New Delhi, Jan 15 : SaintG Leather Studio Pvt. Ltd., a premium leather lifestyle brand, has partnered with Francorp, the franchise consulting arm of Franchise India Brands Limited, to expand its presence across metros, Tier 1, and Tier 2 cities via a structured franchise model. Known for luxury leather footwear, bags, apparel, and accessories, SaintG currently operates a Delhi Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO), robust D2C…
Habuild Achieves 8th World Record for Global Yoga Viewership, Announces Construction of A School Initiative
Mumbai, Jan 15: Habuild, India’s first habit building platform, has officially made a world record for the Most Yoga Viewership in a Day, as validated by the World Records Union. The record was achieved through six live online yoga sessions conducted throughout the day, with participation counted cumulatively across all sessions. The initiative witnessed global participation, with 9.3Lakh people joining in. Marking the milestone, the platform also…
SBL Energy Sees Union Budget 2026 as Catalyst for Infrastructure, Mining, and Green Growth
By:- Sanjay Choudhari, Chairman, SBL Energy: ‘The forthcoming Union Budget 2026 calls for a transformative opportunity to substantially boost India’s infrastructure and mining sectors. We strongly anticipate strong initiatives that indicate significant capital investment into large-scale projects, incentivise the adoption of innovative green technology, and rationalise duties on critical materials to reduce cost constraints. Besides this, streamlined regulatory frameworks, like single-window approvals, are critical for promoting…
January 2026 Patch Tuesday: Expert Comment from Satnam Narang, Senior Staff Research Engineer, Tenable
By— Satnam Narang, Senior Staff Research Engineer, Tenable “New reality: 1,000+ CVEs per year is now the baseline. For the second consecutive year, the January Patch Tuesday release has surged, with over 100 CVEs patched in the first update of 2026. This month, 113 CVEs were addressed, including eight rated as critical. CVE-2026-20805 stands out as a zero-day information disclosure vulnerability in the Desktop Window…
realme Kicks Off Republic Day Sale with Exciting Offers Across GT, Narzo, and P Series
New Delhi, Jan 15 : realme, India’s most popular smartphone brand among the youth, today announced its Republic Day Sale, bringing attractive limited-period offers across its GT, Narzo, and P series smartphones. Starting 16 January, consumers can enjoy special price benefits, bank offers, coupons, and no-cost EMI options on Amazon, Flipkart, and realme.com. As part of the celebrations, realme is placing special focus on the…
Celebrate Republic Day with a Curated Binge-Watch on Airtel IPTV
As the spirit of nationalism fills the air, it’s the perfect time to brighten your screens with stories of courage, emotion, and freedom. Alongside flag hoisting, family dinners, and a well-earned day off, indulge in meaningful binge-watching with Airtel IPTV—bringing the best of cinema and streaming to the comfort of your home. With 29+ top streaming apps, 600+ live TV channels, and an extensive on-demand…
SEBI Chairman Launches Handbook for Issuers at AIBI Annual Convention
SEBI Chairman Shri Tuhin Kanta Pandey Unveils Handbook for Issuers along with a Merchant Banker Compliance Referencer at 14th Annual Convention of AIBI Mumbai, Jan 15: The Association of Investment Bankers of India (AIBI) successfully hosted its 14th Annual Convention at the Jio World Convention Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, bringing together over 1500 delegates, including senior regulators, market leaders, policymakers, investors, and investment banking professionals. The Convention,…
Amish Tripathi Awarded Honorary Doctorate by University of York
Bestselling Author and former diplomat Amish Tripathi Receives Honorary Doctorate from the University of York, United Kingdom Bestselling author and former diplomat Amish Tripathi has received an honorary degree of Doctor of the University honoris causa by the University of York, UK, for his outstanding contribution to Indian literature and global cultural dialogue. In a release, the University wrote the following of Amish Tripathi: Amish Tripathi is an author,…
New Issue Brief Warns of Rising Wood Fibre Risks for India’s Packaging and Textile Sectors
Solutions-driven environmental non-profit Canopy, in partnership with Finance Earth, has released Paper Thin Comfort: Wood Fibre Risk in a Finite Forest World. The brief highlights escalating risks for India’s wood-dependent industries at a time when paper demand is increasing by nearly one million tonnes annually. India’s e-commerce packaging and MMCF textile sectors—including rayon and viscose—are becoming increasingly reliant on imported wood pulp and recovered fibre.…
Muthoot Microfin Recognized as Financial Inclusion Institution of the Year
Mumbai, Jan 15 : Muthoot Microfin Limited (NSE: MUTHOOTMF, BSE: 544055), among India’s leading Non-Banking Financial Company-Micro Finance Institution (NBFC-MFI), has secured two prestigious national awards at the Inclusive Finance India Awards 2025, presented at the Global Inclusion Finance Summit 2026. Dr. V. Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Advisor of India, Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Government of India, presented the dual honors alongside Vipin…
Budget 2026 Poised to Boost Housing Growth Beyond Metros
By:– Prakhar Agrawal, Director, Rama Group “Budget 2026 presents a pivotal opportunity to shape India’s housing story beyond the metros. Tier-II and Tier-III cities are witnessing rising aspirations and end-user–driven demand, and the right policy measures can accelerate this growth. Strategic interventions such as GST rationalisation on construction, enhanced homebuyer tax incentives, and realistic affordability benchmarks, coupled with sustained investment in urban infrastructure and connectivity,…
Seagate 32TB Capacities Now Shipping to Channel and Retail Partners Globally
New Dehli, Jan 15: Seagate Technology plc (NASDAQ: STX), a global leader in mass‑capacity data storage, is showcasing advanced storage solutions at Intersec 2026 that help power the transformation of AI-driven video analytics into searchable, decision‑ready intelligence. The edge-to-cloud portfolio is designed to help businesses unlock the full value of their data and make smarter, faster decisions. AI applications in video image analytics (VIA) are…
Global Youth Action Fund 2026 applications are now open to all students
The International Baccalaureate (IB), a global leader in international education, has opened the annual application window for the Global Youth Action Fund, an award open to students enrolled in a secondary school aged 12 to 19 who have developed projects or initiatives aimed at creating a positive social impact in their communities. The Global Youth Action Fund will be open to students, or student groups,…
Where Chillies Tell Stories: A Global Spice Brunch at JW Café, JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar
Mumbai, Jan 15: JW Café at JW Marriott Mumbai Sahar presents A Spice Affair, a one-day-only global spice brunch that reimagines heat as an art form rather than a challenge. This immersive culinary experience traces the historic spice route, showcasing how chillies and aromatics can be layered with finesse to create depth, balance, and elegance. Designed as a curated journey across continents, A Spice Affair…
Lyne Originals Expands Its Affordable Audio and Power Accessories Portfolio
New Delhi, Jan 15: Lyne Originals, one of India’s fast-growing smart accessories and audio brands, has announced the launch of six new products across true wireless earbuds, wireless neckbands, portable speakers, and power banks. The new lineup includes the Startup-22 Power Bank, Startup-29 Bluetooth Speaker, Startup-15 TWS, Startup-17 Wireless Neckband, Start-2 Wireless Neckband, and Start-1 Wireless Neckband. These launches further strengthen Lyne Originals’ portfolio of…
Novotel Bengaluru Outer Ring Road Celebrates the Harvest Season with Pongal Utsav
Pongal is more than a festival it is a celebration of harvest, gratitude, and prosperity. Embracing this spirit, Novotel Bengaluru Outer Ring Road presents Pongal Utsav, a thoughtfully curated South Indian Harvest Food Festival that pays tribute to age-old traditions, community bonding, and the joy of sharing a wholesome meal. Reflecting Novotel’s commitment to cultural authenticity and immersive culinary experiences, Pongal Utsav will be hosted…
Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Visits IICT–NFDC Campus to Explore Collaboration Opportunities
The Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, visited the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) campus at the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), Mumbai, on January 15, to explore avenues for institutional collaboration and student exchange between IICT and the Government of Jammu & Kashmir. The visit was hosted by Dr. Vishwas Deoskar, Chief Executive Officer, IICT, along with Munjal Shroff, Governing Council…
Dazzl Secures USD 3.2M Seed Funding to Build On-Demand Beauty & Wellness Platform
Dazzl, an on-demand beauty and wellness services platform, has raised $3.2 million in a Seed round led by Stellaris Venture Partners, marking its first institutional fundraise. The round also saw participation from prominent founders and operators including Ritesh Agarwal (Founder & Group CEO, PRISM; formerly OYO), Maninder Gulati (former OYO CXO), Abhinav Sinha (Founder, Kluisz AI; former OYO COO), Sameer Brij Verma (Founder, Northpoint Capital;…
Barista Coffee Launches Premium Ceremonial Grade Matcha
New Delhi, India, Jan 15: India’s iconic café brand democratises the global matcha movement with best-in-class quality at an unbeatable price . Barista Coffee Company, one of India’s most loved café brands, has announced the launch of its latest beverage range ‘Dhoom Matcha De’, a refreshing new Matcha-led offering crafted using ceremonial grade Matcha. With this launch, Barista brings global wellness and café trends closer to Indian consumers…
Celebrate Republic Day with Dreame Technology: Exclusive Deals on Smart Home Cleaning and Personal Care Products on Amazon
New Delhi, India, Jan 15: As India welcomes the New Year and celebrates the spirit of Republic Day, Dreame Technology, a global leader in premium smart home appliances, is inviting consumers to embrace smarter living with exclusive offers of up to 72% on its advanced cleaning and personal care portfolio. The offers will be available during the Amazon Great Republic Day Sale, running from January…
Omaxe Invests Rs. 500 Crore in Ludhiana to Launch Mixed-Use Omaxe Chowk Project
New Delhi, Jan 15: Omaxe Ltd., one of India’s leading real estate developers, has announced Omaxe Chowk, Ludhiana, a modern mixed-use high-street destination aimed at redefining organised retail and luxury residences in the city. Strategically located in the heart of Ludhiana at Ghumar Mandi, one of the city’s most well-known and established commercial and wedding shopping markets, the project is being developed as an integrated urban destination…