GENERAL Waterways Leisure Approves 1:10 Share Split, Sets Aug 26 Record Date

Waterways Leisure Tourism Ltd, which operates Cordelia Cruises, has received shareholders’ approval for the sub-division of its equity shares in a 1:10 ratio through postal ballot. Under the approved proposal, each existing equity share with a face value of ₹10 will be split into 10 equity shares of ₹1 each. The company has fixed August […]

CW Bureau · Aug 13, 2026

GENERAL Uber Expands Footprint To 225 Cities With Launch In 100 New Indian Cities

Ride-hailing digital platform Uber has announced one of its largest expansions in India, adding 100 cities to its network and taking its presence to 225 cities across the country. The expansion, powered initially by Uber Bike, is aimed at extending affordable and reliable app-based mobility to smaller cities while creating flexible earning opportunities for tens […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Gautam Adani Reflects On Trust, Leadership And Nation Building

As India prepares to celebrate its 80th Independence Day, Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani used the second edition of Apni Baat, Apno Ke Saath to reflect on values that build enduring institutions, lessons from adversity and the responsibility of each generation in shaping India’s future. The address came days after the US District Court for […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Asian Paints Unveils Kashmir Rich Heritage Through Public art Initiatives

Asian Paints, in collaboration with St+art Foundation and XXL Collective, has unveiled two public art initiatives in Srinagar — Aks-e-Kashmir and Donate A Wall — celebrating the Valley’s cultural heritage. The initiatives combine traditional Kashmiri identity with contemporary public art, highlighting the region’s stories, craftsmanship and living heritage. Shikaras turn into floating art Under Aks-e-Kashmir, […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Murugappa Group Turns Madras Quiz Into An All-Day Chennai Celebration

The Murugappa Group is holding its popular Madras Quiz as part of Madras Week celebrations, with this year’s edition expanding into an all-day quizzing event on August 23, 2026. As Chennai marks its 387th anniversary, the event will carry the theme “Manasellaam Madras, Vibe-ellaam Chennai”, celebrating the city’s heritage while reflecting its evolving identity. Schools […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Indian Music Industry Faces ₹350 Cr Annual Sync Revenue Loss

Millions of reels are created every day across social media platforms in India, but a large share of music used commercially remains unlicensed. ContentLens estimates that the Indian music industry is losing more than ₹350 crore annually in sync revenue due to unlicensed commercial use of music catalogues. The estimate is based on revenue-at-risk assessments […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL CSIR-IICT, Viridis Biopharma Partner To Advance Diabetic Foot Therapy

CSIR–Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT), Hyderabad, has signed a technology transfer agreement with Viridis Biopharma Pvt Ltd for a phytopharmaceutical developed from Gymnema sylvestre for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers. The technology also has potential applications in other chronic wounds and inflammatory skin disorders, opening up possibilities for wider therapeutic use. The development […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Chandra Exits, Succession Begins: Tata Faces A Crucial Leadership Test

The N Chandrasekaran era at Tata Sons is drawing to a close, bringing to the fore one of the most daunting leadership challenges the Tata Group has faced in recent years. Chandrasekaran, who has led Tata Sons since February 2017, said on Wednesday that he would not offer himself for reappointment when his current term […]

Sajan C Kumar · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Stan Ventures CEO Pradeep Kumaar Gives ₹2 Cr To Tamil Nadu Relief Fund

Stan Ventures Founder and CEO Pradeep Kumaar Rajarathinam has contributed ₹2 crore to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund. Rajarathinam met the Chief Minister at his residence and presented a bank cheque for the contribution. The donation is part of a broader CSR initiative supporting public welfare and community development. Focus on public […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

GENERAL Phuket-Delhi Air India Flight Altitude Variation: AAIB Starts Investigation

The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has launched an investigation into an Air India flight that experienced a sudden altitude variation of around 300 feet during cruise, leaving 20 passengers and four cabin crew members injured. The incident involved Air India flight AI 2379, an Airbus A320 aircraft with registration VT-EXO, operating from Phuket to […]

CW Bureau · Aug 11, 2026

GENERAL Namibia Senior Delegation Explores Closer Diamond Trade With India

A senior delegation from Namibia, headed by Deputy Minister Gaudentia Krohne, is in India to explore trade opportunities with Indian counterparts in diamonds after the introduction of ground breaking tax reform. Namibia is looking to leverage India’s large diamond manufacturing base and established trading infrastructure to bring its rough diamonds closer to Indian buyers. Namibia […]

CW Bureau · Aug 11, 2026

GENERAL Nephrocare Q1 Profit Rises 42% To ₹36.8 Cr As Revenue Expands 24%

Nephrocare Health Services Ltd, which operates the NephroPlus dialysis network, reported a 41.7% year-on-year jump in adjusted profit after tax (PAT) to ₹36.8 crore in Q1FY27, compared with ₹26 crore in the year-ago quarter, as strong treatment volumes and operating leverage boosted profitability. Revenue rose 23.7% year-on-year to ₹281.8 crore, from ₹227.8 crore in Q1FY26. […]

CW Bureau · Aug 11, 2026