Air India Unveils A New Campaign To Showcase India’s Only Premium Economy Experience

* Redefining Comfort For Today’s Modern Traveller

* With a powerful tagline, “The Premium you Deserve”, the campaign showcases Premium Economy as the deserved space for travellers who value comfort and care

* Based on survey findings that reveal a shift in the conventional traveller mindset, especially on short-haul routes

Air India, India’s leading global airline, today unveiled a 360-degree campaign around its Premium Economy product that is today offered on 60% of its aircraft.

The campaign, called “The Premium you Deserve”, showcases India’s only Premium Economy, positioning it as more than a mere upgrade, and as a mindset that values priority, space, care and warmth.

Drawing from a recent customer survey, the campaign is built around the idea that comfort is no longer a luxury, but a reasonable expectation, even on short flights, both domestic and short-haul international. The survey reveals that Indian travellers are re-evaluating their priorities, with 80% saying that having a comfortable journey is more important than ever before; 87% believe that choosing comfort is not an indulgence, but practical. Moreover, 93% say in flight comfort impacts how they feel after landing and 60% don’t mind paying a little extra for more comfort even for short flights, be it domestic or short-haul international.

The insight at the heart of the campaign is simple yet powerful, reframing upgrade not as a luxury or splurge, but as something far more personal - a deserved experience.

The campaign, which will be rolled out across key touchpoints, showcases the sensory moments that signal comfort and care. From extra leg room to enhanced recline; from priority check-in to gourmet meals, the campaign highlights the array of benefits that Premium Economy has to offer. The narrative is calm, evocative, and focused on landing one clear thought: "It's your place in the sky. It is The Premium You Deserve." The campaign will run from 11 February to 31 March 2026.

Air India has recently completed the retrofit of its legacy narrowbody fleet, transforming the aircraft with three class cabins – luxurious seats in Business, extra legroom seats in Premium Economy and comfortable seats in Economy, offering wider choice to its guests.

Now, Air India is in the process of retrofitting its widebody aircraft, with the first legacy B787-8 aircraft rejoining the fleet post retrofit in March 2026. All 26 B787-8 aircraft in the fleet will complete their retrofit by mid-2027 while retrofit of B777 aircraft will begin in 2027 and be completed in 2028.

The airline also recently unveiled ‘The Maharaja Lounge’, its first flagship lounge, at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, a showcase of the New Air India Experience, all this signalling that ‘Change is in the air, and on the ground.

As Air India continues its transformation journey, the Premium Economy campaign reflects a broader brand shift, one that prioritises thoughtfulness over overt luxury, and positions comfort as something earned, meaningful and deeply human.

The campaign will be featured across multiple platforms, including Print, TV, strategic outdoor spaces, and digital channels such as YouTube, OTT platforms, Meta, Uber, Spotify, and during the T20 World Cup.

Watch the campaign video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6biy9tNDDF0

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 2025, 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

HDFC Mutual Fund Launches HDFC Nifty India Consumption Index Fund

[NFO Period: February 4, 2026 to February 13, 2026]

HDFC Asset Management Company Limited (HDFC AMC), Investment Manager to HDFC Mutual Fund (HDFC MF), one of India’s leading mutual fund houses, announced the launch of the HDFC Nifty India Consumption Index Fund, a scheme designed to provide investors exposure to companies that are expected to benefit from India’s long-term consumption growth. The New Fund Offer (NFO) opened on February 4, 2026, and closes on February 13, 2026.

The HDFC Nifty India Consumption Index Fund seeks to replicate the performance of the Nifty India Consumption Index (TRI), which tracks companies with exposure to India’s domestic consumption theme. The index comprises 30 stocks across sectors such as FMCG, Automobile and Auto components, Consumer Services, Consumer Durables, Healthcare and Telecom^. Companies included in the index derive more than 50 percent of their revenues from domestic operations, making it a focused play on India’s consumption-driven growth.

^For detailed methodology and list of eligible basic industries, please visit www.niftyindices.com

India’s consumption story is supported by multiple structural drivers, including rising per capita income, favourable demographics, premiumisation, formalisation of the economy, and increasing digitisation. In addition, policy measures such as GST rationalisation are expected to support consumer spending across categories over the medium to long term.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Navneet Munot, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, HDFC Asset Management Company Limited, said, “Consumption has been one of the most enduring pillars of India’s economic growth. As income levels rise and aspirations evolve, spending is becoming broader and more diversified across categories and services. The HDFC Nifty India Consumption Index Fund offers investors a simple and efficient way to participate in this long-term structural theme through a diversified basket of consumption-oriented companies.”

The fund will be managed by Ms. Nandita Menezes and Mr. Arun Agarwal. Investors can invest with a minimum amount of Rs. 100 during the NFO period and also during the continuous offer period after the scheme reopens for subscription and redemption. There is no upper limit on investment, and allotment of units will be done after deduction of applicable stamp duty, if any.

Investors should consult their financial advisers, if in doubt about whether the product is suitable for them. #The product labelling assigned during the NFO is based on internal assessment of the scheme characteristics or model portfolio and the same may vary post NFO when the actual investments are made. For latest riskometer, investors may refer to the Monthly Portfolios disclosed on the website of the Fund viz. www.hdfcfund.com

The scheme being thematic in nature carries higher risks versus diversified equity mutual funds on account of concentration and theme specific risks.

About HDFC AMC:

HDFC Asset Management Company Limited (HDFC AMC) is an Investment Manager to HDFC Mutual Fund, one of the largest mutual funds in the country. It was incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956, on 10th December 1999 and was approved to act as an Asset Management Company for HDFC Mutual Fund by SEBI on 3rd July 2000. It has other SEBI licenses viz. PMS and AIF. HDFC AMC manages a diversified asset class mix across Equity and Fixed Income/Others. It also has a countrywide network of branches along with a diversified distribution network comprising Banks, Independent Financial Advisors and National Distributors.

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Tata Technologies Showcases WATTSync’s Readiness For India’s Battery Aadhaar Ecosystem

* Aligning With Global Battery Passport Standards

* WATTSync enables seamless generation and management of India’s 21-character Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN), ensuring full lifecycle traceability and compliance

* The platform integrates secure QR‑based digital identity, static and dynamic data models, and central server connectivity to meet emerging regulatory mandates

* Built on a cloud‑ready, microservices architecture, WATTSync supports advanced safety intelligence, predictive maintenance, and circular-economy data flows for sustainable mobility.

Tata Technologies, a global product engineering and digital services company, announced that its battery intelligence platform WATTSync is fully equipped to meet India’s upcoming Battery Aadhaar digital identity and traceability requirements, while maintaining seamless alignment with the EU Battery Regulation (EU BR 2023/1542).

As India moves toward implementing a unified, QR-code-enabled Battery Aadhaar framework for enhanced visibility, compliance, and sustainability across the battery lifecycle, WATTSync’s architecture, data model and integration capabilities position it as a future‑ready industry solution.

WATTSync offers robust support for India’s mandated 21‑character Battery Pack Aadhaar Number (BPAN), enabling manufacturers and ecosystem partners to generate, manage and integrate unique battery identifiers across production, operations and end‑of‑life workflows. The platform mirrors global digital battery passport requirements, ensuring interoperability across markets.

WATTSync’s QR-code-enabled digital identity engine facilitates secure access to both static and dynamic battery data, supporting India’s authentication and verification standards and aligning with similar mechanisms under the EU digital passport ecosystem.

Its comprehensive static data model natively supports the full range of prescribed Battery Aadhaar fields, including manufacturer identifiers, battery descriptors, material composition, chemistry, and carbon footprint (BCF). Owing to its EU-compliant design, the system also manages extended sustainability, due‑diligence, and environmental data.

To support dynamic data mandates such as State of Health (SoH), charge-discharge cycles, thermal events and operational parameters, WATTSync integrates seamlessly with Battery Management Systems (BMS). The platform’s microservices-driven, cloud-ready architecture enables high‑volume ingestion and real‑time analytics, ensuring readiness for Indian and European reporting expectations.

In alignment with India’s requirement to store dynamic battery data on authorized central servers, WATTSync enables secure, API-based data exchange with government‑mandated digital infrastructure. This ensures traceability, auditability and oversight across the supply chain.

WATTSync’s Battery LifeCycle Manager tracks every lifecycle transition, from manufacturing and active use to repair, repurposing and recycling, helping manufacturers meet India’s and the EU’s circularity and sustainability mandates.

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) capabilities ensure structured and secure data views for manufacturers, suppliers, operators, recyclers, regulators and auditors. This granular access design aligns with both Indian guidelines and global regulatory frameworks.

The platform integrates AI‑driven analytics that support predictive maintenance and safety intelligence, including thermal anomaly detection, RUL (Remaining Useful Life) estimation and performance‑risk profiling—addressing Battery Aadhaar’s strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

WATTSync also supports India’s circular‑economy objectives by enabling end‑of‑life information exchange, recovered‑material documentation, and carbon‑footprint tracking across the recycling chain. These capabilities are aligned with EU BR’s material‑recovery and sustainability requirements.

For domestic manufacturing under the ACC‑PLI scheme, WATTSync provides secure provenance documentation and traceability required to verify cell origin, strengthening transparent and fraud‑resistant supply chains.

With its global compliance foundation and India‑ready digital identity features, WATTSync positions Tata Technologies as a strategic partner in enabling trusted, sustainable and future‑ready battery ecosystems.

IIT Kanpur’s Class Of 1976 Marks Golden Jubilee Reunion With A Gift Of Rs. 13.40 Crore To Their Alma Mater

The Class of 1976 of the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) returned to campus to celebrate their Golden Jubilee Reunion, marking 50 years since they finished their journey at the institute. The reunion brought together alumni from across India and abroad to reconnect with peers, relive cherished memories, and reaffirm their enduring bond with their alma mater.

As part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations, the Class of 1976 announced a pledge of Rs. 13.40 Cr. aimed at supporting key initiatives at IIT Kanpur. The collective contribution reflects the batch’s deep sense of gratitude towards the institute and its commitment to contributing meaningfully to IIT Kanpur’s continued growth and excellence.

The reunion celebrations offered alumni an opportunity to engage closely with institute leadership, faculty members, and students, while also witnessing the significant academic, research, and infrastructure advancements achieved by IIT Kanpur over the past five decades. Alumni fondly reflected on their formative years on campus during the 1970s - a period that laid the foundation for their professional journeys and lifelong values.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Manindra Agrawal, Director, IIT Kanpur, said, “IIT Kanpur takes great pride in the accomplishments of its alumni and the values they continue to uphold. The Golden Jubilee Reunion of the Class of 1976 is a celebration of not only five decades of personal and professional achievements, but also of a lasting relationship with the institute. Their commitment to giving back will play an important role in strengthening IIT Kanpur’s academic and institutional ecosystem for future generations.”

On behalf of the batch, Mr. Muktesh Pant highlighted the Class of 1976’s long-standing culture of collective giving and its sustained association with IIT Kanpur. He recalled an earlier batch-led contribution made nearly 25 years ago, which - through prudent investment by the institute - grew substantially and was channelled towards the LVAD project, helping lay the foundation for pioneering work in artificial heart research at the Gangwal School of Medical Sciences and Technology at IIT Kanpur. Building on this legacy, the batch set an ambitious fundraising target of Rs. 10 Crore for their Golden Jubilee, despite being a relatively small cohort with many members now retired. The collective effort of the alumni surpassed expectations, culminating in a total contribution of Rs. 13.40 Crores, reflecting the deep sense of gratitude and shared responsibility the batch continues to hold towards its alma mater.

Expressing appreciation for the alumni’s continued engagement, Prof. Amey Karkare, Dean of Resources and Alumni, said, “Our alumni are among IIT Kanpur’s greatest strengths, and the Class of 1976 exemplifies the spirit of lifelong association with one’s alma mater. Their generous pledge during this landmark reunion reflects a deep sense of responsibility and affection for the institute. Such support will help further enhance student opportunities, faculty excellence, and institutional development, while inspiring younger batches to remain closely connected to IIT Kanpur.”

The Golden Jubilee Reunion of the Class of 1976 was marked by nostalgia, camaraderie, and meaningful engagement, celebrating a legacy that continues to inspire. IIT Kanpur extends its sincere appreciation to the Class of 1976 for their commitment and looks forward to their continued association in advancing the institute’s mission of education, research, and innovation.

About IIT Kanpur

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, established in 1959, is recognized as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. Renowned for excellence in science, engineering, and interdisciplinary education, IIT Kanpur spans a 1,050-acre lush green campus and comprises 20 departments, 27 centres, three interdisciplinary programmes, and three specialized schools. With over 570 faculty members and more than 9,500 students, the institute continues to lead in innovation, research, and holistic development.

For more information, visit: www.iitk.ac.in

TVS SCS Delivers Strong Q3 FY26; Adjusted EBITDA Up 33% YoY To ₹199 Cr; Operational PAT1 At ₹18 Cr

~ India leads momentum delivering 11.8% (YoY) and 5.5% sequential revenue growth

~ ISCS segment margins expand to 9.24%; GFS segment continues sequential recovery

~ Robust order pipeline at ₹6,300 crore; Revenue from new business wins for Q3 at ₹319 crore

TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited (NSE: TVSSCS, BSE: 543965), a global supply chain solutions provider and one of India’s largest and fastest-growing integrated supply chain solutions companies, announced its consolidated unaudited financial results for the quarter ended 31st December 2025 and nine months ended FY26. The key highlights of the quarter were double-digit revenue growth, margin expansion and continued progress on profitability, disciplined execution and improving operating leverage.

Q3 FY26 (Consolidated) performance compared with Q3 FY25

• Revenue ₹2,715.81 crores as compared to ₹2,444.62 crores

• Adjusted EBITDA ₹199.31 crores as compared to ₹150.38 crores

• Operational PBT1 ₹25.13 crores compared to (₹15.19) crores

• Reported PBT ₹16 crores compared to (₹15.19) crores

• Operational PAT1 ₹18.02 crores compared to (₹ 23.80) crores

• Reported PAT ₹ 11.19 crores compared to (₹ 23.80) crores

1 Operational PBT & PAT is excluding the impact of new wage code in Q3FY26

For Q3 FY26, the company reported revenue from operations of ₹2,715.81 crore, up 11.1% year-on-year, supported by continued strength in ISCS segment and a significant recovery in volumes in the GFS segment. Adjusted EBITDA rose 32.5% YoY to ₹199.31 crore, with margins expanding by 120 bps to 7.34% (against 6.15% in the previous year), reflecting the growth and operating leverage.

Profit Before Tax (PBT) before exceptional items for Q3 FY26 stood at ₹25.13 crore as against a loss of ₹15.19 crore in Q3 FY25 reflecting improved operating performance and margin expansion. Profit After Tax (PAT) was ₹11.19 crore against a loss of ₹23.8 crore YoY, reflecting the strength of the underlying operating performance. The company also registered a robust order pipeline of ₹6,300 crore and revenue from new business wins for Q3 at ₹319 crore.

For the nine months ended FY26, revenue increased 6.3% YoY to ₹7,970.75 crore. Adjusted EBITDA rose 7.4% to ₹548.72 crore, with margins improving to 6.88%. PBT for the 9 month period stood at ₹243.3 crore (including a one-time gain of ₹177 crore from the TVS ILP InVIT in Q1FY26), compared to ₹16.4 crore in the same period last year. PAT for the 9 month period was ₹98.66 crore, compared to a loss of ₹5.72 crore in the corresponding period last year, underscoring the company’s focus on profitable growth.

Commenting on the Q3 FY26 performance, Ravi Viswanathan, Managing Director, TVS Supply Chain Solutions Ltd., said, “Q3 marked a significant milestone for us, with strong top-line growth, a step-change in EBITDA performance and margins, and continued progress on profitability. The quarter was led by strong business growth in India, supported by disciplined execution across our operating regions and a sharp focus on efficiency.”

R Vaidhyanathan, Global Chief Financial Officer, TVS Supply Chain Solutions Ltd., said, “Q3 reflected continued improvement in earnings, supported by margin expansion and stronger operating leverage in the ISCS segment. Growth in PBT and PAT reflects the actions we have taken to improve profitability. We remain committed on sustaining the margin progression and improving overall return metrics.”

Below is the summary of the business and financial performance of the two operating segments along with the consolidated financial performance:

Integrated Supply Chain Solutions (‘ISCS’):

Integrated Supply Chain Solutions (ISCS) continued to anchor performance, with Q3 FY26 revenue of ₹1,979.52 crore, up 8.32% YoY. Adjusted EBITDA increased 24.64% YoY to ₹182.89 crore, with margins expanding to 9.24%, driven by growth and productivity improvements, higher value-added services, and strong execution across contracts. For 9M FY26, ISCS EBITDA grew 12.03% YoY with margins improving to 8.75%.

Global Forwarding Solutions (‘GFS’):

Global Forwarding Solutions (GFS) delivered a sequential recovery, with Q3 FY26 revenue rising 9.95% QoQ and 19.30% YoY to ₹736.28 crore. Adjusted EBITDA improved 27.01% QoQ to ₹17.26 crore, with margins expanding to 2.34%, reflecting early benefits of cost actions and stabilising volumes, even as macro conditions remained challenging.

Supriya Lifescience Delivers Strong Q3 FY26 Results With 11% YoY Revenue Growth

The unaudited financial statements for Q3FY26 have been released by Supriya Lifescience Ltd., a cGMP-compliant business with a strong track record in API manufacturing and a focus on products from a variety of therapeutic segments, including anti-histamine, anti-allergic, vitamin, anaesthetic, and anti-asthmatic. The company has spread its business in more than 120 countries across the globe.

Key Consolidated Financial Highlights: 

Particulars	Q3 FY26	Q3 FY25
Revenues (in Rs Cr)	206.44	185.65
EBITDA (in Rs Cr)	72.08	65.96
EBITDA Margin	34.9%	35.5%
PAT (in RsCr)	49.68	46.78
PAT Margin	24.1%	25.2%
Quarterly EPS (in Rs)	6.2	5.8

Key Highlights for Q3 FY26:

In Q3 FY26, Supriya Lifescience Ltd. witnessed a 11.2 % year-over-year growth in Revenue to Rs 206.44 crore compared to Rs 185.65 crore in Q3 FY25. 

EBITDA for Q3 FY26 stood at Rs 72.08 crore, with an EBITDA margin of 34.9%, as against Rs 65.96 crore in Q3 FY25 with a margin of 35.5%.

The Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q3 FY26 was Rs 49.68 crore, compared to Rs 46.78 crore in Q3 FY25.

The PAT Margin stood at 24.1% in Q3 FY26 versus 25.2% in Q3 FY25.

The anesthetic segment emerged as the primary growth driver in 9M FY26, contributing 54% of total revenues, compared to 48% in 9M FY25. The vitamins segment also witnessed improved traction, with its contribution increasing from 11% to 12% during the same period.

Growth was driven by Latin American market. Contribution of LatAm markets grew to 24% from 21% while the share of North America in the business mix went up to 6% in Q3FY26 from 3% over the last two quarters. However, Europe continues to be the Company’s largest market, accounting for 36% of business revenues in Q3 FY26 followed by Asia at 32%.

Capacity utilisation improved significantly, recovering from 70% in FY25 to 76% in 9MFY26. To support future growth across business segments, the Company has acquired three land parcels located near its existing manufacturing facilities, strengthening its long-term expansion plans.

Mr. Satish Wagh, Executive Chairman and Whole Time Director, Supriya Lifescience Ltd, commenting on the results, said, “Our performance this quarter reflects consistent execution and sustained profitability, supported by steady demand across key global markets. Exports continued to remain a strong contributor, accounting for approximately 82% of revenues in Q3, with Europe forming a significant share of the business mix. Capacity utilisation improved to around 76% during 9MFY26, aided by the ramp-up of Module E at our Lote Parshuram facility, enhancing operational efficiency and supply reliability. As we prepare for the commercial launch of our Ambernath formulation facility in Q4 FY26 and continue to deepen our presence in regulated markets through backward integration and new product introductions, we remain confident of driving stronger growth in the coming quarters.”

Axis Bank Launches Gold Loan For MSMEs With High Loan-To-Value And Same-Day Disbursement

Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, launched its Gold Loan offering for MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises), a secured overdraft facility designed to help small businesses unlock liquidity against their existing gold assets with fast processing, flexibility, and minimal documentation. The product is available to individual entrepreneurs and sole proprietors, both existing and new-to-bank customers, and is live across 3300+ gold-loan-enabled branches.

Eligible customers can avail over the counter (OTC) disbursement on the same day, with funds credited directly to their bank account. Loan amounts range from Rs. 50,000 up to Rs. 1 crore, based on eligibility and internal policies. Documentation requirements are limited to KYC, Udyam Registration or Assist Certificate, and ITR or GST registration. The facility operates as an overdraft against gold jewellery, with borrowers required to service only the monthly interest.

The product offers a loan-to-value (LTV) of up to 82%, which is higher than typical industry offerings, while remaining fully compliant with regulatory guidelines. This enhanced LTV is backed by Axis Bank’s robust risk management frameworks, disciplined customer segmentation, and stringent gold valuation and collateral monitoring processes. Together, these elements enable faster credit access while ensuring portfolio discipline.

Commenting on the launch, Bipin Saraf, Group Executive & Head Bharat Banking at Axis Bank, said, “Small businesses are central to India’s economic momentum, yet timely access to working capital remains a persistent challenge. Our Gold Loan for MSMEs is designed to address this gap by combining the strength of secured lending with speed, flexibility, and a simplified branch-led experience. By leveraging robust risk management frameworks and disciplined underwriting, we are able to extend higher loan eligibility against gold within prudent limits, enabling MSMEs to meet their business needs without disruption.”

The launch comes amid a broader shift in India’s credit landscape, where secured lending and MSME financing are emerging as key growth drivers. Rising gold prices, combined with banks’ increasing focus on secured portfolios and MSMEs’ need for fast, short-tenure liquidity, have significantly expanded the relevance of gold-backed business credit.

With this initiative, Axis Bank reinforces its commitment to supporting MSMEs with secured, high-quality credit solutions that respond to evolving business needs while aligning with the changing dynamics of India’s credit growth.

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 6,110 domestic branches (including extension counters) and 12,838 ATMs and cash recyclers spread across the country as on 31st December 2025. The Bank’s Axis Virtual Centre is present across eight centres with 1,582 Virtual Relationship Managers as on 31st December 2025. 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 more information, visit the website: https://www.axis.bank.in/