Author: Faisal Mahmood

On World Heart Day, Universal Sompo General Insurance highlighted a sustained rise in cardiac claims from non-metro locations over the past three financial years. Claims from Tier 2 cities have more than doubled during this period, while Tier 3 cities continue to account for a significant share of the insurer’s cardiac claims outside the metros.   Universal Sompo General Insurance   Cardiac care in India is increasingly extending beyond the country’s metropolitan centres, with nearly seven in ten cardiac claims received by Universal Sompo General Insurance originating from non-metro locations. The insurer’s claims experience highlights the changing geography of cardiac…

The Indian Foundation for Quality Management (IFQM), established by a consortium of India’s leading enterprises, will host the third edition of its annual two-day IFQM Symposium, focusing on how Quality & Innovation can make India globally competitive. The event is to be held in New Delhi on October 5–6, 2026, under the central theme “Quality, Innovation and Excellence as India’s Force Multiplier”.   IFQM (Indian Foundation for Quality Management) 2026   Instituted in September 2023, IFQM is an industry-led movement committed to catalysing Indian organisations to become globally competitive and export-capable through Quality, Innovation, and Excellence. Over the years, the…

Percept Live has announced the launch of ‘Aaj Ka Scene’, its newest original Intellectual Property celebrating the energy, creativity and culture of hip-hop. The debut edition of this new youth-focused property will take place on 31 October and 1 November 2026 at Phoenix Marketcity at Kurla, Mumbai, bringing together established artists, emerging talent and the next generation of hip-hop creators on one dynamic platform.   Percept Live’s ‘Aaj Ka Scene’ Early Bird Tickets are Live   Designed as more than a music festival, Aaj Ka Scene is a bespoke cultural IP that brings together the many dimensions of hip-hop –…

Hatsun Agro Product Ltd. (HAPL), the largest private sector Dairy in India, has launched ‘Go-Dhan’, a flagship initiative aimed at empowering dairy farmers across Odisha by improving access to financial support, government schemes, modern dairy practices and technology.   Hatsun Agro Product Ltd. Partners With Government of Odisha and State Bank of India to Launch ‘Go-Dhan’ to Empower Dairy Farmers   The initiative was formally launched at a ceremony held at the OUAT Auditorium, Bhubaneswar, in the presence of distinguished representatives from the Government of Odisha, banking and the dairy sector, including Sri Prem Chand Chaudhary, Secretary, Department of Fisheries…

Cardiological Society of India has reported roughly a 30% increase in cardiac arrests over last 10 years. On World Heart Day, Volkswagen Group Digital Solutions India announced the successful completion of Mission Prafulla, an organization-wide initiative aimed at training 100% of its 4,500+ employees in Basic Life Support (BLS), including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and the use of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). This is a culmination of several hours of training over the last one and half years.   As awareness around cardiac emergencies and the importance of timely intervention continues to grow in India, the initiative reflects the organization’s belief…

Oriflame, the Swedish holistic beauty and wellbeing brand, is targeting India to become its largest market globally by 2030, with the country expected to contribute one in every four euros of the company’s global revenue, up from around one in every ten euros today. As part of this ambition, the company plans to add 10 lakh new Beauty Entrepreneurs by 2030, further expanding its direct-selling network across the country.   Left Kenneth Benaim Campbell, Right Orkun Gul The ambition marks a significant expansion in the role India is expected to play in Oriflame’s global business. The company plans to build…

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide,1 But healthy dietary practices are known to help prevent and treat heart disease. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends including four and a half or more cups of fruits and vegetables daily, two or more servings of fish per week, fiber-rich whole grains, and four or more servings a week of nuts, legumes and seeds to help lower one’s risk of heart disease.2 Adding walnuts is an easy and delicious way to make meals more heart healthy.3 In fact, AHA has even certified walnuts as a heart-healthy food through its “Heart-Check…

The Bajaj Finance Personal Loan offers repayment tenures ranging from 12 to 108 months for loan amounts between Rs. 40,000 and Rs. 55 lakh. The applicable interest rate ranges from 10% to 30.5% per annum.   Bajaj Finance Personal Loan   The selected tenure can affect the monthly EMI and total interest payable. Borrowers can use a personal loan EMI calculator to compare repayment periods before deciding on a loan structure.   How does personal loan tenure affect monthly EMI? Loan tenure determines the period over which the borrowed amount is repaid. A longer tenure spreads the repayment across more…

Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., India’s leading packaged drinking water company, has announced a partnership with Racing Promotion Private Limited (RPPL), becoming the Official Hydration Partner of F4 and the Indian Racing League (IRL). Covering six rounds of F4 and four rounds of IRL, the association marks Bisleri’s entry into India’s growing motorsport ecosystem, connecting the brand with high-performance racing, speed, endurance and precision.   Bisleri International becomes Official Hydration Partner of F4 and the Indian Racing League   As part of the partnership, Bisleri will bring its hydration proposition to the race-day experience through on-ground hydration support, product integration, brand…

The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has completed the election process for the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) Governing Council, with Mr. S. Dinesh Kumar and Mr. V. V. Sankapani elected unopposed to the two positions. Mr. Dinesh Kumar has been appointed Chairman of the TNPL Governing Council following the TNCA Annual General Meeting held on September 27, 2026.   S Dinesh Kumar, Chairman, TNPL   The TNCA’s General Elections for the 2025–2028 term were held in November 2025, with the association’s key office-bearer positions decided through that process. At the time, the TNPL Governing Council continued to be constituted…