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23 Aug

86% in East India see dengue, malaria as year-round threat: Goodknight Survey

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A new survey by Goodknight, India’s leading household insecticide brand under Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. (GCPL), has revealed that 81% of Indians fear mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and malaria can strike at any time of the year, not just during monsoons. East India showed the highest concern, with 86% respondents agreeing to the year-round risk, followed by West (81%) and North and South (80%). The pan-India study, conducted by YouGov, highlights how climate change, urbanisation and changing environmental conditions have led to year-round breeding of mosquitoes. India recorded over 2.33 lakh dengue cases last year, underscoring the need for constant…

23 Aug

Approach Communications bags Sure Real Pictures PR & Communications Account

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Approach Communications, an award-winning PR and Communications agency, has been appointed as the official PR and Communications partner for Sure Real Pictures, an innovative production house dedicated to crafting compelling stories for Gen Z and Millennials. This partnership marks a significant step for Sure Real Pictures as it launches its debut feature film, Liberation, and embarks on an ambitious journey to create impactful films, web series, and digital content for a global audience. Sure Real Pictures, founded by Kanishk Kadam and Ankit Kadam, is focused on delivering thought-provoking narratives that resonate with younger generations. Their debut film, Liberation (2025), directed…

23 Aug

CGC Jhanjeri transitions into CGC University, Mohali with industry-integrated vision

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Chandigarh Group of Colleges (CGC), Jhanjeri has officially transitioned into CGC University, Mohali, marking a significant milestone in its 25-year legacy. The announcement was made at a high-profile press conference at JW Marriott, Chandigarh, attended by academic leaders and corporate representatives from IBM, KPMG, EY, Cognitel, Microsoft, Autodesk, Meta, and Imarticus Learning. Founder Chancellor S. Rashpal Singh Dhaliwal described the move as his “commitment to society,” stressing that quality education must be accessible to all. Managing Director Arsh Dhaliwal highlighted his vision of making CGC University India’s first “Industry-Integrated Learning Capital”, bridging academia and employability with futuristic, tech-enabled curricula. The…

23 Aug

Titas Footwear secures Mohta family backing, announces Rs 50 cr investment for expansion

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Kolkata-based footwear brand Titas Footwear Pvt. Ltd. has entered a new growth phase with the Mohta family acquiring a majority stake and committing an investment of ₹50 crore over the next three years. The move marks a strategic shift after three decades of operations under Global Footwear & Leathercraft Industries. A new leadership team led by Anirudh Mohta will oversee the company’s transition, focusing on brand development, retail expansion, and customer-centric innovation. “Titas is synonymous with quality, comfort and longevity. Our aim is to make Titas a preferred family footwear destination with world-class products,” Mohta said. The newly formed company…

22 Aug

Screen Awards 2025 goes digital-first with YouTube, unlock new market opportunities

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The Indian Express Group has redefined the Screen Awards 2025 with a digital-first strategy, announcing YouTube as the exclusive partner to stream the event. The shift underscores a growing trend in India’s entertainment economy, where cinema and digital platforms increasingly converge to tap into evolving consumer habits. Executive Director Anant Goenka highlighted that the awards will honour storytelling beyond box office numbers, while YouTube India’s Managing Director Gunjan Soni described the partnership as a cultural and commercial milestone, merging Bollywood stars with influential digital creators. With YouTube reaching four out of five internet users in India and generating over 7.5…

22 Aug

Abbott launches FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus in India with real-time glucose monitoring and alarms

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Global healthcare leader Abbott has introduced its latest diabetes management innovation, the Free Style Libre 2 Plus sensor, in India. The next-generation device provides automatic glucose readings every minute directly to a smartphone, along with optional alarms for high or low sugar levels. This advancement eliminates the need for routine fingersticks, giving people with diabetes more confidence and freedom in managing their health. India, home to over 101 million people with diabetes—the world’s second-largest population—faces a growing demand for real-time management tools. Abbott’s technology has already transformed care for more than seven million people globally. Studies show FreeStyleLibre technology can…

22 Aug

Apollo Hospitals Promoter Stake Sale Proceeds To Bring Down Pledged Holdings

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Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd. confirmed on Friday, August 22, that promoter and Managing Director Suneeta Reddy was the seller in the large block trade executed earlier in the day. According to the exchange filing, Reddy sold 18.97 lakh shares — representing 1.3% of her total holding — at ₹7,850 per share, generating ₹1,489 crore through the deal. The block transaction involved 1.32% of Apollo Hospitals’ total equity. The company stated that the funds raised will be used to significantly reduce the pledged shares held by the promoter group, bringing them down from 13.1% to just 2%. As a result of…

22 Aug

ICICI Bank impacts 1.89 crore lives with expanded CSR and ESG initiatives in FY25

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ICICI Bank has reported a significant expansion of its social and environmental initiatives, impacting 1.89 crore lives during FY24-25, according to its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. The Bank allocated ₹801 crore towards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in FY25, marking a 54% increase from ₹519 crore in the previous year. Women’s empowerment remained a core focus, with 10 lakh women supported through Self-Help Groups (SHGs), raising the total beneficiaries to 1.1 crore. Skill development, agriculture, and micro-enterprise programmes benefitted over 91 lakh people, boosting rural livelihoods. In healthcare, ICICI Bank partnered with 550 hospitals to facilitate treatment for 4…

22 Aug

TVS launches King Kargo HD EV, sets new standards in cargo mobility

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TVS Motor Company on Thursday launched the TVS King Kargo HD EV, a three-wheeler designed to meet the fast-changing demands of urban and semi-urban logistics. The company also unveiled the CNG variant, which is slated for launch before the end of 2025. The new electric cargo vehicle brings in several segment-first features, including LED head and tail lamps for enhanced visibility, a spacious cabin with rolling windows, stylish door trims for better ventilation, and a dedicated Power Gear Mode for superior torque under heavy loads. It is also India’s first Bluetooth-enabled cargo three-wheeler, powered by TVS SmartXonnect™ offering 26 smart…

22 Aug

Godrej Industries’ National Chemistry Day Summit pushes India toward global chemical leadership

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The Godrej Industries Group (GIG) hosted the second edition of the National Chemistry Day Summit, reaffirming its focus on innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness in India’s chemical sector. Organized jointly by Godrej Industries (Chemicals) and Astec Life Sciences, the summit brought together industry leaders, academics, and researchers to shape the future of Indian chemistry. Themed “Driving Innovation and Growth in India’s Chemical Industry”, discussions centered on research and development, digitalisation, and future-ready talent as core enablers for global success. Burjis Godrej, Executive Director of Godrej Agrovet and Managing Director of Astec Life Sciences, along with Nadir Godrej, Chairperson of GIG, underscored…