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18 Nov

With the launch of Caramel Nutcracker Range, Costa Coffee brings the holiday spirit to India

Business BureauNorth East

Costa Coffee, the Coca-Cola-owned brand, has launched its new Caramel Nutcracker Range in India, marking the start of the winter holiday season with a festive selection of limited-time beverages. The range will be available across select stores and delivery platforms from 15 November, bringing a warm and flavourful twist to the year-end celebrations. The festive lineup features four seasonal drinks Caramel Nutcracker Latte, Iced Latte, Frappe, and Hot Chocolate all blending smooth caramel notes with nutty undertones. Costa Coffee has also introduced a special Festive Blind Box and Drink Bundle, priced at ₹699, available in very limited quantities in-store. Customers…

18 Nov

Abbott announces the launch of a new and advanced formulation of Ensure Diabetes Care

Business BureauBusiness

Abbott, the global healthcare company, today launched a new and advanced formulation of Ensure Diabetes Care, designed to help people living with diabetes manage blood sugar, weight, and overall health. Backed by over 60 clinical trials and 30 years of scientific nutrition research, the reformulated product features a triple care system with 4X higher myo-inositol, a low glycemic index carbohydrate blend, high protein, and fiber to aid glycemic control, cholesterol reduction, and weight management. The formula also targets visceral fat reduction, preserves lean muscle, and supports cardiovascular health through a heart-healthy fat blend. Prebiotic FOS and dual fiber blends promote…

18 Nov

Tata Motors commercial vehicles segment posts robust Q2 FY26 results amid demerger milestone

Business BureauBusiness

Tata Motors Limited (TML) reported a strong performance in its Commercial Vehicles (CV) segment for Q2 FY26, highlighting a 12% year-on-year volume growth. Revenues rose to ₹18,370 crore, up 6.6%, while EBITDA climbed 21% to ₹2,211 crore. Profit before tax (bei) surged by ₹469 crore to ₹1,694 crore, supported by improved realizations and higher volumes. Free cash flow for the quarter stood at ₹2,211 crore, marking a record H1 performance despite a seasonally weak Q1. The company’s consolidated numbers showed revenues of ₹18,600 crore (+6%), with EBITDA margins at 11.4% and EBIT margins at 8.8%. Net cash position as of…

18 Nov

In advance of the 2026 assembly elections, the EC mandates a special revision of Assam’s electoral records

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

In a significant move ahead of Assam’s assembly elections next year, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Sunday directed a ‘Special Revision’ of the state’s electoral rolls. This step is aimed at ensuring updated and accurate voter lists across the state. In an official communication to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Assam, the Commission specified January 1, 2026, as the qualifying date for the revision exercise. Election officials clarified that the Special Revision lies between the annual special summary revision and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), highlighting the Commission’s commitment to maintaining error-free and comprehensive electoral rolls before…

18 Nov

Allied Blenders’ ICONiQ WINTER Whisky expands to Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, heat up North India market

Business BureauBusiness

Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), India’s largest domestic spirits company by volume, has announced the launch of its ICONiQ WINTER International Grain Whisky in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. Following strong consumer demand in Maharashtra, the move marks ABD’s first expansion of India’s only winter-focused whisky into northern markets. The brand has seen exceptional growth this year, doubling volumes and market share in the prestige whisky segment. In Uttar Pradesh, ICONiQ now ranks as the No. 2 brand, crossing 1 million cases within just five months of the financial year. Haryana has also recorded significant gains in market share, reflecting robust…

18 Nov

Samsung TV Plus inks first-of-its-kind content deal with leading creators

Business BureauBusiness

Samsung TV Plus, India’s leading free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service, has inked a first-of-its-kind content deal with top global Creators, including the worldwide premiere of Mark Rober’s first-ever dedicated FAST channel in India. The partnership introduces six curated channels, expanding Samsung TV Plus’ portfolio to over 160 channels accessible on more than 14 million Samsung Smart TVs across the country. Mark Rober, a former NASA engineer and one of the world’s most influential Creators with over 71 million subscribers, brings his unique mix of science, creativity, and entertainment to Indian audiences. “This channel is a way to spread curiosity…

18 Nov

McDowell’s X Series brings ‘The Flavour Studio takeover’ to Kolkata with bold, playful cocktail innovation

Business BureauBusiness

Kolkata witnessed a burst of creativity, flavour, and experimentation as McDowell’s & Co. X Series hosted the first edition of its ‘Flavour Studio Takeover’ at AMPM Coffee and Cocktail Bar on November 13 and 14. The two-day event marked the beginning of the brand’s nationwide journey to reimagine cocktail culture, following its standout showcase at India Cocktail Week in Gurugram. The celebration brought together Kolkata’s top mixologists, creators, and flavour enthusiasts. Day one featured an exclusive advocacy session for the city’s bartending community, with experts discussing new-age bar technologies, modern ingredients, and innovation. The second day saw an electrifying bar…

17 Nov

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat lands in Assam for centenary celebrations

Banasree SarkarAssam

During a two-day visit, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat made a significant contribution to the organization's centennial celebrations. Dr. Bhagwat went straight to Sudarshanalaya at Barbari after landing at Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. There, he is anticipated to participate in a number of internal talks and meetings with RSS officials. In honor of the RSS's 100th anniversary of founding, Dr. Bhagwat is visiting Assam to supervise relevant initiatives and create connections with the state's employees. This is Dr. Bhagwat's second trip to Guwahati this year. During his five days in the city in February, he had…

17 Nov

Nomura likely probes India bond desk amid doubts over inflated profits

Purbalee DuttaBreaking News

Nomura Holdings, a major global investment bank, is reviewing its India fixed-income business amid concerns that profits reported by its rates division may have been overstated in recent years. According to a Bloomberg report, the bank’s compliance team is examining how trades involving Strips were being valued. What Are Strips?Strips, or Separate Trading of Registered Interest and Principal of Securities, are created when a bond’s principal and interest payments are split and traded separately. Investors can buy these components individually instead of as a single security. Why They Matter in Accounting:The investigation is focused on whether traders marked their positions…

17 Nov

Cybersecurity Experts Emphasize AI-Driven Defense and Zero Trust

Mohini BarmanInternational

The latest global cybersecurity outlook report highlights that AI-driven threats are evolving faster than traditional enterprise defenses can adapt, forcing an urgent shift in strategy for 2025. The report stresses two critical areas for security investment: AI-Driven Defense and adopting Zero Trust Architectures. Criminal groups are now using machine learning to create AI-driven malware that mutates in real-time to bypass static security systems. In response, organizations are being urged to use AI to automate threat response and deploy AI security agents for greater efficiency. The second major trend is the widespread adoption of Zero Trust (ZT) architectures. With traditional perimeter-based…