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16 Jan

Sennheiser unveils up to 50% discounts on premium audio products during Amazon Republic Day sale

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Sennheiser, a global leader in audio technology, has announced major discounts of up to 50 percent on its premium audio range during the Amazon Republic Day Sale 2026. The sale will begin on January 16 for all customers, while Prime members will get early access starting midnight on January 15. The offers are available for both Prime and non-Prime users across India. As part of the sale, customers can also avail up to 24 months of no-cost EMI along with additional discounts on select bank cards. The discounted portfolio includes popular products such as the Profile Wireless microphone system, MD…

15 Jan

TallyPrime 7.0 launched with stronger banking links, enhanced data security for MSMEs

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Tally Solutions Pvt Ltd, India’s leading business automation software provider, has announced the launch of TallyPrime Release 7.0, marking five years of the TallyPrime platform. Since its inception, TallyPrime has been designed around one clear promise- make digitisation simple, reliable, and truly useful for MSMEs. This milestone release strengthens that mission by bringing together deeper integrations, smarter automation, and meaningful data-protection enhancements into a more cohesive, connected experience. Over the years, TallyPrime has helped businesses navigate India’s fast-evolving digital landscape, from e-invoicing and e-way bills to connected GST compliance and everyday financial operations. With features like Connected Banking and TallyPrime…

15 Jan

MG Windsor becomes India’s No. 1 selling EV of 2025 with 46,735 units sold

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JSW MG Motor India has announced that the MG Windsor has emerged as India’s No. 1 selling electric vehicle in 2025, clocking sales of over 46,735 units during the calendar year. The company is the first OEM in the country to achieve such volumes with a single EV model. The Windsor also recorded the highest month-on-month EV sales through 2025, averaging nearly 4,000 units per month. Overall, JSW MG Motor India posted 19% growth for the year, while its EV sales surged by 111% compared to 2024. Windsor sales also grew by more than 20% in Q4 2025 over the…

15 Jan

California Opens Probe Into Grok Over AI Deepfake Abuse Claims

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California has launched a formal investigation into Elon Musk’s xAI following mounting allegations that its Grok model is generating sexually explicit deepfake images without consent. State Attorney General Rob Bonta said recent reports showing the spread of fabricated nude imagery including depictions of women and children were shocking and called on xAI to act immediately. The probe comes as global scrutiny intensifies. UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has warned that X, which hosts Grok, could lose its ability to self-regulate. British watchdog Ofcom has separately opened its own investigation and could impose fines of up to 10% of global…

15 Jan

Shoppers Don’t Mind, Gig Workers Happy

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

In India’s rapidly expanding quick-commerce sector, the promise of “10-minute delivery” came to represent extreme convenience driven by nearby dark stores and streamlined logistics. However, as Blinkit drops this claim following intervention by the Labour Ministry, the focus is shifting amid growing concerns over the safety and well-being of gig workers. A delivery rider, who participated in a nationwide strike, said strict time expectations often led to customer harassment and risky behaviour on the road. He recalled being pressured during delays and even meeting with an accident due to constant calls from customers. The government’s intervention, he said, has brought…

15 Jan

Budget Countdown: Telecom Players Demand Sharper Cuts in Licence Charges

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The telecom industry is lobbying the finance ministry for significant reductions in licence fees and a temporary suspension of compulsory contributions to the Digital Bharat Nidhi in the forthcoming Union Budget. They assert that the existing regulatory fees are hindering their ability to invest in next-generation networks. According to industry recommendations submitted in advance of the Budget, there is a request to reduce the licence fee from the current rate of 3% of adjusted gross revenue (AGR) to a range between 0.5% and 1%. Additionally, it is proposed that the 5% AGR contribution to the Digital Bharat Nidhi be temporarily…

15 Jan

Samsung announces the certification of 1,750 students in Uttar Pradesh under its flagship SIC programme

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Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, on the occasion of National Youth Day, has announced the certification of 1,750 students in Uttar Pradesh under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, marking a significant milestone in the company’s youth-skilling efforts in the state. The certification ceremony was held at the City Group of Institutions in Lucknow, in the presence of Smt. Rajni Tiwari, Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh, along with academic leaders and programme partners. With this cohort, the total number of students trained under Samsung Innovation Campus in Uttar Pradesh has reached 3,900, making it one…

14 Jan

Namami Gange Mission gains momentum in West Bengal with two major sewerage projects going live

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West Bengal has strengthened its push for river rejuvenation and urban sanitation with the operationalisation of two major sewerage treatment projects under Phase II of the Namami Gange Mission during the financial year 2025–26. The projects aim to significantly reduce the flow of untreated wastewater into the Ganga River, officials said. The first project, commissioned at Maheshtala in South 24 Parganas district, has been developed at an estimated cost of ₹286.97 crore under the Hybrid Annuity Model. It includes an Interception, Diversion and Treatment system along with a modern Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) of 35 MLD capacity, catering to Maheshtala…

14 Jan

Bandhan Mutual Fund announces the launch of the Bandhan Gold ETF FoF and Bandhan Silver ETF FoF

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Bandhan Mutual Fund has announced the launch of the Bandhan Gold ETF FoF and Bandhan Silver ETF FoF, two open-ended schemes designed to provide investors with an easy, transparent, and cost-efficient way to participate in gold and silver. The New Fund Offers (NFOs) open on Monday, 12 January 2026, and close on Tuesday, 20 January 2026. Investments in the Bandhan Gold ETF FoF and Bandhan Silver ETF FoF can be made through licensed mutual fund distributors, investment advisors, online platforms, or directly at https://bandhanmutual.com/campaign/nfo/ Vishal Kapoor, CEO, Bandhan AMC, commenting on the launch, said, “Gold and silver can play a…

14 Jan

Ananya Panday embraces simple, sustainable habits to start 2026 on a mindful note

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Actor Ananya Panday has chosen a refreshingly simple approach to welcome the New Year, stepping away from big resolutions and focusing instead on everyday habits that are easy to maintain. In a new Instagram reel shared in collaboration with California Almonds, the actor opens up about the pressure that often comes with the idea of “new year, new me.” In the candid video, Ananya is seen speaking to herself in front of a mirror, acknowledging how quickly time passes and how New Year resolutions can sometimes trigger anxiety. Rather than aiming for perfection, she stresses the importance of consistency and…