By: Dr Tapash Kumar Ganguli, Director-General, NICMAR With record allocations across the board in the last Union Budget, India’s infrastructure growth is no longer constrained by capital but by the availability of industry-ready talent. Specialised education in construction, real estate, infrastructure and project management is critical to bridging the academia–industry gap. Targeted funding for advanced labs, digital tools, sustainability research and applied R&D can significantly…
ITC Foods Press Release:: Sunfeast Wowzers turns up the ‘Wow’
As indulgence-led snacking evolves, young consumers are seeking snacks that deliver intensity, personality and share-worthy moments and not just taste. Responding to this shift, Sunfeast Wowzers from ITC Ltd. has dialled up the sensory drama with a bolder, cheesier and crunchier communication. Staying true to its core, Wowzers brings alive indulgence through its signature 28-layer cracker enrobed in an indulgent cheesy crème, creating a cracker…
Silver Rally Calls for Tactical Allocation, Disciplined Entry: Tata Asset Management’s Tapan Patel
By: Tapan Patel, Fund Manager-Commodities at Tata Asset Management. “While silver’s dual role as a precious and industrial metal positions it as a potent return enhancer, its historical volatility suggests that retail investors should approach the recent rally with caution. Rather than a core hedge, silver is currently best suited for tactical exposure or as a specialized component of a diversified portfolio. The recent ‘premium-to-iNAV’…
Cadbury Bournville Elevates India’s Dark Chocolate Experience with Two New Orange Variants
Mondelez India, the makers of some of India’s most loved snacking brands, today announced the expansion of its Cadbury Bournville portfolio with the launch of two new variants: Bournville 50% Dark Chocolate with Orange and Bournville 70% Dark Chocolate with Orange. This strategic portfolio expansion reflects India’s growing taste for premium dark chocolate, offering consumers an indulgent experience that balances cocoa intensity with the zestful…
Axis Mutual Fund Introduces Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund
Chandigarh, Jan 23: Axis Mutual Fund, one of India’s leading asset management companies, launches its new fund offering Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund an open-ended Index Fund that invests in the constituents of BSE India Sector Leaders Index. The NFO will open for subscription on January 23, 2026 and close on 06 February, 2026. The fund will be managed by Karthik Kumar (Fund Manager). The minimum investment amount is…
Saatvik Green Energy Subsidiary Wins INR 10.15 Cr Solar Module Order
Saatvik Green Energy’s Subsidiary Secures ₹10.15 Crore Solar Module Order, Strengthening Position in India’s Solar Manufacturing Market Chandigarh, Jan 23: Saatvik Green Energy Limited today announced that its material subsidiary, Saatvik Solar Industries Private Limited, has received and accepted orders aggregating ₹10.15 crore from a reputed power EPC player for the supply of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. The orders are scheduled to be executed by…
Vedanta ESOPs Create INR 2,500 Crores in Employee Wealth Over 5 Years, Empowering Freshers and Young Professionals
New Delhi, Jan 22: Vedanta Limited (NSE: VEDL), India’s leading metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power, and technology conglomerate, has generated a cumulative financial impact of nearly ₹2,500 crores for employees through sustained Employee Stock Option (ESOP) grants over the past five years. The most recent ESOP 2025 cycle, worth over ₹500 crores, has empowered nearly 1,200 first-time recipients, including freshers, highlighting one of…
Vergo Makes National Debut on Zee TV’s IdeaBaaz, Flags the Productivity Cost of Poor Seating in India
New Delhi, Jan 22: Ergonomic furniture startup Vergo made its national television debut on Zee TV’s IdeaBaaz, the reality show featuring India’s most disruptive startups, by drawing attention to one of the most overlooked workplace health challenges—prolonged sitting and poor seating ergonomics. During the episode, Vergo highlighted the hidden costs associated with traditional office seating. Studies cited revealed that over 56% of Indian office workers sit for…
Fibe Extends Consumer Credit to E-commerce, Partners with Flipkart
Pune, Jan 22: Fibe, has forayed into the consumer lending space for e-commerce through a strategic partnership with Flipkart, India’s homegrown e-commerce marketplace. Through this integration, Fibe’s Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solution is now live on Flipkart, enabling its customers to access a convenient checkout finance option. As India’s digital commerce ecosystem continues to evolve, affordability remains a key driver of online purchase behaviour.…
PNB Housing Finance’s Q3FY26 results reporting an increase in Net profit by 7.7Percent YoY to INR 520 crore.
New Delhi, Jan 22: PNB Housing Finance Limited today announced its Consolidated Unaudited Financial Results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, following approval by its Board of Directors. Key Highlights – Q3 FY26 Retail Loan Asset grew 16% YoY to 81,931 crore, accounting for 99.7% of the total loan asset. Affordable and Emerging Markets (AEM) segment grew 31% YoY, contributing 39% to the retail…