Kolkata, 16th Nov’25 – The Indian Battery Manufacturers Association (IBMA) has announced the appointment of Mr. Avik Kumar Roy, CEO and Managing Director of Exide Industries Ltd., as its new President during the Association’s 4th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Kolkata on 12th November 2025. Mr. Roy succeeds Ms. Preeti Bajaj, Managing Director & CEO of…
Lucknow, November 15, 2025 – Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic, the premier aromatherapy company in India, proudly announced the relaunch of its iconic range of essential oils, now presented in an all-new, elegant avatar. Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Founder and Chairperson of Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies, while addressing a press conference in Lucknow, spoke about the essential…
From smart air purification to intelligent décor and premium wine tech, global innovators foray into India, seeking strategic distribution partners. Kolkata, 15th November 2025: Continuing its legacy of introducing globally celebrated innovations to India, Taiwan Excellence (TE), an initiative of Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), has unveiled three award-winning products from leading Taiwanese brands in the Indian…
Bhubaneswar: In a major structural reform, the Central Government is reportedly preparing to execute one of the largest bank mergers in India’s history — a move that will consolidate the nation’s public sector banks into five world-class financial institutions. According to official sources, the government aims to merge smaller public sector banks (PSBs) with larger,…
H1 FY26 Results Update Mattress segment registered a YoY volume growth of 11% E-Com continues to drive volume; a growth of 135% on own website & 58% on platforms Mattress for every Indian – ‘Tarang & Aaram’ – 58% volume growth and 109% value growth 420 net new showrooms operationalized. Total touchpoints now at ~11300+…
Bhubaneswar: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that India requires a greater number of large, world-class banks to meet the country’s growing economic ambitions and support its expanding financial ecosystem. Speaking at a recent event, the Minister said that the government is in discussions with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and various financial…
Bhubaneswar: A recent investigation has revealed that Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is allegedly earning substantial profits from fraudulent advertisements circulating across its social media platforms. According to internal projections cited in the report, nearly 10% of Meta’s total revenue in 2024 could be linked to such deceptive ads. These…
Bhubaneswar: In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is setting up a dedicated ‘Gupchup Market’ in the city to offer residents a clean, organised, and safe space to enjoy one of Odisha’s favourite snacks — gupchup (pani puri). The project, launched as a pilot initiative, aims to streamline roadside vending and ease traffic…
Bhubaneswar: As winter sets in, India’s most celebrated season — the wedding season — is back in full swing. Over the next three months, the country is expected to witness nearly 46 lakh weddings, driving a massive ₹6.5 lakh crore boost to the economy, according to estimates from industry associations. From luxury hotels to small…
Bhubaneswar: The historic Baliyatra, one of Odisha’s grandest and most celebrated fairs, commenced in Cuttack on Tuesday with cultural splendor, festive lights, and the participation of thousands of visitors, traders, and artisans. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Governor Raghubar Das extended their greetings to the people of Odisha, describing Baliyatra as a proud celebration…