Author: Finance Khabar

Meerut : Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, has expanded the responsibilities of Rahul Vatts, appointing him as Director — Corporate Affairs and Group Chief Regulatory Officer. In this expanded role, Rahul will lead the Corporate Affairs team and drive stakeholder engagement across industry and government, shaping the company’s public policy position and regulatory strategy. He will also act as the primary government and regulator interface for Bharti Airtel. This move is in line with company’s commitment to strengthen its corporate affairs capability as the brand extends beyond telecom. Rahul will continue to serve on the Airtel…

~ Launch offer: Zero login fees and spot sanctions up to ₹50 lakh ~ Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, June 18, 2026: Aditya Birla Housing Finance Limited (“ABHFL”), a leading housing finance company and a subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital Limited, has expanded its footprint in Uttar Pradesh with the launch of a new branch in Greater Noida, as part of its broader plan to expand its pan-India distribution network. With this addition, ABHFL’s total network in Uttar Pradesh has increased to 19 branches, strengthening its presence in high-growth markets and improving customer accessibility. Greater Noida is rapidly emerging as a well-connected…

India’s telecom market is now beginning to enter the next phase of global 5G evolution as Bharti Airtel brings advanced 5G slicing technology to Indian consumers. The capability, which has already started gaining traction in telecom markets such as the United States, United Kingdom and Singapore, is now being introduced for Airtel’s Priority Postpaid users in India giving consumers direct access to a more advanced layer of 5G network experience. The launch is significant because India’s 5G journey so far has largely focused on expanding network coverage and rollout scale. Airtel’s latest move signals that the market is now gradually…

India, May 5, 2026: India ranks as the fifth most spammed country in the world, according to the latest data released by Truecaller. Indonesia tops the list, followed by Chile, Vietnam, and Brazil. The insights are based on anonymized and aggregated data from Truecaller, which has over 500 million users globally. In 2025 alone, the platform identified more than 68 billion spam and fraud calls worldwide. India also features prominently in regional rankings, recording a spam intensity of 66%, placing it among the top five most affected markets globally. The nature of spam calls in India reveals a strong commercial bias, with sales and…

Meerut : Shobhit University, Meerut, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NIIT Foundation to strengthen industry–academia collaboration and expand employability-focused skilling for students. “Sustainable transformation is built on access, which means access to relevant skills, to opportunity, and to an ecosystem that enables individuals to realise their potential. At NIIT Foundation, our endeavour is not merely to prepare individuals for employment, but to create pathways that enable long-term mobility, resilience, and inclusive growth. When opportunity is made accessible in this way, its impact extends far beyond the individual, shaping families, communities, and future generations”, said Charu Kapoor, Country Director, NIIT Foundation.…

Developed in strategic partnership with AdaniConneX and Nxtra by Airtel, this project establishes a gigawatt-scale AI ecosystem to power Viksit Bharat. Meerut – Today, Google officially broke ground on its landmark AI hub in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh. This marks the start of construction on the company’s largest investment in India’s digital future to date, as well as reinforces Google’s commitment to being a long-term partner and catalyst for India’s economic and environmental resilience. The groundbreaking ceremony, celebrated together with AdaniConneX and Nxtra by Airtel, took place at Tarluvada, Andhra Pradesh, with key dignitaries: Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Minister for Railways,…

Agra, 27th April, 2026: Fortis Escorts Hospital, Okhla, in association with the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Agra, hosted a Medical Excellence Programme on Robotic-Aided Advanced Cardio Thoracic Vascular Surgery (CTVS) and Urology at Fairfield by Marriott, Agra. The event brought together leading specialists and healthcare professionals from Agra and surrounding regions for insightful discussions on the role of robot-assisted and minimally invasive techniques in modern medicine. The session highlighted how these advanced approaches enhance surgical precision and lead to better patient outcomes – such as reduced pain, fewer complications, and faster recovery, while underscoring the importance of continuous learning and collaboration…

Dr. Dinesh Kumar, Dr. Sachchidanand Kumar from IMA Bihar; Dr. Ritwick Raj Bhuyan and Dr. Archit Pandit from Fortis Escorts Okhla Delhi at the Medical Excellence Programme on Robotics & Advanced Cancer Surgeries in Patna Patna, 18th April, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to advanced clinical excellence and knowledge-sharing, Fortis Escorts Okhla, New Delhi hosted a Medical Excellence Programme, in which the session focused on the evolving landscape of robot-aided surgery and advanced cancer care, bringing together leading medical experts and the healthcare community. Organized in association with the IMA Bihar State Branch, the programme featured expert sessions on “Robotic Cardiac…

New Delhi (India), February 21, 2026 – Zscaler, Inc., the leader in cloud security, in partnership with Bharti Airtel (“Airtel”), one of India’s largest telecommunication service providers, today announced the launch of the AI & Cyber Threat Research Center – India. This multi-stakeholder digital initiative is dedicated to advancing national cyber resilience, protecting sectors, industries and assets that are essential to India’s economic and national security, such as telecommunications, banking, and energy, as well as digital users, and accelerating trusted AI adoption across India’s rapidly expanding digital ecosystem. India has long been a key hub for Zscaler’s technology innovation and cyber…

Meerut : As part of its ongoing efforts to combat the menace of spam, Airtel, today, unveiled its innovative Fraud Alert, an AI-powered, cutting-edge solution that delivers real-time protection to customers against the rapidly growing menace of One-Time-Password (OTP)-related bank frauds. Fraudsters exploit the urgency often associated with OTPs for day-to-day services like delivery, and dupe customers into sharing banking-transaction-OTPs, thereby exposing their account savings to the risk of fraud. Commenting on the initiative, Shashwat Sharma, Managing Director & CEO Airtel, India said, “We are on a mission to make Airtel the safe network. While working towards this, we have realised…

Häfele, a global leader in interior solutions, has marked a significant milestone in its India journey with the launch of its largest and 9th Design Centre in the country. Located at M3M 65th Avenue, Golf Course Extension Road, the Flagship Design Showroom in Gurugram spans 10,000 square feet and has been conceived as an immersive, experience-led destination for architects, interior designers, developers, and homeowners across the Delhi–NCR region. Over the years, Häfele has evolved from being recognised primarily for precision door and furniture hardware into a brand enabling complete, integrated interior solutions including kitchen and home appliances, furniture and room…

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…