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29 Jun

KotakBizLabs and NSRCEL launch new push to empower women-led startups in India

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MuKotak Mahindra Bank has announced the next edition of the Women Startup Program (WSP), implemented by NSRCEL and powered by KotakBizLabs, as part of its efforts to strengthen India’s women-led entrepreneurial ecosystem. The programme, a CSR initiative of the bank, aims to provide long-cycle support to women founders from ideation to scale-up, with a special focus on Tier-II and Tier-III cities. The Women Startup Program has so far supported more than 600 aspiring and established women entrepreneurs through mentorship, ecosystem access and business networking opportunities. The initiative comes at a time when India’s recognised startup base has crossed 223,000 ventures,…

29 Jun

Tata Motors accelerates eCV push with 3,400-plus vehicle orders

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Tata Motors has secured orders for over 3,400 electric commercial vehicles (eCVs), signalling a strong acceleration in the adoption of electric mobility across India's freight, logistics and passenger transportation sectors. The orders include around 2,000 small commercial vehicles and pick-ups, nearly 900 trucks, and about 500 buses, spanning applications from e-commerce and FMCG distribution to mining, cement, steel and public transport. The development highlights a key shift in the commercial vehicle market, where fleet operators are increasingly moving from pilot projects to full-scale deployment of electric vehicles. Industry observers view the order book as a positive indicator of growing confidence…

29 Jun

Tata Motors hikes commercial vehicle prices amid rising input costs

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Tata Motors has announced a price increase of up to 2.5 per cent across its commercial vehicle range, effective from July 1, 2026, as the automaker moves to cushion the impact of rising commodity prices and escalating input costs. In a statement issued on Thursday, the company said the price revision is being undertaken to partially offset higher production expenses that have continued to put pressure on the automotive industry. The increase will vary depending on the model and variant, Tata Motors said. The move comes amid a challenging cost environment for vehicle manufacturers, with fluctuations in raw material prices…

29 Jun

Medtronic launches PulseSelect technology in India to tackle rising AFib burden

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Healthcare technology company Medtronic has launched its PulseSelect™ Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) system in India, introducing a new treatment option for patients suffering from atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm disorder that significantly increases the risk of stroke and heart failure.The company said AFib affects more than seven million people and its prevalence rises sharply with age. Despite the growing burden of the condition in India, awareness, diagnosis and treatment rates remain relatively low, with many patients experiencing mild or intermittent symptoms that often go unnoticed. Common symptoms include breathlessness, dizziness, palpitations, fatigue, chest discomfort and reduced exercise capacity.…

29 Jun

Road safety experts push evidence-based measures to curb fatalities by 2030

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With India reporting more than 1.8 lakh road crash fatalities in 2024, policymakers, researchers, enforcement agencies and civil society representatives convened in Kolkata on Thursday to deliberate on strategies aimed at reducing road deaths and serious injuries by 50 per cent by 2030. The high-level dialogue, organised by the Road Safety Network (RSN) in partnership with IIT Kharagpur at the IIT Kharagpur Research Park, focused on evidence-based policy interventions, scientific speed management and safer urban mobility. Government officials, public health experts and road safety practitioners discussed measures to strengthen road safety through data-driven planning, improved infrastructure and coordinated institutional action.…

29 Jun

KDK Software taps BomanIrani to promote AI-driven compliance transformation

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KDK Software has launched a new brand campaign featuring acclaimed actor BomanIrani as the tax compliance technology company seeks to position artificial intelligence and cloud-based solutions at the centre of India’s evolving compliance ecosystem.The campaign comes amid growing digitisation of India’s tax and regulatory framework, where businesses, Chartered Accountants and finance professionals are increasingly dealing with complex requirements related to GST, TDS, Income Tax, litigation management, notices and regulatory reporting. KDK said compliance is rapidly evolving from a routine back-office function into a strategic business capability that supports decision-making, governance and operational efficiency. The company highlighted its flagship AI-enabled platform,…

27 Jun

Jerai Fitness bets on India’s fitness boom with launch of ‘Last One Standing’ championship

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Jerai Fitness Limited has announced the launch of “Last One Standing”, a national strength and endurance championship aimed at tapping into India’s rapidly expanding fitness market. The event, backed by Reebok as its merchandise and fitness accessories partner, is scheduled to make its debut in Mumbai on December 13, 2026, with registrations opening from Tuesday. The company said the one-day championship is designed as a large-scale fitness platform that brings together athletes, gym enthusiasts and fitness-conscious individuals from across the country. Participation for the inaugural edition has been capped at 500 entrants. Unlike traditional single-discipline contests, “Last One Standing” will…

27 Jun

West Bengal emerges as India’s strongest market for long-term crypto investing: Survey

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West Bengal has emerged as India’s most conviction-driven crypto currency market, with nearly six in 10 crypto traders in the state identifying as long-term buy-and-hold investors, according to a new survey by crypto exchange platform Mudrex.The findings, released in the How India Trades Crypto 2026 report, are based on responses from 6,120 active crypto traders and investors across 22 states. The survey found that 60% of crypto traders in West Bengal consider themselves long-term holders, the highest proportion among all states and significantly above the national average of 41.2%. The report also highlights a broader shift in investor behaviour across…

27 Jun

Kraus Jeans enters Northeast market with first Guwahati store

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Women’s apparel brand Kraus Jeans has expanded its retail presence into Northeast India with the launch of its first store in Guwahati, marking the company’s 31st exclusive brand outlet across the country. The new outlet, located at Roodraksh Mall on G.S. Road in Guwahati, was inaugurated on June 20 and spans 550 sq. ft. To mark the launch, the company is offering customers a promotional deal of “Buy 2 or More and Get 40% Off” on selected styles. The store will showcase some of Kraus Jeans’ popular collections, including Super Wide Leg, Straight Fit, Wide Leg denim, the Linen Collection…

27 Jun

Precision medicine reshapes cancer treatment, says Medanta oncologist

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Advances in precision medicine are transforming cancer treatment by enabling doctors to tailor therapies to the unique genetic and biological characteristics of individual tumors, according to oncologists at Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram. Dr. KunjahariMedhi, Senior Director, Medical Oncology at MedantaGurugram, said cancer care has moved beyond the traditional one-size-fits-all approach. He noted that molecular profiling and genomic testing now allow clinicians to identify specific biomarkers and genetic signatures within tumors, helping them select treatments that are more effective, less toxic and better suited to each patient. Highlighting recent breakthroughs, Dr. Medhi said immunotherapy is emerging as a powerful treatment…