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21 Aug

VinFast India Partners with Federal Bank to Strengthen Dealer Financing Ecosystem

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VinFast India, the Indian subsidiary of global electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Federal Bank, one of India’s leading private sector banks, to provide tailored inventory financing solutions for its authorised dealer network. The partnership marks another important step in VinFast’s strategy to build a comprehensive ecosystem in India, empowering dealers with greater financial flexibility, enhancing operational efficiency, and enabling them to grow alongside the Company as it continues expanding its nationwide distribution network. Mr. Tapan Ghosh (left), CEO, VinFast Asia, and Ms. Kumkum Jain, Additional SVP, Federal Bank Limited, at the signing…

20 Aug

Rodic Consultants Partners with Nasscom to Launch National InfraAI Innovation Challenge for Smarter Infrastructure

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A first-of-its-kind initiative to accelerate AI adoption across India's infrastructure and strategic sectors. Four challenge themes to tackle critical opportunities in energy, transport, climate resilience and public service delivery. Startup India to support national outreach, with winning innovators progressing towards pilot deployments and long-term collaboration opportunities. Rodic Consultants, one of India's leading infrastructure and engineering consultancies, has partnered with Nasscom to launch the Rodic InfraAI Innovation Challenge, a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across India's infrastructure and strategic sectors. Supported by Startup India through outreach to DPIIT-recognised startups, the initiative seeks to bring together…

20 Aug

India's New-Age Township Redefines Senior Living with an Exclusive 55+ Community

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Urja Senior Living, an initiative by CHL Living, marked the launch of Madhya Pradesh’s first senior living project with a two-day Grand Preview held in Indore on August 8–9, 2026. The event drew close to 400 guests, including seniors and families from diverse geographies, backgrounds and professional walks of life, and concluded with nearly 20 confirmed bookings over the weekend, signalling strong early confidence in the project. Introducing a new vision for purposeful senior living in India The Grand Preview marked the official introduction of Urja Senior Living to prospective residents, families and senior living seekers, offering visitors…

20 Aug

ICAST-2026 at Manipal University Jaipur: Global Experts Converge on Sustainable Technologies, Green Hydrogen and the Future of Chemical Engineering

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A major national dialogue on sustainable technology, innovation and India’s green growth journey began at Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) with the inauguration of the International Conference on Advanced Sustainable Technologies (ICAST-2026). Organised by the Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering, MUJ, with the Indian Chemical Council (ICC) as industry partner, the three-day international conference is being held from August 19 to 21, 2026. Dignitaries present at the ICAST 2026 inaugural session Sponsored by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), ICAST-2026 has brought together around 250 participants and 18 keynote and invited speakers from academia and industry from India…

20 Aug

Timezone and Play 'N' Learn Unveil the Ultimate Fun Destination for All Ages at Pacific Mall, Delhi

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Timezone and Play ‘N’ Learn have relaunched their entertainment spaces together at Pacific Mall, Delhi, unveiling a refreshed line-up of experiences for families, friends and guests across age groups. Play 'N' Learn and Timezone Store Designed as an all-in-one entertainment destination, the revamped venue brings together two complementary experiences under one roof. Guests can enjoy games, rides and immersive attractions at Timezone, alongside development-led play for young children at Play ‘N’ Learn, offering something for every member of the family. Timezone offers older children, young adults and families a mix of popular favourites and new attractions, including…

20 Aug

Tetra Pak Convenes Industry Leaders and Policymakers to Advance Dialogue on Strengthening India's Food Security

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Tetra Pak, a world-leading food processing and packaging solutions company, successfully convened a leadership workshop on ‘Strengthening Food Security for a Growing India’ in collaboration with the International Council for Circular Economy (ICCE) and Primus Partners in Delhi, India. The event brought together policymakers, industry leaders, academia, research institutions, multilateral organizations, and development partners to deliberate on strengthening India’s food systems through greater collaboration, innovation, and sustainable solutions. Leading organizations including NIFTEM, ICAR, TERI, UNIDO, Nestlé, PepsiCo, BASF, IFPRI, and Good Food Institute (GFI), among others, attended the workshop. Industry leaders and policymakers engaged in strategic discussions on strengthening…

19 Aug

Four Months. Eleven Stores. Keemti's Rapid Rise Signals Bold Retail Ambitions, Eyes 88 Stores by Year-End

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Keemti Jewels, the contemporary lab grown diamond jewellery brand founded by Armaan Kothari and backed by the Kothari Group, entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath and Kavin Shah, has rapidly emerged as one of India's fastest-growing jewellery brands, building a network of 11 retail stores within just four months of launch. Leveraging this momentum, the brand is now targeting an ambitious 88-store network by December 2026, as it accelerates its retail expansion to strengthen market share and establish a nationwide presence. Four Months. Eleven Stores. Keemti's Rapid Rise Signals Bold Retail Ambitions, Eyes 88 Stores by Year-End The milestone underscores Keemti's…

19 Aug

Intex Partners with Sri Lanka Cricket as National Team Sponsor for India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026

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Intex Technologies, one of India’s leading consumer electronics brands, has announced its association as the National Team Sponsor of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for the upcoming India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026, marking a significant step in the brand’s growing engagement with international cricket. Intex Technologies Director Mr. Keshav Bansal unveils the Jersey with Sri Lanka Captain Mr. Dhananjaya de Silva As part of the partnership, the Intex brand will feature prominently on the front of the Sri Lanka Cricket team jersey, alongside high-impact visibility across LED perimeter boards during the two-match Test series. The 1st Test is…

19 Aug

Ai+ Smartphone is Planning to Expand with 100 Plus New Service Centres in South India, Strengthens Regional Growth Footprint

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Ai+ Smartphone, the homegrown technology brand, is significantly expanding its regional presence across South India with plans to add 100+ authorised service centres across South Indian markets. The expansion comes as the region gains importance in the brand’s growth strategy, as Ai+ continues its national momentum with over 2 million units sold and Rs. 2,600 crore+ in sales order value. Ai+ Smartphone is planning to expand with 100+ New Service Centres in South India, Strengthens Regional Growth Footprint The service centre expansion builds on Ai+'s current network of 106 authorised centres across 74 cities and eight states/UTs in South…

19 Aug

Government Clears Minda Instruments to Manufacture Display Modules Under ECMS

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Minda Instruments Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Minda Corporation and part of the Spark Minda Group, has received government approval to manufacture Display Module Sub-Assemblies, a component the country has largely imported until now. The clearance came under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), part of a batch of 31 new proposals the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved on August 17, taking the scheme's total to 106 projects. TXB Optics received the same approval in the same round, for the same component. Aakash Minda, Executive Director of Spark Minda receives the Government of India’s ECMS approval…