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Rooted in agriculture and finest, farm-grown potatoes, Lay’s ®  new visual identity sets the stage for the brand’s next era, reflecting evolving consumer preference   Refreshed Lay’s ®  packs highlighting the new logo, to roll out across India from the first week of March   Lay’s ®  fresh avatar supported by the ‘Lay’s® ke liye kuchh bhi’ campaign featuring brand ambassador Ranbir Kapoor, celebrating great taste, ingredient truth, and everyday joy   New Delhi, 16 th  February 2026:  Lay’s®, the beloved potato chip brand from the house of PepsiCo, has announced the launch of its refreshed brand identity in India. Part of the largest global brand refresh in its nearly 100-year history, this fresh avatar of Lay’s® in India will be brought to life on screen through its new ‘ Lay’s® key liye kuchh bhi’  (anything for Lay’s®) campaign featuring brand ambassador  Ranbir Kapoor . Rooted in Lay’s® agricultural heritage, the refreshed identity cel...

  Price band of ₹367– ₹386 per Equity Share bearing face value of ₹10 each (“Equity Shares”) Bid/Issue Opening Date – Tuesday, February 24, 2026 and Bid/Issue Closing Date – Thursday, February 26, 2026. Minimum Bid Lot is 32 Equity Shares and in multiples of 32 Equity Shares thereafter Mumbai, February 16, 2026 : PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery Limited, in consultation with Smart Horizon Capital Advisors Private Limited (formerly known as Shreni Capital Advisors Private Limited), has fixed the price band of ₹367 to ₹386 per Equity Share of face value ₹ 10 each for its maiden initial public offer. The Initial Public Offering (“IPO” or “Issue”) of the Company will open on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, for subscription and close on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Investors can bid for a minimum of 32 Equity Shares and in multiples of 32 Equity Shares thereafter. Number of equity shares outstanding as on the date of pre-Issue and Price Band Advertisement are 21,866,400 Equity Shares of fac...

13th February, New Delhi – The digital initiatives and centralized database of the Ministry of External Affairs have strengthened identity verification and security for the Indian diaspora. The digitization of systems has not only made passport services faster and more reliable but has also enabled Indians living abroad to quickly connect with their respective Indian missions during times of distress. This information was shared by Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh while replying to a question in the Rajya Sabha. Rajya Sabha MP Dr. K. Laxman had asked a question on 12th February regarding the welfare, security, and rescue of the Indian community worldwide, as well as the Ministry’s and Indian missions’ digital initiatives. In response, Minister of State Singh said that the safety and security of the Indian diaspora is one of the Government of India’s top priorities. He stated that through the ‘MADAD’ portal and ‘CPGRAMS,’ people of Indian origin can register th...

~ Celebrate the season with the return of Pink Drink and the launch of new indulgent favourites at Starbucks   13 th  February 2026:  This Valentine’s season, Starbucks is inviting customers to celebrate love with a limited-time menu of handcrafted beverages and desserts, alongside a specially curated range of Valentine’s merchandise, perfect for sharing, gifting, or collecting. Designed to make every moment a little sweeter, the Valentine’s collection is available for a limited time at Starbucks stores across India. There’s a lot to fall for this season, with new handcrafted beverages and desserts joining the menu:   Pink Drink: Meet  the Pink Drink - the global fan-favorite beverage that’s as photogenic as it is delicious. A vibrant blend of the Strawberry Açaí flavour and creamy coconut milk, topped with freeze-dried strawberries, it’s the perfect balance of light, fruity, and smooth! Vienna  Créme   Latte and Frappuccino : Silky smooth and a delici...

International Childhood Cancer Day Was Observed with the Launch of the Grow Green Initiative Mumbai, 14 February, 2026: On the occasion of International Childhood Cancer Day, Narayana Health SRCC Children’s Hospital, Mumbai, organised a special awareness and engagement event. The initiative aimed to celebrate the remarkable courage and determination of children battling cancer while reinforcing the importance of early diagnosis, timely treatment, and holistic care. The event, themed ‘Power Champs > Cancer: From Challenge to Change’, reflected the spirit that strength is greater than illness and highlighted the inspiring journeys of young champions. Designed as a morning of solidarity and celebration, the programme created a warm and inclusive space within the hospital lobby, where young cancer warriors, families, doctors, caregivers, donors, and partner organisations came together in unity and hope. Speaking about the event, Dr Purna Kurkure, Senior Consultant & HOD – Paediatric...

Mumbai, 13 February 2026  -  Maharashtra today witnessed the convergence of senior government dignitaries, consumer commission members, industry leaders and women direct sellers and Self Help Groups representing MAVIM at  Mahavikas 2026 , organised by the  Indian Direct Selling Association (IDSA)  in collaboration with the  Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection, Government of Maharashtra , at the Y.B. Chavan Centre. The conference focused on strengthening consumer awareness, reinforcing ethical business practices and promoting women’s entrepreneurship in the direct selling sector.   India’s direct selling industry continues to demonstrate steady growth. As per IDSA’s Annual Survey FY 2023–24, the sector recorded total sales of ₹22,142 crore in FY 2023–24, marking a 4.04 percent rise over the previous year, and currently supports over 88 lakh direct sellers across the country, including close to 39 lakh women. Maharashtra has emerge...