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Uber has introduced a new set of safety features, including Record My Ride and Ambulance Assistance, as part of its efforts to strengthen safety and emergency support for riders and drivers. Record My Ride allows drivers to securely record encrypted in-cab video during trips using their phones through the Uber app. The recordings remain encrypted and can only be accessed when a driver chooses to submit them as part of a safety report. Uber has also partnered with medical logistics provider Dial 4242 to offer Ambulance Assistance. Available through Uber’s 24×7 Safety Line, the feature enables riders and drivers to…

ToneTag has launched eKosha, a voice-first business assistant designed to help banks deliver everyday banking services directly to merchants through existing payment acceptance devices. Built for India’s 80 million-plus MSMEs, the solution combines payments, banking and AI to enable seamless merchant engagement without requiring additional infrastructure. Powered by ToneTag’s proprietary analog Edge AI and Small Action Language Model (SALM), eKosha enables merchants to access banking services, personalised credit offers, business insights, government schemes and customer support through natural voice conversations in their preferred language. The device supports UPI, UPI 123Pay and CBDC payments while functioning as an always-on banking touchpoint,…

Tata AIA Life Insurance has introduced Sampoorna Care – Cancer and Sampoorna Care – Cancer Fund, two solutions designed to help families manage the financial impact of a cancer diagnosis through income replacement, flexible payouts and long-term savings support. The launch comes at a time when cancer continues to affect millions of Indian families, disrupting incomes alongside treatment. Based on consumer research, Tata AIA found that many customers preferred regular income over a one-time payout, highlighting the need for financial support that extends beyond hospital expenses. Sampoorna Care – Cancer offers cover of up to ₹50 lakh with flexible payout…

Hexaware Technologies, a global provider of IT solutions and services, has introduced Tensai® for Reasoning Ops, the first generally available offering under its Tensai® Agentic ITOps platform. The solution is designed to help enterprises shift from reactive IT support to preventive, intelligence-driven operations. Unlike conventional automation that relies on predefined scripts, Tensai® for Reasoning Ops continuously analyses live operational signals alongside enterprise data such as observability, CMDB, topology, change records and dependencies. It generates evidence-backed recommendations that are reviewed and validated by IT teams before execution, ensuring governance and policy compliance. The platform is built on four principles—evidence-based reasoning, policy-aware…

Axis Mutual Fund has launched Axis Account Plus, a digital working capital management solution designed to help corporates and MSMEs efficiently manage surplus business funds. The platform enables businesses to invest idle cash in eligible Axis Mutual Fund debt and liquid schemes through a fully digital process, while offering enhanced governance, operational controls and transaction convenience. The launch comes as businesses increasingly seek better ways to utilise surplus cash that remains idle between payment cycles and operational requirements. With an estimated ₹25 lakh crore parked in current accounts and more than 8.6 crore MSMEs registered on the Government of India’s…

Unimech Aerospace and Manufacturing Limited has entered into a long-term supply agreement with FACC Operations GmbH, Austria, a leading Tier-1 aerospace supplier and strategic partner to global aircraft manufacturers. Under the agreement, Unimech will manufacture and supply precision-engineered aerospace components and flying parts for FACC’s global programmes. The contract was awarded following a competitive international sourcing process involving suppliers from multiple countries. The partnership is the outcome of a multi-year engagement that included detailed technical evaluations, manufacturing capability assessments, quality audits and commercial discussions. The selection highlights Unimech’s ability to meet the stringent quality, engineering and delivery standards required by…

Mercedes-Benz has announced the India leg of its global ‘140 Years. 140 Places.’ expedition, marking 140 years since Carl Benz patented the world’s first automobile. The transcontinental drive, featuring three Mercedes-Benz S-Class luxury sedans, celebrates the brand’s pioneering legacy while showcasing the cultures, landscapes and communities that have shaped its journey across the world. Having travelled over 60,000 kilometres through more than 55 countries across six continents, the three S-Class vehicles—named Gottlieb, Carl and Bertha—will now embark on a cross-country journey through India. The expedition will explore destinations that reflect the country’s cultural heritage, architectural richness, technological progress and geographical…

SonicWall has released its 2026 Healthcare Protect Brief, revealing that the healthcare sector continues to face the highest level of cyber threats despite an overall decline in attacks across most industries. Based on data collected from more than one million security sensors worldwide, the report shows that healthcare remains the most consistently targeted vertical. According to the study, cyberattacks on healthcare declined by just 17% year-on-year, the smallest reduction among all sectors analysed. The report also recorded 13.3 million attempts to exploit remote desktop services, 243 unique attack signatures targeting connected medical devices and activity from ten ransomware groups—the highest…

NEWME, India’s fast-growing Gen Z fashion-tech brand, has expanded its retail presence in Bengaluru with the launch of a new store in Kammanahalli and announced plans to open another outlet in Koramangala next month. With the upcoming launch, the brand will operate seven stores across the city, reinforcing Bengaluru’s position as one of its largest retail markets. The newly opened Kammanahalli store spans nearly 2,000 sq. ft. across two floors, while the Koramangala outlet will cover around 1,200 sq. ft. Both locations have been selected to bring NEWME’s technology-enabled shopping experience and trend-focused collections closer to young consumers in some…

Vande Bharatam, the nationwide initiative launched by Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, to identify and support grassroots innovators and entrepreneurs, has announced actor, television host and entrepreneur Rajeev Khandelwal as its Ambassador and Host. In this role, Khandelwal will lead the programme’s public outreach while hosting key stages of the initiative, including interactions with shortlisted innovators, mentors and industry leaders. He will also anchor the Grand Finale in Ahmedabad, scheduled around Independence Day. Known for his work across television, films and digital entertainment, Khandelwal has built a strong connection with audiences over the years. His experience as a…