Odisha’s Ankit Acharya Takes Cautio’s AI Dashcams to 46 Cities with $3M Seed Funding Kolkata, 7th August 2025: Cautio, an AI-powered video telematics startup working to make India’s roads the safest in the world, has raised an additional $1.8M in seed funding. The round was led by Amal Parikh, with participation from 8i Ventures, AU Small Finance Bank, Vibha Chetan (Partner – Cheravi Ventures), Venture…
The Sleep Company Secures 480 Cr in Series D Funding to Build the Future of Comfort-Tech in India
Hyderabad, 7th August, 2025: India’s leading comfort-tech brand, The Sleep Company, has raised Rs. 480 Crore in a Series D funding round led by ChrysCapital and 360 ONE Asset, two of India’s largest and most established private equity firms. The funding will accelerate the company’s plans to scale manufacturing, deepen offline presence, unlock new product categories, and invest in innovation and talent as it prepares for its next phase of…
74 Year Old Woman’s Life Saved with Advanced Heart Procedure at SUM Ultimate Hospital
7th August 2025, Bhubaneswar: A 74-year-old woman with several health problems was successfully treated for a serious heart condition at SUM Ultimate Hospital, Bhubaneswar. The treatment was led by Dr. Vibhutendra Mohanty, a senior heart specialist. The patient was facing trouble in daily life due to breathlessness and weakness. She also had high blood pressure, diabetes, and kidney problems. Years ago, she had undergone heart…
HBR and Infobip Highlight AI Shortfall in Customer Experience
New Delhi, India, 7th August 2025: Global cloud communications platform Infobip has today released findings from a new study conducted by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services (HBR-AS) revealing a sharp disconnect in customer experience (CX): while 93% of those surveyed from the HBR audience recognize the high importance of creating positive conversational experiences, only 36% believe their organization is highly effective at it. Even more…
Celebrate the Art of Affogato at Ottimo Cucina Italiana, ITC Royal Bengal.
This August, experience the enchantment of Ottimo Cucina Italiana’s ‘Espresso Yourself’ – a month-long tribute to the classic affogato at ITC Royal Bengal. Delight in the exquisite balance of smooth gelato and rich espresso, offering a sensory dance of hot and cold, bold and creamy with every spoonful. A timeless Italian dessert, the affogato promises a culinary journey that delights with every bite – elegant, intense,…
Cairn supports Assam’s handloom revival, empowering rural women through weaving
Guwahati, August 7, 2025: As India commemorates ten years of National Handloom Day, its story is no longer just about heritage – it’s about economic resilience, women empowerment and local innovation. Cairn Oil & Gas, a part of Vedanta Ltd, is proud to be playing a vital role in the revitalization of the region’s handloom sector. India’s handloom sector stands as a symbol of self-reliance and…
FADA Releases July’25 Vehicle Retail Data
7th August’25, Mumbai, INDIA: The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) today released Vehicle Retail Data for July’25. July’25 Retails Reflecting on July 2025 Auto Retail results, FADA President Mr. C S Vigneshwar said: “After three consecutive months of growth, India’s auto retail sector applied the brakes in July, with overall retails declining by 4.31% YoY. This pullback largely stems from a high-base effect in…
TAPMI to Host Induction Programme for 3rd Batch of Integrated Programme in Management
August 7th, 2025 T.A. Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), a premier B-school and a constituent of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), will host the Induction Programme for the third batch of its Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) on August 9, 2025, at the TAPMI campus. The students will be formally welcomed into the prestigious IPM programme, which was first launched in 2023. The five-year programme…
RBI Eases Claim Process for Deceased Customers to Ensure Uniformity and Compassion
Pratik Shah, National Leader – Financial Services, EY India “This reform is part of a broader set of customer-oriented measures—including simplified re-KYC procedures that highlight the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) commitment to improving the banking experience. By establishing uniform claim settlement processes for accounts and safe deposit lockers of deceased customers, the RBI seeks to alleviate the emotional and procedural difficulties faced by grieving families,…
iServeU Signs Landmark 5-Year Deal with Central Bank of India to Drive Merchant Acquiring Across the Country
Odisha,7th August’25: iServeU, one of India’s leading modern banking infrastructure providers, has secured a five-year contract worth over $10 million with the Central Bank of India. Awarded after a competitive bidding process, the deal marks a major win for iServeU on both technology strength and commercial competitiveness. As part of the agreement, iServeU will power the Bank’s merchant acquiring operations end-to-end. This includes deploying and…
IIM Udaipur Launches Two Future-Focused Executive Education Programs in partnership with TeamLease EdTech
Udaipur: The Indian Institute of Management Udaipur (IIM Udaipur), a globally recognized institution for management education and research, has announced the launch of its new Executive Program in Product Management (EPPM) alongside the opening of admissions for a fresh cohort of its Senior Management Program (SMP). Designed for working professionals seeking to lead in today’s fast-evolving business landscape, these executive education offerings reflect IIM Udaipur’s commitment…
RBI Holds Repo Rate, Homebuyers Miss Expected Relief Amid Strong Housing Demand
Ashish Kukreja, CEO and Founder of Homesfy.in and mymagnet.io “The decision to hold the repo rate keeps borrowing costs unchanged at a time when many homebuyers, particularly in the affordable and mid-income segments, were hoping for some relief. A rate cut would have directly supported housing affordability, especially in markets where buyers are sensitive to even minor changes in EMIs. Despite the pause, underlying demand remains strong. This is…
LPU’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication imparts Media training through Experiential Learning
New Delhi, August 7, 2025; Lovely Professional University’s (LPU) School of Journalism and Mass Communication is cultivating a new generation of media professionals who are equipped not just with degrees, but with immersive experience and a strong ethical core. With a curriculum that meets the pace of change in newsrooms and digital platforms, the School blends academic rigor with unmatched industry exposure and hands-on training,…
Six Members Appointed to Odisha Child Rights Commission for Three-Year Term
Bhubaneswar, 7th Aug 2025: Six members have been appointed to the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights for a term of three years. Smt. Sukeshi Oram, Smt. Kalpana Lenka, Smt. Chandana Das, Smt. Kasturi Mishra, Smt. Mansmita Khuntia, and Smt. Sujata Nayak have been appointed as members of the Commission. This announcement has been made through a notification issued by the Women & Child…
Education Officers Asked to Stay Active on Social Media Platforms
Bhubaneswar, 7th Aug 2025: The Education Department will now remain active on social media to protect and promote its public image. While reports on issues and complaints in the education sector are often published, the positive developmental activities undertaken by the department have not been adequately conveyed to the public. Concern Over Image Management Keeping this in mind, the department has launched a campaign to…
Youth Drowns in Pond in Nandahandi Block
Nandahandi, 7th Aug 2025: A youth named Parmananda Saura (35) of Gurujani Guda village under Dhandra Panchayat in Nandahandi block tragically died by drowning in a pond. According to information received from Tentulikhunti police station officer Pranab Kumar Tudu, Parmananda had gone out for morning defecation on July 23, but did not return home. His family began searching, but he remained untraceable. This morning, villagers…
Journalist Naveen Das in Critical Condition, Admitted to VIMSAR ICU
Sambalpur, 7th Aug 2025: Journalist Naveen Das, who was severely injured in a road accident, remains in a critical condition at VIMSAR, Burla, where he is undergoing treatment in the ICU. Six days after the accident, he is yet to regain consciousness. As per reports, the accident occurred last Saturday while Naveen was returning with his wife from the Mukteshwar temple in Jamankira. Both were…
Rourkela to Get Vande Bharat Train Depot with Rs 400 Crore Investment
Bandhamunda,7th Aug 2025: An ultra-modern depot for the maintenance and operation of Vande Bharat trains will be constructed in Rourkela under the South Eastern Railway Zone. The project is expected to cost around ₹400 crore. This announcement was made by South Eastern Railway General Manager Anil Kumar Mishra during his recent visit. He stated that Rourkela has been strategically chosen due to its significance as…
Minister Issues Stern Warning: Agencies Missing Deadlines to Face Penalties
Bhubaneswar,7th Aug 2025: Access to safe and clean drinking water is a fundamental necessity, and the government is fully committed to ensuring its availability to the people of Odisha, said Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik. He informed that out of 207 major drinking water projects underway in the state, 18 have been completed. The remaining projects are being expedited, and regular…
Former J&K Governor Satya Pal Malik Dies at 79
Jammu and Kashmir, 7th Aug 2025: Satya Pal Malik, former Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, passed away at the age of 79. He breathed his last while undergoing treatment at RML Hospital. Malik had been critically ill for an extended period and was admitted to the ICU. Notably, he had served as Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Meghalaya, and Bihar. He also held additional charge as Governor of Odisha for…
Law Minister Responds Strongly to Hidden Camera Controversy in Srimandir
Bhubaneswar, 7th Aug 2025: The Law Minister has reacted to the hidden camera incident inside the Srimandir. Stricter checking will be implemented at the temple premises. Devotees are repeatedly entering with hidden cameras. The violations are only being discovered when photos surface. Authorities are considering how to further tighten the security checks. Attempts are being made to secretly click photographs inside the Srimandir. Strict punishment will be imposed on those involved.