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Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) has unveiled a game-changing addition to its household insecticides portfolio with the launch of the new Kala HIT mosquito aerosol powered by Thunderbolt Technology. This latest innovation uses Metofluthrin (MFT) to deliver 4X faster mosquito knockdown, requiring less aerosol for enhanced effectiveness and longer-lasting usage. The move comes after GCPL’s successful rollout of India’s first government-approved mosquito repellent incense sticks, Goodknight Agarbatti, and the introduction of Renofluthrin—India’s first indigenously developed mosquito control molecule. The Thunderbolt-enabled Kala HIT offers a potent solution for households battling high mosquito infestations, backed by a complete packaging revamp and a…

Marico Innovation Foundation (MIF) has launched InnoWin Day, a strategic initiative aimed at scaling India's next-generation cleantech, agritech, and circular economy innovations. The event, held today, connected innovators with key funding sources, including investors, grantmakers, and institutional customers, to drive breakthrough ideas into scalable enterprises. The inaugural edition of InnoWin Day featured 24 high-potential startups, including winners of the Indian Innovation Icons 2025—AssisTech Foundation, Chara Technologies, Indra Water, PARI, and Rocket Learning. Additionally, startups from MIF’s Scale-Up program, such as Brisil, GreenPod Labs, Ishitva Robotic Systems, and Urban Kisaan, showcased their transformative solutions in climate resilience, water management, and sustainable…

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) is set to highlight grassroots innovation at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, India’s largest startup convergence, from April 3-5 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The Skill India Pavilion, located in Hall 4, will feature 15 homegrown startups nurtured under the National Institute for Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development (NIESBUD), spanning sectors such as sustainable agriculture, eco-conscious textiles, AI services, and waste-to-wealth solutions. MSDE Secretary Shri Atul Kumar Tiwari emphasized the role of entrepreneurship in India's economic growth, stating, “Entrepreneurship today is thriving beyond metro cities, reaching villages and tier-two towns. Through Startup Mahakumbh, we…

Great minds, greater discussions! A glimpse into the upcoming Byatikram Education Conclave 2.0, where esteemed panelists and distinguished guests gathered at the Agartala Press Club for the press meet. The event set the stage for what promises to be an exciting and insightful Conclave, with experts from various fields coming together to discuss the future of education.The Byatikram Education Conclave 2.0 is scheduled to take place on 5th April 2025 at Hotel Polo Tower, Agartala, Tripura. This year’s event will bring together leading educators, thought leaders, and innovators for thought-provoking conversations aimed at shaping the future of education. Topics will…

Households and businesses in the Darjeeling district now have a structured way to recycle their used beverage cartons, thanks to a partnership between Tieedi Permaculture Foundation and Tetra Pak. The initiative aims to formalize waste workers, provide them with training and healthcare support, and ensure responsible recycling of aseptic beverage cartons. Tieedi, an environmental organization focused on zero-waste solutions, has teamed up with Tetra Pak, a global leader in food packaging, to establish a decentralized collection and recycling system. Used cartons will be collected through a network of waste workers and community volunteers before being sent to KhatemaFibres in Uttarakhand…