Author: Arjun Singh

Seven teams to represent 28 states and 8 Union Territories; smartphone-led talent hunt to discover 140 cricketers and 30 singers, with free-to-air access across Waves OTT and DoordarshanChannels New Delhi, 08 October 2026: In a first-of-its-kind rural initiative at a national scale, In-Dot Sports Pvt. Ltd. and Prasar Bharati today announced the launch of the Kisan Cricket League (KCL), a nationwide sports and entertainment platform designed to create a unique opportunity through an organized pathway for cricket and singing talent from rural and semi-urban India to reach the global stage. Built around the vision “Khelega Bharat, Dekhega India,” KCL will…

Sundeep Bhutoria inaugurates India National Stand at Frankfurt Book Fair 2026 with Deepak Bansal, Yuvraj Malik, Claudia Kaiser, Kumar Vikram, H K Mishra, Varun Gulati Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 8: Kolkata-based culturist Sundeep Bhutoria, Managing Trustee of the Prabha Khaitan Foundation, inaugurated the India National Stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair (Frankfurter Buchmesse) 2026 as Guest of Honour. The opening marks India’s formal presence at one of the world’s most significant international gatherings of publishers, authors, translators and literary professionals. Mr Bhutoria performed the high-profile inauguration with the ceremonial untying of the ribbon along with Deepak Bansal, IFS, Consul…

New Delhi [India], October 8: A few years ago, there was a fairly predictable answer to the question: “What jewellery are you wearing for Navratri?” Something traditional. This year, that answer is getting harder to predict. A woman might wear a heavily embroidered chaniya choli with nothing more than a pair of diamond studs. Someone else might pair a contemporary necklace with a traditional outfit. Another might skip the elaborate jewellery altogether and choose one statement piece that becomes the centre of the entire look. The interesting part? Traditional jewellery isn’t disappearing. What is changing is the reason people are…

New Delhi [India], October 8: As World Osteoporosis Day is observed on October 20, attention turns to the importance of maintaining healthy bones through everyday nutrition and lifestyle choices. Bone health is an important part of overall well-being, and making mindful food choices can help support the body’s nutritional needs at every stage of life. Chilean Prunes are gaining recognition as a naturally nutritious addition to everyday diets, with research highlighting their potential role in supporting bone health. Prunes contain important nutrients and bioactive compounds, including vitamin K, potassium, boron, and polyphenols, which contribute to overall nutritional wellness. Their naturally…

Amit Kumar Agarwal, CEO and Co-founder of NoBroker.’ Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 8: For years, hiring packers & movers in India came with a small but familiar fear. You would agree to a quote of 25,000 rupees, only to be handed a bill of  35,000 rupees on a moving day. Extra charges for packing material, extra charges for stairs, extra charges for a delay you never asked for. There was no one to question and no paper to point to. This was not the exception. For a large part of India’s packers and movers industry, this was simply how business…

New Delhi [India], October 8: Kaapi Machines has launched Kaapi One, a digital platform designed to make the coffee equipment journey simpler, more connected and transparent for customers. The platform brings together service, equipment information, orders, learning and support, giving coffee businesses a more streamlined way to manage their relationship with their equipment. As India’s coffee ecosystem continues to evolve, equipment ownership increasingly goes beyond the initial purchase and installation. Timely service, maintenance, access to information and ongoing technical support are all integral to keeping coffee operations running smoothly. Kaapi One brings these interactions together on a single platform, making…

New Delhi [India], October 8: Offering travellers exclusive rewards and added benefits on villa bookings. Positioned as India’s Biggest Villa Festival, TGEF gives guests access to exciting benefits including special privileges, complimentary stays, meals and curated experiences across participating ELIVAAS villas and holiday homes. Repeat customers can enjoy additional exclusive benefits, including complimentary meals and up to 40% off, making their next ELIVAAS getaway even more rewarding. Adding to the festive experience is the Villa Fest Surprise, an interactive spin-or-scratch experience that gives eligible guests an opportunity to unlock exciting rewards with their booking. Rewards can include EliCash, complimentary experiences,…

Baazar Style Retail Limited Continued To Strengthen Its Retail Platform During Quarter And Half Year Ended September 30, 2026 Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 8: Baazar Style Retail Limited (BSRL), one of the leading value fashion retailers in Eastern India, continued to strengthen its retail platform during Quarter and Half Year ended September 30, 2026, with sustained expansion across key markets, increasing consumer reach and continued investments in brand visibility and operating capabilities. Key Highlights: H1 FY27 Revenue from Operations grew 6% YoY to ₹9,645 Mn, reflecting continued growth in the business despite the shift in festive demand (Durga Puja)…

New Delhi [India], October 8: Garmin has received the ‘Most Advanced Health Monitoring Smartwatch’ award from Amazon India at its Best in Tech Awards 2026 (BITA 2026), held on September 18, 2026. The recognition highlights the health, fitness and performance monitoring capabilities offered by Garmin smartwatches, which provide users with data related to areas such as activity, training and daily health. Garmin has been developing health and fitness monitoring technologies, including sensors and algorithms, across its smartwatch portfolio. The award comes as the Indian smartwatch market faces a period of contraction. According to IDC’s India Wearable Market Report for Q2…

Two Strategic Pet-Care Deals, Premium Wellness Launches, Capacity Expansion & Bonus Issue Position Company for the Next Leg of Growth Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 8: Fredun Pharmaceuticals Limited (BSE: 539730) is rapidly transforming from a conventional manufacturing-led pharmaceutical company into a brand-led healthcare platform, with H1 FY27 marking a decisive phase of expansion across pet healthcare, premium wellness, specialty therapeutics, domestic generics and global markets. The Company’s H1 FY27 strategy is built around multiple high-growth engines, including strategic investments in the pet-care ecosystem, the launch of premium wellness brands, significant manufacturing capacity expansion and a planned transition towards a 100%…