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Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, actors Alia Bhatt, Rami Malek, Sonam Kapoor and Simone Ashley, and singer Shreya Ghoshal will join filmmaker Karan Johar for The Earthshot Prize 2026 Awards Night in Mumbai on November 17, with Prime Video announced as the exclusive global streaming partner. The event, sponsored by the Serum Institute of India, will bring together 5,000 distinguished guests to celebrate environmental leadership. The ceremony will be streamed across more than 240 countries and territories in over 40 languages, marking the first time the awards will reach a global audience through Prime Video. Founded by Prince William in 2020,…

GRM Foods Pvt. Ltd. has unveiled a refreshed packaging identity for its Rehaan Classic 1121 Extra Long Grain Basmati Rice, aiming to strengthen the brand’s visibility and recognition across retail shelves and trade channels. The company said the new packaging introduces a contemporary visual identity while maintaining the product’s existing quality and proposition for wholesalers, distributors, commission agents, retailers, mandi traders and consumers. Commenting on the launch, Yanshil Garg, Managing Director, GRM Foods Pvt. Ltd., said, “The refreshed packaging is an important step in strengthening the identity of Rehaan Classic and making the brand more distinctive and recognisable across markets.…

Vi Business, the enterprise arm of Vodafone Idea Limited, on Thursday announced a strategic partnership with Cisco to strengthen its Hybrid SD-WAN portfolio and help enterprises modernise their network infrastructure amid growing cloud adoption and distributed operations. The partnership combines Cisco Meraki’s secure multi-WAN capabilities with Vi Business’ managed connectivity services to provide enterprises with secure, agile and scalable networks. Vi Business launched its Hybrid SD-WAN solution in 2023, integrating SD-WAN, security and multi-cloud capabilities with diverse connectivity options, including leased lines, broadband and cellular networks. Powered by Cisco Meraki, the solution offers a single dashboard for managing SD-WAN, application…

The Government of India has issued a fresh warning to Indian citizens against joining the Russian Armed Forces, cautioning that the move could expose them to serious and potentially fatal risks. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement issued on September 30, said it had repeatedly highlighted the dangers associated with Indians being recruited into the Russian military over the past two years. It urged citizens seeking employment abroad to exercise extreme caution and avoid unverified job offers from agents or non-governmental entities. The MEA said it had also come across cases where individuals voluntarily sought opportunities to…

West Bengal is facing a growing burden of diabetes and related metabolic disorders, prompting doctors to call for early screening and a more comprehensive approach to metabolic health. The ICMR-INDIAB study found that 13.7% of the state’s population has diabetes, while another 23.5% has prediabetes. Hypertension was reported among 42.4% and high cholesterol among 27% of the population. The concern is particularly evident in urban Kolkata. A community-based study of 388 adults aged 18-49 years found metabolic syndrome in 44.6% of participants. Central obesity affected 68.6%, while elevated fasting glucose, raised blood pressure and low HDL cholesterol were reported in…

TVS Motor Company has announced the sixth edition of its flagship motorcycling festival, TVS MotoSoul 6.0, scheduled to be held in Goa on December 11 and 12, 2026. The two-day festival will bring together riders, racers, creators, musicians and motorcycle enthusiasts, with a focus on performance, technology, adventure, customisation, culture and community. Over the years, MotoSoul has served as a platform for product launches, technology showcases, custom motorcycle builds, merchandise and rider programmes. Notable highlights from previous editions include the 2023 launch of the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V with dual-channel ABS and voice assist, the 2024 showcase of the…

Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) reported total wholesales of 10,025 units in September 2026, comprising 3,300 units in the domestic market and 6,725 units in exports, as the automaker stepped up momentum ahead of the festive season. Domestic wholesales doubled year-on-year to 3,300 units from 1,652 units in September 2025. Nissan attributed the growth to rising demand across its expanding SUV portfolio, including the all-new Nissan Tekton, Magnite and Gravite, along with the continued expansion of its dealer network. Managing Director SaurabhVatsa said the near-doubling of domestic volumes validates Nissan’s product-led strategy, network strength and the contribution of finance…

Kotak Mahindra Bank on Thursday said the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of Anup Kumar Saha as the bank’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2027. The bank’s Board of Directors will initiate the required steps to formalise the appointment and seek members’ approval. Saha is currently Whole-time Director (Executive Director) at Kotak Mahindra Bank. He joined the bank in January 2026 and has overseen the Retail Bank, Data Analytics and Marketing functions since March. Kotak Mahindra Bank Chairman C. S. Rajan said Saha brings extensive…

V-Guard Industries Ltd has appointed Mithun K. Chittilappilly as Chairperson and Managing Director, effective September 27, 2026, following the completion of RadhaUnni’s second and final term as Chairperson and Independent Director. Chittilappilly, who joined V-Guard as Executive Director in 2006 and became Managing Director in 2012, has played a key role in transforming the company from a South Indian electrical brand into a diversified pan-India consumer durables major. During his tenure, the company’s turnover rose from around Rs 229 crore in 2006 to Rs 5,966 crore in FY2026, a nearly 24-fold increase. V-Guard’s workforce has expanded from around 575 employees…

Optimist, India’s super energy-efficient air conditioning brand, has expanded its presence in Kolkata with its smart AC range, targeting consumers seeking efficient cooling, lower electricity consumption and technology-led features. The company launched its first air conditioner range in June across Bengaluru, the National Capital Region and Hyderabad. It is now expanding into other major markets, including Chennai, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Pune. Optimist ACs are available through Amazon and its official website, alongside growing brand stores across key cities. Ashish Goel, Co-Founder and CEO, Optimist, said Kolkata’s long, hot and humid summers create significant cooling demands and that the company aims…