Business Bureau

A series of fire incidents across the country, including recent cases in Goa, has renewed concerns over the preparedness of small enterprises, particularly in Guwahati, to withstand major disruptions. Industry observers note that while the city hosts a wide mix of businesses from tea warehousing and logistics to retail, hospitality, and small manufacturing many units remain either underinsured or inadequately insured, increasing their exposure to fire, natural disasters, and business interruption risks. TATA AIG has called for immediate reassessment of insurance protection among SMEs. Its SME Business Insurance Solutions offer cover for fire and allied perils, machinery breakdown, employee hospitalization…

Johnson’s Baby has strengthened its long-running neonatal care initiative by supporting the training of more than two lakh healthcare workers across India to handle birth asphyxia, one of the leading causes of newborn deaths within 24 hours of birth. The programme, running for 16 years in partnership with a leading paediatrician association, focuses on Neonatal Resuscitation life-saving interventions needed in the first minute of birth. India records nearly 1.25 lakh newborn deaths annually due to conditions such as birth asphyxia, which is preventable with timely action. States like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar have shown progress, but reducing neonatal mortality remains…

Dr. Moode Jayanth,Consultant Surgical Gastroenterologist & Robotic Surgeon, Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad says, It has long been believed that cirrhosis, a chronic liver condition marked by liver tissue scarring, is permanent. Recent studies, however, show that the liver can regenerate and cure itself under specific circumstances, providing individuals with this severe condition with new hope. The final stage of increasing liver damage is cirrhosis, which is frequently brought on by autoimmune diseases, fatty liver disease, heavy alcohol use, and hepatitis B and C. Scar tissue from repeated injuries impairs liver function and may result in potentially fatal consequences. Liver transplantation was…

Samsung’s latest foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, has begun drawing strong attention from technology enthusiasts, with interest rising in major markets including Kolkata as the device goes on sale globally. The Galaxy Z TriFold marks a major step in foldable smartphone design, offering a 10-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display when unfolded twice. The large screen supports multitasking by allowing users to run up to three portrait-sized apps simultaneously, making it suitable for professionals and content creators. Samsung has equipped the device with a 6.5-inch outer display, ensuring smooth visuals even when folded. Features such as Vision Booster adjust colour…

Winter comes with cozy nights and festive cheer, yet it also brings a familiar challenge for many: dry, dull, and sensitive skin. The cold air pulls moisture from our skin, leaving it susceptible to flakiness and irritation. Topical skincare can help, but lasting nourishment starts from within. She explains that winter dryness is not only a skincare concern but also a nutritional one. She highlights the importance of incorporating foods rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, and omega-3, such as fatty fish and California Almonds. Including almonds in your daily diet can nourish the skin from within, helping it…

Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) 2025 programme has spotlighted India’s young innovators who are using artificial intelligence to address real-world challenges in health, hygiene, and emotional wellbeing. The nationwide initiative, conducted in partnership with IIT Delhi, invited thousands of students to design AI-first solutions to improve healthcare accessibility. Several standout teams developed practical tools for early detection, mobility support, and inclusive communication. Projects included an AI model to detect subclinical silicosis (Alchemist), a low-cost bionic hand (BRHM), AI glasses converting speech to text (Hear Bright), and a predictive breast health app (Pink Brigadiers). The theme winner, Paraspeak, developed by 16-year-old…

HRS Aluglaze Ltd has announced that it plans to raise up to ₹50.92 crore through its Initial Public Offering (IPO), which will open for subscription on December 11 and close on December 15. The shares will be listed on the BSE SME platform after the public issue. The company will issue 53.04 lakh equity shares in a price band of ₹94 to ₹96 per share. The minimum application size for retail investors is 2,400 shares, equivalent to a minimum investment of ₹2,30,400 at the upper price band. According to the company, the funds raised will be used for setting up…

The Academy of Vedic Vidya (AVV) on Wednesday announced the launch of Treasures of Veda (TOV), India’s first luxury spiritual lifestyle brand, aimed at bringing authentic Vedic knowledge into modern living. Unveiled in Kolkata, the brand combines traditional Vedic science with contemporary design and premium craftsmanship. According to AVV, Treasures of Veda is positioned in the high-end spiritual lifestyle segment and is targeted at consumers seeking refined and energetically aligned spiritual products.The brand offers a curated range of gemstones, rudrakshas, healing crystals, yantras and puja kits. Each product is astrologically validated, mantra-energised and Vedic-cleansed to align with individual spiritual needs.…

Samsung has announced a renewed innovation strategy as it completes 30 years in India, placing Indian talent and local product development at the centre of its next growth phase. The company, which posted revenue of ₹1.11 lakh crore, said its new vision #PoweringInnovationForIndia will expand India-led design, manufacturing, and AI-based technologies across its global portfolio. Samsung said India now houses two major manufacturing plants, three R&D centres, and a design facility, all contributing to products used worldwide. Over 14,000 patents have been filed from India, reflecting the country’s rising role in cutting-edge technology development. Kolkata’s consumer electronics market, one of…

Johns Hopkins University (JHU) has partnered with Great Learning to launch a 10-week AI in Healthcare program, a move that has drawn strong attention from Kolkata’s growing medical and health-tech community. The online program, designed by JHU faculty, enables healthcare professionals to apply artificial intelligence to preventive care, diagnostics, operations, and decision-making. The course does not require coding knowledge and is aimed at doctors, researchers, pharmaceutical professionals, consultants, and policymakers. Participants receive a Certificate of Completion from Johns Hopkins University along with six Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Industry observers in Kolkata say the city’s hospitals and tech-enabled diagnostic centers are…