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06 Oct

Agoda Data Shows 67% Rise in International Travel Interest to India During Diwali 2025

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Digital travel platform Agoda's latest travel insights revealed a steady rise in interest for India as a destination during the upcoming Diwali week, with searches growing 24% among international travelers and domestic travelers combined. Among the top five destinations, Udaipur and Jaipur recorded a 49% and 46% rise in searches Domestic travel interest continues to play a central role during this holiday period, with searches within India increasing by 18%. Notably, international travel interest is expanding at an even faster pace, with inbound searches by overseas travelers growing by 67% year-on-year during the holiday period. Among the top ten international…

06 Oct

Hotfoot Technologies Powers Jana Small Finance Bank’s Digital Transformation with Launch of Used Car Loan Origination Platform

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Jana Small Finance Bank (Jana SFB) and Hotfoot Technology Solutions today announced the successful launch of Jana SFB's Used Car Loan Origination System, powered by Hotfoot's flagship Rapid.ai LOS Platform. This important milestone marks a new era in Jana SFB's digital transformation, delivering a seamless, end-to-end digital journey for customers seeking affordable pre-owned vehicle financing. Through this partnership, Jana SFB is now able to provide customers' a fully-digitized, automated loan origination experience that brings together all stakeholders on a unified platform. The system eliminates manual dependencies and introduces industry-leading turnaround times in processing and disbursement. Enhanced by Hotfoot's proprietary "WiseEngine"…

06 Oct

Bhumika Realty Strengthens its NCR Presence With Bhoomi Poojan of New Land Parcel in Faridabad

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Bhumika Realty, the leading Indian real estate player with a rich legacy of over six decades, has embarked on a new chapter in its growth journey with the auspicious Bhoomi Pujan of a land parcel in Sector 114, Faridabad. The event witnessed the presence of the company's leadership, team members, and channel partners, signifying the group's commitment to Faridabad's real estate growth story. Bhumika Realty Strengthens its NCR Presence With Bhoomi Poojan of New Land Parcel in Faridabad Bhumika Realty has outlined an ambitious roadmap for Faridabad with planned investments of over Rs. 2,200 crore. The Group has already operationalized…

06 Oct

Why investors delay investing: The effect of present bias

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People often prefer immediate rewards over larger benefits in the future, a tendency known as present bias. Even when aware of long-term gains, they may prioritise short-term needs over future goals. This behavioural tendency can lead investors to postpone financial decisions, waiting for what they consider the 'perfect' time to invest. Understanding the effects of present bias In the process, they risk missing time in the market-time that could have helped their money potentially grow steadily. Understanding how present bias influences decisions may help investors reflect on their financial habits and take more balanced steps towards their goals. What is…

06 Oct

Punjab on High Alert as Rainfall and Dam Releases Raise Flood Concerns

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Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): Several parts of Punjab are bracing for possible flooding as a combination of persistent rainfall and increased water discharge from major dams pushes river levels higher. The weather department has issued a heavy rain alert for multiple districts, prompting state authorities to ramp up preparedness measures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an orange alert for 13 districts across the state. These include key areas such as Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Patiala, Ludhiana, Mohali, and Jalandhar, where rainfall activity is expected to intensify. A yellow alert has been issued for the remaining districts, with wind speeds expected to…

06 Oct

Fire at Jaipur’s SMS Hospital Claims Six Lives, Families Demand Accountability

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Jaipur (Rajeev Sharma): A late-night fire at the renowned Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital in Jaipur turned tragic on Sunday, as six patients lost their lives in the Neuro ICU of the trauma wing. The blaze, believed to have started due to an electrical fault, has triggered outrage and grief, with families alleging that early warnings were disregarded by hospital authorities. The fire is said to have broken out in a storage section adjacent to the ICU, quickly filling the critical care unit with smoke. Hospital staff managed to evacuate some patients, but six individuals—already in fragile condition—could not be…

05 Oct

HSBC India Unveils a State-of-the-art Branch in Hyderabad’s HITEC City Targeting Affluent Indians

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Marks a significant milestone by establishing its Raj Bhavan Road branch at a new location in HITEC City, spanning 5,600 sq.ft The HSBC Premier Lounge is designed by renowned interior designer Gauri Khan~ Additionally, HSBC has taken up 12,000 sq.ft. in the same premises to serve as corporate office, strengthening its footprint in the region HSBC India today announced the opening of its branch office in HITEC City, Hyderabad, marking a strategic move to strengthen its presence in one of India's most dynamic economic hubs. Spanning approximately 5,600 sq. ft., the relocated branch in HITEC City from Raj Bhavan Road…

05 Oct

Baker Tilly ASA India Expands its Presence in Pune to Strengthen India’s Homegrown Professional Services Landscape

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Baker Tilly ASA India, a leading homegrown professional services firm with 8 offices and more than 1,200 professionals nationwide, announced its expansion into Pune with ANRK, reinforcing its commitment to building a truly Indian firm of global standards. By bringing ANRK into its fold, Baker Tilly ASA India is enabling Pune-based companies to access a much wider spectrum of services from advisory and assurance to tax and business solutions, backed by its national scale and global reach. "India's growth story needs strong Indian firms that can partner with businesses at scale," said Ajay Sethi, Managing Partner, Baker Tilly ASA India…

05 Oct

India Risks Losing its Workforce Advantage, India’s First Workforce Health Index by Loop Reveals

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Loop, India's leading Group health insurance and health benefits provider, today announced the launch of the Workforce Health Index (WHI), India's first national-level benchmark report on the health of working professionals. Built on 214,142 lab test parameters and lifestyle surveys from 3,437 professionals across major cities, the report provides unprecedented insights into the biological and lifestyle health of India's urban workforce. Loop Health Survey Report The WHI uncovers systemic health risks that threaten long-term productivity: Metabolic health: 37.2% of professionals show abnormal glucose metabolism-early signals of diabetes risk in prime career years. Sleep & stress: 27.3% sleep less than 6…

05 Oct

Rajinder Gupta Named AAP Candidate for Rajya Sabha Seat from Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced industrialist Rajinder Gupta as its nominee for the upcoming Rajya Sabha by-election in Punjab, confirming days of speculation about his possible entry into national politics. Gupta, a leading entrepreneur and founder of the Trident Group, has been a well-known figure in Punjab’s business and development circles. His nomination comes after he stepped down from key advisory posts in the state government, including the vice-chairmanship of the Economic Policy and Planning Board. He also resigned as chairperson of the advisory committee of the Kali Devi temple in Patiala, hinting at a…