27, Mar 2025
TTK Prestige Redefines Kettles with the New Digi Kettle Collection

Hyderabad, 27th March 2025 – TTK Prestige, a household name in innovative kitchen appliances, proudly introduces its latest Digi Kettle Range, designed to redefine the way you brew tea, coffee, and instant meals. Packed with smart technology, modern aesthetics, and advanced safety features, this new collection ensures precision heating, effortless usability, and maximum convenience.

The Prestige Digi Kettle 2.0L stands out with its Live Temperature Display, which allows users to monitor heating in real time. Equipped with four preset temperature modes and a Keep Warm function, it guarantees the perfect brew every time. The 360° Swivel Base ensures easy, cordless pouring from any angle, enhancing ease of use. Designed with safety in mind, it features Automatic Power Cut-Off to prevent overheating and Dry Heat Protection to avoid operation without water. The stainless steel inner body ensures durability and purity, while the single-touch lid locking system adds an extra layer of convenience.

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Expanding its range, TTK Prestige also introduces the Prestige Glass Kettle 1.8L and the Prestige Cool Touch Kettle 1.5L, catering to diverse consumer needs. The Prestige Glass Kettle 1.8L seamlessly blends style and functionality with its sleek glass body, blue LED indicator, and metallic rose gold finish. Designed for enhanced safety and efficiency, it features Auto Cut-Off, Dry Heat Protection, and a Concealed Heating Element. The Prestige Cool Touch Kettle 1.5L, available in black and white, is a stylish and secure choice with a cool-touch exterior that makes it safe to handle even while boiling. It is equipped with Auto Cut-Off, Dry Heat Protection, and a concealed heating element, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience.

27, Mar 2025
PRONGO by PLUSS Advanced Technologies Sets New Standard for Temperature-Controlled Packaging

India, March 27, 2025 – PLUSS Advanced Technologies Ltd. has introduced PRONGO®, a new line of temperature-controlled packaging and boxes designed to maintain a stable temperature of around 14 degrees Celsius for frozen and temperature-sensitive food products. This innovation aims to address challenges in the transportation of chocolates, ice creams, dairy products, and other frozen goods like fish, particularly in high-temperature conditions exceeding 40 degrees Celsius.

PRONGO® utilizes Phase Change Material (PCM) technology to regulate temperature without relying on dry ice or other conventional cooling methods. This approach helps preserve the taste, texture, and quality of products while eliminating potential safety risks associated with dry ice.

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Samit Jain, Managing Director of PLUSS Advanced Technologies, stated, “Our focus at PLUSS is to develop solutions that address everyday challenges. Among the various products we have developed, PRONGO® is specifically designed to preserve the quality and freshness of temperature-sensitive items during transport, minimising the risk of melting, freezer burn, and temperature fluctuations that could impact the consumer experience.”

PRONGO® functions as a thermal battery, regulating heat absorption to stabilize temperatures during transit. This helps ensure that frozen and temperature-sensitive products stay in optimal condition without exposure to extreme temperature variations, preserving their quality until they reach consumers.

27, Mar 2025
Blockchain Education Gets a Boost with Binance Academy and University of Oulu Partnership

March 27, 2025: Binance Academy, the education platform of Binance, has joined forces with Finland’s University of Oulu to launch a course on “Blockchain for Business Sustainability.” This collaboration brings together Binance Academy’s expertise in crypto and blockchain education with the University of Oulu’s strong academic foundation in business and technology.

Revolutionizing Sustainability Through Blockchain

Developed in partnership with Dr. Teck Ming (Terence) Tan, Associate Professor of Marketing at Oulu Business School and Adjunct Professor at the University of Helsinki, this free, self-paced course addresses the rising demand for sustainability-focused blockchain education. It consists of 12 modules covering key topics such as supply chain transparency, renewable energy adoption, and eco-friendly business strategies. Quizzes at the end of each week help reinforce learning, and participants who complete the course will receive a co-branded certificate from Binance Academy and the University of Oulu.

“We designed this course to clarify what blockchain can truly achieve in sustainability,” said Professor Tan. “By focusing on five key areas – supply chain management, circular economy, renewable energy, ESG (environmental, social, and governance) reporting, and incentivization – we hope to showcase how blockchain technology can drive real impact.”

He emphasized that blockchain’s decentralized nature opens new possibilities for sustainable business practices. “It has been an inspiring journey to partner with Binance Academy and share insights on blockchain’s role in shaping a greener future,” he added.

Bringing Transformative Ideas to Life

Bringing this vision to life, Binance Academy worked closely with Professor Tan to develop the course, offering its expertise in educational design and blockchain resources. Through this collaboration, the course integrates academic research with real-world applications, making complex blockchain concepts accessible to learners of all backgrounds.

Stephen McAllister, Binance Academy Team Lead, highlighted the significance of education in driving blockchain adoption. “Education is key to helping individuals navigate the evolving digital economy,” he said.

McAllister emphasized that the partnership with the University of Oulu makes blockchain education more accessible and applicable to real-world challenges. “This free course will give learners the knowledge to see how blockchain can drive sustainability, helping industries become more transparent, efficient, and environmentally responsible,” he noted.

A Vision in Motion

This partnership aligns with Binance Academy’s vision of making blockchain education accessible, practical, and impactful for learners worldwide. It builds on past collaborations with leading European universities, such as the Prague University of Economics and Business, the European Business University of Luxembourg, and the European School of Management (ESCP), to offer accredited Web3 courses.

Additionally, Binance Academy’s Learn and Earn and Student Ambassador Program further enhance the learning experience, offering lifelong learners hands-on opportunities to learn and actively engage with the blockchain community. By expanding educational initiatives like these, Binance Academy bridges the gap between blockchain technology and real-world applications, empowering the next generation to drive innovation in a more transparent and sustainable digital economy.

27, Mar 2025
Honeywell and Verizon Drive Energy Grid Innovation with Cutting-Edge 5G Connectivity

INDIA, March 27, 2025 – Honeywell and Verizon Business today announced that Honeywell smart meters will now include Verizon 5G connectivity to allow both utilities and end users to remotely access essential data, better manage energy usage and resources, and streamline operations to help alleviate strain on the grid.

The Verizon-connected Honeywell smart meters provide utility companies with a highly reliable and secure cellular network capable of sending information about energy usage, grid conditions and equipment performance. This information can be fed into utility management platforms such as Honeywell Forge Performance+ for Utilities to deliver heightened operational visibility that will support energy insights, provide near real-time “bottoms up” forecast of energy demand, and help improve grid reliability and resiliency.

“Put simply: secure, reliable connectivity in smart meters makes it easier to monitor the usage of resources and the performance of utility equipment. That means we can reduce waste, unburden our grids, and generally take time and cost out of the utility management process,” said TJ Fox, Senior Vice President of Industrial IoT and Automotive at Verizon Business. “With massive changes on the horizon for utilities, connected capabilities are going to be critical for managing evolving demands for energy and minimizing outages or unforeseen maintenance events.”

“By leveraging the power of AI, Cloud and 5G, we are driving the shift to autonomy for utilities and fundamentally changing the way energy distribution is managed by offering real time connectivity,” said Amol Motivala, President of Honeywell Smart Energy. “Through Verizon 5G connectivity, we are reimagining the utility ecosystem with cellular connected smart meters that provide the needed insights to help improve grid performance and customer satisfaction.”

“With the growth of IoT solutions for utilities, there’s a clear trend toward using cellular-connected intelligence to monitor the grid for operational efficiency, health, resiliency, energy usage and overall performance,” said John Marcus, Senior Principal Analyst, GlobalData. “This is especially important as charging infrastructure and energy-management innovations continue to proliferate and are poised for rapid growth. Cellular connectivity, with its inherent security and reliability, is one of the most effective ways to enable the intelligence that can help unburden the grid and more efficiently, intelligently manage energy resources.”

The Verizon-connected Honeywell smart meters also support remote upgradability of new functionality and applications, extending the useful life of the investment and reducing the need for a technician to visit in person. With remote connectivity, customers can also anticipate fewer service interruptions and more reliable utilities.

27, Mar 2025
PingCAP Focuses on Driving Database Innovation in India at TiDB User Day 2025

Bengaluru, India – March 27, 2025 – PingCAP, powering open-source distributed SQL database TiDB, reaffirmed its commitment to driving database innovation in India by hosting the inaugural TiDB User Day India 2025 in Bengaluru on 26th March 2025. As India becomes one of the fastest-growing markets for TiDB, the event served as a forum to honour the contribution of TiDB in India. The event brought together technology leaders, database professionals, and industry innovators to explore real-world use cases, best practices, and the future of distributed databases in India’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. By recognizing the role of its users and partners, TiDB aims to further empower Indian enterprises with scalable and innovative solutions to accelerate digital transformation in the country.

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The event highlighted TiDB’s growing adoption in India and its impact on powering next-generation applications. The summit featured insightful keynotes and panel discussions led by experts from Flipkart, Databricks, ElasticRun, Mydbops, and other leading organizations, covering topics such as scaling databases, performance optimization, and AI-driven innovations. Attendees engaged in deep-dive technical sessions, networking opportunities, and discussions on the evolving role of TiDB in modern data infrastructure. Demonstrations included a live TiDB Performance Tuning session for high concurrency workloads, coupled with special recognition of the open-source community members who actively contribute to TiDB’s development and innovation. Awards were presented to community members for their significant contributions, exceptional knowledge, and passion. Over 200 attendees participated in person, reflecting the event’s broad reach and the growing interest among TiDB customers and community members.

Commenting on the event, Bhanu Jamwal, Head of India Business at TiDB, stated, “India’s rapid digital transformation is driving an unprecedented surge in data. Businesses need future-proof database solutions that can scale effortlessly while supporting real-time decision-making. TiDB’s distributed architecture and HTAP capabilities position it as a game-changer for companies looking to modernize their data infrastructure. As part of our long-term vision for India, we are targeting a 5x revenue increase over the next three years, driven by expanding our local team, deepening partnerships with cloud providers like AWS and Google Cloud, and strengthening community engagement through workshops, training sessions, and hackathons.”

Adding to this, Sunny Bains, Chief Architect at TiDB, said, “With the growing integration of RAG in AI applications to enhance accuracy, vector search has become a critical component. Traditional databases often fall short in supporting RAG-based applications. TiDB offers a unified system that seamlessly combines vector search capabilities with relational database features, eliminating the complexity of managing multiple databases. At TiDB User Day, we demonstrated how enterprises can leverage TiDB’s vector search capabilities to optimize AI performance.“

“TiDB has proven to be the missing piece in the scaling puzzle. This event provided a valuable opportunity to deepen our understanding of the product while allowing us to connect with other TiDB users to exchange insights on how distributed SQL can address the evolving data needs,” added Ajit Pendse, Director, Technology, ElasticRun.

“TiDB User Day was a great experience—getting to hear from experts and fellow users about real-world challenges and solutions was really insightful. The hands-on sessions gave me a lot of ideas to take back to my team. It’s always great to connect with the community and learn from each other,” said Raj Suvariya, Software Engineer, Stripe

As India accelerates towards a $1 trillion digital economy, TiDB remains committed to empowering businesses with cutting-edge distributed SQL technology. Through strategic partnerships, community-driven initiatives, and continuous innovation, TiDB is poised to become a cornerstone of India’s data infrastructure, enabling enterprises to build for scale, optimize performance, and drive digital transformation.

27, Mar 2025
Legrand India Earns Renewed European and International Gender Equality Certification

Mumbai, March 27, 2025: Group Legrand India, has been awarded the renewed Gender Equality and Diversity European and International Standard (GEEIS) Certification in recognition of the Organization’s policies and initiatives promoting diversity, equity and workplace inclusion. The certification was granted by Bureau Veritas, a recognized certifying body for GEEIS-DIVERSITY. Group Legrand India received its first certification in 2023 and has renewed it once again, meeting the parameters defined by the certification body.

The GEEIS-DIVERSITY certification is based on a rigorous assessment of a company’s policies, practices and culture in promoting equality and diversity and recognizes organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to creating an inclusive work environment. For Group Legrand, inclusion is built around five focal areas: gender diversity, inclusivity towards people with disabilities, intergenerational collaboration, inclusion of LGBTQ+ people origin or background, whether social, cultural or ethno-racial diversity of background.

“We are delighted to receive the renewed GEEIS-DIVERSITY certification for India, which reaffirms our commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity in our workplace,” said Tony Berland, CEO and Managing Director of Group Legrand India. “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the heart of our People philosophy and a significant pillar in our CSR Roadmap. We believe that this is critical for business success and social progress, and we are committed to creating a work environment where everyone can reach their full potential.”

Commenting on the certification, Nisha Samuel, VP-HR, Group Legrand India said “We have taken conscious and targeted actions like addressing gender imbalances, promoting intergenerational mentorship, enhancing accessibility for employees with disabilities, celebrating cultural diversity, and supporting the LGBTQIA+ community through inclusive policies.”

Group Legrand India has implemented several initiatives to promote diversity at the workplace, including a diversity and inclusion policy that promotes equal opportunities for all employees, a flexible work arrangement policy that allows employees to balance their personal and professional commitments, a gender-neutral parental leave policy, insurance policy for live-in partners, and various people development initiatives to help build a stronger diverse leadership and talent pipeline. We have two active ERGs dedicated for Diversity i.e. Ellegrand and Legrand Rainbow network.

27, Mar 2025
Fate and Destiny Collide in the New Season of Idhayam

Chennai, 27th March 2025: ZEE Tamil, one of the leading Tamil television channels in Tamil Nadu, is all set to captivate audiences with the second season of its popular show, Idhayam. Known for its unique storyline and compelling characters, Idhayam has won the hearts of viewers across Tamil Nadu. The new season will telecast from Monday, 24th March at 2 PM, On Zee Tamil.

 Idhayam saw Richard and Janani Ashok Kumar playing the lead roles. The story ended with Aadhi leaving for America, determined to erase all memories of Bharathi. With the new season premiering today, the drama takes a fresh turn with exciting new developments.

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 Pallavi Gowda will now play the role of Bharathi, replacing Janani. Pallavi has previously worked alongside Richard in a Telugu serial, making her a familiar face to the audience. Additionally, actress Pareena will be joining the cast as Aadhi’s close friend.

 The new season follows Aadhi’s life in America, where he meets his friend and eventually falls in love. The couple gets engaged and returns to India for their wedding after 5 years. Meanwhile, Bharathi continues to live in Chennai with her two children.

 As Aadhi reaches Chennai for his wedding, will he come face-to-face with Bharathi? Will old memories resurface? Can separated hearts reunite? The upcoming season promises unexpected twists and emotional moments, keeping the audience engaged.

27, Mar 2025
Primus Sangama: Revolutionizing Living Spaces in Bangalore with Multigenerational Community

Bengaluru, 27th March 2025 — In a world that’s increasingly apart, Primus Sangama brings us closer. Launched by Primus, India’s foremost name in senior living, Sangama is the Bangalore’s first multigenerational living community — where children, adults, and seniors can live in an equitably shared space. Independent, yet remaining meaningfully connected.

Much like the sacred confluence of rivers at the Triveni Sangam, Primus Sangama is a coming together of generations, emotions, and everyday life. It celebrates the quiet joy of shared moments, the independence and dignity of personal space, and the deep comfort of being near the ones you love — even without living under the same roof.

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Located off Mysore Road in Bengaluru, this thoughtfully masterplanned community features over 300 spacious homes, with a blend of senior-friendly and family-centric units across 1, 2, 3 and 3.5 BHK formats.

“Primus Sangama is our vision of a modern, multi-generational living community where families can come together, embracing the rich traditions of India’s joint family system while enjoying the independence and space of nuclear living. Each generation can thrive in their own homes yet remain closely connected within the same vibrant community. The addition of a professional service layer after completion ensures that all generations can enjoy various conveniences like a on premise restaurant, Medical Center, Event teams and Concierge, creates a truly unique product and living situation” said Adarsh Narahari, Founder & Managing Director of Primus.

At Sangama, three streams of modern living find convergence like never before — Home. Hospitality. Health. It’s not just a place to stay. It’s where elders are respected, children are raised with stories, and parents are supported — by both people, technology and professional services.

What makes Sangama a first-of-its-kind?

· Dual-Zone Design: Separate living clusters for seniors and families enable privacy, with shared community spaces encouraging connection.

· Primus Services: From nutritious home-style meals stirred to individual dietary preferences, concierge support and housekeeping, to 24/7 medical care, wellness programs and cultural events — life here is supported with a plethora of conveniences adding a deep services layer over the home.

· Inclusive, Interwoven Living: Clubhouse, restaurant, gardens, and event spaces are designed for all ages to enjoy, together.

· By addressing elder safety, family fatigue, and the fading wisdom-sharing between generations, Sangama offers a new way of living — one where “apart” and “together” find their perfect balance.

27, Mar 2025
Bombay Shaving Company and Mokobara Revolutionize Grooming with ‘Anywhere’ Kit

National, March 27, 2025 – Bombay Shaving Company and Mokobara, two of India’s most disruptive brands, have teamed up to launch the Anywhere Grooming Kit—a first-of-its-kind collaboration that redefines on-the-go grooming. This curated kit combines Mokobara’s sleek, travel-friendly design with Bombay Shaving Company’s premium grooming essentials, offering a seamless fusion of style, convenience, and self-care. Unveiled on the latest episode of The BarberShop podcast hosted by Shantanu Deshpande, the launch received a positive response, with Shantanu’s LinkedIn post about the collaboration receiving strong engagement from fans and industry peers alike.

This partnership is a celebration of innovation, bringing together two brands that are redefining their categories to create excitement and added value for consumers. Designed for modern travellers who want to stay sharp and stylish on the go, the limited-edition Anywhere Grooming Kit is integrating Mokobara’s design philosophy with Bombay Shaving Company’s deep expertise in personal care. By cross-leveraging their USP’s, both brands have crafted an elevated, high-utility travel grooming solution that delivers convenience, style, and premium self-care in one thoughtfully curated kit.

Speaking about the collaboration, Shantanu Deshpande said “The most exciting outcome of our latest podcast episode with the brilliant Mokobara founders was the creation of something truly special. Mokobara, known for its exceptional travel design, crafted a sleek and functional kit, while Bombay Shaving Company curated high-performance grooming essentials to complement it. This led to the launch of the Moko X BSC Anywhere Grooming Kit, a first-of-its-kind collaboration that seamlessly blends style, convenience, and premium self-care. At Bombay Shaving Company, we are committed to pushing boundaries and crafting innovations that truly enhance our consumers’ lives because their needs will always be at the heart of everything we do.

Sangeet Agrawal, Founder and Navin Parwal, Cofounder & CMO said: “At Mokobara, we’re obsessed with designing travel essentials that make every journey better. Partnering with Bombay Shaving Company felt like a natural fit since we both care deeply about craftsmanship, quality, and making life simpler for our customers. The Anywhere Grooming Kit is a testament to this shared passion, and we’re thrilled to bring this to our community.”

This launch comes at the perfect time, just ahead of the summer travel season, offering customers an essential, all-in-one grooming companion for their travel plans. The kit features Bombay Shaving Company’s best-in-class grooming essentials, including the Power Groomer trimmer, Sensi Smart 3 razor, Charcoal Shower Gel, Coffee Face Wash, and a 10ml bottle of Mexico perfume all curated to deliver an effortless self-care experience. These essentials are packed inside a Mokobara-designed Hanging Toiletry Bag, crafted for both style and functionality, ensuring easy access and convenience for grooming on the go.

27, Mar 2025
Airtel Launches Next-Gen IPTV Services in Karnataka for Seamless Entertainment

Bengaluru, March 27, 2025: Bharti Airtel, one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers, launched its IPTV services across Karnataka offering customers the best large screen viewing experience. Customers will get access to an extensive library of on-demand content from 29 prominent Streaming Apps including AHA, Nammaflix, Sony Liv, Netflix, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime, Zee5, 600 popular television channels, and Wi-Fi service at plans starting Rs. 699. As an introductory offer, all Airtel customers will get upto 30 days of free service on the purchase of IPTV plans which can be availed through the Airtel Thanks App.

Commenting on the launch, Rajnish Verma, CEO – Bharti Airtel, Karnataka, said, “Entertainment has long been a cherished and integral part of the vibrant culture of Karnataka. Today, we are delighted to announce the launch of our cutting-edge IPTV service in Karnataka. This service will usher in a new era of immersive experiences for our customers. With this launch, we are confident of setting a new standard for entertainment solutions that will resonate with the aspirations and desires of the people of Karnataka.”