9, Sep 2025
Medtronic Launches Evolut™ FX+ in India, Advancing TAVI Therapy for Aortic Stenosis
Bengaluru, September 9, 2025: Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, launched its new transcatheter aortic valve, Evolut™ FX+, in India. The valve is designed to help improve treatment for patients with severe aortic stenosis, especially those who may need future coronary procedures. The Evolut FX+ TAVI system facilitates easier coronary access while maintaining the proven performance of the Evolut™ platform, based on CoreValve™ technology. It was approved by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) on June 10, 2025, paving the way for its launch in India.
The main innovation of Evolut FX+ is its new frame with bigger windows to reduce frame interference while using guide catheters, especially during complex coronary procedures. The system continues to deliver the key advantages that clinicians have come to expect from previous Evolut valves. The system provides market leading valve performance including durable low gradients, which are important for long-term heart function. This makes it a strong alternative for patients at risk of coronary disease while supporting long-term treatment needs.
The introduction of Evolut FX+ in India marks a significant advancement in transcatheter aortic valve therapy and reinforces Medtronic’s leadership in structural heart innovation. With enhanced coronary access and proven hemodynamic performance, the Evolut FX+ empowers physicians to deliver both immediate procedural success and sustained long-term care. This milestone underscores Medtronic’s steadfast dedication to broadening access to advanced therapies and driving innovation in cardiovascular care and treatment across India.
Commenting on the product launch by Medtronic, Prateek Tiwari, Senior Director Neuroscience & Speciality Therapies, Medtronic said, “The launch of Evolut FX+ in India marks a meaningful step forward in transcatheter valve therapy. With its enhanced coronary access and proven hemodynamic performance, FX+ empowers physicians to deliver confident care—not just during the initial procedure, but throughout the patient’s lifetime. By bringing this innovation to India, we are advancing Medtronic’s mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life, while expanding access to future-ready solutions for structural heart disease.”
Evolut FX+ keeps the same tissue structure, valve design, and inflow strength as earlier models, ensuring consistency and reliability. For heart teams, FX+ provides a modern solution that simplifies future coronary treatments, increases patient access to TAVR, and maintains familiar clinical practices. With this launch, Medtronic reinforces its commitment to expanding patient access to innovative therapies, helping more patients benefit from advanced treatment options for structural heart disease.
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- By Neel Achary
9, Sep 2025
BGCS and BGMS League Stages Conclude; Rising Stars Gear Up to Face Pros in Playoffs
New Delhi, September 9, 2025: Following 20 days of high-octane esports action, the league stages of the OnePlus Android Battlegrounds Mobile India Challenger Series (BGCS) 2025 and the OnePlus Android Battlegrounds Mobile India Masters Series (BGMS) 2025 have officially concluded. The results now set the stage for the highly anticipated Playoffs on September 9, where India’s rising esports stars will take on established pros for a coveted spot in the Semi-Finals and ultimately the Grand Finals of India’s most-watched esports event.
In the final week of BGCS 2025, where 16 teams battled for glory, Nebula Esports, qualifiers from the OnePlus Campus Dominate initiative, topped the table with 222 points. They were followed by Sinewy Esports in second with 213 points, Team Versatile in third with 201 points, and Team H4K in fourth with 163 points. All four teams have secured qualification for the BGMS 2025 Playoffs. As the official amateur feeder league into BGMS, BGCS has not only spotlighted emerging talent but also provided a competitive pathway into India’s premier esports stage.
“With the introduction of BGCS this year, our aim was to create a structured pathway for emerging gamers to transition into the professional BGMI esports ecosystem. It is particularly encouraging to see that the winning team qualified through the nationwide collegiate qualifiers by OnePlus, and it has been inspiring to witness all participating teams showcase their skills and earn their opportunity to compete at the next level. This is precisely the kind of platform NODWIN Gaming, together with our partners set out to create, to identify and nurture the next generation of esports talent,” said Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and Managing Director, NODWIN Gaming.
Meanwhile, in BGMS 2025, 24 of the nation’s top BGMI teams competed in 56 matches each. At the end of an intense league stage, Team Revenant XSpark finished on top with 557 points, closely followed by Team SouL with 551 points. Gods Reign claimed third place with 533 points, while NoNx Esports secured fourth with 529 points. These top four teams have earned direct qualification to the BGMS Grand Finals, scheduled from September 12 to 14.
The road to the finals continues as the bottom 12 teams from the BGMS League Stage advance to the Playoffs, where they will be joined by the top four BGCS squads. The top eight teams from the Playoffs will then move into the BGMS Semi-Finals from September 10 to 11, competing alongside the 5th to 12th placed teams from the BGMS League Stage. From there, the top 12 semi-finalists will join the four directly qualified teams in the BGMS Grand Finals, where 16 teams will battle it out for the crown and a major share of the INR 1.5 crore prize pool.
Season 4 of BGMS continues to be supported by OnePlus as the Title Sponsor and Official Smartphone Partner, with Android returning as Co-Title Sponsor and TVS Motor Company entering its third consecutive year. The tournament also sees the presence of Red Bull in its second year, along with the debut of Duolingo English Test as Official Learning Partner, Swiggy as Official Food Delivery Partner, and Bisleri as Official Hydration Partner.
The BGMS Season 4 Playoffs will be broadcast live on Star Sports Khel and on JioHotstar from September 9 to 11, airing during prime-time from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, making it the only esports tournament in India with national television presence.
9, Sep 2025
AWAKEN YOUR TRUE SPIRIT WITH RAY-BAN.EXE
9th September 2025, Milan, IT – For too long, our identities have been clipped and tamed by soulless systems and brittle binaries. As a harbinger self-expression, Ray-Ban has been redefining style outside the limits since 1937, finding deep resonance with those who long to break free from conventions that feel rigid or performative.
On September 4th, Ray-Ban elaborated on its iconoclastic approach with the launch of a new campaign and animation, Ray-Ban.EXE, that blends the visual language of Korean webtoons with dystopian storytelling to call viewers to their own creative awakening.
Unveiled at the brand’s first-ever pop-up in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, Korea – a symbolic choice – the premiere brought together cultural trailblazers at the heart of a creative scene that is increasingly shaping global youth identity. The initiative marks more than just a creative milestone: it reflects Ray-Ban’s ambition to reposition itself as a brand in sync with Korea’s next generation – and, through their cultural influence, with Gen Z audiences worldwide.
Through its arresting graphic style, the film paints a picture of an austere future where the world is controlled by humanoid machines, programmed to eliminate any trace of individuality, memory or self-expression. The protagonist, EV11, is a robot tasked with destroying non-conforming objects; until one day, when he discovers a black briefcase containing a pair of Ray-Ban Clubmaster sunglasses. When he slides on the shades, something awakens inside of him. A memory, a spart of identity stirs within. Suddenly marked as deviant, EV11 escapes and re-emerges in the real world as a human named Kim. He finds himself in a facility filled with others still trapped in the simulation. Greeted by a group of likeminded rebels, they hand Kim another pair of glasses, this time to pass forward. He places the glasses on a sleeping girl, kickstarting the cycle of awakening again.
Far more than a mere accessory, Ray-Ban cements its status as a catalyst for identity and self-actualization – a tool to bring about the true connection we crave.
9, Sep 2025
Thrilling Quarter Finals Set the Tone at Subroto Cup Sub Junior Boys
Thrilling Quarter Finals Set the Tone at Subroto Cup Sub Junior Boys (U-15)
Bengaluru, September 9, 2025: The Sub Junior Boys (U-15) category of the 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament entered the knockout stage today, with thrilling quarter-final encounters showcasing the skills and rising talent of young footballers across India.
QF 1: Minerva Public School (CISCE) vs. SFS Higher Secondary School (Nagaland)
Minerva Public School (CISCE) stormed into the semifinals with a commanding 10-0 win over SFS Higher Secondary School (Nagaland). Lhungdem (4’, 30’), Rimoson (25’), Akash (25’, 27’), Laishram (19’), Hidam (14’, 33’, 35’), and Gurtejveer (38’) all found the back of the net in a one-sided contest that underlined Minerva’s dominance.
QF 2: Manikpara Viveknanda Vidyapith (West Bengal) vs. St. John High School (Jharkhand)
In one of the most gripping clashes of the day, St. John High School (Jharkhand) edged past Manikpara Viveknanda Vidyapith (West Bengal), 3-2 to book their semifinal berth. Charan (2’) and Abhijit (36’) scored for West Bengal, but Jharkhand bounced back strongly through goals from Suraj (7’), Asish (30’), and Ishant (47’), sealing a dramatic victory.
QF 3: Mothers Pride Public School (Himachal Pradesh) vs. Vidyachal International School (Bihar)
Vidyachal International School (Bihar) secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Mothers Pride Public School (Himachal Pradesh). Sukhpreet (23’) gave Himachal the lead, but Bihar’s Shubham turned the match on its head with a brilliant brace (25+2’, 63’) to guide his team into the semifinals.
QF 4: Anand Niketen School (Gujarat) vs. River Side Natural School (Madhya Pradesh)
In the last quarterfinal, River Side Natural School (Madhya Pradesh) secured a 2-0 victory over Anand Niketen School (Gujarat). Lokesh was the hero of the match, scoring twice, once in the 7th minute and again in stoppage time (50+4’) to seal Madhya Pradesh’s place in the semifinals.
The quarterfinals brought out the best of young football, with fast-paced play, smart teamwork, and flashes of individual brilliance lighting up the field. From sharp finishing to resilient defending, the matches showed how these budding players are quickly adapting to the demands of competitive football on the global stage.
9, Sep 2025
CII’s Flagship Event on Energy Efficiency Summit to be Organized in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, 09- September 2025 – The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is all set to host India’s largest conference on energy efficiency, the 24th Energy Efficiency Summit, from 16–18 September 2025 at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), Hyderabad.
A flagship event of CII- Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre (CII – GBC), Hyderabad, the Energy Efficiency Summit is a major gathering of industry professionals, leaders, government, academia, alongside major industry associations and leading organizations from India and abroad for advancing energy efficiency practices.
This year’s Energy Efficiency Summit, with the theme “Accelerating the Transition to a Low Carbon Economy through Energy Efficiency,” will bring together 2,500+ delegates and feature 100+ distinguished speakers, covering discussions spanning 18+ industry sectors.
The Summit will also feature two sector-focused conferences- the 21st edition of CII Power Plant Summit and 19th edition of CII PaperTech- which will explore critical innovations, technologies, and strategies in the thermal power plant and pulp & paper sectors respectively to drive environmental and climate transition.
A key highlight will be the 26th CII National Award for Excellence in Energy Management, recognizing the achievements of over 200 companies and individuals that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to sustainable energy practices.
The event will also feature over 100+ exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions, including a dedicated pavilion for low carbon technology innovations.
9, Sep 2025
Krishival Foods Limited Welcomes GST Cut on Nuts, Dried Fruits and Ice Cream
Hyderabad, 9th September, 2025: Krishival Foods Limited has welcomed the reduction in the GST rate for nuts, dried fruits and ice cream as confirmed at the 56th GST Council meeting. The GST on products such as Brazil nuts, almonds, pistachios, and other dried fruits has been reduced from 12% to 5%, and on ice cream has been reduced from 18% to 5% effective September 22, 2025.
Commenting on the development, Sujit Bangar, Chairman, Krishival Foods, said, “The GST rate reduction is a transformative step for the packaged food sector. At Krishival Foods, we see this as a catalyst to accelerate category growth and strengthen India’s position as a fast-emerging market for premium nuts, dried fruits, and ice creams. We are committed to harnessing this momentum by expanding availability, innovating with new offerings, and ensuring that more consumers across India can access world-class products at affordable prices.”
With upcoming festive season, this policy change move is expected to drive a stronger consumption across categories, particularly in packaged foods, making high-quality nuts, dried fruits, and ice cream more accessible to a wider segment of consumers.
9, Sep 2025
Huella Appoints Prabhvir Sahmey as Strategic Advisor to Power Its Next Phase of Growth
Mumbai, Sep 9 2025: Huella, one of India’s fastest-growing independent adtech companies, today announced the appointment of Prabhvir Sahmey as Strategic Advisor.
An industry veteran of 25 years with deep expertise across digital, media, and adtech, Prabhvir has been instrumental in shaping the evolution of India’s advertising ecosystem. Prabhvir’s last assignment was as Senior Director, Ad Sales, with Samsung Ads.
Prabhvir’s appointment comes at a defining moment for Huella, as the company sharpens its narrative, strengthens its product portfolio, and prepares for its next phase of growth. He will be based out of Delhi/NCR.
Announcing the appointment, Prrincey Roy, Co-Founder & CEO, Huella, said: “Huella has always been about building something larger than a company; it’s about creating an ecosystem where creativity, technology, and credibility meet. Bringing Prabhvir on board is a deliberate step to ensure we have the right guidance to scale this vision. His experience will bring immense value not just to our external presence in the market, but also internally as we evolve our structure, ambition, and discipline. We’re excited to have him with us on this journey.”
Prabhvir Sahmey, Strategic Advisor, Huella, said: “I’m truly excited to be working closely with the transformational leadership team at Huella. Their clarity of vision and focus on building a future-ready adtech ecosystem are inspiring, and I look forward to contributing to this next phase of growth.”
9, Sep 2025
IAC-Life Donates 400 Raincoats to Mumbai Traffic Police for Ganpati Visarjan
Mumbai, Sept. 09, 2025: The Insurance Awareness Committee (IAC-Life), formed under the aegis of the Life Insurance Council that represents all life insurers in India, as part of its continued commitment to public welfare, donated 400 raincoats last week to the Mumbai Traffic Police for the Ganpati Visarjan Day. The gesture is in appreciation of the critical role played by traffic personnel in ensuring public safety during the festive season, often under challenging weather conditions.
IAC-Life handed over raincoats to the Mumbai Traffic Police at multiple locations in Mumbai on Wednesday, 3rd September 2025. The raincoats were handed over to Shri Anil Khumbare, Joint Commissioner of Police Traffic, at the Traffic Police Headquarters at Worli and to Shri Pramjit Singh Dahiya, Additional Commissioner of Police Traffic, at Bandra (West).
Girgaum Chowpatty, Dadar Chowpatty and Juhu Chowpatty are key Ganpati Visarjan locations and bearing that in mind, raincoats were also handed over to Sr. Police Inspector (Traffic) Shri Nilesh Kamble at Girgaum Chowpatty, Sr. Police Inspector (Traffic) Shri Kanhaiyalal Shinde at Dadar and Sr. Police Inspector (Traffic) Shri Salim Tamboli at Juhu in the presence of senior representatives from the Mumbai Traffic Police.
This initiative aligns with IAC-Life’s ongoing national campaign, ‘Sabse Pehle Life Insurance’, which advocates prioritizing protection and preparedness; not just for individuals, but also for those who protect us daily.
Member, Insurance Awareness Committee (IAC-Life), said, “Our campaign ‘Sabse Pehle Life Insurance’ is rooted in the belief that protection comes first and that also means supporting the protectors of our cities. The Mumbai Traffic Police spend countless hours ensuring public safety, often in heavy rains and under demanding conditions. This initiative to donate raincoats is a small gesture to help frontline workers during Mumbai’s challenging monsoon. We chose Ganpati Visarjan for this distribution as it is a time when traffic police are on the ground managing large crowds in difficult weather. Through such initiatives, IAC-Life reaffirms its commitment to community engagement and to spreading the message of safety, security, and shared responsibility.”
Shri Anil Khumbare, Jt. Commissioner of Police Traffic speaking at the event said, “On behalf of all the Mumbai Traffic personnel, I would like to thank the Life Insurance Council for their generous contribution of raincoats. We truly appreciate this thoughtful gesture, especially as our teams continue to serve the city tirelessly through the challenging monsoon. We value your continued support and commitment to those who safeguard Mumbai, day and night, in all conditions.”
IAC-Life, representing all life insurers in India, to address the challenge of life insurance penetration, has launched the Sabse Pehle Life Insurance campaign with the aim of motivating every Indian, with renewed vigour, to make life insurance the foundation of their financial journey, turning rising awareness into meaningful action.
At its core, the campaign challenges the common habit of prioritising savings and investments while neglecting basic financial protection. It reaffirms that life insurance should be the starting point of any secure financial plan providing a strong foundation for long-term goals like children’s education, homeownership, and retirement.
9, Sep 2025
Amethyst Showcases GreenEarth Mats by Bashobi Tewari
Amethyst presents a stunning collection of Mats by GreenEarth® by Bashobi Tewari from September 11th to 14th, 2025
Amethyst presents a stunning collection of Sitalpati and Madur grass table mats, runners, wall hangings and handbags from GreenEarth® by Bashobi Tewari. The collection is perfect for gifting during Puja and the festive season, combining tradition with elegance from 10.30am to 7.30pm from September 11th to 14th, 2025 at Amethyst, Whites Road, Royapettah, Chennai.
GreenEarth® distinctive, sustainable, handcrafted products are made by highly skilled artisans and only use eco-friendly materials. Combining inherited craft skills with contemporary designs help traditional village-based artisans use their expertise to make products for an urban market.
The products add an element of warmth to any interior, complementing both classic and minimalist settings. The products speak of elegant simplicity. The vision is natural, modern, and timeless.
GreenEarth® products are well regarded for its design and finesse and are sold to corporates and through craft boutiques and exhibitions. In addition to its exclusive designs, customised design for design professionals, the hospitality industry or stores are also undertaken.
Bashobi Tewari is a graphic designer by training from National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, India. She started GreenEarth® in 2000 to ensure markets for eco-friendly high-quality crafts on the one hand, and to enable artisanal livelihoods, on the other.
She has worked with all types of natural fibre and now specialises working with sitalpati and madur grass artisans. She has developed a distinct design vocabulary through the infusion of colour, treatments that enhance longevity of products, and expansion of the product range. GreenEarth® has won several design and quality awards.
9, Sep 2025
S&P’s Rally Rests on Fragile Fed Cut Bets, AI Tailwinds, and Index Flows
Market Analysis by Felipe Barragán, Expert Research Strategist at Pepperstone
“The market opened with a clear “policy-pivot” tone. Friday’s weak payrolls cemented the view that the Fed’s next move will be a cut at the Sept. 16–17 meeting, with futures heavily skewed to 25 bps and a small tail for 50 bps. It appears the market is no longer asking if the Fed is going to cut, but the question is how big is the cut. The Fed now enters blackout with CPI and PPI still to come—prints that could either lock in those bets or unravel them. As a result, the index is trading off the path of policy, not earnings headlines.
Flows added fuel. The S&P 500 reshuffle put AppLovin, Robinhood and Emcor into the spotlight ahead of their Sept. 22 inclusion. That triggered passive-flow demand and a wave of forced buying. So far it has been liquidity, not fundamentals, doing the talking. The effect spilled into ad-tech, payments and retail-trading, giving the day’s risk appetite an extra push.
AI remains the market’s north star. Broadcom’s upbeat outlook—anchored by custom AI silicon revenues—and reports of an OpenAI–Broadcom chip partnership reinforced the narrative that AI capex into 2026 is building, not fading. Investors continue to buy dips in the complex since as long as order books are growing, the AI trade stays alive.
But the air is thin. Valuations are stretched into data that can still surprise. July’s benign CPI was followed by a hotter PPI. This week’s prints will test whether disinflation is intact or slipping away. If CPI undershoots, the “insurance cut” story gains traction and multiples stay supported. If services inflation re-firms, the market’s extrapolation of multiple cuts into year-end will start to look a bit aggressive.
For now, flows, AI and easing hopes keep the S&P near highs. But with positioning long and conviction fragile, the tape is vulnerable to a single data shock or hawkish repricing that lifts real yields.
Bottom line: the rally rests on three legs—rate-cut conviction, AI’s still-credible earnings runway, and passive-flow catalysts. The first is the weakest. If CPI/PPI and Fed messaging validate the insurance cut narrative, dips stay shallow. If not, megacap leadership gets tested and valuations wobble.”
