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02 Dec

‘If you don’t want Sanchar Saathi, you can delete it’: Minister on govt’s mobile tracking app

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Communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has clarified that the government-mandated Sanchar Saathi app can be removed by users. His remarks came a day after the Centre’s order to pre-install the app on all smartphones triggered a wave of privacy concerns. Speaking to ANI on December 2, Scindia said, “If you don’t want Sanchar Saathi, you can delete it. It is optional,” adding that the government’s responsibility is only to introduce the app, not force people to retain it. The app is promoted as a tool to verify the authenticity of devices and help trace lost phones. However, privacy advocates and Opposition…

02 Dec

Mia by Tanishq strengthens Northeast outreach through Hornbill Festival partnership

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Mia by Tanishq, India’s leading contemporary fine jewellery brand, has come on board as the Official Style Partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025—one of the country’s most cherished celebrations of cultural heritage, artistry, community, and creative expression. Through this partnership, Mia brings its “Precious, every day” philosophy to a festival that beautifully mirrors the very values the brand stands for: individuality, confidence, craftsmanship, and the power of personal stories. Ms. Shyamala Ramanan, Business Head – Mia by Tanishq, shared the main dais with the Chief Minister of Nagaland, Ambassadors and Ministers at the inauguration and addressed audiences reinforcing Mia’s leadership…

01 Dec

Godrej Consumer Products launches India’s first toolkit to boost disability inclusion in manufacturing

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Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. (GCPL), in collaboration with Atypical Advantage, unveiled India’s first ‘Work That Includes’ Employability Toolkit aimed at driving meaningful disability inclusion in the manufacturing sector. Launched during the EmployAbility in Manufacturing Summit 2025 in Mumbai, the toolkit provides practical guidance for companies to integrate persons with disabilities (PwD) into factory operations, covering job mapping, workflow redesigns, accessibility checklists, Indian Sign Language (ISL) glossaries, and real-world case studies. With over 30 million employed in manufacturing but PwD workforce participation at just 36%, GCPL and Atypical Advantage aim to shift focus from “why inclusion” to “how inclusion” is achieved.…

01 Dec

Bandhan Mutual Fund unveils Gold and Silver ETFs ahead of December NFO Window

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Bandhan Mutual Fund on Friday announced the launch of two new commodity-based investment products — the Bandhan Gold ETF and Bandhan Silver ETF. Both open-ended schemes will track domestic prices of physical gold and silver, offering investors a transparent and efficient route to diversify their portfolios. The New Fund Offers (NFOs) will open on December 1 and close on December 3, 2025, with investments available through all major platforms. According to the fund house, gold continues to provide stability during global uncertainty, acting as a neutral store of value when currencies fluctuate. Silver, on the other hand, is gaining fresh…

01 Dec

Ai+ launches “Ai+ Laptab”

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Ai+, India’s rapidly growing technology brand, today unveiled the “Ai+ Laptab,” a new category of device combining laptop productivity with tablet portability. Available in 11”, 12”, and 13” models, the Laptab supports both keyboard and stylus input and is set to launch nationwide in Q1 2026 through Flipkart and Ai+ retail partners. The device runs on Ai+’s proprietary NxtQ OS, offering a dedicated PC Mode for multitasking, document management, and long-form content creation, while maintaining tablet-like ease of use. Emphasizing privacy, the Laptab comes free of pre-installed bloatware and invasive trackers, giving users complete local control over their data. CEO…

01 Dec

Hyatt Place Butwal officially opens, strengthen Hyatt’s footprint in Nepal

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Hyatt Place Butwal, the third Hyatt-branded hotel in Nepal, officially opened its doors today, marking a significant expansion of the Hyatt Place brand in key markets for global travelers and World of Hyatt members. The new property is designed to cater to both business and leisure guests, offering 109 spacious rooms including King, Twin, Forest View, Hill View, and suites, along with the expansive 1,560-square-foot Presidential Suite. The hotel features modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, 24-hour dining options, a Market for day-and-night meals, Zing Bar for specialty coffees and cocktails, a scenic outdoor pool, spa, fitness center, and a…

01 Dec

Samsung announces a major scale-up of its flagship Samsung ‘DOST Sales’ Programme

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Samsung India has announced a major expansion of its flagship Samsung Digital & Offline Skills Training (DOST) Sales Programme, aiming to train 9,400 young people from underserved communities for frontline retail roles. The initiative, aligned with India’s inclusive economic growth objectives, combines classroom learning with on-the-job training to prepare participants for careers in organised retail. Since its inception in 2021, the DOST Sales Programme has strengthened India’s retail talent pipeline. The current DOST Sales 4.0 initiative, in partnership with the Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI) and the Telecom Sector Skills Council (TSSC), provides trainees with 120 hours of…

29 Nov

IAC-Life Applauds Bima Gram API for Boosting Rural Insurance Coverage

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The Insurance Awareness Committee (IAC-Life) has welcomed the launch of the Bima Gram API by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), describing it as a key policy intervention to enhance rural insurance coverage and strengthen India’s financial inclusion agenda. Developed by the National Informatics Centre in collaboration with the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Department of Posts’ CEPT, and the Insurance Information Bureau of India, the API links postal PIN codes with Local Government Directory (LGD) codes, enabling insurers to digitally verify a policyholder’s Gram Panchayat (GP) location in real time. The initiative addresses longstanding policy challenges in…

29 Nov

Oriflame unveils breakthrough skin longevity research with Oripeptide-3

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Oriflame has announced new scientific findings showing that its patented bioactivating technology, Oripeptide-3, significantly supports key biological drivers of skin ageing. Central to the NovAge+ range, the breakthrough underscores Oriflame’s two-decade-long research into cellular health, skin longevity, and anti-ageing science. Developed to work with the skin’s natural biology, Oripeptide-3 targets five recognised hallmarks of ageing, including DNA protection, cellular renewal, protein quality maintenance, and boosting cellular energy for repair and defence. According to Oriflame’s Director of Scientific Research and Innovation, Dr Lene Visdal-Johnsen, the technology strengthens the foundation for healthier, more resilient, and youthful-looking skin. Edyta Kurek, Senior VP &…

29 Nov

Godrej Jersey India Lactograph Findings FY25–26’ is revealed by Godrej Jersey

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Godrej Jersey has unveiled the ‘Godrej Jersey India Lactograph Findings FY25–26,’ a study mapping how milk consumption patterns, occasions, and motivations continue to evolve across the country. Research was conducted across eight key cities, uncovering how milk integrates into daily routines while adapting to new lifestyle choices. In East India, the findings spotlight a region where milk is remembered as much as it is consumed. 78% in the East say milk reminds them of childhood, compared to a national average of 57%, making it the strongest “memory-led” milk market in the country. Around 78% also link milk to comfort or…