SPIRIT OF MUMBAI

Mumbai, 25 April 2026: Vikram-1, India’s first privately built orbital rocket by Skyroot Aerospace, was flagged off today by Shri A. Revanth Reddy, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, from the company’s Max-Q campus in Hyderabad. Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs of Telangana, was also present at the event. The ceremony marked the rocket’s formal departure to the launch site at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota. As part of the event, the Chief Minister ceremonially flagged off the rocket’s space-ready payload fairing, the structure that protects the satellites inside the rocket during flight. Addressing Skyroot employees, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, Shri A. Revanth Reddy said the ocassion marks a key milestone in Telangana's pursuit of becoming a global leader in Aerospace sector. He explained that the government is focusing on skilling youth for the aerospace sector thr...

Mumbai/Washington, D.C.* — The Indian Embassy hosted the exhibition to commemorate the victims of the Pahalgam attack and highlight the devastating impact of cross-border terrorism targeting India, particularly by Pakistan-backed terror groups. The exhibition was inaugurated by India’s Ambassador to the U.S., Vinay Mohan Kwatra. The primary objective of the exhibition was to pay tribute to the 26 victims of the April 22, 2025 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, and to underscore the role of Pakistan-based groups. Around 19 members of the U.S. Congress, along with administrative officials and members of the Indian diaspora, attended the event and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening India–U.S. counterterrorism cooperation. The digital exhibition also showcased major terrorist attacks from around the world, including the 1993 Mumbai bombings and the 2008 Mumbai attacks. It identified the terrorist organizations responsible for these incidents, including several Pakistan...

National, April 2026:  TTK Prestige, a trusted name in kitchen innovation, announced a significant milestone in its retail journey with Prestige Xclusive (PXL) successfully launching 100 exclusive outlets across India in FY26. This expansion marks a strong step forward in enhancing the brand’s omni-presence and improving consumer accessibility across key markets. The expansion is strategically aligned with TTK Prestige’s evolving portfolio of new-age cookware and appliances. This includes advanced cookware ranges such as Tri-ply, Castlite, and ceramic collections, alongside innovative appliances like the Endura series for multifunctional cooking and the Nutri series for healthier, easy-to-prepare meals. The portfolio is further strengthened by cutting-edge solutions such as 2-in-1 air fryers like Airflip, induction cooktops with whistle counter technology, and the Duo range including the Electro Duo with both induction and infrared cooking. Additionally, the Svachh series—featuring...

  Bank of India Hosts Cyber Fraud Awareness Programme for CRPF to Strengthen Financial Security 22 nd  April 2026, Mumbai:  Bank of India, one of India’s leading public sector banks, organized a “Cyber Fraud Awareness Programme” on 20.04.2026 at the Central Reserve Police Force, Head Quarters, New Delhi. The program’s objective was to equip and empower the CRPF personnel posted at various Zones/ Sector/ Range/ Group Centres/ Battalions and other CRPF institutions against various types of Cyber Frauds.   Shri D S Negi – Deputy Inspector General (Admn)  of CRPF chaired the ceremony. The event was also attended by Sh. Vasudev - General Manager, Bank of India and other Senior Officials of both the organisations. Sh. D S Negi (DIG – Admn)  thanked BOI for conducting such an informational program for the benefit of CRPF personnel. He mentioned that, CRPF personnel often manage their finances remotely and are vulnerable to sophisticated cyber scams. He further emp...

  Die & Mould India International Exhibition 2026 marks the beginning of four days of innovation, dialogue, and discovery. As exhibitors’ present next-gen solutions and visitors engage with new ideas, the event reinforces its role as a growth catalyst in India’s tooling industry.  Setting the stage for innovation and industry collaboration, Die & Mould India International Exhibition 2026 (DMI 2026) commenced at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai, on April 21, 2026. Organised by the Tool & Gauge Manufacturers Association of India (TAGMA), DMI 2026 promises to showcase various technological developments for the booming die and mould industry. It highlights the opportunities and challenges and provides a platform for toolmakers to learn from the user industry.  The four-day event has brought together leading toolmakers, technology providers, and user industries to highlight advancements in die and mould technology, CNC machining, automation, and addit...

Mumbai, April 19, 2026:  Shriram Finance Limited (SFL), the flagship company of the Shriram Group, has announced a revision in interest rates on Fixed Deposits (FDs) across various maturity tenures. The revised rates will be effective from May 6, 2026. The rate revision follows the recent upgrade of SFL's long-term credit ratings for Bank Loan Facilities, Non-Convertible Debentures, Subordinated Debt, and Fixed Deposit Programmes to  AAA (Stable)  — the highest rating on each agency's respective scale, by CRISIL Ratings, ICRA, India Ratings & Research, and CARE Ratings. The Fixed Deposits are rated  "CRISIL AAA/Stable"  by CRISIL Ratings,  "[ICRA]AAA (Stable)"  by ICRA,  "IND AAA/Stable"  by India Ratings and Research, and  "CARE AAA/Stable"  by CARE Ratings. Revised Interest Rates (Effective May 6, 2026) Deposits up to Rs. 10 Crore Tenor Existing Rate p.a. Revised Rate p.a. 12 months 7.00% 6.75% 15 months (Digital Only) 7.25% 7...