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FundsIndia crosses Rs 20,000 crore AUM, sets sights on becoming India’s go-to wealth platform

FundsIndia crosses Rs 20,000 crore AUM, sets sights on becoming India’s go-to wealth platform

Digital wealth management platform FundsIndia has achieved a major milestone, crossing ₹20,000 crore in Assets Under Management (AUM). The achievement highlights the company’s growing influence in India’s fintech sector, where it caters to retail investors, partner networks, and private wealth clients. FundsIndia’s strategy combines technology-driven convenience with personalized investment guidance, supported by research and investor trust. The platform has positioned itself as a full-service wealth management solution, aiming to be the preferred choice for individuals seeking digital and phygital investment options. Group CEO Akshay Sapru hailed the milestone as a reaffirmation of the company’s vision. “The trust of our customers,…
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Adani Power receives LoA from MPPMCL for total 1,600 MW capacity, shares upgrade nearly 3%

Adani Power receives LoA from MPPMCL for total 1,600 MW capacity, shares upgrade nearly 3%

Shares of Adani Power rose nearly 2.9% to hit a high of ₹653 per share on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The stock opened at ₹638.50, up from its previous close of ₹634.45. The surge in stock price came after the company informed the exchange that it has received an additional Letter of Award (LoA) from MP Power Management Company Limited (MPPMCL) for supply of 800 MW power from its upcoming ultra-supercritical thermal project at Anuppur in Madhya Pradesh. The plant will be developed on a Design, Build, Finance, Own and Operate (DBFOO) basis, with fuel to be supplied through…
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Jaishankar urges open, non-discriminatory global trade at BRICS emergency meet

Jaishankar urges open, non-discriminatory global trade at BRICS emergency meet

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Monday underscored the need for an open and non-discriminatory global trade system while representing India at a virtual emergency BRICS meeting. The session, attended by leaders including China’s Xi Jinping, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and Brazil’s Lula da Silva, focused on addressing pressing international trade challenges. Highlighting the growing fragility of the multilateral system, Dr. Jaishankar emphasized that sustainable trade requires constructive and cooperative approaches. Without naming any country directly, he cautioned against linking trade measures to non-trade matters and stressed that nations must enhance economic cooperation, strengthen supply chains, and promote regional self-sufficiency.…
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Oriflame expands optimals line with new Hydra Radiance range in India

Oriflame expands optimals line with new Hydra Radiance range in India

Swedish holistic beauty and wellbeing brand Oriflame has launched its new Optimals Hydra Radiance Range in India, adding to its popular Optimals skincare line. The collection is designed to simplify routines while ensuring hydration, barrier strengthening, and microbiome balance for all skin types. Dermatologically tested, the Hydra Radiance products aim to deliver results with minimal effort, in line with the growing trend of “skinimalism.” Oriflame says the range combines science and sustainability, offering solutions for young professionals, parents, and consumers seeking healthier, glowing skin. “The new Optimals Hydra Radiance range offers routines that are easy to follow yet deliver meaningful…
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Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy: New Tools for Clinicians’ War against Head and Neck Cancer

Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy: New Tools for Clinicians’ War against Head and Neck Cancer

DR. KUNJAHARI MEDHI, SENIOR DIRECTOR, CANCER CARE, MEDANTA – THE MEDICITY The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) estimates that 20% of the global population will develop cancer during their lifetime. Head and Neck Cancers are a significant burden on India, accounting for around 30% of all cancer incidents recorded in the country, and in the North Eastern states, the incidence rate is as high as 54.48%, likely due to the widespread habit of chewing tobacco. The settled practice for treating patients suffering from Head and Neck Cancer is to carry out surgery, followed by radiation therapy and chemotherapy.…
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Education and skilling leaders chart roadmap for Aatmanirbhar Bharat

Education and skilling leaders chart roadmap for Aatmanirbhar Bharat

In a high-level deliberation today at Kaushal Bhawan, New Delhi, leaders from the Ministry of Education (MoE) and Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) outlined strategies to advance India’s vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The session, themed “Swadeshi Se Samriddhaaur Viksit Bharat – Strategies in Education and Skilling,” was chaired by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, in the presence of Ministers of State Jayant Chaudhary and Dr. Sukanta Majumdar. Officials from school and higher education departments, MSDE, and heads of autonomous institutions discussed integrating education and skilling as twin pillars of Mission Swadeshi. The deliberations emphasized nurturing self-reliance from…
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In honor of the 59th Nathula Vijay Diwas, the governor of Sikkim flags off a bike rally

In honor of the 59th Nathula Vijay Diwas, the governor of Sikkim flags off a bike rally

Governor of Sikkim, Om Prakash Mathur, today flagged off a bike rally from Raj Bhavan to mark the 59th Nathula Vijay Diwas, an occasion that honours the bravery and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces during the 1967 Indo-China war under the leadership of Late Maj. Gen. Sagat Singh. Organised by the 17th Mountain Division of the Indian Army, the rally featured 60 bikers, including women riders, traversing Nathula Pass, Dokala Pass, and Chola Pass. While flagging off the event, the Governor described it as a moving tribute to the courage of the Indian Army and a reminder of the…
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Scientific farming gets a boost from Sonitpur Agriculture Department

Scientific farming gets a boost from Sonitpur Agriculture Department

In order to implement a green revolution in the district, the Sonitpur District Agriculture Department emphasized the importance of using scientific farming practices. According to officials, farmers can double their production and make Sonitpur proud by regularly testing the soil and applying the appropriate amounts of pesticides and fertilizers at the appropriate times. In this context, the district agriculture department under ATMA arranged a special farmer-scientist interaction program at the Joint Agriculture Director's Office Training Center at Mazgaon, Tezpur. In order to encourage self-reliance, the program also sought to provide farmers with guidance on fisheries and livestock production. The event…
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Assam SIT reveals alleged MP conspiracy with Pakistani ties; Cabinet to consider report

Assam SIT reveals alleged MP conspiracy with Pakistani ties; Cabinet to consider report

The Assam government is set to review a Special Investigation Team (SIT) report that has reportedly flagged a Pakistan-linked plot involving a Member of Parliament from the state. The SIT, constituted by the Assam Cabinet on February 17, 2025, was tasked with probing the alleged anti-India activities of Pakistani national Ali Tauqeer Sheikh and his associates. According to sources, the SIT has uncovered startling details suggesting a broader conspiracy that could threaten national sovereignty. The probe has revealed the involvement of a British national married to an Indian MP, allegedly connected to Sheikh’s network. Further findings suggest that the Ministry…
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Apple is launching a thinnest iPhone

Apple is launching a thinnest iPhone

Launch of the iPhone 17 Air: Apple has made a radical design change with the new iPhone 17 Air, which is only 5.6 mm thick. Additionally, the company announced a slimmer, smarter Apple Watch Series 11 and updated AirPods Pro with live translation. The focus of Tuesday's Apple event was remodeling and fresh design. Apple unveiled a brand-new iPhone Air model, the thinnest of its kind at only 5.6mm. Because of the new form, the phone's internal components had to be changed to make room for the device. However, this redesign did not entail sacrificing quality because the phone boasts…
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