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Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan is set to headline the grand opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka on August 2, 2025, marking a major milestone in South Asia’s luxury and entertainment landscape. Developed through a strategic partnership between John Keells Holdings and Melco Resorts & Entertainment, the resort is the region’s first luxury integrated destination. Dubbed the most glamorous event of 2025, the by-invitation-only celebration will also unveil the resort’s signature campaign, “Let’s Go, Let Go,” ushering in a new era of indulgence in Sri Lanka. The 4.5-million-square-foot architectural marvel—designed by internationally acclaimed Cecil Balmond—boasts over 800 luxury rooms,…

Truflo by Hindware, one of India’s fastest-growing plastic pipes and fittings brands, has inaugurated its new manufacturing facility in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, with trial production officially underway. Backed by an investment of approximately ₹170 crore, the plant boasts an initial annual capacity of 12,500 tonnes and marks the company’s third production unit. The plant was inaugurated by Somany Impresa Group Chairman Sandip Somany and Strategy Head Shashvat Somany. The Roorkee facility will manufacture a wide range of CPVC, UPVC, SWR, and PVC pipes and fittings, along with water storage tanks. The plant is expected to generate up to 200 direct and…

A vibrant celebration of excellence and innovation unfolded at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Guwahati, during the Mirchi Excellence Award 2025, powered by the Byatikram Group in association with Versatilis Legal LLP as Legal Advocacy Partner, Radisson Blu as Hospitality Partner, Diageo as Celebration Partner, Prag News as Exclusive Electronics Media Partner, and The Sentinel as Print Media Partner. The event paid tribute to exceptional individuals from Northeast India, recognising their achievements across various sectors and highlighting the region’s remarkable talent, entrepreneurial spirit, and leadership. Commencing at 5 PM, the gala evening drew an eclectic gathering of distinguished guests, industry leaders,…

Nissan Motor India has launched Phase 2 of its CNG retrofitment initiative for the New Nissan Magnite across six additional states—Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Tamil Nadu—driven by rising customer demand for affordable and sustainable mobility. The retrofitment kit, developed by government-approved third-party vendor Motozen, is priced at ₹74,999 and comes with a 3-year or 1 lakh km warranty. It is compatible with the 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine (manual transmission) and is installed at government-authorised centres. The New Magnite retains its 336-litre boot space, one of the best in its class. Following the successful rollout in seven…

H&H Aluminium Pvt Ltd inaugurated India’s largest and most advanced aluminium solar panel frame manufacturing plant in Rajkot, Gujarat, on July 4. Union Jal Shakti Minister C. R. Patil led the inauguration at the state-of-the-art facility built with an investment of ₹150 crore. Spread over 28,000 sq. metres, the plant boasts a production capacity of 24,000 metric tonnes per annum—enough to support up to 6 GW of solar installations. With commercial operations set to begin within a month, the facility is expected to generate ₹700–750 crore in annual sales and provide employment to over 300 people. This development is a…

Aashirvaad, India’s leading packaged atta brand, launched its unique spiritual initiative ‘Bhakti Pathe’ during the ongoing Puri Rath Yatra. The immersive experience, live from June 27 to July 5 near Bada Sankha More, offers devotees a high-tech yet heartfelt connection with Lord Jagannath through digital prasad-making and a holographic darshan of the deities. The activation features a “Prasad-Making Zone” where devotees virtually prepare offerings using Aashirvaad Shudh Chakki Atta. Once the ritual is completed, a large LED screen splits to reveal a stunning holographic vision of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra on their raths, enhancing the spiritual journey for thousands.…

At the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) held in Seville, Spain, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, spotlighted India’s strides in institutionalizing outcome-based financing (OBF). Participating in a high-level panel co-hosted by OECD and the Outcomes Finance Alliance, Chaudhary highlighted India’s success stories like the Skill Impact Bond and Project AMBER, showcasing how public, private, and philanthropic capital can converge for scalable social impact. The Indian delegation, led by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, reinforced India’s commitment to linking financing with measurable development outcomes in skilling, women’s empowerment, and…

Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s InnovaHyCross has earned a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP), a move expected to reshape consumer preferences and strengthen Toyota’s position in India’s evolving auto landscape. The recognition, received in New Delhi from Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, underscores the rising emphasis on structural safety, advanced features, and sustainable design in India’s passenger vehicle segment. Built on the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform, the HyCross is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense (TSS), six airbags, Vehicle Stability Control, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and hybrid powertrain technology. The MPV has already surpassed 1.35…

Godrej Industries Limited’s Chemicals Business has unveiled an ambitious investment plan of over ₹750 crore aimed at scaling up its production capabilities and advancing sustainability goals. The expansion supports the company's roadmap to become a USD 1 billion global player by 2030. Key developments include doubling capacities of Fatty Alcohol and Euric Acid by 35,000 and 20,000 tons per annum respectively, tripling its specialities and fermentation capacities, and doubling glycerine production. Primary Surfactants production will also be enhanced by 30,000 tons per annum. Additionally, the company is pushing for 75% renewable energy usage by strengthening its hybrid power infrastructure. Vishal…

The Medicity, India’s leading super-speciality hospital and ranked Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six consecutive years, today announced the release of its new brand film ‘Honouring the Oath’ to mark National Doctor’s Day 2025. The film is a tribute to doctors who live their medical oath every day with compassion, integrity, and responsibility. Drawing inspiration from Bharat Ratna Dr. B.C. Roy, the film brings the Indian Medical Council’s Code of Ethics to life through compelling visuals that reflect non-discriminatory care, patient dignity, and confidentiality. The initiative highlights Medanta’s core philosophy—where medicine is not just a profession but a lifelong…