Bengaluru, June 29: Embassy International Riding School (EIRS), under the aegis of the Karnataka Riders Association (KRA), successfully commenced the 16th edition of the Equestrian Premier League (EPL) 2026 at its world-class riding facilities in Bengaluru. The opening leg witnessed exciting competition in Show Jumping and Dressage, attracting riders from five states, over 10 equestrian clubs, and recording more than 300 entries across all event categories. Kiran Akhade of URB, riding SRS Newgrange, claimed top honours in the premier 130 cm Show Jumping class, while Embassy International Riding School riders dominated the…
PPDS brings modern luxury and limitless entertainment to historic five star Bellevue Syrene hotel with Philips MediaSuite TV installations
Delivering modern luxuries to the 18th century hotel in Sorrento, Philips MediaSuite TVs with cast built in are now bringing seamless access to millions of movies, TV shows, games, and streaming apps to guests at one of Italy’s most prestigious and exquisite hospitality destinations. Amsterdam, June 29, 2026: PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays, is proud to announce that its market leading…
Tata Motors targets 1 million commercial vehicle sales post Iveco deal: N Chandrasekaran
June 29: Tata Motors is targeting annual commercial vehicle sales of 1 million units following its acquisition of Iveco, Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said, highlighting the company’s ambition to strengthen its global presence in the CV segment. The acquisition is expected to significantly expand Tata Motors’ international footprint and enhance its capabilities in product development, technology integration, and market reach across key global regions.…
Gujarat plans Chhota Udepur sports hub, Vadodara Blue Economy centre
June 29: The Gujarat government has announced plans to develop Chhota Udepur as a sports equipment manufacturing hub and Vadodara as a centre for the Blue Economy, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi said. The initiative aims to promote balanced regional development while strengthening the state’s industrial ecosystem through sector-specific growth clusters and targeted infrastructure development. Chhota Udepur will be developed to support sports goods manufacturing, with…
Global economic fragmentation could wipe out Dollar 6.9 trillion from world GDP: WEF
June 29: Global economic fragmentation could lead to a substantial loss in economic output, potentially cutting up to $6.9 trillion from world GDP, according to the World Economic Forum (WEF). The report highlights that rising geopolitical tensions, increasing trade barriers, and shifting global alliances are contributing to a more divided global economic system. This fragmentation is expected to disrupt supply chains, reduce trade efficiency, and…
Auto sector poised for steady growth; 2W and PV demand to remain strong in June 2026: Report
June 29: The automobile sector is expected to maintain steady growth momentum, with two-wheelers (2W) and passenger vehicles (PV) projected to post healthy performance in June 2026, according to a recent report. The report highlighted that stable macroeconomic conditions, improving consumer confidence, and consistent demand across both rural and urban markets are supporting the sector’s growth outlook. Seasonal trends and continued recovery in mobility demand…
Maruti Suzuki ties up with five startups to drive innovation and customer focus
June 29: Maruti Suzuki has entered into partnerships with five startups to strengthen innovation, improve operational efficiency, and enhance overall customer experience across its automotive ecosystem. The collaborations aim to bring in new-age technologies and digital solutions that can streamline internal processes, improve productivity, and upgrade customer-facing services. The initiative underscores the company’s focus on working with emerging technology players to accelerate digital transformation. According…
Karnataka proposes Bengaluru–Lima sister-city pact to boost India–Peru trade
June 29: The Karnataka government has proposed establishing a sister-city partnership between Bengaluru and Lima to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation between India and Peru, with an ambitious goal of expanding trade to $10 billion in the coming years. The proposed pact aims to enhance collaboration in key sectors such as technology, innovation, startups, education, and urban development. Officials said the initiative is designed to…
Odisha pushes women-led growth with WEP and MSME cluster initiatives
June 29: The Odisha government has launched new initiatives, including the Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) and dedicated MSME clusters, aimed at strengthening women-led industrial and entrepreneurial development across the state. Pic Credit: https://x.com/CMO_Odisha The programmes are designed to support women entrepreneurs by improving access to credit, markets, skill development, and mentorship opportunities. Officials said the initiatives will help build a more inclusive and competitive industrial ecosystem…
EBC Financial Group and the University of Oxford’s Department of Economics Renew Partnership on Public Economic Education
Three-year collaboration to broaden access to economic research through the What Economists Really Do webinar series LONDON, 29 JUNE 2026 – EBC Financial Group (EBC) has renewed its strategic partnership with the Department of Economics at the University of Oxford for a further three years, extending a collaboration that helps bring economic research to wider public audiences around the world. As part of the renewed partnership, EBC…