14, Jul 2026
India’s Services Sector Gains Momentum as 14 Segments See Double-Digit Growth
New Delhi, July 14: As many as 14 out of 19 services sub-sectors have recorded double-digit growth, reflecting the strong performance and expanding contribution of the services sector to India’s economy.
According to the latest data shared by the Centre, several key segments within the services industry have witnessed significant growth, supported by rising demand, increased digital adoption, and improved business activity.
The strong performance across multiple sub-sectors highlights the resilience of India’s services ecosystem and its growing role in driving economic expansion and employment generation.
Officials said continued growth in areas such as technology, professional services, trade, and other service-related activities is strengthening India’s position as a major global services hub.
The government added that ongoing reforms, digital initiatives, and policy support are expected to further boost the services sector and create new opportunities for businesses and workers.
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- By Neel Achary
14, Jul 2026
Spinny and Sachin Tendulkar bring the God Promise to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
Hyderabad, 14th July: Spinny has extended its acclaimed “God Promise” campaign featuring Sachin Tendulkar to Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, strengthening its presence in one of India’s most significant markets for organised used-car transactions.
Launching in Telugu with an original soundtrack composed by singer-composer Kasyap, the campaign has been thoughtfully adapted for audiences across the region. Rolling out across television, transit and out-of-home media, it brings local cultural nuances to the forefront while reinforcing Spinny’s commitment to making car selling simpler, fairer and more transparent through SellRight by Spinny.
At the heart of the campaign is the phrase “God Promise”—a familiar expression of honesty and sincerity across Indian households. Spinny reimagines this everyday promise as its commitment to trust, transparency and reliability, brought to life by Sachin Tendulkar, whose enduring reputation for integrity reflects the values at the core of the brand.
Hyderabad has been one of Spinny’s defining markets since its inception and continues to play a pivotal role in the company’s growth. Today, Spinny serves customers across the region through four Spinny car hubs in Hyderabad and Spinny Park in Visakhapatnam/Vizag, delivering a seamless omnichannel experience built around convenience, transparency and confidence.
Through SellRight by Spinny, customers can sell their cars through doorstep evaluations or at designated hubs across Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam. Every transaction is backed by Spinny’s Seller Protection Policy, along with data-driven price discovery, instant payments and seamless RC transfer support, ensuring sellers realise the right value for their cars with greater confidence, convenience and peace of mind. Beyond Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam, Spinny also sources vehicles from key Tier-2 markets including Vijayawada, Guntur and Warangal, further strengthening its presence across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
On the buying side, every Spinny car is backed by the company’s Integrated Restoration Centres (IRCs), where skilled refurbishment teams carry out rigorous multi-point inspections and structured restoration processes to deliver consistent quality and peace of mind.
Spinny today sells over 10,000 cars every month, with an increasing number of customers beginning their purchase journey online. Since inception, the company has inspected more than 9 lakh vehicles and served over 2 lakh customers across India. With 57+ car hubs, parking capacity for nearly 10,000 cars, and operations spanning 76 cities, Spinny has built one of India’s largest organised used-car retail networks.
The momentum is equally evident in Hyderabad. Over the past year, Spinny recorded approximately 10,000 transactions in the city, with 62% of customers purchasing their first car through the platform. Additionally, 53.5% of customers chose financing through Spinny, benefiting from the lowest EMIs, along with a 3-year warranty and a 5-day money-back guarantee, reflecting the growing confidence in organised used-car ownership.
Speaking on the campaign, Sachin Tendulkar said:
“The ‘God Promise’ connects naturally with people because it comes from honesty and trust—values I’ve always believed in. Cars carry memories and milestones, and this campaign reflects the emotional and practical confidence people look for today.”
Niraj Singh, Founder and CEO, Spinny, added: “Hyderabad has been one of Spinny’s largest markets since our inception and has played a defining role in our journey. The city has consistently embraced innovation and trust-led experiences, helping shape the future of organised used-car transactions in India.
With SellRight by Spinny and the ‘God Promise’ campaign, we are strengthening our commitment to making car selling simpler, fairer and more transparent for customers across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. As we continue to expand our presence in the region, our focus remains on delivering convenience, confidence and trust at every step of the journey.”
With the launch of the Telugu edition of the God Promise campaign, Spinny reinforces its commitment to making trust feel local and car selling feel effortless. Through SellRight by Spinny, the company continues to help customers across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana sell their cars with confidence, transparency and peace of mind.
14, Jul 2026
Hockey India Names Squads for Maiden Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship
New Delhi, July 14: Hockey India has announced the squads for the inaugural Youth Hockey5s Asian Championship, selecting a group of talented young players to represent the country in the continental tournament.
The championship will provide an important platform for emerging hockey players to gain international experience and compete against some of the best youth teams from across Asia.
The selected squads were finalised after evaluating players’ performances, skills, and overall potential through national-level competitions and development programmes. Hockey India said the tournament will help identify and nurture future stars of Indian hockey.
With its fast-paced format and focus on skill, speed, and teamwork, Hockey5s has emerged as an exciting version of the sport, attracting growing interest among young athletes worldwide.
Hockey India expressed confidence in the selected players and said their participation in the maiden championship will contribute to the continued growth and development of hockey in the country.
14, Jul 2026
Sensex Falls Over 560 Points as Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on Markets
Mumbai, July 14: Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp decline on Tuesday, with the BSE Sensex falling more than 560 points and the NSE Nifty slipping below the 24,100 mark amid rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
Investor sentiment remained subdued as concerns over escalating regional tensions triggered cautious trading across global and domestic markets. Selling pressure was seen in several key sectors, reflecting increased risk aversion among investors.
Market experts said uncertainty surrounding the geopolitical situation and its potential impact on global crude oil prices and economic stability contributed to the decline in benchmark indices.
Despite the day’s weakness, analysts believe market movements will continue to be influenced by global developments, corporate earnings, and macroeconomic indicators in the coming sessions.
Investors have been advised to remain cautious and focus on long-term investment strategies while closely monitoring international market trends and geopolitical developments.
14, Jul 2026
Long Shadow of Empire: Experts to Examine India–UK Colonial Legacy at New Delhi Dialogue
New Delhi , July 14: As India and the United Kingdom embark on a new chapter in bilateral economic relations following the signing of the India–UK Free Trade Agreement , historians, economists, trade policy experts and legal scholars will come together for a public dialogue titled “Terms of Trade: India, Britain, and the Long Shadow of Empire” on 17 July 2026 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
Organised by Urzu Media Solutions Pvt. Ltd., the half-day conference will examine how history continues to shape contemporary trade, economic policy and diplomatic engagement between former colonial powers and post-colonial nations. Bringing together experts from diverse disciplines, the dialogue aims to foster informed, evidence-based discussion on the humanitarian, historical, economic and legal dimensions of India–UK relations in the context of the recently concluded FTA.
While the agreement has largely been discussed in terms of trade, investment and market access, the conference seeks to broaden the conversation by exploring how historical experiences, economic thought and public policy intersect in shaping modern international partnerships. Through expert-led discussions, participants will examine the evolving nature of bilateral relations and consider how history can inform future policymaking.
The conference will feature a distinguished panel of speakers representing economics, trade policy, history and constitutional law:
Dr. Charan Singh is an eminent economist and Founder-CEO of the EGROW Foundation. He has served as Chairman of Punjab & Sind Bank, Senior Economist at the International Monetary Fund, Research Director at the Reserve Bank of India, and faculty member at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. His work spans banking, financial sector reforms, macroeconomics and public policy.
Prof. Abhijit Das is one of India’s foremost international trade policy experts, with more than two decades of experience in WTO negotiations and trade policy. Former Head of the Centre for WTO Studies at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade , he has been part of India’s official delegations to multiple WTO Ministerial Conferences and has authored several books and research publications on international trade and multilateral negotiations.
Prasenjit K. Basu is an economist, author and public policy commentator whose work focuses on macroeconomics, financial markets and long-term economic development. Author of India Reborn and Asia Reborn, he has advised governments, multinational corporations and financial institutions on economic policy and investment strategy.
Prof. Prabhu Mohapatra is a distinguished historian and former Professor and Head of the Department of History at the University of Delhi. Widely recognised for his scholarship on labour history, migration, colonial governance and modern South Asian history, his research has significantly contributed to understanding the socio-economic dimensions of colonial India.
Colin Gonsalves is a Senior Advocate at the Supreme Court of India and Founder of the Human Rights Law Network . One of India’s leading constitutional and human rights lawyers, he has been associated with several landmark cases relating to labour rights, social justice, civil liberties and access to justice.
Chandini Jaswal is a Communications Team Member at the Museum of British Colonialism, a Core Team Member at Karwaan Heritage, India, and a Graduate Associate with the Association for Global Political Thought at Harvard University. Her research and public history work explore the intertwined histories of colonialism, memory, and the Indian subcontinent, with a particular focus on women’s histories in early modern India, visual and material culture, and documented oral histories of the 1947 Partition.
The conference will be conducted as an interactive panel discussion followed by a moderated audience and media question-and-answer session. The event is expected to bring together policymakers, academics, researchers, diplomats, industry representatives, students, civil society organisations and members of the media for a multidisciplinary exchange of ideas.
Attendance is by prior registration and confirmed invitation.
14, Jul 2026
Philips Unite LED brings new energy and seamless collaboration capabilities to government offices with a 135” All In One display solution
The municipal government offices in Leer, Germany, selected the award winning Philips Unite LED 6000 Series All In One display from PPDS to transform their meeting room capabilities. Elevating presentations, council sessions, and hybrid collaboration, the solution delivers a high performance visual experience that takes communication to the next level
Amsterdam, July 14: PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays, is excited to announce that its advanced Philips Unite LED 6000 Series All In One solution has been selected to deliver ‘transformational’ meeting room capabilities and experiences at the upgraded Leer Municipal government offices in Germany.
Leer Municipal – based in the Rathaus – serves as the central administrative hub for the town of Leer, a short drive from the Dutch border in the historic region of East Frisia. It serves as the seat of local government where the mayor and administration oversee key decisions, manage local services, and handle civic matters for the community.
As part of its ongoing focus on improving operational performance and workplace efficiency, the Leer Municipal team set out to modernise its central meeting room with a new visual solution that leverages the latest innovations in display technology and collaboration functionalities. Working with local integrator, LS IT & Media, the requirements were clear: to take presentations, council work, and hybrid meetings to the next level.
Future ready
Concluding extensive fact finding and site visits, the 135” Philips Unite LED 6000 Series All In One display from PPDS was immediately identified as the standout choice to achieve the team’s high expectations and ambitions.
Built for reliability, the Philips Unite LED 6000 Series AIO – which is designed for fast and hassle free installation – was selected, in part, due to its outstanding image quality, reliability, and focus on energy efficiency and business sustainability.
With full HD resolution, 900 cd/m² brightness, and a fine 1.5mm pixel pitch, the display delivers outstanding image quality even in bright environments, with even the smallest details – such as numbers on a spreadsheet – presented with crystal clear quality.
Seamless flexibility, usability, and sustainability
The rich colour depth, wide viewing angles, and durable design offered by the Philips Unite 6000 Series All In One make it particularly well suited for municipal meeting spaces with demanding visual requirements.
The integrated media player, broad connectivity options – including HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C, and audio – and the included wall mounting system ensure flexible use and smooth integration into existing setups.
Supporting the Leer Municipal team’s focus on sustainability, the 135” Philips Unite LED 6000 Series AIO has been created with business sustainability in mind, consuming less energy versus comparable models, including just 0.5 watts in ‘ultra low’ standby mode. This feature not only helps in lowering operational costs but also supports sustainability goals by reducing environmental impact and total cost of ownership.
PPDS Partner, LS IT & Media, oversaw the entire process, from planning and component selection through to installation and commissioning, ensuring seamless alignment with the full meeting room solution.
Advanced audio and video conferencing
Providing an unmissable and highly versatile centrepiece, the overall solution also incorporates a professional AVer PTZ camera for hybrid collaboration, two Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling Medium ceiling microphones for comprehensive room audio coverage, a high performance conferencing PC, and Dante audio technology for lossless signal transmission. Together, these elements create a meeting environment that combines exceptional visual performance with advanced audio and video conferencing capabilities.
The installation has added significant value for the city of Leer, including enhanced visibility for all participants, seamless hybrid meeting support, clear voice capture without the need for table microphones, and expanded functionality such as recording and AI powered transcription via tools like tucan.ai.
The modular and scalable AV infrastructure also ensures the system is well prepared for future needs.
Eckhard Groen, a member of the management team at LS IT & Media, commented: “With the Philips 135” Unite LED wall as the visual centrepiece, a modern, high performance meeting room was created that sets new standards for the Leer Municipal committee work.
“The high quality image quality of the Philips Unite LED All In One, combined with professional audio and video technology, enables efficient, transparent, and contemporary council work.”
14, Jul 2026
Europe Heatwave Claims Over 10,000 Lives in a Week, Elderly Most Affected
New Delhi, July 14: An intense heatwave that swept across Europe during the last week of June has claimed more than 10,650 additional lives across 27 countries, raising fresh concerns over the growing impact of extreme weather events.
According to scientific estimates, the excess deaths were recorded between June 22 and June 28, a figure experts say is significantly higher than what is normally expected during this period.
The elderly were the worst affected, with over 9,000 of the deaths reported among people aged 65 years and above. Health experts said older adults are more vulnerable to prolonged exposure to extreme heat, especially those suffering from heart disease, respiratory illnesses, and other chronic health conditions.
The record-breaking temperatures disrupted normal life in several European countries and prompted authorities to issue heat alerts, strengthen emergency health services, and advise people to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.
Climate experts have warned that the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves underline the growing impact of climate change, highlighting the need for stronger preparedness and public health measures to protect vulnerable populations during extreme weather events.
14, Jul 2026
Rungta Tea Brings Business Coach CA Rahul Malodia to Train 250 Trade Partners on Profitability
New Delhi, July 14: Rungta Tea Private Limited recently hosted a virtual training session, bringing together 250 stakeholders from across its distributor network, retail partners, and internal team for a three-hour capability-building programme led by CA Rahul Malodia, a business coach and chartered accountant known for his work with small and mid-sized enterprises. The session, titled Business Mein Profit Kaise Badhaayein, focused on practical approaches to improving profitability and building more structured, less owner-dependent business operations.
Rahul Malodia is widely recognised for his Vyapari to CEO framework, a transformation model that trains business owners to move from hands-on, transaction-by-transaction management toward a more strategic leadership approach. The framework addresses four core areas of business operation, including building independent teams that do not require constant owner supervision, strengthening cash flow and financial discipline, structuring sales and marketing processes rather than relying on individual relationships, and shifting the underlying mindset from daily firefighting to long-term planning.
For Rungta Tea, the session forms part of a broader effort to invest in the commercial capability of the network that carries its brand to market. Many of the company’s distributor and retail partners operate as small, family-run businesses themselves, and the training was designed to give them practical tools to manage their operations more efficiently, independent of the specific product categories they deal in. Internal stakeholders from Rungta Tea also took part, reflecting the company’s view that the principles of structured growth apply equally within its own organisation.
“Our distributors and retailers are not just business partners, they are family-run enterprises navigating the same challenges we once did. Bringing in a coach of CA Rahul Malodia’s calibre was a deliberate decision. If a session can give even a handful of our partners the tools to run their businesses with more structure and less daily firefighting, the impact will far outlast the four hours we spent together.”— Girjesh Rungta, Founder and Managing Director, Rungta Tea
The session included four hours of live training, access to future live sessions, lifetime access to a community of participants, more than three business e-books, and a live question and answer segment, giving attendees both immediate learning and continued access to resources beyond the day of the session.
Rungta Tea has built its multi-state presence across North and East India over 25 years on a distribution model rooted in long-term trade relationships. The decision to sponsor a dedicated training session for its partner network reflects the same underlying philosophy that has shaped its expansion to date, that the strength of the brand is tied directly to the strength and capability of the people who represent it in the market.
14, Jul 2026
India Joins Global Shift Towards Higher Ethanol-Blended Fuel
New Delhi, July 14: India is among several countries accelerating the adoption of higher ethanol-blended fuels, with the transition to E20 emerging as a key step towards enhancing energy security, reducing fuel imports, and promoting cleaner transportation.
Several nations across the world have increased ethanol blending in petrol as part of their efforts to cut carbon emissions, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and support sustainable energy goals. India’s move towards E20 aligns with this global trend and reflects its commitment to expanding the use of renewable fuels.
Experts believe that higher ethanol blending offers multiple benefits, including lower greenhouse gas emissions, improved energy independence, and increased demand for agricultural produce used in ethanol production, providing additional income opportunities for farmers.
The transition is also expected to strengthen India’s biofuel ecosystem by encouraging investments in ethanol production, fuel infrastructure, and compatible vehicle technologies.
As countries continue to adopt cleaner energy solutions, India’s E20 programme is expected to play a significant role in supporting the nation’s long-term energy transition while contributing to global sustainability efforts.
14, Jul 2026
Google Deepens AI Push in India with New Tools and Strategic Partnerships
New Delhi, July 14: Google has announced a series of new artificial intelligence (AI) tools and strategic partnerships to accelerate AI adoption and innovation across India, reinforcing its commitment to the country’s rapidly growing digital ecosystem.
The technology giant said the new initiatives are aimed at empowering developers, startups, businesses, researchers, and students with advanced AI capabilities. The partnerships will focus on expanding access to AI technologies, promoting responsible AI development, and supporting the creation of innovative solutions for real-world challenges.
Google noted that the initiatives will help strengthen AI applications across key sectors, including healthcare, education, agriculture, financial services, and public administration, enabling organisations to improve productivity and deliver better digital services.
The company also plans to work closely with industry partners, academic institutions, and the startup ecosystem to enhance AI research, encourage skill development, and prepare a future-ready workforce equipped with emerging technologies.
The latest announcements underscore Google’s long-term commitment to India’s digital transformation and are expected to boost innovation, create new opportunities for entrepreneurs and developers, and further position India as a leading global hub for artificial intelligence.
