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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Colgate Palmolive (India) Ltd has had a good run in recent quarters and continues to make efforts to boost growth. At its analysts meeting on Wednesday, the management, among other things, highlighted an interesting development under its ‘oral health movement’ initiative.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Over the past five decades, New York-based Romero Jennings has seen the way people consume and view make up. He moved to New York from Jamaica at the age of 6.

Canada’s antitrust watchdog is suing Google over alleged anticompetitive conduct in the tech giant’s online advertising business and wants the company to sell off two of its services and pay a penalty

real estate industry is experiencing a profound transformation, led by the rise of prop-tech, a technological revolution set to redefine how properties are developed, managed, and purchased. In an insightful conversation with Vandana Ramnani, Editor - Real Estate at HT Digital, Boman Irani, President - CREDAI, and Chairman and Managing Director - Rustomjee Group, shared his thoughts on how proptech is not only enhancing efficiency but also addressing the complexities of land acquisition, redevelopment, and regulatory processes.

Japan are exploring a mechanism for technology partnership that would enable the latter's cutting-edge firms to tap the Indian market and develop independent supply chain models. This was the key item on the agenda when foreign secretary Vikram Misri conducted the first round of dialogue on economic security, including strategic trade and technology, in Tokyo this week, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

However, the relationship between the tech industry and Trump 2.0 will be shaped by three factors: 1) deregulation 2) antitrust policy 3) possible confrontation with China. This dynamic could fundamentally reshape the tech sector domestically in the US and globally. The cornerstone of Trump's tech policy is likely to be aggressive deregulation. In contrast to the Biden administration's oversight approach, particularly regarding AI and data privacy, Trump has consistently advocated for reducing regulatory barriers. This deregulatory stance could give tech companies greater freedom to innovate and expand their operations with less government oversight, an arena where Musk has skin in the game.

Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and non-tech sectors, a report said on Thursday. The software development and engineering domain, which focuses on coding, designing, and maintaining software applications, is poised to offer lucrative opportunities, the report by TeamLease Digital said. It said the increasing demand for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) skills in software development to enhance productivity, accuracy, and innovation is further driving this trend. As a result, entry-level positions in this domain are expected to see an average salary of Rs 9.37 lakh per annum in GCCs, followed by Rs 6.23 LPA in IT products and services, and Rs 6 LPA in non-tech sectors by the end of 2024-25, the report added.

immuno-oncology drug Toripalimab in India. Toripalimab is approved by various regulatory authorities around the world including USFDA, European Medicines Agency (EMA), Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), and others for the treatment of adults with recurrent or metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma (RM-NPC). Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a rare, aggressive form of head and neck cancer that originates in the upper part of the throat.

supply chain and manufacturing capabilities. Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) major ITC too is focusing on digitising its business strategies, so it remains not only agile but also resilient and efficient, ready to adapt to an ever-changing landscape. In an interaction with ET Digital, B Sumant, Executive Director, ITC Ltd, explains how the FMCG company is embedding digital innovation in its operations, minimizing the environmental footprint while maintaining high-performance levels. Our initiatives are anchored on synchronizing planning and forecasting, ensuring a resilient supply chain, adds Sumant. Edited excerpts: The Economic Times (ET): Can you list a few key strategies companies are implementing to enhance resilience in their supply chains especially in the face of global disruptions? B Sumant (BS): Digital is at the core of everything we do at ITC today. We are institutionalizing a ‘Digital First Culture’ with digital adoption being implemented across every node of our operations spanning Smart sourcing, Smart insighting, Smart manufacturing, smart distribution and Smart consumers. In today's volatile global landscape, building resilience in our supply chain is not just about surviving disruptions—it's about thriving in them. At ITC, we leverage cutting-edge technologies such as AI, ML, and IoT to drive real-time insights and automate processes. These technologies make our supply chain more agile and responsive, enabling real-time inventory optimization and stock management.

real estate sector in India, a major contributor to economic growth, has traditionally relied on manual processes and outdated systems, making asset management inefficient. However, the adoption of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), predictive analytics, and drone technology is driving a paradigm shift. These innovations are addressing long-standing challenges, enhancing transparency, and opening up new opportunities for growth in a competitive market.

Tech Mahindra (TechM), India’s fifth-largest IT services company, has established a development centre at its office in Bengaluru, in partnership with electronic design and computer storage device manufacturing firm Universal Scientific Industrial (Shanghai), USI. It is USI’s first engineering offshore development center (ODC) in India. Located at Tech Mahindra’s Bengaluru office, the development center will accelerate innovation in smart device engineering, Tech Mahindra said in a statement. The center marks a milestone for USI as it expands its engineering capabilities to India, for enhancing device software development, hardware design, and testing.

Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) serves as a central entity in fostering economic growth and diversification in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. ADIO’s strategic emphasis on nurturing knowledge-based industries is the driving force behind Abu Dhabi’s aspiration to become a leading global center for innovation and sustainability.

Honasa Consumer, the parent of beauty and personal care brand Mamaearth, on Thursday said it has elevated Vipul Maheshwari to senior vice president of product and data analytics. An IIT Delhi alumnus, Maheshwari has been with Honasa for more than four years, specialising in analytics and data science. He also had stints at Delhivery and Global Analytics India Pvt Ltd. Maheshwari will continue to lead integration of advanced analytics for product development as the company sharpens focus on data-driven innovation to monitor business performance.

ASSOCHAM in collaboration with Egrow Foundation conducted an in-depth study on “MSMEs Facing Challenges in Doing Business”. The study marked the culmination of a series of detailed interviews with members of various state units of ASSOCHAM.

The company's first residential project, 'Kalyani LivingTree,' exemplifies its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Kalyani LivingTree is focused on sustainability, innovation, and quality and is only the beginning of this exciting new chapter. Kalyani Developers' entry into the residential sector marks a significant milestone in the company's growth journey.

Canada may need to set aside a historically conservative risk appetite to avoid stifling digital innovation in the regulated banking system, including crypto assets, the country’s top financial services regulator said Wednesday.

Apple’s ambition to enhance user interaction through advanced visual intelligence, following a trend set by Meta’s collaboration with Ray-Ban.The technology company’s latest efforts are rooted in its significant investment in Apple Vision Pro technology. This advanced visual intelligence will serve as the foundation for Apple’s upcoming smart glasses, which are expected to feature cameras, speakers, and microphones.

US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), describes a sophisticated security camera that could recognise people even without a clear view of their face, using images of their torso or the clothes they wear instead, spotted Gadgets 360.This innovation builds upon Apple's existing facial recognition technology, already seen in devices like iPhones, and extends its capabilities to include a "bodyprint" feature. According to the patent, the security camera would capture images of a person’s body and analyse these physical attributes to create a profile that is linked with their face.

Combining profitability and scalability, Meghna Agarwal challenges traditional norms, steering IndiQube towards innovative solutions in workspace design, technology, and employee-centric services.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. If US economic growth is so good, then why does the Fed need to cut interest rates? That was essentially the question put to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently after a speech in Dallas. It would be more constructive to examine the premise—why is growth so good?—and ask what the Fed and others can do to keep it that way.

CBRE. Currently, Chennai accounts for 11% of India's GCC workforce and benefits from supportive initiatives such as the Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Policy 2023 and the R&D Policy 2022. Some of the large GCCs who started operation in Chennai this year includes AstraZeneca, Addidas and Caterpillar. “As the world embraces digital transformation, Global Capability Centers (GCCs) have emerged as strategic drivers of India's exponential growth. Initially attracted by cost advantages, GCCs in India now leverage the country's deep pool of skilled talent and vibrant startup ecosystem.Tamil Nadu presents a compelling proposition for businesses seeking to establish or expand their global operations. The state, with its attractive policy incentives, strong talent pool, robust corporate ecosystem, and abundant quality office space, has solidified its position as a preferred destination for these GCCs.,” said Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO — India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE.