INDIAS FIRST LED PLANETARIUM
New Toyota Fortuner Launch: Global debut on December 1, India launch in 2027; check expected design, features and price
Toyota will launch the updated Fortuner SUV globally on December 1, 2026, starting in South Africa. It is expected that the new model will feature a bolder design and enhanced technology. The Indian launch is anticipated in 2027, although the exact date is yet to be confirmed. Key improvements include a larger infotainment system and advanced safety features for drivers.
From Rs 80 to Rs 1 lakh a month: Hyderabad woman Naaz Anjum turns small biryani venture into one of the city's one of the women-led cloud kitchens
Hyderabad's Naaz Anjum started her home food business in 2016 with just Rs 80. What began with homemade desserts grew into Anjum's Kitchen, a women-led cloud kitchen. By 2023, she was earning Rs 1 lakh monthly and had completed over 20,000 orders. Her mutton biryani remains her bestseller, with 25-50 daily orders.
ICAR partners with Centre for Sustainable Agriculture, MSSRF and Bharat Krishak Samaj to document farmer-led innovations in natural farming
The MoU, signed in New Delhi will facilitate a collaborative action-research study titled “Capturing Farmer Innovation in Natural Farming Transitions” under the National Mission on Natural Farming.
Focus, discipline and realised returns to define India's next generation of fund managers: Report
Grant Thornton Bharat and IVCA have unveiled a significant report shedding light on the role of emerging managers within India's dynamic venture capital arena. The findings reveal that domestic venture fundraising skyrocketed to $5.4 billion in 2025, underscoring the pivotal role of these managers in identifying and nurturing innovative enterprises.
COP Presidency releases summary as climate talks resume after leaders' exit
The COP31 Presidency clarified that the document is a list and does not represent any consensus or indicate the strength or prevalence of individual positions. It lists key issues on the table: a global roadmap for the transition away from fossil fuels, electrification, the overshoot of the 1.5°C threshold and climate finance.
ETtech Deals Digest: Olyv leads as weekly funding falls to $12 million, down 97% on-year
Olyv led deal activity with $6.1 million, followed by Froncort.AI at $2.3 million, mistEO at $1.9 million and Rigi at $1.1 million. BeyondSeed was among the most active investors during the week, backing BCC Media Network and Quintessential Basics.
Opening space sector unlocked new avenues for private players, startups: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said opening up India’s space sector to private companies and startups has created new opportunities for young innovators to build rockets and launch satellites. Speaking at the inauguration of the COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium in Mysuru, he highlighted India’s progress in space exploration, including the Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing, the Aditya-L1 solar mission and its space docking capabilities.
Trump's Justice Department faces a new era of scrutiny under a Democratic-led Congress
Now, sweeping Democratic gains in Congress have shifted the balance of power in Washington, teeing up an onslaught of expected investigations into those actions and others as well as scrutiny from the majority party that the current Justice Department had until now managed to skirt.
India's first LED dome planetarium with 4.2 crore lights inaugurated in Mysuru; 15-metre dome to relay live planetary data
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated COSMOS-Mysuru Planetarium, India's first LED dome planetarium, on Friday. Built by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, the facility features a 15-metre tilted dome with 4.2 crore LEDs, a Sky Theatre and astronomy exhibits. The inauguration came during the Prime Minister's Karnataka visit, which also included major metro and railway launches.
MeitY flags physical AI data; US data centre woes may help India
Happy Friday! MeitY is examining how home services platforms collect household data to train physical AI models.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
India will have one of the 'best' trade deals with the US: Comerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that India is close to finalizing a strong trade deal with the US. The framework for the initial phase of the bilateral agreement has been completed. However, recent changes in US tariffs have necessitated further discussions between the two countries. Goyal emphasized that the outcomes of the negotiations will be beneficial for India.
Andhra Pradesh urges Walmart to expand sourcing from MSMEs, women-led SHGs, artisans
Andhra Pradesh's IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh met with Walmart's Paul Dyck to discuss local procurement expansion. The state is asking Walmart to source goods from MSMEs, women-led groups, and artisans. Recommendations include hosting an MSME sourcing event focused on seafood and textiles, which would connect local producers to global markets. Dyck acknowledged Walmart's existing purchases from Andhra Pradesh and expressed willingness to consider the state's proposals.
Hundo Pizza raises Rs 7.5 crore in first funding round led by Titan Capital
Founded in 2020, the brand is shifting towards expansion and enhancing its operational infrastructure. The company aims to achieve an annualised revenue run rate of Rs 60 crore by FY 2027–28.
Bright Outdoor Media moves to BSE, NSE main boards, eyes expansion in digital advertising
Bright Outdoor Media has moved its shares to the main boards of BSE and NSE. The company aims to expand its outdoor advertising network and digital billboard portfolio. Founded in 1980, it operates over 1,350 hoardings and 50 digital LED billboards in Mumbai. The transition follows its listing on the SME platform in March 2023, establishing a significant moment for the OOH advertising industry.
NCDEX launches India's first steel scrap futures contract: Key details
NCDEX has launched India's first price reporting agency-based steel scrap futures contract, introducing transparent price discovery and hedging opportunities. Based on HMS 80:20, the cash-settled contract aims to organise India's growing steel scrap market.
PM Modi in Bengaluru on Nov 13, to launch Rs 15,600 Cr projects, flag Off Goa Vande Bharat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Karnataka on November 13 to launch and lay the foundation stone for infrastructure, energy, transport and urban development projects worth more than Rs 15,600 crore across Bengaluru and Mysuru.
In 2023, 1,800 volunteers classified simulated neutrino events from Antarctic ice data; 128,000 assessments helped scientists compare human judgments with AI
In a remarkable feat in 2023, the IceCube Neutrino Observatory harnessed the efforts of 1,800 participants to classify simulated neutrino events with impressive accuracy. This initiative underscored the indispensable role of citizen science in intricate scientific endeavors, as the volunteers classified over 128,000 events, achieving results on par with advanced deep neural networks.
Bata India says new product lines to drive growth, reiterates target to double turnover by 2030
By 2030, Bata India plans to achieve remarkable growth by doubling its turnover and profits. To attract a younger demographic, the company is rolling out innovative sneakers and casual footwear. The 'Reignite India 2030' initiative outlines its strategy for sustained growth, including introducing diverse global products and prioritizing franchisee developments while reviewing new opportunities for its own retail stores.
India doesn’t have a savings problem. It has a savings incentive problem
Indian households are saving more than ever. The bigger question now is whether money kept accessible in a savings account can also earn meaningful value while it waits to be used.
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