Author: Faisal Mahmood

Union (Mauritius) Holdings Ltd., owned and promoted by Dr. Azad Moopen and family, has acquired 46.09 lakh equity shares of Aster DM Quality Care Limited, representing approximately ~0.57% of the company’s paid-up equity share capital, from TPG-backed Centella Mauritius Holdings Limited. With the recent purchase of additional stake, the Moopen family now has increased shareholding in Aster DM Quality Care Ltd. to ~24.58%.   Dr. Azad Moopen, Founder and Executive Chairman, Aster DM Quality Care Ltd.   The shares were acquired on September 2, 2026, at a price of Rs. 760 per share, for an aggregate consideration of approximately Rs.…

Nagomi from House of Oaksmith has been awarded Gold Medal for Worldwide Spirits at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) 2026, one of the world’s most respected spirits competitions, marking a significant global milestone for Oaksmith®, India’s pioneering international blended spirits brand. The ISC is recognised globally for its blind-tasting evaluation process conducted by leading industry experts and spirits specialists.   Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of Nagomi, which represents harmony and balance, this premium expression brings together aged blends, smooth American-crafted blends and refined Japanese blending expertise. The result is a spirit that delivers layered richness, remarkable smoothness and a balanced flavour…

Medical expenses can arise even when hospitalisation is not needed. Doctor consultations, prescribed medicines, diagnostic tests, and routine check-ups can create recurring costs throughout the year. These expenses can be easy to overlook when choosing health insurance, yet they may affect your healthcare budget.   Understanding outpatient benefits can help you assess what your policy provides beyond hospital treatment. Outpatient Department (OPD) refers to medical care received without hospitalisation. An OPD cover in health insurance can help cover eligible outpatient expenses.   OPD Cover in Health Insurance: Understanding What Your Policy Covers   Let’s understand its benefits, coverage, and claims…

We all have that one teacher or perhaps a few we remember long after leaving school. The teacher who encouraged us, believed in us, challenged us, or simply saw something in us before we saw it ourselves.   Shree Niketan Schools’ #CallYourTeacher campaign invites people to call the teachers who shaped their lives and share the memories that still stay with them   We often think about them. We speak about them. But how often do we actually speak to them?   This Teachers’ Day, Shree Niketan Schools is encouraging people to change that with a simple call.   Through…

New term insurance offering exclusively for salaried and self-employed customers Features a 12% first-year premium discount, Lowest Price Guarantee and health management services worth up to Rs 53,000 annually Comes with inbuilt Terminal Illness cover and a 99.82% Claim Settlement Ratio Offers 0% GST on term insurance, as applicable under prevailing tax regulations   Ageas Federal Life Insurance, one of India’s leading and fastest-growing private life insurers, today announced the launch of its flagship term insurance product, Super Protect Plus Plan, on Policybazaar, India’s largest online insurance platform, introducing a focused term insurance offering exclusively for salaried and self-employed customers.…

ONLY India introduces its Autumn 2026 Denim Campaign featuring Indian cricket star Smriti Mandhana, bringing together the brand’s signature denim aesthetic with one of India’s most inspiring sporting icons.   ONLY X Smriti Mandhana   For ONLY, denim has always been more than a wardrobe essential. It is a language of confidence, individuality and self-expression for young women. Smriti Mandhana embodies the spirit of the ONLY girl effortlessly. As one of India’s most celebrated athletes and role models, she represents a generation that is ambitious, self-assured and unafraid to define their own path. Her natural approach to style extends far…

Karnataka has unveiled a 10-year roadmap to scale its installed power capacity from over 39 GW currently to 66 GW by 2030, with the future expansion set to remain overwhelmingly focused on clean energy, Additional Chief Secretary, Energy Department, Government of Karnataka, Shri Gaurav Gupta, said at the Bharat Electricity Indian Utility Week 2026 summit.    Shri Gaurav Gupta, ACS (Energy) along with Smt. Divya Prabhu GRJ, MD, KREDL inaugurates the Karnataka Pavilion at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026   Addressing the Focus State Session for Karnataka during Bharat Electricity and Indian Utility Week 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, Shri Gupta…

Esri India, the market leader in Geographic Information System (GIS) software, location intelligence, and mapping solutions in India, today announced the launch of GeoSARAL, a Linux-based desktop GIS software.   Agendra Kumar, MD, Esri India Launches GeoSARAL, an Indigenous GIS Software   With sustained investments in technology, talent, and innovation over the years, localization has been a key focus for Esri India. The intent is to develop solutions that address the requirements arising from the rapid adoption of geospatial technologies in India. GeoSARAL is a result of this continued focus and efforts by the Esri India team.   Professional GIS…

Red Hat, the world’s leading provider of open source solutions, today announced the winners of the Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2026 for India. This year, Red Hat recognises Adani Airport Holdings Limited, Bharti Airtel Ltd, Department of Information Technology & Communication (DoIT&C), Government of Rajasthan, and Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), Ministry Of Railways for their leadership through open source, demonstrating how open source technologies help organisations navigate complexity, modernise operations, and deliver sustainable growth.   Red Hat Summit Connect As organisations across Asia Pacific embrace AI, hybrid cloud, automation, and cloud-native technologies, managing complexity has become…

CreditAccess Grameen Limited (NSE: CREDITACC, BSE: 541770, ‘CA Grameen’ or the ‘Company’), India’s leading rural focused inclusive financing platform, has successfully raised INR 300 crore in September 2026 through private placement of non-convertible debentures (NCDs). The issue launched was fully subscribed and bilaterally placed with Barclays Bank PLC, a qualified institutional buyer. The Company continues to tap the private placement NCD route to fund the growth of its lifecycle credit suite for low-middle income households across rural and semi-urban India. The NCDs are senior, secured, rated, listed, and redeemable in nature.    The NCDs were issued in two tranches –…