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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) on Monday announced a strategic partnership with Google and Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCS University) to advance the adoption of artificial intelligence in higher and vocational education. The announcement was made on the 123rd birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Chaudhary Charan Singh. The collaboration aims to transform CCS University into India’s first AI-enabled university, with a focus on improving employability and bridging the India–Bharat divide. By leveraging AI tools, the initiative seeks to empower youth from Tier-2 and Tier-3 regions, addressing language, access and skill gaps. Speaking on…

As Christmas celebrations gather pace across the country, Organic India has shared a festive baking recipe that offers a healthier twist to a traditional favourite. The company has introduced an eggless plum cake recipe made without refined sugar, using Organic India Jaggery powder as the natural sweetener. The recipe has been crafted by chef Deepak Gore, formerly associated with Venky’s India Pvt Ltd and Godrej Tyson Foods Ltd. According to the company, the initiative is aimed at encouraging conscious festive eating while retaining the familiar taste of Christmas desserts. The cake blends dried fruits soaked in orange juice, mixed nuts,…

UTI Mutual Fund has announced the relocation of its UTI Financial Centre (UFC) in Kalyani, with the change coming into effect from December 22, 2025. According to the company, the Kalyani UFC will now operate from UTI Asset Management Company Ltd, B-8/25 (CA), 1st Floor, Kalyani – 741235, Nadia, West Bengal. The opening of the new facility will be attended by AnindyaSengupta, Zonal Head, along with Subhadeep Ganguly, Chief Manager : Kolkata UFC and SanchitaGhose, Chief Manager, Salt Lake UFC. The relocation is aimed at ensuring smoother operations and improved access for investors in the region. UTI Mutual Fund said…

TVS Motor Company has rolled out a nationwide service campaign aimed at encouraging customers to begin the New Year with a focus on vehicle health and safety. Titled ‘Resolve, Refresh & Ride’, the campaign will run from December 20, 2025, to January 5, 2026, across all authorised TVS service centres in India. The initiative underlines the importance of regular servicing to maintain safety, performance and riding comfort. It also reflects the company’s customer-focused approach, with an emphasis on improving ownership experience beyond the purchase of the vehicle. During the campaign period, customers can avail a comprehensive vehicle health check covering…

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Wadhwani Foundation to deliver comprehensive employability and life-skills modules for adolescent girls under Project NAVYA. The programme is jointly implemented by MSDE and the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD). The collaboration aims to move beyond traditional vocational training by embedding workplace safety, financial skills and critical life competencies into the learning journey of adolescent girls. A common holistic development module has been introduced for Project NAVYA beneficiaries and is being provided free of cost by the Wadhwani Foundation. “These modules…

Tata Coffee Grand stands as a pioneer in the instant coffee segment, offering a rich, fresh, and aromatic coffee experience to consumers across India. Crafted by the House of Tata, this innovative blend brings together the finest coffee powder and unique ‘flavour-locked decoction crystals.’ This first-of-its-kind combination captures the essence of freshly brewed coffee, offering a superior taste experience. Rooted in Tata’s long-standing legacy in coffee, built on decades of expertise and trust, Tata Coffee Grand seamlessly blends heritage with modern innovation to cater to evolving consumer tastes. At the core of its uniqueness are the flavour-locked decoction crystals, which…

Organic India, from the house of Tata Consumer Products Limited, has celebrated Kisan Diwas by honouring the farming communities who stand at the heart to nurture the land with devotion, integrity, and generational wisdom. Building on last year’s “Hands That Nurture Nature” tribute, the brand once again spotlights farmers as co‑creators of its vision for a healthy and more conscious world. Over the past two decades, Organic India has partnered with over 2,000 organic farmers across regions, transforming an initiative in sustainable agriculture into a thriving ecosystem rooted in trust, fair partnerships, and shared prosperity.  From soil preparation to harvesting…

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has strengthened its future-tech skilling efforts in Andhra Pradesh by certifying 750 students under the Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme in Visakhapatnam. The certifications were awarded through back-to-back felicitation ceremonies held at Vignan’s Institute of Information Technology and DIET College, marking a key milestone in Samsung’s ongoing digital skilling initiatives. At Vignan College, 500 students completed industry-oriented courses, with 250 trained in Artificial Intelligence and another 250 in Coding and Programming. The felicitation ceremony, held on December 12, was attended by senior officials and education leaders, who highlighted the growing demand for technology skills…

The original FIFA World Cup Trophy will return to India after 12 years as part of the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The Trophy will be showcased in New Delhi and Guwahati from January 10–13, 2026, giving fans a rare opportunity to see football’s most iconic prize. The tour marks the 20th anniversary of the global Trophy Tour and comes as FIFA gears up for its biggest-ever World Cup across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The Trophy will land in New Delhi on January 10 with a ceremonial FIFA Charter…

The teaser reflects Samsung’s vision of integrating AI across its products and services, has positioned the company as a trusted partner that enhances and supports AI experiences throughout users’ daily lives. Designed to build anticipation for the event, the video uses vibrant lights and lines to form silhouettes of new innovations set to debut at The First Look, symbolizing the seamless integration of AI across Samsung’s portfolio. In the final scene, the light flows into Wynn Las Vegas, where the event will be held, revealing the theme. The First Look 2026 will officially kick off on January 4 at 7…