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  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...

  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  ...

  After a successful stint in Mumbai’s BKC,  Chufang Asian Kitchen & Bar  has now opened in Pune, this time with a stunning  duplex layout  that seats over  120 guests . The restaurant features a  red-toned ambience , enhanced with  lanterns, lamps, and a handcrafted Buddha head  by artists from Hubli, creating a space that feels both elegant and contemporary. Chufang celebrates Asian flavours from across the continent with a menu that includes  Sushi Boat (Veg & Non-Veg) ,  Veg California Sushi ,  Blue Rice Salmon Sushi ,  Truffle Edamame Dim-sums ,  Chicken Coriander Dim-sums ,  Mushroom Cheung Fun ,  Crispy Prawns Cheung Fun ,  Blue Pea Rice , and  Green Thai Curry . Each dish combines authentic flavours with modern presentation, offering a visual and culinary delight. Complementing the food are  signature cocktails  inspired by Asian condiments and spices, tangy, seasoned, and...

When it is a festive season, we all would be confused as to what to gift to our near and dears. I was no exception. With the upcoming Dussehra and Diwali , I was scouting for some options which is when I stumbled across Zoomin I wanted to give a gift which is unique to my Son who is going to be 5 next year. This site which is famous for its photo cards, picture calendar, photo prints among others also had other gifting options specially for kids. I quickly browsed and found they had something unique. Snack Box and Water Bottle with name embossed on it. I did not think twice to place the order. Order arrived in no time and do I need to say my son as surprised and delighted? Let me talk about the products. To start with, I loved the quality of the products - be it snack box or water bottle. They are so sturdy and would last for long. The quality of the print on the bottle & snack box were superior.  Snack Box could hold more than just smacks as you could see on the pic above. ...

Mumbai, Friday, 19th September 2025 : Loya, the capital’s iconic Indian culinary destination, ushers in a new chapter of its signature bar takeovers under Qissa, an evocative convergence of craftsmanship, cultural identity, and cocktail artistry. This edition presents a spirited collaboration with Aruba , Tijuana, Mexico’s pioneering Day Drink Bar , spotlighted at No.22 among North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025.    At the heart of this takeover is Frida González, co-owner of Aruba and one of North America’s most dynamic bar talents, whose leadership and creativity have been instrumental in defining Aruba’s place in Baja California’s thriving cocktail culture. Known for championing honest, ingredient-forward drinks and a vibrant yet approachable ethos, Frida brings a unique voice from Mexico’s northwest coast to the Qissa stage.    Guests at this edition of Loya Qissa can anticipate a specially curated cocktail menu that channels Aruba’s spirit of daytime conviviality -...

Snowman Logistics Expands Footprint with New Facility in Kundli, Delhi -  The facility adds 3,576 pallet positions to the company’s capacity, taking its total to 154,330 pallets across 44 warehouses in 21 cities. New Delhi, 08th July 2025:  Snowman Logistics Limited, India’s leading integrated temperature-controlled logistics service provider, is pleased to announce the commencement of operations at its new warehousing facility in Kundli, Delhi NCR. The facility, taken on long-term lease, adds 3,576 pallet positions to the company’s capacity, taking its total to 154,330 pallets across 44 warehouses in 21 cities. In addition to its warehousing network, Snowman operates a fleet of 296 owned and over 325+ leased refrigerated vehicles, ensuring seamless cold chain connectivity across the country. Strategically located in the Delhi NCR region, the Kundli facility is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and robust infrastructure to serve a wide array of industries, includi...

आयकर भरना नहीं अब बोझ, बुजुर्गों के दरवाजे पर पहुंचेगी सम्मान से भरी सेवा - श्री नानक फाउंडेशन ने शुरू की पहल ‘संवेदनशील शुरुआत’, हजारों वरिष्ठ नागरिकों को मिलेगी राहत  - 5000 से अधिक लोगों को अब तक मिल चुका है लाभ, घर पहुंचकर दी जा रही है सेवा  नई दिल्ली।  जब उम्र के साथ कदम लड़खड़ाने लगते हैं तो तकनीकी जटिलताएं और सरकारी दस्तावेजों की उलझनें  किसी पहाड़ से कम नहीं लगतीं। ऐसे में अगर कोई संस्था यह कहे कि "हम आपके दरवाजे पर आकर  टैक्स भरेंगे" तब यह सिर्फ सेवा नहीं बल्कि एक सम्मान की वापसी होगी। यह शुरूआत श्री नानक  फाउंडेशन ने एक पहल के रूप में शुरू की है जिसे ‘संवेदनशील शुरुआत’ नाम दिया है। यह उन बुज़ुर्गों के  लिए किसी वरदान से कम नहीं है जो हर साल आयकर रिटर्न भरने पर असहज महसूस करते हैं। इस  सेवा के तहत अब प्रशिक्षित पेशेवर सीधे वरिष्ठ नागरिकों के घर जाकर आयकर दाखिल करने में मदद  करते हैं।  यह जानकारी साझा करते हुए श्री नानक फाउंडेशन की संस्थापक लिरिल बंसल ने कहा, “हमने महसूस  किया कि टैक्स भरने में बुज़ुर्गों को जो मानसिक तनाव औ...

  “Board Exams will happen twice a year, and it will benefit students”: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan at ABP Network’s Smart Education Summit 2025 ·           “15 foreign Universities will establish their branches in India in next few years”, Dharmendra Pradhan said. ·           “We launched a successful Chandrayaan mission,” Dharmendra Pradhan said ·           “Three language formula is not debated in any other state except Tamil Nadu”, said  Dharmendra Pradhan New Delhi, June 9, 2025: Countering  allegations of deleting the history of Mughals from school textbooks,  Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, said,  “We are adding many other facets and people from Indian history who were omitted by the previous Governments. Hence, space taken by Mughal dynasty has reduced.” He was speaking at  ABP Network’s...

Renault India Unveils Discovery Days to offer 10 Days of Unmissable Benefits,  Exciting Offers and Carnival Experiences   o  Financing at 0% interest rate and 50% waiver on processing fees  o  Exchange benefits up to ₹40,000  o  Exciting loyalty and segment benefits for existing Renault customers  National, June 3, 2025:  Renault India, wholly owned French carmaker Renault Group, today announced  the launch of Renault Discovery Days, a thrilling nationwide campaign running  from June 6  to  June 16,  2025 . Under the initiative, Renault India is inviting customers to visit Renault showrooms across country  and discover an exciting range of vehicles, now available with  retrofit CNG options,  along with  never- before offers  designed to maximize customer delight and accessibility.  Renault Discovery Days  will turn showrooms into vibrant hubs of activity over two consecutive weekends...

Mumbai, India, 05 May, 2025 : Food Service Network (FSN), Asia’s leading tech-driven food supply and distribution company, has officially expanded its operations into Indonesia through a strategic partnership with Restaurant Brands Asia (RBA), the master franchisee of Burger King and Popeyes. This move marks FSN’s entry into international markets and positions it as the first Indian food supply company dedicated to establishing a global presence. The partnership reflects the continued strengthening of FSN’s long-standing relationship with RBA. As part of this expansion, FSN will manage end-to-end supply and distribution operations for Burger King and Popeyes across Indonesia, supporting nearly 170 outlets through six strategically located distribution centers. FSN’s Indonesia operations will replicate the centralized distribution model it has successfully implemented across India by leveraging standardized processes, integrated IT systems, and a strong vendor network to ensure consiste...

1 st  May , 2025 | New Delhi :   Control   Z, India ’ s leading destination for premium renewed smartphones, today revealed its latest flash sale featuring the  r enewed  iPhone 11  at an irresistible  price of  INR  1 4 ,99 9 .  The sale will go live on  4 th May , from  12 :00 pm onwards , exclusively on the Control Z website . *   Shoppers can unlock even deeper savings with  5   % instant discount  when purchasing with HDFC Bank credit/debit cards or by verifying their student status via  UNiDAYS .  “ This flash sale continues our mission to make flagship technology more attainable while accelerating the shift toward circular consumption .  Choosing renewed devices does more than save money; it meaningfully reduces e waste and carbon emissions, proving that premium tech can be both affordable and planet positive , ” said  Yug Bhatia, Founder of Control Z. Each renewed iPhone 11  at Control...