The macro environment remains restrictive. US inflation rose 0.4% month-on-month, while firm employment reinforced expectations that interest rates could remain elevated or rise further. The supplied figures showed the US 10-year Treasury yield moving from approximately 4.88% to above 5.1%.

Nvidia and US technology stocks add another source of volatility

Nvidia added to market uncertainty following Jensen Huang’s resignation and the appointment of Chief Financial Officer Colette Kress as interim CEO. Its shares fell approximately 11% over the week through Thursday, 12 November, leaving them more than 30% below their October peak.

Thursday’s trading showed a more mixed picture across technology stocks. Nvidia fell as much as 14% during the session before recovering to close 4.3% lower. AMD gained 5.9% and Broadcom rose 5.5%, while the Nasdaq Composite finished down 0.39%. These divergent moves suggest some rotation towards competing chipmakers.

Nvidia recovered part of its intraday losses, while competing chipmakers attracted buying and Asian technology shares subsequently rebounded. This suggests some capital was rotating within equities rather than leaving growth assets altogether. Nvidia’s partial recovery offers some reassurance, but does not establish that selling pressure has ended. A steadier Nasdaq could help crypto sentiment.

Rajagopal Menon, VP, WazirX, said, “The Futures risk is getting the direction right but being forced out before the move plays out. Sharp reversals can trigger liquidations on both sides. Traders should size positions around the loss they can absorb, keep leverage manageable and allow for slippage when markets move quickly.”

ETF withdrawals continue to weaken demand

US spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded approximately USD 300 million in withdrawals on Wednesday, extending their outflow streak to five sessions and bringing cumulative withdrawals over that period to around USD 1.44 billion. Nearly USD 270 million of Wednesday’s outflows came from BlackRock’s IBIT. Separately, industry data shows approximately USD 424 million leaving Ethereum ETFs across four reported sessions.

Levels and signals to watch

Bitcoin’s indicative support lies at 70,500, followed by 69,000. Reclaiming 73,000 would improve its short-term structure. Ethereum’s support sits at 2,000, with resistance at 2,120, followed by USD 2,150.

The RSI reads near 29 for Bitcoin and 28 for Ethereum, and indicates stretched selling momentum, but oversold conditions can persist. Futures traders should assess spot volume, open interest and funding together: rising open interest alone may reflect additional leverage rather than stronger underlying demand. Investors should keep exposure manageable and avoid interpreting a support test or a technology-stock rebound as sufficient evidence that the decline has ended.

Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet Strengthens Stroke Rehabilitation with Advanced Robotic and Technology-Assisted Rehabilitation Systems

Kauvery Hospital has a dedicated 24/7 Stroke Care Unit, supported by a multidisciplinary team of specialists and trained healthcare professionals to manage stroke patients through different stages of care. The team includes stroke medicine specialists, interventional radiologists, neurosurgeons and Rapid Neuro ICU intensivists, working in coordination to provide timely assessment, appropriate treatment and critical care when required. The dedicated stroke unit is supported by trained nursing staff and advanced medical equipment to facilitate comprehensive stroke management. From emergency evaluation and acute intervention to critical care and subsequent rehabilitation, this integrated approach aims to ensure continuity of care throughout the patient's journey. By introducing Stroke Rehabilitation, the hospital will provide care beyond treatment.

Speaking about the importance of rehabilitation in stroke care, Dr. Sivarajan Thandeswaran, Senior Consultant – Stroke Medicine, Kauvery Hospital Alwarpet, said, "Stroke treatment does not end with the initial medical intervention. The recovery phase is equally important, as individuals may have to overcome challenges related to movement, balance, coordination and everyday activities. Rehabilitation requires consistent, repetitive and structured training, guided by a multidisciplinary team. The introduction of advanced robotic rehabilitation systems allows us to incorporate technology-assisted training into individualised rehabilitation programmes, helping them work towards improving their functional abilities and independence. Our focus is to make the recovery journey more structured and meaningful for every individual."

One of the key additions is the Multilimb Isokinetic Robotic Rehabilitation System , a computerised robotic system designed to facilitate upper-limb, lower-limb and functional arm movement training. The system offers more than 20 exercise options for both upper and lower limbs, including exercises designed for major joints. It operates in active, assistive and resistive modes, allowing the level of support or resistance to be adapted to individual rehabilitation requirements.

The system also supports training for Activities of Daily Living (ADL), helping patients practise functional movements relevant to everyday tasks. Its interactive approach enables structured movement practice, with flexibility to address different stages of rehabilitation.

For those experiencing difficulty with hand and finger movements, robotic hand rehabilitation gloves will support guided hand-opening, hand-closing and finger-movement exercises. The system incorporates passive and mirror-therapy modes, along with adjustable training settings. By facilitating repetitive and assisted hand movements, this technology can be incorporated into individualised hand rehabilitation programmes under professional supervision.

The integration of robotic rehabilitation technologies with conventional physiotherapy and occupational therapy will enable the clinical team to incorporate different forms of assisted, repetitive and resistance-based movement training into individualised rehabilitation programmes. These technologies complement, rather than replace, the expertise and guidance of rehabilitation professionals.

Commenting on the initiative, Dr. Aravindan Selvaraj, Co Founder & Executive Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals, said, "At Kauvery, we believe that healthcare must extend beyond treating a medical condition to supporting patients throughout their journey towards recovery. Stroke can have a profound impact on an individual's mobility, independence and quality of life, as well as on their families. By bringing advanced robotic rehabilitation and neurostimulation technologies into our rehabilitation services, we are strengthening our commitment to comprehensive stroke care. Our aim is to combine clinical expertise, appropriate technology and compassionate care to support patients at every stage of their recovery journey."

Ajitesh Korupolu, CEO and founder, ASBL with KT Rama Rao at Times Business Awards

For ASBL, the job of a developer is not limited to building and selling homes. It starts much before construction, by understanding what customers need from their homes and communities. Once a customer chooses an ASBL home, the focus is on making the buying journey simple, clear and reliable. The relationship does not end when the keys are handed over. ASBL continues to stay connected with its customers and support them as they settle into their homes.

This approach is also a key part of the ASBL ecosystem. The company believes that trust is built through every interaction, not through one promise. By staying close to its customers, ASBL understands how people use their homes, amenities and shared spaces after they move in. What works well, what can be improved and how people actually live in these communities all become important inputs for the next project.

This creates a continuous feedback loop between the people living in ASBL communities and the teams building them. Customer experiences after handover help the company make better decisions in future projects, from planning and design to amenities and community spaces. In this way, every completed community becomes a source of learning for the next one.

This approach continues to shape ASBL's new project, ASBL Legacy, launched at RTC X Roads in Central Hyderabad. The project was planned around an insight into the neighbourhood: many people have strong ties to Central Hyderabad and want to continue living here, but also seek the lifestyle and amenities of a fully gated community, an option that has largely been absent in the area. ASBL Legacy aims to bridge this gap as the only fully gated community in the RTC X Roads neighbourhood and the tallest project in the area, with three towers rising up to G+50 floors. Spread across approximately 7.97 acres, the development will feature 73.25% open space, a 74,000 sq. ft. clubhouse and more than 50 amenities. Located just two minutes from RTC X Roads Metro Station, the project brings together the advantages of an established central location with the experience of a planned gated community.

The recognition at the Times Business Awards Hyderabad 2026 is a reflection of this way of working. For ASBL, every home that is built adds to a larger understanding of what people in Hyderabad want from the places they call home. That understanding will continue to shape how the company designs, builds and improves its communities in the years ahead.

Set up in Western India, the project at full operation, will run approximately 450 Kon-Tiki kilns across multiple mobile sites, turning biomass from local smallholder farms into biochar. Biomass in the region is commonly burned in the field after harvest. The project instead converts them into biochar, most of which goes back, free of charge, to the smallholder farmers who supplied the biomass. 

The project is being developed under Rainbow's Distributed open-kiln biochar methodology (v1.0). In March 2026, the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market confirmed Rainbow as eligible under its Core Carbon Principles, and the methodology is now under assessment for approval, which would allow the project’s credits to carry the Core Carbon Principles label. 

“When it comes to carbon removal, distributed biochar is one of the most interesting pathways," said Ludovic Chatoux, Co-founder and CEO, Rainbow. "It gives smallholder farmers a new source of income and healthier soils, and it can scale fast without heavy upfront investment. Developers like Varaha showed us that strong MRV is possible in the field, so we built a methodology with the rigour to match, including mandatory digital MRV. This rating is a strong signal for the whole pathway.” 

"Distributed biochar will only scale if buyers can trust every tonne, and that trust has to be earned through independent scrutiny,” said Madhur Jain, Co-founder and CEO, Varaha. “While to date, all of our industrial-rated biochar projects have been A-rated, this rating shows that community-led biochar does not need to compromise in quality. The combination of community engagement, quality and affordability will enable us to scale this project quickly and sustainably.” 

The project’s first issuance is planned in January 2027 with more than 100,000t delivered in 2027 alone making it one of the largest biochar projects globally and building on Varaha’s track record in community-led biochar. 

“A BeZero Carbon ex ante Rating represents our independent opinion on the likelihood of a pre-issuance carbon credit achieving a tonne of CO₂e avoided or removed. The A.pre rating for this project reflects our current assessment of its additionality, carbon accounting and permanence" said Tommy Ricketts, CEO and co-founder, BeZero Carbon. 

To view the rating report, visit bezerocarbonmarkets.com

 
About BeZero Carbon 
BeZero Carbon is a global carbon ratings agency. It equips organizations with tools to make climate decisions and aims to scale investment in sustainable environmental markets. Backed by a diverse team of specialists and global research partnerships, BeZero provides ratings and risk tools for carbon market participants. For more details, visit www.bezerocarbon.com
 

About Varaha 
Varaha is Asia’s largest carbon removal project developer and climate-tech platform. Founded in 2022, Varaha specializes in high-integrity, nature-based carbon dioxide removal (CDR) projects across the Global South. Leveraging an AI-driven digital Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (dMRV) platform, Varaha turns climate-positive farming into verified carbon credits for global buyers like Google and Microsoft, while directly improving rural smallholder livelihoods. For more information on Varaha, visit www.varaha.com 

The new facility forms part of approximately 200 MW of planned IT capacity across Delhi NCR, strengthening STTGDC’s ability to support hyperscalers, cloud service providers and enterprises as demand grows for scalable, high-performance digital infrastructure.

Developed in line with global standards and purpose-built for mission-critical workloads, STTGDC NOI2 combines resilient power infrastructure, carrier-neutral connectivity, advanced monitoring and comprehensive security. The facility is designed to provide customers with the reliability, flexibility and capacity required to scale increasingly complex cloud, AI and digital workloads.

STTGDC NOI2 has also been selected to host Neysa’s AI compute infrastructure expansion, demonstrating the facility’s ability to support the power, cooling and operational demands of high-density AI workloads. 

Bimal Khandelwal, Chief Executive Officer – India, STTGDC, said, “India’s continued digital growth and increasing adoption of AI are creating demand for infrastructure that can support larger, more complex and more compute-intensive workloads. STTGDC NOI2 strengthens our capacity in one of the country’s most important digital infrastructure markets and reflects our commitment to investing ahead of customer demand. By expanding our Delhi NCR platform, we are giving customers access to resilient, well-connected infrastructure with the scale and operational capabilities they need to grow with confidence. This investment is an important part of our long-term strategy to build the digital infrastructure that will support India’s next phase of cloud and AI-led growth.”

Including operational facilities and projects under development, STTGDC India’s portfolio comprises 34 data centres across 10 cities, representing more than 613 MW of critical IT load. The inauguration reflects Uttar Pradesh’s growing importance within India’s digital infrastructure landscape, supported by the state government's efforts to attract technology-led investments and develop an enabling ecosystem for large-scale data centre growth.

The company is advancing its long-term growth strategy through planned investments and agreements with state governments of Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu to support the development of large-scale data centre infrastructure. The company is also pursuing expansion opportunities in Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and other strategic markets, extending its ability to provide customers with geographically diversified, high-availability capacity across the country.

About STTGDC

STTGDC is a leading data centre platform enabling the cloud, AI and digital services that power how people live, work and connect. Headquartered in Singapore, the company operates across Asia and Europe, serving major hyperscalers, cloud service providers and enterprises. Built on trust and proven execution, STTGDC combines a global scale with deep local expertise to deliver resilient, scalable and sustainable infrastructure that powers digital growth.

In India, STTGDC has been designing, building and operating data centres for more than two decades, supporting the infrastructure needs of enterprises, cloud providers and public sector organisations. Today, it manages one of the country's largest white space portfolios, with more than 613 MW of critical IT load in 10 cities, across 34 facilities, including operational and under-development data centres. Serving a diverse customer base that includes many Fortune 500 companies, STTGDC delivers the resilience, scale and service quality required for mission-critical workloads.

STTGDC is committed to achieving carbon-neutral data centre operations by 2030 and advancing responsible growth through a strong focus on sustainability, safety, ethics, integrity and inclusion.

For more information, visit www.sttgdc.com/in-en.

 Masala Macaroni with California Walnut Meat

Masala Macaroni with California Walnut Meat – Shumaila Chauhan

Ingredients

For the California walnut Meat Crumble
½ cup California walnuts

¼ cup cooked lentils (masoor or moong)
1 small clove garlic
½ teaspoon cumin powder
¼ teaspoon red chili powder
Salt to taste

1 teaspoon oil
1 teaspoon soya sauce
For the Masala Macaroni
1 cup macaroni pasta

2 tablespoons pasta water
1 tablespoon oil or ghee

½ teaspoon cumin seeds

1 teaspoon chili flakes

½ teaspoon garlic

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 green chili, chopped (optional)

¼ cup capsicum, diced (optional)

½ inch ginger, grated

1 large tomato, blanched and crushed

½ teaspoon turmeric

½ teaspoon chili powder

½ teaspoon coriander powder
½ teaspoon garam masala
Salt to taste

1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 teaspoon pizza seasoning

Fresh coriander leaves, cheese and chopped California walnuts for garnish

Preparation

For the California walnut Meat Crumble
1. Dry roast California walnuts on low heat for 2–3 minutes until aromatic. Cool slightly.
2. Add all ingredients to a food processor. Pulse a few times until you get a crumbly, minced texture. Do not over-process.
3. In a nonstick pan, lightly sauté the mixture with 1 teaspoon oil for 4–5 minutes on low flame, until slightly browned. Set aside.
For the Masala Macaroni
4. Cook macaroni in salted water until just done. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
5. Heat oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add in chili flakes and garlic.
6. Add onion, green chili, and ginger. Sauté until golden.
7. Add tomatoes and cook till soft. Add a splash of water and cook till jammy.
8. Stir in turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
9. Fold in the cooked California walnut-lentil crumble, oregano, ketchup and pizza seasoning.
10. Mix and cook for 2–3 minutes to infuse flavors.
11. Add drained pasta and a few spoons of reserved water to loosen the mix.
12. Toss well to coat all pieces in masala and California walnut mix.
13. Garnish with some chopped California walnuts, coriander and cheese.

Fluffy California Walnut and Banana Pancakes

Fluffy California Walnut and Banana Pancakes

Ingredients

For Maple California walnut Cream
1/2 cup California walnuts
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/4 tablespoon cinnamon
For Pancakes
1 medium-size very ripe banana
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons melted butter, plus additional tablespoon for skillet
1/3 cup liquid egg whites
1 cup flour

 2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chopped California walnuts

Preparation

1. To prepare Maple California walnut cream, place all ingredients in a small food processor and process until light and fluffy.
2. Mash banana with a fork in a large bowl and stir in milk and melted butter. Stir together dry ingredients in a medium bowl and stir into banana mixture, being careful to not overmix. (A few small lumps are ok.)
3. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form in a medium bowl. Working in 3 batches, lightly fold into batter, folding just until egg whites are incorporated.
4. Coat a very large skillet with 1/2 tablespoon melted butter or nonstick cooking spray and set over medium-low heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup batter into skillet for each pancake.
5. Cook until very bubbly on the surface, then turn and cook for 30 seconds more. Serve immediately with Maple California walnut cream.

6. Sprinkle chopped California walnuts evenly on top.

California Walnut, Chocolate and Date Bark

California Walnut, Chocolate and Date Bark

Ingredients

150g California Walnuts, plus 25g chopped

1 teaspoon water
100g plain chocolate, chopped
20 pitted dates (150g)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.

2. Place the 150g California walnuts on a baking tray and bake for 5-8 minutes until golden. Then place straight in a high-speed blender and mix until it forms a smooth California walnut butter, adding 1 teaspoon water if it looks too dry.

3. Place the chocolate in a bowl over and pan of simmering water over a low heat and allow to melt, cool slightly.

4. Split open the dates and lay out on a sheet of parchment paper to form a rectangle, 5 dates down and 4 dates across (approx. 14x16 cm). Top with another sheet of parchment and bash with a rolling pin until flattened.

5. Remove the top sheet of parchment. Spread with the California walnut butter and then pour over the chocolate and spread until evenly coating the rectangle. Sprinkle with the chopped California walnuts and chill until set. Break into pieces to serve.

Big 5 Global unites international suppliers through global synergy and national vision to accelerate the UAE's urban development ambitions

Reflecting the scale of demand across the region, more than 1,800 exhibitors from over 60 countries will showcase 55,000 products, services, systems and solutions at the event, with international companies representing 70% of the exhibitor base.

“India and the UAE continue to strengthen their trade and economic partnership, creating opportunities for Indian manufacturers to engage with a growing regional construction market. Investment in housing, urban development, infrastructure capacity, industrial facilities and faster construction methods increases demand for materials, building systems and more sustainable solutions. With 80 Indian companies participating at Big 5 Global, the event provides an important opportunity to showcase India’s manufacturing capabilities, connect with regional buyers and project stakeholders and explore new business relationships across the construction supply chain,” said Pankaj Chadha, Chairman, Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC) India.

Strengthening supply chains across the project lifecycle

For buyers and project teams, this global reach creates greater choice and helps them respond to evolving project requirements. From construction materials and mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) solutions to building interiors and finishes, prefabrication, fire and safety, infrastructure equipment and industrial construction products, the exhibition covers key requirements across project delivery.

Seven co-located events extend the sectoral diversification across heavy construction, concrete, marble and stone, urban design and landscape, HVACR, digital construction and geospatial technologies, as well as facilities management. The sectors collectively reflect the interconnected requirements of the built environment, enabling stakeholders to compare solutions, diversify supplier networks and identify technologies that can improve productivity throughout an asset’s lifecycle. 

The scale and diversity of the exhibition are also reflected in the companies participating in 2026. The exhibitor line-up includes Liebherr, Bauer, Doosan, Zamil Steel, Anchor Allied, Astral, Dutco Tennant, TOPWERK, MASA and RAKNOR, alongside manufacturers and suppliers from across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, India, Egypt, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and Oman. Indian exhibitors include Aquasub Engineering, C.R.I. Pumps, Astral Limited, Jainson Cables India, Shakti Irrigation, Himalayan Adhesives and HP Adhesives, representing a range of products across pumps, piping, cables, irrigation and construction adhesives. The 2026 edition will also welcome first-time exhibitors, including Midea, Einhell, Reynaers, Innovo Group and Mulk Holding, further expanding the range of companies represented.

Technology supporting procurement and project delivery

Alongside evolving supply networks, technology is transforming procurement and project delivery, enabling greater efficiency, visibility and control. Digital technologies are creating new opportunities to improve how construction projects are planned, coordinated and delivered.

At Digital Construction World, exhibitors including Premier Construction Software, Nemetschek Group, Leica, RIB Software and DJI Drones will represent the digital construction sector. These areas are relevant to project teams seeking to improve coordination, access reliable project information and connect decisions across different stages of delivery.

Exploring more sustainable construction solutions

Beyond technological advancement, resource efficiency and sustainable construction remain key considerations; the industry prioritizes low-carbon materials use, waste reduction and building systems' performance.

Supporting the sustainability ambitions, the Big 5 Global Impact Trail provides a dedicated route through the exhibition floor, guiding visitors towards suppliers, products and insights supporting sustainable project delivery. Participating exhibitors include NaturaSeal with VOC-free, crack-bridging waterproofing membranes; Prime Middle East with low-GWP cooling refrigerants; and Deewan Equipment Trading with waste-reducing concrete reclaimers, among others.

“The next phase of growth across construction markets will be defined not only by the scale of development, but by how effectively the industry can deliver it,” said Josine Heijmans, Senior Vice President, dmg events. “Resilient supply chains, technology adoption, sustainable solutions and workforce capability are inseparable from project performance. Big 5 Global connects these priorities in one place, giving regional stakeholders access to global suppliers, practical innovation and the partnerships needed to move projects forward with greater confidence and long-term value.”

Big 5 Global is proud to collaborate with an esteemed network of partners and sponsors: Main supporting partner, Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure; Supporting partners, Dubai Civil Defence, Ministry of Economy & Tourism, Dubai Municipality, The Department of Municipalities and Transport and Riyadh Region Municipality; Headline partner, Italian Trade Agency; Strategic partners TALCO | Saudi Made and Midea; Innovation construction partner, Innovo; Construction delivery partner, Trojan Construction Holding; Integrated economic zones sponsor, KEZAD Group; Global industrial sponsor, National Industries Park; Construction mobility sponsor, United Motors & Heavy Equipment; Premium systems sponsor, Toshiba; Sustainable development sponsor, Dubai Investments Park; Gold sponsor, MIE Groups; and Bronze sponsors, Autodesk, DEWALT, M.A.H.Y Khoory & Co, Nemetschek Group, Premier Construction Software and STANLEY.

Registration for Big 5 Global is now open. The event takes place from 23 – 26 November 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre. For more information and to register, visit www.big5global.com

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the expansion of its EcoLink portfolio in India into water heating and OFR room heating. The water heater range includes storage and instant water heaters, with ThermoQuad Smart models offering WiZ app connectivity and voice control through Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri Shortcuts. The portfolio also includes WinterComfort oil-filled radiator (OFR) room heaters.

EcoLink expands its portfolio with smart water heaters and WinterComfort OFR room heaters, bringing connected technology and enhanced comfort to Indian homes

With this launch, Signify is extending EcoLink beyond its existing portfolio into two home appliance categories that address everyday household needs. The water heater range combines connected controls with technologies designed to protect against corrosion, manage hard-water conditions and retain heat. The WinterComfort room heaters offer multiple room heating modes and adjustable thermostat, and additional instant heating through Super Turbo PTC technology.

Commenting on the launch, Sumit Joshi, CEO & MD, Signify, Greater India, said, “When we launched EcoLink, we wanted to bring thoughtful design and dependable performance to everyday home appliances. EcoLink fans have been a strong proof point, earning recognition for design and introducing forms the category had never seen before. That success gives us the confidence to grow further. With our new heating range, we are bringing the same thinking to water heaters, using newer technology built for Indian conditions like hard water, and an uncompromising focus on build quality. Our goal is simple: products that families can trust for years, and an EcoLink brand that Indian consumers recognise, relate to.”

Elaborating on the portfolio expansion, C. Arun Kumar, Head of Consumer Business, Signify, Greater India, added, “When people choose a home appliance, they look at more than its basic function. They want to know how well it performs, how long it will last, how easy it is to live with and whether its design breaks the clutter, which is what EcoLink stands for. We built this range around those expectations, from tanks and heating elements designed for hard water to connected controls in ThermoQuad Smart. With our new heating range, we are bringing EcoLink to more households across India.”

EcoLink Smart Water Heaters: Connected control meets convenience

The EcoLink water heater range includes storage models in square and vertical cylinder designs, alongside instant water heaters. At the centre of the connected range is ThermoQuad Smart, available in 15-litre and 25-litre capacities. It connects to the WiZ app and supports Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri Shortcuts control, giving users the option to manage water heating through their phone or voice.

Users can switch the heater on remotely and schedule heating through the WiZ app to have hot water ready when they need it.

The storage portfolio also includes ThermoQuad square models in 10-litre, 15-litre and 25-litre capacities, and ThermoVault vertical cylinder models in the same capacities. These water heaters carry a 5-star rating from the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).

The ThermoGo instant range offers 1-litre, 3-litre and 5-litre options for different hot-water needs.

Key technologies across the storage range include:

• GlassVault tank technology: The glass-enamel lining is fused to the steel tank at high temperature to create a protective surface that helps resist corrosion.

• DuraCore heating element: Made with Incoloy 800 nickel-chromium alloy and a protective glass coating, the element is designed to withstand hard-water conditions.

• HeatLock insulation: High-density, pressure-injected polyurethane foam (PUF) insulation helps retain hot water for longer, reducing the need for frequent reheating and helping save electricity.

• Triple Safe protection: Safety features include automatic thermal cut-off, pressure release and protection against overheating and dry heating.

• Operating specifications: Storage models feature 2 kW heating power and pressure resistance up to 8 bar. It also features temperature display and touch controls.

WinterComfort Oil-filled room heaters: More control over everyday warmth

The EcoLink WinterComfort oil-filled radiator brings adjustable room heating to the portfolio. It includes digital and analog models with different heating outputs and controls.

The digital model features 11 Z-shaped fins, a digital temperature control panel and an RF remote. The analog range is available in 11-fin and 13-fin configurations, with hybrid fin design, a thermostat, 360-degree wheels and a cord winder.

The range includes the following features:

• Super Turbo PTC heating: An additional ceramic heating element provides supplementary heat. Analog models offer up to 400 W of additional heating, taking the total output to 2,900 W. The digital model offers a total output of 2,700 W.

• Multiple heating modes: ECO (1,000 W), COZY (1,500 W) and BOOST (2,500 W) modes give users different heating options.

• Digital controls: The digital model includes a touch control panel, digital display and RF Point Anywhere Remote.

• Safety features: Tip-over auto cut-off and thermal protection help support safe operation.

• SafeStore: Designed to help prevent oil spills when the radiator is stored flat.

The WinterComfort OFR room heaters comes with a two-year warranty.

Pricing, Warranty and Availability

The new EcoLink heating range will be available through Signify’s D2C channels, Amazon India, Smart Light Hubs and leading retail outlets.

Starting prices:

• EcoLink instant water heaters: Starting MRP INR 5,999.

• EcoLink storage water heaters: Starting MRP INR 13,999.

• WinterComfort OFR room heaters: Starting MRP INR 16,999.

*T&C applied

Warranty coverage:

• ThermoQuad and ThermoVault storage water heaters: 10-year tank warranty, 4-year heating element warranty* and 4-year product warranty*.

• ThermoGo 3-litre high-rise instant water heater: 7-year tank warranty*, 3-year heating element warranty* and 3-year product warranty*.

• Other ThermoGo instant models: 5-year tank warranty, 2-year heating element warranty and 3-year product warranty.

• WinterComfort OFR room heaters: 2-year warranty*.

EcoLink offers a 24-hour installation service promise across more than 300 cities. The water heater storage range also includes free installation and connecting pipes, subject to applicable model and service terms.

*T&C applied

About Signify  

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) is the world leader in lighting for professionals and consumers. We proudly bring to market the world’s best lighting brands, from Signify, Philips, Philips Hue, Signify Interact, Philips Dynalite, Color Kinetics and many more. Our advanced products connected systems and services unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. In 2025, we had sales of EUR 5.8 billion, approximately 27,000 employees, and a presence in over 70 markets. We are in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and hold the EcoVadis Platinum rating.  News and updates from Signify can be found in the Newsroom, on LinkedIn and Instagram. Information for investors is located on the Investor Relations page.

Embark's Bestselling Note Stories: My Life For Him & My Dream For Her

 

Four Gift Sets, Ready to Celebrate

This festive season, Embark presents four thoughtfully composed gift sets — a pair For Him and a pair For Her — that turn a single bottle into a complete sensory ritual, offered across two price points to suit every gesture.

Under Rs. 1,500 · The 3-Piece Gift Sets

A head-to-toe fragrance wardrobe

Each 3-Piece Gift Set pairs a 30 ml Eau de Parfum with a 150 ml perfumed deodorant and a 100 ml shower gel — an effortless, everyday ritual, available For Him and For Her.

Under Rs. 3,000 · The 5-Piece Gift Sets

A more indulgent gesture

For those seeking something more generous, each 5-Piece Gift Set brings together a full-size 100 ml Eau de Parfum, a 150 ml deodorant, a 100 ml shower gel and a 100 ml body moisturiser — all presented in a sleek travel pouch. A premium gift, available For Him and For Her.

Elegantly boxed and festive-ready, each set is designed to be given as beautifully as it is received.

Built Around Two Bestsellers

Each set is designed around Embark’s two most-loved signatures. My Life For Him is a warm, confident Eau de Parfum that opens on bright yuzu and nutmeg, settles into a heart of French lavender, and dries down to sandalwood and tonka bean — a modern, versatile scent for the man who wears his ambition with ease. My Dream For Her, the ELLE People’s Choice winner, unfolds from juniper berry and violet into a heart of Bulgarian rose, resting on dry amber and sandalwood — an elegant floral-oriental for the woman who chases her dreams relentlessly.

Whether for family, colleagues or someone special, each set makes an effortless yet thoughtful festive gesture — the kind of present that feels considered without asking the giver to deliberate. This festive season, Embark invites you to gift more than a fragrance — gift a feeling. The festive gift sets are available now at embarkperfumes.com and at leading retail stores across the country.

Rishi Bathla, Founder of World of Outdoors, with a craftsman at the brand's Noida workshop, reviewing a made-to-order chair frame

Founded in 2019 by Rishi Bathla, and shaped together with Rangoli Garg Bathla, the brand makes furniture for ultra luxury residential and commercial properties, and delivers across India.

That process starts with the space, not the product. Customers share the dimensions of their balcony, terrace or garden, how much sun and rain it gets, and how they plan to use it. The team then builds around those answers: frames in aluminium or Grade-A teak, seats handwoven in outdoor rope or woven in synthetic wicker, cushions in quick-dry foam that lets rain drain through instead of soaking it up, and UV-resistant performance fabrics chosen for strong Indian sun.

"Outdoor furniture in India fails for a simple reason. It was never designed for Indian weather," said Rishi Bathla, Founder of World of Outdoors. "A sofa that works on a dry European patio gives up after one monsoon here. We build the other way around. We start from the rain, the heat and the dust, and design furniture that lives happily outside through all of it."

The made-to-order model also changes what customers can ask for: custom dimensions for narrow or L-shaped balconies, fabric and finish choices to match the home, and configurations that fixed-size sets cannot offer. Standard production takes about eight weeks once a design is confirmed; custom designs can take longer, and the team confirms timing for each order. Minimum order requirements vary by piece and project, and customers can discuss them with the team.

Search interest in balcony furniture in India has grown over the past year. World of Outdoors publishes free, practical guides on the subject, from standard balcony sizes in Indian apartments to which materials cope best with coastal humidity.

Customers can explore the collections and book a visit to the by-appointment design studio in Noida at worldofoutdoors.in. The full story of how a made-to-order piece is built, from first measurement to installation, is at worldofoutdoors.in/blog/how-made-to-order-outdoor-furniture-is-made-india.

About World of Outdoors

World of Outdoors is a premium outdoor furniture brand that designs and manufactures made-to-order pieces in its own workshop in Noida, India. Founded in 2019, the brand builds furniture for Indian weather using Grade-A teak, special Italian coated aluminium, handwoven rope, synthetic wicker, quick-dry foam and UV-resistant performance fabrics. It delivers across India for homes, architects and interior designers, and hospitality projects including restaurants and hotels.

For more information, please visit, worldofoutdoors.in.

EMCON 2026 – Inauguration Moment

Hosted from October 30th to November 1st, 2026, at Powai, Mumbai, the conference was organised under the leadership of Dr Sandeep Gore, Organising Chairman, along with Dr Nitin Jagasia, Organising Secretary, and an accomplished scientific and organising team including Scientific Chair Dr Shrinath Kumar along with Scientific Co-chairs Dr Rajadurai & Dr Shweta Tyagi. 
 

With the theme “Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence in Emergency Medicine,” EMCON 2026 placed resuscitation at the centre of the specialty's future, guided by its defining philosophy: “Excellence in Emergency Medicine comes from excellence in resuscitation.”
 

Global Leaders Unite in Mumbai: The grand inaugural ceremony witnessed an exceptional convergence of international Emergency Medicine leadership. This included Dr Ian Higginson, President, Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM), United Kingdom; Dr Pauline Convocar, President, International Federation for Emergency Medicine (IFEM); and Dr Julina Md Noor, President, World Interactive Network Focused on Critical Ultrasound (WINFOCUS), participated in the inauguration. Dr L. Anthony Cirillo, President, American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), delivered an inaugural address, further strengthening the conference's international significance.
 

The conference received endorsements from the International Federation for Emergency Medicine (IFEM), American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and Asian Society for Emergency Medicine (ASEM), reflecting the growing global recognition of India's Emergency Medicine fraternity.
 

Distinguished Healthcare Leaders Grace the Inauguration: Dr Abhijat Sheth, Chairman, National Medical Commission (NMC), graced the inaugural ceremony as Chief Guest. Dr Ashutosh Raghuvanshi, Managing Director and CEO, Fortis Healthcare, and Dr Arunesh Punetha, Regional Director, Apollo Hospitals, attended as Guests of Honour. The ceremony was also graced by Dr K. Hariprasad, Founder Member of SEMI, and Dr S. Narayani, Director-Regional Operations, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai, as distinguished guests.
 

Other honoured guests included Dr Bishnu Panigrahi, Head-MSOG, Fortis Healthcare, Dr Kiran Shingote, CEO, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, and Ms Rinku Mavani, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai. The presence of senior healthcare executives, academic leaders, professional society presidents and clinicians highlighted the increasing recognition of Emergency Medicine as a critical pillar of modern healthcare systems.
 

Three Extraordinary Live Demonstrations Redefine Resuscitation Education:

Among the most distinctive highlights of EMCON 2026 were three major live educational demonstrations of advanced resuscitative procedures:

• Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (ECPR) in the Emergency Department - demonstrating the expanding frontiers of extracorporeal life support in emergency resuscitation.

• Perimortem Caesarean Section - highlighting the critical importance of decisive intervention during maternal cardiac arrest.

• Resuscitative Thoracotomy - showcasing an advanced, time-critical intervention in traumatic cardiac arrest.

These demonstrations formed a unique signature of EMCON 2026, translating complex, high-stakes resuscitation concepts into powerful educational experiences.
 

The conference reinforced a fundamental message: Emergency Medicine must lead not only in the initial recognition and stabilisation of critically ill patients, but also in mastering advanced, life-saving resuscitative interventions.
 

Dr Sandeep Gore Elected National President of SEMI for 2026–2028: In another defining milestone, Dr Sandeep Gore, Organising Chairman of EMCON 2026 and Director - Emergency Medicine, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai, was elected National President of the Society for Emergency Medicine India for the 2026–2028 term. He succeeded Dr Sowjanya Shree Patibandla, taking over the leadership of the national professional body at a pivotal moment in the specialty's evolution.
 

In his inaugural presidential address, Dr Sandeep Gore outlined an ambitious vision for Indian Emergency Medicine, declaring, “Emergency Medicine is a resuscitative specialty, and Emergency Medicine physicians must be masters of resuscitation.” He further asserted, “India will lead global Emergency Medicine.” 
 

His address emphasised the need to strengthen clinical excellence, advanced resuscitation capabilities, Emergency Medicine education, professional leadership and international collaboration, positioning Indian Emergency Medicine for a greater role on the global stage.

Emergency Medicine Anthem Receives an Enthusiastic Reception: Another memorable moment of the inauguration was the official launch of the Emergency Medicine Anthem, written by Dr Sandeep Gore and registered as an original intellectual property with the Copyright Office, Government of India. The anthem, celebrating the courage, commitment and life-saving mission of emergency physicians, received an enthusiastic response from delegates, with applause and cheers filling the auditorium. Its launch gave the conference a powerful emotional dimension, celebrating not merely the scientific advancement of Emergency Medicine but also the identity, pride and collective spirit of the fraternity.

Dr Imron Subhan, Executive Chair, SEMI, and Dr Saravana Kumar, Executive Co-Chair, SEMI made significant contributions to the conference's success. The research committee, with important contributions under leadership of Dr Sowjanya Shree Patibandla along with Dr Nilu Sunil, Dr Harshita Sridhar and Dr Priyanka M., supported the conference's academic and research initiatives.

The organising and scientific teams, volunteers, faculty members, delegates and institutional partners collectively ensured the successful execution of an international event of this scale.

More Than a Conference - A Movement for Indian Emergency Medicine: Overwhelming participation and enthusiastic response from the national and international Emergency Medicine fraternity demonstrated the growing strength, confidence and academic maturity of the specialty in India.

EMCON 2026 successfully brought together scientific excellence, hands-on resuscitation education, professional leadership and global collaboration under one platform. What began as a national conference emerged as a global celebration of Indian Emergency Medicine. With a new national leadership, a renewed emphasis on mastering resuscitation and a clear ambition to contribute to global Emergency Medicine, EMCON 2026 has set the stage for the next chapter of the specialty.

EMCON 2026 became a movement that redefines the functional standards, strengthened the identity and shape the future of Emergency Medicine in India.
 

About EMCON 2026

EMCON 2026 was the 28th National Conference of the Society for Emergency Medicine India (SEMI), organised as an International Conference on Emergency Medicine from October 30 to November 1, 2026, in Mumbai.

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Registered with SEBI as a Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), HiLITE Ethical Fund 1 is designed for high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors seeking long-term opportunities in real estate. A key distinction of the fund is its Shariah certification by TASIS (Taqwaa Advisory and Shariah Investment Solutions Pvt. Ltd.), bringing an ethical framework to its investment approach. With this venture, HiLITE Group aims to extend its understanding of the real estate sector to a wider investment landscape, combining industry experience with a structured approach to investment management.

The fund will primarily focus on greenfield developments and brownfield developments, with an emphasis on disciplined capital management. It has a seven-year tenure and a minimum investment commitment of Rs. 1 crore, payable in instalments over 36 months. As real estate projects typically have development periods of two to four years, distributions to investors may commence from the fourth year onwards, with returns varying based on project realisations and overall fund performance.

Each investment opportunity undergoes an initial assessment by HiLITE Investment Management to ensure alignment with the Shariah guidelines set by TASIS, followed by a review by its Shariah advisory team.

This process brings an added layer of ethical oversight to the fund's approach to real estate investment. The fund is supported by an institutional partner network that includes PwC as fund auditor, Mitcon Credentia as trustee, SBI as banker, Nuvama as custodian, and Ajmal & Company as regulatory advisor.

Commenting on the upcoming launch, HiLITE Group Chairman P. Sulaiman said, "Over the past three decades, HiLITE Group has grown by identifying opportunities and building value across sectors. HiLITE Investment Management is a natural extension of this journey. We believe investment should be guided not just by returns, but also by strong ethical principles. Our Shariah-certified approach reflects this belief. We aim to build this venture on the trust, values and commitment that have shaped HiLITE over the years."

"Our entry into investment management is driven by a larger vision of bringing our experience in real estate to a wider investment landscape. We see an opportunity to offer high-net-worth individuals access to professionally managed, real estate-focused investment opportunities, supported by a structured and disciplined approach. As we expand into this sector, our focus will remain on careful decision-making, responsible practices and creating long-term value," said HiLITE Group CEO Ajil Muhammed.

Over the past 30 years, HiLITE Group has played a defining role in shaping Keralam's real estate landscape through landmark developments, including Focus Mall, Keralam's first mall; HiLITE City, South India's largest mixed-use development; and World Trade Center Kozhikode, one of the world's largest World Trade Centers. With a vision to develop 50 million sq. ft. across Keralam by 2030, the Group continues to expand its presence across sectors. Building on this experience, HiLITE Investment Management aims to establish itself as a trusted name in professionally managed, Shariah-certified real estate investment, contributing to the growth of real estate as an asset class through responsible practices and a long-term outlook. 

More details are available at www.hilitefunds.com, Ph: +91 9061340044

Paisabazaar strengthens its instant personal loan programme with 18 lenders, offering loans up to Rs. 7 lakh with disbursal within two hours

The breadth and depth of partnerships bring together banks, NBFCs and fintech lenders under the programme, offering borrowers a wider choice of loan offers based on their eligibility and requirements. By bringing multiple lenders onto a single platform, Paisabazaar aims to simplify access to personal credit through faster processing, digital onboarding and a convenient borrowing experience.

Some of the leading lending partners include HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, YES BANK, IDFC FIRST Bank, L&T Finance, Poonawala Fincorp, Federal Bank, IndusInd Bank, Tata Capital and Hero FinCorp.

Santosh Agarwal, CEO, Paisabazaar, said, "Today's borrowers expect access to credit to be as seamless and quick as other digital services. By continuously strengthening our personal loan offerings, we are bringing greater choice and faster access to credit to consumers from varied segments. Our technology-led platform combines the reach of multiple lenders with personalised recommendations and a convenient digital journey, helping borrowers find loan offers suited to their profiles and needs. We will continue to invest in technology and partnerships to make access to responsible credit simpler and more efficient."

Eligible borrowers can access personal loan offers of up to Rs. 7 lakh through a four-step digital process on Paisabazaar. They can begin by submitting their personal and income details, viewing loan offers they are eligible for, completing video KYC and proceeding towards disbursal. Depending on lender approval and completion of the required formalities, eligible customers can receive their loan amount within one to two hours.

Paisabazaar overall has a wide network of over 70 lending partners across its consumer credit portfolio, including personal loans, business loans, home loans and credit cards. Its SmartMatch technology provides certainty of disbursal by recommending and ranking relevant offers based on individual eligibility, while personalised guidance supports customers through their application journeys, helping them make informed financial decisions.

The strengthened personal loan offering comes amid continued growth in Paisabazaar's lending business. In Q2 FY 2027, the company recorded a 22% year-on-year increase in core disbursals, led by 30% growth in unsecured loan disbursals.

About Paisabazaar
Paisabazaar, a part of PB Fintech (listed since 2021), is India’s leading marketplace for financial products and a free credit score platform. Over the last 12+ years, Paisabazaar has earned the trust and goodwill of over 58 million consumers from 850 cities and towns across India. Paisabazaar has built wide and deep partnerships across the ecosystem, to offer a broad range of financial products, ranging from loans and cards to investments and savings along with bill payments and mobile recharge. The platform also enables consumers to check their free credit score from all 4 CICs (Credit Bureaus) in India. Paisabazaar is an ISO (27001:2013) and PCI DSS certified organisation, with industry-best controls, to safeguard the best interest of consumers.

The offer gave users up to 70% off Challanwala's platform fee. It also let users gift a challan payment for the first time, so they could clear a pending fine for a family member or friend as a Diwali gesture. Each transaction cleared about 1.3 challans on average, and the average payment per challan was about Rs. 1,245. Many users settled several pending fines at once, often across more than one vehicle in the family.
 

What the festive data shows

• Helmet-less riding is the most common violation. It accounts for 81,480 challans, more than twice the next category, parking violations (35,070). Disobeying the orders of an authority came third with 30,720. Together, these three make up nearly 1.5 lakh challans, or about 16% of all challans added during the campaign.

• Commercial vehicles lead. Of the challans with vehicle details recorded, goods carriers had the most: 16,810, or about 36%. Cars followed with 12,270 (26%), then two-wheelers with 8,770 (19%).

• Uttar Pradesh dominates, but Guwahati breaks in. Among challans that could be traced to a city, Noida had the most (19,620), followed by Ghaziabad (14,120). Together, the two NCR cities account for more than one in five traced challans. Guwahati is third with 12,440, ahead of Lucknow (10,610) and Varanasi (7,990). It is the only city outside Uttar Pradesh in the top five.
   

A road-safety signal;
The helmet finding goes beyond fines. According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways' Road Accidents in India 2023 report, 54,568 two-wheeler riders who were not wearing helmets died in road accidents that year. Overall, 41% of road accident victims were not using a helmet or seat belt.

Mr. Arvind Singhatiya, Co-founder and CEO, Challanwala
 

Mr. Arvind Singhatiya, Co-founder and CEO, Challanwala, said, "Diwali is about clearing out the old before welcoming the new, and we wanted to bring that spirit to something most of us keep putting off: pending traffic challans. Over 9.3 lakh challans came to light in a single festive window, which shows how many people carry fines they don't know about or keep postponing. With challan gifting, we wanted to offer a different kind of Diwali gift: a clean record."
 

He added, "The data is also a road-safety reminder. Riding without a helmet tops the list by a wide margin, and that is not just a fine. It is a risk to life. We hope that settling a challan also prompts people to change the behaviour behind it. Given the response, we are extending the offer until New Year, so more families can start 2027 without pending challans."
 

About Challanwala
Challanwala is a Gurugram-based start up platform that lets vehicle owners check, settle and resolve traffic challans online. Founded in December 2023, the platform offers vehicle insurance, pre-owned vehicle history reports, PUC (pollution) certificate services and vehicle service records, so owners can manage their vehicle's paperwork in one place.

Desloratadine is a once-daily, second-generation antihistamine for seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis. The U.S. CDC reported that 25.2% of adults were diagnosed with seasonal allergies in 2024. The broader U.S. allergic rhinitis market was valued at approximately USD 5.65 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow about 4.2% annually through 2033.

Morepen has been supplying Desloratadine API to U.S. customers for years. This launch builds on this position, extending Morepen from API supply into finished-dosage distribution with enhanced value addition.

Sanjay Suri, Managing Director, Morepen Laboratories Limited, said, “Our long-standing API relationships in regulated markets provide a strong foundation for Morepen's next phase of growth. Alongside our expanding CDMO business, we are selectively extending our capabilities into finished-dosage development and U.S. distribution. This reflects our strategy to build a more integrated, R&D-led pharmaceutical business with sustainable, long-term growth opportunities.”

The prescription generics expansion follows Morepen's earlier U.S. OTC product introductions. Separately, the company has submitted its first Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) to the U.S. FDA for Sitagliptin Phosphate Tablets USP, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg. This milestone demonstrates Morepen's growing capabilities in formulation development, analytical science and regulatory filings. The application is currently under regulatory review.

Looking ahead, Morepen intends to pursue additional U.S. prescription generic filings and distribution opportunities where its established API and pharmaceutical R&D capabilities provide a competitive advantage. The company may also evaluate selected opportunities in high-potency APIs (HPAPIs) and oncology, subject to development feasibility, regulatory requirements and market conditions.

About Morepen Laboratories Limited

Morepen Laboratories Limited is a publicly listed Indian pharmaceutical and healthcare company with businesses spanning active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) services, formulations and healthcare products. The company serves customers across domestic and international markets.