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TVS Motor Company (TVSM), part of TVS Venu Group, and a reputed two and three-wheeler manufacturer globally — announced the induction of Mr. Ravindran Shanmugam as independent director of the company for a period of five consecutive years effective May 13, 2026 subject to approval of the shareholders. Mr. Ravindran Shanmugam is a seasoned technology entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in scaling consumer-focused businesses, digital transformation, and AI-led platforms across global markets. He is currently the Co-founder and Executive Chairman of Mablle, an AI-enabled interior design and renovation platform based in Singapore. He also worked as a management…

Sayaji Hotels has expanded its presence in the Northeast with the launch of Effotel by Sayaji in Gangtok, marking the hospitality group’s entry into Sikkim’s growing tourism market. The new property, located in Tathangchen near the popular Ridge Park, was officially announced on May 15. Situated at an altitude of around 1,650 metres, Gangtok is known for its views of Mt Kanchenjunga, monasteries, lakes and vibrant tourist activity. The hotel is strategically located close to Ridge Park and MG Marg, giving visitors easy access to key cultural and commercial areas of the city. Effotel by Sayaji features 32 rooms, including…

Jewellery retailer Malabar Gold & Diamonds today launched its first showroom in Assam at Guwahati, marking a major step in the company’s expansion across East India. With the opening, the brand’s presence in the eastern region has increased to 21 showrooms. Spread across 8,000 square feet, the new outlet has been designed to offer a premium jewellery shopping experience with spacious displays, modern interiors and personalised customer service. The showroom was inaugurated by SonuSood along with O. Asher, Managing Director, India Operations, in the presence of senior company officials, customers and members of the local community. The showroom features a…

BharathCloud, an Indian AI-ready cloud services provider, has launched its first Cloud Centre at the Hyderabad DC1 facility of CtrlS Datacenters, marking a major step towards strengthening India’s sovereign and AI-ready digital infrastructure ecosystem. The Cloud Centre was formally inaugurated by Sridhar Pinnapureddy. The initiative comes amid rising demand for secure, scalable and sovereign digital infrastructure as artificial intelligence workloads, data localisation and digital transformation accelerate across sectors. Global property consulting firm JLL acted as the exclusive advisor for the transaction through which BharathCloud established its datacentre ecosystem. The facility is hosted within CtrlS’ AI-ready Rated-4 datacenter ecosystem. Congratulating BharathCloud…

Narayana Schools has once again posted an impressive performance in the CBSE Class XII Board Examinations 2026, reaffirming its academic strength across West Bengal. A total of 2,144 students from the institution appeared for the examinations, with the schools recording an overall pass percentage of 95.4 per cent. The institution said 27 students secured 97 per cent and above, reflecting consistent academic excellence and strong student performance. Among the top achievers from Narayana Group of Schools, West Bengal, Sharanya Majumder secured 98 per cent, Olivia Mondal scored 97.8 per cent, while Purbasha Chakraborty, Krishanu Das and MD Zyed secured 97.6…

Dr. Adi Rakesh Kumar is a Consultant Gastroenterologist, Therapeutic Endoscopist & Endosonologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad Says, One of the most common liver diseases in the world is fatty liver disease, also referred to as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Its silent nature—the majority of people are unaware of the condition until it reaches severe stages—makes it more worrisome. The liver is a resilient organ that carries out vital tasks such nutrient storage, metabolism, and detoxification. Excess fat builds up inside liver cells in fatty liver disease, which frequently has no symptoms at first. Fatty liver usually develops slowly, making…

Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens stadium is set for a major infrastructure transformation as global architecture firm Populous unveiled an ambitious redevelopment plan aimed at turning the historic venue into a world-class sports and entertainment hub. The proposed redevelopment will increase the stadium’s seating capacity from 68,000 to 85,000 while introducing modern infrastructure focused on safety, fan experience and commercial expansion. The project includes more than 41,000 sq. ft. of hospitality space and 44,000 sq. ft. of non-match day facilities. Corporate hospitality seating is also expected to rise by 30 percent. Built in 1864 and known as the “Home of Indian…

Godrej Enterprises Group has introduced India’s first Multi Ion battery technology for electric forklifts, aiming to boost sustainability and efficiency in the country’s rapidly expanding logistics and warehousing sectors. The technology was launched by the group’s Material Handling Equipment (MHE) business on May 14 in Mumbai. The company said the new battery technology has been designed to reduce total cost of ownership by 25 per cent while ensuring higher uptime and cleaner industrial operations. The battery is built to last for the entire operational life of the forklift, addressing the growing demand for reliable and energy-efficient solutions in manufacturing, warehousing…

With summer driving up demand for air conditioners across the country, consumers are being advised to pay closer attention to star ratings, manufacturing year and ISEER values while purchasing ACs, as revised energy efficiency norms introduced from January 1, 2026, promise better long-term savings on electricity bills. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has updated star rating standards for air conditioners for the 2026–2027 period, making new AC models nearly 10 per cent more energy-efficient than those manufactured in 2025 or earlier. Under the revised norms, a 5-star split AC manufactured in 2026 must have an ISEER value of 5.6,…

Illegal mosquito repellent agarbattis used in Indian households may be posing a greater immediate health threat than mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and malaria, according to a new public health study released ahead of National Dengue Day on May 16. The study, commissioned by the Home Insect Control Association (HICA) and conducted by market research firm Kantar, found that 70 per cent of doctors surveyed classified illegal mosquito agarbattis containing unapproved chemicals as a “major respiratory hazard”. The survey, conducted across 12 cities among 1,264 households and 405 doctors, revealed that while 95 per cent of households reported no dengue or…