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The Centre has approved the nationwide rollout of the PradhanMantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU), marking a major expansion of the flagship skill development programme with Strategic Investment Plans (SIPs) worth ₹1,237.58 crore across Odisha, Gujarat and Telangana. The decision was taken at the 4th National Steering Committee meeting chaired by Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, in New Delhi on Monday. The committee approved the transition of PM-SETU from its pilot phase to implementation across all 200 identified Industrial Training Institute (ITI) clusters in the country. It also cleared measures to simplify implementation,…

Renault India has launched the refreshed Renault Kwid with a redesigned look, a simplified variant lineup and revised pricing aimed at making first-car ownership more accessible for Indian buyers. The updated hatchback now carries Renault’s new brand identity and is available in just two variants—Evolution and Climber—offering customers a simpler purchase decision. The New Kwid is priced between ₹4.52 lakh and ₹5.60 lakh (ex-showroom) under Renault’s new "All India One Price" strategy. The company has also introduced a digital sales initiative, offering a ₹15,000 cash benefit on online purchases of the fully loaded Climber variant, bringing its effective transactional price…

Audio technology brand Sennheiser has announced special offers across its premium product portfolio for Amazon India's 10th Prime Day sale, beginning July 4, offering discounts of up to 40% along with No Cost EMI options and additional bank card benefits on select products. The sale covers a wide range of headphones, microphones and creator-focused audio solutions aimed at consumers, professionals and content creators. Among the highlighted products is the MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Special Edition, priced at ₹21,990, featuring 42mm transducers, Adaptive Noise Cancellation and up to 60 hours of battery life. The HD 490 PRO Plus, designed for studio professionals,…

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released the findings of its Independent Drive Test (IDT) conducted across Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts in Assam, offering consumers a detailed assessment of mobile network quality delivered by telecom service providers. The tests were carried out from April 13 to 17, 2026, under the supervision of TRAI's Regional Office, Kolkata, covering 374.5 km of city routes, 13 hotspot locations and 2.2 km of walk-test areas. The exercise evaluated key Quality of Service (QoS) parameters, including network coverage, Call Setup Success Rate (CSSR), dropped call rate, call silence instances, speech quality, and data…

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has released the findings of an Independent Drive Test (IDT) conducted across Gangtok and Pakyong districts, as well as the Deorali Bazar–Nathu La Pass stretch along NH-310 in Sikkim, to assess the real-time quality of mobile network services offered by telecom operators. The tests, carried out on May 8 and 9 under the supervision of TRAI's Regional Office in Kolkata, covered 102.8 km of city routes, 66.5 km of highways and five hotspot locations. The assessment evaluated key quality parameters including coverage, call drop rate, call setup success rate, speech quality, download and…

Sony India has expanded its premium Alpha camera portfolio with the launch of the Alpha 7R VI, a flagship full-frame mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera featuring a 66.8-megapixel back-illuminated Exmor RS CMOS sensor and the latest BIONZ XR2 image processing engine. Designed for professional photographers and filmmakers, the new camera combines ultra-high resolution, AI-powered subject recognition, blackout-free continuous shooting at up to 30 frames per second, and advanced 8K video recording capabilities. Sony also introduced the XLR-A4 XLR adaptor, enabling professional-grade 32-bit float audio recording for enhanced video production. The Alpha 7R VI offers up to 16 stops of dynamic range, 5-axis…

TVS Motor Company reported its highest-ever quarterly sales for the first quarter of FY2026-27, selling 16.31 lakh units, driven by robust demand across domestic and international markets, strong growth in electric vehicles and a sharp rise in three-wheeler volumes. The company also recorded its highest-ever monthly sales in June 2026, with dispatches rising 47 per cent year-on-year to 5,90,003 units from 4,02,001 units in the corresponding month last year. Two-wheeler sales during the April-June quarter increased 27 per cent to 15.64 lakh units from 12.32 lakh units a year ago, while three-wheeler sales surged 48 per cent to 67,000 units.…

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of Renault Group, reported a strong sales performance in June 2026, with domestic wholesales rising 55 per cent year-on-year to 4,063 units. The automaker also posted a 61 per cent increase in first-half sales, reaching 25,844 units, extending its streak of double-digit monthly growth to ten consecutive months. The company attributed the sustained momentum to growing customer acceptance of its evolving product strategy and rising demand across its vehicle portfolio. The latest sales figures underscore Renault India's continued expansion in the domestic passenger vehicle market amid improving consumer sentiment. In another key development, Renault…

An 18-year-old patient from Barrackpore in West Bengal has successfully undergone a complex knee preservation surgery at Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, to treat recurrent left knee instability caused by advanced trochlear dysplasia, a congenital knee abnormality that frequently leads to repeated kneecap dislocations. The patient had been suffering from persistent knee pain and instability following a slip-and-fall injury, affecting her mobility and daily activities. After detailed clinical and radiological evaluation, doctors diagnosed severe trochlear dysplasia and recommended a combined procedure involving left knee arthroscopy, trochleoplasty and Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) repair. The surgery was successfully performed by Dr. Sunil Dachepalli, Clinical…

Stayfree has expanded its menstrual hygiene portfolio with the launch of Stayfree Xpert XL, a new sanitary napkin designed to offer enhanced protection, comfort and convenience for women. The company said the product has been introduced nationwide as part of its efforts to address evolving consumer needs and changing lifestyles. The new Stayfree Xpert XL features a 3-in-1 protection system comprising Gel Lock Pockets for deep and instant absorption, an Air Soft Cover for improved comfort during use, and a compact, individually wrapped design that fits easily into a pocket while allowing convenient disposal. The product is available in packs…