Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia are beginning to impact India’s beverage industry, with leading bottler SLMG Beverages warning of potential price hikes if escalating packaging costs persist.The company, which is the largest bottling partner of Coca-Cola in India, has flagged a steady increase in the cost of essential packaging materials such as plastic bottles,…
India may soon resume imports of Iranian crude following a temporary sanctions waiver by the United States, but uncertainty over supply availability and geopolitical tensions continues to cloud the outlook.Amid rising global oil prices triggered by the ongoing tensions involving Iran, the US has allowed the sale of Iranian oil currently stranded at sea. The…
President Donald Trump announced on Friday, March 20, 2026, that the United States is considering “winding down” its military operations against Iran, suggesting that the core objectives of the three-week-old campaign are close to being met. This pivot toward de-escalation follows a volatile week marked by high-stakes strikes on regional energy infrastructure, specifically the massive…
India’s leading e-commerce platform Flipkart has announced a key leadership transition, with Group Chief Financial Officer Sriram Venkataraman stepping down from his role.According to a company statement, Venkataraman will remain with the organization for a transitional period to ensure continuity and a smooth handover of responsibilities. During this interim phase, Ravi Iyer will oversee the…
Popular YouTuber and Big Brother OTT winner Elvish Yadav has stirred a fresh debate on social media and legal circles following his recent acquittal by the court in a high-profile case. Stepping out as a free man, Yadav did not just celebrate his victory but raised a poignant and uncomfortable question regarding the Indian legal…
Godrej Properties Limited has acquired a 20-acre land parcel in Whitefield, marking a significant expansion in one of India’s fastest-growing real estate markets. The company plans to develop a premium residential project on the site, with an estimated revenue potential of around ₹1,350 crore.The project is strategically located near NH-648 in East Bengaluru, a region…
The tech world’s brief fascination with tri-fold smartphones appears to be reaching an abrupt end, as Samsung—the pioneer of the foldable market—has subtly confirmed a strategic pivot away from the complex form factor. Despite earlier industry buzz suggesting that “Z-fold” or “S-fold” devices would be the next logical step in mobile evolution, recent supply chain…
Bajaj General Insurance Limited on Tuesday announced the launch of ‘Eco Assure’ for commercial vehicles, a new add-on cover aimed at helping vehicle owners manage rising repair costs while ensuring minimal operational disruption. The insurer said commercial vehicles are central to India’s logistics and mobility ecosystem, but increasing maintenance expenses often burden operators. Eco Assure…
The global fashion spotlight shifted back to Priyanka Chopra Jonas as she made a breathtaking appearance at a high-profile Oscars after-party, wearing a daring and sophisticated backless gown that instantly became the talk of the town. Known for her impeccable sense of style and ability to dominate international red carpets, Priyanka’s latest look combined old-school…
The Air India group continued its flight operations between India and West Asia over the weekend, operating a total of 80 scheduled and non-scheduled flights in the region. The operations were carried out by both Air India and Air India Express, ensuring connectivity for passengers traveling to and from key destinations in the Gulf region.According…
