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LGT Global Hospitality Limited has reported a strong financial performance for FY26, recording a 34.9 per cent year-on-year increase in revenue, driven by robust demand across corporate travel, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions), hospitality services, and leisure travel segments. The company said growth during the year was supported by increasing traction in corporate travel management, inbound and outbound tourism, destination management, exhibitions, trade fairs, customized holidays, destination weddings, and experiential travel offerings. Strategic collaborations and acquisitions, including Yaja, Travflix and Holiday One, further strengthened its business ecosystem, customer engagement capabilities and market reach. As part of its expansion strategy,…

Mahindra & Mahindra has clocked an impressive 20 per cent year-on-year growth for May 2026, with total vehicle sales hitting 99,636 units, including exports. The stellar performance highlights sustained demand across both the automotive and agricultural sectors, cementing M&M’s strong market momentum. The utility vehicle segment remained a major growth engine. Mahindra recorded domestic SUV sales of 58,021 units, marking an 11 per cent increase from the previous year. Total utility vehicle sales, factoring in exports, reached 59,573 units. Commenting on the performance, Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO of M&M’s Automotive Division, noted that while portfolio demand remains robust, overall production faced…

Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Kolkata, has launched comprehensive Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) services at Maxwell Hospital & Research Centre in Siliguri, bringing advanced diagnosis and treatment for cardiac rhythm disorders closer to patients in North Bengal, Sikkim and neighbouring regions. The initiative extends the hospital’s decade-long expertise in cardiac electrophysiology from its Mukundapur facility in Kolkata and aims to improve access to specialised care for patients suffering from irregular heart rhythms. The new unit will offer fast-track diagnosis, risk stratification and early intervention under the guidance of super-specialist cardiac electrophysiologists. The facility is equipped to diagnose and treat a range of…

Drawing critical lessons from severe energy supply disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the Central Government has officially instructed state-run Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to establish a dedicated 30-day strategic reserve of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). According to Petroleum Ministry Joint Secretary Sujata Sharma, this freshly mandated buffer will operate entirely over and above the existing 45-day operational rolling stock that oil retailers conventionally maintain to meet standard commercial and domestic cylinder demands. While India has actively worked to insulate its energy security by scaling up domestic LPG production to record highs and diversifying import channels through…

Coca-Cola India has partnered with Google to launch “Coca-Cola Halftime Surprise”, an AI-powered consumer engagement platform built using Google Gemini, aimed at turning everyday Coke breaks into interactive digital experiences for Gen Z consumers. Launched on May 28, the campaign introduces three AI-led experiences that consumers can access by scanning QR codes on special Coca-Cola packs. Inspired by Coca-Cola’s global “Halftime” philosophy, the initiative combines storytelling, music and artificial intelligence to create personalised content and reward-based engagement. The experience allows users to enter themed digital worlds powered by Gemini’s Canvas feature. Consumers can create comic-strip narratives, music-inspired alter egos and…

Hero MotoCorp on Wednesday launched the all-new Super Splendor XTEC 2.0, an upgraded version of its popular 125cc commuter motorcycle, featuring enhanced technology, improved fuel efficiency and refreshed styling aimed at modern riders. The motorcycle maker said the latest Super Splendor XTEC 2.0 is part of its aggressive product revitalisation strategy and has been designed to offer a better everyday commuting experience. Built on the long-standing Splendor legacy that began in 1994, the motorcycle combines trusted performance with modern-day convenience features. Powered by a 124.7cc single-cylinder engine, the motorcycle delivers 10.7 bhp at 7500 rpm and 10.6 Nm torque at…