Tanishq Introduces ‘Mriganka’ – A Festive Collection That Transports You To A Mystical Realm

With fantastical motifs, dramatic silhouettes and a fashion-first design language, Mriganka takes festive jewellery into the realm of imagination and wonder

 

As the festive season draws near, Tanishq, India’s largest jewellery retail brand from the House of Tata, introduces its festive highlight of the season, ‘Mriganka’, a collection inspired by mythical worlds and imaginative realms. The latest collection is a gateway into the mystical lands and a realm where floating palaces, celestial gardens, and ethereal creatures come alive in gold. Inspired by India’s age-old love for storytelling and symbolism, each piece in Mriganka is a poetic tribute to the festive spirit. Bringing this world to life is former Miss World and actor Manushi Chhillar, who perfectly embodies the spirit of Mriganka — bold, imaginative, and strikingly otherworldly.

 

The idea was to create a visual world that transcends trends, where every element, be it a mystical 3D bird or a palace of brilliance, evokes a sense of wonder and presence. Inspired by mythical creatures and fantastical blooms, Mriganka is crafted to be as spectacular as imagination, as sublime as dreams.

 

Crafted using advanced techniques such as stone-on-stone jadau, Badroom, Chandak, Ras Rava, and intricate jaali layering, the collection features an eclectic mix of coloured kundan, enamel detailing & 3D motifs. Each piece a portal that transports the wearer into the fantastical world of Mriganka, where myth and artistry entwine. Whether it’s cascading harams echoing the grandeur of a palace, statement rings inspired by mythical creatures, or versatile pendant sets designed for multiple styles, Tanishq’s Mriganka offers a diverse yet cohesive experience, reimagining festive jewellery for the modern Indian woman.

Mriganka is a testament to Tanishq’s unique ability to translate imagination into intricate, wearable art where mastery in craft meets the magic of storytelling to create something truly otherworldly.

Speaking about the collection, Revathi Kant, Chief Design Officer, Titan Company Limited, said “At the onset of the festive season, we are delighted to introduce ‘Mriganka’ an opulent celebration of imaginative world of our dreams, painted with the rich heritage of our Indian stories and tales. This collection is set in the magical land, where majestic palaces peek through clouds, mystical beings of exquisite beauty, and rare exotic blooms come alive in gold. Every piece is infused with mystical charm, crafted with intricate artistry; from high-brilliance of Kundan, coloured stones and accents of enamel, to sculptural 3D forms and layered textures — help capture the beauty of this magical world in products that are bold, expressive, and fashion-forward in spirit. It is only through Tanishq’s deep design expertise, legacy of intricate craftsmanship, and creative vision that a fantastical universe like Mriganka can be transformed into wearable works of art. With this collection, we offer our consumers not just jewellery, but an invitation into a world of wonder; one that elevates the festive experience with joy, beauty, and awe. Mriganka is imagined from another realm, created to delight the senses and celebrate the many moods of modern festivity.”

 

Designed across varied price points, Mriganka offers beautifully crafted jewellery that reflects Tanishq’s signature blend of design and meaning. Whether chosen as a gift or a personal treasure, it invites women to celebrate Diwali with pieces that are timeless, expressive, and made to be cherished.

Samsung Launches Fourth Edition Of Walk-A-Thon India On World Heart Day; Winners To Get Galaxy Watch8

• Users can register for the Walk-a-thon India challenge on the Samsung Health app

• Three lucky winners to get Galaxy Watch8 and all other finishers will get assured coupons worth up to INR 15000 for the purchase of Galaxy Watch8 series

• Galaxy Watch8 Series monitors heart rate using its BioActive Sensor and the Samsung Health app provides users multiple heart health insights

• Participants need to opt in and complete 200000 steps within the 30-day period to qualify for exciting rewards

 

Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of the fourth edition of ‘Walk-a-thon India’, a campaign designed to motivate India to get healthier and fitter ahead of the World Heart Day. 

 

The challenge will kick off on World Heart Day, September 29, and continue through October 28, 2025. Participants need to opt in and complete 200000 steps within the 30-day period to qualify for exciting rewards. All finishers will be eligible for assured prizes. Three lucky winners will win the Galaxy Watch8, while the rest of the finishers will receive discount coupons worth up to INR 15000 for purchasing the new Galaxy Watch8 series. With the Walk-a-thon, Samsung aims to make fitness and heart health rewarding for everyone.

 

How to participate

The 30-day steps challenge will be hosted exclusively on the Samsung Health app, which is available on Samsung Galaxy smartphones. The steps taken by user shall be counted only from the time the user joins the challenge. Participants can monitor their progress through a real-time leaderboard within the Samsung Health app, allowing them to compare their performance and stay motivated throughout the challenge. After completing the challenge, participants need to visit the Samsung Members app to claim their reward.

 

Samsung Health App

Samsung Health app is a global wellness and lifestyle platform that allows users to track a wide range of health metrics including steps, exercise, heart rate, calorie intake, blood pressure, ECG, and sleep patterns. Samsung Health app is designed to promote healthy living and helps users to stay fit, track movements and habits to ensure users have accurate, up to date health information whenever they need it. On the app users can set goals as per their level, and keep track of their daily condition including activity amount, workout intensity, heart rate, stress and oxygen level in the blood. Samsung Health app hosts videos of expert coaches covering fitness programs including stretching, weight loss, and more. Users can also set medication reminders and manage medical data such as lab test reports, doctor prescriptions and immunizations. These records are conveniently stored in the Samsung Health app, so that user can refer to them whenever needed.

 

Galaxy Watch8 Series

The Galaxy Watch8 series is the first smartwatch series to come out of the box with Gemini, Google’s AI assistant empowering the users to go hands-free using natural voice commands to get complex tasks done across multiple Galaxy Watch apps. For the first time, the Galaxy Watch8 series introduces an Antioxidant Index, giving you a real-time view of your cellular health. The new AI-powered Energy Score gives a daily snapshot of physical and mental energy, while Running Coach provides personalized training plans with live guidance.

 

The Galaxy Watch8 series is Samsung’s most advanced lineup of wellness-focused smartwatches, combining refined design with powerful health tracking. Equipped with the upgraded BioActive Sensor, it delivers more accurate insights on sleep, including Bedtime Guidance to track circadian rhythm and recommend optimal sleep times, plus Vascular Load monitoring and Sleep Coaching to build better habits.

Sonata Festive Collection 2.0 Brings Together Festive Sparkle and Thoughtful Detailing for Every Occasion

The watches are designed for festive cheer and treasured moments, each timepiece tells a story of togetherness

As the festive season sets in, Sonata unveils Festive Collection 2.0— watches designed to celebrate time and tradition. Bringing alive the joy of gifting, this new range of timepieces blends modern design with festive elegance, making it the perfect choice for marking special moments and creating lasting memories.

For men, each timepiece in the collection exudes sophistication with either rich patterned dials, bold case shapes or bringing back Sonata’s classic Roman hour markers with croco-patterned  straps. The colored dials in blue and green add texture and visual depth, while functional features like a chronograph, multifunction day & date, and a sun & moon indicator on the dials elevate the watches beyond aesthetics, combining practicality with refined craftsmanship. Together, these details create a collection that is both celebration-ready and timelessly elegant, ideal for gifting or marking special festive moments.

For women, the collection dazzles with finely crafted mesh bracelets, shimmering stud pieces, and lustrous rose gold straps accented with differently shaped links. The combination of intricate detailing, polished finishes, and festive glam ensures every watch is perfect for gifting or elevating your special occasion outfits.

Nishant Mittal, Product Head, Sonata, said, “Festive Collection 2.0 is all about celebrating the season in style. We wanted each watch to reflect the joy and warmth of this time—whether it’s for gifting, dressing up, or simply enjoying the festivities. Every piece is designed to bring a little sparkle to your moments and create lasting memories.

 

Discover Sonata’s Festive Collection 2.0 at Sonata stores or online at www.sonatawatches.in, and find the watch that perfectly completes your festive celebrations.

UFO Spotting In India Is No Longer A Mystery As Fastrack Unveils Its Out-Of-This-World Collection

First came the signal. Then the sightings. Now comes the landing. Sure, you’ve heard of UFOs in the sky — but this one just landed on wrists. Fastrack has officially dropped the Unidentified Fashion Object – a bold new collection of watches that look like they’ve warped in from another dimension. Inspired by the cosmos — from astronaut gear and sci-fi flicks to space oddities — this collection turns the unknown into futuristic, fashion-forward accessories that are impossible to ignore.

The launch campaign, fittingly titled UFO – The Unidentified Fashion Object, takes the theme into orbit. In true Fastrack style, it celebrates those who love to play, experiment, and dive headfirst into uncharted style galaxies. Every watch in the UFO line comes in a case shaped like an astronaut’s helmet, with cosmic detailing that makes each piece a statement in itself. These aren’t just watches — they’re rule-breakers in design, unmistakably Fastrack, undeniably different.

To mark the landing, Fastrack went interstellar with high-impact OOH installations across 7 cities. Public spaces lit up with larger-than-life UFO sightings, complete with 3D structures and dynamic light effects. The result? A futuristic spectacle that had heads turning (and maybe even telescopes pointing).

Fastrack also teamed up with boundary-pushing fashion creators who built out-of-this-world looks around the UFO Collection — proving these watches aren’t just timepieces, but fashion experiments with an interstellar twist.

Danny Jacob, Head of Marketing, Fastrack Watches, said: “With the UFO Collection, we wanted to bring the thrill of the cosmos closer to home — right onto your wrist. Every watch carries astronaut-inspired elements and sci-fi details, giving young people a bold, distinctive way to express themselves. It’s Fastrack pushing style into another dimension.”

Priced between INR 5,995 – 6,895, the UFO Collection is available at Fastrack stores, Titan World, authorized dealers nationwide, and online at www.fastrack.in.

So, are you ready to get abducted by style? Catch the Unidentified Fashion Object before it disappears back into the skies. 

Intelligent Swadeshi 4G Network Launched By BSNL Connects 26,700 More Villages

Tata Consultancy Services, C-DOT, and Tejas Networks Consortium successfully deploy

integrated indigenous Telecom Technology Stack for BSNL.

 

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) in partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS), Center for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), and Tejas Networks Limited (BSE: 540595, NSE: TEJASNET), today unveils the Bharat Telecom Stack, a modern, secure solution designed and developed entirely in India. This initiative draws inspiration from Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a digitally connected and self-reliant India.

With this launch, India becomes the fifth country in the world to have built a self-reliant, indigenous telecom technology stack supporting 4G and beyond. As a mission mode program, TCS spearheaded its execution by establishing data centers, installing and commissioning C-DOT’s EPC Core Application, Tejas’s Base Stations and Radio infrastructure over 100,000 sites and leveraging TCS’ Cognitive Network Operations (TCS CNOPSTM) platform for 24/7 real-time network management.

Delivering this required deep engineering expertise and seamless collaboration across public and private partners. The project is governed in ‘mission-mode’ by TCS, BSNL, Department of Telecommunications, active McKinsey & Co, C-DOT, Tejas, I&C Partners, among others.

It was completed within two years, making it one of the fastest 4G network deployments with full integration into the existing 2G/3G network infrastructure at BSNL. This rollout strengthens India’s national security and enables equitable access to both urban and rural India making online education, citizen services, telemedicine, e-governance et al., accessible at the tap of a button.  

Sh. A Robert J Ravi, CMD, BSNL said, "Today, we celebrate a monumental achievement for national pride. The nationwide rollout of our indigenous 4G network, built on the strength of collaboration with TCS, Tejas Networks, and C-DOT, is a resounding declaration of an Atmanirbhar Bharat. This 'Made in Bharat’ stack, brought to life by the relentless dedication of Team BSNL, secures our digital future and ensures that the fruits of connectivity empower every citizen, bridging the digital divide like never before."

Sh. Sandeep Govil, Director (Consumer Mobility - CM), BSNL said, "Our customers will now experience a new standard of connectivity, powered by a network that is truly our own. This Swadeshi 4G technology, a result of brilliant innovation by C-DOT, Tejas, TCS, and the tireless efforts of BSNL's workforce, is engineered for excellence and scalability. It is a cornerstone for building a digitally inclusive society, ready to evolve to 5G and beyond, ensuring that India's growth story is powered by sovereign, homegrown technology."

N Ganapathy Subramaniam, Advisor - Telecom Strategic Initiatives at TCS & Chairman, Tejas Networks said “We are proud that we have put India on the map of only a handful of countries to have developed a comprehensive, trusted and software upgradable telecom technology stack. The successful deployment at BSNL is historic and significant in ushering the benefits of a powerful data and voice network to all corners of the country. It once again reflects TCS’ commitment to building India’s digital infrastructure and continuously supporting the country’s digital aspirations. The stack, built in compliance to 3GPP standards lays the foundation for India’s further contribution to standards.”

For nearly six decades, TCS has played a pivotal role in driving India’s tech revolution, executing several nation-building programs, creating digital public infrastructure, and touching millions of lives. As a trusted partner to several government bodies, TCS has delivered large-scale transformation programs that make citizen services more accessible, efficient, and inclusive touching nearly every citizen. From modernizing India’s leading stock exchanges and financial institutions to enhancing passport issuance, health insurance, and pension systems for defence personnel, TCS continues to bring high-impact, citizen-centric services to every corner of the country.

Franklin Templeton Inaugurates New Office Premises In Mangaluru

●        Franklin Templeton sees strong potential for growth of mutual funds in Karnataka and the fund house is working on expanding its distribution network in the state.

●        The new branch is strategically established to cater to the increasing demand for investment in the region

●        The AAUM of the mutual fund industry in Karnataka stands over Rs.5.27 lakh crores distributed across key cities like Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Hubli, Raichur and Mysuru signaling a promising growth trajectory in the medium to long term 1.

Franklin Templeton (India), one of the largest foreign fund houses operating in the country, has taken a significant stride in expanding its footprint in Karnataka with the inauguration of its new office premises in Mangaluru. The inaugural event, held at Lotus Paradise Elite, Unit No 101 & 102, First Floor, Karangalpady, Opp to AJ Grand Hotel, Mangalore – 575003 was graced by Mr. Avinash Satwalekar, President, Franklin Templeton – India.

On the inauguration of the new branch Mr. Avinash Satwalekar, President, Franklin Templeton – India said, “Mutual funds are some of the most efficient methods to achieve a variety of investment objectives such as building long-term wealth and beating inflation. In addition, mutual funds help investors diversify their investments, benefit from professional investment expertise, economies of scale, liquidity, tax efficiencies and lower ticket sizes.” 

Elaborating further, he said, “We are committed to India and Bharat and are excited to expand our presence in Mangaluru, Karnataka, which is among the top 50 markets in terms of assets under management of the industry. While investors across India can invest with us online, with our new premises in Mangaluru, residents of the city and nearby towns will be able to experience our investment services in person.” 

With 77 years of expertise in global investing, Franklin Templeton boasts an extensive international presence and a wide array of products supported by a dedicated team of over 1600 investment professionals. The company manages assets worth US$ 1.64 trillion (~Rs. 144 lakh crores) world-wide, as on August 31, 2025. Franklin Templeton has a 29-year legacy in India with average assets under management of over Rs. 1.21 lakh crores across 36 mutual fund schemes. Three of its flagship funds – Franklin India Large Cap Fund (formerly Franklin India Bluechip Fund), Franklin India Mid Cap Fund (formerly Franklin India Prima Fund) and Franklin India Flexi Cap Fund (formerly Franklin India Prima Plus) have a track record of over 30 years, while 18 Franklin Templeton funds have completed more than 20 years since their inception

 

The Indian mutual fund industry's assets under management (AUM) have grown by about six times in a decade, from Rs.12.56 trillion as on August 31, 2015 to Rs.75.19 trillion as on August 31, 2025, reflecting an annualized growth rate of 20%2. Franklin Templeton sees strong growth potential for mutual funds in Karnataka as new investors look to participate in the India growth story. The fund house is committed to expanding its distribution network in the state and aims to reach out to more investors, to educate them about the advantages of mutual fund investing. Currently, the AAUM of the mutual fund industry in Karnataka stands at over to Rs. 5.27 lakh crores, distributed across key cities like Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Hubli, Raichur and Mysuru among others, signaling a promising growth trajectory in the medium to long term1.

Herbalife India Launches Liftoff® – A Zero Added Sugar Effervescent Drink

Herbalife India, a premier health and wellness company, community, and platform, announced the launch of Liftoff®, a refreshing effervescent drink that contains caffeine to help you feel energized* and alert. Available in a watermelon flavor and with zero added sugar, Liftoff® has been formulated as an option for consumers seeking an active and balanced lifestyle.

The launch of Liftoff® comes at a time when Indian consumers are increasingly seeking on-the-go nutrition formats that support active lifestyles. With this introduction, Herbalife expands its footprint within India’s nutraceutical beverages market. 

Link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5BoJESZCJOc

Commenting on the launch, Ajay Khanna, Managing Director, Herbalife India, said, “This launch echoes our ongoing commitment towards increasing access to innovative nutrition solutions for consumers. Our endeavor has always been to address evolving lifestyle needs and provide products that empower people to live healthier and active lives. Liftoff® is a science-backed formulation that provides a convenient way to feel energized* and alert, as part of Herbalife’s portfolio of nutrition-based products that truly resonate with today’s Indian consumers.”

Liftoff® contains caffeine, Alpinia galanga extract, and vitamins, underscoring Herbalife’s focus on science-backed nutrition tailored for active, modern lifestyles. Each serving provides 80 mg of caffeine, caffeine helps you feel energized, stay alert and focused, is naturally thermogenic and helps temporarily increase metabolism. It also contains 300 mg of clinically tested Alpinia galanga extract, shown to help improve feelings of alertness and calmness (subjective assessments), along with Vitamin C and B Vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B12) that contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism, help reduce tiredness and fatigue, and support protection of cells from oxidative stress. Liftoff® contains non-calorie sweetener Steviol Glycoside derived from Stevia leaves and natural colour from beetroot powder and contains no artificial colours or added preservatives.

About Herbalife International India Private Ltd.

Herbalife (NYSE: HLF) is a premier health and wellness company, community, and platform that has been changing people's lives with great nutrition products and a business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980. The Company offers science-backed food products to consumers in more than 90 markets through entrepreneurial distributors who provide one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle to live their best life.

For more information, visit https://www.herbalife.com/en-in