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In a major push to future-proof Indiaʼs fastest-growing city against climate stress, UnboxingBLR – in partnership with Social Alpha and WTFund, and supported by the Government of Karnataka and the Greater Bengaluru Authority GBA – announced today, the five winning startups of Namma Bengaluru Challenge ʼ26 (NBC ʼ26) that will each receive Rs. 25 lakhs to deploy their innovations across Bengaluru.   […]

Not many may be aware that before Surat rose to prominence as a global diamond hub, Navsari held that prestigious position. For decades, Navsari was renowned for its skilled gem artists whose craftsmanship added brilliance and value to diamonds traded across international markets. However, as time progressed, Navsari gradually lost its dominance. Surat, benefiting from superior infrastructure, better connectivity, and a rapidly expanding […]

VinFast received a double honor at the Auto9 Awards 2026, with the “New Entrant of the Year” award and the “Value for Money Car of the Year” award for the VF 6. The award, which honors the best automotive and motorcycle brands and products in the Indian market, recognizes VinFast’s strong progress since entering the market, its long-term direction in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, and its consumer-centric approach to building a […]

Pepe Jeans London elevates its denim portfolio with the launch of Shiruku, a premium denim line inspired by the refined touch of Japanese silk, celebrated for its exceptional softness and smoothness.   Shiruku Denim by Pepe Jeans London   Crafted for consumers who value comfort as much as style, Shiruku introduces the innovative features of fine textile engineering with sophisticated design to […]

Kaivalyadhama had the special opportunity to host Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji on January 21, 2026 for the first time as part of the Swami Kuvalayananda Vyakhyan Mala.   The Swami Kuvalayananda Vyakhyan Mala is a distinguished lecture series organized by Kaivalyadhama, honoring the legacy of its visionary founder Swami Kuvalayananda. The series brings together eminent scholars, spiritual leaders, and thought leaders to share insights […]

MATTER today unveiled India’s first AI-Defined vehicles (AIDV) platform at Technology Day 3.0, marking a tech forward defining milestone and a decisive inflection point in the evolution of electric two-wheelers. The unveiling establishes the company’s intent to lead the next phase of the two-wheeler industry, while signalling a structural shift in how vehicles are engineered, built, and experienced.   […]

Alt, India’s leading platform for alternative investments, today announced the launch of ‘Alt Credit’, a platform providing access to high yield secure real estate credit to individual investors. This move marks the debut of India’s first regulated private credit platform to offer institutional quality credit opportunities to individual investors. Alt Credit is registered with the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as a Stock […]

Rangeela Bihar, a large-format cultural and musical IP celebrating the spirit, sound, and soul of Bihar, is set to make its debut in Delhi-NCR this February. Designed as a ticketed live experience, the event brings Bhojpuri music and cultural expression to the capital region on a scale rarely seen before.   Rangeela Bihar, a large-scale Bhojpuri music and cultural live-event, makes its debut in […]

Kapiva, India’s first modern holistic Ayurvedic brand for millennials, today announced the launch of the Kapiva Innovation Fund (“KIF”), a commitment of up to Rs. 50 crore to support research and innovation in Ayurveda. KIF will back projects across academia, labs and startups that focus on R&D in Ayurvedic science and create clinically validated solutions for real-world health problems.   […]

Viceroy Properties has unveiled Versova, Once Upon A Shoreline, a thoughtfully curated coffee table book that documents the layered history, lived-in culture and creative spirit of Versova, one of Mumbai’s most evocative coastal neighbourhoods.   From L to R Mr. Noel D’souza, Mr. Rajhans Tapke, Mr. Samrat Mukherji, Mr Bhagwan Bhanji, Ms. Maria Goretti, Mr. Sunhil Sippy & Mr. Cyrus Mody   […]

In a visionary initiative showcasing India’s vibrant startup ecosystem, PayU today debuted ‘Startup Republic’ – a nationwide Republic Day campaign championing entrepreneurial excellence across all 36 states and union territories. Marking #10YearsOfStartupIndia, this flagship endeavour celebrates startup culture, nurtures an inclusive innovation ecosystem, and reveals the profound depth of India’s entrepreneurial prowess.   […]

Big Bang Boom Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (BBBS), a leading Indian DeepTech Defence company, today announced the commissioning of its new 20,000-sq-ft state-of-the-art R&D centre in Chennai and the opening of two new Capability and Service Centers in cities of Pune and Delhi. With six iDEX contracts and the prestigious i4F Indo-Israel grant to its credit, the company has demonstrated a strong track record of innovation, indigenisation, and […]

Bisleri International’s premium beverage category, Bisleri Vedica, returns as the Hydration Partner for Lollapalooza India 2026, marking its fourth consecutive year of association with the festival since its inaugural edition. At large scale live events, access to drinking water is fundamental to the overall fan experience, making hydration central to the festival planning. Through this long-term partnership, Bisleri Vedica continues to […]

1st South Asian Agroforestry & Trees Outside Forests Congress to be hosted from (5th-7th) February 2026 Crucial Three-Day Congress For Collective Deliberation on agroforestry for enhanced climate resiliency and agricultural livelihoods In a bid to amplify agroforestry’s contribution in India, the Centre for International Forestry Research – International Centre for Research in Agroforestry (CIFOR-ICRAF) in […]

India’s consumer startup story is no longer just about marketplaces and software. A new wave of women-led brands is quietly reshaping the way products are designed, marketed, and experienced by women consumers. These ventures are grounded in lived realities, not assumptions. VAGINE™ (thevaginestory.com), a personal care and lifestyle brand from India, exemplifies this shift with its fragrant offerings and recent expansion into feminine […]