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The BHIM Payments App, developed by NPCI BHIM Services Limited, registered a sharp rise in digital payment transactions in FY26, recording a 301 per cent increase in total transaction volumes compared to FY25, the company said on Thursday. According to the company, monthly transaction volumes on the app increased from 5.93 crore in April 2025 to 21.6 crore in March 2026. The growth momentum continued in April 2026, with transaction volumes touching 22.49 crore and transaction value reaching ₹26,040 crore. In West Bengal, the app witnessed rising adoption in daily payment activities, with 71 per cent of transactions categorised as…

Tata Soulfull has expanded its breakfast portfolio with the launch of its new Ultimate Millet Muesli range, aimed at consumers looking for targeted nutrition solutions linked to weight management, protein intake and gut health. The company on Tuesday announced that the new range includes three variants — Tata Soulfull Ultimate Millet Muesli Slimcare for weight management goals, Ultimate Millet Muesli Hi-Protein for protein goals, and Ultimate Millet Muesli Probiotic for gut health support. The products are built around millets as the core ingredient as the company looks to strengthen its position in India’s growing millet-based foods segment. Alongside the launch,…

The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET), under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), on Tuesday convened the first meeting of its Research Advisory Committee (RAC) to strengthen research-driven policymaking in India’s vocational education and training ecosystem. The meeting was chaired by Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary, MSDE and Chairperson of NCVET. Senior representatives from government bodies, industry, academia, think tanks and research organisations participated in the discussions, including NITI Aayog, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Directorate General of Training (DGT), Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), IIM Calcutta, NCAER, TISS, Ashoka University and NIEPA. The committee discussed…

Bajaj General Insurance has launched ‘My Health Care Plan Edge+’ (MHCP EDGE+), a new health indemnity insurance plan offering flexible and customised coverage options with sum insured ranging from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 5 crore. The company said the plan has been designed to address rising healthcare costs and reduce out-of-pocket expenses through a modular structure that allows customers to choose add-ons and riders based on their healthcare requirements and affordability. MHCP EDGE+ offers unlimited reinstatement of the sum insured within a policy year, ensuring continued protection in case of multiple claims. The base plan covers hospitalisation expenses including…

Classic Legends has announced a nine-day nationwide “Legends’ Care Camp” across its authorised Jawa, Yezdi and BSA dealership network from May 23 to May 31, 2026, aimed at strengthening customer service and after-sales support. The company said the service initiative will be organised across multiple cities where customers can avail comprehensive vehicle health check-ups along with special offers on servicing, spare parts, labour charges and genuine accessories. During the camp, trained technicians will conduct a detailed 72-point inspection of motorcycles covering engine performance, brakes, clutch systems, electricals, suspension, tyres, battery condition and overall vehicle health to improve riding performance and…

The Institution of Engineering and Technology has announced the launch of the 10th edition of the IET India Scholarship Award, with the total prize pool doubled from ₹10 lakh to ₹20 lakh. Applications for the nationwide engineering scholarship programme opened on May 19 and will remain open until June 15, 2026. The scholarship is aimed at full-time undergraduate engineering students studying in AICTE and UGC-approved institutions across India. Eligible students from any year and engineering specialisation can apply if they have secured a minimum aggregate of 60 per cent marks or a CGPA of 6.0 with all credits cleared. The…