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India to be among Costa Coffee’s top 5 markets in 5 years: Global CEO CEO Philippe Schaillee
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India to be among Costa Coffee’s top 5 markets in 5 years: Global CEO CEO Philippe Schaillee

New Delhi, April 30,2025.India will be among the top-five global markets for Costa Coffee, which is adding about 50 stores a year in the country as part of its expansion plans, the British coffee chain brand's Global CEO Philippe Schaillee said on Wednesday.Costa Coffee, now owned by beverages major Coca-Cola, is enthusiastic about the Indian market where millennials are gradually shifting towards coffee from tea."Today there are less than 50 million consumers who are willing to pay a premium for coffee. However, that cohort is growing massively in double digits… That's why India is an important market for us," Schaillee said.
Indian airlines may face Rs 77 cr weekly addl expenses on airspace curbs
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Indian airlines may face Rs 77 cr weekly addl expenses on airspace curbs

New Delhi, April 30,2025.Indian airlines are likely to face additional weekly expenses of Rs 77 crore for international flights operated from north Indian cities as the airspace curbs result in increased fuel consumption and longer flight durations.An analysis of the number of overseas flights and back-of-the-envelope calculations based on increased flight time as well as approximate expenses by PTI showed that the additional monthly operational costs could be over Rs 306 crore.Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan due to the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan on Thursday said it will bar Indian airlines from using its airspace.
Cricket retained for 2026 Asian Games in Japan
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Cricket retained for 2026 Asian Games in Japan

New Delhi, April 30,2025.The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has confirmed that cricket will be a part of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games to be held in Japan from September 19 to October 4.The call to retain cricket was taken during the meeting between the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) and the organising committee (AINAGOC) earlier this week."The latest development in the compilation of the sports programm came at the 41st meeting of the AINAGOC Board of Directors at Nagoya City Hall on Monday, April 28, when cricket and Mixed Martial Arts were both formally approved," the OCA said.
Samsung Opens Registration for its New Vision AI Televisions in India
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Samsung Opens Registration for its New Vision AI Televisions in India

Gurugram, April 2025.Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, today announced that customers registering interest for its new range of Neo QLED, OLED and QLED AI televisions can avail INR 5000 discount, along with other launch offers. Samsung is likely to announce its new range of Vision AI televisions early next month.Samsung Vision AI represents a paradigm shift in how consumers interact with televisions. By incorporating on-device AI capabilities, Vision AI enables televisions to become aware of their surroundings, adapt to user preferences, and act autonomously to enhance the viewing experience.Samsung has been the global leader in the television market for 19 consecutive years, according to market research firm Omdia. This continued success is driven by the co...
HCL Launches ClimaForce Fund to Power India’s Climate Innovators
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HCL Launches ClimaForce Fund to Power India’s Climate Innovators

New Delhi, April 30, 2025.In a significant move to accelerate India’s transition to a low-carbon future, HCL Group, in partnership with the India Climate Collaborative (ICC), has launched the HCL ClimaForce Fund—a INR 25 crore philanthropic initiative aimed at supporting market-ready climate innovations. The Fund will empower over 20 solutions across cooling, buildings, and freight mobility—sectors that are central to India’s development and climate goals. The urgency to deploy low-carbon alternatives in these sectors has never been greater. According to the India Cooling Action Plan, cooling demand in the country is expected to rise eightfold by 2037–38, driven by increasing temperatures and improved living standards. Simultaneously, India’s built environment is projected to more than...
Manage Your Expenses with a Bajaj Finserv Personal Loan of up to Rs. 55 Lakh
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Manage Your Expenses with a Bajaj Finserv Personal Loan of up to Rs. 55 Lakh

New Delhi, April 30,2025.Managing unexpected or planned expenses has become easier than ever with the Bajaj Finserv Personal Loan. Whether it is for a dream wedding, higher education, medical emergency, or a long-awaited home renovation, individuals can now avail of a personal loan of up to Rs. 55 lakh, with a hassle-free application process and quick disbursal. Bajaj Finance Limited, one of India's leading financial services companies, offers a personal loan solution that brings flexibility, speed, and convenience to the forefront. With no collateral required and minimal documentation, this loan is an ideal option for salaried and self-employed individuals looking to manage their expenses comfortably. 
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Road Safety Across India
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Reaffirms Long-Term Commitment to Road Safety Across India

Bangalore, 29th April 2025.In alignment with its vision of building a safer and more responsible mobility ecosystem, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reiterates its long-standing commitment to advancing road safety through structured initiatives across the country. TKM’s efforts span awareness, education, and innovation, positively impacting over 10 lakh individuals through its comprehensive road safety programs.At the heart of Toyota’s safety commitment is the Toyota Safety Education Program (TSEP), a flagship initiative launched in 2007 to nurture road safety awareness and behavioural change among school children from 5th to 9th standard in government and private schools. Under the theme “Road Safety – My Right, My Responsibility,” the initiative empowers young minds through a proven...
Google’s Sundar Pichai earns over ₹91 crore in 2024
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Google’s Sundar Pichai earns over ₹91 crore in 2024

New Delhi, April 29, 2025.Sundar Pichai, the CEO of the world's largest tech company Google, took a salary of $10.73 million or ₹91.42 crore in 2024. This is about 22% more than his 2023 salary. In 2023, he took a package of $8.8 million (₹74.98 crore).This information has been provided in 2025 in a proxy statement given by Google's parent company Alphabet. Meanwhile, in 2022, Pichai received a salary of $226 million or ₹1,925 crore which also included stock grants tied-up with performance goals.
160 flats to be built for middle class in Jaipur:Housing Board launched scheme after 14 years
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160 flats to be built for middle class in Jaipur:Housing Board launched scheme after 14 years

Jaipur, April 29, 2025.Rajasthan Housing Board will launch a multi-storey flat scheme in Mansarovar, Jaipur. After about 14 years, a government agency is going to launch a residential scheme for the general public in Jaipur city.In this scheme, flats will be built for Middle Income Group-'A' (MIG-A) and Middle Income Group-'B' (MIG-B). According to sources, this scheme will be located near Apex Hospital on Sector-5 Shipra Path Sarayu Marg in Mansarovar. 160 flats are proposed to be built in this scheme. After winning the case on this land a few months ago, the board administration has planned this scheme on this land.The determination of flat size and rates in the scheme is still pending. Sources say that the price of one flat will be more than 45 lakh rupees. The plan is to bu...
Sattu gives relief from heat, keeps our body cool
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Sattu gives relief from heat, keeps our body cool

Jaipur, April 29, 2025.Ever wondered why your grandmother swears by that earthy-looking drink called "Sattu" during scorching summers? It is considered as the energy drink that's been keeping Indians cool and energised long before fancy protein shakes hit the market. This powerhouse, made simply by grinding roasted chickpeas or barley, packs quite a punch! Whether you like it sweet or salty, this humble drink does more than just tantalise your taste buds.According to a study published in the Journal of Food Science and Technology, sattu is rich in nutrients. It has a very good shelf life. Sattu's cooling agent makes it an excellent drink for summers.While another study published in the International Journal of Home Science says that sattu helps to keep our body fit and healthy....
WhatsApp will stop working on  older versions of iOS  from May 5, 2025
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WhatsApp will stop working on  older versions of iOS from May 5, 2025

Jaipur, April 29, 2025.If you’re using an older iPhone, it might be time for you to consider an upgrade—especially if you rely on WhatsApp to stay in touch. Starting May 5, 2025, WhatsApp will stop working on certain iPhones that are still running older versions of iOS.The messaging app says it will only support iPhones running iOS 15.1 or later. That means if your phone hasn’t been updated—or can’t be updated—you’ll lose access to WhatsApp completely.
PM Modi Chairs Key Security Meet At Residence With Defence Minister, NSA, CDS & All Armed Forces Chiefs
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PM Modi Chairs Key Security Meet At Residence With Defence Minister, NSA, CDS & All Armed Forces Chiefs

New Delhi, April 29, 2025.Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level security meeting on Tuesday with Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Anil Chauhan, and the chiefs of all armed forces.Earlier today, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan convened a high-level meeting review the internal security situation and assess the evolving threat perception.The meeting was attended by key security leaders, including Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF) Daljit Singh Chaudhary, Director General of the National Security Guard (NSG) Brighu Srinivasan, and Director General of the Assam Rifles Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera, reported IANS.In the meeting, discussion on topics such as tightening border securi...
Suryakumar, Iyer, Rahane named icon players for T20 Mumbai League
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Suryakumar, Iyer, Rahane named icon players for T20 Mumbai League

Mumbai, April 29, 2025.Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Tuesday announced a star-studded line-up of icon players for its T20 league including India captain Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer and Ajinkya Rahane.The T20 Mumbai League returns after a six-year break with the third edition scheduled to take place at the Wankhede Stadium from May 26 to June 8.The icon players also include Sarfaraz Khan, Shardul Thakur, Prithvi Shaw, Shivam Dube and Tushar Deshpande.
Suryavanshi takes Indian cricket by storm
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Suryavanshi takes Indian cricket by storm

Jaipur, April 29,2025.His parents were emotionally overwhelmed and full of gratitude, while the cricketing world was left wide-eyed in amazement as 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi announced his arrival as the next big thing in Indian cricket with a marauding IPL hundred that shattered records and reputations alike.The baby-faced big-hitter from Bihar's Samastipur was the toast of the nation after becoming the youngest to smash an IPL hundred and his 35-ball century was also the second fastest of the league.Reward and applause followed in equal measure as Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar announced a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh for his dazzling performance.
Olympic medallists Bhaker, Kusale, Asian Games champ Palak in squad for Munich WC
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Olympic medallists Bhaker, Kusale, Asian Games champ Palak in squad for Munich WC

New Delhi, April 29, 2025.Paris Olympics stars Manu Bhaker and Swapnil Kusale were on Tuesday named in the 23-member Indian squad along with reigning Asian Games champion Palak for the Munich leg of the Rifle/Pistol ISSF World Cup, beginning June 8.The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) announced the squad with Bhaker being the only member to make the cut in two individual events -- women's 10m and 25m pistol events.Also returning to the national team is Sandeep Singh in men's air rifle. Kusale and Sandeep will be seen in action for the first time since their Paris Games appearances.
Delhi Cabinet approves bill to regulate fee in private schools; heavy penalty for violators
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Delhi Cabinet approves bill to regulate fee in private schools; heavy penalty for violators

New Delhi, April 29, 2025.The Delhi Cabinet on Tuesday approved a bill to regulate fee in all private schools in the national capital, which will provide a huge relief to parents who raised issue of arbitrary hike every year.Addressing a press conference, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that schools will face strict penalties from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 10 lakh for non-compliance of the government's directives.Gupta, who termed the move "bold and historic", said that the BJP government will call an urgent session of the Delhi Assembly to pass the Delhi School Education Transparency in Fixation and Regulation of Fees Bill, 2025.
KALKI Fashion Levels Up. Lighthouse Backs the Vision.
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KALKI Fashion Levels Up. Lighthouse Backs the Vision.

New Delhi, April 29, 2025.KALKI Fashion, one of India’s leading names in occasion wear and bridal couture, has entered a strategic investment partnership with Lighthouse Funds—marking a major step forward in the brand’s expansion. With eight flagship stores already dominating key metropolitan markets, KALKI Fashion has established itself as the go-to destination for contemporary Indian silhouettes for the modern clientele. This partnership with Lighthouse Funds—known for changing consumer brands into household names—represents more than capital injection; it’s an alliance positioned to elevate KALKI Fashion onto the global stage.KALKI Fashion’s design signature has positioned the brand as a definitive voice in premium Indian occasion wear. Its portfolio spans bridal couture, festiv...
FOMO7 Announces Mega Dhamaka During IPL Prediction Season
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FOMO7 Announces Mega Dhamaka During IPL Prediction Season

Bengaluru, April 29, 2025.As the IPL frenzy takes over the nation, India-based online gaming platform FOMO7 has launched a campaign: ‘IPL 2025 Mega Dhamaka’.  The promotion is designed specifically for cricket enthusiasts who want to get involved on a more personal level than just watching the matches. It includes prediction-based games with a structured reward system. Cricket fans can now predict, play, and win big while supporting their respective teams.  The Key Highlight of Mega Dhamaka includes Daily and Weekly Bonanza where the players can predict match results and win upto 2 lakhs daily and 7 lakhs weekly. Moreover, the top 20 players are eligible for a final jackpot draw with total rewards reaching Rs. 1 crore. The platform also feature...
HDFC Life is ‘Next Leader’ on the Indian Corporate Governance Scorecard for 2024
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HDFC Life is ‘Next Leader’ on the Indian Corporate Governance Scorecard for 2024

Mumbai, April 29, 2025.HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurers, is delighted to announce its recognition as ‘Next Leader’ in the Indian Corporate Governance assessment conducted by Institutional Investor Advisory Services (IiAS) as of 31st December 2024. This is a testament to the Company’s unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and exemplary governance practices. As HDFC Life enters the 25th year of its journey, this recognition comes as an acknowledgement of the Company’s superior standards of Corporate Governance. This is the fourth consecutive year that HDFC Life has been featured as part of this prestigious list which is an outcome of the annual assessment of the BSE 100 companies based on the Indian Corporate Governance Sc...
Radio City Joins Hands with Triton Digital to Launch Global Podcast Platform ‘RC SWAPPR’
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Radio City Joins Hands with Triton Digital to Launch Global Podcast Platform ‘RC SWAPPR’

Mumbai, April 29, 2025.India's first private FM station Radio City is collaborating with Triton Digital, the global technology and services leader in the digital audio, podcast, and broadcast radio industries to launch Radio City’s brand-new platform dedicated to podcasts, RC SWAPPR. This engaging platform is now live at www.rcswappr.com across the globe. True to its core belief, “The Art of Podcast Creation,” RC SWAPPR, delivers new, compelling, and culturally relevant audio content to listeners worldwide in 120+ countries, such as the US, UK, Canada, and Europe. With podcast consumption skyrocketing, Radio City aims to pioneer yet another revolution in the world of podcast consumption and make this a go-to destination for all audio lovers. To enhance the digital audio conte...
Season four of Pankaj Tripathi’s ‘Criminal Justice’ to debut on JioHotstar on May 22, 2025
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Season four of Pankaj Tripathi’s ‘Criminal Justice’ to debut on JioHotstar on May 22, 2025

New Delhi, April 29, 2025. The fourth season of crime drama series "Criminal Justice", starring Pankaj Tripathi, is set to stream on JioHotstar from May 22, the OTT platform announced on Tuesday.Directed by Rohan Sippy, the upcoming chapter is titled "A Family Matter" and produced by Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios.The four season will see Tripathi reprise his role of the uncanny lawyer Madhav Mishra, who gets an intriguing new case revolving around "a torrid love affair and an unforeseen murder", according to the official plotline.
Bollywood Star Pankaj Tripathi joins Euro Adhesives Family to strengthen the ‘Pakka Jod’ as a National Brand Ambassador
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Bollywood Star Pankaj Tripathi joins Euro Adhesives Family to strengthen the ‘Pakka Jod’ as a National Brand Ambassador

Mumbai, April 29, 2025.Launching alongside this announcement is Euro Adhesives' all-new advertising campaign, #SirfJodoNahinFayedonKeSaathJodo, a powerful articulation of the brand's evolved value proposition — promising not just a strong bond, but meaningful performance benefits like Fast Drying, Termite Resistance, Waterproof, Weather Proof and gives more coverage with less product usage. The 360-degree campaign goes live during May 2025 across Television, Print, Digital, and Out-Of-Home (OOH) platforms.The campaign features Pankaj Tripathi in distinct avatars — a neighbourhood hardware store owner, and a discerning homeowner — each film portraying a common real-world adhesive challenge solved with Euro's trusted solutions for years!Speaking on this announ...
Truecaller Introduces Scamfeed: A User-Powered Defense Against Scams
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Truecaller Introduces Scamfeed: A User-Powered Defense Against Scams

Bengaluru, April 29, 2025.Truecaller, the world’s leading global communication platform, is thrilled to unveil Scamfeed, a powerful new feature designed to connect users in the fight against digital fraud through the strength of shared experience. Embedded directly within the Truecaller app, Scamfeed is a dynamic user-generated content stream where users can report, discuss, and stay informed about the latest scams as they unfold. More than just a feed, it’s a digital support network for anyone who has encountered fraud or narrowly avoided becoming a victim. Additional detailed information on how to spot scams, how to protect yourself and how to report scams can also be accessed via the dedicated website: www.truecaller.com/scam-alert. Scamfeed serves a...
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