Vizhinjam port achieves 83rd global rank; records 123,092 TEUs monthly and expands under Rs16,000-cr Phase 2.
Vizhinjam International Seaport climbed to the 83rd global position in container ports after recording a monthly high of 1,23,092 TEUs, 62 vessels and a gross crane rate of 30.12 lifts per hour; since opening it has handled 740 vessels and 1.57 million TEUs. Phase 2 is a Rs 16,000-crore expansion within a Rs 30,000-crore investment commitment under the PPP model. The port's semi-automated operations, capacity for ultra-large container vessels, indigenous Vessel Traffic Management System, and deployment of women automated crane operators have driven productivity, safety and regional transshipment capability.

Stock markets snap rally; Sensex falls 504 points amid global weakness and cautious stance ahead of policy meeting.
Benchmark indices reversed a three-day rally as the Sensex fell about 504 points to 83,313.93 and the Nifty declined to 25,642.80 amid profit-booking. Global market weakness, geopolitical tensions, and caution ahead of a central bank policy meeting intensified risk-off sentiment; limited net buying by foreign and domestic institutional investors provided some support but did not prevent consolidation.

DeepSnitch AI presale claims DSNT utility with AuditSnitch screening, 300% bonus, and advertised high multiple returns.
The piece reports DeepSnitch AI's DSNT presale having raised $1.48M in Stage 5 at $0.03830, promoted with a 300% bonus and hypothetical 100X-500X returns, and details claimed product features including five AI monitoring agents and an AuditSnitch forensic token-address scanner that screens for honeypots, ownership traps, and liquidity issues. It also notes Tether's reported scaling back of fundraising plans and frames AI surveillance as a tool to monitor resulting liquidity and funding signals, while including a risk disclaimer on crypto volatility and investor suitability.

DeepSnitch AI presale surges 160% amid market claims; article includes risk disclaimer and no investment advice.
DeepSnitch AI presale is reported to have risen 160% with over $1.5 million raised and marketed utility in smart contract auditing and AI market intelligence. The article cites on-chain data about exchange reserves and coordinated online posts raising market concerns. It includes a clear legal disclosure: trading crypto entails high risk, the content does not constitute investment advice, the publisher disclaims liability, and the item is a third party press release not edited by the channel.

Voice-based billing AI enables SMEs to create invoices, record transactions, and fetch reports via conversational input.
Pilloo AI is a voice-driven billing and accounting agent enabling SMEs to create invoices, record sales and payments, retrieve reports (balance sheets, receivables, payables), and automate purchase and bank transaction entries by uploading bills and bank statements for instant data extraction; it requires no accounting expertise and supports conversational interactions in five Indian languages with plans to scale to over fifty.

Rupee rises amid trade-deal optimism as markets await RBI interest-rate decision while equities cap gains.
Rupee gains were driven by optimism over an India-US trade deal and lower commodity prices but capped by corporate dollar demand, weak equities and undocumented deal terms. Market focus shifted to verification and the upcoming Reserve Bank of India Monetary Policy Committee decision; analysts expect either status quo or a modest additional rate cut, with the RBI's announcement, the dollar index and Brent crude futures seen as principal near-term determinants of the rupee's trajectory.

Interim budget boosts women, youth and frontline workers with cash transfers, new youth allowance and multiple pay hikes.
Interim budget of Rs 4.06 lakh crore increases Lakshmir Bhandar monthly grant by Rs 500 (Rs 15,000 crore allocation); proposes Banglar Yuva Sathi providing Rs 1,500 monthly to unemployed 21-40 year olds until employment or up to five years (to start Aug 15 if the incumbent party returns); raises Anganwadi worker/helper pay by Rs 1,000 with Rs 5 lakh death compensation (Rs 280 crore allocation); grants ASHA workers an extra Rs 1,000 monthly; raises civic volunteer and Green Police pay by Rs 1,000 (Rs 150 crore allocation); and increases dearness allowance for government employees by four percent.

India's logistics sector needs 47 lakh workers by 2030, prompting major skilling and digital workforce reforms.
The Logistics Sector Skill Council projects a need for 47 lakh additional logistics workers by 2030 and calls for major skilling reforms and creation of a digital workforce; it has partnered with LogiMAT India to advance training, industry collaboration, technology adoption and measures to boost women's participation as part of workforce transformation.

Bharat Taxi cooperative ride-hailing launches with zero-commission model and direct profit-sharing for drivers, plus social security benefits.
Bharat Taxi is established as a multi-state cooperative under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, structured as a driver-member owned platform backed by cooperative organisations. It operates a zero-commission, surge-free pricing model with direct profit-sharing to drivers and implements driver welfare measures including health and accident insurance, retirement savings and dedicated support centres, while planning phased nationwide expansion and cross-jurisdictional cooperative operation.

G Square Group acquires historic 5 acre TVS founder land in Madurai for residential commercial plotted development.
G Square Group acquired a 5 acre heritage land parcel in Madurai from the TVS founder's legacy for 167 crore and will develop it as G Square Temple View Square (TVS), allocating 1.63 acres to residential use, 2 acres to commercial use and 1.37 acres to infrastructure. The project comprises 55 plots (50 residential, 5 commercial) with residential pricing from 15,990 per sq. ft. and commercial pricing from 25,990 per sq. ft. The developer commits to a no cash policy, clear documentation, transaction transparency and post purchase construction support.

Mumbai Climate Week spotlights extreme heat and climate inequality through a Civic Studios short film to spur local action.
Urban heat and climate inequality are highlighted through a Civic Studios short film that dramatizes how extreme heat disproportionately burdens frontline urban workers, using storytelling to expose invisible labour and prompt public awareness of heat vulnerability as a social and policy concern; these cultural interventions are presented as complements to policy dialogues on urban resilience and locally rooted climate solutions during Mumbai Climate Week.

Healthcare career platform Jobslly launches to connect verified healthcare professionals with upskilling and global job opportunities.
Jobslly is a dedicated career platform matching healthcare professionals with 100% verified clinical and non-clinical job opportunities domestically and internationally, addressing regulatory complexity and credentialing requirements, providing resume curation, expert support and AI-driven upskilling and job matching for placements in hospitals, pharma, biotech, CROs and consulting firms.

China's full stack AI model offered as a scalable path for ASEAN industrial transformation via tech transfer and platform co development.
BEDI presented a full stack operational model-"one AI foundation + two industry platforms"-delivering integrated services across data, computing, models, and applications in healthcare, audiovisual AIGC, and traditional manufacturing, with deployments including the Beijing Digital Economy Computing Power Center, an agent development platform at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital, and the Foshan manufacturing demonstration base leveraging the Nanhai Guicheng Intelligent Computing Center to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and support scalable industry transformation.

Thums Up launches 'Taste the Thunder' anthem with Hanumankind and Vishal Dadlani to lead its summer campaign.
Thums Up released the "Taste the Thunder" anthem featuring Hanumankind and Vishal Dadlani, produced with WPP Ogilvy and Universal Music Group, to anchor a summer multimedia campaign during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. The anthem integrates hip hop, rock, Hindi lyrics, and notable sports personalities to amplify youth engagement, while a refreshed visual identity and logo align the brand's creative expression with the campaign's bold positioning.

Eaton's aerospace partnerships expand aftermarket services and regulatory-compliant USM distribution in Asia-Pacific under MOUs and pricing agreements.
Eaton expanded its Asia-Pacific aerospace aftermarket presence by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with Satair to distribute Eaton-repaired OEM-quality Used Serviceable Material in China-leveraging Eaton's OEM expertise, Satair's distribution and Airbus' lifecycle program while ensuring CAAC regulatory compliance-and by entering a two-year pricing agreement with ST Engineering for OEM MRO repairs starting in 2026, strengthening regional joint ventures that provide MRO and repair services.

Chinese drama 'Born to Be Alive' spotlights wildlife rangers and conservation, drawing strong audience interest.
iQIYI premiered "Born to Be Alive," a long-form drama focusing on wildlife rangers in 1990s Sanjiangyuan that foregrounds conservation, filming 188 days on location to capture patrols and confrontations, and presents early platform metrics-over 2 million advance reservations and a content popularity index above 8,500-as indicators of strong audience engagement and the company's investment in socially resonant storytelling.

Dewar's Discoveries showcased bespoke whisky-led cocktail experiences and culinary pairings to deepen consumer engagement.
DEWAR'S Discoveries partnered as Principal Experience Partner at The Gathering in Mumbai, delivering four bespoke bars with curated whisky-led cocktail menus and multi-course pairings as part of the "Here's to the Story" campaign. The activation emphasized storytelling, precision in culinary pairing, and immersive co-created spaces, leveraging chef and cultural collaborations, workshops and performances to drive consumer engagement and intended expansion of experiential activations across key Indian markets.

International Fleet Review 2026 in Visakhapatnam will showcase naval diplomacy and strengthen maritime partnerships and interoperability.
International Fleet Review 2026 will assemble warships and delegations at Visakhapatnam from 15 to 25 February as a structured forum for professional exchange, ceremonial engagement, and maritime cooperation, promoting interoperability, confidence building, and trust based partnerships across the Indo Pacific.

Hexaware reports CY25 revenue and EBITDA growth, details cash position and discloses forward-looking risks and non GAAP use.
Hexaware reported CY25 consolidated revenue of USD 1,537.4 million (7.6% YoY), Q4CY25 revenue of USD 389.0 million (4.5% YoY), CY25 EBITDA of USD 263.3 million (15.9% YoY) and PAT of USD 157.0 million (12.1% YoY). The release discloses key operational metrics, liquidity (USD 237 million cash), dividend per share and recent client wins, and includes forward-looking statements identifying material risks and a non-GAAP disclaimer cautioning that supplemental measures should not replace GAAP financials.

Indonesia tourism targets 40,000 Indian arrivals through OTM Mumbai and Chennai sales mission in 2026 initiative
The Ministry of Tourism ran a Chennai Sales Mission and exhibited at OTM Mumbai with 30 Indonesian stakeholders, targeting IDR 48 billion in potential transactions and an estimated 40,000 Indian tourist arrivals in 2026, citing prior OTM outcomes and rising Indian visitor numbers to justify the campaign and using the Wonderful Indonesia brand with embassy and consulate support.