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Renault India has expanded the variant portfolio of its compact SUV Kiger, introducing four new variants across naturally aspirated and turbocharged powertrains in a move aimed at making premium features and turbo performance more accessible to customers in the highly competitive B-SUV segment. With the latest update, the Renault Kiger Turbo now starts at Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the most accessible turbo-powered SUV in the entry B-SUV category. The company has also introduced a new Evolution+ variant across Naturally Aspirated (manual and AMT) and Turbo (manual) versions, with prices starting at Rs 6.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The Evolution+ variant…

The Investor Protection Fund (IPF) of Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) has launched a new investor awareness anthem, ‘Bano Ms. Atmanirbhar Investor’, aimed at encouraging more women to participate in the securities market and make informed financial decisions.Sung by singer, actor and content creator SaiGodbole, the anthem forms part of CDSL IPF’s ongoing ‘AtmanirbHER’ initiative, which seeks to promote financial literacy and empower women to take charge of their financial futures. The campaign has been released through a visually engaging film that traces key milestones in a woman’s life, highlighting how confidence and informed choices can help overcome hesitation…

Tata AIA Life Insurance has launched the Tata AIA Multifactor Index Fund, a new unit-linked insurance plan (ULIP) fund aimed at helping investors navigate market volatility while pursuing long-term wealth creation. The fund combines equity market participation with life insurance protection and follows a passive, rules-based investment strategy.The fund invests in 50 companies selected from the Nifty 500 universe using four key factors—low volatility, quality, value and momentum. According to the company, the low-volatility component is designed to reduce exposure to sharp market swings, while the other factors seek to support sustainable long-term returns. The fund will track the Nifty…

Polycab India Limited, India’s leading wires and cables manufacturer and a fast-growing player in the FMEG segment, marked Electricians’ Day 2026 with a nationwide outreach programme that engaged more than 10,000 electricians and their families across over 900 locations in the country.The initiative, held around Electricians’ Day on June 10, sought to recognise electricians as key contributors to India’s electrical ecosystem and promote awareness about their role in ensuring safe and reliable electrical systems. As part of the campaign, Polycab highlighted electricians as “Electrical Safety Experts” through a social media outreach programme encouraging consumers to acknowledge their contribution to safe…

Renault India has commenced global exports of the all-new Duster, marking a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to strengthen India’s role in its international manufacturing network. The first shipment of 750 units of the SUV departed from Chennai for South Africa, with exports to additional global markets planned in the coming months. The export rollout highlights the growing importance of India within Renault Group’s global operations and aligns with the company’s “futuREady” strategy aimed at expanding manufacturing, engineering and export capabilities from the country. Renault said the move reinforces India’s position as a strategic production hub serving both domestic…

TVS Motor Company celebrated World Motorcycle Day by bringing together more than 1,000 riders across 17 cities in India for a nationwide ride aimed at promoting safe and responsible motorcycling. The initiative saw participation from members of the TVS Apache Owners Group (AOG) and TVS Ronin riding communities, highlighting the company’s focus on fostering a strong riding culture while encouraging road safety awareness. The rides were centred on key safety messages, including the use of protective riding gear, adherence to traffic rules, responsible riding behaviour and respect for local communities and public spaces. TVS Motor said the campaign reflected its…

India has stepped up preparations for the WorldSkills Competition 2026 in Shanghai by sending a 30-member contingent to participate in the Global Skills Challenge (GSC) 2026 in Australia. The team comprises 15 competitors and 15 experts who will represent the country at the international skills simulation event scheduled from June 23 to 29. Organised by WorldSkills Australia, the Global Skills Challenge serves as a full-scale rehearsal of the WorldSkills Competition, allowing participating nations to assess readiness, benchmark performance and gain exposure to international standards. Nearly 600 competitors, experts, translators and officials from member nations are expected to take part in…

Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) has projected that exports from India’s North-Eastern Region (NER) could reach between US$ 929.2 million and US$ 1.5 billion by 2029-30, provided targeted policy interventions, infrastructure upgrades and export diversification measures are implemented across the region. The projection was outlined in a study titled *“India's Northeastern States: Export Landscape and Policy Insight”*, released on Monday during a joint seminar on “MSME: Growth Engine of Northeast Region” organised by India Exim Bank and North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Limited (NEDFi) in Guwahati. The report was unveiled by NEDFi Chairman PVSLN Murty and IIT Guwahati…

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 captures the imagination of football fans across the Northeast, specialists from Medanta–The Medicity have cautioned young footballers and their families about the growing risk of preventable sports injuries, particularly Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears.Dr. AttiqueVasdev, Vice Chairman, Orthopaedics at Medanta Gurugram, said ACL injuries remain among the most serious knee injuries affecting football players, often requiring months of treatment and rehabilitation. He explained that the ligament can tear during sudden changes in direction, awkward landings, or forceful tackles, with symptoms including swelling, severe pain and difficulty bearing weight.According to Dr. Vasdev, football accounts for…

With obesity and excess weight becoming increasingly common in Assam, healthcare experts have called for greater awareness and timely medical intervention, saying treatment options are now more accessible than ever.According to data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5), around 15 per cent of women aged 15-49 years in Assam are obese, while 16 per cent of men are overweight or obese. A 2024 study on obesity and physical inactivity in the state also found higher rates of overweight and obesity in urban areas compared to rural regions, highlighting the impact of changing lifestyles and dietary habits.Doctors at Medanta –…