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Shalimar Paints has launched Hero Titan X16 and Zero Damp Titan X16, an integrated two-layer exterior protection system aimed at the premium and ultra-luxury residential segment. The company said the system combines waterproofing, exterior aesthetics and a Thermal Barrier Mechanism, backed by dual 16-year warranties for waterproofing and durability. Zero Damp Titan X16 serves as the waterproofing base coat and uses PU-Silicone Elastomeric Matrix Technology, offering elasticity, adhesion and crack-bridging capability of up to 3mm. Hero Titan X16, applied as the upper layer, features Tri-Shield Polymer Technology and Photo-Stable Colour Lock Technology. According to the company, the system can reduce…

Weddingz, the weddings and events business of PRISM, plans to scale its network of company-serviced banquets to 50 venues across key Indian markets in 2026, building on the 25 banquets it has successfully launched across India with encouraging response. The company will focus its rollout on cities such as Gurugram, Kolkata, Jaipur, Ghaziabad, Patna and Mumbai, where the model has already received an encouraging response. The expansion marks a significant push into professionally operated venue management in India’s fast-growing celebrations, events and banqueting sector. Under the company-serviced model, Weddingz brings its technology, hospitality expertise, sales capabilities and operating systems directly…

Kalyan Jewellers has announced the launch of its redesigned showrooms at Lachit Nagar and A.T. Road in Guwahati, with Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn scheduled to inaugurate the outlets on September 23 at 5 pm and 5:45 pm, respectively. The revamped showrooms will feature contemporary jewellery collections and an upgraded shopping experience. The outlets will also mark Kalyan Jewellers’ third outlet in Assam, as the company continues to expand its presence in the state. Ramesh Kalyanaraman, Executive Director, Kalyan Jewellers, said Assam remains an important market for the company and that the redesigned stores are aimed at providing customers with greater…

Mahindra & Mahindra has expanded its XUV 3XO REVX line-up with the introduction of the XUV 3XO REVX EDGE, priced from ₹9.39 lakh (ex-showroom), while also adding a petrol automatic variant of the REVX M(O) at ₹9.99 lakh. The REVX EDGE is offered with 1.2-litre mStallionTCMPFi petrol and 1.5-litre turbo-diesel engines, with manual, automatic and AMT options across variants. The EDGE gets black leatherette seats, a 26.03 cm HD infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise control, rear-view camera, rear AC vents and rear armrest. The EDGE (O), priced from ₹9.89 lakh, additionally gets a panoramic sunroof, roof…

The Hotel Association of India (HAI) has called for policy reforms, infrastructure support and stronger government-industry collaboration to unlock the potential of India’s hospitality sector and support the country’s Vision 2047. The call was made at the 7th HAI Hoteliers’ Conclave, inaugurated by Union Tourism and Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat at Taj Palace, New Delhi. Held under the theme ‘Re-Engineering Hospitality’, the conclave focused on investment, infrastructure, employment, destination development, technology, sustainability, talent and MICE tourism. HAI also welcomed the Ministry of Tourism and NITI Aayog’s focus on hospitality deregulation and reiterated demands for infrastructure status, development of new…

Dr. Tarun Kumar Saha is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician at Yashoda Hospital, Somajiguda, Hyderabad says, Diabetes and hypertension are often treated as separate conditions. In reality, they are closely connected and can progressively damage the heart, blood vessels and kidneys. Uncontrolled blood sugar injures the small blood vessels that filter blood in the kidneys, while high blood pressure increases pressure within these delicate filters. Over time, this may lead to chronic kidney disease, heart disease and, in advanced cases, dialysis.  A more successful method of stopping this cycle is the Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) approach. It acknowledges the interdependence…

The 22nd Brajamohan Sarma Memorial Annual Lecture will be held in Guwahati on September 20, focusing on the ecological significance of the Brahmaputra and the impact of human interventions on the river and civilisation in Assam. Organised by the Brajamohan Sarma Memorial Trust, the annual lecture will feature Rituraj Phukan, founder of the Indigenous Climate Justice Forum, climate activist and author, as the speaker. The lecture, titled “Brahmaputra in peril: Ecology, human interventions and civilization in Assam”, will examine issues surrounding the river’s ecological condition and its relationship with human settlements and civilisation in the state. The programme is scheduled…

Ozone Pharmaceuticals Ltd. has launched ‘Ozone Shield’, a dedicated security, legal and emotional wellbeing support initiative for doctors facing violence, harassment and medico-legal challenges. The initiative, described by the company as the first of its kind by an Indian pharmaceutical company, was formally launched by DrKiran Bedi (IPS), former Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, at a special event in New Delhi. The company cited a nationwide survey by experts from AIIMS, Safdarjung Hospital and VMMC covering more than 1,500 healthcare workers. The survey found that 78.4 per cent had faced threats while on duty, while 58.2 per cent did not feel…

Renault India has resumed vehicle exports to Sri Lanka, taking its international export footprint to 16 countries, with the first shipment of 100 Made-in-India vehicles dispatched from Chennai. The consignment comprises the all-new Triber, Kwid and Kiger and marks Renault’s return to the Sri Lankan market in partnership with AMW Motors, one of the country’s leading automotive distributors. The partnership is expected to support the company’s renewed commercial presence and provide a base for further expansion. Francisco Hidalgo, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Renault India, said the resumption of exports was an important step in the company’s international growth journey.…

This festive season, Coca-Cola India is bringing its diverse beverage portfolio closer to consumers, offering refreshment and hydration across the occasions that shape their festive experience. Expanding its presence across Maharashtra and other regions, the company is connecting with local communities by bringing distinct brand experiences directly to vibrant pandals, neighborhood housing societies, and on-the-go hotspots. By ensuring beloved beverages are easily accessible across countless local stores, Coca-Cola is making it simpler for friends and families to share moments of joy during the festivities. Maaza will bring a distinctive community experience to a multitude of housing societies across the region…