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JSW MG Motor India has announced that the MG Windsor has emerged as India’s No. 1 selling electric vehicle in 2025, clocking sales of over 46,735 units during the calendar year. The company is the first OEM in the country to achieve such volumes with a single EV model. The Windsor also recorded the highest month-on-month EV sales through 2025, averaging nearly 4,000 units per month. Overall, JSW MG Motor India posted 19% growth for the year, while its EV sales surged by 111% compared to 2024. Windsor sales also grew by more than 20% in Q4 2025 over the…

Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, on the occasion of National Youth Day, has announced the certification of 1,750 students in Uttar Pradesh under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, marking a significant milestone in the company’s youth-skilling efforts in the state. The certification ceremony was held at the City Group of Institutions in Lucknow, in the presence of Smt. Rajni Tiwari, Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh, along with academic leaders and programme partners. With this cohort, the total number of students trained under Samsung Innovation Campus in Uttar Pradesh has reached 3,900, making it one…

West Bengal has strengthened its push for river rejuvenation and urban sanitation with the operationalisation of two major sewerage treatment projects under Phase II of the Namami Gange Mission during the financial year 2025–26. The projects aim to significantly reduce the flow of untreated wastewater into the Ganga River, officials said. The first project, commissioned at Maheshtala in South 24 Parganas district, has been developed at an estimated cost of ₹286.97 crore under the Hybrid Annuity Model. It includes an Interception, Diversion and Treatment system along with a modern Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) of 35 MLD capacity, catering to Maheshtala…

Bandhan Mutual Fund has announced the launch of the Bandhan Gold ETF FoF and Bandhan Silver ETF FoF, two open-ended schemes designed to provide investors with an easy, transparent, and cost-efficient way to participate in gold and silver. The New Fund Offers (NFOs) open on Monday, 12 January 2026, and close on Tuesday, 20 January 2026. Investments in the Bandhan Gold ETF FoF and Bandhan Silver ETF FoF can be made through licensed mutual fund distributors, investment advisors, online platforms, or directly at https://bandhanmutual.com/campaign/nfo/ Vishal Kapoor, CEO, Bandhan AMC, commenting on the launch, said, “Gold and silver can play a…

Actor Ananya Panday has chosen a refreshingly simple approach to welcome the New Year, stepping away from big resolutions and focusing instead on everyday habits that are easy to maintain. In a new Instagram reel shared in collaboration with California Almonds, the actor opens up about the pressure that often comes with the idea of “new year, new me.” In the candid video, Ananya is seen speaking to herself in front of a mirror, acknowledging how quickly time passes and how New Year resolutions can sometimes trigger anxiety. Rather than aiming for perfection, she stresses the importance of consistency and…

Makar Sankranti, which marks the arrival of longer days and the harvest season, is being celebrated across India with traditional fervour. Known by different names such as Pongal, Lohri, Uttarayan and Magh Bihu, the festival symbolises abundance, gratitude and new beginnings. As families prepare festive dishes and sweets, experts are highlighting the importance of mindful nutrition during celebrations. Nutritionists and health experts have pointed to the role of California Almonds in adding balance to festive meals. Rich in protein, healthy fats and antioxidants, almonds are known to support immunity, provide sustained energy and help manage blood sugar levels when consumed…

V-Guard Industries Limited has achieved a major milestone in the home appliances segment with its in-house manufactured induction cooktop model VIC06V1 becoming the first in India to receive a 5-star energy efficiency rating from the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). The recognition highlights V-Guard’s focus on indigenous design, energy-efficient innovation and manufacturing excellence. The VIC06V1 is designed and manufactured at the company’s Perundurai facility and has been engineered to deliver faster, cleaner and environment-friendly cooking while helping users reduce electricity consumption without compromising performance. The cooktop offers a maximum power output of 1600 W, eight power and temperature levels, and…

Nissan has announced a series of senior management changes in its Africa, Middle East, India, Europe, and Oceania (AMIEO) region, designed to strengthen delivery of the Re:Nissan transformation plan and enhance operational efficiency, speed, and customer focus. Effective 1 January 2026, Thierry Sabbagh’s responsibilities have been expanded to include Nissan India, as he becomes Divisional Vice President and President, Middle East, KSA, CIS, and India—Nissan and Infiniti. The expanded scope reflects Nissan’s focus on maintaining leadership continuity across established markets while strengthening governance, execution, and growth momentum in India as a strategic priority within the AMIEO region. India is central…

Kotak Mahindra Bank has announced the appointment of Anup Kumar Saha as its Whole-time Director, subject to regulatory approvals. Until the approvals are received, Saha will serve as Whole-time Director (Designate) and join the bank’s senior management effective January 12, 2026. Saha most recently served as Managing Director at Bajaj Finance, where he spent over eight years playing a key role in transforming the lender into one of India’s most profitable non-banking financial companies. During his tenure, he led business transformation, digital innovation and customer-centric initiatives, helping expand the customer base to 100 million while diversifying the product portfolio. Prior…

Sterling Holiday Resorts has  expanded its footprint in North-East India with the launch of Sterling Mount Olive Gangtok, a contemporary city hotel located in the heart of Gangtok. The new property marks Sterling’s second hotel in Sikkim and its fourth across the North-East region. Situated in Development Area, Gangtok’s key business and administrative hub, the hotel is designed to cater to business travellers, professionals on short stays, and leisure visitors seeking proximity to the city’s commercial and cultural centres. Guests will have easy access to government offices, business districts and the popular MG Marg promenade. The hotel also complements Sterling’s…