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Chandigarh, Feb 28: Turning the exhaust note into the beat of music, TVS Apache, today launched its first-ever official anthem — ‘The Apache DNA’, celebrating 20 years of the brand’s legacy. Bringing excitement to customers, especially the new generation in India and across the world, the anthem has been composed by one of India’s finest rapper and songwriter Brodha V. Launched in 6 languages – English, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu & Kannada, the anthem marks a landmark cultural moment for an iconic racing and performance motorcycling brand like TVS Apache.

Music is a powerful motivator for motorcyclists, and TVS Apache channels that same energy through its performance-driven style. Embodying a fearless spirit, and racing DNA, TVS Apache has become synonymous with performance, technology, and innovation for over 6.5 million riders across 60+ countries. The anthem further amplifies this spirit, positioning itself as a bold expression of confidence and unmatched energy on and off the racetrack.

Commenting on the first-ever TVS Apache anthem, Mr. Vimal Sumbly, Business Head, Premium Segment, TVS Motor Company, said, “For 20 years, TVS Apache has been the living expression of our racing DNA, an attitude and legacy that has empowered 6.5 million riders globally. ‘The Apache DNA’ anthem is our tribute to every rider who embodies the philosophy of TVS Apache. As we continue to democratize racing-bred technology, we are also expanding TVS Apache’s presence into music and youth culture, creating deeper connections with the communities that live and breathe the brand every single day.”

The lyrics of ‘The Apache DNA’ reflect the core ethos of TVS Apache: speed, precision, and control. With the launch of the anthem, TVS Apache takes its racing DNA beyond motorcycles, strengthening its emotional connect with riders and expanding its presence across music genres and the community. As the brand continues to push the boundaries of performance motorcycling, it resonates a powerful expression of TVS Apache’s commitment to confidence, authenticity, and an unstoppable riding ethos that resonates with the next generation of riders

Feb 27: New estimates of Real GDP at INR 322.58 lakh crore in the FY 2025-26, against the First Revised Estimate (FRE) of GDP for the year 2024-25 of INR 299.89 lakh crore pegs GDP growth rate at 7.6% as compared to 7.1 % in FRE 2024-25. Further, nominal GDP is estimated at ₹345.47 lakh crore in the year 2025-26, against ₹318.07 lakh crore in 2024-25, showing a growth rate of 8.6% said Mr. Rajeev Juneja, President, PHDCCI.

Real GVA at INR 294.40 lakh crore in the year 2025-26, against ₹273.36 lakh crore in FY 2024-25, registers a growth rate of 7.7% as compared to 7.3% in 2024-25, he added.

As India moves towards deeper integration in the global value chains, base year updates at regular intervals, current after every five years, reflects government’s commitment to data-driven policy intervention to shocks in the global economy, he said.

The revised GDP framework will enhance the credibility and analytical usefulness of India’s national accounts statistics. The updated methodology is expected to provide policymakers, businesses, and investors with a more accurate picture of economic activity across sectors, he added.

New series integrates multiple data sources such as GST statistics, financial results of listed companies, transport indicators, and digital administrative sources. This broader data coverage is expected to strengthen measurement of economic output, consumption, investment, and sectoral contributions, and prepare India for the next phase of growth trajectory, he said.

Given the revised statistical framework and the evolving economic landscape, PHDCCI suggests the following policy priorities to sustain high growth momentum in the coming years:

1. Accelerate implementation of industrial policies and PLI incentive initiatives to deepen domestic manufacturing capabilities, particularly in high-value and growth sectors such as electronics, engineering goods, chemicals, and renewable energy equipment.
2. Facilitate faster project clearances, enhance access to long-term finance, and further improve ease of doing business.
3. Further, expanding infrastructure investments in transport, energy, and logistics networks to reduce logistics costs and improve supply chain efficiency.
4. Expand credit access, technology adoption programs, and export facilitation measures to enable MSMEs to integrate into global value chains.

Improved statistical measurement will support data-driven and evidence-based policymaking and facilitate better economic planning. Foreign investors, both institutional and non-institutional, that are keen to invest in India’s growth story, will see this as reliable and internationally comparable data, which augurs well for increasing India’s private capex-driven growth momentum said Dr. Ranjeet Mehta, CEO & SG, PHDCCI.

Mumbai, Feb 27: Jio Finance Platform and Service Limited (JFPSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL), today announced the launch of the all-new JioFinance app, a hyper-personal, AI-driven digital marketplace designed to make finance more accessible, contextual, and intelligent for every Indian. The launch is accompanied by ‘Finsider’, an exclusive early access campaign inviting users to experience the app first, share feedback, and earn JioPoints redeemable against a wide catalogue of rewards.

Transforming Financial Experiences in Bharat
The new JioFinance app moves beyond conventional product listings to deliver an intelligent, personalised, and seamless financial journey. Leveraging Agentic AI and Neural Networks, the platform provides tailored recommendations based on each user’s life context, financial intent, and eligibility, enabling users to make confident, informed decisions about their financial future.

Key Features of the JioFinance App:

• Marketplace for Intelligent Finance: A comprehensive digital storefront offering products across loans, credit cards, insurance, investments, digital gold, tax filing, savings accounts, and more, from JFSL and trusted partner brands.

• Tailored Recommendations: Driven by 15 AI agents and ~70 decision-making engines, the app delivers personalised product suggestions based on real-time financial context.

• Dynamic Personalisation: Every user sees a unique home screen reflective of their financial profile and needs.

• Natural Language Interface: Users can explore products by typing their financial needs in a chat bar, eliminating the need for multiple app screens.

• JioPoints Rewards Program: Users earn JioPoints for every transaction, redeemable against a wide catalogue of personalised rewards.

Upcoming Features Include:

• Financial Fitness Score: A comprehensive index to assess a user’s financial health across spending, borrowing, insurance, investments, and tax compliance.

• Personal CFO for Bharat: Actionable guidance through a conversational journey to help users improve their financial wellbeing.

• Autonomous Execution: Automate recurring payments and investments in just a few clicks.

• Exclusive Membership Program: Earn assured value-back on products and services availed through the app.

Hitesh Sethia, Managing Director and CEO, Jio Financial Services Limited, said:

“We believe intelligent finance should be a basic right of all citizens. With the paradigm shift in finance, we are putting Bharat at the heart of everything we build. The new JioFinance app is a hyper-personal, intelligent marketplace that removes noise and friction from financial decisions, empowering every Indian with actionable intelligence, transparency, and trust.”

Through Finsider, users will get early access to explore the app, provide feedback, and help shape the evolution of JioFinance while earning rewards for their participation.

The launch of the JioFinance app underscores JFSL’s commitment to democratizing finance and delivering a next-generation, intelligent financial experience tailored to the needs of India’s diverse population.

Abu Dhabi, UAE, Feb 27: Metal Park, the world’s first integrated downstream metals ecosystem based in KEZAD, Abu Dhabi, has partnered with Germany-based Frindt Consulting GmbH to introduce advanced digital laser cutting services in the UAE and modernise sheet metal procurement.

The collaboration integrates MP Nexus, Metal Park’s proprietary digital industrial portal, with Frindt’s European digital laser cutting system, enabling customers to upload sheet metal drawings, receive instant quotations, place orders, and track production seamlessly online. This initiative positions Metal Park as a leading provider of sheet metal laser cutting and digital metal fabrication services across Abu Dhabi and the UAE.

Key Services Offered:

• Laser cutting of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and copper UAE-wide

• On-demand sheet metal cutting, bending, and fabrication services for industrial and construction projects

• Digital metal procurement through MP Nexus for faster, transparent, and cost-efficient operations

Customer Benefits via MP Nexus:

• Direct upload of technical drawings

• Automated laser cutting quotations

• Secure digital order confirmation and payment

• Real-time tracking and communication

Applications include: HVAC ducting, structural steel fittings, architectural façades, and industrial components.

Executive Commentary:
Vahid Fouladkar, CEO, Metal Park, said,

“By integrating advanced metal sheet working technology into MP Nexus, we are shortening procurement cycles, improving cost and estimation visibility, and enabling real-time manufacturing access. This is part of the structural modernisation of downstream steel processing in the UAE.”

Bastian Rudolf Scholz, CEO, Frindt Metal Parts LLC, added,

“This partnership introduces a fully digital procurement and manufacturing model for sheet metal processing in the UAE. By combining German engineering with KEZAD’s industrial infrastructure, we are setting new benchmarks for transparency, speed, and scalability in steel processing.”

Located in KEZAD, Abu Dhabi, Metal Park continues to strengthen its position as a hub for digital metal fabrication and downstream steel processing in the Middle East. The first integrated service is scheduled for completion by the end of March, coinciding with the full launch of the MP Nexus portal.

New Delhi, Feb 27: Apis India, a leading FMCG brand incorporated in 1983, has announced the launch of Sliced Dates, a thoughtfully prepared, ready-to-eat, guilt-free superfood that blends natural sweetness and convenience. 

Eating dates can sometimes feel like more effort than it should be – checking for seeds, cleaning them, or cutting them before use. Recognising this everyday inconvenience, Apis India has introduced Sliced Dates to make healthy snacking simpler and more accessible. Ready to eat and conveniently packed, the product preserves the natural taste and nutrition of dates while offering everyday affordability.

With the launch of Sliced Dates, Apis India Ltd strengthens its clean nutrition portfolio under health & wellness while expanding its value-added offerings for modern consumers. This move furthers the brand’s effort to make healthy snacking both effortless and accessible. Crafted for everyone across age groups and lifestyles, Sliced Dates caters both to premium, variety-seeking, health-conscious consumers and to value-driven families looking for reliable and convenient packaged dates. The deseeded and sliced dates reduce preparation time, making it an easy addition to breakfast bowls, with milk, sweets preparation, snack breaks, or quick energy boosts during the day, while maintaining the natural taste and goodness of the superfood.

Commenting on the launch, Mr Amit Anand, Managing Director, Apis India Limited, said,

 “Consumers today are looking for snacks that deliver on taste, nutrition, and convenience simultaneously. Sliced Dates is one of the choices to the growing demand for clean, convenient, guilt-free snacking.”

He further added,

 “Dates are packed with nutrients, and are a great alternative for snacking. However, the deseeding and cleaning process makes consumers vary. The Sliced Dates addresses these concerns, without compromising on the quality.”

The newly launched product will be available PAN India across local stores and leading e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, JioMart, Blinkit, BigBasket & DMart. 

Mumbai, Feb 27 : Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services Limited  participated in the CNG Drive organized by Adani Total Gas Limited (ATGL), in collaboration with Hyundai Motor India Limited, in Ahmedabad to promote cleaner fuel adoption and sustainable mobility.

 The drive was flagged off by Mr. Suresh P. Manglani, ED & CEO, ATGL, along with Mr. Sunil Mulchandani, National Head – Sales, Hyundai India. A fleet of 20 CNG vehicles traversed the city, reinforcing awareness around responsible and efficient mobility choices.

During the event, Mr. Manglani presented the Zaggle CNG Benefit Card to Mr. Mulchandani and two new car owners. The card offers CNG refueling benefits of up to ₹15,000 over one year, enabling customers to realize meaningful savings while transitioning to eco-friendly fuels. Integrated with seamless digital payments and real-time spend controls, the card supports both individual users and fleet operators in adopting structured, cost-efficient mobility solutions.

The event also marked the successful go-live of Zaggle’s closed-loop CNG fleet card program for ATGL, a technology-led platform designed to enhance compliance, governance and transaction efficiency across the CNG ecosystem.

Commenting on the development, Dr. Raj P. Narayanam, Founder & Executive Chairman, Zaggle, said,

 “Our collaboration with ATGL reflects Zaggle’s evolution into a technology-led ecosystem enabler. By integrating compliance architecture, real-time validation and structured incentive management within a closed-loop framework, we are not only digitizing fuel payments but also building a scalable platform that supports India’s transition toward cleaner and more efficient mobility. At Zaggle, we remain committed to empowering customers with smart financial solutions that complement sustainable lifestyle choices.”

The program integrates real-time vehicle validation via the Parivahan database, OCR-based authentication of vehicle and CNG transaction details and split-payment functionality for seamless incentive utilisation. It further incorporates fleet-level virtual accounts for structured funding and real-time limit management, alongside a dedicated OEM and retrofitter dashboard to accelerate fleet onboarding and ecosystem visibility.

Built on a full-stack SaaS and closed-loop payment infrastructure, the solution features Super Admin and Fleet dashboards with real-time analytics, Tap & Pay prepaid cards and Android mPOS deployment across ATGL outlets. Automated onboarding, instant transaction alerts, structured reporting and controlled in-ecosystem incentive redemption collectively drive repeat CNG spends and strengthen program stickiness.

The ATGL partnership reinforces Zaggle’s expansion into high-frequency fuel transactions, enhancing recurring ecosystem-driven volumes while demonstrating its ability to deploy regulated, compliance-led SaaS payment infrastructure at scale. The initiative underscores a strong industry collaboration aimed at accelerating CNG adoption and advancing India’s clean mobility transition through integrated financial and sustainable mobility solutions.