IIHMR University, in collaboration with Vital Strategies, Bloomberg Philanthropies, and global partners has successfully organised a two-day workshop titled Communicating with Data: Conveying Health Information to Media and Colleagues. The workshop convened 23 distinguished public health professionals who are actively engaged in health data management, communication, and program implementation from Maharashtra, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Odisha, Gujarat, and Chhattisgarh.

BIMTECH hosted Swarup Mohanty, Vice Chairman and CEO, Mirae Asset Investment Managers (India), for an engaging session at the campus which featured insights on the future of India’s asset management sector, leadership challenges, and valuable guidance for the next generation of professionals. Mohanty highlighted how the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated financial awareness in the country, with mutual fund investors surging from 0.3 crore before the pandemic to nearly 6 crore.

Whisper World, Red Chillies Entertainment’s exclusive In-Content Advertising (ICA) partner for The Ba***ds of Bollywood, offers creative solutions to organically embed branding in the post- production phase of content. With the support of Wavemaker, this collaboration allows Mother Dairy to be seamlessly and organically integrated in the series, thereby amplifying brand visibility and resonance among a broad and discerning audience.

This year, Eveready has partnered with Vikramshila Education Resource Society to support the Durga Puja organised by children from a school that teaches underprivileged children till Class 4. To make their Puja special, Eveready has created the Largest AA Battery-Powered Remote-Controlled Toy Truck, powered by 8 Eveready Ultima AA batteries. Aptly named ‘Ultima Bahon’ this one-of-a-kind creation carries the idol of Goddess Durga into the Puja premises.

Coromandel International Limited signed an agreement with M/s Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions (India) Pvt. Ltd. to expand its seawater desalination capacity to 9 million litres per day (MLD) to advance its sustainability agenda by adopting innovative, resource-efficient water solutions. The company had originally commissioned its 6 MLD desalination plant in 2023 to reduce dependence on surface water and enhance operational resilience.

Hisense, a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, has launched its latest TV commercial in India for Diwali. The film celebrates the true spirit of the festival celebrating light, joy, family, and togetherness. Featuring Monami Ghosh, the popular Bengali actress, and Ashwin Kumar, a well-known South Indian actor and influencer, the TVC creates a strong emotional connection with audiences across India.

Manforce Condoms, India’s no.1 brand, leading sexual wellness brand under Mankind Pharma, launched its revolutionary television commercial introducing Myra, an AI-powered brand character that represents a paradigm shift in brand communication. The video takes a refreshing approach with the AI model that portrays various evocative emotions like desire, passion, love, infatuation, and temptation that cater to the art of seduction for the target audience.

Commemorating India’s first National Ayurveda Day, Dr. Prathap C. Reddy, Chairman, Apollo Hospitals Group, said, “Ayurveda is renowned and respected globally as a science that goes beyond treatment, offering a complete philosophy of life with wellbeing in body-mind-spirit. From preventing and managing chronic diseases, to contributing to rehabilitation after cancer, stroke, or cardiac events, etc., Ayurveda stands as a trusted partner to modern medicine.”

Released as a digital video on YouTube and Instagram, the track celebrates the pride, craftsmanship, and energy of India’s skilled manufacturing workforce, embodying the true essence of the Make in India movement. The rap highlights the heartbeat of Cellecor’s operations, the workers on the factory floor whose dedication, skill, and passion bring innovation to life. It underlines how every Cellecor product is deeply rooted in the spirit of local craftsmanship.

Renault India, a wholly owned subsidiary of the French carmaker Renault Group, marks a decade of the iconic car that redefined India’s entry-level segment with its disruptive design, SUV-inspired stance, and unmatched value proposition. An exclusive 500 units of the 10th Anniversary Edition of KWID will be available on the Techno variant with exclusive styling elements, elevating its visual appeal and creating a sense of collectability.

With a 100-year-old long legacy built on delivering reliable power solutions, Eveready is taking a step forward by introducing an all-inclusive and comprehensive range of mobile accessories, which includes power banks and chargers designed to keep consumers seamlessly connected anytime, anywhere. The new product line blends Eveready’s signature quality and innovation with features designed to meet the demands of today’s fast-paced, mobile lifestyle.

Ampere, the electric 2-wheeler brand of Greaves Electric Mobility, launched the Magnus Grand, a thoughtfully upgraded family scooter. At the core of the Magnus Grand is a Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) battery, backed by 5-year or 75,000 km warranty, engineered to meet the demands of India’s diverse travel needs. The Magnus Grand strengthens the foundation of reliability and everyday practicality and introduces a refined aesthetic upgrade.

“At Spinny, the customer comes first, always. Whether it’s pricing, quality, or the buying or selling experience, transparency and trust are non-negotiable,” said Hanish Yadav, Senior Vice President & Business Head at Spinny.“We’ve taken a proactive stance, adjusting prices before the GST reforms take effect. This ensures our customers can make confident decisions today, without waiting or second-guessing market movements.”

The fourth edition of the Capgemini Research Institute’s report, “A world in balance 2025: Unlocking resilience and long-term value through environmental action,” released today, finds that organisations remain committed to sustainability despite global uncertainty. In fact, three quarters of them say it is a core future-proofing strategy for their organisations to drive long-term competitiveness, innovation, and resilience.

Leading speciality chemicals manufacturer and flagship company of the Shiva Group of Industries, Shivtek Spechemi Industries Ltd, has appointed Gurpreet Singh as President, Finance and Pankaj Pandey as Head, Human Resources. The appointments mark a significant step to drive financial excellence, fostering organisational agility, and building a resilient growth trajectory that ensures long-term stakeholder confidence.