‘Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout’ – Turning Football Nights Into The Ultimate Creator-Led Watch Along

* Featuring Rohan Joshi, Sakshi Shivdasani, Kaashvi Hiranandani, with select appearances by Zervaan Bunshah, Varun Thakur, and Dalima Chhibber, Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout brings fans together for creator-led football watch parties and live match-night interactions

Coca-Cola today announced the launch of Matchday Hangout, a creator-led live football watch-along experience built for India's growing generation of football fans.

Timed around the FIFA World Cup season, Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout transforms late-night football viewing into a shared live experience, bringing fans together virtually to react in real time, debate every big moment, and celebrate match nights alongside creators, across 12 national streams that reflect how India actually watches football today in a social-led environment.

Coca-Cola's long-standing association with FIFA has always been rooted in celebrating the passion and togetherness that football inspires. With Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout, that spirit comes alive in a new-age creator-led digital format. The experience is produced and hosted by RevSportz, one of India’s leading independent editorial sports platforms, that will seamlessly power the show's live broadcast and storytelling. This Sportainment show will be led by creators Rohan Joshi, Sakshi Shivdasani, and Kaashvi Hiranandani, with select matchdays also featuring Zervaan Bunshah, Varun Thakur, and footballer Dalima Chhibber.

Speaking about the launch, Karthik Subramanian, Senior Director, Marketing, Coca-Cola TM India & Southwest Asia said, “Through our longstanding association with FIFA, Coca-Cola has been an integral part of football fandom for decades. A match night is all about rituals, reactions, and shared emotions. Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout is our way of fostering that connection through social-led experiences. By taking a community-first approach, we’ve curated a live, creator-led experience, and partnering with RevSportz helps us seamlessly bring this interactive format directly to audiences."

Boria Majumdar, Founder and CEO RevSportz said, “Football has always been about emotion, conversation and community. With Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout, we are taking those match-night conversations and turning them into a shared live experience for fans across the country. At RevSportz, we have consistently believed in creating innovative ways for fans to engage with sport, and this partnership with Coca-Cola allows us to bring together sport, entertainment and digital culture in a social format that feels authentic to how today’s audiences consume live events. We are excited to build a destination where fans can watch, react, debate and celebrate the biggest moments of the FIFA World Cup together.”

Fans can unlock access to the interactive watch-along streams by ordering a Coca-Cola via Zepto and Blinkit during match hours. Each purchase unlocks a chance for an entry into a live space featuring pre-match predictions, gameplay reactions, halftime conversations, post-match debates, trivia, giveaways, and creator-led challenges.

Access to every Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout stream will be limited, turning each match night into a must-not-miss moment. Participants also stand a chance to win exclusive Coca-Cola merchandise including mini fridges, caps, tees, and sippers.

With Coca-Cola Matchday Hangout, Coca-Cola continues to create social and creator-led experiences that are rooted in passion, culture, and connection, bringing fans closer to the moments they never want to miss.

About The Coca‑Cola Company

The Coca‑Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a total beverage company with products sold in more than 200 countries and territories. Our company’s purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. We sell multiple billion-dollar brands across several beverage categories worldwide. Our portfolio of sparkling soft drink brands includes Coca‑Cola, Sprite and Fanta. Our water, sports, coffee and tea brands include Dasani, smartwater, vitaminwater, Topo Chico, BODYARMOR, Powerade, Costa, Georgia, Fuze Tea, Gold Peak and Ayataka. Our juice, value-added dairy and plant-based beverage brands include Minute Maid, Simply, innocent, Del Valle, fairlife and AdeS. We’re constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market. We seek to positively impact people’s lives, communities and the planet through water replenishment, packaging recycling, sustainable sourcing practices and carbon emissions reductions across our value chain. Together with our bottling partners, we employ more than 700,000 people, helping bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.coca-colacompany.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Axis Bank Partners With BITS Pilani To Establish A ₹100 Crore Industry Research, Technology & Innovation Park In Hyderabad

* Powering India’s lab-to-market ecosystem

Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani, an Institution of Eminence, to establish the Axis Bank–BITS Industry Research, Technology & Innovation Park at the BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus. This collaboration, with a ₹100 crore CSR grant, marks a significant step towards strengthening India’s deep-tech and translational research ecosystem by creating an integrated launchpad for facilitating deeper industry-academia collaboration, driving innovation and entrepreneurship.

With a focus on Life Sciences, Biopharma, healthcare and medical devices, the proposed Axis Bank–BITS Industry Research, Technology & Innovation Park at the Hyderabad campus is being developed as a dedicated platform to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem, with a focus on enabling cost-effective healthcare solutions that benefit the public at large. The Park's location in Hyderabad places it at the heart of Telangana's thriving life sciences corridor, anchored by Genome Valley. By embedding academia-led biopharma and deep-tech capabilities within this ecosystem, the partnership supports national priorities for affordable healthcare, translational research, and self-reliance in critical technologies under the Government of India’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives.

Under the partnership, BITS Pilani shall guide the Research Park’s governance and research agenda, while Axis Bank shall support its infrastructure development.

Spread across approximately 120,000 sq. ft., the Axis Bank–BITS Industry Research, Technology & Innovation Park shall house laboratories, incubation spaces, and diverse shared facilities under one roof, especially supporting innovators from academia, startups and MSME domains through structured partnerships, co-design and co-creation of projects. This will support technology transfer and IP management, and provide ready access to BITS Pilani’s academic expertise and talent.

Mr. Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chancellor, BITS Pilani, said, “The partnership between BITS Pilani and Axis Bank is exactly the kind of forward-looking collaboration India needs to build stronger innovation systems. The Research Park will help BITS Pilani deepen its work in cutting-edge research and entrepreneurship, while also contributing to solutions that can make a meaningful difference to society. It is encouraging to see academic and industry leaders come together with a shared commitment to research, talent development and lasting national impact.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Amitabh Chaudhry, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Axis Bank, said, “At Axis Bank, we believe that the future of inclusive and sustainable progress lies at the intersection of knowledge, innovation, and purpose. Our collaboration with BITS Pilani resonates strongly with our organizational ethos and our commitment to nurturing ecosystems that can solve real-world challenges. As institutions, we share a collective vision of building conscientious leaders equipped with knowledge and the unwavering resolve to make a difference.”

Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Vice-Chancellor, BITS Pilani, said, “This MoU represents a powerful alignment of vision between academia and industry. At BITS Pilani, we have always believed that the future of higher education lies in creating ecosystems that are interdisciplinary, research-intensive, and deeply connected to society and industry. The Axis Bank–BITS Research Park will help us build precisely such an ecosystem, one that supports faculty-led innovation, nurtures doctoral research, accelerates translation, and prepares our students to solve complex problems at scale.”

The MoU signing ceremony held in Mumbai brought together leaders from both the organisations around a shared goal of turning ideas into impact and strengthening the bridge between research and industry.

About BITS Pilani:

Established in 1964, the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani) is an Institution of Eminence, globally recognised for excellence in higher education, research, and innovation. Over the decades, BITS Pilani has evolved into a multi-campus university, known for its academic rigour, cutting-edge research, and strong industry and international collaborations. BITS Pilani continues to strengthen its academic standing across national and global benchmarks. In the NIRF Rankings 2025, the Institute secured Rank 2 in Pharmacy, Rank 7 in the University category, Rank 11 in Engineering, and Rank 16 Overall, underscoring its leadership across key disciplines. Globally, BITS Pilani is featured in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and the QS Asia Rankings 2026 , reflecting its growing international footprint. Accredited with an A++ grade by NAAC and supported by 100+ international collaborations, BITS Pilani continues to drive innovation-led education and impactful research. For more information, visit: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/

About Axis Bank:

Axis Bank is one of the largest private sector banks in India. Axis Bank offers the entire spectrum of services to customer segments covering Large and Mid-Corporates, SME, Agriculture, and Retail Businesses. It has 6,275 domestic branches (including extension counters) and 12,796 ATMs and cash recyclers spread across the country as on 31st March 2026. Axis Virtual Centres are present across eight locations with 1,591 Virtual Relationship Managers as on 31st March 2026. The Axis Group includes Axis Mutual Fund, Axis Securities Ltd., Axis Finance, Axis Trustee, Axis Capital, A.TReDS Ltd., Freecharge, Axis Pension Fund and Axis Bank Foundation.

For further information on Axis Bank, refer to the website: https://www.axis.bank.in/

This Father’s Day, Step Into An Afternoon Of Nostalgia, Laughter And Indulgence At Machan

* Where every dish is thoughtfully crafted to celebrate the man who has always held the family together

The experience unfolds with signature culinary showcases including The Father’s Grill & Carve, a chef-led counter presenting robust meats, charred vegetables and classic accompaniments, alongside The Gentleman’s Egg Atelier serving made-to-order omelettes, classic Eggs Benedict, masala bhurji and breakfast grill favourites. Guests can further savour Garden Greens & Global Mezze featuring Mediterranean-inspired selections, roasted vegetables, artisanal flatbreads and aged parmesan Caesar salads.

Adding to the indulgence is an elegant spread from the Artisan Bakery & Morning Indulgence, where stone-baked sourdoughs, rye loaves and butter-rich viennoiserie are paired with handcrafted preserves and cultured butter. Live culinary experiences continue with World Kitchen Signatures, offering herb-roasted chicken, pan-seared fish with lemon butter, bold sauces and seasonal accompaniments.

To conclude on a decadent note, The Sweet Finish presents an exquisite selection of dark chocolate patisseries, baked cheesecakes and refined Indian mithai, complemented by Brunch Libations & Brews including artisanal teas, specialty coffees, infused waters and refreshing mocktails.

Details:
Venue: Machan, Taj West End, Bengaluru
Date: 21st June 2026
Time: 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Pricing:
Non-Alcoholic Brunch – INR 3,300++
Alcoholic Brunch – INR 5,300++

For reservations, call: 080 6660 5660 | +91 78240 43499

Set against the tranquil greenery of Taj West End, Bengaluru, the celebration promises cherished memories, meaningful moments and a feast truly worthy of the head of the table.  

Air India Introduces ‘Basic’ Fare Option, Expanding Customer Choice In Economy Class On Domestic Travel

· Optional fare band designed for price-conscious travellers who prefer unbundled services

· Includes 15 kg checked baggage and 7 kg cabin allowance; excludes complimentary meals

Air India announced the introduction of its new ‘Basic’ fare family, further strengthening its commitment to empowering customers with greater choice and control over how they travel and what they pay for.

The introduction of Basic fare builds on Air India’s branded fare families - Value, Classic, and Flex - introduced in 2024 as part of the airline’s effort to simplify and enhance its customer offering.
A new option for value-conscious travellers

Being trialled on select domestic routes, the Basic fare is available for travel in Economy Class and is designed for travellers who prioritise value. It includes a 15 kg checked baggage allowance, 7 kg cabin baggage allowance, complimentary beverage service (tea/coffee), while complimentary meals are not included.

The Basic fare is entirely optional, and travellers continue to have the choice of booking across Air India’s existing fare families - Value, Classic, and Flex - each of which includes complimentary meals and a range of bundled benefits at progressively higher price points. The introduction of Basic fare simply adds another layer of choice, particularly for price-conscious travellers who prefer a more unbundled offering.
A pro-consumer approach to choice and transparency

The introduction of the Basic fare reflects Air India’s pro-consumer approach, recognising that different travellers have different preferences. By unbundling certain services, Air India is enabling price-conscious travellers to pay only for what they need, while preserving full-service offerings for those who value an all-inclusive experience.

With clearly differentiated bundles of products and services, Air India’s fare families are designed to align with evolving traveller preferences and enable guests to select the option that best meets their individual requirements.

Flexibility to customise

Travellers booked on Basic fares will have the flexibility to pre-purchase meals up to 24 hours before departure, with options including Vegetarian, Non-Vegetarian, Jain, and Diabetic meals. In the event of a schedule change or reaccommodation, pre-purchased meals will be automatically transferred to the new flight, or fully refunded if unavailable for any reason.
Pilot rollout

The Basic fare is currently available on select domestic routes. Air India will assess customer response and feedback during the pilot phase to guide decisions on the future of the offering.

Currently, the Basic fare can be booked exclusively through the airline’s direct channels, including its website, mobile app, contact centre, and airport ticketing offices.

With the addition of the Basic fare, Air India continues to evolve its offering to deliver a more intuitive, fair, and customer-centric travel experience.

As the airline advances through its ongoing transformation journey, it remains focused on delivering greater value, choice, and relevance to its guests, ensuring that every traveller can personalise their journey in line with their preferences.

About Air India Group

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

Returning to Tata Sons in 2022 following 70 years under Government ownership, Air India Group is in the midst of a five-year transformation programme, Vihaan.AI. As part of the transformation, Air India has placed orders for 600 new aircraft. In addition to taking new aircraft deliveries, Air India is progressively retrofitting all its legacy aircraft.

The Air India Group operates South Asia’s largest aviation training academy in Gurugram, India. The construction of a new flying school and a greenfield maintenance base is in progress.

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

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

The Tata Trusts Commit A Landmark Grant To IIM Bangalore’s Undergraduate Campus

* Catalytic endowment advances a shared vision between the Tata Trusts and the IIMB for multidisciplinary undergraduate education, anchored in world-class infrastructure, research capability and globally benchmarked learning

IIM Bangalore has announced a significant philanthropic commitment by the Tata Trusts, marking a pivotal step in the development of a world-class, Undergraduate School in Bengaluru. The grant will directly support the Institute’s long-term academic vision, campus design and institutional roadmap for excellence in higher education in India.

The idea for the new School of Undergraduate Studies, located approximately 27 kilometres from IIMB’s main campus, was conceived as part of the Institute’s broader vision to contribute to undergraduate education in India with the same academic rigour and global orientation that define its postgraduate and executive education programmes.

The school will initially offer two four-year, full-time residential programmes: a BSc (Honours) in Economics with a minor in Data Science, and a BSc (Honours) in Data Science with a minor in Economics, both commencing in August this year. The curriculum integrates data science, economics and business studies into an interdisciplinary framework designed to prepare students for a complex, data-intensive market environment. With a cohort of 80 students (40 in each stream), the structure enables focused learning, personalised attention and a high degree of academic mentorship within IIMB’s learning environment.

The landmark endowment will underpin the development of world-class academic and residential infrastructure. It will enable new research clusters at the intersection of emerging fields including Artificial Intelligence, data science, algorithmic design, Indian Knowledge Systems and applied business learning. The institutional support also strengthens IIMB’s commitment to nurturing a dedicated faculty body drawn from myriad academic disciplines.

For the Tata Trusts, this commitment is rooted in a long-held belief that the most lasting investments a philanthropic institution can make, are in knowledge and in the people who carry it forward. The Trusts have consistently nurtured efforts to build institutions that are academically rigorous, globally oriented and connected to India's development. An undergraduate programme designed around data, economics and evidence aligns closely with that tradition.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Noel Tata, Chairman, Tata Trusts, said, “The Tata Trusts have for over a century supported some of India’s most defining institutions like the Tata Memorial Hospital and the Indian Institute of Science. This support reflects the same instinct, to build institutions of enduring value through support at an early, formative stage when philanthropic capital can shape not just a building or a budget, but the character and ambition of an institution itself.”

Welcoming the endowment, Dr. Devi Shetty, Chairperson, Board of Governors, IIM Bangalore, said, “Transformative endowments, exemplified by the support from the Tata Trusts, are fundamental to setting institutes of national importance such as IIM Bangalore firmly on a path of global leadership. We are committed to nurturing talent at the undergraduate level and creating a pipeline of thinkers who can engage with the challenges of a data-driven world.”

Reflecting on the partnership, Mr. Siddharth Sharma, CEO, Tata Trusts, said, "At the Tata Trusts, we seek to nurture initiatives that are both ambitious in vision and grounded in realities they aim to address. Supporting IIM Bangalore, as it extends its tradition of academic rigour and excellence to undergraduate education, reflects our belief, that investing in knowledge and in the individuals who will shape India's future, is among the most meaningful things we can do.”

Elaborating on the academic design, Professor. U Dinesh Kumar, Director-in-Charge, IIM Bangalore said, “We have designed programmes that not only equip students with technical proficiencies, but enable young minds to ask better questions, interpret complexity and lead with evidence. The support from the Tata Trusts allows us to invest deeply in faculty, research infrastructure and campus environment, thereby contributing to a state-of-the-art learning ecosystem focused on India’s developmental priorities and committed to strengthening global capabilities”

About Tata Trusts

Established in 1892, the Tata Trusts are India’s oldest and amongst Asia's largest philanthropic institutions. They have played a pioneering role in bringing about an enduring difference in the lives of the communities they serve, advancing equity, resilience, and shared progress. Inspired by the vision of the Founder Jamsetji Tata and guided by a legacy of proactive philanthropy, the Tata Trusts work to catalyse systemic and sustainable change across diverse areas by building institutions, strengthening public systems, and accelerating socio-economic development in a wide variety of areas- healthcare; nutrition; education; water, sanitation and hygiene; urban and rural livelihoods, amongst others. The Trusts build meaningful solutions, bridging tradition and innovation, through collaborations that nurture grassroots efforts, empower change makers, and touch lives across India.

For more information visit: www.tatatrusts.org     

JP Nagara SOCIAL Introduces An Exclusive 15-Inch Wood-Fired Pizza Menu For Bengaluru

JP Nagara SOCIAL is expanding its dining experience with the launch of an exclusive Wood-Fired Pizza Menu, curated specially for the Bengaluru neighbourhood. Bringing 15-inch, large-format pizzas to the neighbourhood, the new menu marks the first time that wood-fired pizzas are being served at any SOCIAL outlet in the country. Baked in a wood-fired oven for a crisp, smoky crust, the pizzas are designed to be generous and shareable, with flavours ranging from classic Margherita and Quattro Formaggi to locally inspired options such as ghee roast flavours with a garlic punch, and wood-fire roasted peri peri chicken.

At the heart of the new menu is the pizza dough, prepared to bring out the signature texture of a wood-fired pizza: crisp at the base, airy around the edges, and lightly smoky from the oven. The 15-inch format makes the pizzas ideal for sharing, whether over a team lunch, an easy afternoon meal, or a table full of food with friends. With this menu, JP Nagara SOCIAL brings together the craft of wood-fired pizzas with the familiar, flavour-forward combinations that guests expect from SOCIAL.

The menu has been designed for all kinds of cravings from classic comfort to loaded, indulgent combinations. Guests can choose from vegetarian favourites like the classic Margherita, layered with pesto, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and more, the Green Flag Pizza, Quattro Formaggi - the ultimate four cheese pizza, Earthy mushrooms meets fiery Guntur chilli aioli - Chill Maadi Chilli Aioli, Tikka It Easy Pizza layered with smoky tandoori paneer tikka, The Ghee-Licious Pizza spread with paneer ghee roast with hot ghee drizzle, pickled onion and garlic aioli.

The non-vegetarian selection brings in bolder, meatier flavours with options like The Tikka Me Away Pizza topped with yellow cheddar, The Ghee-Nius Pizza – the genius combination of chicken as ghee roast, Hyd Your Pizza - Hyderabadi coriander chicken, Peri peri chicken, roasted bell peppers and mozzarella, Peri The Pizza, Enthu BBQ Pizza with caramelised onion and feta crumble, Start-Up Pepper-Bro-Ni Pizza - classic Pepperoni with smoked scamorza, parmesan and arugula, and the loaded The Meat Cute Pizza with pork sausages and pork pepperoni in one pizza.

Speaking about the launch, Chef Arvinda Poojari, Executive Chef – South at Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., said, “At SOCIAL, food has always been about comfort, familiarity and a little bit of surprise. With the Wood-Fired Pizza Menu at JP Nagara SOCIAL, we wanted to bring in the joy of freshly baked, smoky, generously topped pizzas while still keeping the Bangalore flavours fun and rooted in what our guests enjoy. From Guntur chilli aioli and paneer tikka to peri peri chicken, ghee roast and pepperoni, every pizza has been built to feel familiar, but with that unmistakable SOCIAL spin.”

With its crackling crusts, fresh-from-the-oven warmth, and a mix of classic, Indian-inspired and globally loved toppings, the Wood-Fired Pizza Menu adds a new reason to drop by JP Nagara SOCIAL. So, whether you’re looking for the best restaurants in Bangalore for a team lunch, an easy afternoon meal, or a table full of pizzas with the gang, this one fits right in.  

Ten x You Accelerates Growth Journey With INR 50 Crore ARR In Eight Months; Targets 2.5 X Scale-Up By December 2026

Homegrown sports and athleisure brand Ten x You has announced a strong growth trajectory within months of launch, achieving an annual run rate of approximately INR 50 crore within eight months of operations. Building on this momentum, the company is targeting a 2.5X scale-up in its business by December 2026, driven by portfolio expansion, channel growth, and increasing consumer adoption.

Founded with the vision of transforming India from a sports-loving nation into a sports-playing nation, Ten x You is rapidly emerging as a rising player in India's evolving sportswear and athleisure market. The brand offers a growing portfolio across footwear, apparel, cricket, court sports, running, walking, and recovery categories, designed specifically to meet the needs of Indian consumers.

Ten x You has rapidly built a strong connection with consumers across channels, reaching over 50,000 customers through its D2C platform, marketplaces, and offline retail presence. Over the last few months, the brand has witnessed significant momentum, recording more than 200% growth in customer traction between February 2026 and May 2026. The company is also seeing encouraging signs of loyalty and repeat engagement, with 15% of consumers returning to shop again on its D2C platform, reflecting strong consumer confidence in the brand's product quality, comfort, and performance.

Commenting on the growth trajectory, Karthik Gurumurthy, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Ten x You, said, "The response to Ten x You validates our belief that Indian consumers are looking for sportswear that combines performance, comfort, and accessibility. Our focus has been on building products specifically for Indian consumers, whether through comfort-led design, fit, or affordability. As we expand across categories and channels, we remain committed to making high-quality sportswear accessible to a much wider audience and enabling more Indians to participate in sport.”

A key differentiator for Ten x You has been its focus on creating products tailored for Indian consumers. The brand collaborates with leading design experts and manufacturing partners across Germany, Portland, Taiwan, and Asia to bring global innovation, material technology, and performance engineering to Indian consumers. Its products are designed keeping Indian requirements in mind, including wider foot profiles, climate conditions, and everyday comfort needs.

The company plans to further expand into fitness footwear and open footwear segments over the coming months. As part of its next phase of growth, Ten x You aims to establish a presence across the country's leading retail and distribution channels by Q3 FY27. The company is strategically prioritising D2C for launches and brand building, marketplaces for premium product visibility and accessibility, speciality sports stores for cricket-focused categories, and Exclusive Brand Outlets (EBOs) to strengthen product experience and consumer engagement. The brand is targeting the launch of its first EBO by the end of 2026. Beyond India, Ten x You has already begun catering to international demand across markets including the United States, the United Kingdom, and other South Asian countries, reflecting the growing appeal of its India-first sportswear proposition among global consumers.