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India’s sexual wellness industry is witnessing an unprecedented boom, and West Bengal is leading the charge. With a projected total addressable market of $8.7 billion by 2030, the sector is evolving from taboo to trend—driven by growing awareness, digital access, and a cultural shift around intimacy and self-care. Data from MyMuse, a market leader in the space, reveals that 88% of its orders now originate beyond metro hubs like Mumbai and Delhi. West Bengal alone has recorded a 179% year-on-year growth, with non-metro regions such as Darjeeling (2100% spike), Howrah, and North 24 Parganas also showing robust adoption. Kolkata stands…

Punjab National Bank (PNB), Circle Office New Jalpaiguri (Siliguri), celebrated its 131st Foundation Day with a spirited Walkathon Rally, aimed at promoting cyber security awareness among the public. The event kicked off at 6:00 AM and was flagged off by the esteemed Circle Head, Mrs. Sarita Singh, from the Circle Office premises. Marking over a century of banking excellence, the Walkathon saw enthusiastic participation from the Circle Head, staff members from the Circle Office, and employees from various local branches and offices across Siliguri. Their collective presence reflected a strong commitment to both the Bank’s enduring legacy and the growing…

ZFunds, Gurugram-based wealthtech company empowering Mutual Fund Distributors (MFDs) across India, has announced the launch of UPI AutoPay functionality for Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) on its platform. Zfunds, the first platform to empower MFDs, lets customers set up SIPs in just three seconds with only a UPI PIN—no paperwork, debit card details, or net banking needed. Introduced in February, the feature has been adopted by approximately 70% of ZFunds partners as their preferred method for client SIP setup. Currently available for monthly SIPs, the company plans to extend this functionality to daily SIP options in the future. “Our estimates suggest…

On World Health Day, Aditya Birla Health Insurance Co. Ltd. (ABHICL) announced a significant milestone in its ‘Health-First’ journey, with over 1 lakh policyholders earning benefits through its pioneering HealthReturns™ model in FY 2024-25. Designed to promote healthier lifestyles, the model recorded more than 350 billion steps walked by users, reflecting a national shift towards preventive healthcare. The HealthReturns™ initiative encourages policyholders to engage in daily fitness activities such as 10,000 steps or burning 300 calories. Those who achieve 325 Active Dayz™ and maintain a Green Healthy Heart Score™ can earn up to 100% of their premium as rewards. In…

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in partnership with the World Economic Forum (WEF), has launched the India Skills Accelerator, a national platform aimed at bridging skill gaps and fostering a future-ready workforce. The announcement came during a high-level roundtable held at Kaushal Bhawan, New Delhi. The Accelerator seeks to drive systemic change through cross-sectoral collaboration, enhancing awareness around emerging skill needs, fostering stakeholder cooperation, and reforming policy frameworks. The initiative will prioritize inclusive upskilling and reskilling, agile career transitions, and scalable training aligned with high-growth sectors like AI, robotics, and energy. Co-chaired by Union Ministers Shri Jayant…

Millions of individuals worldwide suffer from the common gastrointestinal ailment known as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Chronic stomach pain, bloating, and variations in bowel movements are its signs, and these conditions can have a big influence on day-to-day living. Abdominal pain, cramps, bloating, excessive gas, diarrhea, constipation, or a mix of these are common symptoms. These symptoms can last for days, weeks, or even months and usually vary. While menopausal women often have fewer complaints, women may have more discomfort during their periods. Even though IBS doesn't directly harm the digestive system, extreme symptoms like rectal bleeding or inexplicable weight…

In a major boost to rural housing and livelihood, the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), in partnership with Nashik Zilla Parishad and the Quality Council of India (QCI), has launched the Sampanna Ghar Abhiyan, an ambitious initiative to skill over 1.5 lakh families in Nashik district to construct their own homes under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin. Led by Nashik Zilla Parishad CEO Mrs Ashima Mittal, the project merges housing support with skill development, involving 18 professional associations to deliver hands-on construction training. NSDC will standardise modules and mobilise certified trainers, while Shri Ramkrishna Arogya Sansthan will spearhead grassroots training…

Lloyd, a leading consumer electronics brand from Havells India, has launched its premium Luxuria Collection, unveiling a slew of products including the StunnAir air conditioner, upgraded Stellar and Stylus ACs, the KOLOR refrigerator, Mini LED TV, and Novante washing machine. This expansion marks a significant move into the luxury segment, blending cutting-edge technology with stylish design. The StunnAir AC introduces AI-powered cooling, voice command features, mood lighting, and in-built air purification. The Stylus brings customizable panels, while the Stellar models offer mood-based lighting and quiet performance. The newly launched Masterpiece AC emphasizes seamless, whisper-quiet cooling with inverter technology. Lloyd has…

Edtech giant PhysicsWallah (PW) has strengthened its footprint in West Bengal with the launch of its first tech-enabled offline Vidyapeeth centre in Kharagpur. Located on the 5th and 6th floors of the Atwal Building opposite Kharagpur College on OT Road, the centre aims to make high-quality education more accessible to local students. The centre features advanced classrooms designed to support in-person learning for JEE, NEET, and Foundation courses, along with preparation for Olympiads. Facilities include recorded lectures, daily practice problems, previous year question modules, NCERT support, offline doubt-solving sessions, and a dedicated Student Success Team (SST). A parent-teacher dashboard system…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced a major upgrade to its Urban Cruiser Hyryder, aiming to strengthen its footprint in India’s competitive SUV segment. With a host of new safety, comfort, and convenience features, the updated Hyryder aligns with Toyota’s vision of customer-centric innovation and sustainable mobility. Marking over 1 lakh units sold, the Hyryder now comes with six airbags as standard across all variants, enhanced structural safety, and an electronic parking brake in select automatic models. The AWD variant receives a performance boost with a new 6-speed automatic transmission. Comfort features include ventilated front seats, 8-way power-adjustable driver seat,…