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Nissan Motor India has announced the expansion of its CNG retrofitment program to include the New Nissan Magnite BR10 EZ-Shift (AMT), following strong customer demand for the manual transmission variant. The government-approved retrofit allows owners to combine Nissan’s trusted performance with the cost-efficiency of CNG, now available with a 3-year or 1 lakh km warranty. A key update includes an integrated fuel-filling system within the standard fuel lid, replacing the earlier engine-compartment placement. This design offers quicker refuelling and improved convenience for everyday users. The CNG retrofit kit is priced at ₹71,999, reflecting GST benefits and is available across 13…

Dr. Tarun Kumar Saha is a Senior Consultant Nephrologist and Transplant Physician at Yashoda Hospital, Hyderabad says, A silent but serious health condition, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects millions of people worldwide and is becoming more prevalent in India. Characterized by slow loss of renal function, CKD generally progresses unchecked until late stages, early identification and prevention is crucial. For Indian families, understanding preventive measures to CKD can dramatically minimize its occurrence and impact. The first line of defense is prevention. This entails changing lifestyle risk factors that lead to the development of CKD. In India, diabetes and high blood…

Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles has launched its flagship intercity bus chassis, the Tata LPO 1822, setting a new benchmark for passenger comfort, performance, and operational efficiency. Designed with full-air suspension and low NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) levels, the LPO 1822 promises a fatigue-free journey for passengers and drivers, while flexible seating configurations—from 36 to 50-seaters and sleeper layouts—cater to diverse fleet requirements. Speaking at the launch, Mr. Anand S, Vice President and Head of Commercial Passenger Vehicle Business, highlighted that the new platform is tailored to meet evolving passenger expectations and growing intercity connectivity. Powered by a 5.6-litre Cummins…

Medtronic plc, a global leader in medical technology, on Tuesday launched its next-generation Avalus Ultra™ Bioprosthesis surgical aortic heart valve in India, aiming to enhance cardiac care for patients nationwide. Building on the decade-long clinical experience of the Avalus™ platform, the Avalus Ultra valve is designed for ease of implantation, durability, and reliable performance, including support for future transcatheter aortic valve-in-surgical aortic valve (TAV-in-SAV) procedures. The low-profile valve accommodates diverse patient anatomies, featuring a flexible sewing cuff for secure placement with minimal paravalvular leak rates. Platinum-iridium coils and tantalum badges improve fluoroscopic visibility during reinterventions, ensuring accurate positioning. The device…

This Diwali, Coca-Cola India is reimagining how India celebrates by fusing culture, creativity, and cutting-edge technology. Through a first-of-its-kind collaboration with Google, Coca-Cola has introduced Festicons Diwali greetings, enabling consumers to create and share personalized digital wishes using the Google Gemini app. Available on Coca-Cola’s limited-edition Utsav Packs, the initiative allows people to scan a QR code to create and share their own personalized festive avatars right within the Gemini app using its advanced image generation capabilities. Through this innovative digital experience, Coca-Cola is giving consumers a unique way to share their festive vibe. By scanning the festive pack, consumers…

Assam’s Governor Assam Pratibha Protsahan Yojana (GAPPY) has announced its second batch of scholars selected for intensive free coaching for the 2026 UPSC Civil Services Examination in Delhi. Launched in 2024 by Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya in partnership with Arya Pratibha Vikas Sansthan (APVS), the initiative targets talented students from economically weaker sections of the state. This year, the Talent Search Examination attracted 270 aspirants from districts including Sivasagar, Nagaon, and West Karbi Anglong. After counselling, essay tests, and personal interviews held in Guwahati, ten outstanding candidates were chosen for coaching at reputed institutes such as Vision IAS, Vajiram…

India’s merchandise exports to the United States fell by 11.93% to USD 5.46 billion in September, impacted by Washington’s 50% tariffs on Indian goods, while imports from the US grew 11.78% to USD 3.98 billion, as per commerce ministry data. During April–September 2025, exports to the US rose 13.37% to USD 45.82 billion, and imports increased 9% to USD 25.6 billion. The two countries are currently holding discussions in Washington to finalize a bilateral trade pact aimed at strengthening economic ties. Think tank GTRI reported that shipments to the US plunged 17.9% in September from USD 6.87 billion in August—the…

Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. has joined forces with the Katalytic Charter Educational Foundation (KCEF) to drive environmental responsibility across schools in Sikkim through its flagship initiative, ‘Bottles for Change’. The collaboration will engage over 214 schools, encouraging students to creatively repurpose used plastic into functional and artistic items, while promoting awareness about responsible plastic usage. The initiative will also feature a mega cleanliness drive led by charter school students in collaboration with local communities, highlighting youth-led environmental action. Bisleri’s Director of Corporate Affairs, K. Ganesh, said, “Through initiatives like ‘Bottles for Change’, we aim to instill environmental responsibility among students…