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15 Jul

Shalimar Paints expands premium portfolio with Xtra Tough Hi-Sheen launch

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Shalimar Paints has launched Xtra Tough Hi-Sheen, a premium exterior emulsion aimed at meeting the growing demand for durable and high-performance exterior coatings in India. The company said the new product combines long-lasting protection with a high-sheen finish, offering homeowners an exterior paint solution designed to withstand varied climatic conditions while maintaining its appearance over time. The newly introduced exterior emulsion features an advanced dust-repellent formulation that helps prevent dirt accumulation, along with anti-algal and anti-fungal properties to protect walls from moisture-related damage. Powered by UV & Sun Reflect Technology, the product is designed to minimise heat absorption and reduce…

15 Jul

Nuvoco Vistas posts strong Q1 earnings as capacity expansion gains pace

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Building materials company Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd. has reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of FY27, backed by higher cement sales, improved profitability and progress in its capacity expansion programme. The company posted a 20 per cent year-on-year rise in Profit After Tax (PAT) to Rs. 160 crore, while EBITDA increased 7 per cent to Rs. 572 crore, marking its highest-ever first-quarter EBITDA. Consolidated total income grew 9 per cent year-on-year to Rs. 3,129 crore, with cement sales volume rising 5 per cent to 5.3 million metric tonnes (MMT). The company also inaugurated a 2 MMTPA grinding…

15 Jul

TCS Launches AI Lab to Help Industries Scale Automation and Digital Innovation

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has launched an Industrial AI Solutions Lab in Bengaluru in collaboration with Nvidia to help manufacturing and mobility companies develop, test and deploy artificial intelligence applications at scale. The new facility will enable enterprises to move beyond experimental AI projects and accelerate the transition towards production-ready solutions. The lab will support the design, testing and validation of Industrial AI applications by combining TCS’s industry expertise and technology capabilities with Nvidia’s advanced AI platforms. TCS said the facility will allow customers to rapidly prototype and simulate AI use cases across sectors such as manufacturing, mobility and industrial…

15 Jul

Keeway enters premium electric scooter segment with Hypevolt-R launch

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Keeway India on Saturday expanded its electric mobility portfolio with the launch of the all-new Hypevolt-R, marking the company's entry into India's premium performance electric scooter segment. The scooter has been introduced at an introductory ex-showroom price of Rs 1.99 lakh, while online bookings have opened for Rs 5,000 through the company's official website. Deliveries are expected to commence shortly across Keeway India's network of more than 40 authorised dealerships. Powered by a 5.04 kWh dual removable NMC battery architecture and a 12 kW peak mid-mounted permanent magnet synchronous motor, the Hypevolt-R delivers an IDC-certified range of 180 km, a…

15 Jul

Motorola bets on AI, camera innovation with moto g77 POWER launch at Rs 23,999

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Motorola has expanded its smartphone portfolio with the launch of the moto g77 POWER, aiming to strengthen its position in India's competitive mid-premium 5G smartphone market. Priced at an effective Rs 23,999 for the 8GB+128GB variant, the device will be available from July 13 via Flipkart, Motorola.in and leading retail stores. The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 processor and features a 50MP Sony LYTIA 600 camera with Quad Pixel technology, AI-powered photography tools, an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 32MP front camera. It also offers a 6.72-inch FHD+ 120Hz display, a 7,000mAh battery with up to three…

15 Jul

Tata Motors, UCO Bank forge partnership to expand commercial vehicle financing

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Tata Motors has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with public sector lender UCO Bank to strengthen the commercial vehicle financing ecosystem across India by providing customers with easier access to organised and affordable financing solutions. The partnership combines UCO Bank's nationwide branch network with Tata Motors' extensive commercial vehicle portfolio to support entrepreneurs, fleet operators and businesses seeking to expand their operations. Under the agreement, customers will benefit from competitive interest rates, faster loan approvals, simplified documentation, high loan-to-value funding and flexible repayment tenures designed to suit business cash flows. The companies said the collaboration would improve financing accessibility…

15 Jul

Generali Central Life launches Sunehra Pension Plan to boost retirement security

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Generali Central Life Insurance Co. Ltd. (GCLICL) has launched the Sunehra Pension Plan, a participating, non-linked pension and savings-oriented life insurance product aimed at helping customers build a long-term retirement corpus while offering additional wellness benefits. The insurer said the plan has been designed to address the growing need for retirement preparedness as India's elderly population is projected to rise from 10.5 per cent in 2022 to around 20.8 per cent by 2050, while pension assets remain at just 17 per cent of GDP compared with nearly 80 per cent in developed economies. The Sunehra Pension Plan offers policy terms…

15 Jul

24th International Jawa-Yezdi Day Concludes with Nationwide Rallies and 7,500+ Indian Riders Participating

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The 24th edition of International Jawa-Yezdi Day was celebrated with high enthusiasm on July 12, 2026, marking a massive turnout for vintage and modern motorcycling enthusiasts alike. Organized annually on the second Sunday of July, this year's festival witnessed active participation from more than 7,500 riders across over 150 cities in India. The celebration brought together more than 40 distinct Jawa-Yezdi rider communities nationwide. The event also carried a significant international footprint, with motorcyclists from 11 different countries participating globally through localized group rides, community engagement initiatives, and digital media channels. Reflecting on the milestone, Anupam Thareja, Co-founder of Classic…

15 Jul

Navi Mumbai International Airport Goes Global: Air India Express Connects MMR to Abu Dhabi in Landmark Flight

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Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) officially entered the global aviation map on July 15, 2026, with the successful launch of its first scheduled international flight to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Operated by Air India Express, the inaugural thrice-weekly service marks a massive milestone for the greenfield facility, commencing international operations less than 200 days after the airport initiated domestic flights on December 25, 2025. The landmark event also ensures that every facility managed under the portfolio of Adani Airport Holdings Limited (AAHL) is now internationally connected. According to AAHL Chief Executive Officer Arun Bansal, this launch kicks off a…

14 Jul

Nothing launches Phone (4b) in India at ₹29,999, sales begin July 14

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London-based consumer technology brand Nothing has announced the commencement of sales for its new Phone (4b), marking the debut of its new (b) smartphone series aimed at making the company's ecosystem more accessible to consumers. The smartphone will be available for purchase from July 14 through Flipkart and leading retail chains, including Croma, Reliance Digital and Vijay Sales. The Nothing Phone (4b) is priced at an effective ₹29,999 for the 8GB + 128GB variant and ₹33,699 for the 8GB + 256GB model, inclusive of a 7.5 per cent instant bank discount and exchange bonus. The device is available in Black,…