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AI in Action at CES 2026: Innovation in tune with you

At CES ®  2026, LG Electronics didn’t just talk about AI – we showed what it looks like when it’s woven into everyday life. Under the theme “Innovation in tune with you,” our exhibit unfolded as a set of connected environments spanning the home, mobility and entertainment. Together, they showed how our Affectionate Intelligence senses what’s happening, understands context and responds in ways that feel natural and helpful. Instead of treating AI as something locked inside devices, we focused on how it moves across spaces. Kitchens, living rooms, vehicles and entertainment setups all became part of one connected experience, where TVs, appliances, robots, software and sensors quietly worked together behind the scenes. This was AI in Action on the show floor.   A Visual Overture – and a Return of an Icon That story began the moment visitors walked in. The  In Tune Monument  was built from 38 LG OLED evo W6, True Wireless Wallpaper TVs, arranged to appear as if...

HCLTech to showcase cutting-edge Physical AI capabilities at the WEF 2026

HCLTech, a leading global technology company, will join leaders from government, business, civil society and academia for dialogues and deliberations at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos. The company’s signature Pavilion, which is located at Promenade 66, will feature an AI Lounge and an open tea and coffee station.        HCLTech will be represented by its executive leadership team including C Vijayakumar, CEO & Managing Director; Vijay Guntur, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems; Srinivasan Seshadri, Chief Growth Officer and Global Head (Financial Services); Kalyan Kumar, Chief Product Officer, HCLSoftware; Kristina Rogers, Chief Growth Officer and Global Head, Retail and CPG; Arjun Sethi, Chief Growth Officer and Global Head, Public Sector, Aerospace & Defense and PE Practice; Abhay Chaturvedi, Corporate VP, Tech Industries and Jill Kouri, CMO. A key highlight of HCLTech’s presence at WEF will be the AI Lounge, a dedicated space w...

HCLTech doubles down on India as a strategic growth market

HCLTech, a leading global technology company,   announced the elevation of company veteran Sandeep Saxena to Chief Growth Officer – Growth Markets 2, to lead India and other key markets, including the Middle East and Africa. The appointment is part of HCLTech’s strategy to sharpen its focus, in particular, on the India region. Sandeep will be based in Mumbai, India and report to the CEO & Managing Director, C Vijayakumar. Commenting on the appointment, C Vijayakumar said, “HCLTech has played a defining role in shaping India’s technology growth story through sustained innovation and global leadership. As one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, India presents a significant opportunity, and we will bring our global scale, deep expertise and full-stack capabilities to help enterprises harness next-generation technologies and accelerate growth. We are equally committed to advancing the Government of India’s Viksit Bharat and Digital India vision, driving public sector digita...

Distribution of Pongal goodies at Villivakkam Ration Shop

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The photo captures Uma Maheshwari, the In-charge of the Villivakkam Ration Shop, as she distributes Pongal gift hampers to rice ration card holders. Each hamper includes a cash amount of Rs 3000. The beneficiaries are seen receiving these gifts at the fair price shop, highlighting the initiative of the Tamil Nadu government to support the people during the Pongal festival.

A Celebration of Harvest and Tradition

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  Novotel Mumbai International Airport Marks Makar Sankranti with a Special Lunch Marking the joyous harvest festival of Makar Sankranti, Novotel Mumbai International Airport invites guests to indulge in a thoughtfully curated Special Lunch on 14th January 2026 at its chic all-day dining destination, Food Exchange. Designed to honour tradition while embracing contemporary elegance, the festive spread promises a warm, flavour-filled afternoon steeped in the spirit of togetherness.   Makar Sankranti, celebrated across India as a symbol of new beginnings, abundance, and gratitude, finds a delicious expression at Food Exchange through a menu that blends regional favourites with modern culinary finesse. The specially crafted lunch highlights the essence of the season -wholesome ingredients, nostalgic flavours, and celebratory indulgence - presented in a vibrant, interactive dining format.   Guests can look forward to an elaborate spread featuring Undhiyu, thoughtfully ...

How Budget 2026 Can Reignite FMCG Demand Across India

               By Krishna Khatwani, Head of Sales - India, Godrej Consumer Products Ltd The Union Budget 2026 will arrive at a time when the FMCG sector would see the building blocks for a sustained consumption upcycle fall into place. GST rationalisation, income tax relief, benign inflation, and supportive rural schemes over the last year have created a foundation; the next Budget can determine whether this translates into broad-based, durable growth across both urban and rural India. From a household’s lens, three levers will matter most: how much additional disposable income is created, how evenly it is distributed across segments, and how predictably it flows into daily consumption rather than one ‑ time spending. Consolidating the GST and tax stimulus The first priority is to consolidate the gains from GST 2.0 and recent direct tax relief rather than introduce fresh complexity. GST reductions in October 2025 have already released subs...

Interio by Godrej aims to redefine Indian kitchens with tech-enabled customization and personalized design

Interio by Godrej, a home and office furniture brand of the Godrej Enterprises Group, announced its plans to grow its kitchen business at a 10% CAGR over the next five years. The brand has seen strong momentum across Tier 2-3 cities, driven by consumer demand for functional kitchen spaces in modern Indian homes. The Kitchen & Dining Furniture market in India is projected to reach US$251.32 million in 2025 , growing at a 2.28% CAGR through 2030. Interio is positioned to outpace this growth, backed by new product launches, expansion of Kitchen galleries to 250 locations across 120 cities and the advanced manufacturing facility at Khalapur, Maharashtra, which now produces up to 250 kitchens per day. Dev Narayan Sarkar, Senior Vice President and Head of Consumer Business, Interio by Godrej , said, “The Indian kitchen is no longer just a utility space, it's becoming a lifestyle statement. Consumers today want modular solutions that blend design, functionality and long-term dur...