Dyson Airwrap, Marshall Speakers, iPhone 17: Everything On Sale This Valentine's Day At Croma

* Offers include category-wide discounts, special prices, bundle packs and bank benefits for a limited period 

Croma, India’s leading omni‑channel electronics retailer from the Tata Group, presents the ultimate gifting guide this Valentine’s Day with a wide range of options starting from ₹699. From premium devices to everyday essentials, special prices, category discounts and curated bundle deals across smartphones, tablets, wearables, audio, personal care, and more, will make finding the perfect gift for your loved one easier across budgets.

The Valentine’s Day offers will be available from February 6 to 15 across all Croma stores. Customers can unlock a range of exciting benefits including cashback and easy EMI options, making this a value packed electronics sale. All prices and offers vary depending on brand, model, store, day, city and availability, and are subject to applicable bank or finance partner terms. Additionally, customers can avail a discount of up to 10% on select products using the HDFC TATA Neu credit card.

Among the key Valentine’s Day highlights are Croma’s Hero offers, bringing major savings on bestselling smartphones, audio products and more.

· The iPhone 17 is now available at an effective price of ₹47,742. How to get this offer:

o Exchange your old smartphone for up to ₹23,500 (depending on condition and model)

o Get an additional ₹8,000 exchange bonus

o Avail a flat ₹2,000 bank cashback

· Marshall Bluetooth speaker available at the market price of ₹19,999, can be bought at ₹12,999

· Sony headphones, at ₹14,990, can be availed at a 50% discount at ₹7,499

In the smartphone category, customers can enjoy attractive discounts, including 22% off on the Redmi Note 15G and 14% off on the OnePlus Nord CE5, while the Apple iPad 11th Gen is available at a 12% discount, bringing its price to ₹30,766.

In wearables, shoppers can avail up to 80% off on popular smartwatch brands such as the Boat Wave Astra Neo and Noise ColorFit Victor. The Apple Watch Series SE 3, starting at ₹25,900, can now be purchased on a nine‑month no‑cost EMI of just ₹2,791.

The personal care category also features compelling offers, with up to 30% off on Philips multi‑grooming kits and straightening brushes, and 10% off on the Dyson Airwrap. Croma is offering up to 65% discount on its range of grooming essentials, while the Havells hair straightener and curler comes at a significant 45% discount.

Additionally, customers can explore exciting combo deals and freebie offers available exclusively in stores.

“Valentine’s Day is a key gifting moment, to celebrate relationships with thoughtful and meaningful choices. At Croma, we have curated a wide range of attractive offers across smartphones, audio, wearables, personal care and more, making it easier for customers to find the perfect tech gift across budgets. With compelling prices, value-driven bundles and expert in-store assistance, we aim to help customers gift with confidence and make this Valentine’s Day truly special,” said a spokesperson from Infiniti Retail Ltd.

About Croma:

Infiniti Retail Ltd. is one of the first organised consumer durables and electronics retailers in India operating under the brand name Croma. With over 570 stores across 200+ cities, the company continues to aggressively open new stores to expand its presence especially in suburban region of metro cities along with tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Croma offers its customers a world-class ambience to shop both in-store and staged at www.croma.com and allows for a seamless omnichannel shopping experience that lets a customer enjoy the best of both worlds. Through its deep integration with the Tata Neu ecosystem, products from Croma are also available on the Tata Neu app. Croma has been featured among the 100 most valuable Indian brands by Brand Finance India 100 report for two years in a row.

PNB Introduces WhatsApp Channel For Easier And Secure Access To Demat Information

Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of India’s leading public sector banks, has introduced a Demat Viewing Facility through its WhatsApp Banking platform, further strengthening its digital investor services and enhancing customer convenience. Through this initiative, PNB customers can now access key Demat-related information directly via the Bank’s verified WhatsApp Banking channel.

The facility is available to customers holding Demat accounts with PNB, where the Bank acts as a Depository Participant with NSDL and CDSL. The WhatsApp-based service allows eligible customers to securely view their Demat statement of holdings, transaction statements, outstanding charges, billing details, and report lost Delivery Instruction Slips (DIS). In addition, customers are seamlessly guided to the Bank’s Mobile application, PNB One App, Internet Banking Platform for opening Demat accounts, accessing trading partner services, and exploring PNB’s depository offerings.

Commenting on the new initiative, Shri Sudhir Dalal, CGM-Business Acquisition & Relationship Management Division, PNB said, “By leveraging the widespread reach of WhatsApp, the Bank aims to simplify access to Demat services, reduce dependence on branch visits, and encourage greater participation particularly among first-time and long-term investors. This initiative reflects the PNB’s broader commitment to strengthening digital engagement, advancing financial inclusion, and delivering secure and customer-centric banking solutions.”

For more information call: 1800 1800/1800 2021

Berger Paints India Limited Q3 Reports Positive Results Q3 For The Quarter Ended 31st December, 2025

Highlighted of the Consolidated Results:

a. Revenue front Operations for the quarter ended 31st December, 2025 was Rs. 2,984.0 crores as against Rs. 2,975.1 crores in the corresponding quarter of the last year, representing an increase of 0.3% .

b. EBITDA (excluding Other Income) for the quarter ended 31" December, 2025 was Rs. 471.0 crores against Rs. 471.7 crores in the corresponding quarter of the last year,

representing a decline of 0.2%.

c. Net Profit for the quarter ended 31*t December, 2025 was Rs. 271.3 crores as against Rs. 296.0 crores in the corresponding quarter of the last year, representing a decline of 8.3%.

Highlights of the Standalone Results:

a. Revenue from Operations for the quarter ended 31" December, 2025 was Rs. 2,595.0 crores as against Rs. 2,584.8 crores in the corresponding quarter of the last year, representing an increase of 0.4%.

b. EBITDA (excluding Other Income) for the quarter ended 31" December, 2025 was Rs. 417.2 crores against Rs. 417.5 crores in the corresponding quarter of the last year, representing a decline of 0.1%.

c. Net Profit for the quarter ended 31"t December, 2025 was Rs. 298.4 crores as against Rs. 306.1 crores in the corresponding quarter of the last year, representing a decline of 2.5%.

Financial Results for the nine months ended 31" Decem ber, 2025

Highlights of the Consolidated Results:

a. Revenue from Operations for the nine months ended 31st December, 2025 was Rs. 9,012.2 crores as against Rs. 8,840.7 crores in the corresponding period of the last year, representing an increase of 1.9%.

b. EBITDA (excluding Other Income) for the nine months ended 31st December, 2025 was Rs. 1,351.6 crores as against Rs. 1,428.3 crores in the corresponding period of the last year, representing a decline of 5.4%.

Net Profit for the nine months ended 31" December, 2025 was Rs. 792.8 crores as against

Rs. 919.9 crores in the corresponding period of the last year, representing a decline of 13.8%.

Highlights of the Standalone Results:

a. Revenue from Operations for the nine months ended 31a' December, 2025 was Rs. 7,916.1 crores as against Rs. 7,821.8 crores in the corresponding period of the last year, representing an increase of 1.2%.

b. EBITDA (excluding Other Income) for the nine months ended 31•' December, 2025 was Rs.1,227.8 crores as against Rs. 1,284.6 crores in the corresponding period of the last year, representing a decline of 4.4%.

c. Net Profit for the nine months ended 31" December, 2025 was Rs. 768.4 crores as against Rs. 840.6 crores in the corresponding period of the last year, representing a decline of 8.6%.

“The extended monsoons into October and the shortened festive season led to a negative October, after which we saw progressive demand improvement over the rest of the quarter, enabling achievement of good volume growth of8.5% for the quarter.

We also saw our gross margins improving to reach the highest levels for the past 15 quarters, enabling delivery of EBIDTA within the guidance range. EBIDTA % remained impacted by negative scale effect and continued investments in brand building. We expect to see improvements coalesce over the coming months.

We continued to register healthy and robu3t growth f0 our key focus segments of waterproofing, construction chemicals and wood coatings. The efforts in network expansion and urban initiative are delivering positive upticks month on month making us hopeful of improved results going forward.

The automotive coatings performance continued to be good registering mid-single digit growth while protective coatings and general industrial coatings also registered positive growth.

BJN Nepal results, while positive, continue to be impacted by the disturbed political scenario. STP Limited was impacted by a temporary shutdown at Jamshedpur; operations have now normalized. SBL Specialty Coatings Private Limited's (SBL) revenue was impacted by slowdown in the fan industry and lower export demand. Profit at SBL was adversely impacted by a one-off expense due to the commissioning of its new factory near Chandigarh. Our JV's namely BNPA and Berger Becker recorded robust double-digit growth in both topline and bottom-line.

Forex volatility and geopolitical uncertainty continue to pose near-term margin risks.

The gradual improvement in domestic demand indicators across segments and sequential monthly uptick in demand are positive indicators going forward. Results in the months ahead are expected to reflect these improvements.

At Berger Paints our efforts will remain on network expansion, innovation and brand building to build increasing value for our investors and stakeholders. We are happy to report ESG excellence at Berger Paints where we were awarded a score of 64 across ESG parameters by NSE placing us ahead of our industry peers rejecting our people-first practices, disciplined governance and responsible operations.” said Abhitjit Roy, Managing Director & CEO of Berger Paints India Limited.

About Berger Paints India Limited :

Berger Paints is among India's leading paint, coatings and waterproofing companies and ranked among the top 15 coating companies globally and operates across India, Nepal & Europe either directly or through its subsidiary companies.

Berger Paints is well recognized in India for its innovations in products and services which has helped reshape the industry over the course of the past few decades. These include the popularization of the tinting systems which redefined the Indian Paint market, launch of products like Easy Clean and WeatherCoat Anti-Dustt, the introduction of the iTrain centres for training on paints, coatings, waterproofing and associated processes. Berger's innovations extends to being the first to introduce the concept of automated painting tools under “Express Painting” services as an enhanced customer painting service in India and we continue to lead the way in this segment in India.

Berger Paints also continues to maintain a leadership position in India in the protective coatings & general industries coatings segment. This is an area of sustained leadership over the past few decades.

Bolix, our subsidiary in Poland & step down subsidiary in the UK is a leading player in ETICS segment which contributes significantly to the energy savings initiatives in the EU.

Kotak Becomes India’s First Custodian To Enable FPI Registration And Account Opening Through Electronic Signatures

A Breakthrough in Market Digitisation

Kotak Mahindra Bank (“Kotak”) today announced a landmark industry-first achievement: becoming the first custodian in India to issue an FPI licence along with execution of all account‑opening documentation using Electronic Signatures. The bank has already issued the first two FPI licences based on digitally signed documents, and this advancement is fully aligned with SEBI’s digital‑transformation agenda under the FPI regime.

The launch strengthens Kotak’s commitment to simplifying and accelerating India market access through a digital‑first, future‑ready custody and onboarding ecosystem. Eliminating wet signatures reduces operational risk and delivers a seamless, modern client experience. The move enhances ease of doing business for global investors and supports India’s aspirations of becoming a digitised, investment‑friendly market.

Sachin Samant, President, Banking & Financial Institutions Group, Kotak Mahindra Bank said, “This milestone reflects our commitment to building a digital, frictionless experience for global investors. By becoming the first custodian to operationalise FPI registration and client onboarding through Digital Signatures, Kotak is accelerating India’s transition to a modern, paperless capital market ecosystem in line with SEBI’s progressive reforms.”

In January 2026, SEBI operationalised a unified workflow that allows Digital Signature Certificates and Electronic Signatures to be issued within the Common Application Form (CAF) portal for Foreign Portfolio Investors. SEBI’s press release (PR No. 03/2026) highlights that DSCs must be issued by Indian certifying authorities compliant with the Information Technology Act, 2000.

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Gets USFDA Nod For Generic Parkinson's Disease Treatment Tablets

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited (Alembic) today announced that it has received final approval from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) Carbidopa, Levodopa and Entacapone Tablets, 12.5 mg/50 mg/200 mg, 18.75 mg/75 mg/200 mg, 25 mg/100 mg/200 mg, 31.25 mg/125 mg/200 mg, 37.5 mg/150 mg/200 mg, and 50 mg/200 mg/200 mg.

The approved ANDA is therapeutically equivalent to the reference listed drug product (RLD), Stalevo Tablets, 12.5 mg/50 mg/200 mg, 18.75 mg/75 mg/200 mg, 25 mg/100 mg/200 mg, 31.25 mg/125 mg/200 mg, 37.5 mg/150 mg/200 mg, and 50 mg/200 mg/200 mg, of Orion Corporation.

Carbidopa, levodopa and entacapone tablets are indicated for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Refer label for a detailed indication.

Alembic has a cumulative total of 234 ANDA approvals (214 final approvals and 20 tentative approvals) from USFDA.

About Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited, a vertically integrated research and development pharmaceutical company, has been at the forefront of healthcare since 1907. Headquartered in India, Alembic is a publicly listed company that manufactures and markets generic pharmaceutical products all over the world. Alembic's state of the art research and manufacturing facilities are approved by regulatory authorities of many developed countries including the USFDA. Alembic is one of the leaders in branded generics in India. Alembic's brands, marketed through a field force of over 5500 are well recognized by doctors and patients.

Information about the Company can be found at www.alembicpharmaceuticals.com; (Reuters:ALEM.NS) (Bloomberg:ALPM) (NSE:APLLTD) (BSE:533573).

Air India Unveils First Flagship Maharaja Lounge At Delhi International Airport

· Spread across 16000 sq. ft., the lounge is conveniently located at international pier of Terminal 3

· The elegantly designed lounge can accommodate around 300 guests in an expansive ‘Business’ section and an exclusive ‘First Class’ section

· Guests to revel in its sparkling Crystal Bar, a nostalgic Aviator’s Bar, a tranquil Globetrotter’s Study

Air India, India’s leading global airline, unveiled ‘The Maharaja Lounge’, its first flagship lounge, at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, creating a new benchmark in premium travel comfort and warm Indian hospitality.

Designed with subtle sophistication and thoughtful details, The Maharaja Lounge, made to the new branding and design philosophy of Air India, strikes a fine balance between heritage-inspired ambience and modern luxury. This lounge is the first among other such modern lounges that the airline plans to launch at airports around India and the world, as it elevates its customer experience. The lounge will be progressively opened to guests travelling in Business and First Class, Gold and Platinum Maharaja Club and eligible Star Alliance members starting 16 February 2026.

Conceptualised by global design studio Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA), The Maharaja Lounge features premium interiors with refined furnishings, ambient lighting, and a design language aligned with Air India’s refreshed branding. The design also establishes a deep-rooted connection with India through art pieces in the lounge which tell a unique story celebrating India’s rich culture and heritage.

The Maharaja Lounge features distinct zones tailored to different needs, offering serene spaces for relaxation or work alongside more vibrant areas for social engagement. Guests can select an environment aligned with their preference and mood, so they can always find a corner that feels just right.

Key spaces in the lounge include:

· The Aviator’s Bar: The bar has a speakeasy vibe and a well-curated cellar of wines and whiskeys hand-picked for the discerning traveller. Its design draws inspiration from the historic 1932 flight from Karachi to Bombay by Mr. JRD Tata, with the ceiling replicated as the propeller of the first Puss Moth aircraft.

· The Globetrotter’s Study: A haven for avid readers and working professionals, the Globetrotter’s Study is Air India’s answer to a working space. A serene and cozy nook, it has a curated book collection across fiction and non-fiction titles. With ample power outlets and high-speed connectivity, it’s an ideal spot for reading in quiet comfort or working while in transit.

· Serenity Area: An enclosed area with a calming atmosphere, the Serenity Area is a space that accommodates individual recliners for guests to relax, rest, and rejuvenate.

· Crystal Bar: The contemporary-luxury styled bar with subtle hints of traditional Indian motifs is the pièce de résistance in the ‘First Class’ lounge. Serving champagnes along with classic and signature cocktails, its crystal enclosures create a shimmering effect making it a picture-perfect location to raise a toast to luxury.

· Tarmac view: The seating and dining sections of the ‘First Class’ lounge overlook the tarmac offering enchanting views of aircraft taking off and landing. The wholesome experience of ‘wine and dine with a view’ is perfect for plane-spotters and curious travellers alike.

· Sleep Suites: Guests travelling ‘First Class’ can indulge in pre-flight rest in our exclusive sleep suites crafted for restorative sleep. Imagine waking up relaxed to a fresh juice or a hot beverage before you take off.

Elevated dining

The Maharaja Lounge offers a curated and delightful dining experience for all guests, who can choose from a wide variety of Indian and international culinary delicacies including live cooking stations.

A unique ‘Beverage on Wheels’ service that takes inspiration from the traditional gueridon service allows guests to enjoy bespoke cocktail servings at their seats. Guests can also choose from a wide variety of cocktails curated by a special mixologist. Each cocktail has a unique story rooted in Indian culture, ingredients or Air India’s heritage seamlessly blending tradition and modern mixology.

Air India has also introduced an innovative ‘Tea Programme’ to pay homage to the most popular Indian beverage, where passengers can enjoy freshly brewed tea as per their preference along with assorted snacks and savouries on the side presented on an aesthetically pleasing tea trolley.

The Mail Service

In an attempt to create an immersive and thoughtful guest experience, exclusive Maharaja-designed postcards have been introduced which can be kept as souvenirs.

Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director, Air India, said: “The Maharaja Lounge at Delhi airport is a significant milestone in our transformation journey. It is a tangible and proud representation of the ‘New Air India Experience’. We endeavour to set a benchmark in aviation hospitality, and this is just the beginning. Our strategic expansion plans include substantial investments to build more such platforms across countries that we fly to that will redefine luxury and comfort for our guests.”

About Air India group

The Air India group – comprising of 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 customers to 57 domestic and 49 international destinations across five continents.

Returning to the Tata Sons in 2022 following 70 years under Government ownership, Air India group is in the midst of a five-year transformation program, Vihaan.AI. As part of the transformation, Air India has placed an order for 570 new aircraft. In 2024, sister airlines Air Asia India and Vistara were successfully merged into Air India Express and Air India, respectively, and the Airline opened South Asia’s largest aviation training academy. A new flying school is scheduled to open in 2026, and construction of a greenfield maintenance base, to be operational in 2026, is underway. In addition to receiving new aircraft, all existing aircraft are progressively undergoing a full interior refit.

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 stories on Air India, visit http://www.airindia.com/newsroom

SAP Pledges To Equip 12 Million People Worldwide With AI-Ready Skills By 2030

SAP announces major expansion of its learning ecosystem, transforming how professionals gain and validate SAP expertise in an AI-powered world.

Bengaluru, India, 05 February, 2026: SAP, a global leader in enterprise application software and Business AI, today announced a significant expansion of its worldwide learning ecosystem to empower millions of professionals for an AI-driven future. Reinforcing its pledge to equip 12 million people with AI-ready skills by 2030, SAP is extending access to high-quality, instructor-led training through new strategic partnerships and an expanded network of authorized training providers.

To accelerate this initiative, SAP is extending its partner-managed delivery approach for SAP Learning Class courses to ensure more flexibility, broader geographical coverage and languages. Beginning in 2026, this expanded network of authorized partners will provide organizations and individuals with broader access to premium SAP training, enabling them to build practical expertise and prepare talent for real-world implementation challenges.

India: A Strategic Impact Market

India is among the world’s fastest-growing talent hubs, driving global digital transformation with its expanding developer and consulting workforce. Representing 26% of SAP’s global learner base, the country is central to SAP’s long-term skilling vision.

With rapid AI adoption and modernization, India currently has over 25,000 open roles requiring SAP expertise across consulting, development, and technology functions. Leading employers like Deloitte, KPMG, Infosys, and Maruti Suzuki are actively hiring SAP professionals, including entry-level talent. This surge in demand underscores the importance of expanded access to high-quality, instructor-led training through SAP’s strengthened partner ecosystem—critical for shaping India’s future-ready workforce.

Over the years, SAP has expanded the breadth and depth of its learning portfolio. Since 2022, the company has reached 4 million learners globally, with SAP Learning site growing from just 7 learning journeys to more than 400. SAP recently introduced its reimagined SAP Certification approach with performance-based exams that enable candidates to complete hands-on assessments using AI tools such as SAP Joule for Consultants. Today, 65 exams—61% of all SAP certifications—have been transformed to this practical, performance-based format, with all remaining certifications moving to this new approach in the first half of 2026.

Vikram Karakoti, Global Head, Enterprise Solutions, TCS, noted: “Competency-based SAP skill validation aligns with TCS’s commitment to building expertise in SAP technologies, including SAP BTP and Gen AI. Our training approach, culminating in SAP Certifications, ensures real-world proficiency and maximizes client ROI.”

Key Highlights of the Skilling Ecosystem

Industry-ready, AI-enabled learning: Official SAP instructor-led training with hands-on exposure to AI tools like SAP Joule, mirroring real project environments.

Practical, job-focused skill building: Guided practice, real-world case studies, and collaborative workshops to build implementation-ready capabilities.

Standardised team upskilling at scale: Enterprise-grade training and performance-based certifications that assess real problem-solving, not just theory.

Flexible pathways for growing demand: Expanded learning journeys and certifications across AI, business analysis, system administration, and SAP Build roles.

“Preparing the global workforce for the AI era requires learning that is practical, scalable and connected to real business needs,” said [Andre Bechtold, President SAP Industries & Experiences. “By expanding access to high-quality AI-enabled

SAP training, we are helping professionals build the skills that power modern enterprises. This initiative reflects our commitment to ensuring that people everywhere are equipped to thrive in an AI-driven economy.”

By scaling access to high-quality, AI-ready learning worldwide, SAP is enabling talent markets like India to play a defining role in shaping the future of enterprise innovation.

About SAP

As a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, SAP (NYSE: SAP) stands at the nexus of business and technology. For over 50 years, organisations have trusted SAP to bring out their best by uniting business-critical operations spanning finance, procurement, HR, supply chain, and customer experience. For more information, visit www.sap.com.