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AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB), India’s largest Small Finance Bank, has crossed 1,000 branches under its Microfinance & Financial Inclusion Business (MFIB), strengthening its presence across rural and semi-urban India. The MFIB network now serves more than 20 lakh customers and 58 lakh+ rural savings account holders across 59,000+ villages in 17 states and one Union Territory. The network supports women-led micro-enterprises, agri-allied and livestock-based livelihoods, and small rural businesses. Beyond microfinance, AU SFB’s MFIB network provides access to savings accounts, insurance, Aadhaar-enabled banking services, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), digital payments, financial literacy initiatives and doorstep banking. Uttam Tibrewal,…

Education in Ireland, the national brand representing Ireland’s higher education sector, will host its flagship Education in Ireland Fair on October 11, 2026, from 11 am onwards at Taj MG Bengaluru. The event will bring representatives from 17 leading Irish universities and colleges, along with an official from the Irish Visa Office, enabling students and parents to interact directly with institutions. The fair will cover undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across technology, healthcare, sustainability, business and finance, arts and humanities, and emerging fields. Representatives will also provide insights into academic pathways, research opportunities, industry connections, student life and career prospects. The…

Flipkart has expanded its supply chain network ahead of The Big Billion Days and the festive season, adding 14 million cubic feet of warehousing capacity across the country. The expansion increases storage capacity by 50%, while technology and automation have raised peak processing capacity by more than 30%. Ekart has also added over 900 delivery hubs to strengthen last-mile connectivity and support same-day and next-day deliveries. Its network now includes more than 8,200 facilities, while Flipkart Minutes operates nearly 1,200 micro-fulfilment centres across 150-plus cities. The company has added 750-plus new PIN codes to its delivery network, including Leh, Kargil…

Ultraviolette today announced that its Shockwave motorcycle will be built on the company’s newly developed 100V architecture and is scheduled to launch in Q1 2027. The new architecture is expected to enable stronger power delivery, improved thermal efficiency and faster charging. The Shockwave, also known as FUNDURO, has been developed as a lightweight motorcycle focused on the pure thrill of riding. Inspired by the raw and spirited character of classic two-stroke motorcycles, it represents Ultraviolette’s approach to an engaging riding experience. The company has begun setting up the Shockwave production line at its existing manufacturing facility. Ultraviolette has also confirmed…

Renault India has launched the new Triber 100PS, introducing its Renault Group Entry Platform (RGEP) to the Indian market. Priced from ₹7.84 lakh (ex-showroom), the seven-seater combines a turbocharged engine with Triber’s flexible seating layout and sub-four-metre dimensions. Powered by the TCe 100 engine, the Triber 100PS produces 100 PS and 180 Nm of torque and delivers a certified fuel efficiency of 21 kmpl. Renault has also reworked the engine management, thermal systems, suspension, braking and structural elements to improve performance and driving dynamics. The vehicle retains Triber’s 5-, 6- and 7-seat configurations, along with features such as Easy-Fix third-row…

Tata Power has commissioned a 60-kW DC fast-charging station at True Sai, an authorised Tata Motors showroom at the Salem–Omalur highway junction in Narasothipatti, Tamil Nadu. Located at the intersection of NH 44 and NH 544, the facility provides EV users travelling between Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Kerala, Tiruchirappalli and Madurai with a convenient charging point without requiring a major detour. The station features dual-gun CCS-2 connectors and supports a wide range of compatible passenger and light commercial electric vehicles. Located within an authorised Tata Motors dealership, the facility also provides travellers with access to nearby amenities. The new station is part…

Walmart hosted the Walmart Vriddhi MSME Connect Visakhapatnam 2026 on September 26, in partnership with Ideas to Impact Foundation. The event brought together government representatives, industry bodies and entrepreneurs to discuss digital commerce, access to finance, cross-border trade and market readiness. Walmart’s engagement in Andhra Pradesh extends beyond MSME capability building to sourcing, international eCommerce and farmer-focused initiatives. Shri Kondapalli Srinivas, Minister of MSME & Society for Elimination of Rural Poverty, Government of Andhra Pradesh, said, “Through the Andhra Pradesh MSME and Entrepreneurship Development Policy 2024–29, and initiatives such as ‘One Family, One Entrepreneur’, the government is working to strengthen…

Value-focused e-commerce platform Snapdeal has partnered with YouTube as part of the YouTube Shopping affiliate program in India. The partnership will allow eligible creators to tag and recommend Snapdeal products through YouTube videos, Shorts and livestreams. Creators can browse products available on Snapdeal, tag them in their content and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. Viewers can discover products and move directly from content to purchase, making the shopping experience more seamless. The partnership builds on Snapdeal’s engagement with thousands of creators across India, helping consumers discover fashion and lifestyle products through relatable content. With more than 80% of its orders…

Jio has introduced JioShield, a family safety solution designed to help parents stay connected with their children and elderly family members, both outside the home and online. JioShield is available at ₹1,000 for a year, equivalent to ₹83 per month. As part of Jio’s 10th anniversary offer, customers will receive a ₹1,000 Jio recharge voucher, making the annual subscription effectively free. JioShield offers features including location tracking and safety alerts, SOS alerts, screen-time management, app and contact controls, and low-battery alerts. The service connects the parent and child/elderly member through two linked apps. Parents can use the JioThings app, while…

Karnataka: The Board of Directors of Aequs Limited has approved the preferential issue of up to 2,80,71,690 warrants to Mellwood Trustee Services Private Limited, Trustee of the Melligeri Private Family Foundation and a member of the Promoter Group, for approximately ₹650 crore. Of the total amount, ₹325 crore, or 50 per cent, will be paid upfront on allotment. The balance will be payable when the warrants are converted into equity shares. The warrants can be exercised within 18 months of allotment, with conversion to be completed by December 31, 2027. The issue price of ₹231.55 per warrant is the floor…