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07 Nov

Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025 and Tata Trusts partner to bring together laureates and experts to inspire synergies between science, society, and youth

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The Nobel Prize Dialogue India 2025, held on Monday at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru in partnership with Tata Trusts, brought Nobel laureates, scientists, thinkers and students under one roof to deliberate on “The Future We Want.” The event focused on knowledge, inclusion, sustainability and youth empowerment, reinforcing India’s growing role as a global innovation hub. Tata Trusts CEO Siddharth Sharma stressed the importance of nurturing talent and innovation, stating, “India’s greatest wealth lies in its people… To achieve justice — social, economic and political — we must empower the youth and create ecosystems fuelling innovation.” Nobel laureate…

06 Nov

Pluro Fertility raises Rs 125 crore Series A led by Bessemer at Rs 1,000 crore valuation

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Pluro Fertility and IVF, a tech-driven healthcare partnership platform, has raised ₹125 crore in its Series A funding round led by Bessemer Venture Partners at a valuation of ₹1,000 crore. The round also saw participation from prominent angel investors including Vikram Chatwal, Dharmil Sheth, Hardik Dedhia, Salil Musale, Shalibhadra Shah, Niket Shah, and Karan Kapur. Founded in 2025 by Dr. Jaydeep Tank, Dr. Parikshit Tank, and Dr. Bhaskar Shah, Pluro partners with independent IVF specialists across India, combining clinical autonomy with centralized operational support. The platform manages non-clinical functions such as technology, compliance, marketing, and practice management, allowing doctors to…

06 Nov

Berger Paints’ Q2 Profit Falls 23.5% to ₹206 Crore Amid Muted Demand

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Berger Paints India Limited reported a 1.9% rise in consolidated revenue from operations at Rs. 2,827.5 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, compared to Rs. 2,774.6 crore a year earlier. However, the company’s net profit declined 23.5% year-on-year to Rs. 206.4 crore, while EBITDA dropped 18.9% to Rs. 352.3 crore. For the first half of FY26, consolidated revenue grew 2.8% to Rs. 6,028.3 crore, though net profit fell 16.4% to Rs. 521.4 crore. Managing Director & CEO Abhijit Roy attributed the muted performance to an extended monsoon season that dampened demand and impacted sales of exterior products, coupled…

06 Nov

Orkla India share price falls after muted listing

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Orkla India made a subdued debut on the Indian stock market on November 6, 2025, with its shares listing on both the BSE and NSE. The stock opened at ₹751.50 on the BSE and ₹750.10 on the NSE, showing a modest premium of around 3% over the IPO issue price of ₹730. Post-listing, Orkla India’s share price touched a high of ₹755 and a low of ₹693.35 on the BSE. The IPO, which ran from October 29 to 31, raised ₹1,667.54 crore through an offer-for-sale of 2.28 crore shares, with a price band of ₹695–₹730. Despite being subscribed 48.73 times,…

06 Nov

Rozgar Mela 2.0 registration extended; over 10,000 jobs for North Bengal & Hill Youth

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The Darjeeling Welfare Society (DWS) has extended the registration deadline for Rozgar Mela 2.0, providing more time for youth from North Bengal and the hill districts to apply for the large-scale employment drive. The two-day job fair will take place on November 15 and 16 at Salesian College, Siliguri, offering more than 10,000 job opportunities across key sectors. Over 60 leading companies, including Hero MotoCorp, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Group, ITC, Wipro, HDFC Bank, Reliance Retail and Apollo Hospitals, will participate, covering sectors like banking, retail, IT, healthcare, and hospitality. The mela is free for all eligible candidates, and registrations…

06 Nov

TVS Motor makes power-packed global debut at EICMA 2025, unveils six new models and AR helmets

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TVS Motor Company marked a milestone at EICMA 2025 with a commanding debut, unveiling six new models across petrol and electric platforms, next-gen AR-enabled Heads-Up Display helmets, and connected vehicle technologies. The company also showcased its global growth strategy and reaffirmed its commitment to European expansion. The lineup featured revolutionary concepts such as the TVS Tangent RR supersport, TVS eFX three o electric motorcycle, TVS M1-S electric maxi-scooter, TVS RTR HyprStunt urban sports concept, the adventure-focused TVS Apache RTX 300, and the futuristic TVS X. In a major highlight, the revitalised Norton brand returned with modern engineering rooted in over…

06 Nov

Renault India races ahead with 21% Y-O-Y growth in October 2025

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Renault India has continued its strong upward trajectory, registering wholesale sales of 4,672 units in October 2025 — a solid 21% growth over the 3,861 units sold in the same month last year. The performance surpasses the auto industry’s overall growth rate of 17.3% for the month, signalling robust consumer demand and successful product strategy by the automaker. The growth was driven largely by the newly introduced Triber and Kiger models, which have received enthusiastic customer response nationwide. The favourable implementation of GST 2.0 also contributed to improved market sentiment. Month-on-month, Renault posted a 9.54% rise from September 2025, when…

05 Nov

French firms sign investment pacts to boost Northeast growth at Guwahati summit

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In a landmark move to strengthen economic ties and drive industrial growth in India’s Northeast, the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IFCCI) on Tuesday hosted the first Indo-French Investment Conference in Guwahati. The event saw five Letters of Intent (LoIs) signed between French companies and regional authorities, signalling long-term investment plans aimed at creating thousands of jobs by 2030. Union Minister for Development of Northeastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, French Ambassador to India Thierry Mathou, Assam Industries and Commerce Minister Bimal Borah and DoNER Secretary Chanchal Kumar attended the conference. The initiative was organised in association with the…

05 Nov

Precision Medicine Offers Hope in India’s Cancer Fight

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Dr. Ashok Vaid,Chairman, Cancer Institute,Medanta – The Medicity Cancer continues to remain one of the biggest health challenges in India, with 14 lakh incidences of cancer cases in the country in 2023 alone, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Among men, the most common types of cancer are oral, lung, and of the oesophagus, while in women, the most frequently occurring cancer by far is breast cancer, followed by that affecting the cervix and ovary. North East India is particularly hit hard by cancer -- it has the highest incidence of cancer in India, with Mizoram reporting…

05 Nov

“Made in Nashik. For the World”: American Tourister rolls out its new campaign

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American Tourister has launched a new campaign titled “Made in Nashik. For the World,” highlighting Nashik’s role as the backbone of the global travel brand. The TVC celebrates the city where craftsmanship meets culture, showcasing daily life at the brand’s largest factory worldwide. The campaign pays tribute to the 25,000 families whose expertise and perseverance fuel American Tourister’s international growth. Shot through the lens of workers at the Nashik plant, the film blends precision engineering with the city’s cultural vibrancy — from riverbanks and bazaars to the rhythmic dhol and Paithani artistry. The campaign underscores how Nashik’s heritage flows into…