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A Reuters photograph captured during a cabinet meeting at Camp David on July 31, 2026, revealed a handwritten note on U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s pad that read "To Do: Buy Japanese Yen (JPY) $5-10 bil," sparking widespread speculation that Washington is preparing its first major direct intervention in foreign exchange markets to support Japan's currency in over a decade. The scribbled note, clearly visible directly below Bessent's conference name card, coincides with market reports that the U.S. Treasury placed major commercial banks on alert for potential market action and that the Federal Reserve Bank of New York executed yen…

TVS Motor Company has expanded its TVS Raider Super Squad Edition portfolio with the launch of a new Marvel Doctor Doom-inspired variant, introducing a Spectral Green colourway aimed at strengthening the motorcycle's appeal among young riders. The new edition was unveiled through a post-credit reveal following screenings of *Spider-Man: Brand New Day* in select theatres across India, drawing inspiration from Marvel's iconic post-credit tradition. The latest Super Squad Edition features a distinctive multi-tone travel finish that transitions from green to brown, reflecting the character's commanding persona. The motorcycle retains the performance package of the Raider 125, including its three-valve engine,…

ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the luxury and super-premium spirits business of Allied Blenders & Distillers Limited (ABD), has advanced its nationwide bartending competition, Bar Maestro, to the second round after receiving more than 350 entries from seven cities. Organised in partnership with the Tulleeho Beverage Academy, the competition has shortlisted 160 bartenders whose creations will now compete for a place in the national finals. The inaugural round also generated significant online engagement, attracting over 7.6 million Instagram views. The opening challenge required participants to create an original highball cocktail using WOODBURNS Contemporary Indian Whisky, with entries judged on creativity, technical…

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched a public awareness initiative urging citizens to stay vigilant against text message scams, warning that fraudsters are increasingly exploiting trust, fear and urgency to target users of digital payment platforms. As India advances towards a digital-first economy, NPCI said awareness remains one of the strongest safeguards against financial fraud. According to NPCI, fraudulent SMS messages are designed to trick users into compromising their money, personal information or digital accounts by impersonating banks, government agencies, telecom operators, delivery companies or other trusted organisations. Scammers commonly attempt to persuade users to click fake…

PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited has expanded its presence in the Northeast with the opening of a new branch in Shillong, aiming to improve access to life insurance products and customer services in Meghalaya. The insurer said the new branch is part of its strategy to strengthen its physical presence and make insurance services more accessible by offering policy support and financial advisory closer to customers.With the latest addition, PNB MetLife now operates 185 offices across India. The company said the expansion is intended to enhance customer engagement while providing easier access to protection and savings solutions through a…

Coca-Cola India's lemon and lime beverage brand Sprite has launched a new nationwide campaign, 'Spicy Laga. Sprite Utha.', positioning the drink as a companion for consumers who enjoy spicy food. The campaign features actor and Sprite brand ambassador Sharvari alongside comedian Sunil Grover and is built around the consumer habit of reaching for a chilled Sprite after eating spicy dishes. The campaign film, available in multiple regional languages including Hindi and Bengali, is set in a restaurant where Sunil Grover serves increasingly spicy dishes through his comic characters, while Sharvari responds by reaching for a chilled Sprite. According to the…