Author: Rutuparna Rath

Hyderabad,/Pune April 21,2025: IndianOil’s flagship XTRAPOWER Fleet Card Loyalty Program has been honoured with the SKOCH Gold Award 2025 in the Digital Transformation – Business Process Transformation category. Presented during the 100th SKOCH Summit, the award recognises IndianOil’s sustained efforts in driving innovation and delivering customer-centric digital solutions for the transport and logistics sector. The program has transformed fuel management for fleet operators through a secure,…

India’s IT sector ended the fourth quarter of FY’25 on a stable note by reporting a revenue growth of 1-3% year-on-year, which indicates a cycle of measured expansion and changing global priorities. While this reflects that companies are showcasing a more targeted approach to global technology investments, the demand for digital transformation still continues to thrive. Investments towards AI/ML, cloud computing, data engineering, automation etc.…

Nowadays, it’s common to search online for health information. Especially, in the case of feeling dizzy or experiencing “chakkar,” people likely look for answers immediately on the internet. A quick search brings up countless articles and videos, but people often confuse vertigo symptoms with dizziness or lightheadedness[1]. Close to 70 million people in India have symptoms related to vertigo.[2] Unlike brief dizziness, vertigo can be persistent…

Performance highlights: FY2025 VNB grew by 6.4% to ₹ 2,370 crore in FY2025  Profit after Tax (PAT) registers a growth of 39.6% to ₹ 1,189 crore in FY2025 Strong RWRP growth of 15.2% in FY2025 Robust growth in retail protection of 25.1% and retail new business sum assured of 37% in FY2025  13th month persistency of 89.1% at FY2025 Total in-force sum assured witnessed a growth of 15.6% to ₹ 39 lakh crore on March 31, 2025 Final dividend of ₹ 0.85 per share declared Life Insurance registered a strong growth of 39.6% in its Profit After Tax (PAT) to 1,189 crore for FY2025. The Value of New Business (VNB), which represents the present value of future profits, stood at  2,370 crore with a VNB margin of 22.8% in FY2025. The total Annualised Premium Equivalent (APE) grew by 15% year-on-year to 10,407 crore in FY2025.…

Pune– Conrad Pune, the city’s leading luxury destination is all set to turn a new page in the city’s cultural story with the launch of ConREAD, a signature monthly initiative that brings together authors, thinkers, and passionate readers for a compelling exchange of stories, ideas, and debates. Launching on 21st April, just ahead of World Book Day, ConREAD aims to create a thriving community for those who find…

Kochi, April 18, 2025 — In a landmark collaboration that bridges visionary science with decades of clinical excellence, SunAct Cancer Institute and Smita Memorial Hospital, founded by the Father of Medical Oncology, Dr. Suresh H. Advani (Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan), today announced the opening of South India’s premier Centre of Excellence in CAR T-Cell Therapy and Bone Marrow Transplantation at Smita Memorial Hospital in Thodupuzha, Idukki…

New Delhi, April 18 This Earth Day, embark on an unforgettable adventure with Emmy® and BAFTA Award-winning Nat Geo Explorer Bertie Gregory (@BertieGregory) in ‘SECRETS OF THE PENGUINS’! Executive produced by National Geographic Explorer-at-Large and Academy Award®-winning filmmaker James Cameron and Emmy and BAFTA winners Ruth Roberts and Martin Williams from Talesmith, this latest installment in National Geographic’s Emmy-winning “Secrets of” franchise takes viewers of all ages to the…

Gurgaon – April 18, 2025 – NIIT Limited, a global leader in skills and talent development, has acquired 70% stake in iamneo a leading provider of technology training solutions through an AI powered and deep skilling SaaS platform focused on enhancing tech hiring, training, and learning outcomes for universities and enterprises. This strategic acquisition unlocks substantial growth opportunities, enabling NIIT and the Company to deliver robust, outcome-driven…

As spring blooms, so does the celebration of Easter. Join us for a lavish Easter buffet brunch at the Grand Market Pavilion, ITC Royal Bengal, on April 20, 2025. Delight in a variety of salads and dressings, featuring an Easter special cheese mousse, Motley vegetable terrine, red and green spinach, walnut salad, Canadian potato salad, and Easter Waldorf, complemented by an assortment of international cheeses…

Chennai, April 18th, 2025 – GRT Hotels & Resorts, India’s leading boutique hospitality group, celebrated World Heritage Day with a heritage-themed quiz, bringing together history enthusiasts, guests, and team members from across 17 properties in five South Indian states. We had 650 participants taking part in the hybrid event. Hosted by Nawabzada Mohammed Asif Ali, Dewan to the Prince of Arcot, whose deep knowledge of…

Mumbai, 18th April 2025: Smt. Nidhi Khare, Secretary, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), visited the Corporate Office of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) in New Delhi. She was warmly welcomed by Shri Pradip Kumar Das, CMD, IREDA, and Dr. Bijay Kumar Mohanty, Director (Finance), followed by a comprehensive review meeting and interactive session with senior officials. CMD presented an impressive overview of…

India’s ever-evolving smartphone landscape is gearing up for an exciting month ahead. With May 2025 just around the corner, several renowned global and domestic brands are preparing to unveil their latest offerings, devices that promise to redefine user experiences across the board. Whether you’re someone who craves the latest in mobile technology, a fashion-forward user who treats smartphones as a style statement, or a performance-driven…

Hyderabad: April 18 2025: Blazing a trail through the global underground scene, Fake Tattoos is a DJ, producer, and performer who’s redefined what it means to be an Indian electronic music act on the international stage. In 2024 alone, he performed in 9 countries, headlining clubs and festivals across Italy, Germany, Japan, Poland, Thailand, and more. His breakout track ‘Haseen Raatein (Happy Nights)’ became a…

Mumbai, 18 April: KIMS Kingsway Hospitals has successfully performed Central India’s first robotic-assisted Mitral Valve Replacement (MVR) using the advanced da Vinci platform. The procedure was carried out on a 55-year-old female patient diagnosed with mitral valve stenosis, a condition where the mitral valve, located between the heart’s left atrium and left ventricle, narrows, restricting blood flow. Dr. Saurabh Varshney, Chief Cardiovascular Surgeon at KIMS…

New Delhi, 18th April 2025: On the special occasion of the birthday anniversary of Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the Father of Homoeopathy, Burnett Homeopathy Pvt. Ltd. officially organized the World Homoeopathy Summit 3 during World Homoeopathy Week in 2025 in Köthen, Germany, which is popularly referred to as the global capital of classical homeopathy. Burnett is one of a kind of organization that represents the Indian Homoeopathy industry on the…

Bengaluru, April 18 2025 : Gunjur, located in the East of Bengaluru, has witnessed nearly 2.5 times growth in housing prices since 2020 due to strong demand for premium homes, said a report by NSE-listed real estate data analytics firm PropEquity. Mr-Umesh-Gowda-H.A-Chairman-and-Founder-Sanjeevini-Group The report also highlighted the substantial growth in housing sales and launches between 2020-25 reinforcing the impact that Gunjur’s proximity to major office hubs…

Mattel in collaboration with Nazara Technologies Limited, today announced the launch of Chef Barbie™, an all-new cooking mini game within the educational kids app, Kiddopia® that allows players to cook with Barbie and prepare dishes like sushi, tacos, ramen, and waffles.  This is the first of several Barbie-themed mini games set to roll out on Kiddopia throughout the year. In Chef Barbie, kids get to…

Mumbai, 18th April 2025: As the Tata Mumbai Marathon (TMM) draws the curtain on the successful conclusion of its landmark 20th edition, it continues to stand as a shining example of how sport can serve as a powerful driver of social change. What began as a vision to inspire and unite communities—and bring pride to the host city—has now firmly established itself as a movement for social…

Bengaluru, April 18th 2025: Weddings mark the beginning of a new chapter, where connections, values and aspirations seamlessly intertwine to create a shared future. Today weddings are evolving to embrace each other’s personal identity while building a relationship that fosters support and mutual growth. Embracing this evolving narrative, Sonata, India’s largest-selling watch brand from Titan, unveils its latest wedding collection centered around the ‘Dream, Together’ theme, reinforcing…

By Rishabh Goel, Managing Director, Tailwind Financial Services March 2025 marked a period of significant flux in India’s mutual fund industry, shaped by shifting investor sentiment, global economic uncertainty, and market volatility. Amid falling inflows and rising stoppage rates, the underlying story remains one of resilience, long-term opportunity, and the importance of smart investing. A Dip in Equity Inflows, But Retail Interest Holds Strong Net…

Mumbai, 18th Apr, 2025: The Board of Directors of HDFC Life approved and adopted the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the year ended March 31, 2025. The Company grew faster than the sector, whilst delivering healthy performance across all key metrics. Performance Highlights:  Topline Growth: Delivered strong individual APE growth of 18%, supported by increase in both number of policies sold and ticket…