Motorola Continues Festive Cheer With Wave 2 Of “Flipkart Big Billion Days” – Unbeatable Offers

Motorola, a global leader in mobile technology and India’s most trusted AI smartphone brand, has announced blockbuster festive discounts on its most popular smartphones across price segments, exclusively for Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale 2025. As part of the #BigBillionMotoRush, Motorola is bringing its latest innovations in AI, Pantone™ design, and durability to millions of consumers at never-before prices. The products are live for sale starting 4th October, 00:00 hrs, and will be available to all customers throughout the Big Billion Days.

Starting with the biggest deal of the season, the motorola edge 60 PRO (8+256GB variant) which retails at ₹29,999 can now be purchased at a festive effective price of just ₹24,999*, making it the most disruptive flagship under ₹25K.

The edge 60 PRO debuts the segment’s only Pantone™ validated triple 50MP camera system, including a Sony LYTIA 700C main camera, 50MP ultrawide + macro, and 10MP telephoto with 3X optical and 50X AI Super Zoom. Enhanced by motoAI, Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, and Perplexity integration, the camera delivers professional-grade shots and 4K videos with AI-driven stabilization, AI photo enhancer, and Google Photos tools like Magic Eraser and Unblur. The edge 60 PRO also features the world’s most durable 6.7” 1.5K True Colour Quad-Curved Display with 4500nits peak brightness, HDR10+, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 Extreme chipset with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM, backed by a massive 6000mAh DXOMARK Gold-rated battery supporting 90W TurboPower™ charging, 15W wireless charging, and reverse charging. Built to last, the device comes with IP68/IP69 protection and MIL-STD-810H certification. The motorola edge 60 PRO is available in four striking Pantone finishes – Dazzling Blue (fabric), Walnut (wood), Shadow, and Sparkling Grape (vegan leather). Other festive prices include ₹28,999* for 12+256GB* and ₹32,999* for 16+512GB* instead of ₹33,999 and ₹37,999.

The motorola edge 60 FUSION is the perfect balance of sophistication, endurance, and next-gen AI performance. It is available at never-before festive prices of ₹18,999* for the 8+256GB variant and ₹20,999* for the 12+256GB variant. The device boasts the world’s most immersive 1.5K True Colour Quad-Curved Display with Pantone™ validation, 4500nits peak brightness, SGS Eye Protection, and Gorilla Glass 7i. With a segment-best 96.3% screen-to-body ratio and Smart Water Touch 3.0, the display delivers unmatched clarity and smoothness.

In the camera department, the edge 60 FUSION packs the segment’s only 100% True Colour Sony LYTIA 700C sensor, along with 13MP ultrawide + macro and a 32MP selfie camera, all supporting 4K video. Enhanced by motoAI and Google AI tools, it offers Magic Eraser, Unblur, Adaptive Stabilization, and Dual Capture for creativity on the go. Built tough with IP68/IP69 and MIL-STD-810H durability, it is offered in Pantone-curated colors such as Amazonite, Mykonos Blue, Slipstream, and Zephyr, with a premium vegan leather finish.

For consumers looking for unbeatable value under ₹15K, the moto g96 5G delivers premium design and segment-first innovations. This all-rounder is available at a special festive rate of ₹14,999* for 8+128GB and ₹16,999* for 8+256GB, bringing customers a discount of up to ₹3,000 compared to regular pricing.

It features the segment’s only 144Hz 6.67” pOLED Curved Display with Display Colour Boost, 10-bit 100% DCI-P3, 1600nits peak brightness, and SGS Eye Protection. The smartphone’s 50MP OIS Sony LYTIA 700C main camera, 8MP ultrawide + macro, and 32MP 4K selfie camera deliver studio-like photography, powered by motoAI and Google AI features. Running on the Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 processor with IP68 water protection, the g96 is slim at just 7.93mm and lightweight at 178g, featuring a stylish vegan leather back. A 5500mAh battery with 33W TurboPower™ charging ensures all-day endurance.

The moto g86 POWER is built for those who demand brilliance and longevity. It features the segment’s brightest 6.67” 1.5K pOLED flat display with 4500nits peak brightness and 120Hz refresh rate, paired with SGS Eye Protection and Smart Water Touch 2.0. It packs a massive 6720mAh battery, the largest ever in a moto g device, delivering over 2 days of power with 33W fast charging. The 50MP OIS Sony LYTIA 600 camera, 8MP ultrawide + macro, and 32MP 4K selfie camera ensure high-quality captures, enhanced with motoAI and Google Photos tools. With MIL-STD-810H durability, IP68/IP69, and Gorilla Glass 7i, it is one of the most durable smartphones in its segment. During the Big Billion Days, the moto g86 POWER (8+128GB) can be owned for just ₹14,999* — offering buyers a straight ₹3,000 festive saving on the original price.

The motorola razr 60 redefines style and innovation in the foldable category. It introduces the world’s first gesture-controlled video recording on a flip phone, paired with a Pantone™ validated True Colour camera system powered by motoAI. With a titanium-reinforced hinge tested for 500,000+ flips, the device also offers IP48 display protection. The segment’s largest 3.6” external pOLED display with motoAI + Google Gemini support enables contextual tools and Flex Modes (Camcorder, Tent, Desk, Laptop), while the 6.9” LTPO creaseless main display delivers 3000nits brightness, 120% DCI-P3 colors, and 120Hz refresh rate. Offered in Pearl Marble and Fabric finishes, the razr 60 is the most stylish and durable flip in its class. Exclusively for the Big Billion Days, the razr 60 (8+256GB) is priced at ₹39,999* — delivering a massive ₹10,000 discount from its launch price.

Alongside smartphones, Motorola is also extending exciting Big Billion Days offers across its ecosystem products. The moto buds LOOP (Swarovski Edition) are now available at a festive price of ₹9,999*, while the moto buds LOOP and moto buds BASS can be availed at just ₹5,999* and ₹1,999* respectively.

For computing and productivity, the premium moto book 60 PRO is priced at ₹54,990*, and the moto book 60, the best laptop under ₹40K, is available at just ₹39,990*, offering OLED brilliance in Pantone-curated designs.

Tablet enthusiasts can get the powerful moto pad 60 PRO bundled with moto pen pro at ₹21,499*, while the sleek and lightweight moto pad 60 NEO, the best tab under ₹15K, is available at an incredible festive price of just ₹12,999*. 

Motorola is also offering attractive deals on its smart QLED TVs starting at ₹8,644* and smart washing machines starting at ₹19,890*, bringing AI-powered innovation to every part of the connected home.

Celebrate The Spirit Of Bavaria At Taj Yeshwantpur’s Oktoberfest, October 6–12

Taj Yeshwantpur is set to bring the spirit of Bavaria to the city with a week-long Oktoberfest celebration from 6th to 12th October 2025. Guests can indulge in Bavarian flavors, signature brews, and festive cheer across two specially curated experiences.

At Shimmer, a vibrant Bavarian-inspired bar bites menu will be paired with an array of beer offerings, available at à la carte prices throughout the week. The celebrations culminate on Sunday, 12th October, with a Bavarian Brunch at Aura Courtyard, featuring a gastronomic spread of Bavarian specialties, multicuisine selections, and live action counters. Adding to the festive charm will be outdoor seating, fun games, and live musicians recreating the authentic Oktoberfest vibe.

Pricing for Brunch:

• Brunch @2500/+ taxes per person with unlimited beer and soft beverages.

• Brunch @3300/+ taxes per person with IMFL spirits, beer and soft beverages.

For reservations, please contact: 7625072899

Celebrate the joy of Oktoberfest this season with Bavarian bites, flowing beer, and the lively spirit of the fest at Taj Yeshwantpur.

Medtronic Launches The Endoflip™ 300 impedance Planimetry System To Aid In Diagnosis Patients With Esophageal Motility Disorders

Medtronic, a leader in healthcare technology announced the launch of Endoflip™ 300 impedance planimetry system in India.  This innovative solution provides real-time measurement of esophagus, pylorus and anal sphincter during endoscopic evaluation of esophageal motility disorders.

 

Esophageal motility disorders disrupt the normal swallowing process (peristalsis) causing symptoms such as difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), chest pain, regurgitation, and heartburn.  These conditions are often misdiagnosed owing to them overlapping with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) & other GI (Gastrointestinal) related disorders. This new technology is a minimally invasive way to measure the change in dimension of the esophagus as it moves food and liquid into the stomach. Doctors typically use the EndoFlip™ measurement balloon catheter to assess the health of the tube that food goes down to reach your stomach and display diameter estimates of the measurement area in real time. It can measure and display diameter estimates up to 16 points within the balloon while also displaying balloon pressure. This may allow for a more precise diagnosis and treatment planning from the very first endoscopy, preventing unnecessary distress for patients.

 

Using a specialized balloon catheter, the system provides real time assessment by measuring diameter and pressure to calculate cross-sectional area and distensibility. These measurements help assess tissue compliance in various parts of the GI tract — particularly the esophagus, pylorus, and anal sphincter regions — and are valuable in both diagnostic evaluations and pre- or post-treatment assessments. Endoflip™ real time assessments can be applied to potentially direct intervention (eg, endoscopic dilation) as well as future evaluation. Assessing esophageal motility during the endoscopy may expedite the clinical evaluation.

 

Endoflip™ 300 is the only technology available that provides surgeons an objective way to assess the tightness of a fundoplication or adequacy of a myotomy during an operation, which may assist in improving procedural outcomes and reducing complications.

 

Endoflip™ 300 is an advanced tool that can help expedite accurate diagnosis and management of esophageal motility disorders, conditions often missed during endoscopies and offers new possibilities for both patients and clinicians.

  

Abhishek Bhargava, Senior Director, Medical Surgical, Medtronic India said “Medtronic is dedicated to revolutionizing esophageal care in India by equipping physicians with advanced solutions to enhance clinical outcomes. Our newly launched Endoflip™300 system empowers medical gastroenterologists and GI surgeons with objective data to expedite diagnosis and inform clinical decision making for patients with esophageal motility disorders. As a global leader in healthcare technology, our mission remains to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life through continuous innovation.”

 

The Endoflip™ 300 impedance planimetry system portfolio includes of the Endoflip™ 300 impedance planimetry system, Endoflip™ measurement catheter, and Esoflip™ dilation catheter. Endoflip™ technology is commercially available in India and has the potential to standardise the motility diagnostic protocol and elevate the standard of patient care.

  

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. 

Now In India, Instagram Rolls Out Map Feature To Help People Connect With Friends

In August we announced Instagram Map, a new feature to stay up-to-date with friends. You can opt in to sharing your last active location with friends you choose, and you can turn it off anytime. You can also open the map to see content your friends and favorite creators are posting from interesting or fun locations. No matter how you use the map, you and your friends have a new, lightweight way to connect with each other.

  

Improvements to the Map feature since the initial rollout

 

Now, the feature rolls out in India, with several improvements to user education and the product experience since the initial launch of the Map. 

 

• To help make it clearer if you’re sharing your location on the map, you’ll now see a more prominent, persistent indicator at the top of the map reminding you whether or not you’re sharing location, or if you have your device location off entirely. There is also an indicator under your profile photo in the Notes tray that clarifies if you’re not sharing your location.

• We also heard from people who thought that sharing content with a tagged location meant they were sharing their location on the map. We’ve removed profile photos from showing on top of the content to help clarify that it’s not someone’s location. 

• Additionally, we show an educational reminder that when you add a location tag to a story, reel, or post, it will populate on the Map. 

• Lastly, to help reduce confusion around how your location tagged content appears on the Map, we have added a preview to show you how your content will look on the Map when you add a location to your Instagram content.

Coca-Cola India Takes The Pitch With Thums Up XForce And BodyArmor Lyte ORS @ The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025

Coca-Cola India and the International Cricket Council are all set to bring unmatched excitement to one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, the Women’s Cricket World Cup India 2025. This strategic association builds on their 8-year partnership, reinforcing the company’s commitment to championing women in sports and creating opportunities that empower the next generation of athletes.

 

With Thums Up XForce as the official beverage partner and BodyArmor Lyte ORS as the hydration partner, Coca-Cola India will keep players and fans refreshed throughout the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. Rooted in their strong sports heritage, Coca-Cola India will celebrate India’s hosting of the tournament across Guwahati, Indore, Vizag and Navi Mumbai, ensuring every match reflects bold spirit, excitement, and togetherness. Coca-Cola India will offer its full portfolio of beverages, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

 

Building on its legacy of empowering athletes through campaigns like “Thums Up Utha, India India Macha,” #PalatDe, #TaanePalatDe, and “Utha Thums Up, Jagaa Toofan” during ICC tournaments, Olympics and Paralympics, Thums Up has long celebrated the spirit of sport. Now, with its latest no-sugar beverage, Thums Up XForce, the brand carries this legacy forward with the same daring attitude. Complementing this, BodyArmor Lyte ORS, Coca-Cola’s sports drink, reinforces the brand’s commitment to bringing advanced hydration to athletes and fans at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

Sundeep Bajoria, Vice-President, Coca-Cola India said, "Coca-Cola India is uniquely positioned to deliver refreshment at scale through our nationwide distribution network, reaching every corner where cricket is celebrated. For us, the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 is an opportunity to strengthen consumer connections and create lasting value for our partners and retailers. By bringing our portfolio to millions of fans and athletes, we are not only supporting the game on the ground but also creating moments that make cricket a shared experience nationwide."

 

Shantanu Gangane, IMX (Integrated Marketing Experience) Lead, Coca-Cola India and South West Asia added, “Women’s sports in India are at an inflection point, drawing new audiences and shaping how the next generation experiences cricket. At Coca-Cola in India, our strategy is to be at the center of these cultural shifts by creating experiences that connect deeply with consumers. Thums Up XForce and BodyArmor Lyte ORS, bring complementary strengths, one rooted in bold identity and heritage, the other in cutting-edge hydration. Together, they allow us to engage fans not just as spectators, but as participants in a larger movement where sport, culture, and brands converge.”

 

As India gears up to host the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, Coca-Cola India builds on its legacy of championing sports that inspire and unite. From the Olympics and Paralympics to cricket’s biggest stages, the company has consistently celebrated sporting excellence. Through this expanded partnership with the ICC, Coca-Cola India ensures every boundary, cheer, and celebration resonates with purpose, setting a new benchmark for fan experiences at scale.

 

About Coca-Cola India

Coca-Cola in India is one of the country’s leading beverage companies, offering a range of high-quality and refreshing beverage options to consumers. The company, in line with its vision of ‘Beverages For Life’ offers a wide portfolio of products which includes hydration, sports, sparkling, coffee, tea, nutrition, juice and dairy based products. In India its beverage range includes Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke, Thums Up, Thums Up XForce, Charged, Fanta, Limca, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Kinley Soda, Rim Zim,  Maaza, Minute Maid range of juices and Honest Tea. The Company also offers hydration beverages including Limca GlucoCharge, Smartwater, Kinley, Kinley Copper, Dasani and Bonaqua packaged drinking water. Premium products constitute Schweppes’ range and Smartwater. In addition, it offers a Costa Coffee range of tea and coffee. The Company is constantly transforming its portfolio, from reducing sugar in its drinks to bringing innovative new products to market.

 

The Company along with its owned bottling operations and franchise bottling partners has a strong network of close to 5 million retail outlets through which it refreshes millions of consumers across the country. It seeks to positively impact people’s lives, communities and the planet through water and packaging initiatives, sustainable agriculture and emission reductions across its value chain.

Globally together with its bottling partners, The Coca-Cola Company employs more than 700,000 people, helping to bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.cocacolacompany.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

CII To Host Its 21st Edition Of India Innovation Summit In Bengaluru – Innoverge 2025

* The Summit this year will focus on the theme “Make in India, Developed India & Digital India.”

 

CII’s 21st edition of its flagship India Innovation Summit – Innoverge 2025, themed “Make in India, Developed India & Digital India” scheduled on 10–11 October 2025 at The Taj West End, Bengaluru, will spotlight Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Transformation as key drivers of India’s growth, sustainability, and global leadership in innovation.

 

The Summit is led by esteemed committee of the leaders who have led innovation with passion and commitment, the summit mentor Mr Kris Gopalakrishnan, Past President CII & Chairman, Axilor Ventures & Co-Founder Infosys Ltd. views “India's future competitiveness hinges on strengthening its Research and Development (R&D) ecosystem, which requires increased investment, improved infrastructure, and stronger collaboration between academia and industry. While India has made strides in R&D, particularly in certain sectors like defense and pharmaceuticals, significant gaps remain compared to global benchmarks, especially in terms of R&D spending as a percentage of GDP and the number of researchers. Strengthening collaboration between research institutions and industries is crucial for translating research into practical applications and commercial products. India needs to prioritize R&D in emerging technologies like AI, biotechnology, and renewable energy to stay competitive in the global landscape..”

 

Mr Kamal Bali, Chairman CII India Innovation Summit & President & Managing Director Volvo Group India Pvt Ltd highlights that “India is undergoing a remarkable transformation. The vision is to make the country independent and self-reliant in all senses: Aatmanirbhar Bharat – Economy, Infrastructure, System, Vibrant Demography and Demand. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changer in India's growing sector's, automating processes, improving quality, and optimizing supply chains. Key industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and healthcare technology stand to benefit significantly. With this background & to bring in a lot more future focus on “Make in India, Developed India & Digital India”, the 21st Edition of CII India Innovation Summit focus on collaboration with all the stakeholders for a futuristic world of high-end innovation.  The Summit will be organized in Hotel Taj West End on 10-11 October 2025.”

 

The two-day summit will also host the Innovation Showcase & Tech Walkthroughs, offering a glimpse into cutting-edge technologies and breakthrough ideas shaping India’s innovation journey. The event will further celebrate visionary leaders and organizations through the Innoverge Recognitions 2025, honouring India’s innovation champions. A special session on “Innovation & Strategy in Warfare” by the Indian Army in Operation Sindoor will highlight innovation from a national security perspective. With Bengaluru’s unparalleled ecosystem of technology, research, start-ups, and talent, the city continues to be the natural home for this prestigious summit, which aims to align industry, policy, and academia towards realizing the vision of a Make in India, Developed India, and Digital India.

 

The Summit will highlight the transformation in Energy and Mobility, Mr N Venu, Past Chairman CII Karnataka and industry stalwart in Energy sector shares that “The convergence of mobility, digital transformation and energy transition can drive sustainable development.  The ecosystem transformation enablers, namely: availability of renewable energy, the infrastructure required, new energy supplier network, customer demand, the product and services offerings, as well as future skill demands will be catalyzed by partnership across stakeholders and adoption of AI.”

 

Another key area which will be deliberated upon is Entrepreneurship and Startups, which Mr Rabindra Srikantan Chairman CII Karnataka notes “For India to emerge as a global economic powerhouse and meet its Viksit Bharat ambitions, Startups along with small and micro enterprises must play a central role for, in their growth lies the ability to make a significant contribution to GDP, exports, and employment generation.  AI has the potential to be a key enabler, helping entrepreneurs unlock new opportunities by making innovation more accessible and affordable. For Indian entrepreneurs, it could also help level the playing field to be globally competitive.

 

In the Summit, Manufacturing & Logistics will form a major focus area, with Mr Guruprasad Mudlapur Vice Chairman CII Karnataka views that “AI will drive the growth in Manufacturing & Logistics sector. It will involve the adoption of technology for tactical and operational decision making, routing, fleet optimisation, data analysis, or strategic. AI Led Innovation is a way to promote cutting-edge research, entrepreneurial risk-taking, and global integration and logistics integration for India in Manufacturing & Logistics sector.”

 

Supported by Companies who have pioneered innovation in their respective sectors Volvo Group, RSB Transmission, Lakshmi Machine Works, Maini Group, 3M India, Kennametal, EY India, Paradeep Phosphates, ASM Technologies, Bosch India, Hitachi Energy, Infosys Ltd, Manipal hospitals, Kauvery Hospitals, Sona Stars, Toyota Kirloskar Motor and others, the format will include a Tech Showcase and Innoverge Recognitions (an initiative fostering a culture of innovation) apart from industry leaders deliberating on the topics.

 

Over the years, CII Innoverge has become the go-to platform on innovation related narratives and strategies, and for shaping India’s transformation in this digital era. Be there and learn the new rends of innovation!!

For programme and registration details, please visit :

https://ciiindiainnoverge.in/innoverge-2025/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/indiainnovationsummit/posts/?feedView=all

Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) Signs MoU With Indian Army To Support Personnel And Their Families

• AESL partners with the Indian Army to extend educational support and welfare benefits for serving personnel, veterans, and their families.

• The MoU includes nationwide scholarships and special provisions for Army students enrolling at AESL centres across India.

Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), the national leader in test preparatory services, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Army to support the welfare of Army personnel and their families, including serving members, retirees, gallantry awardees, personnel with disabilities, and families of those who have died in service.

Under this MoU, AESL will provide benefits to Indian Army students who wish to enroll in its courses across its PAN India centres and branches. The agreement was signed by Assistant Adjutant General, Ceremonial & Welfare 3&4, Indian Army, and Dr. Yash Pal, Chief Academic & Business Head, Delhi-NCR, AESL.

The MoU focuses on promoting the welfare of Indian Army personnel and their families, including offering scholarships for courses at AESL centres nationwide:

• 100% tuition fee waiver for personnel with more than 20% disability and gallantry awardees.

• 20% tuition fee waiver for serving and retired personnel, applicable after other scholarships are deducted.

These scholarships are in addition to AESL’s existing scholarship programs available to all students seeking admission.

Mr. Chandra Sekhar Garisa Reddy, (MD & CEO), Aakash Educational Services Limited, said, "At AESL, we believe education is the strongest foundation for a brighter future. Partnering with the Indian Army allows us to honour the sacrifices of our brave soldiers by empowering their families with quality education and guidance. Through scholarships, mentoring, and counselling, we aim to ensure that the wards of our heroes are equipped to achieve their fullest potential and become leaders in their own right.”

During the tenure of the MoU, AESL will also provide comprehensive mentoring and counselling support to the wards of Indian Army personnel, addressing academic and career-related queries through both virtual and physical platforms. 

AESL also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the recent past with the Central Reserve Police Force Family Welfare Association (CWA) to provide comprehensive academic support, scholarships, and career guidance to the children and families of CRPF personnel across India.