Assam targets ₹700 crore concert economy as Guwahati emerges as live entertainment hub

Assam could unlock more than ₹700 crore in cumulative economic impact over the next five years through strategic investments in live entertainment, according to a report released by BookMyShow, Assam Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. (ATDC) and EY-Parthenon. Titled *The Assam Blueprint: Turning Live Music Economy into a Tourism Multiplier*, the report highlights how live entertainment…

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Exports and Domestic Demand Lift Auto Sales to New Peak in 2026

India’s automobile industry delivered its strongest-ever May performance in 2026 across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers and three-wheelers, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers. The growth was driven by robust SUV demand and a recovery in entry-level cars, alongside record-breaking scooter sales and improving exports. Passenger vehicle (PV) wholesales surged 27.3% year-on-year to 438,854 units….

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Malabar Gold & Diamonds bets on premium natural diamonds with Nuwa launch

Malabar Gold & Diamonds has expanded its premium jewellery portfolio with the launch of NUWA, a natural diamond collection inspired by nature’s intricate patterns and textures, as the company seeks to strengthen its position in the growing luxury jewellery segment. The collection draws inspiration from nature’s finest creations, including stripes, honeycombs, fluid formations and organic…

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Tezpur Litchis Go to Singapore: CM Himanta Flags Off 500 Kg GI Consignment

In an important step towards increasing the footprints of Assam’s rich horticultural produce in international markets, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma today ceremonially flagged off the export of a consignment of Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged litchis from Tezpur at the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati.The export of 500 kilograms of the renowned “Piyaji” variety…

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Vedanta Group Split Creates Four Independent Sector-Focused Companies

The Vedanta Limited group’s four demerged businesses are expected to make their stock market debut on Monday, June 15, listing on both the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange, according to sources. Alongside Vedanta Limited, which is already listed, the shares of four newly created independent entities—Vedanta Aluminium Metal (VAML), Vedanta Oil &…

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MakeMyTrip Rolls Out Custom Hourly Windows for Hotel Bookings Across 11,000+ Properties

Online travel platform MakeMyTrip has introduced a new paid feature allowing users to secure flexible check-in and check-out times during hotel bookings. The feature addresses a major pain point for travellers by guaranteeing early arrivals or extended departures for a fee. Currently, this option is live on the MakeMyTrip app and is available across more…

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TCS Reports $2.4 Billion Annualised AI Revenue, Outlines Five Core Tech Opportunities

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Chairman N Chandrasekaran envisions a future where the tech giant will deploy as many artificial intelligence (AI) agents as human employees within the next three years. Addressing shareholders at the company’s 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM), Chandrasekaran revealed that TCS is currently executing some of the most consequential work in its…

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₹31,000 Cr Indian Ice Cream Market Grows 2x Faster Than Frozen Dessert: Here’s FSSAI’s Definition

During the summer season, the demand for frozen desserts increases significantly in India. Many people consume various frozen desserts thinking they are ice cream. Although both these types of food products look identical, there is a subtle difference between them. However, this detail is written so minutely on the labels that it becomes almost impossible…

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