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08 Oct

Udhyam Vyapaar’s Istri Project boosts street vendors’ income by Rs 100 crore nationwide

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Udhyam Vyapaar announced a major milestone today as its flagship initiative, The Istri Project, helped street ironing vendors across India achieve a cumulative income uplift of ₹100 crore as of September 2025. The project supports vendors in switching from traditional coal-based iron boxes to LPG-powered ones at subsidised rates, reducing fuel costs by nearly half and increasing daily productivity by up to two hours. Over the past four years, the initiative has expanded from one city to five, enabling more than 8,000 vendors to adopt cleaner fuel alternatives. Participating vendors have reported an average income increase of 25%, while the…

08 Oct

Instamart brings festive cheer to Kolkata with InstaUllulympics and ‘Ullu-Ullu’ fun

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Instamart, India’s leading quick commerce platform, elevated Durga Pujo celebrations this year with its innovative InstaUllulympics, inspired by the traditional “ullu-ullu” cheers that resonate across pandals. The platform hosted a live game at Singhi Pandal, challenging participants to maintain their “ullu-ullu” chants across five levels, unlocking festive gifts ranging from sweets and sarees to premium brass and silver items. The longer the cheer, the higher the rewards, blending tradition with Instamart’s promise of delivering festive essentials in just 10 minutes. For those unable to visit Singhi Pandal, Instamart launched the InstaUllulympics on its app for Kolkata users. Participants could engage…

07 Oct

ITC Mangaldeep brings Pujo traditions to life with innovative Dhuno Tunnel at Singhi Park

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This Durga Puja, ITC Mangaldeep, India’s leading incense brand, reimagined festive traditions at Singhi Park Durga Puja pandal by introducing a unique Dhuno Tunnel, blending devotion with technology. The sensor-led tunnel transformed visitors’ movements into a virtual Dhunachi Naach experience, allowing devotees to pay tribute to MaaDurga in an interactive and memorable way. Nine life-sized Mangaldeep Dhuno Cups enhanced the sensory experience, immersing families, youth, and devotees in the spirit of the festival. Singhi Park welcomed nearly 1.5 lakh visitors daily, many of whom actively participated in the installation. Rohit Dogra, Divisional CEO of Matches and Agarbatti Division at ITC,…

07 Oct

JawaYezdi launches limited-edition ‘Yezdi Coffee’ to celebrate World Coffee Day

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JawaYezdi Motorcycles celebrated World Coffee Day with the launch of its premium, limited-edition single-origin Yezdi Coffee, in partnership with Levista Coffee. The launch coincided with the revival of the iconic JawaYezdi Nomads riding program through the 2025 Nomads Brewscape, ‘Roots to Routes’, an immersive journey from Mysore to Coorg. Riders and enthusiasts experienced the newly launched Yezdi Roadster while exploring Coorg’s rich coffee heritage. Speaking on the launch, Anupam Thareja, Co-founder of Classic Legends, said, “Creating authentic experiences like Nomads rides and Yezdi Coffee connects the spirit of exploration with moments of indulgence. It exemplifies our innovative approach in blending…

07 Oct

Breast Cancer: Coping with the disease physically, mentally, emotionally

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Dr. Kanchan Kaur, Senior Director, Breast Cancer, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon Breast cancer is one of the most common types of cancer found globally, representing one in four of all cancers in women. In 2022, an estimated 23 lakh women were diagnosed with breast cancer across the world, and 6.7 lakh died of the disease. In India, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, and has a high incidence rate in North Eastern states. Strong family history and a documented genetic mutation is the only definite risk factor accounting for only about 10% of all breast cancer…

07 Oct

Mahindra Logistics boosts Eastern India connectivity with 4 lakh sq. ft. warehousing in Guwahati and Agartala

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Mahindra Logistics Limited has expanded its footprint in Eastern India with the launch of two state-of-the-art Grade-A warehousing facilities, adding over 4 lakh sq. ft. of capacity. The Guwahati facility, North-East India’s largest multi-client warehouse, spans 3 lakh sq. ft., while the Agartala facility covers 1.3 lakh sq. ft., strategically serving Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, and Manipur. The move aligns with the company’s ‘Go-East’ strategy to strengthen regional supply chains, improve last-mile delivery, and enhance integrated logistics solutions. Positioned as a gateway for cross-border trade with Bangladesh, is expected to significantly improve logistics efficiency in the region. From a market perspective,…

07 Oct

Mirchi Iconic Puja with Amrit Cement brings festive joy to senior citizens, honors Zubeen Garg’s legacy

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This year’s Durga Puja in Guwahati bore a bittersweet note as it marked the first celebration without Assam’s beloved singer Zubeen Garg. Yet, his spirit of compassion and humanitarianism was deeply felt as Mirchi, in collaboration with the Amrit Foundation, organized pandal visits for senior citizens from Ashray Sewa Home, Santaneer Old Age Home, and Mother Care Centre on Sashti and Saptami (28-29 September). Over 40 elders were accompanied by NGO staff to iconic Guwahati pandals, including Triangular Park, Nambari, and Rest Camp Kalibari, where they experienced the vibrant colors, lights, and dhak rhythms. The initiative began with a tribute…

07 Oct

Join Hands Against Cancer: Medanta Hospital Gurgaon’s Initiative for a Healthier Tomorrow

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Medanta – The Medicity, recently recognized as India’s Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six consecutive years, has launched a year-long campaign titled “JaantaHaiMedanta” aimed at raising awareness and promoting action against cancer across India. The initiative begins with a focus on Breast Cancer, which constitutes one in four cancers among women worldwide. Highlighting the urgent need for early detection, Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairman and Managing Director of Medanta, said, “Cancer care must be evidence-based, humane, and accessible. We leverage cutting-edge technologies and medical research to ensure that every patient receives the best possible care, regardless of their stage of…

06 Oct

Ultraviolette expands national presence with new Experience Center in Howrah

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Ultraviolette, India’s leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, today inaugurated its state-of-the-art Experience Centre, the UV Space Station, in Howrah, further solidifying its presence across 25 cities nationwide. The facility, established in partnership with Ultraa Speed Auto, showcases the brand’s performance-oriented motorcycles, including the X-47 Crossover, F77 MACH 2, and F77 SuperStreet, offering end-to-end customer engagement from personalized test rides to dedicated service and genuine spares. The X-47 Crossover, the world’s first radar and camera-integrated commercially launched motorcycle, features a 10.3 kWh battery, IDC range of 323 km, DC fast charging, and advanced safety systems. The F77 models deliver 40.2 hp, 100…

04 Oct

IT giant offering two years’ severance package to laid off employees

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services firm, is reportedly offering severance packages of up to two years' salary to certain employees as part of its ongoing restructuring, driven by the growing focus on AI and changing client requirements, according to a Moneycontrol report. The severance packages are aimed at long-serving employees whose roles have become redundant due to these shifts. This comes weeks after reports suggested TCS might cut around 2% of its workforce, amounting to over 12,000 jobs. Employee union NITES alleged that around 2,500 employees in Pune have been forced to resign, a claim made in…