The World of Ice Cream Expo 2025, being held from 7–9 September at Science City, Ahmedabad, has brought together ice cream makers, suppliers, and industry experts to share new ideas, products, and trends shaping the industry. The Cosmo Plastech stall at Stand A10, Hall A, has already attracted 500+ visitors on Day 1, with them showing strong interest in sustainable and functional packaging formats that meet both consumer expectations and regulatory requirements.

President of India, Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Teachers’ Awards 2025 upon 15 distinguished trainers and master trainers from the skill development ecosystem, alongside teachers from schools and higher education institutions. This marks the third consecutive year that Skill Trainers have been celebrated at this prestigious platform — a powerful recognition that education and skilling are now inseparable pillars of nation-building.

This strategic alliance between ABP Live and Maruti Suzuki marks the beginning of a new era where credible journalism and premium infotainment are seamlessly integrated into the driving experience of millions of Indians. With this initiative, ABP Live becomes the first Indian digital news publisher to be natively integrated into Maruti Suzuki’s in-car infotainment ecosystem, streaming live news in Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi, and more.

The NTT DATA Women’s T20 Cricket Tournament for the Blind 2025 concluded in Bengaluru at the Altiore Sports – The Oval. The initiative was hosted by Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled and the CABI in collaboration with NTT DATA under its CSR program. The NTT DATA T20 National Coaching Camp and tournament seeks to identify and develop a talented pool of players who can proudly represent India at the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind in November 2025.

Granules India Limited, in partnership with the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), S.A.S Nagar, today inaugurated the Dr. Chigurupati Centre of Excellence in Innovative and Sustainable Pharmaceutical Development (CCE-ISPD). This Granules’ CSR initiative aims to empower students and researchers with access to cutting-edge facilities and resources, fostering innovation in eco-friendly solutions for learning pharmaceutical manufacturing.

As the scent of shiuli fills the air and the city hums to the rhythm of the dhaak, Bata India makes way to the festive season with its Brighter Moments Collection, launched just ahead of Durga Puja. The campaign features celebrated Bengali actors Neel Bhattacharya and Darshana Banik. The campaign showcases a vibrant new footwear collection designed to complement every Pujo moment, from morning Pushpanjali to late-night pandal hopping and food walks with families.

Coromandel International Limited inaugurated its 1000th Gromor retail store in Kashti Village, Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra. ‘Apla Gromor’ store represents Coromandel’s deepening engagement with India’s farming community and growing footprint in the region. Coromandel forayed into Rural Retail centres in the year 2007 under “My Gromor” brand and has since grown to become one of the largest rural retail chains in the country.

IIM Raipur continues its legacy of nurturing progressive leadership with its upcoming Management Development Programs (MDPs). With a strong focus on leadership, innovation, digital transformation, and employee well-being, the institute will host 07 programmes under its Executive Education banner. These sessions are designed to equip participants with cutting-edge knowledge, strategic insights, and transformative skills needed in a fast-evolving business landscape.

As floodwaters continue to ravage large parts of Punjab, leaving villages in Ajanala, Fazilka, and Ramdas cut off from electricity and basic essentials, Hartek Foundation announced the donation of 500 solar-powered lights to households struggling in darkness after days of power outages. The distribution is being carried out in partnership with Global Sikhs, whose ground teams are already active in relief operations across the worst-affected districts. 

Cosmo First Limited has selected Snowflake’s AI Data Cloud to build a next-gen centralised data platform by modernising legacy systems, optimising operations, and streamlining data workflows. By choosing Snowflake, the company accelerates its digital transformation journey, making business processes more efficient and enabling various departments across five business units to access real-time insights and make better data-driven decisions.

Rahul Dravid joined the launch celebrations at UNIQLO Orion Mall, Brigade Gateway, Bengaluru, where he participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside UNIQLO India representatives, drawing a crowd of excited customers and fans. Spread across 9,012 square feet on the ground floor of the mall, UNIQLO Orion Mall introduces the brand’s signature LifeWear philosophy to the city. This marks UNIQLO’s 17th store in India and its very first in South India.

Campus Activewear and Kriti Sanon's association marks more than a brand–celebrity partnership—it reflects Campus’ vision to shape the future of the women’s footwear segment in India, building on the strong growth it has witnessed in the past year. Sanon, celebrated for her fearless career choices and ability to effortlessly balance multiple roles, mirrors the spirit of today’s women—dynamic, ambitious, and unapologetically authentic.

Bigg Boss Season 19 has taken off to a flying start on JioHotstar. The launch episode recorded a 2.3x surge in reach and 2.4x higher watch-time compared to last year, while peak concurrency doubled compared to Bigg Boss 18’s launch, underscoring the property’s unmatched scale and audience engagement. This OTT season on JioHotstar, new interactive features such as live chats, polls, along with a 24x7 live feed etc. have further elevated viewer engagement.

Dr. Anil Kumar at Eureka Forbes Ltd. explains, “We often think of home cleaning as a visual exercise, removing dust or stains. But the real health impact comes from addressing the unseen: microbial contamination in water, allergens on surfaces, and airborne pollutants. A once-a-year ritual cannot solve these everyday challenges. Families must adopt year-round practices, supported by technology, to ensure their homes are not just clean, but truly healthy.”

ABP LIVE successfully hosted the Impact Makers Conclave - East Edition in Kolkata, a landmark event celebrating the visionaries and organisations driving transformation in West Bengal. The conclave, held on August 25, at Hyatt Regency Kolkata, brought together eminent thought leaders, cultural icons and innovators, spotlighting the state’s ambition, creativity and resilience. The highlight of the evening was an inspiring keynote address by Devdutt Pattanaik.