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Some of the best moments are found in everyday experiences—bringing family together for a movie night, listening to music on a weekend drive, enjoying some quiet time after a busy week, or capturing memories during a short getaway. As entertainment and the way we document experiences continue to evolve, the right technology can make these moments more enjoyable. From home entertainment and personal audio to portable speakers and creator-focused cameras, Sony has a range of devices designed for different occasions. Here are some gadgets to consider for your next family gathering, weekend plan or everyday escape. BRAVIA 7 II: For…
13th edition brings together 500+ exhibitors from 30+ countries to showcase environmental technologies The 13th edition of IFAT India, India’s leading trade fair for water, wastewater, solid waste management and recycling solutions, opened today at the Bombay Exhibition Centre (NESCO), Mumbai. The three-day event brings together government representatives, municipal leaders, industry experts, technology providers and international organisations to discuss India’s priorities across water security, sanitation, wastewater treatment, waste management, recycling and circular resource management. Bhupinder Singh, President IMEA, Messe München GmbH, and CEO, Messe Muenchen India, said, “India’s environmental infrastructure needs solutions that can perform reliably at scale. IFAT India…
While nearly half of India’s population is covered by a health insurance or financing scheme, many families remain underinsured, with existing cover often falling short of the cost of serious medical treatment. Care Health Insurance highlights the need for families to regularly review their health insurance as medical costs continue to rise. According to Union Health Ministry estimates, households continue to fund 43.4% of India’s total health expenditure out of pocket. National health assessments also indicate that out-of-pocket spending remains a significant component of hospitalisation costs, underscoring the gap between having insurance and having adequate financial protection. A ₹2–5 lakh…
UPI ‘Tap & Pay’ enables faster POS payments, while MyUPI brings AI-powered support, safety and control to users Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shri Sanjay Malhotra today announced two new UPI capabilities at Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026 — UPI ‘Tap & Pay’ on Point-of-Sale (POS) terminals and MyUPI, an AI-powered customer support platform built on NPCI’s Small Language Model, FiMI. The launch took place in the presence of Shri Ajay Kumar Choudhary, Non-Executive Chairman and Independent Director, NPCI, along with senior bankers, fintech founders and other industry participants. UPI ‘Tap & Pay’ allows users to make payments by…
71% of respondents are preparing for a ‘Disciplined Consolidation’ scenario amid tighter capital and industry consolidation India’s fintech industry expects rapid AI adoption over the next few years, even as financial returns from current AI investments remain limited, according to PwC India’s latest report, ‘Fit for Future: FinTech 2030’. As many as 84% of respondents said they have yet to see measurable AI-driven results in their financial statements. Despite this, fintech leaders continue to prioritise AI, with 48% identifying proprietary intelligence as their top strategic bet. Customer experience is expected to be the leading driver of AI agent adoption over…
GEML records 2,645 registrations in September 2026, takes No. 5 position with 4.6% market share Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) has entered India’s Top 5 electric two-wheeler manufacturers, recording 2,645 registrations between September 1 and 9, 2026, according to VAHAN data. GEML secured a 4.6% market share, moving to No. 5 and surpassing Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 registrations and a 4.5% share during the same period. GEML’s volumes grew 66% month-on-month from 1,597 units in August, significantly ahead of the overall E2W market, which grew 33% to 57,505 units during the comparable period. The company also gained 0.9 percentage points…
New facility will manufacture Tesseract and support Ultraviolette’s future product portfolio Ultraviolette today announced the BIGGA (Big Global Ambition) Factory, a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at SIPCOT Industrial Park, Shoolagiri, Hosur, Tamil Nadu. The facility will expand the company’s manufacturing footprint and support its next phase of growth in India and international markets. The BIGGA Factory will manufacture Ultraviolette’s highly anticipated Tesseract electric scooter and future products across Sports, Crossover, Cruiser, Street and Scooter segments. Production capacity will be scaled to 250,000 vehicles annually in phases, with infrastructure designed to support up to 500,000 vehicles a year. The expansion is…
Wizz Financial today unveiled the Wizz Financial App at Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026, bringing remittances, foreign exchange, payments and other financial services together on one digital platform. The app combines Wizz Financial’s technology capabilities with its India network of more than 360 branches across 22 states, serving over 5 million customers. Customers can access inward and outward remittances, foreign exchange, multi-currency prepaid cards, lending solutions, UPI for global users to India, bill payments, mobile recharges, and travel and visa services. The platform is powered by SWITCH, Wizz Financial’s proprietary interoperability infrastructure connecting its applications across the US, UAE and…
Aarthi Scans and Labs, India’s largest integrated diagnostics provider, has announced an initiative to offer free MRI scans to genuinely deserving patients from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, furthering its commitment to making quality diagnostic healthcare accessible. Under the initiative, eligible patients can avail themselves of a free MRI scan at select centres in Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Mumbai. The facility is intended for patients who require an MRI but are unable to afford the cost. Patients can access the facility with a referral note and government referral slip from a government medical college hospital doctor, a letter from an NGO confirming…
A cup of tea, a smartphone, clothes or a car rarely make us think about the complex journeys behind them. DP World’s new brand film, featuring Global Ambassador Sachin Tendulkar, brings this unseen world of logistics into focus. Bringing to life DP World’s message, ‘We move the world to change what’s possible’, the film follows goods from origin to destination, highlighting the people, technology and infrastructure that enable global trade. Hemant Kumar Ruia, Country Manager – India, DP World, said, “Logistics may operate behind the scenes, but it plays a vital role in keeping everyday life moving. This film brings…