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Hisense Inaugurates First Manufacturing Facility in India at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh World-class 10-acre manufacturing facility commissioned through Epack Manufacturing Technologies, the Hisense–Epack Durable joint venture   National, 10th February, 2026 –  Hisense, a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, today inaugurated its first manufacturing facility in India through a joint venture with Epack Manufacturing Technologies Private Limited (EMTPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Epack Durable Limited (EDL), at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. This landmark development marks a significant milestone in Hisense’s India growth journey and underscores the company’s long-term commitment to the Government of India’s  Make in India  initiative. Located within EDL’s industrial park at Sri City, the newly built and commissioned Hisense (EMTPL) manufacturing facility spans a 10-acre campus and is situated alongside EDL’s existing ODM manufacturing plant. Developed...

  Celebrate Valentine’s Day the Heritage Way at The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata This Valentine’s Day, The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata curates a range of experiences blending romance, dining, music and nightlife—perfect for every kind of celebration. For those who love a glamorous night out,  Pure Love – Valentine’s Day by KittySu  takes over  The Great Ballroom  with an exclusive KittySu pop-up featuring curated DJ sets, immersive visuals and a high-energy party vibe. Prefer something sweet?  The Bakery  offers a special  Valentine’s Day dessert and beverage combo , ideal for gifting, takeaway or a quick indulgence with your special someone. Couples seeking a romantic dinner can head to  Alfresco  for a  Valentine’s Day Special Buffet , complemented by a live singer and an elegant, intimate ambience. For a relaxed celebration,  Wilson’s – The Pub introduces a  Valentine’s Day Signature Cocktail , crafted exclusively for th...

  Digital wave sweeps SMB sector: AI tools now used by 4 in 5 small businesses, reports Primus Partners • 69% of SMBs in India already use digital advertising, and another 27% plan to adopt it within three years. • 57% of businesses reported a doubling or tripling of revenue   since adopting online advertising. • Nearly 80% of SMBs now use AI-enabled advertising tools, but cost, skills, and ecosystem complexity remain hurdles. National, 12 th  December 2025:  Primus Partners unveiled its latest report,  Empowering Small Businesses through Digital Advertising , a comprehensive study based on a survey of over 1,000 MSMEs and startups across India. The report underscores that digital advertising has become one of the most potent accelerators of small business growth, driving visibility, efficiency, and measurable returns at a scale previously inaccessible to smaller enterprises. The study shows that India’s SMB sector is undergoing a decisive shift embracing data-d...

  India, December 2025 : Clinikally, India's leading digital health platform for Dermatology, Nutrition & Wellness., today released its annual  Clinikally India Skin & Hair Health Index 2025,  highlighting major behavioural, demographic, and clinical shifts across millions of anonymized dermatology consultations and purchase patterns on the platform.  The report reveals a  dramatic rise in targeted skincare, haircare, and dermatology-focused supplementation , signalling a new self-care economy shaped by proactive, science-driven consumer behaviour. While dermatology consultations have remained stable,  consumer investment in expert-formulated skincare and haircare products has increased by more than 50%, and supplement adoption has more than doubled , indicating an accelerated shift toward holistic, preventive, and maintenance-led routines. The Index also highlights that  acne remains the No.1 dermatological concern , now most concentrated amon...

MUMBAI, India – December 11, 2025 – RRP Defense Limited (BSE: 530929) and Meprolight Ltd., Israel, a global leader in electro-optics, night-vision and weapon-sight systems, are pleased to announce a strategic collaboration aimed at delivering next-generation defence technologies to the Indian market.   Under this collaboration, Meprolight and RRP Defense Limited will jointly work on the distribution, assembly, technology integration, and future localisation of Meprolight’s advanced product line in India. The partnership includes:   Collaborative sales and distribution of Meprolight products within India for military and law-enforcement agencies. Co-development of pricing, commercial strategy, and payment terms, mutually agreed between both organisations. Technology transfer by Meprolight to support assembly, testing, and integration at RRP Defense’s Mahape facility under the Government of India’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. A long-term roadmap for local m...

  Rungta Tea Reports 92% Distributor Retention  Over 24 Years, Announces Expansion Plans  New Delhi, December 9, 2025  – Rungta Tea, one of India's leading regional  tea brands, celebrates 24 years of operations with a rare achievement in FMCG  distribution - they have maintained a 92% retention rate of its distributor  network since launching operations. A retention rate, the company says is  unusual in India's fast-moving consumer goods sector.  Headquarters in Delhi since 2004-05, the company currently operates across  North and East India with the same distributor partners it signed at inception.  "Quality, commitment, and relationships - these three principals have guided  every decision for 24 years,"  said  Girjesh Rungta, Founder and Managing  Director of Rungta Tea . "We approach all distributors as if we approach  family, not channels. When you've sat in the distributor's chair yourself, you  ...

New Delhi, December 2025:  This December, FES Cafe, Delhi NCR’s favourite dessert-first hangout, is unwrapping its biggest festive celebration yet: FES-MAS Wonderland, a 12-day holiday extravaganza filled with cosy moments, community events, indulgent desserts and festive magic across all outlets  from 12th to 23rd December . Kicking things off is the ultimate cosy-season starter: FES-MAS Movie Slumber Night On 12 December (Friday) , FES Nirvana Courtyard transforms into a cosy Christmas haven, complete with warm blankets, bowls of popcorn, mini cookies, and the brand’s much-loved seasonal winter menu, including Chef’s Special Hot Chocolate, Grandmama’s Secret Latte, Strawberry Cloud Cup and more. Guests can settle in under twinkling lights for a feel-good festive film and a night built for pure December joy. Event Details Date:  12 December Time:  8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Location: FES Café, Nirvana Courtyard, Gurugram Entry: INR 699 FES-MAS Specials:  12th–23rd Dece...

New Delhi, December 10 th , 2025:  Apollo Hospitals hosted a Clinical Update in a Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology for post graduate trainees, an endoscopy workshop and continuing medical education program for pediatricians from December 4 - 7, 2025, bringing together leading pediatric specialists and trainees from across the country and 17 countries to discuss the latest advancements in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology. The event marked an important milestone — 27 years since India’s first successful pediatric liver transplant at Apollo Hospitals Delhi. Over the years, Apollo has played a pivotal role in advancing pediatric gastrointestinal and liver care, setting benchmarks in clinical innovation, training, and outcomes. On 15 November 1998, Apollo Hospitals Delhi performed India’s first successful pediatric liver transplant. The first recipient, Master Sanjay, was 22 months old at the time. Today, he is 29, a practicing doctor and married.  The workshop pr...

Ashley Madison Winter Map Shows Surprising Dominance of Tamil Nadu Cities for  Discreet Relationships  2nd Dec 2025, India : With the winter chills setting in, the inclination to explore the discreet  relationships, emotional spaces and shared intimacy is increasing, especially in South India.  Ashley Madison , the world's leading platform for discreet relationships, mapped the top  Indian cities that are highlighting a rising indulgence in discreet relationships. While New Delhi  claimed the top position,  8 out of the top 10 cities (per capita) are located in Tamil Nadu  (TN) .  Even though the country’s capital,  New Delhi , leads the list, non-metro cities like  Vellore,  Coimbatore, Thanjavur, Dindigul, Thoothukudi, Erode, Tirunelveli and Salem from Tamil  Nadu  follow closely. The surge in the sign-ups for discreet relationships in regional spaces  that are often considered culturally traditional indicates ...

  Modulus Housing Raises 70 Crores (7.83 million USD) from Kalaari, Samarthya,  Hero, Zetwerk Founder, SVAS, Sigma to Scale the Future of Micro Constructions  Across India and Emerging Markets  Chennai, India | December 2, 2025:   Modulus Housing , India’s leading factory-made building construction  company, has raised its first-ever funding (Series A) of 7.83 million USD to drive the next phase of growth  in market expansion and R&D for new technologies and product lines. The funding was led by Kalaari  Capital, Hero and Samarthya, with participation from SVAS, Sigma, Zetwerk founder - Srinath, Sanjiv  Rangrass, and others.    Founded in 2018 out of IIT Madras by Shreeram Ravichandran and P Gobinath,   Modulus Housing has  grown from a bootstrapped venture into a profitable business with  cumulative revenue exceeding ₹ 200  crores.  The company’s operating revenue increased 38% to INR 54 Cr in FY24 from...