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KidZania India has partnered with children’s personal care brand KT Kids to introduce the KT Kids Personal Care Studio at KidZania Mumbai, offering children a new role-play experience that combines learning with interactive play. Launched on August 2, the initiative aims to familiarise children with the basics of the personal care industry through hands-on activities. The studio has been designed to help young visitors understand how personal care products are displayed, managed and presented, while encouraging creativity and teamwork. At the new experience centre, children can take on the roles of Display Stylist and Inventory Manager. Through these activities, they…

Kids’ footwear brand Aretto has expanded its retail presence in Mumbai with the launch of a new store at Infinity Mall, Malad West. With this opening, the company now operates 67 retail stores across India, including five outlets in Mumbai, as it continues to strengthen its offline presence alongside its digital business. The new store has been designed to provide parents and children with an interactive shopping experience rather than a conventional retail space. According to the company, the outlet showcases the design philosophy, technology and functionality behind its footwear, enabling customers to better understand the features that distinguish the…

Dhoot Transmission Limited, an automotive components manufacturer, is set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on August 10, 2026. The public issue will remain open for subscription until August 12, while bidding for anchor investors will begin on August 7. The company has fixed the IPO price band at ₹829 to ₹871 per equity share. Investors can bid for a minimum of 17 equity shares and in multiples of 17 thereafter. At the upper end of the price band, the minimum investment required will be ₹14,807. The IPO consists of a fresh issue of equity shares worth up to…

By: Pratyush Bardoliwala Mumbai has always been known as the City of Dreams. Every year, students and young professionals from across India come to the city hoping to access better education, build successful careers and explore new opportunities. However, along with the opportunities that Mumbai offers, managing the cost of living has become an important consideration for many young residents. Rising expenses related to education, accommodation and daily needs have made financial planning an essential part of their journey in the city. The Cost of Chasing Better Education For many students, the Mumbai journey begins with securing admission to a…

The Tamil Nadu Budget 2026-27 is the first budget presented by the Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government led by C. Joseph Vijay. Finance Minister Marie Wilson presented the budget in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. The budget focuses heavily on welfare schemes, education, infrastructure, healthcare and women’s welfare. It is based on the government’s ‘Vetri Tamizhagam’ vision. The total spending budget for Tamil Nadu for the 2026–27 financial year is projected to be approximately ₹4.80 lakh crore, while total revenue receipts are estimated at ₹3.44 lakh crore. Major welfare announcements Gold rings for newborns: The government has launched the Thaai…

AI Generated image The government is considering reintroducing a small merchant fee on UPI payments above ₹2,000. The proposal aims to help banks and payment service providers recover the costs of processing digital transactions while continuing to keep person-to-person transfers and most low-value UPI payments free. At present, this is only a proposal. No final decision has been taken, and the government has not officially announced when or if the charges will be implemented. The proposed change was introduced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as part of amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act and related taxation laws. If…

More than 80 per cent of students enrolled in Mumbai University’s distance education programmes have been declared unsuccessful in their first-year examinations, with the results being announced more than four months after the exams were conducted. The outcome has sparked concern among students, parents and education experts. Many have questioned the quality of academic support provided by the university’s Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), while some Senate members have called for a review of the results. Mumbai University, however, has defended the outcome. The university says the figures do not mean that students failed every subject. According to…

AI Generated image If you are someone who books Ola, Uber or Rapido frequently, there is some good news for you. Imagine booking a cab to catch a flight, reach a railway station or rush to a hospital, only for the driver to cancel the ride at the last minute. It is one of the biggest frustrations for commuters using ride-hailing apps. To tackle this issue, the Maharashtra government has introduced the Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules 2026, bringing stricter rules for platforms like Ola, Uber and Rapido. The new policy introduces penalties not just for drivers, but also for…

Blue Dart Express Limited has reported a robust financial performance for the first quarter of FY27, recording double-digit revenue growth and a sharp rise in profit despite rising operating costs and challenging market conditions. For the quarter ended June 30, 2026, the company’s operating revenue increased by 15% to ₹1,658 crore, compared to ₹1,442 crore during the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year. The company also posted a significant 85% increase in Profit After Tax (PAT), which rose to ₹87 crore. The strong quarterly performance was driven by improved operational efficiency, a well-established air and ground logistics network, and…

The Essel Group celebrated a historic milestone as it completed 100 years of excellence with a grand yet intimate gathering hosted by ZEE founder Dr. Subhash Chandra. The evening brought together some of the biggest names from India’s television and entertainment industry to honour the group’s remarkable journey and contribution to Indian media over the past century. The celebration was filled with moments of reflection, gratitude and nostalgia as guests came together to recognise the vision, innovation and leadership that have shaped the Essel Group into one of India’s most influential media organisations. Along with celebrating the past, the event…