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Messe Frankfurt and MEX Exhibitions have announced a strategic alliance to merge their exhibition portfolios under a unified national platform. The announcement was made during the opening of Gifts World Expo – Delhi 2025. The new joint initiative will bring together renowned shows such as Paperworld India, Corporate Gifts Show, and Gifts World Expo, extending their reach to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata. This move is designed to boost market access, ensure year-round engagement, and create region-specific business opportunities for exhibitors and buyers alike. The February 2026 Mumbai edition will mark the rebranding of the Corporate Gifts Show under the…

India has dispatched a medical team comprising burn specialists and nurses to Bangladesh following a tragic plane crash in Dhaka that killed at least 27 and injured over 170 people. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Monday that the team is en route with essential medical supplies to assist in treating the injured. The MEA also stated that the team will assess the condition of the victims and may recommend their transfer to Indian hospitals for specialised care, if necessary. Additional medical teams may follow based on the assessment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the…

Renault India, a fully owned subsidiary of the French carmaker Renault Group, has launched the All-New Renault Triber – India’s most innovative 7-seater car. The new Triber comes with new and modern design language along with comfort-enhancing features, while retaining its unique DNA of modularity, adopting to rethink space philosophy. The new generation of most innovative family car debuts with a completely redesigned front fascia, featuring a bold new grille, sculpted new hood, refreshed bumper, new sleek LED projector headlamps with integrated LED DRLs and new LED fog lamps. At the rear, the new Triber showcases a redesigned bumper, updated…

India is poised to become the world’s largest hub of AI-ready school students within the next six months, said Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge), MSDE, while addressing the 10-year celebration of the Skill India Mission—BharatSkillNxt 2025—at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Highlighting India’s bold move toward a tech-driven future, he launched multiple initiatives, including the SOAR program, IndiaSkills 2025–26, and a revamped Apprenticeship Training Portal. SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness), targeting students from Classes 6–12 and educators, will bridge the digital divide with structured AI modules. The event also witnessed the launch of key reports like the…

Chupa Chups, the iconic confectionery brand from Perfetti Van Melle India, has launched a quirky new campaign titled “Samajh Ke Bahar Hai”, celebrating the unpredictable fusion of sweet and sour flavours. Anchored by a lighthearted TVC, the campaign captures how the brand’s Sweet & Sour Belts can transform even mundane moments—like a friendly game of carrom—into a hilarious whirlwind of chaotic fun. The TVC shows a group of friends enjoying carrom, only to be thrown into a surreal spiral of rule-breaking amusement once they taste the jellies. It mirrors the core campaign message: “Samajh Ke Bahar Hai, Jaise Chupa Chups…

Manipal Hospitals has formally rebranded Medica North Bengal Clinic and Medica Cancer Hospital, Rangapani as Manipal Hospital Siliguri and Manipal Hospital Rangapani. This follows last year’s acquisition of MedicaSynergie and marks Manipal Hospitals’ strategic expansion in Eastern India. Established in 1976, the newly christened Manipal Hospital Siliguri has served over 36 lakh patients and is known as the region’s first multi-specialty hospital. With 60 specialist doctors, the facility is now expanding key departments such as Cardiology, Gastroenterology, and Critical Care, alongside upcoming Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology units. Meanwhile, Manipal Hospital Rangapani continues to operate as the region’s only comprehensive…

Sanskriti University, Mathura, held a special convocation ceremony to honor its international students, awarding degrees to 35 graduates from Namibia, Myanmar, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Ghana, and Sudan. The students completed academic programs in Engineering, Management, Science, Nursing, and other disciplines. On the occasion, Dr. Renu Gupta, Dean (Academics) , said, “Today is a moment of immense pride not just for our international students but also for Sanskriti University. The dedication and hard work shown by these students from different countries are truly inspiring. Wherever they go, they will carry forward the name and reputation of our university.” Chancellor Dr. Sachin Gupta…

TVS Motor Company has unveiled the 2025 edition of its flagship naked street bike, the TVS Apache RTR 310, redefining street performance with cutting-edge technology, sharper styling, and first-in-segment features. Priced from ₹2.39 lakh to ₹2.75 lakh (ex-showroom), the new model was launched in Bengaluru on July 16 and is now available across major metros, including Guwahati. Equipped with an OBD2B-compliant engine, the RTR 310 boasts real-time emission monitoring, improved responsiveness, and a Gen-2 digital cluster with multi-language UI. Riders can opt for the factory-customized Built-To-Order (BTO) version, which includes high-performance add-ons like cornering drag torque control, launch control, and…

Croma, India’s first and trusted omni-channel electronics retailer from the Tata Group, has reinforced its presence in Assam with two new stores in Guwahati—on VIP Road and Lokhra—marking a significant milestone in the brand’s regional expansion. With these additions, Croma continues to meet the rising demand for quality electronics while offering customers in Assam a seamless and upgraded shopping experience. With 560+ stores across 200+ cities and over 16,000 products from more than 550 brands, Croma leads large format electronics retail in India. Croma now operates three stores in Assam, marking a strategic expansion in one of the Northeast’s most…

In a major push to align school education with vocational training, a national workshop was held today at Kaushal Bhawan, New Delhi, to guide State and UT Boards in becoming Dual Category Awarding Bodies under the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET). Jointly organized by the Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSE&L), the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), and NCVET, the workshop saw participation from over 150 delegates, including representatives of 24 State and UT Boards. The move aims to empower State Boards to not only conduct assessments but also deliver vocational training aligned with…