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09 Oct

All-new Nissan Tekton promises bold drive for India’s SUV enthusiasts

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Nissan Motor India has offered a first glimpse of its upcoming C-SUV, the All-New Tekton, ahead of its 2026 launch, aiming to redefine the driving experience for Indian consumers. Inspired by the iconic Nissan Patrol, the Tekton blends bold design, advanced technology, and premium craftsmanship. Its name, “Tekton,” meaning “craftsman” or “architect” in Greek, reflects Nissan’s philosophy of precision engineering and vehicles that resonate with people’s lifestyles. As the second product under Nissan’s “One Car, One World” strategy, the Tekton will be produced at Nissan-Renault’s Chennai plant for both domestic sale and select exports. The SUV showcases a muscular side…

09 Oct

3 minutes, 3 steps, once a month: Medanta empowers women to detect breast cancer early

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Medanta – The Medicity, named India’s Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six consecutive years, has launched an educational video highlighting a simple self-breast examination procedure aimed at early detection of breast cancer. The initiative is part of its “Jaanta Hai Medanta” movement to raise awareness and drive action against the disease. The video, featuring Dr. Kanchan Kaur, Senior Director, Breast Cancer at Medanta, demonstrates a three-step self-exam that takes just three minutes and should be conducted monthly, ideally 2–3 days after a woman’s periods. The method involves checking the breast and armpit using light pressure in an up-and-down and…

08 Oct

Benefits of Deep Brain Stimulation for Cerebral Palsy Patients

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Dr Anirban Deep Banerjee, Director, Neurosurgery, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon Cerebral Palsy is a group of neurological disorders that affect muscle coordination, movement, and posture. This non-progressive condition is caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the brain that occurs during pregnancy, birth, or after birth. It is the most common motor disability in children, with symptoms appearing throughout infancy and early childhood. Many children with CP have trouble walking, muscle stiffness, tremors, and involuntary movements, which can significantly impact their quality of life. Nearly 15-20 per cent of physically disabled children are affected by Cerebral Palsy. In…

08 Oct

Ather Energy hits 5,00,000 electric scooter milestone with Rizta rollout

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Ather Energy Limited, a leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer in India, has crossed a landmark production milestone with the rollout of its 5,00,000th scooter from its Hosur facility in Tamil Nadu. The milestone vehicle was the company’s flagship family scooter, Rizta, which has quickly emerged as a key growth driver since its launch last year. Speaking on the achievement, Swapnil Jain, Co-founder and CTO of Ather Energy, said, “Crossing 5,00,000 scooters is a major milestone for Ather. This achievement reflects years of focused engineering, rigorous testing, and meticulous attention to quality, along with the dedication of our teams and the trust…

08 Oct

TVS Raider 125cc “Wicked” variant launched with boost mode, dual disc brakes and glide through technology

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TVS Motor Company on Monday unveiled the most advanced variant of its popular TVS Raider, introducing several segment-first features that aim to redefine performance and safety in the 125cc motorcycle category. The new TVS Raider comes equipped with “Boost Mode” powered by iGO Assist technology, delivering best-in-class torque of 11.75 Nm @ 6,000 RPM. Riders can also enjoy enhanced braking confidence with First-in-Segment Dual Disc Brakes with ABS and effortless low-speed manoeuvrability thanks to Glide Through Technology (GTT). The bike’s updated tyre configuration—90/90-17 front and 110/80-17 rear—ensures superior grip and handling across varied terrains. Additional safety features include a Follow…

08 Oct

PM Modi felicitates ITI toppers, launches PM-SETU and 1,200 vocational skill labs

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In a landmark event at Vigyan Bhawan, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi felicitated 46 All India toppers from Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) at the 4th Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh. The Prime Minister also launched PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs), a ₹60,000 crore scheme aimed at modernizing 1,000 government ITIs across India, and virtually inaugurated 1,200 Vocational Skill Labs in 400 Navodaya Vidyalayas and 200 Eklavya Model Residential Schools. PM-SETU will operate on a hub-and-spoke model, with 200 hub ITIs linked to 800 spokes, offering industry-aligned courses, innovation centres, training of trainers, and placement support. Fifteen clusters…

07 Oct

Mahindra launches new Bolero range with bold design, modern tech and enhanced comfort

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Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV maker, on Monday unveiled the New Bolero range, featuring upgraded variants with contemporary styling, advanced technology, and improved ride comfort. The New Bolero is priced between ₹7.99 lakh and ₹9.69 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Bolero Neo range starts at ₹8.49 lakh and goes up to ₹9.99 lakh for the top-end N11 variant. The New Bolero comes with a bold grille, diamond-cut R15 alloy wheels, new Stealth Black color, leatherette upholstery, 17.8 cm touchscreen infotainment, and steering-mounted audio controls. Bolero Neo features a sleek grille with horizontal accents, dark metallic R16 wheels, new Lunar…

07 Oct

MoS Pabitra Margherita inaugurates ‘Best of India’ textile fair in Moscow, boosts export vision

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Minister of State Pabitra Margherita inaugurated the “Best of India – Indian Apparels and Textile Fair” in Moscow on October 1, reaffirming India’s push to expand its textile exports to Russia and CIS markets. The three-day event, organised by the Handloom Export Promotion Council (HEPC), showcased the creativity and strength of India’s handloom sector. Margherita, sharing his views on social media, said, “This fair will boost India’s exports to Russia, deepen cooperation, and open new gateways to CIS markets.” He noted that the initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh’s vision to expand the…

07 Oct

Hindware launches ‘Designed for Sukoon’ campaign, redefines home comfort

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Hindware, India’s leading bathware, tiles, and consumer appliances brand, unveiled its new brand positioning, ‘Designed for Sukoon’, aimed at transforming homes into sanctuaries of comfort and wellbeing. The integrated campaign, conceptualised by Mullen Lowe Lintas Group, emphasizes emotional connect, highlighting Calm, Care, Comfort, Love, and Playfulness as core elements of the Hindware experience. The campaign showcases innovative products including a Multifunction Shower with Thermostat simulating monsoon rain, Smart WC with warm seating, splash-free faucets, vibrant washbasins, IoT Chimneys with Maxx Silence Technology, and premium tiles, designed to merge functionality with aesthetic appeal. Shashvat Somany, Head of Strategy at SomanyImpresa Group,…

07 Oct

Soha Ali Khan shares festive wellness tips: Almonds, fruits and staying active

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As India gears up for the festive season, actor, author, and mother Soha Ali Khan has shared her wellness guide to enjoy celebrations without compromising health. Emphasizing mindful eating, Soha advises never attending parties on an empty stomach to avoid bingeing on unhealthy foods. Her tip: carry a handful of California Almonds, a nutrient-rich snack that keeps hunger at bay while providing dietary fiber, vitamin E, and vitamin B12. Soha also recommends including a bowl of fresh fruits like apples, oranges, chikoo, muskmelon, and grapes in daily routines. “They’re low in fat and calories, rich in fiber, and help regulate…