Swiggy launches ‘Cafe’ for 15-min snack and beverage delivery

Foodtech giant Swiggy reportedly has launched a new service ‘Cafe’ to offer snacks and beverages with a 15-minute delivery service. Available in select areas of Bengaluru, Swiggy Cafe features a curated selection of drinks like coffee, milkshakes, and protein bars from brands like Blue Tokai and The Whole Truth. Additionally, some snacks and fries are … Read more

India’s DPI is going global, says Nilekani

The digital public infrastructure (DPI) of India is increasingly finding traction in other countries and its reach is only going to increase, said Nandan Nilekani, non-executive chairman, Infosys, at an interactive event organised by online crafts platform Zwende in Bengaluru. In response to a question from Amazon Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Werner Vogels, Nilekani said … Read more

Why Are Brands Returning Back to Their Home Turf – India?

In a recent turn of events, Indian companies that once set up shop abroad are now making their way back home. This “ghar-wapsi” (homecoming) of brands is not just a cultural sentiment; it’s a strategic business move shaped by a combination of favorable market conditions, regulatory changes, and a surge in domestic investor participation. Nithin … Read more

The Secret to Building a Heroic Brand: Using Marketing for Positive Change

In the summer of 2018, a rather curious story made waves on social media: Domino’s Pizza was filling potholes across America, leaving a branded sticker on the freshly laid asphalt. This initiative, dubbed “Paving for Pizza,” was more than a humorous gimmick; it was a masterstroke in brand strategy. The campaign earned over 1 billion … Read more

SEBI introduces centralised fee collection mechanism for IAs and RAs

Market regulator SEBI on Friday announced rolling out a new system—Centralized Fee Collection Mechanism —to facilitate collection of fees by Investment Advisers (IAs) and Research Analysts (RAs) from their clients on an optional basis. Under this mechanism, clients will pay fees to IAs/RAs, through a designated platform or portal administered by a recognised Administration and … Read more

Northern Arc Capital raises Rs 229 Cr from anchor investors pre-IPO

Non-bank financial institution Northern Arc Capital on Friday said it has collected Rs 229 crore from anchor investors, days before the opening of its share-sale for public subscription. SBI General Insurance Company, SBI Life Insurance Company, Reliance General Insurance Company, Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company, Goldman Sachs (Singapore) Pte, Societe Generale, and Quant Mutual Fund … Read more

Nature, expression, spirituality–a journey through the lotus works of artist Ruchi Chadha

Launched in 2014, PhotoSparks is a weekly feature from YourStory, with photographs that celebrate the spirit of creativity and innovation. In the earlier 805 posts, we featured an art festival, cartoon gallery. world music festival, telecom expo, millets fair, climate change expo, wildlife conference, startup festival, Diwali rangoli, and jazz festival. An outstanding solo show of paintings and ceramics by artist Ruchi Chadha was recently hosted at the Visual … Read more

The EV company behind EV companies; Nazara’s gaming acquisition spree

Hello, In life, two things are certain: taxes, and shopping in the festive season. India’s ecommerce sector is poised for nearly 20% growth as the country gears up for the upcoming festive season, according to a report by logistics service provider Delhivery.  While metros like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai predictably lead in online orders, the … Read more

Bridging India’s digital divide via voice-based technology

India’s landscape today is rapidly evolving, especially with technology becoming an integrated part of everyday life, in cities as well as in the villages. As AI and digital platforms are bringing rapid changes to industries, even the most remote villages in the country are starting to see these advancements.   The increased use of new technology … Read more

IISc scientists’ breakthrough in neuromorphic computing

Scientists from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have just made a huge breakthrough in computing that could change the game for how we process data. They’ve developed a cutting-edge neuromorphic computing platform that’s set to boost efficiency like never before. The achievement is groundbreaking and has the potential to revolutionise the way we approach … Read more