SPIRIT OF MUMBAI

Mumbai, June 1, 2026: The life insurance industry is highlighting the need for a more balanced understanding of life insurance, emphasizing that its long-term benefits including financial protection, security, and disciplined savings, far outweigh isolated concerns that may arise, including instances of mis-selling. The Insurance Awareness Committee – Life Insurance (IAC-Life) encourages customers and stakeholders to view life insurance as a long-term financial protection instrument, rather than assess it solely through immediate or short-term outcomes. “Life insurance is designed to deliver value over time—through financial security, protection for families, and disciplined savings. While concerns such as mis-selling do exist and must be addressed by the industry, they represent a small part of the overall ecosystem, which continues to deliver significant value to millions of policyholders,” said Kamlesh Rao, Chairperson, Insurance Awareness Committee (IAC-Life). Importantly, life ins...

Thane, June 29, 2026: Korum Mall successfully organised the Monsoon Run 2026 on Sunday, June 28, bringing together over 2,000 fitness enthusiasts, amateur runners and families for one of Thane's largest community running events. Organised annually for the past five years, the Monsoon Run has become a much-awaited fixture on Thane's community calendar, creating a culture of health, wellness and togetherness while encouraging people of all ages to embrace an active lifestyle. The run was flagged off at 5:30 AM from Korum Mall and featured 3 km, 5 km, 10 km and 15 km categories, catering to participants across age groups and fitness levels. Runners enjoyed the city's monsoon ambience as they completed the scenic course, with many using their official race timings to qualify for leading marathons and competitive running events. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from seasoned runners as well as first-time participants, reinforcing the growing culture of fitness and ...

Mumbai, June 29, 2026: As Artificial Intelligence rapidly transforms industries, jobs, and the skills required for future careers, SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) has announced NMIMS Horizon, a university-wide future skills initiative designed to prepare students for an AI-driven economy. Developed in collaboration with Coursera, the initiative will provide nearly 40,000 student users across NMIMS campuses access to AI-enabled learning pathways, globally recognised certifications, and industry-relevant skill development opportunities integrated directly into their academic journey. The initiative marks a significant shift in how higher education institutions are responding to the growing demand for AI literacy and future-ready skills. While employers increasingly seek graduates who can work alongside emerging technologies, NMIMS is embedding AI-enabled learning into the curriculum across multiple programs. Through NMIMS Horizon, students will gain acces...

Joins Shahrukh Khan as the face of the brand Mumbai, 28 June 2026: Candere, the lifestyle jewellery brand from the House of Kalyan Jewellers, has announced celebrated Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana as its new brand ambassador. Joining Shahrukh Khan as the face of the brand, Smriti’s association marks a significant step in Candere’s journey to strengthen its connect with young, modern Indian consumers. One of India's most accomplished cricketers, Smriti has built a strong connection with audiences through her achievements, consistency and authenticity. At a time when women’s cricket continues to command growing attention across the country, her association with Candere reflects the brand’s focus on consumers who view jewellery not as something reserved for occasions, but as a natural part of how they present themselves every day. Mr. Ramesh Kalyanaraman, Director, Candere, said, “Smriti Mandhana’s influence extends far beyond the cricket field. She represents a generation that val...

Mumbai, June 27, 2026: In an evening marked by profound reflection and compelling dialogue, renowned homeopath and wellness pioneer Dr Mukesh Batra officially launched his latest book, Toxic: Stories, Science and Remedies for a Cleaner Mind, Body and Spirit, in conversation with bestselling author, broadcaster and former diplomat Amish Tripathi. Published by Bloomsbury India, Toxic expands the understanding of toxicity beyond environmental pollution to include the invisible yet pervasive toxins of the mind, emotions, relationships and spirit. The book examines how anxiety, fear, unhealthy relationships, rigid beliefs and unchecked ego can quietly erode well-being, while also offering practical pathways towards healing and inner transformation. Opening the discussion, Padma Shri Dr. Mukesh, Founder and Chairman Emeritus at Dr Batra’s® Healthcare reflected on what inspired him to broaden the conventional understanding of toxicity. "When we think of pollution, we think of the air we ...

ICAI Celebrates International MSME Day; Hosts National ScaleUp India Summit 2026 to Strengthen MSME and Startup Ecosystem Summit focused on Policy Reforms, Compliance and Funding aimed towards Handholding & Strengthening India’s MSME & Startup Ecosystem  Organised ICAI MSME Clinics to provide free advisory services across 186 Branches and 5 Regional Council pan India The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), through its Committee on MSME & Startup, successfully organized a two-day ICAI ScaleUp India Summit 2026 for MSMEs & Startups at Jio World Convention Centre in, Mumbai on 26th and 27th June 2026. The summit was supported by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, National Small Industries Corporation, Laghu Udyog Bharati and All India Association of Industries, NSE, i-Hub, CAIT, AIAI, FICCI FLO, SIDBI, Leading Banks and Ecosystem Partners. The two-day summit brought together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, Chartered Accounta...