Saisha By Charu Arora, Valentine’s Collection for Her Short Anarkali with ShararaA ruby red ensemble featuring a hand-embroidered short kurta paired with a matching sharara. The outfit is delicately embellished with intricate embroidery and beadwork for a timeless, elegant look. Peplum with Bell BottomThis stunning red set showcases exquisite French knot and floral embroidery from the peplum to the sharara, complemented by an embroidered dupatta.…
US-India Trade Deal Seen as Neutral to Positive for Indian Refiners: ICRA
Mr. Prashant Vasisht, Senior Vice President and Co-Group Head, Corporate Ratings, ICRA Ltd. “The announcement of US-India trade deal reportedly includes removing the 25% penal tariffs on India, with the latter agreeing to stop purchase of crude oil from Russia. Additionally, India is to step up purchase of US crude oil and potentially start buying oil from Venezuela. For the Indian refining sector, there are…
Hyatt Regency Delhi Presents a Kashmiri Food Festival at Cafe
New Delhi, Feb 03: Hyatt Regency Delhi introduces a thoughtfully curated Kashmiri Food Festival at Café, the hotel’s signature all-day dining destination. Taking place from 30 January to 8 February 2026, the festival brings the depth, refinement, and heritage of Kashmiri cuisine to the capital through a limited-period culinary showcase. Rooted in traditional slow-cooking techniques and the nuanced use of aromatics such as saffron, fennel, dried…
Adani Ports Posts Strong Q3 and 9M FY26 Performance, Raises EBITDA Outlook
Ahmedabad, Feb 3: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ), India’s largest Integrated Transport Utility, today announced robust financial and operational results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, driven by sustained momentum across ports, logistics, marine and international operations. Financial Highlights (Consolidated) Q3 FY26 Revenue: Up 22% YoY Q3 FY26 EBITDA: Up 20% YoY Q3 FY26 PAT: Up 21% YoY…
NEET (UG) 2026: A Strategic Roadmap to Scoring 650+
Scoring 650+ in NEET (UG) is no longer just aspirational—it’s achievable with the right strategy, discipline, and execution. With over 20 lakh aspirants competing for limited MBBS seats, success in NEET 2026 demands a data-driven plan and a topper’s mindset. This authored article presents a comprehensive preparation framework, curated by Dilip Gangaramani, Founder Director & CEO, Target Learning Ventures Pvt. Ltd., designed specifically to help…
Ericsson Launches 5G Advanced Location Services with Unmatched Accuracy
Ericsson unveils 5G Advanced location services – unmatched accuracy for enterprise and mission-critical use cases Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) announced the launch of its 5G Advanced location services offering, a comprehensive suite of innovations designed to redefine location-based services across commercial 5G Standalone (SA) networks. Set for release in Q1 2026, this breakthrough places Ericsson as the leader in 5G positioning technology, offering a scalable and…
Ekostay Commends Budget Push Positioning Travel as a Strategic Growth Engine
Varun Arora, CEO and Co-Founder, Ekostay This year’s Union Budget clearly signals a shift in how India views travel and hospitality from a discretionary spend to a strategic growth engine. Measures like the rationalisation of TCS on outbound travel and the announcement of a ₹5,000 crore ‘Growth Connector’ framework for city economic regions show a strong intent to strengthen tourism-led development and urban ecosystems. For…
Digital Risks and Financial Pressures Shape Hyderabad’s Uncertainty Index
Hyderabad, Feb 03: India continues to face elevated uncertainty driven by financial pressures, health-related challenges, digital risks, and broader societal factors. With the national Index at 79, concerns around financial readiness, personal safety, healthcare costs, and long-term stability remain persistent despite economic growth. Hyderabad records an Index of 76—lower than the national average but still above the South Zone benchmark of 71. Digital safety emerges…
Budget 2026 Boosts Aerospace R&D and Deep-Tech Manufacturing
Shreepoorna S Rao, Founder & CEO, Arctus Aerospace “Budget 2026 signals a clear shift in how India views aerospace and deep-tech manufacturing. The emphasis on R&D incentives, domestic component ecosystems, and easier access to capital for high-tech startups directly strengthens companies building complex platforms like high-altitude UAVs. What’s encouraging is the recognition that strategic sectors need long-term patient capital and testing infrastructure, not just subsidies.…
Industry Leaders Weigh In on Union Budget 2026 at BCIC Meet
Bengaluru, Feb 03: Industry leaders have welcomed the Union Budget 2026 for its strong focus on manufacturing, MSMEs, employment generation, and long-term economic fundamentals. These views were shared during the BCIC Post-Budget Analysis of the Union Budget 2026-27, organised by the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC). Prashant Gokhale, President of the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) and Managing Director of Bühler…
CFTI Fast-Tracks School Development Initiatives Pre FY-End
Mumbai, Maharashtra, Feb 03: With the March 31 financial year-end approaching, the Centre for Transforming India (CFTI) has rolled out a set of education-focused initiatives across schools in Mumbai and rural regions to support the timely utilisation of unspent CSR funds. These projects are designed for execution within short timelines and aim to address persistent gaps in school infrastructure, access to learning resources, and student…
AU Small Finance Bank partners with Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India for two-wheeler financing
Mumbai, Feb 03: AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB), Indias largest Small Finance Bank and the first in over a decade to receive in‑principle approval to transition into a Universal Bank, has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI). The collaboration will offer customers affordable and convenient financing options for purchasing Honda two-wheelers across India. As a preferred financier for Honda…
Budget 2026 Boosts Emotional Wellbeing and Tech-Driven Healthcare, Says coto CEO
Tarun Katial, Founder & CEO at coto “The Union Budget 2026 marks an important shift in how India is re-imagining healthcare and human development. By reinforcing preventive healthcare, holistic wellbeing and early intervention, the Budget creates space to recognise emotional and mental wellbeing as a foundational pillar of long-term health and quality of life. The articulation of the government’s third core kartavya aligns with the…
St. Joseph’s School Celebrates 25 Glorious Years with Spectacular AgLumina Festival
Feb 3: St. Joseph’s School, Asmangadh Palace, Malakpet, Hyderabad, celebrated its Silver Jubilee Annual Cultural Festival, AgLumina — Illuminating Talent, Celebrating Excellence, at GSR Conventions, Hasthinapuram. The two-day festival stood as a fitting reflection of the institution’s legacy built over 25 years of dedicated service. The programme commenced on Saturday, 31st January, 2026 with a welcome address by the Principal, Mrs. U. A. Sundari, who…
What Remains Awake: Dream, Depth & the Fourth – Sonika Agarwal Solo Exhibition Preview
The preview of What Remains Awake: Dream, Depth & the Fourth (Jagrat · Swapna · Sushupti · Turiya), a solo exhibition by Sonika Agarwal, was held on Friday, 30 January 2026, at Kalamkar Gallery, Bikaner House, New Delhi. The event was attended by artists, curators, collectors, and members of the cultural community. The opening was led by Ms. Uma Jain, Director of Dhoomimal Gallery, as…
Reinventing a Legacy Brand in the Digital Age
For many heritage brands, history can feel less like a foundation and more like an anchor. In an era of rapid technological change and evolving consumer habits, sticking to “business as usual” often leads to irrelevance. To thrive, these iconic brands must execute a Legacy Pivot—a strategic shift that embraces a digital-first approach while honoring their heritage. By focusing on four key principles—utility, speed, design,…
GCPL Welcomes MAT Credit Relief in New Tax Regime
Mr Sudhir Sitapati, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. “We particularly welcome the MAT credit set-off being allowed up to 25% of the tax liability under the new tax regime. This move improves cash flows and makes the new tax regime smoother for companies with accumulated credits, freeing up capital for reinvestment into growth and consumption-led categories”
Evocus enters into a strategic partnership contract with Sober & Co for its mixers
Mumbai, Feb 03: Evocus, a leading functional beverage brand, has acquired the exclusive distribution rights of Sober & Co, a clean-label beverage brand, for the mixers portfolio, effective immediately. As part of the partnership, Evocus will take over distribution across all channels, offline retail, e-commerce, and on-trade, while Sober & Co. will continue to independently manage production and product development. The collaboration is designed to significantly strengthen Sober & Co’s market presence, which…
Bharti AXA Life Insurance and Equitas Small Finance Bank Announce Strategic Bancassurance Partnership
Mumbai, Feb 3: Bharti AXA Life Insurance, a subsidiary of Bharti Life Ventures Private Limited (Bharti Group Company), has entered into a strategic bancassurance partnership with Equitas Small Finance Bank. The partnership marks a significant step toward deepening life insurance penetration across India, especially within semi-urban and rural markets. Through this partnership, Bharti AXA Life Insurance will offer its range of protection, savings and retirement plans…
Ajitesh Korupolu: Driving Tech-Led Innovation in Indian Real Estate
By:- Ajitesh Korupolu, Founder and CEO, ASBL Mr. Ajitesh Korupolu, an Indian real estate leader and visionary entrepreneur, wields his expertise to drive strategic initiatives and foster growth in the industry. As the Founder and CEO of ASBL, he has transformed the company from a promising startup into a market leader in Hyderabad. With over a decade of experience, he has carved a niche by…
India–US Trade Deal Signals Strategic Reset: Nachiketa Sawrikar
By:- Mr. Nachiketa Sawrikar, Fund Manager, Artha Bharat Global Multiplier Fund The India–US relationship, which many expected to strengthen during President Trump’s second term, reached a notable low point in June. For the global economy, strained ties between the world’s two largest democracies were far from encouraging. Against this backdrop, the new India–US trade agreement—reducing the average tariff rate to around 18% from the earlier…