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Instamart has announced partnerships with electric mobility platform Yulu and battery-swapping network Yuma Energy to strengthen access to electric vehicles and charging infrastructure for its delivery partners. The initiative aims to address two key barriers to EV adoption in last-mile delivery — access to affordable electric two-wheelers and charging-related downtime. Instamart said the programme can reduce rental expenses for participating delivery partners by up to 30%. Under the partnership with Yuma Energy, Instamart is providing space at its PODs, or dark stores, for battery-swapping stations. Yuma currently operates more than 2,000 battery-swapping units, with each swap taking less than two…

Eventions Limited, a player in the MICE and corporate events segment, will open its Initial Public Offering (IPO) for subscription on September 30, with the issue closing on October 5, 2026. The company plans to raise Rs. 38.12 crore through the issue, comprising 32,30,400 equity shares with a face value of Rs. 10 each. The price band has been fixed at Rs. 112-118 per share, with the equity shares proposed to be listed on the NSE SME platform. The IPO proceeds will include Rs. 7 crore towards repayment and/or prepayment of borrowings, Rs. 1.40 crore for investment in a subsidiary…

Kolkata-based Sollfege Smart Electronics Limited will open its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on September 30, seeking to raise Rs 21.78 crore through the issue of 39.60 lakh equity shares at Rs 55 per share. The issue will close on October 5, with the company proposing to list its shares on the BSE SME platform. The IPO proceeds will include Rs 8.54 crore for launching 12 new showrooms, Rs 9.67 crore towards working capital requirements and Rs 1.80 crore for general corporate purposes. The face value of each share is Rs 10. The market lot comprises 2,000 shares, requiring retail investors…

India’s protein consumption landscape is expanding beyond traditional sources such as pulses, legumes, dairy, meat, eggs, fish, seafood, whole grains and millets, with plant-based proteins, powders, bars and supplements also gaining traction. Protein, once largely associated with gym-goers and specialised nutrition, is increasingly becoming part of everyday food and wellness conversations. The Godrej Food Trends Report (GFTR) 2026 trend, ‘Protein Will Go Namkeen’, highlights the growing potential of savoury formats to make protein more accessible through familiar eating and snacking occasions. The trend points to a shift towards ‘proteinification by design’, where nutrition is incorporated into food experiences without compromising…

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance has upgraded its distribution technology platform with the launch of ‘ICICI Life Partner Stack 2.0’, adding AI-enabled tools, deeper partner-system integrations and digital capabilities aimed at improving advisor productivity and simplifying customer journeys. The upgraded platform supports advisors and distribution partners across product identification, personalised quotations, onboarding and customer servicing. Its eQuote App uses an AI-based product recommender to suggest solutions based on customer segments and life stages, while LIVA, an AI-enabled chatbot, provides access to product features and quotations. Chief Distribution Officer Amish Banker said the platform is aimed at making operations simpler and more…

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance reported a claim settlement ratio of 99.31% for the first quarter of FY2027, placing the company at the top among leading life insurers in India based on public disclosures through Form L-39 and L-40. The insurer settled individual death claims worth Rs.414.08 crore during the quarter. The company said its average value per claim stood at around Rs.15 lakh, which it described as the highest among leading life insurers for Q1-FY2027. Mr. Sarang Gokhale, Chief - Underwriting and Retail Claims, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, said the company remained focused on making the claims process simple, seamless…

Infertility can involve multiple factors affecting one or both partners, making it important to determine the most appropriate treatment pathway rather than addressing problems in isolation, according to Dr Angana De, Fertility Specialist at Birla Fertility & IVF, Siliguri. Dr De said there is no universal rule on which fertility problem should be treated first when both male and female factors are present. The decision depends on the severity of the conditions, the woman’s age and ovarian reserve, duration of infertility, previous pregnancies or treatments, and the couple’s likelihood of conceiving without assisted reproductive treatment. She highlighted that time can…

A suspicious message, an unfamiliar phone number or a link asking for urgent action can leave people wondering whether they are being targeted by a scam. Truecaller has now launched Scam Checker, a new service designed to help users make that assessment before responding. Available on Android in India and globally through the Truecaller website, the platform brings several scam-checking capabilities together in one place. Users can check a web link for signs of malicious or phishing activity, look up a phone number using Truecaller’s detection systems and community signals, and search Scamfeed reports for similar scams reported by other…

Softline, the women’s apparel brand from the house of Rupa & Company Limited, has unveiled a refreshed brand identity as part of its strategy to strengthen its appeal among a new generation of consumers. The refresh covers its Lingerie, Athleisure and Outerwear segments and introduces a contemporary visual identity featuring floral motifs, vibrant colours and clean lines. The latest collections comprise Bras, Camisoles, Panties, Leggings and Pants, designed to cater to women’s evolving lifestyles across work, leisure, travel, fitness and everyday activities. The products combine functionality, comfort and contemporary styling, the company said. Actor Wamiqa Gabbi has been named the…

Cleartrip, a Flipkart company and one of India’s leading online travel platforms, has entered the holiday packages segment with a flexibility-first offering that combines flights, hotels, activities and transfers into a single expert-curated itinerary. The company said travellers can customise the packages by changing hotels, adjusting activities and modifying flights while retaining the structure of a planned holiday. The packages currently cover popular destinations across India and international markets, with the selection expected to expand. The launch offerings include a “Child Flies Free” promotion for Thailand, Bali and Kerala, and a “Partner @ 50%” offer for Thailand, Bali and Andaman,…