India’s drinking culture: A reflection of societal transformation

As India positions itself as a global leader, its evolving approach to alcohol consumption signals a broader shift—one that mirrors the nation’s ambition to lead rather than follow, stated Diageo India's Amitabh Pande. (Image Source: Culture Trip)

India’s alco-bev market, valued at $52.4 billion, is expected to reach $64 billion by 2030, contributing 25 percent of all new global legal drinking age (LDA) consumers in the next five years, highlighted Diageo India’s Amitabh Pande.

10 technological innovations that will redefine Maha Kumbh 2025

With an estimated 45 crore visitors expected, this year’s Maha Kumbh Mela promises to be one of the largest and most significant in history.

From underwater drones to AI-enabled cameras, Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to redefine the world’s largest religious gathering, blending tradition with technology. Here’s a roundup of the top cutting-edge tech that is expected to transform this grand event beyond bounds.

L&T defends chairman S.N. Subrahmanyan amid backlash over 90-hour workweek remarks

The controversy mirrors a similar recent uproar over Infosys Founder Narayana Murthy's suggestion that young professionals should work 70-hour weeks to drive India’s development. (Image: LTIMindtree)

As criticism mounts over S.N. Subrahmanyan’s controversial remarks on work culture, L&T highlights its commitment to nation-building and extraordinary efforts for progress.

Steve Jobs’ wife Laurene to attend Mahakumbh 2025

Expected to arrive on January 13, Laurene Powell Jobs will stay at the camp of Shri Panchayati Taponidhi Niranjani Akhara, led by Swami Kailashanand Giri. (Image: Ford Foundation)

Wife of the late Apple co-founder Steve Jobs, Laurene Powell Jobs will spend 17 days at the Mahakumbh 2025, immersing herself in the teachings of Sanatan Dharma, alongside other global personalities.

Emami spends Rs 15 crore to rebrand Fair And Handsome to ‘Smart And Handsome’; eyes Rs 1,000 crore in revenue

Emami’s brand legacy, built with Bollywood icons like Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, now transitions to Kartik Aaryan, a face that aligns with the brand’s new vision of “Smart and Handsome.

The male grooming market is currently valued at Rs 18,000 crores and is projected to grow to Rs 32,000 crores in the next five years, says Mohan Goenka, Vice Chairman & Whole-time Director, Emami Ltd.