Author: Finance Khabar
Unlocks effortless design creation with Adobe’s AI-powered tool worth ~₹4,000*, available at no cost for all Airtel customers Meerut : Bharti Airtel, one of India’s largest telecommunication service providers, is putting the power of Adobe Express, the quick-and-easy, create-anything app, into the hands of its 360 million customers across India. This landmark and first-of-its-kind partnership will provide access to Adobe Express Premium to all Airtel customers for creating high-quality social assets, marketing materials, short videos and anything they wish to design quickly and effortlessly. With the Adobe Express Premium worth ~₹4,000* now available for free for a year, all Airtel customers…
Meerut, 16 January 2026: As the spirit for nationalism comes near, it is time to brighten your screens with stories that shine with emotion, courage, and freedom. It’s the perfect time to unwind with a meaningful binge-watch in addition to flag hoisting, family dinners, and a well-earned day off. With Airtel IPTV, you can enjoy these cinematic experiences on the big screen from the comfort of your home. Bringing together 29+ top streaming apps, 600+ live TV channels, and a massive on-demand library, Airtel IPTV makes your festive binge-watching brighter and better than ever. These must-watch shows, which are best viewed…
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Bulandshahr, December 19, 2025: In view of the rising incidence of serious diseases in Bulandshahr and nearby districts, Yatharth Hospital, Noida (Sector 110) is set to launch regular specialist OPD services in Bulandshahr. The formal announcement of these OPD services was made on Friday. The event was attended by Dr. Gowthami A. V., CEO, Yatharth Hospital, Noida, along with Dr. Arun Sharma, Senior Consultant and Head of Department (HOD)of Neurosurgery; Dr. Rohan, Senior Consultant Nephrologist; Dr. Alok Dubey, GI Surgery Specialist; and Dr. Yatendra Sharma, Director, Lakshmi Hospital, Bulandshahr. The OPD services will be started at the well-known Lakshmi Hospital in the city. Dr. Gowthami A. V, CEO, Yatharth Hospital Noida…
Gopal Vittal to become Executive Vice Chairman; Shashwat Sharma to succeed him as MD & CEO in January 2026 NewDelhi,December19,2025: Gopal Vittal has led Bharti Airtel as Managing Director & CEO for the last thirteen years. As part of a structured succession process, Gopal, in addition to being the Managing Director, was appointed Vice Chairman of Bharti Airtel Ltd in October 2024. Shashwat Sharma was appointed CEO designate of the Company. In line with the planned succession, Gopal Vittal will move into the role of Executive Vice Chairman of Bharti Airtel on the 1st of January 2026 overseeing Bharti Airtel and all its subsidiaries. In his…
Meerut: The world’s largest Ayurvedic healthcare company Dabur India Ltd today announced the launch of a major strategic programme comprising a series of interventions to bring Ayurveda closer to modern lifestyles and make it more appealing to the new generation of health-conscious consumers. Recognizing the growing global interest in holistic wellness, Dabur’s initiative focuses on three key pillars of modernizing the packaging for a wider appeal; knowledge sharing through ‘Ayurveda Samvad’ and community outreach through health camps. Speaking on the occasion, Dabur India Limited Marketing Head-Ethicals Dr. Durga Prasad said that Dabur has rolled out its entire range of Ayurvedic…
India, December 10, 2025: Truecaller today announced the launch of Family Protection, a major new feature designed to make digital safety a shared experience among families. Built directly into the Truecaller app on both Android and iOS, Family Protection enables users to form trusted family groups to provide real-time protection against scams and unwanted calls. On Android, the Family Administrator can receive alerts during potential scam calls for other family members and end such calls remotely. A New Proposition for Family Safety Family Protection lets up to five people join a trusted family group with shared tools that help them…
Meerut : Gopal Vittal, Vice Chairman & MD, Bharti Airtel, has written to Airtel customers addressing the growing menace of digital scams and fraud. With threats such as fake parcel delivery calls, phishing links, and digital arrest scams becoming increasingly prevalent, he reaffirmed Airtel’s commitment to safeguarding its users. In his letter, he announced the launch of Airtel Payments Bank’s Safe Second Account, a secure solution designed to protect customers’ hard-earned money by keeping digital payments separate from their primary bank accounts. “Any crime or fraud on our network pains us deeply at Airtel. Your safety is and will always…
Moving over traditional influencers, Dabur Hajmola has successfully concluded its groundbreaking digital IP, India’s No. 1 Chatkarebaaz, the country’s first-ever social media reality show hosted exclusively on Instagram. The show culminated in a spectacular finale, distributing a ₹3 lakh prize pool to the winners who transformed everyday news into hilarious, ‘chatpata’ commentary. Shivam Pal emerged as the ultimate winner of the competition, which was conceptualised and executed by Schbang Delhi. He was followed by Aryan Vaish as the first runner-up and Divya as the second runner-up. “With ‘India’s No. 1 Chatkarebaaz’, we wanted to celebrate the people who find humour…
Rural and Quick Commerce to Drive High Double-Digit Growth in Uttar Pradesh Meerut, 8th November 2025: Catch Salt and Spices, a popular brand of Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi-business corporation, plans to strengthen its presence in Uttar Pradesh with the launch of a range of new products across spices and allied categories in Uttar Pradesh today. This range includes the premium single-spice ‘Origins’ range, new sprinkler variants and an expanded whole spices portfolio. To strengthen its already significant presence in the HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering) sector, Catch Salt & Spices has expanded its…
Announces INR 100 Crore (USD 12 Mn*) Investment for Amway India’s progress and transformation in the next 3-5 years New Delhi, Oct 30, 2025: Amway President and CEO Michael Nelson visited India this week to mark 10 years of the company’s manufacturing journey in the country – a milestone that reinforces India’s strategic importance in Amway’s global operations as one of only three global manufacturing hubs for Amway, alongside the US and China. Building on this strong foundation, the company plans to invest INR 100 crore (USD 12 Million*) over the next three to five years to further enhance Amway Business Owner/ Distributor…
Marks the 19th Exclusive Showroom in the State Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, 8th October 2025: KISNA Diamond and Gold Jewellery proudly announced the grand opening of its exclusive showroom in Meerut, located at a prime location in the city. This launch marks KISNA’s 19th exclusive showroom in Uttar Pradesh, further strengthening its growing retail footprint across the state. The inauguration was graced by Mr. Ghanshyam Dholakia, Founder & Managing Director, Hari Krishna Group. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ghanshyam Dholakia said: “Uttar Pradesh holds a special place in our journey. With the launch of our Meerut showroom, we aim to bring the…
Finance Desk – French energy giant TotalEnergies has announced plans to sell all its renewable energy businesses outside the US, Brazil, and Europe. This includes its investments in India, where nearly a quarter of its renewable portfolio comes from joint ventures with the Adani Group and its direct stake in Adani Green Energy. CEO Patrick Pouyanne said Adani Green is a “strong and growing company,” but confirmed that TotalEnergies will not expand its green energy ties with the group. “I would be very happy to sell my stake in Adani Green,” he added. The company had bought the stake for…
Finance Desk – Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will be the Chief Guest at the 17th FE Best Banks Awards in Mumbai on Thursday. He will address top bankers and corporate leaders and also present awards to India’s best-performing banks and financial institutions. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will also be present at the event. Key Highlights Amit Shah will share his views on policy reforms and India’s economy in a conversation with Financial Express editors Shyamal Majumdar and Rishi Raj. The awards recognise excellence among banks, NBFCs, and fintechs, with winners chosen by an independent jury led…
Finance Desk – The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) are working together to make it easier for foreign investors to enter Indian markets, according to a Reuters report. What Will Change? Simpler paperwork: Documentation will be standardised and reduced, especially for investors already regulated in their home countries. Faster approvals: Registration time will drop to 1–2 months, compared to the current six months. Aligned rules: RBI will relax its stricter requirements and match SEBI’s easier process for low-risk funds like insurance and mutual funds. Why Now? India is facing weaker foreign…
Punjab, 22 September: Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, one of India’s leading private life insurers, expresses its deepest condolences to the families affected by the tragic floods in Punjab recently. In response to this unforeseen natural calamity, the Company has activated special measures to assist families of its affected policyholders. Understanding the immense challenges faced by the affected families during this difficult time, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance has established a dedicated special claims settlement desk to prioritize the processing of death and disability claims for its customers impacted due to the floods. With utmost urgency, an expeditious process has been established…
Finance Desk – The Kerala High Court has ordered a vigilance inquiry into a major controversy at the Sabarimala temple, where over 4 kg of gold worth more than ₹4.3 crore has gone missing from the copper plates covering the Dwarapalaka (guardian deity) idols. What Happened? In 2019, the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) removed the gold-plated copper plates for re-plating. Records show the plates originally weighed 42.8 kg. By the time they reached a Chennai firm, Smart Creations, their weight had dropped to 38.25 kg. After re-plating, the weight rose only slightly to 38.65 kg, still showing a shortfall of…
Data from Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Center shows remarkable impact Meerut : Bharti Airtel today announced that its anti-fraud initiatives have resulted in a significant decline in cybercrime complaints, and that this has been further endorsed by recent information from the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) — Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Commenting on the initiative, Gopal Vittal, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Bharti Airtel, said, “We are on a mission of eliminating Spam and financial frauds for our customers. In the past one year, our AI-powered network solutions have identified over 48.3 billion spam calls and blocked 3.2 lakhs…
Finance Desk – The Income Tax Department has extended the deadline for filing income tax returns (ITRs) for AY 2025–26 by one day, until September 16, 2025. The extension came after many taxpayers faced technical issues on the e-filing portal, including login failures and submission errors, during the last-minute rush. Record Filings Despite Glitches Last year, 7.28 crore ITRs were filed till the deadline of July 31. This year, filings have already crossed 7.3 crore (provisional numbers), with one more day still left. The steady rise shows better compliance and awareness among taxpayers, though portal slowdowns frustrated many users. Why…
Finance Desk – Indian regulators are delaying full cryptocurrency rules because they fear regulation might make digital assets look legitimate and create big risks for the financial system, according to a Reuters report citing official documents. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) believes that managing crypto risks through regulation would be difficult. The documents say that while a total ban could address the dangers of speculative crypto trading, it would not stop peer-to-peer transfers or transactions on decentralised exchanges. At present, India has no comprehensive crypto law, but there are restrictions. The government charges a 30% tax on profits from…