Business Bureau

Advances in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment are enabling women with early-stage breast cancer to significantly reduce the risk of recurrence while continuing to lead active personal and professional lives, according to oncologists. Experts say a more personalized approach to treatment is helping patients balance medical care with work, family responsibilities and long-term life goals. While concerns about recurrence remain a major challenge for many women, doctors note that recurrence risk varies from patient to patient depending on factors such as tumour size, lymph node involvement, hormone receptor status, HER2 status and other biological characteristics. Understanding these factors allows clinicians…

Hero MotoCorp has launched the all-new Passion+ Disc, introducing a feature-rich variant of its popular commuter motorcycle as the company looks to strengthen its presence in India's entry-level motorcycle segment. The new model combines refreshed styling, improved safety features and enhanced connectivity while targeting urban commuters seeking fuel-efficient and practical mobility solutions. Powered by a 100cc BS-VI and OBD-2 Phase A compliant engine, the Passion+ Disc produces 5.9kW of power at 8,000 rpm and 8.05 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. Equipped with Hero's patented i3S (Idle Stop-Start System), the motorcycle delivers a claimed fuel efficiency of 71 kmpl. The…

Hyatt has expanded its World of Hyatt Brand Explorer Award initiative across the Asia Pacific region, offering members greater incentives to explore its portfolio of hospitality brands while earning complimentary stays. Under the programme, members can receive a Free Night Award at a Category 1–4 Hyatt hotel after staying at five different Hyatt brands, with additional rewards available for every subsequent five unique brands experienced over the lifetime of their membership. The hospitality chain said the initiative covers 36 Hyatt brands globally, including 17 across Asia Pacific, catering to leisure, business and premium travellers. Hyatt's portfolio spans luxury, lifestyle, classic…

Online travel platform Cleartrip has launched the Cleartrip Creators Club, a new affiliate-driven initiative aimed at integrating creator content directly into the travel booking process as the company looks to capitalise on the growing influence of social media in travel decisions. The programme, launched nationwide on Instagram and YouTube, seeks to onboard more than 10,000 creators by the end of 2026. Unlike traditional influencer marketing campaigns that rely on fixed payments for content, the initiative operates on a performance-based commission model, allowing creators to earn revenue from bookings generated through their content. Cleartrip said the programme is open to creators…

Kolkata Metro has strengthened its long-standing partnership with ABB, deploying advanced electrification and motion-control technologies across its expanding transit network to enhance operational efficiency, reliability and passenger safety. The collaboration, which spans more than 25 years, has supported the modernization of India’s first metro railway system. Today, the 72-km Kolkata Metro network operates over 300 train services daily and caters to more than half a million passengers, making it a critical component of the city’s urban transportation infrastructure. ABB has supplied a range of electrification solutions, including low- and medium-voltage gas-insulated switchgear, distribution boards, lightning protection systems and variable frequency…

Hero MotoCorp celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Hero MotoSports Team Rally by announcing a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening India's presence in global rally racing, including a five-year extension of its partnership with Amaury Sport Organization (ASO), the organizer of the Dakar Rally and the FIM World Rally-Raid Championship. The milestone event, held at the company's Centre for Innovation and Technology (CIT) in Jaipur, brought together leading rally stars, including 2024 FIM World Rally-Raid Champion Ross Branch, Nacho Cornejo, Michael Docherty and rising Indian racer ShlokGhorpade. India's pioneering professional woman biker Somyya "Moksha" Chaudhary also attended the event.…

MuKotak Mahindra Bank has announced the next edition of the Women Startup Program (WSP), implemented by NSRCEL and powered by KotakBizLabs, as part of its efforts to strengthen India’s women-led entrepreneurial ecosystem. The programme, a CSR initiative of the bank, aims to provide long-cycle support to women founders from ideation to scale-up, with a special focus on Tier-II and Tier-III cities. The Women Startup Program has so far supported more than 600 aspiring and established women entrepreneurs through mentorship, ecosystem access and business networking opportunities. The initiative comes at a time when India’s recognised startup base has crossed 223,000 ventures,…

Tata Motors has secured orders for over 3,400 electric commercial vehicles (eCVs), signalling a strong acceleration in the adoption of electric mobility across India's freight, logistics and passenger transportation sectors. The orders include around 2,000 small commercial vehicles and pick-ups, nearly 900 trucks, and about 500 buses, spanning applications from e-commerce and FMCG distribution to mining, cement, steel and public transport. The development highlights a key shift in the commercial vehicle market, where fleet operators are increasingly moving from pilot projects to full-scale deployment of electric vehicles. Industry observers view the order book as a positive indicator of growing confidence…

Tata Motors has announced a price increase of up to 2.5 per cent across its commercial vehicle range, effective from July 1, 2026, as the automaker moves to cushion the impact of rising commodity prices and escalating input costs. In a statement issued on Thursday, the company said the price revision is being undertaken to partially offset higher production expenses that have continued to put pressure on the automotive industry. The increase will vary depending on the model and variant, Tata Motors said. The move comes amid a challenging cost environment for vehicle manufacturers, with fluctuations in raw material prices…

Healthcare technology company Medtronic has launched its PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) system in India, introducing a new treatment option for patients suffering from atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm disorder that significantly increases the risk of stroke and heart failure.The company said AFib affects more than seven million people and its prevalence rises sharply with age. Despite the growing burden of the condition in India, awareness, diagnosis and treatment rates remain relatively low, with many patients experiencing mild or intermittent symptoms that often go unnoticed. Common symptoms include breathlessness, dizziness, palpitations, fatigue, chest discomfort and reduced exercise capacity.…