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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,…

TVS Motor Company, part of TVS VENU, has partnered with She for Society and Taliru Foundation to support women's economic empowerment through commercial mobility, launching 16 pink electric autos in Bengaluru under the “Building Queens from the Grassroots” initiative. The 16 e-autos are being delivered to women beneficiaries identified by Taliru Foundation, marking the first phase of a programme planned to scale up to 100 vehicles. The initiative aims to create sustainable livelihood opportunities for women auto drivers while promoting entrepreneurship, income generation and greater participation in the commercial mobility ecosystem. The programme has received financial support from women's organisations…