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Meesho Ltd. encountered a significant setback just a day before its IPO, as several major investors withdrew from its anchor placement over what they saw as preferential treatment toward SBI Funds Management Pvt. Ltd. Sources told Bloomberg News that the company allocated roughly one-fourth of its anchor book to SBI Funds, prompting objections from other prominent asset managers. Firms such as Capital Group, Aberdeen Group, Norges Bank Investment Management, ICICI Prudential AMC, Nippon India Life AMC, and Nomura Asset Management reportedly sought allotments comparable to SBI Funds and chose to exit in protest when that did not happen. Despite these…

Godrej Industries Group hosted its first Assistive Tech Conference 2025 in Mumbai on December 1, marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a strong call for technology-driven inclusion at workplaces. The conference brought together start-ups, corporates, researchers, disability-rights advocates, and athletes to explore solutions that can reshape accessibility across India’s workforce. Parmesh Shahani, Head of Godrej DEI Lab, said the event reaffirmed that designing with empathy and equity can “build a world where everyone can thrive.” The conference featured 12 inclusive-tech start-ups, along with innovations from Access for All, NCPEDP, and AssisTech Foundation. Godrej Properties also launched its…

Turkish Airlines has announced a major digital leap with its partnership with Samsung to launch the Smart Tagged Baggage Service, enabling passengers to track their luggage through Samsung’s Smart Things Find technology. Starting December 1, travellers can monitor bags equipped with Galaxy SmartTag, ensuring faster and more efficient location tracking in cases of misplacement or delay. With this move, Turkish Airlines becomes the first airline globally to integrate SmartThings technologies into baggage tracking, reaffirming its commitment to digital transformation with a passenger-first approach. Passengers will also be able to upload photos of their bags in the SmartThings Find app for…

Škoda Auto India has crossed a major milestone in its 25th year in the country, recording cumulative sales of over 500,000 units since its entry into the Indian market. The company reported sales of 5,491 units in November 2025, marking a sharp 90% year-on-year jump. Notably, Škoda has already achieved its highest-ever sales in the first ten months of 2025. Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, attributed the strong performance to the company’s expanding network, value-driven ownership plans, and a robust product line. “These have been the chief driving forces behind our 5 lakh landmark sales and consistent year-on-year…

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. has launched the NUVOCO ZERO M UNNATI App, a new digital platform aimed at strengthening engagement with its extensive influencer community, including contractors, waterproofing applicators, tile applicators, masons, and painters. Dealers, retailers, and distributors will also be able to access the app through their designated profiles. The app offers a seamless digital experience with real-time tracking of reward points, incentive updates, instant offer notifications, and quick access to detailed product information. It also integrates a direct helpline and call-centre support to ensure continuous assistance for users. Chirag Shah, Head of Marketing, Innovation and Sales Excellence at…

The Darjeeling Welfare Society (DWS) on Sunday hosted senior representatives from the Gates Foundation at Peshok Tea Estate for a detailed review of its livelihood project being implemented across seven tea gardens in the region. The initiative, executed by Grant Thornton Bharat, aims to support families in tea-growing areas through alternative income-generation activities. During the field visit, the delegation interacted with beneficiaries from Peshok, Panighatta, Makaibari, Moonda Kotee, Mangarjung, Samrikpani, and Ambootia tea estates. They inspected several key components of the project, including a demonstration plot, a nursery unit, oyster mushroom cultivation, and a dalle paste processing centre. Women entrepreneurs…