Chennai, January 28, 2026: The Home Insect Control Association (HICA), a non-profit industry body that promotes the safe use of household insecticides in India, has welcomed the action by government on illegal mosquito repellent agarbatti ‘Comfort’. Comfort mosquito repellent is sold across Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Delhi, manufactured by M/s Dhoop Chhav Company. Samples collected from the open market …

Bengaluru – January 28, 2026: ECOS (India) Mobility and Hospitality Limited, one of India’s leading chauffeur-driven corporate mobility providers, has inaugurated its 2nd office in Bengaluru, marking an important step in strengthening its footprint in one of India’s most significant enterprise and technology hubs. The expansion reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to the region and supports the growing demand for …

Borrowing in India has become faster, more digital and more need-based than ever before. As everyday expenses rise and financial uncertainties become more frequent, Indians are increasingly seeking fast, short-term, digital credit to manage emergencies,  from medical needs and travel disruptions to household repairs and income gaps. Traditional lending, while reliable, often lacks the speed and flexibility required in urgent …

Surgery has been a major part of cancer treatment, and its role has become more prominent with the continuous advancements, offering patients a chance at improved survival and a better quality of life by removing tumors and affected tissue, surgeons can significantly impact the disease’s progression. It is considered as the most powerful approach when tumors are found at an …

New Delhi, January 28, 2026: A deeply concerning picture of India’s mental health landscape emerged at the 77th Annual National Conference of the Indian Psychiatric Society (ANCIPS 2026), where leading mental health experts revealed that nearly 60 percent of mental disorders in India are diagnosed in individuals below the age of 35. The data, shared during high-level scientific deliberations, underscores that …

Mumbai, January 2026: – January is observed globally as Birth Defects Prevention Month, highlighting the importance of awareness, early diagnosis, and preventive healthcare to reduce congenital anomalies. Birth defects affect nearly 1 in every 33 newborns worldwide, accounting for approximately 3–6% of all births. In India, congenital anomalies are among the top five causes of neonatal mortality, making prevention and …

Strategic investment from UAE and US based institutional investors to fuel global expansion and technology innovation Hyderabad, 28 January 2026 — SBC LLP, a leading multi-disciplinary tax, consulting, and advisory firm, today announced the successful closure of its pre-Series A funding round at a valuation of ₹100 crore (approximately USD 11.2 million). The investment was led by Raju Menon, Founder …

Scholarships of up to £12,500 aim to support Indian students enrolling in future-focused Master’s programmes at the UK campus January 28, 2026: The University of Birmingham has announced the launch of its Future Skills Scholarship, offering awards of up to £12,500 to support talented Indian students pursuing select future-focused Master’s programmes at its UK campus. The scholarship is designed to help …

National, January 28th, 2026: The Goa Government has decided to start a Deposit Refund Scheme from 1st of April 2026. In this scheme, Goans and tourists will be required to pay extra for daily food items sold in plastic and glass packaging like bottles, pouches, multilayered wrappers and cartons, etc. Concerns for consumers: -The consumers will be required to save …

New Delhi, January 28, 2026: Feeding India, a not-for-profit, released its Annual Report for the fiscal year 2024-2025, highlighting its cumulative impact of serving over 23 crore meals to underprivileged communities across India in the last seven years. Operational in more than 150 cities, the organisation has solidified its role as a key player in the fight against child malnutrition, supporting …