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Bengaluru: Nayasa, a leading homeware brand in India, has partnered with Unicommerce to strengthen its e-commerce operations and deliver a faster, more seamless shopping experience nationwide. The collaboration comes amid rising online demand for kitchen and household essentials, as consumers increasingly turn to digital platforms for everyday purchases. With expectations around quicker deliveries, real-time inventory visibility, and hassle-free returns growing sharper, brands are investing in smarter backend systems. According to Unicommerce data from this year’s Valentine’s sale period, the Home and Furniture category saw a 46% year-on-year rise in order volumes and a 29% increase in GMV, highlighting sustained momentum…

Justdial reported a strong financial performance for FY26, with revenue reaching ₹1,213.9 crore, reflecting a 6.3% year-on-year growth. EBITDA rose 6.6% to ₹357.5 crore, while net profit stood at ₹497.0 crore, underscoring robust operational efficiency and profitability. In Q4 FY26, the company posted revenue of ₹307.2 crore, up 6.2% YoY. EBITDA grew to ₹88.8 crore, supported by disciplined cost management and operating leverage, while net profit for the quarter came in at ₹100.0 crore. With a zero-debt balance sheet, Justdial remains well-positioned to invest in future growth initiatives. The company also expanded its merchant ecosystem significantly, with total business listings…

PayU has introduced an AI-powered Outbound Voice Call Assistant, reinforcing its roadmap to become an AI-native organization across the merchant lifecycle. Merchant onboarding has often been complex and time-intensive, involving multiple steps such as documentation, KYC verification, and activation workflows. These challenges frequently lead to delays and drop-offs. Addressing this, PayU’s new voice assistant proactively engages merchant leads—particularly those yet to begin onboarding—through natural, conversational interactions. Currently available in English and Hindi, the AI assistant guides merchants through key onboarding stages while capturing essential business details, including website information, revenue expectations, and business category. This approach enables faster verification, improves…

BirlaNu, a global leader in sustainable building materials, has introduced ‘The Elements Collection’ under its Aerocon portfolio—an advanced range of designer cement boards that seamlessly combine durability with refined aesthetics. Inspired by the natural forces of Earth, Water, and Air, the collection reflects a growing shift in architecture where performance and design are equally valued. Developed through close collaboration with over 200 architects and interior designers, the collection is rooted in a “nature-positive” philosophy. Each design captures organic textures and patterns that go beyond ornamentation, enabling architects to create spaces that feel timeless and grounded. The Elements Collection features nine…

Ather Energy has significantly expanded its retail footprint, crossing 700 Experience Centres (ECs) across India in FY26, nearly doubling from 351 centres a year ago. The addition of over 350 new ECs has strengthened the company’s reach, enabling deeper market penetration and improved accessibility for customers nationwide. This rapid expansion has contributed to Ather’s strong growth trajectory, with its national market share rising to 18.7% in March 2026, according to Vahan data. A key driver of this momentum has been the success of the Ather Rizta, the company’s first family-oriented scooter, which has sold over 2.8 lakh units since launch.…

Mercedes-Benz India reported its highest-ever annual sales, retailing 19,363 vehicles in FY 2025–26, driven by strong demand for its top-end luxury and core segments. The company also posted a solid Q1 2026 performance, selling 5,131 units, marking a 7% year-on-year growth. The growth was largely fueled by the top-end luxury segment, which grew 16% during the fiscal year and contributed 27% to total sales. Models such as the S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach range, EQS SUV, and AMG portfolio continued to witness strong demand, reflecting a clear customer preference for exclusivity and performance. Waiting periods for select models extend up to 12 months,…

Primus Partners has released its latest report, “Housing Horizons 2030,” outlining five structural shifts set to redefine India’s housing landscape amid rapid urbanisation. With nearly 600 million Indians expected to live in cities by 2030 and a housing shortage of around 30 million units, the report stresses the need for a systemic shift rather than incremental improvements. The report highlights digital twins as a critical enabler of simulation-led urban planning, helping reduce construction delays and improve decision-making. It also underscores the growing role of artificial intelligence in housing finance, pricing, and operations, enabling faster approvals and data-driven outcomes. Additionally, fully…

Equinix has launched its fourth International Business Exchange (IBX) data center in Mumbai, MB3, strengthening India’s position as a key digital and interconnection hub. Backed by an initial investment of over $95 million, MB3 is designed to support high-performance workloads, including AI, machine learning, and hybrid multicloud deployments. The facility offers over 1,370 cabinets in its initial phase, with scalability up to 5,475 cabinets, enabling enterprises to expand digital operations efficiently. Strategically located in Mumbai, the data center enhances interconnection with leading cloud providers, networks, and enterprises, supporting India’s rapidly growing digital economy—projected to reach $1 trillion by 2027–28. With…

8B and PayU have entered a strategic partnership to enable UPI and other Indian payment methods across Central Asia, creating a seamless payment experience for Indian travellers. The collaboration integrates PayU’s APIs with 8B’s merchant network spanning Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan, allowing Indian users to pay via UPI, net banking, and debit or credit cards without changing their payment habits. This marks a significant step in building a digital payments bridge between India and Central Asia, aligning with the rapid growth in tourism and trade between the regions. India’s outbound travel market continues to expand, with Central Asia emerging as…

Yuma Energy has partnered with Quantum Energy to enable battery swapping for the Quantum Bziness electric scooter, aimed at high-usage commercial and last-mile mobility segments. This collaboration addresses a key barrier in EV adoption—charging downtime—by integrating Yuma’s battery-as-a-service (BaaS) ecosystem with Quantum’s vehicle platform. The solution allows riders to swap depleted batteries with fully charged ones in minutes, delivering refuelling-like convenience. With a claimed 99.9% network uptime and rapid swap capability, the partnership ensures higher vehicle availability and uninterrupted operations for businesses and gig workers. The Quantum Bziness is specifically designed for commercial applications where efficiency and reliability are critical.…