Business Bureau

Indriya, the jewellery brand from the Aditya Birla Group, has unveiled Padmika, a new 22kt gold festive collection inspired by Goddess Lakshmi and the symbolism of prosperity, auspiciousness and new beginnings. The collection combines traditional Indian craftsmanship with contemporary designs, drawing inspiration from the story of Lakshmi’s emergence during the Samudra Manthan. Its design vocabulary incorporates auspicious motifs including the lotus, Goddess Lakshmi, Gaja, Shankh, Shriphal, Kalash and Kasu coins. A key feature of Padmika is the revival of Gulabi Meenakari, a traditional pink enamel craft, alongside accents of Blue Meenakari. Pink Banarasi Meenakari is used across lotus petals and…

Tata Trusts, which hold a 66 per cent stake in Tata Sons Private Limited (TSPL), have proposed a strategic reorganisation of the company through the merger of Tata Electronics Systems Solutions Private Limited (TESS) and Tata Consulting Engineers (TCE) with TSPL. According to the proposal, the reorganisation would result in the combined entity no longer being classified as a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) or a Core Investment Company (CIC), while retaining the Tata Group’s existing operating structure. As of March 31, 2026, the proposed amalgamated entity would have operating revenues of Rs 1,05,043crore, compared with Rs 40,072 crore in income…

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance paid an average individual death claim of Rs 15 lakh in FY2026, continuing to lead the industry for the second consecutive year and highlighting the role of life insurance in strengthening household financial security. Publicly available industry data over the past six financial years shows that the company’s average individual death claim increased from around Rs 10 lakh in FY2021 to Rs 15 lakh in FY2026. The average has remained in the Rs 14-15 lakh range over the last four years, underlining the importance of aligning insurance coverage with changing incomes, liabilities and family responsibilities. The…

H&M Beauty has named actor Sharvari as its first-ever brand ambassador in India, as the fashion retailer looks to expand its beauty business and connect with a new generation of consumers. Announced on October 3, the partnership will see Sharvari front the brand’s beauty communications in India, bringing her personal style and approach to beauty to the campaign. Sharvari said she was excited to join the brand, adding that beauty should be accessible, effortless and a means of self-expression rather than conforming to a particular standard. Helena Kuylenstierna, director of H&M India, said the beauty category had completed its first…

Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, actors Alia Bhatt, Rami Malek, Sonam Kapoor and Simone Ashley, and singer Shreya Ghoshal will join filmmaker Karan Johar for The Earthshot Prize 2026 Awards Night in Mumbai on November 17, with Prime Video announced as the exclusive global streaming partner. The event, sponsored by the Serum Institute of India, will bring together 5,000 distinguished guests to celebrate environmental leadership. The ceremony will be streamed across more than 240 countries and territories in over 40 languages, marking the first time the awards will reach a global audience through Prime Video. Founded by Prince William in 2020,…

GRM Foods Pvt. Ltd. has unveiled a refreshed packaging identity for its Rehaan Classic 1121 Extra Long Grain Basmati Rice, aiming to strengthen the brand’s visibility and recognition across retail shelves and trade channels. The company said the new packaging introduces a contemporary visual identity while maintaining the product’s existing quality and proposition for wholesalers, distributors, commission agents, retailers, mandi traders and consumers. Commenting on the launch, Yanshil Garg, Managing Director, GRM Foods Pvt. Ltd., said, “The refreshed packaging is an important step in strengthening the identity of Rehaan Classic and making the brand more distinctive and recognisable across markets.…

Vi Business, the enterprise arm of Vodafone Idea Limited, on Thursday announced a strategic partnership with Cisco to strengthen its Hybrid SD-WAN portfolio and help enterprises modernise their network infrastructure amid growing cloud adoption and distributed operations. The partnership combines Cisco Meraki’s secure multi-WAN capabilities with Vi Business’ managed connectivity services to provide enterprises with secure, agile and scalable networks. Vi Business launched its Hybrid SD-WAN solution in 2023, integrating SD-WAN, security and multi-cloud capabilities with diverse connectivity options, including leased lines, broadband and cellular networks. Powered by Cisco Meraki, the solution offers a single dashboard for managing SD-WAN, application…

The Government of India has issued a fresh warning to Indian citizens against joining the Russian Armed Forces, cautioning that the move could expose them to serious and potentially fatal risks. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement issued on September 30, said it had repeatedly highlighted the dangers associated with Indians being recruited into the Russian military over the past two years. It urged citizens seeking employment abroad to exercise extreme caution and avoid unverified job offers from agents or non-governmental entities. The MEA said it had also come across cases where individuals voluntarily sought opportunities to…

West Bengal is facing a growing burden of diabetes and related metabolic disorders, prompting doctors to call for early screening and a more comprehensive approach to metabolic health. The ICMR-INDIAB study found that 13.7% of the state’s population has diabetes, while another 23.5% has prediabetes. Hypertension was reported among 42.4% and high cholesterol among 27% of the population. The concern is particularly evident in urban Kolkata. A community-based study of 388 adults aged 18-49 years found metabolic syndrome in 44.6% of participants. Central obesity affected 68.6%, while elevated fasting glucose, raised blood pressure and low HDL cholesterol were reported in…

TVS Motor Company has announced the sixth edition of its flagship motorcycling festival, TVS MotoSoul 6.0, scheduled to be held in Goa on December 11 and 12, 2026. The two-day festival will bring together riders, racers, creators, musicians and motorcycle enthusiasts, with a focus on performance, technology, adventure, customisation, culture and community. Over the years, MotoSoul has served as a platform for product launches, technology showcases, custom motorcycle builds, merchandise and rider programmes. Notable highlights from previous editions include the 2023 launch of the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V with dual-channel ABS and voice assist, the 2024 showcase of the…