IndusInd Bank Expands Gold Loan Network To 500 Branches Nationwide

IndusInd Bank has announced a significant expansion of its Gold Loan offering to an additional 245 branches, taking the total number of branches providing Gold Loan services to 500 across India. This expansion reinforces the Bank’s commitment to making secured credit more accessible, convenient, and reliable for customers nationwide.

Gold Loans continue to witness strong demand from a wide range of customer segments—including households, small traders, and Agri‑linked customers - who rely on quick liquidity against their gold holdings. With its expanded network, IndusInd Bank will enable customers to avail swift and instant credit disbursal of up to ₹1 Crore, backed by minimal documentation, competitive interest rates, and flexible tenure options, ensuring a seamless borrowing experience across urban and rural markets.

Further, to enhance customer journey, the branches will house dedicated Gold Loan Desks for personalized service while all gold collateral will be kept under the Bank’s custody, ensuring the highest standards of safety.

Commenting on the expansion, Mr. Soumitra Sen, Head – Consumer Banking & Marketing, IndusInd Bank said: "Gold Loans have emerged as a trusted and timely financial solution for millions of customers. By expanding this facility to over 500 branches, we are empowering households, small businesses, and rural communities with convenient credit options. This move strengthens IndusInd Bank’s retail lending portfolio and underscores its position as a customer-focused financial institution dedicated to enabling growth and financial empowerment.”

IndusInd Bank will continue to expand its Gold Loan network over the next one year, with the objective of offering this facility across its entire branch network.

ABOUT INDUSIND BANK

IndusInd Bank Limited has been redefining banking for the past 31 years and has been a force for progression and innovation, offering an elevated banking experience for its diverse range of stakeholders, including government entities, PSUs, retail customers, and large corporations. The Bank’s product offerings include microfinance, personal loans, debit/credit cards, SME loans, advanced digital banking facilities, affluent and NRI banking services, vehicle financing, and innovative ESG-linked financial products.

The Bank also caters to the growing Indian diaspora with representative offices in Dubai, and Abu Dhabi. As of December 31, 2025, IndusInd Bank serves around 42 million customers through 3,120 branches/banking outlets and 3,063 ATMs, reaching 1.62 lac villages across India. IndusInd Bank leverages technology through its 'Digital 2.0' strategy, ensuring multi-channel delivery and a robust digital infrastructure. In each of its unique offerings that include ‘INDIE’ – the one-stop-shop for all things digital banking; innovation and customer centricity remain at the core. IndusInd Bank holds clearing bank status for major stock exchanges BSE and NSE, settlement bank status for NCDEX, and is an empanelled banker for MCX.

RATINGS

Domestic Ratings:

•     CARE A1+ for Certificate of Deposits  

•     CRISIL A1+ for certificate of deposit program / short term FD programme 

•     CRISIL AA+ for Infrastructure Bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds

• IND AA+ for Issuer Rating by India Ratings and Research

•     IND AA+ for Senior bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds by India Ratings and Research

International Rating:

•     Ba1 for Senior Unsecured MTN programme by Moody’s Investors Service

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MAHE Partners With OpenAI To Integrate Artificial Intelligence Across Teaching, Learning, And Research

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, has partnered with OpenAI to integrate advanced artificial intelligence (AI) tools across teaching, research, and academic administration. This collaboration aims to enhance learning outcomes, accelerate research productivity, and equip students and faculty with critical AI skills for a rapidly evolving global workforce. MAHE will implement AI-powered tools and resources across its academic programs to support personalised learning, boost critical thinking, and encourage ethical AI use. Faculty will also gain access to advanced AI tools for curriculum planning, research, and innovation.

Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M D Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor, VSM (Retd.), MAHE, said, "MAHE has always been guided by academic excellence and innovation. Our partnership with OpenAI represents a strategic step toward embedding AI as a transformative enabler across teaching, research, and administration. By integrating advanced AI tools responsibly, we aim to enhance learning outcomes, accelerate research impact, and prepare our students for leadership in an AI-driven world.

The collaboration will focus on building AI literacy across disciplines, ensuring that students from Health Sciences, Technology & Science, Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences, and allied fields gain practical exposure to AI applications relevant to their domains. MAHE will also promote interdisciplinary research and innovation using AI to address complex real-world challenges. MAHE will also establish structured AI governance guidelines to ensure responsible, ethical, and transparent governance use of artificial intelligence across academic functions.

The partnership aligns with MAHE’s long-term digital transformation roadmap and reinforces its commitment to innovation, industry relevance, and societal impact. With this collaboration, MAHE reinforces its vision of becoming a globally benchmarked, AI-enabled university committed to shaping responsible innovation and future-ready leaders.

About Manipal Academy of Higher Education:

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University, offering over 400 specialisations across Health Sciences, Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Technology & Science. MAHE operates through its constituent institutions across campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai.

Renowned for its academic excellence, world-class infrastructure, and impactful research contributions, MAHE has earned strong national and international recognition. In 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, conferred MAHE with the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 3rd in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE continues to be a preferred destination for students seeking a transformative learning experience and vibrant campus life, as well as for national and multinational organisations seeking top talent.

Beruru, The Purple Turtles & Oorjaa Announce Exclusive Warehouse Clearance Sale 2026

Design lovers and home décor enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate as Beruru, The Purple Turtles, and Oorjaa come together for a special Warehouse Clearance Sale, offering exceptional deals on premium furniture, lighting, outdoor pieces, and home accents.

Taking place from 26th February to 1st March, between 10 AM and 6 PM, at their Purple Turtles New Warehouse in Whitefield, this limited-time clearance event presents a rare opportunity to shop curated, design-led collections at exclusive warehouse prices.

From sculptural outdoor furniture and planters by Beruru, to refined furniture and décor by The Purple Turtles, and statement lighting by Oorjaa, the sale will feature a wide range of pieces across categories. Shoppers can expect significant markdowns on display pieces, end-of-line collections, and select ready stock.

This is a strictly limited-period warehouse event, open only for five days, making it the perfect opportunity for homeowners, interior designers, architects and décor enthusiasts to invest in timeless pieces at exceptional value.

Event Details:

Warehouse Clearance Sale

26th February – 1st March 2026

10 AM – 6 PM

Purple Turtles New Warehouse, Hoodi, Whitefield, Bengaluru

For more information, follow the brands on social media or visit: www.thepurpleturtles.com | www.beruru.com |www.oorjaa.in

LatentView Analytics Appoints Kiran Muddana To Advisory Council To Strengthen Enterprise AI And Data Strategy

Former Google and Amazon leader brings nearly two decades of experience driving large-scale data and AI transformation to support LatentView’s global growth and client success

Latent View Analytics Limited (LatentView Analytics | BSE: 543398, NSE: LATENTVIEW), an AI-driven analytics, data engineering, and consulting firm, today announced the appointment of Kiran Muddana to its Advisory Council. Kiran brings more than 18 years of experience leading enterprise-scale AI, analytics, and technology transformation initiatives at global organizations including Google and Amazon.

In his advisory role, Kiran will work with LatentView’s leadership team to provide strategic input on client delivery, AI adoption, and data-led business transformation. His appointment supports LatentView’s focus on helping enterprises scale AI responsibly and deliver measurable business value through data.

“Kiran brings deep experience in translating enterprise goals into scalable technology strategy,” said Rajan Sethuraman, CEO of LatentView Analytics. “He understands how to align data and AI investments with business outcomes and will be an important voice as we continue to grow and evolve our offerings.”

Throughout his career, Kiran has worked closely with senior leaders across HR, Sales, Marketing, and Finance to address complex business challenges. He has led programs that generated new revenue, improved product adoption, and reduced operational costs. His work focuses on practical implementation of AI and data strategies that are tied to clear business impact.

Commenting on the appointment, Kiran said, “I am grateful for this opportunity to join LatentView Analytics in an advisory capacity. Having partnered closely with the LatentView team at Google, I experienced firsthand the team’s ability to combine deep analytics expertise with strategic clarity and rapid execution to deliver meaningful business impact. I look forward to collaborating with the team to shape data and AI-led strategies that help organizations unlock long-term, sustainable value.”

LatentView helps enterprises operationalize AI through a consolidated suite of solutions that address core functions such as marketing, supply chain, product innovation, and risk. These offerings are supported by a library of AI accelerators and implementation frameworks that help clients move from strategy to execution with greater speed and consistency.

Kiran will advise on strategic initiatives tied to client success and enterprise readiness for AI. He will also support LatentView’s efforts to strengthen its delivery capabilities and expand its footprint with global clients.

TheSheImpact 3.0: Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru Celebrates Women Who Lead, Create, And Inspire

Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru announces the third edition of its signature Women’s Day initiative, TheSheImpact, a week-long celebration from 1st to 8th March 2026 dedicated to honouring the creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of women. The campaign celebrates women as changemakers, curating a powerful mix of homegrown brands, immersive experiences, energising fitness-led events and thoughtfully crafted moments of self-care.

At the heart of TheSheImpact is the Women Entrepreneurs’ Pop-Up, organised in association with Cosmo Bazaar. Running from 1st to 8th March, the pop-up will showcase a diverse range of women-led brands across fashion, accessories, beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and gifting, offering visitors the opportunity to discover, support, and engage with inspiring women founders.

SheImpact 3.0 also features a dynamic line-up of experiential events. The celebrations kick off with the Women Bikers’ Ride on 7th March, in association with Free Spirits Motorcycling Club, an empowering rally that culminates in live entertainment and a specially curated high tea by Zed The Baker.

On 8th March, the spotlight turns to fitness and tradition with the Six Yard Run at the mall terraces—a spirited 3KM and 5KM run that uniquely blends physical endurance with the elegance of the traditional saree.

Adding to the festive spirit, shoppers can explore exclusive collections from leading partner brands such as Biba, Giva, Indyvarna, Lifestyle, Max, Pantaloons, Peachmode, Rangriti, Shobitam, Taara, W/Aurelia, Westside, and Zudio.

To further enhance the experience, customers who shop for ₹4,999 or more can enjoy assured gifts and curated pampering sessions, thoughtfully designed to celebrate individuality and self-expression.

Through TheSheImpact, Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru continues to strengthen its position as a community-centric destination that not only celebrates Women’s Day, but also actively champions empowerment, inclusivity, and meaningful social impact.

 

Event	Date	Time	Venue	Registration Fees	Registration Link
Women Entrepreneur’s Pop-Up	1st – 8th March, 2026	NA	BMOB	NA	NA
Shopping & Gifting Offer	1st – 8th March, 2026	NA	BMOB	NA	NA
Retail Participation	1st – 8th March, 2026	NA	BMOB	NA	NA
Women Bikers’ Ride	7th March, 2026	5:00 PM – 7:30 PM	BMOB	Rs. 199 onwards	Link
Six Yard Run	8th March, 2026	6:30 AM	Terraces, BMB	Rs. 299 onwards	Link

 

Event Details:

What: SheImpact 3rd Edition

When: 1st March – 8th March 2026

Where: Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru

Kriti Sanon And Abhishek Sharma Unveil "The Beauty Secret" : A Whiter Smile With Colgate Visible White Purple

Link to the film: https://youtu.be/IuukMB96fe0?feature=shared

Colgate-Palmolive India has launched its latest campaign for Colgate Visible White Purple, featuring Bollywood star Kriti Sanon and Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma, bringing together two of India’s biggest cultural forces of cinema and cricket to redefine teeth whitening as an integral part of every beauty routine. The campaign elevates teeth whitening from just an oral care routine to a modern beauty essential.
Coming on board for the campaign, Kriti Sanon said, “What drew me to this campaign was the idea of treating a smile as being crucial & central to beauty. As actors, we spend so much time on skincare and makeup, but a beautiful white smile is what truly sets you apart. Colgate Visible White Purple is that secret, literally the makeup you can start your day with. It’s backed by the science of color theory that I have seen work in other beauty categories which have been part of the regimen for a long time.”
Abhishek Sharma on his association with Colgate Visible White Purple shared, “For me, confidence comes from feeling & looking good whether on or off the field. With the added spotlight & cameras around now, grooming has even come to the picture. That’s what made this association with Colgate Visible White Purple feel authentic. A confident, white smile can make a real difference in making you feel confident & ready for always being camera ready.

The star of the campaign is Colgate Visible White Purple, a toothpaste that has taken the internet by a storm with its distinctive color. The Purple toothpaste works by the color theory cancelling yellow in teeth for a whiter smile. The technology is well established in beauty, from purple color correcting concealers in makeup to the color preserving purple shampoos in haircare. The distinctive color purple has been a breakthrough across categories in beauty both for its aesthetic appeal and effective functional benefit.

Through this campaign, the brand is entering the beauty and grooming category in association with two of the country’s most aspirational figures, Kriti Sanon and Abhishek Sharma. By linking teeth whitening to beauty rituals, the brand invites consumers to see their smile as a defining beauty asset.

Speaking about the campaign, Ayan Guha, Director, Marketing, Colgate-Palmolive India, said, “With Colgate Visible White Purple, we’re merging science and beauty to redefine oral care as a daily grooming essential. By pairing our color-correction technology with the influence of Kriti Sanon and Abhishek Sharma, we’re making a whiter smile an aspirational yet effortless first step in every beauty ritual..”

Designed as a high-impact, multi-platform rollout, the campaign will be amplified across television, digital, social media, and influencer-led content. It is part of Colgate’s broader strategy to drive premiumisation while strengthening its leadership in science-backed, beauty-forward oral care solutions.

With this launch, Colgate Visible White Purple continues to carve a distinctive space in the whitening category where innovation, beauty, and everyday routines come together to deliver a smile that looks as good as it feels.

CCOs, India: Kainaz Karmakar & Harshad Rajadhyaksha

CSO, India: Prem Narayan

ECD: Juneston Mathana

Creative Team: Virendra Saigaonkar, Shiladitya Saha, Barun Rakshit, Punya Arora

Account Management: Esha Datta, Shikha Seth, Manmohan Nandrajog

Agency Producer: Divyang Pandya

Planning Team: Prajakta Powdwal, Pranav Sabhaney

Production Partner: Hogarth, India

Director: Sohini Dasgupta

Producers: Ritwik Ghosh, Rahul Makwana

Team Colgate: Samir Singh, Gunjit Jain, Anagha Bhojane, Ayan Guha, Monica Sharma, Ira Shukla

About Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited

Colgate-Palmolive is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, and the planet. Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited is the market leader in Oral Care in the country, committed to delivering sustainable, profitable growth for its shareholders, while fostering an inclusive workplace for its people. With a primary focus on science-led innovations in Oral Care & Personal Care in the Indian market, the company is recognized for its leadership and innovative efforts in advancing sustainability and community well-being. Among its recent accomplishments, the company has made significant strides in reducing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, conserving water and energy at its manufacturing facilities, empowering women with financial and digital literacy and enhancing children's oral health through its flagship, Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures® program. For more information about Colgate’s global business and how it is building a future to smile about, visit: www.colgatepalmolive.co.in

Adobe Introduces Photoshop, Acrobat And Firefly AI Student Offering For Free In India To Accelerate Vibrant Creator Economy

· In conjunction with the Government of India's emphasis on AI, Adobe commits flagship products to skill millions of students, empowering the next generation of India’s workforce.

· In partnership with NASSCOM FutureSkills Prime, Adobe will unlock access to *free, AI-first learning and certifications, enabling students to thrive in an AI-powered economy.

At the India AI Impact Summit, Adobe (Nasdaq: ADBE) — the global technology leader unleashing creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences—today announced a strategic investment to accelerate AI-driven creativity and productivity for India’s next generation of talent. AI is changing how people create content, share ideas, build businesses and bring their passions to life. Adobe is enabling the next generation to be ready for AI-first careers by putting its industry-leading applications such as Firefly, Photoshop and Acrobat, into the hands of students for free, via accredited higher education institutions across India. The toolkit provides access to Adobe’s creativity and productivity software along with curriculum, training and credentials that will enable students to stand out when they graduate.

Adobe's announcement reinforces the Indian Government’s Create in India vision and complements the Union Budget 2026 which focused on creating two million jobs in the field of Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics (AVGC) by 2030. In partnership with the Government, Adobe will make its AI first offer, along with our industry endorsed curriculum, free for the 15,000 schools and 500 colleges that will have Content Creator Labs.

"Adobe is expanding the opportunity for creativity for millions of students across India, empowering them with AI skills, further accelerating Prime Minister Modi’s vision," said Shantanu Narayen, Chair and CEO, Adobe. “I look forward to seeing what the students of India create with Adobe's industry-leading tools, and in doing so accelerating Viksit Bharat.”

As students learn AI skills, they will benefit from Adobe's unique approach to generative AI and cutting-edge innovation — including access to AI-generated content that is safe and ready for commercial use, as well as choice and flexibility to work with other generative AI models directly in the applications.

Adobe Firefly—the all-in-one creative AI studio that brings together the world's best creative AI models in one place—seamlessly integrates the top industry models from partners like Google, OpenAI, Runway and more, so students have choice and flexibility with models and tools to generate in their own unique style. With Acrobat Pro, students can boost their productivity and collaboration, easily editing text and images to get their best work done.

Investing in India's AI and Creativity Ecosystem

Today's announcements will enable higher education institutions across India to offer students the AI-powered tools, as well as skills needed for future careers. As an extension of Adobe Digital Academy—the company’s global skilling and career pathway program—Adobe India has partnered with NASSCOM FutureSkills Prime, a digital skilling initiative in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), to offer free, industry-relevant courses and certificates to learners across India.

This initiative will equip students with the creativity, productivity and AI-powered skills needed across key growth sectors including graphic design, video and visual effects, animation, gaming, marketing, media, e-commerce, education, and technology – preparing them for the demands of modern, rapidly evolving careers.

These announcements were made during the India AI Impact Summit 2026, where Adobe is a key partner in advancing the Government of India’s AI-led initiatives across creativity, human capital, and trust and safety in AI. Adobe Chair and CEO Shantanu Narayen is a keynote speaker and Adobe will showcase its latest innovations through a dedicated experience zone and participate in multiple panel discussions.

During the Summit, Adobe is showcasing 'Kathāvatār', a series of five Made in India Short AI Films based on Indian folklore, in partnership with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The films have been created by a new generation of leading AI filmmakers and will premiere at the AI Theatre of the Ministry at the Summit.

Availability

Students across India can access the new offer via accredited higher education institutions.

About Adobe India

Adobe builds innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe began operations in India in 1997 as an engineering R&D center and has since grown into a strategic hub spanning product engineering, design, sales, customer experience, and corporate functions.

With 8,000+ employees across four campuses, India is Adobe’s second-largest workforce globally and contributes over a third of the company’s innovation agenda. Adobe India continues to drive global impact while making a meaningful difference in communities across the country.

Adobe is empowering everyone to create. For more information, visit www.adobe.com.