Author: HE Web Desk

Surat: Zota Health Care Limited (NSE: ZOTA), a leading generics pharmacy retailer in India, has raised Rs 350 crores from a group of marquee investors through a Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) issue and signed former Indian cricket captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty as its brand ambassadors. The Surat-headquartered company allotted 22,80,130 shares to eligible Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs), including foreign portfolio investors, alternative investment funds, and mutual funds, at an issue price of Rs. 1,535 per share. Investors who participated in the issue include Valiant Partners, 360 ONE, Prashant Jain-led 3P Investment Managers, White Oak Capital,…

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New Delhi: For most people, speech flows effortlessly—a seamless bridge between thought and expression. But for millions living with stuttering and other communication disorders, every sentence can feel like an obstacle course. Viraj Kulkarni, Founder and CEO of Iyaso, is working to change that through advanced artificial intelligence. Viraj’s journey spans three startups, more than 20 research publications, and a sabbatical from a PhD in quantum computing and machine learning. These experiences ultimately converged around a single question: how can technology help people speak with greater confidence, clarity, and control? Iyaso represents the culmination of over a decade spent building…

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Vadodara: In a significant development, KP Group, a leader in renewable energy, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Republic of Botswana to collaborate on the development of large-scale renewable energy generation, energy storage and transmission infrastructure. The MoU marks an important milestone in KP Group’s international expansion and Botswana’s ambition to become a net-zero country by 2030. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between KP Group and the Government of the Republic of Botswana represents a significant step taken following the visit of the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, to Botswana. Key Point: KP Group will…

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There is a disturbing trend extensive through the smartphone industry, and it’s hitting consumers harder. Every other flagship device launched in 2026 has seen significant price increases, like ₹3,000, ₹10,000, some even jumping by ₹20,000. But here’s is twist: it’s not just premium devices feeling the pinch. Vivo’s T4 series saw hikes of ₹1,500 to ₹2,000. Oppo’s A-series? it also has same story. Realme, Samsung, and Xiaomi are all following suit. The iQOO 10, which launched at ₹31,900, is now priced at ₹36,900. These aren’t new releases getting pricier due to better specs. These are existing phones, many of them…

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Gurugram: In an era where women entrepreneurs are breaking barriers and reimagining industries, Rupali Sharma, Founder & CEO of Aegte Lifescience, has emerged as one of India’s most inspiring success stories. What began as a personal struggle soon evolved into a ₹150-crore, 100% vegan and natural beauty brand that is transforming the clean beauty landscape in urban India. Rupali’s entrepreneurial journey started at a deeply personal moment—post-pregnancy hair fall. Like many women, she silently endured the emotional and physical stress that follows childbirth. Conventional remedies failed, prompting her to rely on her grandmother’s traditional solution: onion extract for hair regrowth.…

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Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 12: Kaise Banta Hai, an insightful new industry discovery series, is now streaming on JioHotstar, offering viewers a rare look inside the factories, workshops, and production units powering India’s manufacturing economy. Designed as an immersive and educational format, the show breaks down how everyday products are made, from raw material to finished output, while celebrating the innovation, engineering, and craftsmanship behind India’s industrial backbone. The series features some of India’s leading brands and manufacturing marvels, including Laxmipati Sarees, Adani Electricity, Flo Mattress, Happilo, Mikasa Plywood, Shakti Pumps, TIL Limited, Grew Solar, and Ather Energy. Hosted by…

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Pune (Maharashtra) [India], December 12: Heroes, a high-impact business docu-series spotlighting India’s most influential founders and the brands that have transformed the country’s economic landscape, is now streaming exclusively on JioHotstar. The series brings viewers face-to-face with the extraordinary minds behind some of India’s most recognizable companies, businesses that went beyond ambition to redefine categories, create jobs, and build lasting legacies. Anchored by acclaimed storyteller Karishma Mehta, Heroes captures the real stories behind India’s leading enterprises, from their earliest challenges to their most defining breakthroughs. The show presents an in-depth look at how these brands were built, the strategic decisions that shaped…

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Mumbai: Wondrlab, India’s fastest-growing mar-tech network, announced today that its proprietary commerce-media platform Hector now powers growth for over 350 brands across ecommerce, quick commerce and digital retail, making it one of the most widely adopted deep-tech marketing platforms in the country. In just three years, Hector has grown from an internal innovation initiative to a scaled platform powering over ₹3500 crore in ad investments for some of India’s largest digital-first and enterprise brands, earning recognition as one of Amazon Ad’s Top 20 Innovation Partners globally, and the only Indian company to receive this honour. Hector’s platform strength is reinforced…

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Bengaluru: Dr. Veena Shenoy is a visionary social entrepreneur, educator, and accessibility advocate whose work is reshaping the way communities, institutions, and organizations understand accessibility and inclusion. As the Founder and CEO of Inclusiv, she leads a powerful social impact mission dedicated to building barrier-free, sustainable, and inclusive environments for persons with disabilities and senior citizens. Under her leadership, Inclusiv has grown into a movement that influences infrastructure design, organizational culture, and policy implementation at scale. Coming from a family of educators, Dr. Shenoy’s passion for building socially conscious leaders began early in life. Her deep commitment to education continues…

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Gurugram: With more than twenty-five years of experience in early childhood education, Juhi Sharma, Founder of the Shubham Tyagi Foundation, has dedicated her life to nurturing young minds with compassion, patience, and a deep belief in the power of learning. Throughout her distinguished career as a vice principal and kindergarten teacher, she has consistently created a friendly, supportive, and inspiring learning environment, one where every child feels valued, encouraged, and motivated to grow. Her educational philosophy is rooted in empathy, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to bringing out the best in every child. Guided by a vision to provide equal…

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