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14 Nov

A Fierce Shefali Shah Anchors Delhi Crime 3’s Harrowing New Investigation

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Delhi Crime Season 3 maintains the taut and gripping quality of its predecessors, confirming the series' reputation for excellence. Kudos to Vartika Madam Sir and the team for continuing this tradition. Season 3, set three years after the previous installment, follows DCP Vartika Chaturvedi (Shefali Shah) and her team in Silchar, Assam, as they confront the formidable human trafficker Badi Didi (Huma Qureshi), whose operations span from Rohtak to Bangkok. Tanuj Chopra returns as director for a series of six well-paced episodes, each running between 45 minutes to an hour. The show tackles the grim themes of young girls in…

14 Nov

Infosys Science Foundation announces Infosys Prize 2025 laureates honouring India’s brightest researchers

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The Infosys Science Foundation (ISF) announced the winners of the Infosys Prize 2025, recognizing six exceptional scholars for their groundbreaking contributions in Economics, Engineering and Computer Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences. Each laureate receives a gold medal, a citation, and a prize purse of USD 100,000. Among this year’s winners are Nikhil Agarwal (Economics) for his research on market design, Sushant Sachdeva (Engineering and Computer Science) for breakthroughs in algorithmic theory, Andrew Ollett (Humanities) for his scholarship in Prakrit languages, Anjana Badrinarayanan (Life Sciences) for genome maintenance studies, Sabyasachi Mukherjee (Mathematical Sciences) for…

14 Nov

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour 2025 unveils ‘Fashion’s Next Move’ across India

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India’s most iconic fashion platform, Blenders Pride Fashion Tour, has returned in 2025 with a spectacular new edition, setting the stage for what’s next in Indian fashion. Titled “Fashion’s Next Move,” the tour celebrates the bold convergence of creativity, culture, and innovation, in collaboration with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). The fashion journey kicks off in Gurugram with “The Futureverse of Fashion” by designers Falguni and Shane Peacock, featuring Shahid Kapoor and Tamannaah Bhatia, merging couture with technology in a stunning visual experience. It will then move to Jaipur with “High Octane Couture” by Abhishek Patni and Namrata…

13 Nov

Mahindra & Mahindra, Manulife form 50:50 life insurance joint venture

Purbalee DuttaIndia

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) announced on Thursday that its board has approved forming a 50:50 life insurance joint venture with Canada’s Manulife Financial Corporation, subject to regulatory clearances. Under the agreement, both companies will hold equal stakes in the new entity. The partnership aims to strengthen their presence in India’s growing financial sector and enhance customer financial wellbeing. This marks an expansion of their existing collaboration, which began with the launch of Mahindra Manulife Investment Management in 2020. Each partner has committed capital of up to ₹3,600 crore ($400 million) over ten years, with an expected initial investment of…

13 Nov

Saree, Gun, and Swagger: Priyanka Chopra’s First Look as Mandakini Sets the Internet Ablaze

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Director S.S. Rajamouli has revealed the first look of Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Mandakini in his upcoming adventure film. The film is characterized as an original action-adventure epic that follows heroes on various perilous missions globally. Rajamouli, following the success of "RRR," which won an Oscar for best original song, is aiming even higher with a new film that features Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu, international star Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran. The title of the film will be announced at a fan event in Hyderabad this weekend.Rajamouli's two-part "Baahubali" saga has been re-edited into a single film…

13 Nov

Samsung expands Care+ warranty plans for home appliances, strengthens consumer trust across India

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Samsung, India’s leading consumer electronics brand, has expanded its Samsung Care+ service to offer extended warranty plans for home appliances, including refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners, microwave ovens, and smart TVs. With plans ranging from one to four years and starting at just INR 2 per day, consumers can now enjoy enhanced protection and convenience for their appliances. The upgraded Samsung Care+ introduces industry-first coverage for software updates and screen malfunctions without physical damage, making it one of the most comprehensive appliance protection programs in the market. “We are committed to enhancing the customer experience with unique benefits such as…

13 Nov

Cipla Health hails FSSAI’s new ORS labelling rule, reinforces ProlyteORS as the #AsliORS

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Cipla Health Limited has welcomed the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India’s (FSSAI) recent directive mandating the removal of the term “ORS” from all food and beverage labels and trademarks unless they meet the medically approved Oral Rehydration Solution formulation defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The regulation is aimed at ensuring transparency and protecting consumer trust by preventing misleading product labelling. Cipla Health’s flagship brand, ProlyteORS, which already adheres to WHO standards, reaffirmed its position as the #AsliORS—a scientifically backed and clinically approved oral rehydration solution that delivers the precise balance of electrolytes, glucose, and sodium required…

13 Nov

Sikkim will host the 13th International Tourism Mart, highlighting the region’s sustainable growth

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Sikkim is set to host the 13th International Tourism Mart (ITM) for the North Eastern Region from November 13 to 16, highlighting sustainable tourism and environmental conservation. The event, organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, will bring together stakeholders from across India and abroad to promote responsible and inclusive tourism development in the North East. The event will be inaugurated by Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, alongside key dignitaries including Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu. Tourism Ministers from all North Eastern States, senior government officials,…

13 Nov

Amur Falcons arrive in Umrongso; rare Ruddy Shelducks and Seagulls spotted in Dima Hasao

Banasree SarkarAssam

The much-anticipated arrival of the migratory Amur Falcons has started in the Dima Hasao district's New Tumbung area, which is located beneath Umrongso's Garampani forest range. Due to their arrival, the District Magistrate has placed limitations in the bird roosting locations under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023 (previously Section 144 CrPC), which forbids any act of catching or killing the birds. Strict legal action against violators is another warning in the decree. For bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts in the area, the first sighting of a flock of Ruddy Shelducks and Seagulls at the NEEPCO…

13 Nov

TAFE Tractors EV among the top 5 finalists in the “TOTY” Sustainable Category at Agritechnica 2025 in Germany

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At Agritechnica 2025, TAFE – Tractors and Farm Equipment Limited, one of the world’s largest tractor manufacturers, has unveiled its next-generation electric hybrid tractor—the TAFE EVX75, while also celebrating a landmark achievement, the TAFE EV28 electric tractor being the finalist in “Tractor of the Year (TOTY) 2026” Award in the Sustainable Tractor Category. Alongside the EVX75, TAFE showcased its new vision guidance system and the new range featuring the 100 HP tractor with a new cab (TAFE 1015), 74 HP orchard and fruit tractor (TAFE 7515 GE), and Compact Utility Series, 65 HP (TAFE 6065), each designed to meet a…