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Johnson’s® Baby has launched its new Milk & Rice skincare range for babies, accompanied by the 'PoshanKaPehlaSparsh' campaign inspired by the traditional Indian Annaprashan, or Mukhe Bhaat, ceremony. The campaign reimagines the cultural milestone by introducing the concept of a 'Food for Skin Ritual', highlighting nourishment for a baby's delicate skin from the very first days of life. The new Johnson’s®️ Baby Milk & Rice Range is formulated with milk proteins, rice bran protein, Vitamin E, glycerin and a multivitamin complex to nourish and help protect a newborn's delicate skin barrier while providing long-lasting moisturisation. The range comprises a Soap,…

HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka, has launched a Special Oncology Outpatient Department (OPD) in Guwahati to improve access to specialist cancer consultations amid the rising cancer burden in India. The initiative aims to help patients receive timely expert advice closer to home, reducing the need to travel for advanced oncology consultations and treatment.The specialised OPD will operate every second Sunday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at UHS, Vista Super Specialty Clinic in Lachit Nagar, Guwahati. Consultations will be provided by Dr. Bikram Kumar Deka, Consultant – Surgical Oncology at HCMCT Manipal Hospital, Dwarka. The launch comes as cancer cases continue…

PAN Health, one of India's leading disposable personal hygiene companies, is accelerating its growth strategy by expanding its product portfolio across baby care, women's hygiene and adult care while strengthening its manufacturing capabilities under the Government of India's 'Make in India' initiative. The company said it is leveraging its flagship brands—Little Angel, Everteen and Liberty—to address evolving consumer demand for affordable, high-quality hygiene products across every stage of life. A key driver of the company's expansion is its manufacturing facility in Rajkot, Gujarat, described by PAN Health as India's largest disposable personal hygiene manufacturing campus. Established in 2017, the 30-acre…

Shyam Metalics and Energy Ltd. has commenced commercial production at its aluminium foil manufacturing facility in Sambalpur, Odisha, marking a key milestone in its expansion into value-added downstream aluminium products. The company is investing around ₹800 crore in the aluminium facilities, with its Aluminium Flat Rolled Products (FRP) plant scheduled to begin commercial operations by the end of September 2026. The newly commissioned aluminium foil unit, operated by SMEL Steel Structural Pvt. Ltd., has an installed capacity of 18,000 tonnes per annum (TPA) and will manufacture premium-grade foils ranging from 6 to 40 microns in thickness. The upcoming FRP facility…

JSW MG Motor India has strengthened its long-term electric mobility strategy with the unveiling of MG ADAPT (Advance Drive Architecture Platform Technology), India's first Multi New Energy Vehicle (NEV) platform designed to support Electric Vehicles (EVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) and Range Extender Electric Vehicles (REEVs) on a single intelligent architecture. The company also announced plans to introduce one EV and one PHEV built on the platform by FY 2026-27, expanding its future-ready product pipeline. Developed as a modular architecture, MG ADAPT integrates a dedicated hybrid engine, a dedicated battery system, India's first 10-in-1 Intelligent…

Global healthcare technology company Medtronic and Apollo Hospitals have partnered to establish an advanced 11-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, aimed at strengthening critical care infrastructure and accelerating healthcare innovation. Branded as the “ICU of the Future,” the facility integrates Medtronic’s Acute Care & Monitoring (ACM) technologies and is expected to serve as a real-world clinical innovation hub for the company’s research and development initiatives. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals Group, Manpreet Singh, Chief Executive Officer, Apollo HealthAxis, and Mandeep Singh Kumar, Managing Director…

Sunrise Pure Masala, part of ITC Ltd., organised its flagship Shuddhotsav  initiative during the Ambubachi Mela 2026 at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, serving thousands of devotees through a community outreach programme held from June 21 to 26. As part of the six-day initiative, the brand served freshly prepared khichdi to more than 500 devotees every day and engaged with over 3,000 visitors at the festival venue. The programme combined community service with consumer engagement activities, reinforcing the brand's presence among devotees attending one of Northeast India's largest and most revered religious gatherings. Commenting on the initiative, Piyush Mishra, Business…

World of Hyatt has expanded its regional collaboration with fitness racing series HYROX to India, offering a range of travel and hospitality benefits aimed at racers and spectators attending upcoming events in the country. The expansion builds on Hyatt's role as the Official Regional Hotel Partner for HYROX across Asia Pacific and introduces the race-cation concept to Indian race destinations. As part of the initiative, actor and fitness enthusiast MilindSoman has joined the collaboration to promote fitness-focused travel experiences. HYROX, one of the world's fastest-growing fitness racing series, combines running with functional workout stations in a standardised race format and…

Shalimar Paints has launched Xtra Tough Hi-Sheen, a premium exterior emulsion aimed at meeting the growing demand for durable and high-performance exterior coatings in India. The company said the new product combines long-lasting protection with a high-sheen finish, offering homeowners an exterior paint solution designed to withstand varied climatic conditions while maintaining its appearance over time. The newly introduced exterior emulsion features an advanced dust-repellent formulation that helps prevent dirt accumulation, along with anti-algal and anti-fungal properties to protect walls from moisture-related damage. Powered by UV & Sun Reflect Technology, the product is designed to minimise heat absorption and reduce…

Building materials company Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. has reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of FY27, backed by higher cement sales, improved profitability and progress in its capacity expansion programme. The company posted a 20 per cent year-on-year rise in Profit After Tax (PAT) to Rs. 160 crore, while EBITDA increased 7 per cent to Rs. 572 crore, marking its highest-ever first-quarter EBITDA. Consolidated total income grew 9 per cent year-on-year to Rs. 3,129 crore, with cement sales volume rising 5 per cent to 5.3 million metric tonnes (MMT). The company also inaugurated a 2 MMTPA grinding…