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External Affairs Minister S. Jai shankar on Monday said the philosophy of Advaita could help address global crises by encouraging nations to abandon zero-sum thinking and embrace collective responsibility, dialogue and diplomacy. Addressing the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Sammelan at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on United Nations Day, Jai shankar said the concept of Advaita, or “One Reality”, emphasises humanity’s indivisibility and the need to prioritise shared interests over narrow national perspectives. According to a Ministry of External Affairs statement, he said nations must focus on common goals and unity rather than pursuing victories at the expense of others.…

Akasa Air, India’s fastest-growing airline, has expanded its network beyond 200 daily departures, increasing flight frequencies and adding new connections across major domestic and international markets. Announcing the expansion on October 23, the airline said it had strengthened connectivity across key economic centres and emerging destinations. Anand Srinivasan, co-founder and chief commercial officer, said the strategy focused on disciplined growth, improved schedules, greater passenger choice and service excellence. In Kolkata, Akasa Air has increased operations to 95 weekly departures, connecting the city non-stop to eight destinations. The airline has also established a crew base in Kolkata to support its expanding…

Jawa Yezdi and BSA Motorcycles are strengthening their after-sales support by expanding access to genuine spare parts through an authorised distribution network across India, aiming to improve availability and reduce service turnaround times. The initiative will enable customers, workshops and service partners to source genuine components beyond the dealership network. Authorised distribution partners are being established across multiple strategic locations to improve access in urban, semi-urban and emerging markets. The expansion comes as the brands continue to grow their motorcycle portfolio and Nomad Kommuniti, reinforcing their focus on customer feedback, product reliability and a more convenient ownership experience. The availability…

Bonita Das, an Instamart delivery partner in Dibrugarh, has combined her journey towards financial independence with community service by mobilising relief for flood-affected families in Assam. After completing Class 12, Das joined Instamart when the service launched in Dibrugarh in May 2026. The flexible working hours helped her nearly triple her income, contribute towards building her family's home and save for her dream of opening a bakery specialising in cakes and pastries. Das said previous full-time jobs required eight to nine hours of work without providing sufficient income. Delivery work, she said, allowed her to manage her schedule and family…

Sanofi Consumer Health care India Limited (BSE: 544250; NSE: SANOFICONR) reported a 12% year-on-year increase in revenue to ₹2,631 million for the third quarter of 2026, supported by 19% growth in domestic sales and improved performance across key brands. The company’s profit before tax rose 22% year-on-year to ₹1,027 million, while earnings per share (EPS) increased by ₹5.95, representing a 22% growth. Managing Director Himanshu Bakshi said the performance reflected disciplined strategy execution, volume expansion and market share gains across key brands. He added that investments in brand building, distribution expansion and engagement with health care professionals were helping the…

Axis Max Life Insurance Limited has partnered with Tata Fintech, a subsidiary of Tata Digital, to expand access to life insurance products through Tata Neu, India's omnichannel loyalty and financial services app. Under the partnership, Tata Neu customers will be able to explore and purchase select life insurance products offered by Axis Max Life, including protection plans and long-term savings solutions. The collaboration aims to simplify access to insurance by integrating financial planning options into a digital platform used for various financial and lifestyle needs. Sumit Madan, managing director and chief executive officer of Axis Max Life, said the partnership…

Medanta – The Medicityis expanding access to advanced kidney transplant care through its minimally invasive robotic surgery programme, offering patients from Guwahati and the Northeast consultation and referral options to its Gurugram hospital. More than 2 lakh people in India are estimated to require kidney transplants, but only around 13,600 procedures were performed in 2023, according to a study published in the Indian Journal of Nephrology. With living donors accounting for most transplants, minimally invasive donor surgery remains an important consideration. Dr. Prasun Ghosh, Chairman of Urology, Robotic Surgery and Kidney Transplant at Medanta Gurugram, said robotic technology enables complex…

ICICI Life Insurance Limited has launched ICICI Life Guaranteed Indexed Pension, a retirement income product combining lifelong guaranteed income with the potential for market-linked growth, as the insurer expands its portfolio of long-term financial planning solutions. The product allows customers to select a guaranteed annuity component ranging from 60% to 100%, with the remaining portion linked to the NIFTY 50 Total Return Index. The structure offers income stability while providing an opportunity to benefit from market performance and address the impact of inflation on retirement finances. Vikas Gupta, chief product officer at ICICI Life Insurance, said increasing life expectancy, rising…

Coca-Cola India brought its beverage portfolio closer to consumers during Durga Puja through a series of festive activations across West Bengal, combining local food experiences, cultural traditions and community gatherings. The initiatives featured Maaza, Sprite, Thums Up, Kinley, Minute Maid and Powerade across residential neighbourhoods, popular food destinations, retail outlets and pandals. Maaza introduced festive installations, mocktails through its Kolkata Mixology experience and MaazaAamontron, celebrating Bengal’s tradition of invitations and reunions. Coca-Cola also promoted Laal Mejheadda spaces, reflecting Kolkata’s culture of social gatherings. Sprite’s Sprite x Spicy Pujo Challenge turned popular food streets into interactive hubs, while Thums Up partnered…

Indriya, the jewellery brand of the Aditya Birla Group, has unveiled what it describes as India's largest sustainable jewellery Rangavalli, crafted from grains, at Orion Mall and Shri Sathya Ganapathi Shirdi Sai Baba Temple in Bengaluru to celebrate the country's cultural heritage and festive traditions. The installations, spanning 400 square feet at Orion Mall and 1,600 square feet at the temple, were inspired by the Padmika design from Indriya's festive jewellery collection. The artwork recreated the intricate detailing of a 22-carat gold necklace featuring GulabiMeenakari, a rare pink enamel craft, floral patterns and the motif of Goddess Lakshmi seated on…