ICRA Business Activity Monitor report for March 2025

This report highlights a significant moderation in year-on-year (YoY) economic activity, with the index registering a 35-month low of 5.6% in February 2025, down from 9.4% in January 2025. This slowdown is attributed to weaker YoY growth across a majority of the constituent indicators, partially influenced by the base effect related to the leap year in 2024. Key findings of the report include: The year-on-year…

Uber Enhances Moto Safety with New Features and Kits

Chandigarh, March 20, 2025: Uber, India’s leading ridesharing company, is ramping up safety for two-wheeler riders and drivers with new technology-led safety features and the distribution of 3,000 safety kits across the country. As part of the first phase, select Uber Moto drivers in Delhi received safety kits comprising helmets, reflective vests, safety stickers, and protective gear today from Hon’ble Minister of State, Ministry of…

Venturi Partners Launches INR 225M Fund for Consumer Brands in India & SEA

Singapore/Mumbai, March 20, 2025 – Venturi Partners, a leading growth-stage consumer-focused investor in India and Southeast Asia, has announced the launch of its second fund, targeting $225 million, with a hard cap of $250 million. Building on the success of its first fund, the new fund will continue to focus on Venturi’s core strategy of backing consumer brands that are disrupting their sectors and creating…

Hexaware Wins Multiple Accolades at World HRD Congress 2025

Mumbai, India, March 20th 2025: Hexaware Technologies, a leading global provider of IT services and solutions, made a remarkable impact at the 33rd World HRD Congress, securing multiple prestigious awards in recognition of its transformative learning initiatives and leadership development programs. The company’s commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and continuous growth earned it top honors, including three organizational awards, one results-based training…

RedVersity Trains Cult.fit Workforce in Emergency Response in One Day

India, March 20, 2025: In a landmark initiative to enhance emergency preparedness in fitness spaces, RedVersity, the training and education arm of Red Health, successfully partnered with Cult.fit to equip its employees with hands-on training in CPR, first aid, and emergency response protocols. On 12th February, 611 employees across 12 centers were trained to respond effectively to medical emergencies and fire hazards, reinforcing the commitment…

National Level IP Yatra Programme for MSMEs

Kolkata, 20th March, 2025: MSME-Development & Facilitation Office, Kolkata under Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India organized National Level IP Yatra Programme (2 Days IP Workshop) at Hotel Hindusthan International, Kolkata from 19th March, 2025 to 20th March, 2025. The Government of India envisioned creating the MSME Innovative Scheme through a combination of Incubation, Design intervention and IPR protection initiatives to enhance MSME competitiveness and…

OPPO’s Picks for Holi 2025 From Gulal to Great Shots

The colors of Holi fade, but the memories don’t have to! OPPO smartphones capture every moment of laughter and love in all its vibrancy. Celebrate Holi with a gift that keeps the festival alive all year long! Capture the Festival of Colors with the OPPO Find X8 Series The OPPO Find X8 Series is the perfect Holi companion, capturing every vibrant moment with its dual…

Altius Embarks on Digital Transformation Journey with Tarantula

Mumbai, 20th March 2025: Altius, one of the largest telecom infrastructure platforms in the world, has announced a strategic partnership with Tarantula, a Lumine Group Inc. company, to drive digital transformation across its operations management systems. This collaboration aims at enhancing Altius’ operational efficiency, data management, and customer experience by integrating advanced digital technologies across all areas of its operations with robust solutions from Tarantula.…

Polo Glory Returns Jindal Steel Indian Open Set to Thrill Delhi

New Delhi, March 20, 2025 – The Jindal Steel Indian Open Polo Championship is back, bringing the thrill of high-stakes polo to Jaipur Polo Ground, New Delhi, from March 18 to March 23, 2025. Organised by Jindal Panther Polo, this prestigious tournament will showcase India’s finest polo talent in an electrifying battle for glory. A passionate advocate for the sport, Mr. Naveen Jindal, industrialist, seasoned…

Imarticus Learning & KPMG Launch 50th Financial Program Batch for 2,300 Learners

Mumbai, 20 March 2025: Imarticus Learning, one of India’s leading professional education companies, has transformed the professional journey of 2300+ learners from diverse backgrounds including finance, business, engineering, and economics, as it welcomes its milestone 50th batch for its Financial Analysis Prodegree in collaboration with KPMG. This Prodegree equips learners with crucial skills such as financial statement analysis, modelling, and valuation, equity research, and transaction…