UNIQLO Wraps the Delhi Metro in its Signature HEATTECH Warmth this Winter

December 05, 2025, National - With the onset of winter across the capital, UNIQLO is unveiling a striking HEATTECH branding activation on the Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro. Running from 24 November through 24 December 2025, the initiative features two wrapped metro trains, each comprising eight carriages, bringing bold HEATTECH visuals to commuters across the city. 

Through this metro wrap, UNIQLO brings warmth, innovation, and function straight into the daily lives of commuters, making HEATTECH the go-to essential for a comfortable and stylish winter.

Engineered with advanced fabric technology that transforms body moisture into heat, HEATTECH remains a staple for the winter wardrobe. This campaign offers commuters an engaging introduction to the warmth, comfort, and everyday practicality of HEATTECH, ensuring travellers across Delhi and Gurgaon are equipped to welcome the season in effortless style.

 

The metro wraps bring HEATTECH’s core value - thin yet warm thermal wear — to life, offering commuters a vivid introduction to the innovative technology behind the product. By taking over high-footfall stations such as Rajiv Chowk, INA, and Sikandarpur, the campaign reinforces UNIQLO’s mission to deliver functional, innovative LifeWear tailored to local needs, providing comfort and style throughout the coldest months of the year.

 

Press Release - Mankind Pharma expands PetStar portfolio with launch of PetStar Delight cat food range

 Mankind Pharma expands PetStar portfolio with launch of PetStar Delight cat food range 

National, 4th December 2025: Mankind Pharma, one of India's leading pharmaceutical companies, today announced the launch of PetStar Delight, expanding its PetStar brand into the cat food segment. The new range is formulated to support overall feline wellness and marks a significant milestone in the company's pet care journey, which began with the launch of PetStar dog food in 2022. 

The launch comes at a strategic time as India's cat food category, currently valued at approximately Rs 1,500 crore with monthly sales of Rs 120 crore, is growing at a compound annual growth rate of 18-20%. 

PetStar Delight is formulated with a powerful blend of functional ingredients including cranberry for urinary health, turmeric for immunity and digestive health, and essential taurine for vital organ support. Manufactured in Thailand, the product adheres to stringent quality standards and offers pet parents a clean label option with no artificial colours or preservatives. 

The PetStar Delight range is available in three palatable flavours (salmon, tuna and ocean fish) catering to varied feline preferences. The product line addresses two distinct life stages: kitten (one to 12 months) with 32% protein and 12% fat, and adult (12 months and above) with 30% protein and 10% fat, ensuring age-appropriate nutrition for growing kittens and mature cats. 

"Since launching PetStar in 2022, we have witnessed the tremendous potential of India's pet care market and the evolving needs of pet parents," said Rajeev Juneja, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Mankind Pharma Limited. "With PetStar Delight, we are bringing the same commitment to quality, affordability and wellness that defines both our pharmaceutical business and our dog food range into feline nutrition. This expansion represents our dedication to providing scientifically formulated nutrition that supports the complete health of pets across species and life stages." 

Dr Piyush Prashant, Vice President and Head of Pet Food Division, Mankind Pharma Limited, said, "Since launching PetStar dog food manufactured in the UK using European raw materials and adhering to BRCGS standards, we've expanded our portfolio to include dry food, gravies and specialised nutrition like PetStar V Diet for dogs with specific dietary needs. With PetStar Delight, we're applying that same commitment to quality for cats. Each recipe combines superior palatability with functional nutrition, incorporating ingredients with specific health benefits: prebiotic beta-glucans and MOS for gut health, natural fibre for hairball control, salmon oil for brain development, choline for nerve health and yucca extract to reduce stool odour. We've created a comprehensive solution that addresses the real health concerns of cat owners." 

The product is available in three pack sizes (400g, 1kg and 2.8kg), with the 1kg pack priced at Rs 399 for the kitten range and Rs 375 for the adult range. PetStar Delight is being launched pan-India. 

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With the expansion of PetStar to include cat food, the company strengthens its position in India's rapidly growing pet care market, leveraging its extensive distribution network and reputation for quality to reach pet parents across the country. 

About Mankind Pharma  

Mankind Pharma (BSE: 543904 | NSE: MANKIND) is one of the largest pharmaceutical company in India, which focuses on the domestic market with its Pan India presence. Mankind operates at the intersection of the Indian pharmaceutical formulations and consumer healthcare sectors with the aim of providing quality products at affordable prices. The company is a leading player in the domestic pharmaceuticals business present across acute and chronic therapeutic areas including anti-infectives, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, antidiabetic, neuro/CNS, gynecology, VMN and respiratory, among others with a strategy to increase chronic presence going ahead. In the consumer healthcare business, the company operates in the condoms, pregnancy detection, emergency contraceptives, antacid powders, vitamin and mineral supplements and anti-acne preparations categories, among others, with several category-leading brands. Following the acquisition of Bharat Serums and Vaccines Limited, Mankind Pharma has further strengthened its leadership in the domestic women’s health segment. Mankind's distribution network includes a robust field force of 17,700+ professionals, and a reach extending to over five lakh doctors across urban and rural markets. The company has 32 manufacturing facilities in India manufacturing a wide range of dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, syrups, vials, ampoules, blow fill seal, soft and hard gels, eye drops, creams, contraceptives and other over-the-counter products. Mankind has a consistent track record of product innovation through 6 dedicated R&D facilities backed by more than 730 scientists. 

For more information, visit www.mankindpharma.com or contact: 

Natasha Raj - 9205057627 - natasha.raj@mankindpharma.com

Tamil Nadu Cities Outshine Metros in Discreet Connections

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 evolving definitions of relationships and commitment among the younger or middle-aged population, or a heightened desire for discretion in largely close-knit communities. 

The new rankings reinforce the trend previously seen, where the temple town of Kanchipuram took the #1 spot in the summer. The latest data indicates that this growing interest in discreet relationships has a majority of the top-ranking cities originating from the state of Tamil Nadu. The dominance of these Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities over major metros suggests that the desire to redefine relationships further from the traditional understanding, is now deeply rooted beyond India's urban centers. 

“We are seeing a clear shift in the narrative with a surprising cultural evolution in regions like Tamil Nadu. The presence of so many cities from the region in the top ranks suggests that while the communities here may be close-knit and traditional in nature, individuals are finding a safe and discreet outlet to explore their individuality and desires that their primary relationship may not necessarily fulfill. Seeing so many non-metro cities is a strong indication of growing personal autonomy,” says Dr. Tammy Nelson, Relationship Expert and Consultant at Ashley Madison. 

Paul Keable, Chief Strategy Officer at Ashley Madison, adds, "This data tells a compelling story of regional adoption. The significant presence of these Southern Indian cities at the top, demonstrates that the curiosity and need for relationship alternatives are becoming universal in India. Where Kanchipuram led the charge last time in the summer, a full cohort of non-metro Tamil Nadu cities is now showing that the desire to explore intimacy on one's own terms is a powerful and growing nationwide movement." 

The attached map offers a visual snapshot of India’s most curious and discreetly explorative cities this season, showcasing how approaches to relationships are being redefined around the country.  

India’s First Miniaturised Space Telescope ‘MIRA’ Certified Space-grade and Orbit Ready as per NASA Standards

 

India’s First Miniaturised Space Telescope ‘MIRA’ Certified Space-grade and Orbit Ready as per NASA Standards

1. Designed and developed by deeptech startup EON Space Labs, ‘MIRA’ is India’s first indigenously developed space telescope.
2. The ultra-lightweight, miniaturised space telescope successfully completed thermo-vacuum testing as per NASA standards.
3. The electro-optical payload is scheduled for a heritage space flight aboard an upcoming satellite orbit mission in December 2025.
4. The milestone is a major step toward India’s first indigenously built compact space-grade telescope weighing a mere 502 grams.

Thursday, 27th November 2025: EON Space Labs, a Hyderabad-based deep-tech startup, specialising in multi-domain earth observation, confirmed that its flagship electro-optical space telescope ‘MIRA’, successfully completed thermo-vacuum (TVAC) testing. The milestone qualifies MIRA as India’s first indigenously developed space telescope, ready to tackle the harsh environment of space during low Earth orbit (LEO) missions. MIRA has been developed as an electro-optical payload onboard satellites, utilised for dual-use strategic defence and commercial space missions.

Sanjay Kumar, Co-founder, EON Space Labs, said, “This is a truly defining moment for us. Space-grade certification proves that ultra-complex, high-precision imaging platforms can now be built and certified entirely from within India”.

The miniaturised space telescope meets stringent NASA standards for space-readiness, tested for temperature stability, vacuum tolerance, and in-orbit operational reliability. Testing was conducted at an NABL-accredited facility in Ahmedabad at vacuum levels below 10⁻⁵ torr and extreme temperature swings between −20 °C and +60 °C.

MIRA performed beyond expectations with negligible outgassing and zero optical or structural drift. It was also integrated with the onboard high-performance computer of its satellite partners, successfully demonstrating autonomous imaging and telemetry under simulated orbital conditions. MIRA is scheduled for a heritage space flight onboard an upcoming satellite orbit mission, later in December 2025.

Punit Badeka, Cofounder, EON Space Labs, said, “MIRA enables the highest-quality imagery at a fraction of traditional size and weight limitations. We’re not only focused on India’s self-reliance in earth observation but aim to tap the global market with MIRA.”

Designed to deliver the highest-resolution imagery while weighing barely 502 grams, MIRA is at least 3 to 4 times lighter than conventional space telescopes. Payload delivery costs, which can be as high as USD 10K to 20K per kilogram, can be slashed without the need for compromising on image resolution.

“Our vertically integrated optical and AI-enabled stack delivers an operational payload perfectly aligned for the extreme environment of space," added Manoj Kumar Gaddam, Co-founder, EON Space Labs.

While MIRA heads toward orbit, EON Space Labs is also focusing on the parallel development of its LUMIRA EO/IR aerial imaging and reconnaissance platforms, designed as a dual-use payload for drones, UAVs, eVTOL and fixed-wing aircraft. The approach reinforces the startup's commitment to vertically integrated optics designed for multi-domain dual-use applications across space, aerial and ground-based platforms.

Rahi Anil Barve's MAYASABHA at IFFI Goa Film Festival 2025

Rahi Anil Barve's MAYASABHA at IFFI Goa Film Festival 2025

 

After TUMBBAD Rahi Anil Barve's next Hindi feature film MAYASABHA - The Hall of Illusion has been officially selected under the prestigious WAVES Film Bazaar – Viewing Room (Indian Panorama – IFFI)section.

This year, the festival received a total of 3,468 film submissions in various languages from across the world. After an extensive selection process, only 82 outstanding feature films were chosen — and among them stands MAYASABHA. This selection provides the film an honoUrable platform in front of renowned international distributors, festival programmers, producers, sales agents, and industry professionals.

Set against the backdrop of monsoon-soaked Mumbai, MAYASABHA unfolds a gripping story of human greed, survival, shattered dreams, and desperate hope. The film follows a security guard on parole, and his sister who are struggling to survive life in a chawl. Their fate changes when they cross paths with a troubled yet brilliant young man — and a once-powerful film producer haunted by his past. A rumoured treasure of missing gold becomes the axis on which their lives turn upside down. What begins as a pursuit of hidden fortune slowly reveals a haunting tale of moral collapse, fractured relationships, and the fragile boundaries of humanity.

The selection of MAYASABHA at the WAVES Bazaar Viewing Room at IFFI 2025 marks a significant milestone for the entire team. This recognition opens doors for international distribution, festival consideration, collaborations, and global visibility.

Writer & Director: Rahi Anil Barve
Producers: Girish Patel & Ankoor J Singh
Presented by: Pickle Entertainment & Zeus Films India
Production House: Zirkon Films

Press Release | BenQ Launches ScreenBar Halo 2 in India, A Smarter Light for Smarter Workspaces

 

New Delhi, India — 14 November 2025: BenQ, the pioneer of monitor lighting solutions, today announced the launch of the ScreenBar® Halo 2 in India, its next-generation flagship monitor light engineered to deliver optimal eye comfort, intelligent control, and refined design for professionals, creators, and gamers working in dim or variable lighting environments. Developed over four years of research and user testing, the ScreenBar® Halo 2 enhances workspace illumination with a powerful dual-light system and a newly introduced triple-curvature backlight design, offering 423% wider coverage than its predecessor. The result is a balanced lighting environment that reduces contrast between the monitor and its surroundings, preventing visual fatigue and maintaining comfort and focus during long hours of work.

Traditional desk lamps often create glare, reflections, and uneven lighting. The ScreenBar® Halo 2 addresses these challenges through BenQ’s exclusive ASYM-Light™ optical technology, which uses an 18° asymmetrical cut-off angle to direct light onto the desk instead of the screen, completely eliminating glare and preventing direct light from reaching the eyes. Its development was informed by a study conducted in collaboration with National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, which demonstrated that maintaining balanced ambient light around a screen significantly improves eye comfort. Backed by ANSI standards, the optimal luminance ratio of no more than 3:1 between the screen and its surroundings is a core element of the ScreenBar® Halo 2’s design philosophy.

“We know professionals demand precision in lighting,” said JC Pan, Chief Product Designer at BenQ Smart Lighting. “That’s why we’ve re-engineered the controller, making it intuitive and precise. The anti-fingerprint coated wireless control dial lets users smoothly adjust brightness (0–100%) and color temperature (2700K–6500K), perfect for color grading, content creation, or late-night work.” The mounting system has also been completely redesigned. Inspired by the gravity-based mechanism of the ScreenBar Pro, the new zinc-alloy clamp supports a wide variety of monitors, from ultra-thin to curved, without causing damage. “It rests gently on the screen instead of clipping on, making it far more screen-friendly,” added Judy Yang, Lead Mechanical Engineer at BenQ Smart Lighting.

The ScreenBar® Halo 2 comes equipped with a host of smart features, including motion detection that automatically turns the light on when the user returns to the desk and powers it down after inactivity to conserve energy, auto-dimming that adapts brightness to surrounding light conditions, and memory settings that retain personalized lighting preferences. These intelligent features ensure an effortless and energy-efficient experience that adjusts naturally to each user’s workflow and environment. 

Co-designed with MINIMAL Design, founded by former Nike Global Creative Director Scott Wilson, the ScreenBar® Halo 2 features a refined metallic finish and minimal silhouette that blend seamlessly into modern workspaces. Every detail has been crafted to merge functionality with sophistication, complementing BenQ’s professional monitor lineup PD, RD, MOBIUZ, and MA series to create an elevated, cohesive setup.

“At BenQ, great technology should enhance human experience,” said Mr. Rajeev Singh, Managing Director, BenQ India & South Asia.“The ScreenBar Halo 2 combines intelligent engineering, elegant design, and smart automation to make modern workspaces healthier, more productive, and visually inspiring.”

The BenQ ScreenBar® Halo 2 is now available across the BenQ India E-Store, Amazon India, and select retail partners at a price of INR 17,490.

Light that listens. Design that inspires.

Upgrade your desk with the ScreenBar Halo 2 today and experience a new dimension of comfort and clarity.

About BenQ Smart Lighting

Since introducing the world’s first monitor light bar in 2017, BenQ Smart Lighting has continuously pioneered innovation in ergonomic and professional lighting solutions. With a mission to improve eye comfort, productivity, and visual well-being, BenQ continues to develop intelligent, user-centric lighting technologies that adapt to modern hybrid and creative work environments.