23, Jan 2026
KLAY Launches Republic Day Campaign ‘What Is India?’, Showcasing How Children Perceive The Nation At An Early Age
This Republic Day, KLAY, one of India’s leading and most trusted early childhood education and care brands, has launched its Republic Day digital campaign, ‘What Is India?’ The campaign draws from the innate curiosity of preschool children, exploring how early ideas of belonging and national identity begin to form long before children formally understand the concept of a nation.
Designed to spark reflection among parents, educators, and communities, the campaign highlights how young children perceive India—not through history lessons or national symbols, but through the behaviours, emotions, and relationships they observe in their everyday lives. By centring the voices of preschoolers, the campaign reimagines nationhood as a lived experience rooted in inclusion, care, and shared social moments.
Preschoolers may not yet grasp abstract concepts such as governance or geography. However, exposure to national celebrations like Republic Day and witnessing adults express pride and emotion naturally prompts children to ask questions about what India represents. The campaign’s central question, “What Is India?”, emerges from this early curiosity, recognising that children derive meaning from lived experiences rather than formal explanations.
The campaign is anchored in KLAY’s belief that a child’s environment plays a critical role in shaping their worldview. At this formative stage, ideas of identity and belonging are shaped through relationships, community interactions, and emotional security within familiar spaces such as classrooms and homes.
Speaking on the campaign, Arshleen Kalra, Head of Academic, KLAY Preschools and Daycare, said,
“While the idea of a nation may still be abstract for young children, they are highly perceptive to behavioural patterns and interpersonal relationships. When children witness pride in India around them, they naturally seek to understand what India stands for. This campaign interprets that curiosity through children’s everyday experiences and interactions.”
Through ‘What Is India?’, KLAY reiterates its commitment to early learning that extends beyond academic readiness to include social awareness, emotional development, and a strong sense of community. The campaign reinforces the belief that the foundations of citizenship are laid early in life—quietly shaped by the environments in which children grow, observe, and absorb the world around them.
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- By Neel Achary
23, Jan 2026
Samsung India Teases AI-Powered Cooling Evolution with Bespoke AI WindFree Air Conditioners
Bengaluru, India, Jan 23: Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today unveiled an early preview of its upcoming cooling innovations, marking a meaningful evolution in how comfort, intelligence and energy efficiency will define modern homes
With the message “The future of AI AC is coming,” the brand is setting expectations for an AC advancement that moves beyond conventional home cooling.
The teaser spotlights the Bespoke AI WindFree™ Air Conditioner lineup, combining advanced AI technology, premium design and smart connectivity to deliver a more refined home cooling experience for Indian conditions
The range will feature WindFree™ Cooling, along with AI Fast & WindFree™ Cooling+, AI Energy Mode, Preventive maintenance and SmartThings integration for optimized performance, better energy management and seamless control.
23, Jan 2026
Axis Mutual Fund Introduces Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund
Chandigarh, Jan 23: Axis Mutual Fund, one of India’s leading asset management companies, launches its new fund offering Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund an open-ended Index Fund that invests in the constituents of BSE India Sector Leaders Index. The NFO will open for subscription on January 23, 2026 and close on 06 February, 2026. The fund will be managed by Karthik Kumar (Fund Manager). The minimum investment amount is ₹100. The fund aims to provide long-term wealth creation solution to investors.
The new fund is designed to offer investors a prudent way to gain broad market exposure to India’s leading companies across 21 sectors from the BSE 500 Index. The constituents of the fund will include the top three companies based on average six month daily total market capitalisation from each of the 21 sectors represented in the BSE 500 Index. This gives the investors an access to established market leaders in their domain across the Indian economy. The fund helps investors contribute to not only the dominant sectors in the index but also niche growing sectors of the economy
Speaking on the launch, B. Gopkumar, MD & CEO, Axis AMC said,
“As markets evolve, investors are seeking innovative investment solutions. At Axis Mutual Fund, we believe that companies who lead their segments, tend to showcase strong fundamentals and resilience. The Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund provides access to sector-leading and dependable companies in their own field through a diversified framework. We believe, this fund will allow investors to participate in India’s growth-led economy and future.”
Key attributes of the fund:
- Allocation to sector leaders: The fund is designed for investors who seek broad market exposure to established leaders across sectors. Drawing from the BSE 500 Index, it will invest in top three companies from each of the 21 sectors. The sectors in this index include financial services, information technology, industrials, commodities, FMCG, healthcare, among others.
- Index Composition: The fund offers diversified exposure across large, mid, and small caps, preventing concentration risk and providing weightage, regardless of the size of the sector. It will be reconstituted on a semi-annual basis which allows the portfolio to be periodically rebalanced.
- Balanced Risk: The index is subject to minimum stock weight of 1% and maximum stock weight of 5% that are rest quarterly.
Commenting on the Ashish Gupta, CIO, Axis AMC said,
“The methodology for the Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund is designed in a way that its base universe, captures companies across the breadth of the Indian Market. By systemically identifying leading companies within each sector, the fund seeks to provide investors with a diversified exposure to established businesses through a transparent and rules-based passive approach.”
23, Jan 2026
Rohit Sharma Rallies India to Take on History in Jiostar’s Campaign for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026
Chandigarh, Jan 23: JioStar today unveiled its campaign for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup India & Sri Lanka 2026, positioning the tournament not as a routine title defence for India, but as a once-in-a-generation moment to take on history itself. Led by Rohit Sharma, the captain who won India their second ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2024, the campaign film is anchored in a powerful provocation. India’s biggest opponent in 2026 is not another team. It is history.
Titled “History Repeat Karenge. History Defeat Karenge”, the film frames India’s campaign as a face-off with records that have never been broken in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
- No team has ever defended an ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title
- No host nation has ever won the trophy on home soil
- No country has ever lifted the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup three times
As defending champions and the world’s top ranked T20I side, India are on the brink of achieving all three.
The campaign film opens with Rohit Sharma addressing the nation, not as a tactician dissecting rivals, but as a leader reflecting on legacy. While he acknowledges the strength of traditional competitors, his focus shifts to an intangible but formidable adversary. “Beyond teams and players, there is another opponent standing in our way. History,” he says.
The message moves from statistics to belief, reminding fans that cricket is not played in record books, but on the field. The film closes with Rohit rallying the nation to back a team that does not just aim to repeat history, but to defeat it.
Conceptualised by JioStar’s creative team, the campaign celebrates the sustained dominance of India’s men’s team in the shortest format, from being the number one ranked T20I side to featuring the world’s top-ranked batter and bowler. It reflects an unflinching ambition to push boundaries that have never been crossed before.
“This World Cup is unique because India isn’t just playing against a diverse array of nations; they are playing against decades of never-been-done-before,” said Siddharth Sharma, Head – Sports Content, JioStar. “Our campaign captures the intent to overcome historic odds. It’s about the audacity to believe that while history is written about the past, it can be rewritten by the present.”
The campaign follows JioStar’s recent film featuring India’s Women’s World Champions, where Jemimah Rodrigues, Shafali Verma and Deepti Sharma come together to back the men’s team. Having recently lifted their first-ever ICC title, their support marks a distinctive shift in how the women’s game has grown in stature, with India’s women’s champions backing the men’s team to go all the way in a role reversal.
India begin their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against USA in Mumbai on February 7, followed by matches against Namibia on February 12, Pakistan on February 15 and the Netherlands on February 18. The tournament runs from February 7 to March 8, with all matches live on JioHotstar and Star Sports Network.
23, Jan 2026
Saatvik Green Energy Subsidiary Wins INR 10.15 Cr Solar Module Order
Saatvik Green Energy’s Subsidiary Secures ₹10.15 Crore Solar Module Order, Strengthening Position in India’s Solar Manufacturing Market
Chandigarh, Jan 23: Saatvik Green Energy Limited today announced that its material subsidiary, Saatvik Solar Industries Private Limited, has received and accepted orders aggregating ₹10.15 crore from a reputed power EPC player for the supply of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. The orders are scheduled to be executed by February 2026.
The order win highlights the growing preference for Saatvik Solar’s world-class manufacturing capabilities among leading industry players. It further reinforces the company’s strong position in India’s rapidly expanding solar manufacturing ecosystem, reflecting continued customer confidence in Saatvik’s product quality, advanced technology, and reliable execution capabilities.
Commenting on the development, Mr. Prashant Mathur, CEO, Saatvik Green Energy Limited, said,
“These orders underscore the sustained demand for high-quality and reliable solar modules, while reaffirming the trust customers place in Saatvik’s manufacturing capabilities. As India accelerates its clean energy transition, we remain committed to delivering efficient, future-ready solar solutions and strengthening domestic manufacturing in line with the Make in India vision.”
The latest order adds to Saatvik Green Energy’s strong momentum over recent months. The company has achieved several significant milestones, including its material subsidiary securing a ₹13.80 crore solar PV module supply order from a renowned IPP/EPC player, scheduled for execution by February 2026. Additionally, its subsidiary Saatvik Cleantech EPC Private Limited won a ₹20.84 crore turnkey solar EPC order, alongside securing a substantial ₹486 crore solar module order from a leading IPP/EPC player. The company has also received solar pump orders aggregating approximately ₹30.24 crore from MSEDCL under the PM-KUSUM scheme.
On the manufacturing front, Saatvik recently commissioned a 2 GW in-house EPE film manufacturing facility, further strengthening vertical integration and reinforcing its leadership in India’s solar manufacturing landscape under the Make in India initiative.
23, Jan 2026
Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF) 2026 begins at Jyoti Chitraban, day 2 to showcase 6 films
Guwahati, Jan 23: The second edition of the Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF) opened on January 22 at Jyoti Chitraban, celebrating the richness of Asian and Indian cinema with 26 curated films to be screened over four days.
The inaugural ceremony was held on January 22 (Thursday) in the presence of eminent filmmakers, guests, and delegates. The event is being organised by Trending Now Media with support from the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
GAFF 2026 opened with the Uzbekistan feature ‘Sunday’, directed by Shokir Kholikov. The opening day also featured the India premiere of Japanese film ‘S’ by Masahiro Ota in the Asian Cinema section, and ‘An Evening Ballad’ by Bishal Swargiary in the Indian Showcase (non-competition) section.
On January 23, the second day of the festival will feature Karbi film ‘The Lost Path’ (Kangbo Aloti) by Khanjan Kishore Nath, Assamese film ‘Morning Sunshine’ (Rador Pakhi) by Bobby Sarma Baruah, ‘Cu Li Never Cries’ by Pham Ngoc Lan from Vietnam, Assamese film ‘The Woodcutter’ (Gos Kota Manuh) by Prakesh Deka and Manipuri film ‘Phouoibee’ (The Goddess of Paddy) by Rakesh Moirangthem.
The second edition of the Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF) will be held till January 25 at Jyoti Chitraban, Guwahati, showcasing as many as 26 regional, national and international films from across 10 Asian countries.
In addition to film screenings, GAFF 2026 will feature a series of masterclasses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions led by filmmakers, critics, and industry professionals from India and other Asian countries.
22, Jan 2026
Salaam Namaste Community Radio Completes 16 Years of Empowering Communities
Noida, Jan 22: IMS Noida’s community radio Salaam Namaste has successfully completed 16 remarkable years of community broadcasting and social transformation. To mark this milestone, a programme focusing on women entrepreneurship and youth empowerment was organized at the institute campus. During the event, homepreneur units such as Nani’s Potli and Aventra, along with representatives from NGOs Sadarg and Mera Sahara, shared their inspiring success stories. Discussions were also held on the preservation and promotion of Indian art and culture.
In his message, IMS Noida President Mr. Rajeev Kumar Gupta stated that it is the result of sustained efforts that Salaam Namaste has so far received four National Awards from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, for thematic interventions, community engagement, and promotion of local art and culture. Since its inception, Salaam Namaste has continuously played an active role in empowering the local community. He added that the radio station will continue to be the voice of the community, promoting social change, empowerment, and positive thinking in the years to come.
Speaking on the occasion, IMS Noida Director General Professor (Dr.) Vikas Dhawan said that the institute is celebrating the 16th anniversary of its success today. He highlighted that Salaam Namaste, the first community radio of Noida and Ghaziabad, has been broadcasting programmes focused on social issues since 2009. Over the years, the station has been honored by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, for its programmes “Chak De Chhotu” (focused on underprivileged children) in 2016 and “Salaam Shakti” in 2019. Other award-winning and popular programmes of Salaam Namaste include Second Inning Ko Salaam, Med Didi, Salaam Sehat, Radio Tuition, Salaam School, Career Express, Nanhi Awaaz Badi Seekh, and Noida Ke Saarthi.
Station Head Ms. Varsha Chhabaria shared that Salaam Namaste Community Radio works extensively in key areas such as health, women empowerment, environmental conservation, Vocal for Local, and art and culture, with a strong focus on social welfare, education, and community empowerment. Popular programmes like “Sehat Sahi Laabh Kai” (health awareness), “Maati Ke Geet” (local folk music), and “Second Inning Ko Salaam” (focused on senior citizens’ welfare) have been highly appreciated by listeners.
She further informed that in 2025, Salaam Namaste Community Radio received its fourth National Award at WAVES 2025 held in Mumbai for the programme “Med Didi”. In addition, the station was also honored by the Bureau of Indian Standards on the occasion of World Consumer Rights Day 2025 and World Standards Day for its significant contributions.
22, Jan 2026
DSCI Launches OT Cyber Security Lab with Rockwell Automation
DSCI Inaugurates Operational Technology Cyber Security Lab in Collaboration with Rockwell Automation to Strengthen Cyber Security Resilience
New Delhi, Jan 22: Data Security Council of India (DSCI), in collaboration with Rockwell Automation, today inaugurated an Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security Lab at the DSCI premises, Nasscom campus, Noida. The lab was formally inaugurated by Chief Guests Mr Sarit Maheshwari – CEO, NTPC Green Energy Limited and NTPC Renewable Energy Limited; Lt. Gen. Rakesh Kapoor, Former Deputy Chief of Army Staff and Dr R Ranjana, Director, Future Technologies, DRDO in the presence of Mr Stephen Ford, Global CISO, Rockwell Automation; Mr Dilip Sawhney, Managing Director – India, Rockwell Automation; and Mr Vinayak Godse, CEO, DSCI.
The initiative marks a significant step towards strengthening India’s cyber security posture for critical infrastructure, smart manufacturing, supply chain security and industrial environments amid the rapid digitalisation of operational systems.
The OT Cyber Security Lab has been established to address the cyber security risks arising from the increasing convergence of digital technologies and operational systems in industrial and infrastructure environments. The facility is intended to support focused research and experimentation on cyber security challenges specific to OT, with an emphasis on strengthening security practices in real-world industrial contexts.
Inaugurating the lab, Shri Sarit Maheshwari – CEO, NTPC Green Energy Limited and NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, said,
“As we are witnessing a digitally transformed ecosystem, isolated systems until now have converged to more connected systems and security must be incorporated right from the design stage. Am glad to see initiatives such as the OT Cyber Security Lab by DSCI and Rockwell Automation which will pave the way and open access to start-ups for strengthening the OT ecosystem.”
Envisioned as a national-level facility, the lab will enable industry and startups to test and validate cybersecurity solutions against real-world OT use cases in a controlled setting. It will also support training and capacity building by providing hands-on exposure to OT security tools, architectures, and scenarios for professionals working across critical sectors.
Vinayak Godse, CEO, DSCI, said:
“The augmentation of OT Cyber Security Lab reinforces our focus on securing operational technology environments that underpin critical infrastructure and smart manufacturing. The lab will facilitate startups to innovate, test, and validate cybersecurity solutions in real-world OT settings. By providing a controlled environment for experimentation and learning, the facility will help address complex security challenges and enhance national preparedness against cyber threats. I would like to thank Rockwell Automation for working with us and bringing their global expertise in industrial automation and security to support this initiative.”
“As India digitises critical operations, OT resilience becomes a strategic imperative. Securing OT demands visibility, discipline, and continuous validation, and above all, collective action. Cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and it requires the commitment of companies, industry bodies, and the wider ecosystem to build truly secure and resilient operational environments. Our collaboration with DSCI translates global OT security expertise into actionable, India-ready capabilities, helping organizations assess risk, validate controls, and build resilient operations at scale. This facility advances rigorous testing and training so organisations can better anticipate threats and reduce risk across industries,” said, Dilip Sawhney, Managing Director, Rockwell Automation India
The lab will bring together industry and startups to enable collaboration on emerging cyber threats affecting OT systems and critical infrastructure. Through this multi-stakeholder engagement, the facility aims to support practical approaches to securing industrial environments and improving national preparedness against OT-focused cyber risks.
Developed in cooperation with Rockwell Automation, the OT Cyber Security Lab has been successfully commissioned and tested, combining DSCI’s ecosystem-building approach with global expertise to deliver this capability for India.
22, Jan 2026
India’s Housing Market Normalises in 2025 as Sales Dip but Prices Stay Firm: PropTiger
India’s residential real estate market entered a phase of measured normalisation in calendar year 2025, with housing demand moderating gradually while prices remained resilient, according to Real Insight – Residential CY 2025, the annual housing market report released by PropTiger.com.
Across the top eight cities, all-India residential sales declined 12% year-on-year to 3,86,365 units in 2025, compared to 4,36,992 units in 2024, marking the lowest annual sales volume since 2022.
In the fourth quarter of 2025 (Q4 2025), housing sales fell 10% year-on-year and 0.5% quarter-on-quarter to 95,049 units—the lowest quarterly sales recorded since Q2 2023. Quarterly sales during 2025 moderated steadily from 98,095 units in Q1 to 95,049 units in Q4, indicating a re-timing of demand rather than a structural contraction.
Commenting on the trend, Mr. Onkar Shetye, Executive Director, Aurum PropTech, said,
“2025 was not a year of demand destruction, but one of recalibration. Buyers remained active but more deliberate, while developers responded with disciplined supply management. This prevented inventory stress and helped prices remain resilient despite softer volumes.”
The slowdown was most pronounced during Q2 2025, which emerged as the weakest quarter for new supply due to seasonal factors and heightened buyer caution. However, deferred demand was steadily absorbed in the second half of the year, particularly across southern markets.
City-wise Performance Highlights
City-level divergence widened through the year. Hyderabad and Chennai emerged as consistent outperformers, registering sustained quarterly and annual growth. Mumbai and Bengaluru showed volatility during the year but closed 2025 on a firmer footing. Delhi NCR remained the only major market to record year-on-year sales declines across all four quarters, reflecting prolonged consolidation.
Supply Trends
Total new housing supply across the eight cities declined 6% year-on-year to 3,61,096 units in 2025, compared to 3,85,221 units in 2024 the lowest annual supply recorded since 2021.
In Q4 2025, however, new launches rose 4% year-on-year and 0.2% quarter-on-quarter to 92,007 units, signalling cautious supply reactivation by developers.
Despite moderated sales volumes, residential prices continued to firm up across key markets. Limited ready inventory, elevated construction costs, and calibrated supply additions enabled developers to maintain pricing discipline, with minimal reliance on aggressive discounting.
“The housing market is transitioning into a more mature, execution-led phase,” added Mr. Shetye. “Growth in 2026 is likely to be driven by affordability, infrastructure-led micro-markets, and city-specific fundamentals rather than broad-based acceleration.”
22, Jan 2026
Consistent Infosystems Launches Advanced Surge Protectors for Reliable Power Safety
New Delhi, Jan 22: Consistent Infosystems, one of India’s fastest-growing brands in IT hardware, networking, surveillance, and consumer electronics, has announced the launch of its latest innovation – Consistent Surge Protectors. Designed to offer dependable power safety and everyday convenience, the new range ensures enhanced protection for modern electronic devices across homes and workplaces.
The newly launched Consistent Surge Protectors are available in multiple variants to suit diverse user requirements. The range includes 4-port and 5-port models, offered with 1.5-meter and 3-meter cable lengths, providing flexibility for different installation setups and power access needs.
Engineered with advanced surge protection technology, the surge protectors are designed to safeguard sensitive electronic devices from power fluctuations, voltage spikes, and electrical surges. Their strong and durable build quality makes them suitable for daily usage, ensuring long-term reliability and safety.
Ideal for homes, offices, workstations, and commercial environments, the multi-socket configuration allows users to connect multiple devices simultaneously, such as computers, routers, printers, televisions, and other essential electronics all while maintaining optimal power stability.
Speaking on the launch, Mr. Yogesh Aggarwal, CMD and Co-Founder, Consistent Infosystems, said,
“With the introduction of Consistent Surge Protectors, we aim to provide users with a reliable and efficient power safety solution that complements today’s growing dependence on electronic devices. This launch reinforces our commitment to delivering high-quality, practical products that enhance everyday digital experiences.”
With this launch, Consistent Infosystems continues to strengthen its portfolio of power and connectivity solutions, offering products that combine safety, durability, and performance for modern technology-driven environments.
