Sony Creator Essentials Worth Considering This Summer

Summer often brings with it the opportunity to slow down, explore new ideas, and spend more time pursuing creative passions. Whether it's documenting memorable moments during a weekend getaway, experimenting with photography, recording or mixing music, starting a vlog, or simply refining your content creation skills, the season offers the perfect opportunity to bring creative ideas to life. As content creation continues to evolve, the tools we use play an equally important role in shaping the final output, combining powerful imaging, professional-grade audio, and intuitive features that help creators express themselves with confidence.

If you're looking to upgrade your creative setup this summer, Sony offers a range of products designed to support every stage of the content creation journey. From compact full-frame cameras and creator-focused vlog cameras to precision microphones and professional monitoring headphones, these creator essentials bring together innovation, performance, and versatility to help turn every idea into compelling content.

Sony Alpha 7CII: Whether you're travelling to a new destination, capturing everyday moments, or working on your next creative project, having a camera that combines professional performance with everyday portability can make all the difference. The Sony Alpha 7C II delivers full-frame imaging capabilities in a lightweight and compact body, making it an ideal companion for creators who want to shoot wherever inspiration strikes.

Featuring a 33MP full-frame Exmor R™ CMOS sensor, the latest BIONZ XR™ image processing engine, and a dedicated AI Processing Unit, the Alpha 7C II delivers exceptional image quality with intelligent Real-time Recognition autofocus across both stills and video. With 4K video recording at up to 60p, advanced in-body image stabilisation, and interchangeable lens compatibility, it offers the flexibility to create everything from cinematic travel films to professional-quality portraits with ease.

Price: INR 1,95,990

Sony ZV-E10 II: Summer often inspires creators to capture more of life's everyday moments, from café visits and staycations to behind the scenes snippets and social media content. Designed specifically with modern creators in mind, the Sony ZV-E10 II combines portability with powerful imaging features, making it easy to produce polished content without carrying bulky equipment.

Powered by a 26MP APS-C Exmor R™ CMOS sensor and Sony's BIONZ XR™ processor, the camera records detailed 4K video with impressive colour reproduction and fast autofocus performance. Creator-friendly features such as Cinematic Vlog, Creative Looks, and an upgraded battery make it easy to shoot engaging content straight out of the camera, whether you're filming indoors, outdoors, or on the move.

Price: INR 87,990

Sony ECM-G1 Shotgun Microphone: Great visuals deserve equally impressive audio, and clear sound often makes the biggest difference to the overall viewing experience. Whether you're recording interviews, filming travel diaries, live streaming, or creating tutorials from home, the Sony ECM-G1 helps ensure your voice remains the focus.

Designed with a large 14.6 mm microphone capsule and a super-cardioid pickup pattern, the ECM-G1 captures voices clearly while helping suppress unwanted ambient noise. Compatible with Sony's Multi Interface Shoe, it supports cable-free operation on compatible cameras while its compact and lightweight design makes it an easy addition to any creator's setup, whether you're filming handheld or on a tripod.

Price: INR 11,990

Sony MDR-M1: Creating great music often begins with hearing every note, instrument, and vocal exactly as it was recorded. Developed using Sony's professional audio expertise, the MDR-M1 is designed for creators who value precision during recording, monitoring, and mixing, while also offering an exceptional listening experience for music enthusiasts who appreciate faithful sound reproduction.

Featuring a specially developed driver unit capable of reproducing audio across an ultra-wide 5 Hz to 80 kHz frequency range, the MDR-M1 delivers accurate and balanced sound with remarkable clarity. Its closed acoustic structure helps minimise external noise and reduce sound leakage, making it equally suited for focused studio work, critical listening sessions, or rediscovering favourite albums with greater detail and depth.

Price: INR 17,990

Sony MDR-MV1: Whether you're producing immersive audio, mixing tracks, or simply enjoying high-resolution music, accurate monitoring plays a vital role in bringing every recording to life. The Sony MDR-MV1 is designed to deliver an open and natural listening experience, making it a valuable companion for creators working with spatial audio while offering music lovers a remarkably detailed soundstage.

Its open-back acoustic design and specially developed driver unit deliver an expansive sound field with accurate sound localisation, making it ideal for 360 Reality Audio production and critical music monitoring. The lightweight construction and comfortable earpads also make it well suited for extended creative sessions, allowing creators to focus on every layer of a recording without compromising on comfort.

Price: INR 24,990

Whether you're picking up a camera for the first time, refining your creative workflow, or producing music with greater precision, having the right tools can make every project more enjoyable and rewarding. From capturing stunning visuals and crystal-clear audio to monitoring every detail with professional accuracy, these Sony creator essentials are designed to support creativity at every stage. This summer, make the most of every idea, every moment, and every story with technology built to help you create with confidence.  

Air India Rolls Out Significant Enhancements To Its Mobile App To Elevate Customer Experience

* New capabilities to boost utility and useability of Air India’s mobile app

* In-house booking engine, payment platform enhances booking experience

Air India, India’s leading global airline, has completed the rollout of a significant set of new capabilities on its globally acclaimed mobile app, further strengthening its commitment to delivering a seamless, customer-centric travel experience. Designed and developed by Air India’s in-house digital teams, the reimagined app is built around the evolving needs of travellers, helping them navigate every stage of their journey with greater convenience and control.

By bringing together booking, payments, airport services, disruption support, baggage tracking, loyalty management and AI-powered assistance in a single digital platform, Air India’s mobile app is now a one-stop travel companion designed to make journeys more convenient, predictable and enjoyable. Some of the significant capabilities rolled out in the revamped Air India mobile app include:

An in-house booking engine that enriches the booking journey with an intuitive, fast and responsive user interface to search flights, make bookings and add ancillaries from the same platform.

An in-house payment orchestration platform that eases the payment experience and allows Air India to provide innovative offers to guests ensuring a smoother checkout process.

Disruption assistance by providing passengers support with hotel accommodation and transportation assistance contextually from the Home screen.

Dr. Satya Ramaswamy, Chief Digital and Technology Officer, Air India, said: "Our mobile app is our flagship channel for engaging with guests and one of the 140-plus world-class digital systems deployed as part of Air India's transformation journey. Every capability we build starts with understanding our guests’ needs with empathy and reducing the stress often associated with travel. The latest enhancements further simplify the travel experience—from booking and payments to airport processes and disruption support—while giving guests more transparency, convenience and control. The strong appreciation we have received from our customers inspires us to continue innovating and making the app even more valuable in the years ahead."

These new capabilities join a rich set of existing popular features, which have been significantly enhanced now for a better guest experience from the App itself. Some of the key enhanced features include:

A personalised, context-aware home screen presenting upcoming trip details, boarding passes, travel offers and destination inspiration in a simple and visually engaging format.

Customers can stay informed through the highly popular Flight Status feature, used more than 1.4 million times each month, which provides real-time flight updates, including information about the incoming aircraft operating the flight. The app’s integration with DigiYatra continues to simplify airport journeys, with over 220,000 customers using the feature every month to enjoy a more seamless airport experience.

The enhanced My Trips section serves as a convenient self-service hub where travellers can manage seats, modify bookings and access meal options with ease, reducing the need for customer support intervention.

Air India’s pioneering AI.g virtual assistant, the first generative AI-powered assistant in the global airline industry, continues to help customers with a wide range of travel queries, with 26 million customer queries answered so far. Complementing it is the EZ Booking capability, which can generate an entire travel itinerary from a few words entered by the customer.

Another customer favourite is the app’s baggage tracking feature, used more than 200,000 times every month. The feature allows travellers to monitor their checked baggage across multiple milestones, including on codeshare and interline journeys, and even supports locating delayed baggage through devices such as Apple AirTag and Google-compatible trackers.

Additional innovations include AEye Vision™, which leverages computer vision technology to retrieve travel information without manual data entry, a comprehensive notification system featuring the exclusive and widely appreciated “Boarding Will Begin Shortly” alert, and a dedicated Maharaja Club section that makes managing loyalty programme benefits simple and convenient.

Some features like My Trips, Flight Status, Baggage Tracking, Food & Beverage menu etc. are available even without connectivity with a unique off-line capability.

Today, the app enjoys a 4.8-star rating on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in India, has been downloaded nearly 17 million times globally, serves over 100,000 users every day, and has achieved a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of +61 - making it one of the highest-rated airline apps globally. The app has also received multiple prestigious international awards.

Air India encourages all guests to download the app and experience a more connected, informed and stress-free way to travel.

Apple App Store: https://r.airindia.com/h9aIP2

Google Play Store: https://r.airindia.com/h9aIo1

About Air India Group:

The Air India Group – comprising full-service global airline, Air India, and value carrier, Air India Express – is spearheading a new era of Indian aviation. The Air India story began in 1932 when JRD Tata piloted the airline’s inaugural flight and opened the skies for aviation in India. Today, Air India Group employs more than 30,000 people, operates over 300 aircraft and carries travellers to 60 domestic and 51 international destinations. across five continents.

Returning to Tata Sons in 2022 following 70 years under Government ownership, Air India Group is in the midst of a five-year transformation programme, Vihaan.AI. As part of the transformation, Air India has placed orders for 600 new aircraft. In addition to taking new aircraft deliveries, Air India is progressively retrofitting all its legacy aircraft. The Air India Group operates South Asia’s largest aviation training academy in Gurugram, India. The construction of a new flying school and a greenfield maintenance base is in progress.

With transformation underway across all facets of the business and India’s rich legacy of hospitality, Air India is committed to being a world class global airline with an Indian heart.

For more news on Air India, visit http://www.airindia.com/newsroom    

Medtronic And Apollo Hospitals Announce Strategic Partnership To Establish State-Of-The-Art Advanced ICU In Hyderabad

* New 11-bed facility at Apollo Jubilee Hills to feature integrated Acute Care & Monitoring technologies and serve as a real-world clinical innovation hub for Medtronic R&D.

Medtronic, a global leader in healthcare technology, and Apollo Hospitals today announced the inauguration of “ICU of the Future” an 11-bed, state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills. The new facility will be fully integrated with Medtronic’s advanced Acute Care & Monitoring (ACM) technologies and solutions, marking a significant milestone in collaborative healthcare innovation.

The MOU was officially signed by Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals Group, Manpreet Singh, Chief Executive Officer, Apollo HealthAxis and Mandeep Singh Kumar, Managing Director & Vice President – India Subcontinent Countries, Medtronic during a formal inauguration ceremony held at the Jubilee Hills campus.

Developed in collaboration with Medtronic’s ACM team, the initiative represents a step forward in strengthening critical care infrastructure and advancing collaborative healthcare innovation. The integrated ICU is designed to support evolving clinical needs while fostering closer collaboration between clinicians and technology leaders. By bringing together clinical expertise and advanced technologies, the collaboration aims to help enable more informed care delivery and contribute to improved patient outcomes.

“At Medtronic, we believe that meaningful healthcare innovation is grounded in strong clinical collaboration and a deep understanding of care delivery,” said Mandeep Singh Kumar, Vice President – India Subcontinent Countries, Medtronic. “This advanced ICU at Apollo Hospitals reflects a shared commitment to patient care and clinical excellence. Through this collaboration, we aim to gain valuable insights from real-world clinical environment that can help inform the development of technologies designed to support clinicians and improve patient care in India and around the world.”

Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals Group said, “Critical care is where every decision, every minute and every intervention can make the difference between life and loss. As medicine becomes increasingly data-driven, our responsibility is not only to bring the best technologies to India but to ensure they meaningfully improve clinical decisions and patient outcomes. Our partnership with Medtronic reflects a shared commitment to reimagining the future of critical care by combining advanced monitoring technologies with the expertise of our clinicians and the power of digital innovation. Together, we are building ICUs that are more connected, more intelligent and better equipped to anticipate deterioration, enable timely interventions and deliver truly personalised care. This is another step in Apollo's journey towards creating a healthcare ecosystem where technology augments human expertise, helping clinicians save more lives while giving patients and families greater confidence during their most critical moments.”

Jason Case, VP, R&D, Acute Care Monitoring, Medtronic said, "Innovation is strongest when developed with clinicians, not for them. The digitally enabled ICU at Apollo Hospitals serves as a real-world innovation hub where technology developers and healthcare professionals can collaborate to better understand critical care challenges and opportunities. Together we hope to deliver smarter, more connected solutions that will enable clinicians to personalize patient care.”

The inauguration event brought together key global and regional leaders from both organizations to celebrate the partnership. In addition to the signing dignitaries, the event was attended by Medtronic’s global leadership, including Kate Benedict, SVP and President, Acute Care Monitoring; Jason Case, VP, R&D, Acute Care Monitoring; Dev Joshua, Sr. Director, Digital Health; and Gauri Joglekar, Sr. Director, Portfolio R&D and PMO – Innovation Delivery and Divya Prakash Joshi, VP, Engineering and Board Member, Medtronic Engineering and Innovation Center (MEIC). Key leaders from Apollo Hospitals, including Manpreet Singh, CEO, Apollo HealthAxis, Mr. Tejesvi Rao, CEO - Apollo Hospitals AP&TG, Dr. Sai Praveen Haranath, Chief Physician and Innovation Officer, and Dr. Rahul Khandelwal, VP, Partnerships and Client Solutioning, were also present to mark the occasion.

All information contained herein is for general awareness purposes only, and nothing contained herein should be construed as medical advice or recommendation. Patients should consult their physician to discuss their conditions and seek relevant medical advice. Outcomes may vary depending on clinical conditions.

About Medtronic

Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic. Medtronic plc, headquartered in Galway, Ireland, is the leading global healthcare technology company that boldly attacks the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people across more than 150 countries. Our technologies and therapies treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, surgical robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring systems, and more. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and better outcomes for our world. In everything we do, we are engineering the extraordinary. For more information on Medtronic, visit www.Medtronic.com and follow Medtronic on LinkedIn.

About Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd.

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd (AHEL) revolutionised healthcare when Dr Prathap Reddy started the first hospital in Chennai in 1983. Today, AHEL is the world's largest integrated healthcare platform with over 10,400 beds across 76 hospitals, 6,600+ pharmacies, 264 clinics, 2,182 diagnostic centres, and 800+ telemedicine centres. It is one of the world's leading cardiac centres, having performed over 3,00,000 angioplasties and 2,00,000 surgeries.

For further details, log onto: www.apollohospitals.com

About Apollo HealthAxis

Apollo HealthAxis is the healthcare technology and services subsidiary of Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited, focused on enabling connected, technology-led care for hospitals and health systems. Drawing on Apollo’s deep clinical expertise and operating ecosystem, Apollo HealthAxis brings together remote patient monitoring, digital health platforms, clinical technology integration, AI-led insights, healthcare IT services and clinical support capabilities to help improve care delivery, workforce capacity and patient outcomes across India and international markets.  

India's First Private Orbital Rocket, Skyroot's Vikram-1, Eyes Historic Lift Off Of Its First Test Flight On 18 July

Skyroot Aerospace's maiden test flight of Vikram-1 will attempt to launch from the first launch pad at SDSC-SHAR on 18 July at 11:30 AM. This will be the first time an orbital-class rocket, fully designed and developed by a private player, will attempt to fly from Indian soil. Concerned authorities have issued the necessary airspace and maritime notices, formally designating the restricted zones along Vikram-1's ascent and impact corridor for launch day.

This mission is called Mission Aagaman, marking the arrival of India's private sector in the global launch business.

“We have done everything that could be done to test Vikram-1 on ground. On 18 July, we are eager to see how Vikram-1 performs in real flight environment for the first time. This is our first test flight, and we will be getting valuable data from it. This will be foundational to Skyroot's aspirations of establishing launch cadence. We are excited to see this through.”

— Pawan Kumar Chandana, Co-founder & CEO, Skyroot Aerospace.

Vikram-1, will carry technology demonstration payloads from Grahaa Space, Cosmoserve, DCubed and Skyroot's own SCOPE, along with Cosmos Diamonds' artwork "Cosmic Bloom" and a micro-art piece.

"The small satellite launch market is deeply constrained on the supply side. At the same time, the demand for services enabled by satellites in space will only continue to grow, and that is where Skyroot's opportunity lies. The clearance of Vikram-1 for flight following rigorous testing is a defining milestone in India's space journey. This first test flight marks the beginning of Skyroot's aspiration to open space for all,” added Pawan.

Mission Aagaman, meaning “the arrival”, marks Skyroot’s second mission following the successful suborbital flight of Vikram-S, the first private rocket to reach space from Indian soil, on 18 November 2022.

"What we are aiming to do on 18 July is bigger than a single launch. It represents the hopes and hard work of around 1,000 people, the contributions of over 400 suppliers, and nearly 3,000 days of resolve to build a global offering from India. This test flight will show us how every technology we have developed over the years performs in real-world conditions. With the in-flight data gathered from this mission, we will return to the shop floor to learn, improve, and build further. This test flight is the first step towards creating a reliable, on-demand launch company for the world from India."

— Naga Bharath Daka, Co-founder & COO, Skyroot Aerospace

All stages of Skyroot's Vikram-1 have been successfully integrated and stacked on the launch pad. Following which, the final integrated checks of the vehicle on the launch pad from Skyroot’s launch control centre have been completed along with the interface checks with all the telemetry ground stations and tracking radars.

Vikram-1 is a seven-storey-tall, multi-stage orbital launch vehicle built with an all-carbon composite structure and powered by in-house developed propulsion systems, including 3D-printed engines and high-thrust solid-fuel rocket boosters. Designed to carry small satellites weighing up to 350 kg to Low Earth Orbit (LEO), its first test flight is targeting a 450 km orbit at 60° inclination.

About Skyroot Aerospace

Skyroot Aerospace is a private space launch company, building the Vikram-series of launch vehicles to provide on-demand and dedicated access to space for small satellite operators worldwide.

Founded by Pawan Kumar Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka, the company aims to democratize space access by designing, developing and launching a family of launch vehicles.

Skyroot made history in 2022 with the launch of Vikram-S, India's first privately built rocket to reach space. The company is now preparing for the maiden flight of Vikram-1, its orbital launch vehicle, which will mark India's first private attempt at an orbital mission.

Vikram-1 is designed to deploy small satellites of up to 350 kg to Low Earth orbit. Built with an all-carbon composite structure and powered by in-house developed solid and liquid propulsion systems — including 3D-printed engines — the rocket is engineered for rapid manufacturing and high launch cadence. Skyroot's technology stack spans carbon composite rocket structure, and solid (Kalam series), liquid (Raman series), and cryogenic (Dhawan series) propulsion systems, all developed in-house at its 250,000 sq. ft. Max-Q and Infinity campuses in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Valued at over USD 1.1 billion, Skyroot is backed by marquee global investors including GIC, Temasek, Sherpalo Ventures, and funds managed by Blackrock. Its mission: to make spaceflight as regular, reliable, and affordable as air travel — Opening Space for All.

Sanjay Ghodawat Group And Nordstar Estates Join Forces To Power India’s High-Growth Real Estate Markets

· Strategic partnership launches Ghodawat Nordstar Pvt. Ltd. to deliver institutional-grade, ultra-HNI customer-focused projects in Bengaluru and Mumbai.

· The JV targets GDV of over INR 5000 cr through developments in well-established premium locations and key micro-markets.

· Introduces “NEVORA”, the consumer-facing brand for the JV’s residential and commercial developments.

Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG), a diversified conglomerate, has partnered with Nordstar Estates (Nordstar) to launch “NEVORA”, a next-generation institutional real estate development platform, marking its strategic expansion into India's real estate sector. The joint venture will focus on developing residential and commercial projects across Bengaluru and Mumbai and their respective micro-markets and plans to achieve a GDV of over INR 5,000 crores in the next few years.

NEVORA brings together SGG’s diverse operational capabilities and strong financial expertise spanning Aviation, FMCG, Education, Energy, Retail and Real Estate, with Nordstar’s proven track record in institutional capital management and large-scale real estate development across India and the United States.

The JV has been established to tap into India’s evolving real estate market, where institutional capital, technology adoption, and higher governance standards are redefining the sector. The move comes as the country's real estate market is projected to expand nearly nine-fold from USD 650 billion in 2025 to USD 5.8 trillion by 2047, according to a FICCI-KPMG report. The partners will focus on delivering developments that emphasize quality, transparency, and sustainability. The JV will market its projects under NEVORA, a dedicated consumer-facing brand identity to be unveiled in the coming months.

Shrenik Ghodawat, Managing Director, Sanjay Ghodawat Group, said, "India’s real estate sector is at an inflection point. Buyers today demand more than just location; they expect quality, transparency, and a seamless experience from enquiry to handover. Through this partnership, we are committed to delivering assets that are not just built to last but crafted to elevate urban living. Our focus on responsible development, energy efficiency, and technology-driven solutions reflects our vision for the future of Indian real estate."

Dhruv Dua, Co-Founder, Nordstar Estates, said, “This platform is built on the principles of strong financial discipline, development excellence, and a customer-centric approach. By bringing together proven expertise in land acquisition and society redevelopment, institutional capital deployment, and large-scale development management, we are uniquely equipped to address the needs of India’s evolving urban landscape.”

Sharab Reddy, Co-Founder, Nordstar Estates, said, "Our approach starts with disciplined land acquisition and rigorous underwriting – the foundation for every project we take on. Partnering with SGG gives us the scale and local depth to bring that discipline to two of India's most dynamic markets, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Our goal is to create communities with identity and assets that endure well beyond possession."

Ghodawat Nordstar Pvt. Ltd. is targeting premium apartments and commercial assets across Mumbai's key micro-markets, from established addresses in South and Central Mumbai to high-demand corridors in the Western and Central Suburbs, as well as emerging lifestyle destinations including Alibaug, Karjat, and Vasai. In Bengaluru, the JV will target the city's established and emerging tech-corridor addresses, building on Nordstar's existing execution footprint in the market. These regions are witnessing strong absorption rates and surging demand for quality residential and commercial spaces. The JV draws on SGG's and Nordstar's combined track record of institutional-grade developments across Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Kolhapur.

About Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG):

Founded in 1993, the Sanjay Ghodawat Group (SGG) is a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning Aviation, Consumer Products, Education, Energy, Real Estate and Retail. Under the visionary leadership of its Founder and Chairman, Mr. Sanjay Ghodawat, the Group has achieved remarkable growth, serving millions of customers worldwide. SGG employs over 11,000 people and educates more than 21,000 students across its institutions. The Group continues to drive meaningful change through its commitment to quality, innovation, and social progress. SGG has established itself as a trusted name in the Indian real estate industry, having delivered more than 12 million square feet of residential and commercial projects, with another 5 million square feet currently under development.

Website: https://www.ghodawat.com/

About Nordstar Estates Pvt. Ltd.

Nordstar Estates is an institutional real estate development platform founded by professionals with deep experience in institutional investing, land aggregation, and marquee development management across India and the United States. With over $400 million in institutional capital managed, 700+ acres transacted, and 20+ million sq. ft. of development experience, Nordstar specialises in direct land acquisition, disciplined development management, and strategic value creation. Co-founded by industry veterans Dhruv Dua and Sharab Reddy, Nordstar partners with Grade A+ developers and operates across key markets including Mumbai and Bengaluru, bringing best-in-class governance, execution, and stakeholder outcomes to every project.

Website: http://nordstar.in/   

Godrej Agrovet Appoints Gaurav Pande As CEO Of Creamline Dairy To Accelerate Next Phase Of Growth’

* To further elevate Creamline Dairy's presence across South India through innovation and consumer-centric excellence

Godrej Agrovet Limited (Godrej Agrovet), one of India's leading diversified agri-business companies, today announced the appointment of Gaurav Pande as Chief Executive Officer of Creamline Dairy Products Limited. He will lead the company's next phase of growth with a focus on strengthening market leadership, accelerating business transformation, driving innovation, and expanding the brand's presence across key markets.

Speaking on his appointment, Gaurav Pande, Chief Executive Officer, Creamline Dairy Products Limited, said "I am honoured to join Creamline Dairy Products Limited at a time when India's dairy sector is witnessing significant transformation, driven by evolving consumer preferences, increasing demand for value-added products, and greater emphasis on quality and nutrition. Creamline has built a strong foundation of trust through the Godrej Jersey brand and an integrated dairy ecosystem that positively impacts consumers and farming communities alike. Together with a well-equipped team, I look forward to shaping the next phase of growth by accelerating innovation, enhancing consumer experiences, expanding our footprint, and building a future-ready dairy business that creates enduring value for all stakeholders."

Creamline Dairy Products Limited, the company behind the Godrej Jersey brand, is one of South India's leading private dairy companies with a strong presence across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. Through its integrated dairy value chain and diverse portfolio of dairy products, the company continues to deliver high-quality nutrition while creating value for both dairy farmers and consumers.

With over 22 years of experience across Foods, QSR, and Consumer Durables, Gaurav brings a strong track record of building, scaling and transforming consumer businesses. Most recently, he led the launch and rapid expansion of a major international QSR brand in India, building the business from the ground up while establishing strong foundations for operational excellence and unit-level profitability. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles across multiple consumer categories, where he drove market share expansion and profitability improvement by driving portfolio premiumisation, innovation, and go-to-market transformation. His extensive experience in leading large consumer businesses and building high-performance organisations positions him strongly to steer Creamline Dairy Products Limited through its next phase of growth.

About Godrej Jersey

Godrej Jersey, a leading private dairy player in Southern India, has been a trusted name in the dairy industry since 1986. With a strong presence across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Maharashtra, the brand has built its reputation on delivering high-quality dairy products to millions of households.

Backed by 8 composite dairy plants and a state-of-the-art milk powder facility in Ongole, Godrej Jersey has evolved from a traditional milk business into a diversified dairy brand with a growing portfolio spanning milk, curd, paneer, buttermilk, flavoured milk, ghee, and other value-added dairy products.

Following its association with the Godrej brand, Jersey has embarked on a transformation journey that combines its longstanding dairy expertise with Godrej's legacy of trust and innovation. While retaining the iconic cow-pattern identity that consumers have recognised for decades, the brand has adopted a modern visual language that reflects contemporary consumer preferences while preserving its heritage.

Today, Godrej Jersey is focused on driving growth through premiumisation, innovation, and nutrition-led dairy solutions, with a strong emphasis on making quality dairy products more relevant to evolving consumer lifestyles.

Star Health Strengthens Virtual Doctor Consultations And Home Health Care In Karnataka

* Policyholders can call ‘Talk to Star’ at 7200 222 333 for Home Health Care and planned hospitalisation support.

* Non-policyholders can access free 24/7 Virtual Doctor Consultations through the Star Health Customer app.

Quick media bites for Karnataka

In Karnataka, Star Health recorded a 3X increase in Home Health Care utilisation for fever and infectious diseases in FY26 compared with the previous year.

Telemedicine and Virtual Doctor Consultations are seeing strong adoption, with more customers choosing them as their first point of medical consultation.

Policyholders can ‘Talk to Star’ at 7200 222 333; press 1 for Home Health Care and 2 for planned hospitalisation.

Non-policyholders can access free 24/7 Virtual Doctor Consultations through the Star Health Customer app.

As Karnataka gears up for the monsoon season, when dengue, malaria, fever and other infectious diseases typically rise, Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (NSE: STARHEALTH; BSE: 543412), one of India’s leading standalone health insurance companies, is stepping up its monsoon healthcare outreach in the state. Star Health’s FY26 Karnataka data shows a 3X increase in Home Health Care utilisation for fever and infectious diseases. Alongside this growth, the company has seen strong demand for its Virtual Doctor Consultation service across the state, with a growing number of customers choosing it as their first point of medical consultation.

Karnataka recorded a 3X increase in Home Health Care utilisation in FY26 compared with FY25. The state saw the highest number of Home Health Care cases for dengue, viral fever and lower respiratory tract infection.

The outreach focuses on early investigation and timely medical advice by connecting policyholders to ‘Talk to Star’ and Home Health Care support, while enabling the general public to access free 24/7 Virtual Doctor Consultations through the Star Health Customer app.

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Aditya Omprakash Biyani, Business Head, Karnataka, Star Health Insurance, said:

“Behind every monsoon infection is a family managing uncertainty, disrupted routines and concern for a loved one. The threefold rise in Home Health Care utilisation in Karnataka during FY26 shows the growing need for timely support that is easier to access, particularly for children, senior citizens and patients who may find hospital visits difficult. Our responsibility goes beyond arranging treatment. We want patients and caregivers to feel informed, supported and confident about the next step in their care. Through ‘Talk to Star’, policyholders can receive guidance on Home Health Care or planned hospitalisation, while the public can access free 24/7 Virtual Doctor Consultations through the Star Health Customer app. Our focus this monsoon is to help people seek advice early, receive appropriate care and recover with less stress and disruption.”

Lower costs and rain-ready care: The case for Home Health Care

Data from the National Statistical Office’s 80th round survey on household health expenditure, released in 2026, highlights the financial burden of illness and hospitalisation on households. Private hospitalisation costs an average of ₹50,573 in rural Karnataka and ₹56,930 in urban Karnataka. Healthcare expenses remain high across the board, leaving many individuals and families to cover these costs out of pocket.

The initiative brings together three timely service interventions for the monsoon season:

Unlimited teleconsultations for policyholders: Policyholders can access unlimited teleconsultations during the policy period, encouraging timely medical advice at the first sign of fever or infection.

‘Talk to Star’ for policyholders: Policyholders can call 7200 222 333 for guided support. Press 1 for Home Health Care and 2 for planned hospitalisation. The service helps customers understand care pathways, cashless processes, network hospital options and documents to keep ready.

Cashless Home Health Care: For eligible policyholders whose conditions can be managed at home under medical supervision, Star Health covers doctor-prescribed home treatment. This may include professional nursing care, routine blood tests and monitoring, IV fluids and injections delivered at the patient’s home.

Free Virtual Doctor Consultation for the general public:

For non-policyholders and members of the general public, access is available through the Star Health Customer app, where users can book a free 24/7 Virtual Doctor Consultation for common monsoon symptoms.

To access the service, users can:

Download the Star Health Customer app on a smartphone.

Sign up with basic details, including name, email ID and date of birth, to access available health benefits.

Open the menu and select ‘Telemedicine’ within the app.

Book a free online consultation with experienced doctors across relevant specialties.

As part of the outreach, Star Health is encouraging households across the region, especially those with school-going children and senior citizens, to follow a monsoon-first health protocol: do not ignore persistent fever, seek early medical advice and choose the right access route.

About Star Health and Allied Insurance: Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (NSE: STARHEALTH; BSE: 543412), one of India’s leading standalone health insurance companies, commenced operations in 2006 as India’s first standalone health insurance company. Star Health provides Health, Personal Accident and Travel Insurance to its customers. The Company has grown to emerge as one of the preferred health insurance companies in India with several pioneering products and services to its credit. With customer-centricity at its core, the Company has developed superior and innovative product offerings, service capabilities and a seamless claims management process. Star Health offers tailor-made products to cater to needs such as cancer, diabetes and cardiac illnesses, as well as specific segments such as senior citizens, women and children. Star Health is India’s first health insurance company to settle over 1 crore claims.

Star Health and Allied Insurance Co. Ltd. has a strong multi-channel distribution network of 900+ offices, over 8 lakh agents and robust bancassurance and financial institution partners. The Company has 15,000+ network hospitals and 18,500+ employees.

Talk to Star: Helping policyholders plan care with confidence: Star Health offers guided support through 7200 222 333 for eligible policyholders seeking Home Health Care or planned hospitalisation assistance. Customers can call the number and press 1 for Home Health Care or press 2 for planned hospitalisation. The service helps customers understand coverage, network hospital options, the cashless process, required documents and care pathways before admission or home-based treatment. Non-policyholders can access free 24/7 Virtual Doctor Consultations through the Star Health Customer app.