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The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), along with Aditya Birla Capital Foundation (ABCF) and Pilani Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Society (PIEDS) of BITS Pilani, on Thursday launched the Navonmesh Protsahan Spardha: Kaushalta se Udyamita, an innovation and start-up challenge aimed at fostering entrepreneurship among students of National Skills Training Institutes (NSTIs). The initiative, managed by PIEDS and supported under ABCF’s CSR programme, will target over 10,000 NSTI students pursuing skill training across 33 NSTIs in India, including NSTI(W) centres dedicated to women. The challenge will focus on innovation in IT/ITeS, automotive, apparel, electronics & hardware, power, and capital…

Medanta has formally commenced construction of its 400+ bed super-speciality hospital in Guwahati, signalling a major private healthcare investment push in the Northeast. The Bhoomi Poojan ceremony, held on October 31, was attended by Assam Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Medanta Chairman & MD Dr. Naresh Trehan, Group CEO Pankaj Sahni, and senior government and community leaders, marking the beginning of what analysts see as a significant milestone in strengthening the region’s healthcare ecosystem. With an investment outlay of approximately ₹500 crore, the upcoming hospital at Sarusajai Industrial Estate along NH-27 will feature advanced tertiary and quaternary care, including…

Medanta – Global Health Limited, one of India’s leading private multi-specialty tertiary care providers, has announced plans to establish a state-of-the-art, 400+ bed hospital in Guwahati. The new facility, coming up at Industrial Estate, Sarusajai along NH-27, marks a major push in Medanta’s mission to expand advanced healthcare access in underserved regions. With an estimated investment of ₹500 crore, the hospital will provide tertiary and quaternary care across a wide range of super-specialties. Founded by Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, and Dr. B.C. Roy Awardee Dr. Naresh Trehan, Medanta is modeled on global medical leaders including Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins.…

Kotak811, India’s leading digital banking platform, has launched its innovative 3-in-1 Super Account, combining a savings account, fixed deposit, and secured credit card in one digital solution. The offering, developed in partnership with super.money, aims to simplify financial management for “Core India” — a growing segment of salaried individuals, students, and first-jobbers seeking digital-first financial tools. Highlighting the product’s simplicity, Manish Agarwal, Head of Kotak811, said, “The 3-in-1 Super Account brings saving, spending, and borrowing together in one place. It’s simple, secure, and designed for everyday use.” The account allows users to start with just ₹1,000, earn interest and cashback,…

India’s retirement readiness has seen steady improvement, with the India Retirement Index Study (IRIS) 5.0 by Axis Max Life Insurance revealing a rise in the national index score from 44 to 48 over four years. Conducted in partnership with Kantar, the study highlights increasing awareness and early financial planning among urban Indians, with half believing that retirement planning should begin as soon as one starts earning. The report shows growing health awareness and fitness habits, as 81% of respondents engage in regular physical activity and 50% now own health insurance. However, financial sufficiency remains low, with 63% saying their savings…

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has announced the upcoming expansion of two new languages for Galaxy AI: Filipino and Gujarati. This expanded language support began rolling out from October 29. With this new update, Galaxy AI will support a total of 2 languages, strengthening Samsung’s ongoing commitment to lowering language barriers and bringing meaningful mobile AI experiences to more people. As Galaxy AI continues to evolve, users in even more regions can now access its suite of intelligent features designed to make communication and productivity easier and more intuitive in everyday life. With Live Translate’s real-time, two-way voice and text translations,…

Jio-bp today announced the launch of India’s first of its kind and largest integrated mobility hub with 28 EV charging points within a retail outlet at Devanahalli, Bengaluru, marking a major milestone in the country’s transition towards cleaner and smarter mobility. The Devanahalli outlet is a multi-fuel retail site offering petrol, diesel, CNG, and a wildbean café. It now adds a state-of-the-art EV charging hub, featuring superfast DC chargers with 28 charging points dispensing up to 360kW. This flagship destination brings together fuel, CNG, EV, retail, and café experiences under one roof, redefining convenience for customers and travellers alike. Speaking…

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has inaugurated 10 new state-of-the-art 3S dealerships across India during the festive season. The new outlets, located in Durgapur, Guwahati, Haldwani, Hissar, Bhopal, Hubli, Raipur, Muzaffarpur, Jalandhar, and Kanpur, add 60 service bays with a combined capacity to service over 100 vehicles daily, offering facilities such as driver lodging, 24-hour breakdown assistance, and AdBlue availability. Highlighting the company’s growth strategy, Mr. Vinod Sahay, President – Trucks, Buses & Construction Equipment, Aerospace & Defense, and Member of Group Executive Board, said, “The addition of 10 more 3S dealerships reinforces our strong commitment and aspirations in the truck…

Renault India has officially announced the return of its legendary SUV, the Duster, marking a major milestone in the company’s India-centric transformation strategy, Renault. Rethink. The all-new Duster will be unveiled on Republic Day, January 26, 2026, rekindling the passion of SUV lovers across the country. First launched in 2012, the Duster revolutionized India’s SUV segment and remains one of Renault’s most successful models, with over 200,000 owners in India and 1.8 million customers globally. The upcoming model will be the first launch under Renault’s International Game Plan 2027, signifying the brand’s renewed commitment to the Indian market. “Renault Duster…

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, has announced the rollout of Digital Car Key support for Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs through Samsung Wallet, offering Galaxy smartphone users a secure, keyless driving experience. With this integration, Mahindra Group becomes the first Indian OEM to adopt the Digital Car Key feature, enabling users to lock, unlock, and start their vehicles directly from their phones. The feature, backed by Samsung Knox security, allows users to share their digital car key with family or friends for limited access while maintaining biometric or PIN-based protection. “Our partnership with Mahindra marks another exciting step in delivering…