Business

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 30: The Indian laundry and dry-cleaning industry is experiencing a gradual yet powerful transformation at the same time. Even though metro cities have always been the center of attention in discussions about organized laundry services, a new growth story is now taking place in Tier-II and Tier-III urban towns. The demand for professional laundry solutions is rising due to factors like higher disposable incomes, new lifestyles, and more awareness of hygiene—all these factors push the demand for laundry services beyond the big cities. Organised laundry brands are now quickly coming in to wash the clothes of the people living in the urban towns—previously, these towns were relying on traditional washermen or informal setups. These towns are experiencing...

New Delhi [India], December 30: In a landmark convergence of high-level diplomacy and grassroots entrepreneurship, the World Association for Small and Medium Enterprises (WASME), a United Nations observer and consultative status organisation, successfully concluded the International Conference on Small and Medium Enterprises (ICSME 2025) in association with Heylin Spark, the official PR and Marketing Partner. Held at the prestigious NBCC Commercial Towers, the summit positioned MSMEs as the central force behind India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision and the transition toward a sustainable, net-zero global economy. Organised with strategic communications support from Heylin Spark, widely regarded as one of the best PR companies in India and a top PR agency for corporate and global platforms, the...

New Delhi / Jaipur, December 30: As Travel & Tourism continues to reinforce its position as one of the world’s most powerful job-creating sectors, Satguru Travel stands out as a people-first organisation where employee well-being directly drives sustainable growth and superior customer experiences. As a leading travel company, this Dubai-headquartered Satguru travel group follows and complies with the respective country HR frameworks, labour laws and employee guidelines in every market it operates in, ensuring ethical practices and regulatory compliance. Satguru Travel today employs a global workforce of approximately 2,500 professionals. The company has over 50% of its workforce based in Africa, while the remaining workforce works across Asia, Europe and the Americas offices, making t...

Shraddha Kapoor’s ‘Me Time = Rich Marie Time’: Bisk Farm’s Heartwarming Chai Break CampaignNew Delhi [India], December 30: Bisk Farm, one of India’s most loved and homegrown biscuit brands, celebrates 25 years of its rich legacy by joining hands with the Superstar of Bollywood Shraddha Kapoor as the brand ambassador. The association marks a significant milestone in the brand’s journey, symbolising freshness, trust and contemporary appeal — values synonymous with both Bisk Farm and Shraddha Kapoor. Known for her charm, versatility, and strong connection with audiences across age groups, Shraddha Kapoor embodies the perfect blend of tradition and modernity, much like the brand’s ethos. The film shows Shraddha Kapoor enjoying her “me time” which helps her express her best creative self,...

New Delhi [India], December 30: Divya Rathore Singh—premedical researcher, master’s graduate, and dedicated community advocate—has been crowned Miss Bharat USA, a title she embraces with profound honor, responsibility, and purpose. Born and raised in Fairfax, Virginia, Divya proudly represents the United States while staying deeply rooted in Indian cultural values, strength, and authenticity. Her inspiring journey to the national crown began with earning the title of Miss Bharat Virginia, a defining milestone that paved the way for her national success. Alongside this achievement, she was also honored with the Miss Bharat Worldwide Popular title, a special recognition reflecting her strong public connection and widespread support. Driven by a lifelong commitment to service, Divya believes ...

Nashik (Maharashtra) [India], December 30: Cupid Limited has received approval from its Board of Directors to set up a new FMCG manufacturing facility in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This will be the company’s first manufacturing plant outside India, marking an important milestone in its international expansion journey. The proposed facility is aimed at supporting Cupid Limited’s FMCG growth strategy and strengthening its presence in overseas markets, beginning with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The plant is expected to enhance regional supply capabilities, improve speed to market, and ensure better product availability across KSA and other GCC countries. The project is proposed to be funded through the company’s internal accruals and will be taken forward after completi...

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 30: Praveg Limited is pleased to announce the execution of a strategic inventory agreement with Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India Limited (MHRIL) for its upcoming premium island hospitality project, Praveg Atoll, Lakshadweep – Thinnakkara, which is expected to be operational shortly. The agreement is for a period of three (3) years and represents a significant step in Praveg’s expansion into India’s exclusive island tourism segment. Under the terms of the agreement, MHRIL will secure an inventory of 25 rooms on a floating basis at Praveg Atoll, Lakshadweep – Thinnakkara. This collaboration combines Praveg’s expertise in eco-responsible luxury hospitality with MHRIL’s strong brand presence and extensive holiday member base, with the shared objective...

Indunath Chaudhary, Nilesh Pathak and Sanjay Tripathy, Founders of BRISKPE Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 30: BRISKPE, the Prosus-backed cross-border payments platform, today announced it has received the Reserve Bank of India’s final authorisation to operate as a Payment Aggregator-Cross Border (PA-CB) under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, enabling it to facilitate both inward and outward payment flows within the RBI’s PA-CB regulatory framework. With this approval, BRISKPE becomes one of India’s youngest fintechs specialising in cross-border payments to receive PA-CB authorisation within a short timeframe. The authorisation covers both inward and outward flows, reinforcing BRISKPE’s position as a compliant, end-to-end cross-border payments infrastructure partner for...

Gro‑Med selected for Forbes DGEMS 2025 Madurai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 30: Gro-Med, the flagship brand of Vaighai Agro, is featured in the Forbes India DGEMS 2025 Select 200 for its leadership in sustainable soilless farming solutions and global impact on modern horticulture. Under the strategic leadership of Neethi Mohan, Chairman of Vaighai Agro, and Dhanasekaran, Vice Chairman, Vaighai has grown into world’s leading producer & exporter of coco coir substrates. Combining over four decades of agro‑industry expertise with innovation and quality excellence. The Madurai‑headquartered company supports growers in 75+ countries with high‑performance soilless growing media tailored for professional horticulture, greenhouse, hydroponic, and controlled‑environment applications. Vaighai’...

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 30: SEPC Limited (NSE: SEPC | BSE: 532945), one of India’s leading Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) companies with a diversified presence across Water & Municipal Services, Roads, Industrial Infrastructure, and Mining, has received a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from MOIL Limited, a Government of India undertaking, for the design, construction and commissioning of a 3rd Vertical Shaft at the Chikla Mine in Maharashtra. The project has been awarded through a global tender process, with SEPC emerging as the lowest bidder. The order value stands at ₹167.85 crore for the domestic scope, along with USD 36.52 lakh towards imported plant and machinery. The scope of work includes complete turnkey execution, covering engineering, civil works, ...