5, Dec 2025
LG to Showcase “Innovation in Tune With You” at CES 2026
SEOUL, Dec 5: LG Electronics (LG) invites global audiences to join the LG World Premiere press conference on January 5 at 08:00 (PST) at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Under the banner of its CES 2026 theme, “Innovation in Tune With You,” LG will share its vision for elevating daily life through Affectionate Intelligence – delivering harmonized and seamlessly connected customer experiences.
With global media in attendance, LG will unveil a portfolio of AI-powered solutions that combine world-class devices and solutions with advanced AI core technologies. LG is evolving its products into intelligent solutions designed to expand meaningful connectivity between devices, people and spaces. This evolution extends from the home to mobility and urban environments, enabling a more seamless and elevated life journey.
The groundbreaking products revealed and demonstrated during LG World Premiere will be on show throughout CES 2026 at LG’s booth. Along with the latest products and solutions from LG, visitors will be able to explore and enjoy a variety of unique, AI-fueled innovation experiences and immersive, interactive installations aligned with the company’s customer-centered vision and exhibition theme.
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- By Neel Achary
5, Dec 2025
RBI’s 25bps Cut Boosts Luxury Homebuyer Confidence, Mumbai Market Gains: CCI Projects
By:- Mr. Rohan Khatau, Director, CCI Projects pvt. ltd on RBI MPC repo rate cut announcement.
“The steady increase in demand for luxury homes indicates clearly the buyer’s preference for the premium category, as a sizeable portion of sales is concentrated in the ₹1 crore-and-above price category. The 25 bps cut in the repo rate by the MPC to 5.25% comes at a very opportune time and will add to buyer confidence-especially for the luxury and upper-mid categories. This sentiment is also reinforced by India’s robust economic growth, which reached a six-quarter high of 8.2% in Q2. Integrated townships are attracting greater interest as homebuyers look increasingly toward self-sufficient, amenity forward communities assuring convenience, lifestyle upgradations, and long-term value. In Mumbai, this trend is growing exponentially, and with easier lending norms, this momentum in the premium and township-led housing market of the city is sure to gain further steam.”
5, Dec 2025
Edvoy Launches Full-Stack Study Abroad App for Seamless Admissions
Edvoy’s Latest Full-Stack Study Abroad App Unifies the End-to-End Admissions Journey for International students
Edvoy has launched a fully integrated app that replaces the traditional agent-driven and paperwork-heavy admissions process with a single digital workflow. Built for scale, the platform unifies course search, documentation, counselling, accommodation and education finance, creating a category that did not exist until now.
The launch arrives at a critical moment where more than 1.8 million Indian students are preparing to move overseas in 2025, yet most still navigate their journey through scattered agents, WhatsApp threads, bank portals and manually uploaded documents that increasingly fail compliance checks. Edvoy’s app consolidates the entire journey in one place, supported by multi-stage verification, real-time tracking and access to more than 75,000+ courses across 750+ universities.
The product is shaped by the experience of Edvoy’s Founder and CEO, Sadiq Basha, who grew up in Chennai before moving to the United Kingdom as a first-generation international student.
His experience was shaped not by administrative gaps, but by being mis-sold a university place, an issue he later discovered was common among international students. In resolving his own situation and supporting others, he recognised the need for a solution grounded in integrity and transparency. This became the foundation of Edvoy, a platform designed to simplify the application journey and provide students with clear, trustworthy guidance at every stage.
Speaking about the launch, Sadiq Basha said,
“I have lived the challenges of studying abroad and know how stressful and confusing the journey can be. International education unlocks opportunities, but the process leading up to it should not feel overwhelming. We built this app to bring everything into one place and to guide students with clarity, transparency and faster responses. Our aim is to make studying abroad simpler and more accessible for every learner.”
Despite rapid growth in student mobility, the current study abroad process remains fractured. Students often move between agents, email threads, WhatsApp messages, bank portals and university websites. The Edvoy app replaces this patchwork with a single interface where students can explore more than 75,000 courses across 750 institutions, compare programmes and complete a 100 per cent paperless document upload.
All submitted documents undergo Edvoy’s multi-stage compliance review. The workflow detects fraudulent activity and prepares students for CAS and integrity checks, which are now mandatory in major destinations. Students can track the status of their applications in real time, reducing uncertainty and ensuring transparency at every stage.
A standout feature of the app is Genie, Edvoy’s AI course matching tool. Genie analyses academic history, English language scores, study gaps, budget and regional rules, then categorises results into three tiers and provides a predictive score for admission likelihood. This helps students identify realistic options within seconds and understand how their profile aligns with institutional requirements.
The app also offers Express Offers for decisions from select institutions within 24 hours. Students can access one-to-one expert counselling, chat instantly with advisors or book video sessions in under a minute. Continuous guidance is available throughout the application, financial and accommodation stages.
To simplify financial planning, the platform supports secure deposit and application fee payments. Students can compare education loans from more than 15 banks and NBFCs, check eligibility instantly and complete the application fully online. Approvals can be obtained in as little as three days.
For accommodation, the app provides access to verified properties across more than 700 university cities. Students can compare options and pre-book their stay directly through the platform.
The new app serves as a single destination for the entire international admissions lifecycle, covering course search, documentation, counselling, financial planning and housing. It also includes a referral programme that rewards users with GBP 250 for every successful enrolment from their referral.
The Edvoy app is now available for download on Google Play and Apple Store. Students, parents and counselors can access the full suite of study abroad tools by installing the application today.
5, Dec 2025
Rate Easing in Line With Projections; One Final 25 bps Cut Still Possible
By – Mr. Vikram Chhabra, Senior Economist, 360 ONE Asset
The RBI’s decision to cut the repo rate by 25 bps is broadly in line with our expectations. Inflation has consistently printed below the RBI’s projections, indicating that there was adequate room for policy easing. Although GDP growth has been higher than the RBI’s forecasts, it is expected to moderate to 6.5-7 per cent in the coming quarters. This still leaves room for pursuing a higher and, as the Governor has previously described, more aspirational growth trajectory.
That said, we believe the rate-cut cycle is now nearing its end. If the growth and inflation dynamics remain supportive, there may still be room for one more 25 bps cut in this cycle, but that would likely mark the end of this cycle. In addition, we expect the RBI to maintain a comfortable liquidity surplus to ensure swift transmission to the deposit and credit markets, and to deploy further OMO purchase auctions or FX swaps if required.
5, Dec 2025
RBI’s 25 bps Rate Cut Strengthens Liquidity for NBFCs, Boosts Microfinance Access & Credit Expansion
By,Mr. Rohit Garg, CEO, Olyv
The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) decision to reduce the policy rate by 25 basis points (bps) to 5.25% with immediate effect is a welcome move in monetary policy at a time when the economy is doing well and inflation is under control. GDP growth accelerated to 8.3% because of strong spending during the festival, reduction in GST rates, changes in Income Tax limits, good monsoon etc. The steps taken by RBI to provide sufficient liquidity will help to provide credit at competitive rates.
In the Microfinance Industry, risk based pricing has been introduced after revised Regulations. The Microfinance borrowers having good Credit Bureau score and clean repayment track record have started getting the benefit of lower interest rates. This has also helped to send the message to the borrowers that they should keep their Credit Bureau score protected by repaying the loans on time. The reduction in RBI policy rate will help these borrowers with further reduction in interest rate. The reduced cost of funds will also help us in providing affordable credit to our SME customers and Housing Finance borrowers.
The lower borrowing cost combined with improved access to credit will help to support a strong general consumer sentiment. The RBI has set the stage for continued credit expansion over time, allowing for sustained economic growth and allowing lenders to have confidence in planning for the future. As a result of this monetary policy change, lower EMIs can be expected in the near future as lenders begin to transmit the benefit of reduced borrowing costs to their customers. Today’s actions will provide an opportunity for the broader economy to experience an infusion of credit without compromising its overall stability.
5, Dec 2025
RBI Cuts Repo Rate by 25bps, PHDCCI Sees Boost for Growth and Domestic Production
RBI Policy repo rate reduced by 25BPS; will strengthen India’s growth trajectory and domestic production: PHDCCI
The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted to reduce the policy repo rate under the liquidity adjustment facility (LAF) by 25BPS to 5.25% and continue with the neutral stance. This decision was made on the back of robust growth (real GDP growth at 8.2% Q2 FY 2026), buoyed by strong spending during the festive season, rationalisation of the goods and services tax (GST) rates, softer crude oil prices, and benign inflation (headline inflation at 0.3% in October 2025), to support the growth momentum” said Mr. Rajeev Juneja, President, PHDCCI.
Consequently, the standing deposit facility (SDF) rate stands at 5% and the marginal standing facility (MSF) rate and the bank rate at 5.50%.
Moreover, enhanced consolidation of the banking system, strengthened regulatory framework and healthy investment activity, especially of the private sector, have contributed to economy’s enhanced resilience, he added.
However, evolving geopolitical conditions, divergent inflation paths and trade environments globally, continue to weigh on the outlook, he said.
In its announcement today, the MPC decided to conduct Open Market Operation purchases of government securities of ₹1,00,000 crore and a 3-year USD/INR Buy Sell swap of USD 5 billion this month in view of the evolving liquidity conditions and outlook. These measures will ensure adequate durable liquidity in the system and further facilitate monetary transmission, said Mr. Juneja.
“It is worth noting that, although high-frequency indicators suggest that domestic economic activity is holding up in Q3 FY 2026, but there are some emerging signs of weakness in few leading indicators. PMI Manufacturing has moderated to a 9-month low of 56.6 in November 2025, accompanied with moderated growth of Index of Industrial production at 0.4% in October 2025 from 4.6% in September 2025,” said Mr Juneja.
Merchandise exports face some headwinds as they declined sharply in October amid subdued external demand, accompanied by softer services exports, he said.
Overall, India’s external sector remains resilient, as on November 28, 2025, India’s foreign exchange reserves stood at US$ 686.2 billion, providing a robust import cover of more than 11 months, he added.
The MPC projected real GDP growth at 7.3%, with CPI inflation at 2% for 2025-26. The underlying inflation pressures are even lower as the impact of increase in price of precious metals is about 50 bps, said Mr. Juneja.
“We appreciate RBI’s focus on improving customer services and their proposal to hold a two-month campaign from 1st January next year with an aim to resolve all grievances pending for more than a month with the RBI Ombudsman. This will further boost ease of doing business and reduce the cost of doing business,” said Mr Juneja.
The RBI’s commitment to remain proactive, objective and consistent amidst the downside risk of softening growth and external uncertainties despite, underlying inflation pressures staying lower, and upside potential of speedy conclusion of various ongoing trade and investment negotiations, is instilling confidence among industry, says CEO and Secretary General, PHDCCI, Dr. Ranjeet Mehta
5, Dec 2025
TEXMiN & Geotek Launch Drill Core Digitisation Lab at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad
TEXMiN and Geotek (UK) Launch State-of-Art: Drill Core Digitisation Laboratory at IIT(ISM) Dhanbad
New Delhi, Dec 05: In a significant advancement for India’s mineral exploration landscape, the Technology Innovation in Exploration & Mining Foundation (TEXMiN), IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, in collaboration with Geotek Ltd. (UK), inaugurated the TEXMiN–Geotek Drill Core Digitisation Laboratory today at the Institute Innovation Hub (i2h). The facility was formally inaugurated by Dr. P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Government of India, in the august presence of Prof. Sukumar Mishra, Director, IIT(ISM) Dhanbad & Chairman, Hub Governing Board, TEXMiN Foundation. This pioneering laboratory represents an important milestone in India’s journey towards technologically enabled, data-driven, and transparent mineral exploration, aligning directly with the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) and the expanding India–UK innovation partnership.
The establishment of this state-of-the-art laboratory follows a strategic Memorandum of Understanding between TEXMiN and Geotek. Through this collaboration, both organisations aim to introduce globally accredited, non-destructive, multi-sensor geological core analysis technologies in India. The laboratory will support exploration agencies, PSUs, private mining operators, academic researchers, and startups by providing access to advanced, digitised core logging and analysis infrastructure. By harnessing automated workflows, integrated sensor technologies, and digital datasets, the laboratory will enhance precision, reduce dependency on manual interpretation, and accelerate decision-making in areas essential for India’s future, particularly in critical minerals that power green energy, electric vehicles, defence systems, and advanced manufacturing.
A major technological highlight of the laboratory is Geotek’s BoxScan platform, which has been deployed at TEXMiN to enable comprehensive digital scanning of drill cores and chip boxes. BoxScan combines high-resolution photography, hyperspectral mineral identification, geochemical characterisation using pXRF, magnetic and structural analysis, and depth-linked digital output generation. Its field-deployable design, automated calibration systems, and modular architecture allow a single operator to generate multiple geological datasets simultaneously with exceptional accuracy and repeatability. This capability marks a paradigm shift from traditional exploration practices to real-time, high-fidelity subsurface intelligence that can be used for predictive modelling, resource classification, and exploration automation.
Prof. Dheeraj Kumar, Deputy Director, IIT(ISM) Dhanbad & Project Director, TEXMiN Foundation, stated:
“India is entering a defining phase in the critical minerals landscape, and strengthening our exploration capability is central to this shift. Through this laboratory, we are not just enabling access to high-quality geological intelligence—we are advancing towards data-backed certainty, faster discovery cycles, and globally competitive innovation born in India. This initiative will support our energy ambitions, strategic industries and the future of mineral research in the country.”
Mr. Tom White, Managing Director, Geotek Ltd. (UK), emphasised the global significance of the partnership. He observed,
“For over two decades, Geotek has helped explorers across the world unlock geological value. Our partnership with TEXMiN brings world-class core digitisation to India, enabling faster decisions, reduced risks, and a new standard of exploration excellence. BoxScan at IIT(ISM) is not just equipment; it represents a transformation in how India understands and utilises its mineral wealth.”
Dr. Andrew Fleming, British Deputy High Commissioner to East and Northeast India, highlighted the broader diplomatic and technological implications. He remarked,
“This collaboration embodies the spirit of the India–UK science and technology partnership. Critical minerals are foundational to future economies, and this initiative reinforces our shared commitment to innovation-led, secure, and sustainable mineral supply chains.”
The inauguration of the TEXMiN–Geotek Drill Core Digitisation Laboratory positions India among the leading nations leveraging digital geology for strategic minerals. It reinforces TEXMiN’s role as a national hub for Mining 4.0 transformation and strengthens India’s preparedness for the material demands of the global clean energy transition. As critical minerals increasingly define geopolitical and industrial futures, this initiative provides India with the scientific infrastructure and technological foresight required to secure its strategic autonomy.
5, Dec 2025
Kelvin Cinema makes a grand comeback with a modern two-screen multiplex – Kelvin Gold Cinema
Guwahati, Dec 5: One of Assam’s most storied cinema halls has begun a new chapter. Kelvin Cinema, founded in 1935 by Jeevanram Goenka in the bustling lanes of Fancy Bazar in Guwahati, is returning in a contemporary avatar while holding firmly to its iconic past.
Now, nearly nine decades later, Kelvin is stepping into the future. Kelvin Gold Cinema has unveiled a new two-screen multiplex within the original Kelvin compound in Fancy Bazar, offering a total seating capacity of 499, including 24 ultra-luxurious recliners. The modern space features a sleek, futuristic design and auditoriums fitted with the latest cinematic technology.
The inauguration of Kelvin Gold Cinema was done on Wednesday evening in the presence of CMD NEDFi PVSLN Murty, eminent film trade analyst and media personality Komal Nahta, dignitaries of Assamese cinema Ravi Sarma, Zerifa Wahid, Pranjal Saikia, Purnima Pathak Saikia, Manjula Barua, Manju Borah, Mridula Baruah, Jahnu Barua, Seema Biswas, Manisha Hazarika, Rima Das, Kopil Bora and journalist & author Padmashree Patricia Mukhim.
For decades, the Goenka family played a central role in shaping Assam’s business and cultural landscape. After early success in Shillong, they expanded into cinema exhibition and soon turned Kelvin into a landmark. The hall hosted the premieres of several Assamese films, jubilees of several Hindi films and introduced viewers to technologies that were ahead of their time.
Kelvin Cinema’s legacy is dotted with milestones that still evoke nostalgia. The theatre recorded an unmatched 53-week run of ‘Jai Santoshi Maa’ and became the first in Guwahati to screen English films, drawing packed audiences for classics like ‘Ben Hur’ and ‘The Ten Commandments’. For generations of film lovers, Kelvin remained more than a cinema. It was a place where the city discovered new film formats, broadened the city’s cultural imagination, and experienced the thrill of landmark movie runs.
Shankar Lall Goenka, the guiding force of the Kelvin legacy,
said the reopening carries both emotion and excitement for the family. “Kelvin has lived through the memories of generations. Bringing it back in a modern form feels like carrying a legacy forward while creating something new for today’s audience,” he said. “The warm response we are already receiving from young movie lovers and families tells us that Kelvin still holds a special place in Guwahati.”
The new multiplex Kelvin Gold Cinema is powered by Christie 2K Laser projection, Dolby 7.1 surround sound, Pulz IsoWave audio systems and immersive 3D capabilities. The recliners come with on-seat food and beverage service, USB charging ports and ample legroom. Visitors will also find an expanded menu of snacks, beverages and combo meals, offering both indulgent and healthier choices. With ample parking and easy access, the venue aims to serve families and filmgoers from across Guwahati.
Gold Cinema Director Ratan Jain said that Kelvin Gold Cinema hopes to offer a royal movie experience to the city’s community once again. Gold Cinema Director Hasmukh Shah added that the goal was to build an urban entertainment space that resonates with the present-day viewer.
Tickets are available for booking through www.goldcinema.co, Gold Cinema mobile apps as well as BookMyShow. Visit Kelvin Gold Cinema on 7th Floor, Kelvin Cinema Compound, S.R.C.B. Road, Guwahati, Assam to experience Guwahati’s new premier entertainment destination.
5, Dec 2025
Rahul Singh Says Indian Markets Enter a Constructive Phase, Eyes Profit Growth Revival
By:- Rahul Singh, CIO-Equities, Tata Asset Management
“Indian markets have entered a constructive phase, in line with our earlier expectations. Stable FY26 earnings and an anticipated recovery to mid-teen profit growth in FY27 are strengthening the market outlook. This improvement is supported by the prospects of interest rate cuts in India and the US, which are providing valuation comfort with the Nifty 50 trading at nearly 21x forward earnings.
We are also seeing early signs of a revival in consumption and credit growth, aided by the sustained impact of GST cuts. Corporate profit estimates are beginning to recover, and with India’s valuation premium to global markets moderating, the investment case for India over the next 12–15 months looks more compelling. In this environment, we continue to prefer flexi-cap funds within diversified equities and multi-asset strategies that offer commodity exposure, along with thematic opportunities in banking and consumer-driven sectors.”
5, Dec 2025
Kaya Strengthens Its Presence in Tamil Nadu with the Launch of Its Second Clinic in Coimbatore
Coimbatore, Dec 05: Kaya, India’s most trusted dermatologist-led clinic chain, announces the opening of its second clinic in Coimbatore, further cementing its presence in “Manchester of the South.” Following the success of its first clinic at Skanda Square, Kaya’s new space on DB Road is a testament to the city’s growing demand for advanced, science-backed skincare.
The expansion is driven by Coimbatore’s rising business community, influx from nearby cities, and a discerning clientele that values skincare and expert-led personal care. DB Road, renowned for its accessibility and vibrant retail landscape, offers Kaya the ideal setting to serve clients seeking premium, customised dermatology solutions.
Designed as a high-tech, calming sanctuary, the new clinic offers Kaya’s full range of advanced services, including pigmentation correction, acne and scar reduction, laser hair reduction, anti-ageing treatments, hair restoration, and medi-facials, all led by board-certified dermatologists. The clinic’s approach is tailored to address Coimbatore’s unique environmental challenges, such as dust and sun exposure, ensuring every client receives personalised, science-backed care.
Dr Saranya B, Consultant Dermatologist and Medical Advisor, Kaya Limited, said, “With the launch of our new DB Road clinic, we’re making advanced dermatology more accessible to the people of Coimbatore and nearby cities. Residents often face skin issues exacerbated by local environmental factors. At the DB Road clinic, we’ve developed targeted solutions to help all age groups achieve healthier and more resilient skin.”
Coimbatore’s blend of tradition and progress makes it a standout market for premium dermatology. Our expansion here reflects our commitment to serving high-growth cities that value expert-led, science-based skincare. With our second clinic, we’re deepening our connection with a city that embodies confidence, progress, and self-care,
Kaya’s growing footprint in Tamil Nadu underscores its mission to make trusted dermatology accessible across India’s new centres of growth. The Coimbatore DB Road clinic marks a milestone in both expansion and empathy, bringing expert care, innovation, and genuine connection to every skin story.
