nationwide. With the airline holding about 60% of the domestic market, the cancellations had a…

08 Dec

For delivery executives, Swiggy partners with the Kolkata Traffic Department for road safety awareness campaign

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Swiggy (Swiggy Ltd, NSE: SWIGGY / BSE: 544285), India’s pioneering on-demand convenience platform, has partnered with the Kolkata Traffic Department to organize a ‘Delivering Safely – Road Safety and Traffic Awareness Campaign’ for its delivery partners, under the ambit of Delivering Safely, its road safety charter. The campaign, held recently, was a part of road safety workshops being conducted in the eastern region of India and is aimed to sensitize delivery partners on safe driving practices, adherence to traffic rules, and the consequences of violations. Dignitaries from Commissionerate (ACP) led the sessions, which saw participation from delivery executives across the…

08 Dec

How Young India is using AI for a safer, smarter & inclusive Bharat: Solve for Tomorrow 2025

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AI-driven problem-solving is becoming central to India’s youth innovation journey, and this year’s Samsung Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) 2025, held in collaboration with IIT Delhi, showcased how students nationwide are using artificial intelligence to build safer and more inclusive communities. The theme for this year, “AI for a Safer, Smarter and Inclusive Bharat,” attracted thousands of young innovators designing real-world, socially impactful solutions. Student teams presented ideas ranging from AI-based surveillance systems and women’s safety applications to smart meters and wearable navigation tools for the visually impaired. Teams such as Chakravyuh, Error 404, Passionate Problem Solver, Sicario, and Percevia stood…

08 Dec

Room for another 25 bps cut, RBI may pause there: Upasna Bhardwaj

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In a statement following the RBI’s monetary policy announcement, Upasna Bhardwaj, Chief Economist at Kotak Mahindra Bank, said the latest rate cut and liquidity steps were broadly anticipated by the market. She said the central bank’s guidance suggests that more accommodation remains possible. “There could be room for an additional 25 basis points cut, taking the final policy rate near 5 per cent,” she remarked. Bhardwaj added that once this level is reached, the RBI may prefer to maintain policy rates unchanged for an extended period while monitoring economic data and global cues.

06 Dec

Meta, in partnership with Ministry of MSME and India SME Forum, to launch AI Chatbot to accelerate digital growth for small businesses

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Meta, in partnership with the Ministry of MSME and the India SME Forum, has announced the launch of an AI-powered chatbot designed to support small businesses across India. The tool, powered by Meta’s Llama model and integrated into WhatsApp, will offer real-time guidance on government schemes, compliance, digital onboarding, credit access and skilling helping MSMEs adopt digital tools more easily. For Kolkata’s vibrant small business ecosystem spanning Burrabazar traders, Salt Lake tech start-ups and city-based manufacturing units the chatbot promises quicker access to reliable information in multiple Indian languages. Entrepreneurs will be able to access support via text and voice,…

05 Dec

Samsung announces the launch of the Galaxy Tab A11+

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Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab A11 in India, introducing a refined tablet designed for entertainment, productivity and everyday use. The device features an 8.7-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate, offering smoother scrolling and an enhanced viewing experience for streaming, browsing and social media. Dolby-engineered dual speakers further elevate multimedia quality, making the tablet suitable for both leisure and communication. Powered by a 6nm-based octa-core processor, the Galaxy Tab A11 promises efficient multitasking and improved performance. The tablet is equipped with a 5100mAh battery that supports long hours of usage, making it suitable for students, professionals and families. It…

05 Dec

With major certification drive, Samsung strengthens future-tech skilling in West Bengal

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In a major push toward building a future-ready workforce, Samsung on Wednesday felicitated 750 students under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme at Brainware University, Kolkata. The certified batch includes 400 graduates in AI Coding & Programming and 350 students in Artificial Intelligence (AI)—a significant addition to the state’s growing digital talent pool. The event was attended by Prof. Sankar Gangopadhyay, Vice Chancellor of Brainware University, Mr. Saroj Aapto, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI), and senior Samsung leadership. Samsung said the initiative is part of its nationwide mission to skill…

05 Dec

RBI Monetary Policy: Will the central bank’s rate cut revive housing demand?

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

The RBI’s 25-basis-point reduction in the repo rate to 5.25% is expected to make loans—especially home loans—more affordable, offering timely relief to buyers facing elevated property prices. Experts believe this could revive interest among first-time, affordable, and mid-income buyers, though the real impact will depend on how quickly banks pass on the lower rates. If transmission is swift, housing sales could strengthen through the rest of FY25 and into early 2026. Industry leaders have welcomed the move, calling it a sign of confidence in stable inflation and a push to support economic growth. They say cheaper borrowing will boost affordability,…

05 Dec

Samsung To Announce 2026 DX Vision At CES First Look Event On January 4

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Samsung Electronics will host The First Look on January 4 at 7:00 PM PST [8.30 AM IST on January 5] in the Latour Ballroom at the Wynn Las Vegas. At the event — set to take place two days before the opening of CES 2026, the world’s largest IT and consumer electronics show — the company will unveil its vision for the DX (Device eXperience) Division in 2026, along with new AI-driven customer experiences. TM Roh, CEO and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division, will be the keynote speaker for The First Look. SW Yong, President and Head of the…

05 Dec

Tinder’s Year in Swipe™ 2025: Hope is hot, and bare-minimal is not—from clear-coding to hot tech dating

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Tinder’s Year in Swipe™ 2025 reveals that young singles across India, including Kolkata, are stepping into 2026 with a renewed focus on clarity, emotional honesty and confident communication. The findings show a strong shift away from confusion-filled dating patterns toward clear intentions and meaningful conversations. According to Tinder, emerging trends like Clear-Coding where singles state exactly what they want and Hot-Take Dating, where values and opinions shape attraction, are reshaping how young people connect. In 2025, 64% of users said emotional honesty is what dating needs most, while 60% felt clearer communication is essential. Kolkata, one of Tinder’s top metros…