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Big Update for UPI Users: New Transaction Limits from September 15 on PhonePe, Google Pay & More

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If you’re someone who regularly transfers money using UPI platforms like PhonePe, Google Pay, or Paytm, there’s a major update you should know about. Starting September 15, 2025, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) will roll out new UPI transaction limits — especially helpful for those making high-value payments for loans, insurance, taxes, and investments.

 What’s Changing?

Earlier, UPI transactions were capped at ₹1 lakh per day for most users. But now, NPCI has revised the limits specifically for Person-to-Merchant (P2M) transactions — allowing:

• ₹5 lakh per transaction, and
• Up to ₹10 lakh per day

These new rules will apply only when you pay directly to verified businesses or service providers, such as:

• Insurance companies
• Stockbrokers
• Loan EMI payment portals
• Income tax departments

This means you can now make bigger payments via UPI — securely and conveniently — without splitting them into multiple transactions.

 New UPI Transaction Limits: Sector-wise Breakdown

Category Old Limit New Per Transaction Limit New Daily Limit

• Insurance & Capital Markets ₹2 lakh ₹5 lakh ₹10 lakh
  Loan EMI Payments ₹2 lakh ₹5 lakh ₹10 lakh
  Credit Card Bill Payments ₹2 lakh ₹5 lakh ₹6 lakh

Important Note: These limits apply only to Person-to-Merchant transactions. The ₹1 lakh limit for Person-to-Person (P2P) transfers remains unchanged.

Why This Update Matters

The new UPI rules are rolling out just ahead of September 15, the deadline for many tax-related payments. The move is expected to make high-value payments faster and more seamless, especially for salaried individuals, self-employed professionals, and business owners.

By allowing higher limits, NPCI is addressing a growing demand from users who rely on UPI for large payments — from tax filing to investment and loan servicing.

Is It Safe?

Yes. These transactions are allowed only when sent to verified merchants and go through UPI’s secure platform. The increased limits do not apply to casual transfers between individuals (like sending money to a friend or family member).

Also, these new limits will be implemented across all UPI-enabled platforms — PhonePe, Google Pay, BHIM, Paytm, and others — as long as your bank supports the update.

From September 15, 2025, users will be able to send up to ₹10 lakh per day via UPI to verified merchants — a welcome move for those handling large payments online. This change reinforces India’s growing confidence in digital payments and is another step toward a cashless, tech-forward economy.

So, if you’re planning to pay taxes, EMIs, or invest using your UPI app — you’re in for a smoother, faster experience.

INDIA,11TH SEPTEMBER 2025‘Designed for the evolving needs of today’s households, the Celesia BLDC Cookerhood series by Hindware Smart Appliances is a premium, wall-mounted chimney that combines cutting-edge technology with a sleek, modern design. Available in 60 cm, 75 cm, and 90 cm variants, it seamlessly integrates into contemporary kitchens while offering unmatched performance.

With an impressive MaxX Suction capacity of 1600 m³/hr, the chimney ensures rapid and efficient removal of smoke, odour, and grease, creating a clean and fresh cooking environment even during heavy frying and grilling. The advanced Turbo Speed with 8+1 levels allows users to adjust suction power as per their cooking needs, offering both flexibility and efficiency.

Designed for ultimate convenience, the Celesia BLDC features Motion Sensor Technology, enabling hands-free operation with a simple wave of the hand, perfect for hassle-free and hygienic use while cooking. Its Filterless Technology eliminates the need for frequent cleaning while ensuring consistent suction, and the Thermal Autoclean function automatically takes care of sticky oil and residue, making maintenance effortless.

Backed by a 3-year comprehensive warranty and an industry-leading 12-year warranty on the motor, it delivers long-term reliability and peace of mind. Priced at INR 40,990 for the 60 cm model, INR 42,990 for the 75 cm model, and INR 44,990 for the 90 cm model, the Celesia BLDC is the perfect solution for today’s modern kitchens.

New Delhi, India, September 11th, 2025 – Wishes and Blessings, a Delhi-based NGO committed to uplifting the underprivileged, is all set to host the fourth edition of its flagship fundraiser concert ‘Jashn-e-Qawwali’. The event is scheduled on Friday, 12th September 2025, from 7:00 pm onwards at Kamani Auditorium, Delhi. The evening will feature a captivating live performance by the internationally renowned Qawwali troupe, the ‘Niazi Nizami Brothers’. They are all set to create a magical musical evening with their famous earworm ‘Hasta hua noorani chehra’ and other popular qawwalis. The tickets of the event are available for ₹499/-only on District by Zomato.

The NGO has been organizing the fund-raising event, Jashn-e-Qawwali for the last three years with 100% of the proceeds going towards transformative initiatives led by the organisation. Now in its fourth year, the funds raised from ‘Jashn-e-Qawwali’ will contribute to build a permanent home for the elderly residents of the NGO’s old age home-Mann Ka Tilak, which currently runs on leased land, in Maidan Garhi, Saket, Delhi. Since its establishment in 2018, it has helped over 280 senior citizens. The home provides free of cost shelter, meals and healthcare to abandoned, abused, and neglected elderly individuals.  Although leased land serves its purpose, it fails to give elderly individuals assurance that this is their permanent home. In addition to that, despite need and willingness, the organisation cannot accommodate more elderly due to limited space. 

On organizing the 4th edition of the fund raiser, Dr. Geetanjali Chopra, Founder & President of Wishes and Blessings says, “Jashn-e-Qawwali is more than an evening of music-it is a celebration of humanity. At Wishes and Blessings, our vision is to create a society where compassion is a way of life. Through this event, we connect heart to a cause often invisible- the plight of abandoned elders. Every hand that joins us, take us one step closer to a future where no elder feels forgotten”.

On their upcoming performance at the fund-raising event, Shahid Niazi, one of the leading artists of the Niazi Nizami Brothers troupe, says, “It is our privilege to perform at Jashn-e-Qawwali. This concert allows us to showcase our tradition while contributing to the meaningful cause. We are hoping to make it a soulful evening that everyone will remember”.

Udaipur, September 11, 2025: Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL), a Vedanta Group company and India’s largest & only integrated producer of Zinc-Lead-Silver, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rajasthan Heritage Authority (RHA) for the development of the Heritage Corridor at Poonchari ka Lautha, in the district of Deeg, Rajasthan. The MoU has been signed for a period of three years, with Hindustan Zinc committing financial support of INR 85 Crores through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Onkar Singh Lakhawat – Chairman, Ram Ranjan – CEO of Rajasthan Heritage Authority, Arun Misra – CEO, Hindustan Zinc, Anupam Nidhi – CSR Head, Hindustan Zinc with other senior dignitaries.

The project aims to preserve and promote culture and heritage through restoration of historical sites and supporting infrastructure development, including botanical gardens and horticulture, improvement of the Parikrama Marg, residential facilities for visitors, and development of demarcated complexes and walkways. Located at Poonchari ka Lautha in Deeg within the Braj cultural landscape, marking the ‘tail’ of sacred Govardhan Hill and a key stop on the Govardhan Parikrama, the site holds deep spiritual and cultural significance; investing in social impacting project like these safeguards a living pilgrimage corridor, improves safe access, and supports local livelihoods.

Adding to this, Onkar Singh Lakhawat – Chairman, Rajasthan Heritage Authority, said, “Rajasthan is home to some of India’s most treasured cultural and historical landmarks, and it is our responsibility to preserve them for posterity. The support from Hindustan Zinc will accelerate our efforts in developing the Heritage Corridor at Poonchari ka Lautha into a vibrant hub that not only safeguards history but also enhances visitor experience. This collaboration sets a positive example of how industry and government can come together to conserve heritage while fostering sustainable tourism.”

Speaking on the occasion, Arun Misra, CEO & Whole-time Director, Hindustan Zinc, said, Heritage connects communities to their roots and strengthens identity. At Hindustan Zinc, we are proud to support the Rajasthan Heritage Authority in preserving and revitalizing these cultural treasures while also developing infrastructure that will enhance the experience for visitors and benefit local communities.” 

With this collaboration, Hindustan Zinc continues to strengthen its legacy of contributing to community development and cultural preservation as part of its holistic social impact projects. Over the years, the company has undertaken projects spanning education, health, water conservation, women empowerment, and environmental sustainability.The Heritage Corridor initiative at Poonchari ka Lautha adds a new dimension to this journey by supporting Rajasthan’s vision of conserving its historic treasures while creating sustainable tourism opportunities that will boost local livelihoods and enhance regional pride.

Hindustan Zinc is driving positive change in communities through focused social impact initiatives across key areas such as women empowerment, sustainable livelihoods, quality education, healthcare access, and inclusive sports and skill development platforms. By FY25, the company’s efforts have positively impacted over 23 lakh people in more than 2,300 villages, positioning Hindustan Zinc as one of India’s top 10 CSR spenders and setting a benchmark for how industry can foster large-scale, inclusive, and sustainable development.

About Hindustan Zinc

Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC), a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and is amongst the top 5 silver p

New Delhi, September 11, 2025 – Zypp Electric, India’s leading EV rental platform, has turned its 8th Foundation Day into a marketing milestone with the resounding success of its cost-effective, viral campaign ‘Green Hai Toh Zypp Hai’. The initiative not only celebrated Zypp’s journey but also created massive buzz around EV awareness and road safety, which was in collaboration with Traffic Gurugram, positioning the brand as both a sustainability leader and a marketing innovator.

The campaign received an overwhelming response, with over 2,500 active participants, generating more than 25 million organic impressions across platforms and inspiring communities through 3,000 user-generated content (UGC) videos and posts. The top 3 videos of this campaign garnered over 6.3 million, 6.1 million, and 1.1 million views, respectively, from across India, reflecting the organic reach of the campaign. These stories, created by customers, riders, and partners, highlighted real journeys of sustainability, electric mobility adoption, and the growing impact of green logistics in India. An iPhone was included as part of the prize, to be awarded to the person whose video generated the highest number of views among the followers.

Through ‘Green Hai Toh Zypp Hai’, Zypp Electric amplified its vision of transforming last-mile delivery with its EV fleet, significantly reducing carbon emissions and urban pollution. The campaign not only celebrated Zypp’s journey over the last eight years but also spotlighted the collective role of consumers and businesses in accelerating India’s shift towards clean mobility.

Akash Gupta, Co-founder & CEO, said: “Green Hai Toh Zypp Hai wasn’t just a campaign; it was proof of how powerful community-driven marketing can be. With limited budgets, we achieved virality, created real social conversations, and amplified our mission of EV adoption and road safety. This campaign is a case study in how purpose-led marketing can also deliver massive brand traction and create community-driven efforts and inclusion towards the mission and vision of going emission-free.

With this milestone celebration, Zypp Electric reaffirms its commitment to scaling its EV fleet from 20,000 to 100,000 in the next 12-18 months, empowering more than 2 Lakhs gig workers, and enabling sustainable last-mile delivery solutions for India’s growing e-commerce, food, grocery, quick commerce, and hyperlocal ecosystem.

Mumbai, India September 11, 2025 – Minute Media, a leading global technology and sports content company, today announced its acquisition of VideoVerse. VideoVerse’s leading product, Magnifi, an AI-driven SaaS technology platform, enables content owners and rights holders to automatically detect key moments, create highlights in real time, and distribute compelling short-form video content efficiently.  Some of its clients include FIFA+, Indian Super League, Pro Panja League, Willow TV, Portuguese Football Federation, and TV2, among others.

The addition of VideoVerse will enable Minute Media to provide unprecedented value to the sports content ecosystem, furthering both parties’ partnership capabilities. With this acquisition, Minute Media plans to deploy a fully integrated creation, distribution, and monetization solution, furthering its strategic partnerships with top teams, leagues, and federations around the world. Additionally, existing Magnifi clients will be able to seamlessly leverage Minute Media’s industry-leading distribution and monetization solutions, enhancing ROI for their video assets.

In the fast-paced sports arena, VideoVerse’s Magnifi helps partners quickly deliver standout moments to fans across platforms, capturing the essence of the game with unmatched speed and precision. Powered by AI, Magnifi leverages computer vision, natural language processing, and machine learning to analyze visual and audio cues, identify highlights, and enhance video content for fans. The product integrates GenAI features, including multilingual subtitling, automatic thumbnail generation, metadata generation, as well as a dynamic rules-based engine to automate end-to-end processing, making it an all-in-one editorial workspace that empowers content teams.

“We are thrilled to bring the passionate teams and robust capabilities of VideoVerse into the Minute Media family to bring teams and leagues a full-stack solution from creation to distribution to monetization. In addition, with VideoVerse’s technologies, Minute Media’s owned & operated brands, partners, and clients will experience and have the very best in AI-powered creation,” said Asaf Peled, Founder and CEO of Minute Media.

With early support from marquee investors such as Venture East, Moneta Ventures, Alpha Wave Global, Audacity, Evolvence India, Bluestone Equity Partners, and 9Unicorns, VideoVerse’s journey stands as a testament to India’s growing role in building world-class AI and sports technology.

VideoVerse’s technology will drive key enhancements across Minute Media’s ecosystem, strengthening the STN Video platform for leagues and publishing partners as well as driving innovative new formats across owned and operated brands like Sports Illustrated and The Players’ Tribune.

VideoVerse and Minute Media will further strengthen and expand their AI footprint in India through continued investment, with a strategic emphasis on advancing next-generation AI video capabilities.

Hyderabad, September 11, 2025 – Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel announces a unique culinary collaboration that transforms dining into cultural preservation. From September 17-21, the hotel’s elegant Feast restaurant will host “The Bhatkali Table”, featuring endangered recipes from Karnataka’s Nawayath community, presented by home chef Fathima Riyaz.

Fathima brings more than exceptional cooking skills to this collaboration – she carries the weight of preserving a dying culinary tradition. Born of Bhatkali descent and now based in Bangalore, Chef Fathima spent her formative summers at her grandmother’s legendary Musba House in Bhatkal, where she absorbed not just recipes but the soul of Nawayath cuisine under the guidance of her mother and grandmother. Today, her mastery has graced prestigious kitchens of many five star hotels, but her true calling lies in safeguarding the flavours that could vanish within a generation.

The Nawayath community represents one of history’s most remarkable cultural fusions. Originally Arab seafaring traders from Yemen and Persia who settled along Karnataka’s Karavali coast centuries ago; they intermarried with Konkani Muslims to create a unique culinary identity that beautifully showcases Arabic influences merged with Konkani coastal flavours.

The five-day event will showcase an impressive array of traditional dishes that reflect the harmonious marriage of Middle Eastern spices with Konkan coastal ingredients:

• Shayya Biryani – A biryani completely different from any biryani Hyderabad has tasted. It uses rice vermicelli instead of basmati rice.  
• Haldi Pana Nevri – Rice paste spread on turmeric leaves, filled with chicken coconut masala and steamed to perfection.
• Mudkale – Small rice balls cooked in spicy coconut milk alongside succulent prawns.
• Laun Miriya Mhaure – Sliced fish cooked in traditional salt and red chili paste.
• Shinonya Nevri – Steamed mussels stuffed with spicy rice and coconut mixture.

The culinary journey extends beyond savory delights with traditional desserts including Showfapana Poli (made with dill leaves), Shayya Godaan (vermicelli and coconut kheer), and Shaala Pudding (coconut water and cream blend).

This collaboration between Chef Fathima Riyaz and Sheraton Hyderabad creates a unique opportunity for the city’s food lovers to become part of a preservation story, helping ensure that the rich maritime heritage of the Nawayath community continues to flourish for future generations.

Event Details:

Date – September 17- 21

Venue – Feast restaurant at Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel

Time – Lunch from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM 

Dinner from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM

For reservations – +91 7337358581

New Delhi / San Francisco, September 11th, 2025: Software Freedom Law Center, India (SFLC.in), India’s pioneering non-profit working at the intersection of law, technology, and digital rights, has been awarded the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) Award 2025 for Defending Digital Freedoms. The recognition, announced at the annual EFF Awards Ceremony in San Francisco on September 10, 2025, celebrates SFLC.in’s tireless advocacy for online civil liberties, privacy, and open access to knowledge.

 The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) is a global non-profit that has, since 1990, championed digital rights through landmark legal victories on privacy, free expression, and innovation. Its annual awards recognise individuals and organisations worldwide who have made transformative contributions to protecting freedoms in the digital age.

In India, SFLC.in has been at the forefront of this work for over 15 years. Founded in 2010 by technology lawyer and activist Mishi Choudhary, the organisation has taken on issues such as internet shutdowns, online harassment, privacy in emerging technologies, and equitable access to digital spaces, while building a strong network of lawyers, technologists, and policy experts to safeguard citizens’ digital rights.

From tracking internet shutdowns across India and campaigning for freedom of speech, to advocating for stronger privacy frameworks in AI regulations, SFLC.in has consistently defended the rights of technology users. Its Digital Defenders Network has created a pan-India coalition of lawyers committed to protecting online freedom, while its digital security training empowers citizens to navigate the internet safely.

The organisation’s work has also included landmark litigation on freedom of expression, petitions to the Government of India on key digital rights issues, and impactful campaigns pressing global tech platforms to adopt user-centric practices. Notably, SFLC.in was among the first to highlight how certain social media features could be misused for harassment, pushing for platform-level accountability and safer digital ecosystems.

Accepting the award, SFLC.in dedicated the honour to India’s digital rights community, stating: “This award is a recognition of the collective struggle of countless lawyers, activists, technologists, and citizens who believe that technology must serve people, not the other way around. We remain committed to safeguarding digital freedoms for every Indian, ensuring that the internet stays open, inclusive, and secure.”

With this global recognition, SFLC.in joins an esteemed roster of past EFF Award laureates who have reshaped the digital rights landscape worldwide. The organisation now aims to expand its awareness programs on AI, cybersecurity, and digital inclusion, while continuing to support communities most vulnerable to digital exclusion and surveillance.

FADA 7th Auto Retail Conclave – “Self-Sustaining Success” at the Core of Transforming Auto Retail for Naya Bharat

Mumbai / New Delhi, September 11, 2025: The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) today hosted the 7th edition of the Auto Retail Conclave, centered around the theme “Self-Sustaining Success: Transforming Auto Retail for Naya Bharat.” The Conclave drew an impressive gathering of over 500 delegates from every corner of the country, representing the vibrant auto retail community. Adding to the significance of the event were stalwarts from the automobile industry, influential dealer representatives, and visionary policymakers, including leading thought leaders and think tanks. This year the auto conclave focused on creating a future-ready retail ecosystem, strengthening OEM–dealer partnerships, and charting the roadmap for sustainable growth in India’s mobility landscape.

The Conclave was inaugurated by our Honourable Chief Guests Shri Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Hon’ble Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, along with Shri. H.D. Kumaraswamy, Union Minister for Heavy Industries & Steel who joined virtually to address the gathering. Sharing the dais were eminent industry leaders, including Mr. Shailesh Chandra, President – SIAM; Mr. Kartick V. Nagpal, President – Rosmerta Group and Mr. C.S. Vigneshwar, President – FADA. Together, they emphasized the importance of strengthening OEM–dealer synergies, with innovation and customer trust as the key drivers of future growth.

Commending FADA’s ongoing efforts in building a responsible retail automobile ecosystem in the nation, Hon’ble Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, stated,“The transition of India’s automobile sector towards clean and sustainable mobility is not a one-time effort but a continuous process that evolves year after year. Today, we already have electric buses, cars, and even construction vehicles running on electric and hydrogen power. In the coming years, electric vehicles and diesel / petrol vehicles will stand on equal ground in terms of cost and efficiency. India has a huge market potential not just for domestic adoption but also for exports. To support this, we are focusing on securing critical minerals, scaling semiconductor production, and enabling startups engaged in advanced research. Even through scraping old vehicles, we are recovering rare metals and recycled materials for reuse.

He further added, “India is now the world’s 3rd largest automobile market, and within five years, we aim to be No.1. With strong demand, skilled talent, low cost of production and global players expanding in India, the foundation is set. Guided by ethics, economy, and environment, we are driving biofuels, flex fuels, EVs, and hydrogen, while easing taxes to cut imports and boost growth. Green mobility is both a necessity and an opportunity to make India a global automotive leader.”

Honourable Minister of Heavy Industries, Mr. H.D. Kumaraswamy, addressed the 7th Auto Conclave saying, “The 7th Auto Retail Conclave is a celebration of the strength and resilience of India’s automobile retail sector, which stands as the backbone of the industry. Dealers are not just sellers, they are the trusted face of mobility for millions of families, offering confidence, service, and reliability at every step. With over 15,000 dealerships and 20,000 outlets employing nearly 50 lakh people, the sector contributes immensely to the economy, generating almost 18 downstream jobs for every role at an OEM plant. This year’s theme, Self-Sustaining Success for Naya Bharat, is timely as the industry embraces AI adoption, digital transformation, and global competition while advancing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. The Ministry of Heavy Industries remains deeply committed to working alongside FADA and all stakeholders to strengthen this ecosystem, ensuring a sustainable, future-ready, and self-reliant automobile retail sector that powers India’s growth journey.”

Addressing industry stalwarts and esteemed Government dignitaries, Mr. C.S. Vigneshwar, President of FADA, highlighted the pivotal role of India’s 30,000+ dealerships in generating employment for over 5 million people and contributing significantly to the nation’s economy. Mr. Vigneshwar stated, “The 7th Auto Retail Conclave is a tribute to the resilience and contribution of dealers, who form the backbone of the automotive ecosystem. This year’s theme, ‘Self-Sustaining Success for Naya Bharat,’ reflects our collective commitment to building a resilient, progressive, and future-ready industry. Auto retail in India is not confined to vehicle sales, but it also sustains the livelihoods of over 50 lakh people, anchors investments of ₹20 lakh crore, and contributes ₹3 lakh crore annually in taxes. Being three times larger than all organized retail combined, the sector’s growth and stability are closely tied to the nation’s progress. At FADA, our vision is to empower dealerships by moving from dependence to independence, turning challenges into opportunities, and ensuring long-term sustainability. This requires OEMs and dealers to work as true partners. Issues such as excessive inventory, thin margins, high training costs, and business viability must be addressed constructively to foster trust and resilience.

He further added, “While GST 2.0 is a landmark reform, the withdrawal of Compensation Cess risks straining dealer working capital and weakening festive momentum. A fair transitional framework, along with policy measures such as a Dealer Protection Act, ease of doing business, and EV ecosystem support, is vital. Auto retail is more than commercial is a national mission contributing to Naya Bharat.”

The session also featured the launch of FADA’s CSR Initiative for 2025–26, marked by the unveiling of the Auto Dealer Day Logo, Theme, and Video on providing immediate assistance to road accident victims. A moment of pride came with the felicitation of Padma Shri Dr. Maya Tandon, Founder Chairperson, Sahayata Trust, for her exemplary service to society.

A key highlight of the Conclave was the Fireside Chat with Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, who shared his vision for the transformation of India’s auto retail sector in line with Naya Bharat. He urged dealers to champion sustainable mobility and road safety, while accelerating the shift towards greener mobility solutions through alternative fuels, electrification, and clean energy adoption. The session was moderated by Mr. Pankaj Doval, National Editor, The Times of India.

The Conclave also featured a series of strategic sessions showcasing the progress and future roadmap of FADA’s key verticals. Mr. Pradeep Agarwal, Treasurer – FADA and Chairman, Two-Wheeler Vertical, outlined initiatives to strengthen the two-wheeler retail ecosystem. Mr. Manish Raj Singhania, Chairman – FADA Academy & Research, reviewed the Academy’s achievements and presented its strategic outlook to nurture leadership within the dealer community. Highlighting youth-driven innovation, Mr. Surya Chordia and Mr. Maneet Singh, Zonal Coordinators – FADA GenX, shared key milestones and the vision for the next phase of GenX. Ms. Rashmi Kale, Chairperson – Women in FADA (WIF), emphasized the growing role of women in the sector and shared her vision for greater inclusivity and representation. Adding an entrepreneurial perspective, Mr. Niraj Singh, Founder & CEO, Spinny, delivered a special address on Driving Trust, Aiding Indian Mobility, highlighting how technology and trust are redefining consumer engagement. The session also witnessed the announcement of the OEM – Dealer Agreement, a landmark step towards institutionalizing fairness and collaboration in OEM – dealer relations.

The Conclave showcased the 5th Dealer Satisfaction Study (DSS’25) for OEMs, presented by Mr. Rahul Sharma, COO & Director, PremonAsia India, alongside Mr. Amar Jatin Sheth, Secretary – FADA. The DSS’25 Power Panel, moderated by Mr. Hormazd Sorabjee, Editor at Autocar India, featured industry leaders including Mr. Ashutosh Varma (Hero MotoCorp), Mr. Jyoti Malhotra (Volvo Car India), Mr. Nalinikanth Gollagunta (M&M Ltd), Mr. Rajesh Kaul (Tata Motors), Mr. Sanjeev Kumar (Ashok Leyland), Mr. Tarun Garg (Hyundai Motor India), Mr. Yogesh Mathur (Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India), and Mr. Bharat Kumar Chordia (Khivraj Automobiles). The discussion highlighted key strengths, opportunities, and best practices in OEM – dealer engagement, emphasizing transparent and growth-oriented partnerships. The session concluded with the presentation of the DSS’25 Awards recognizing OEMs for excellence in dealer satisfaction, the felicitation of event partners, and a Vote of Thanks delivered by Mr. Amar Jatin Sheth, Secretary – FADA.

11th september 2025,Experience the bold and earthy flavours of Nagaland, a land celebrated for its indigenous cooking traditions and use of local ingredients at the upcoming Naga Food Festival at Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre from 19th to 21st September.

The festival is spearheaded by Chef Joel Basumatari who is hailed as one of India’s ‘Top 30 Food Superstars’ and has been championing modern Naga cuisine and the food of the North East states for long. Founder of Slow Food Nagaland, Winner of North-East Food Show Chef Wars 2019, and Judge at various competitions, Joel has worked professionally in both India and UK.

On Saturday afternoon (20th September, 1:00 PM), join Chef Joel Basumatari for a special Naga cooking demo where he will introduce indigenous ingredients and unique flavour palettes of Nagaland.

These three days of the festival will highlight the essence of Naga cuisine with specialties such as fermented bamboo shoots, smoked meats, and regional delicacies prepared with traditional methods. Diners can relish dishes like Black Rice Pudding, Naga Chicken Stew, Crispy Pork Belly, and more, crafted to bring the authentic tastes of Nagaland to Hyderabad.

Complemented by thematic decor and soothing ambience music, the festival offers an immersive dining experience that celebrates the rich culinary heritage of the Northeast.

Details:
Outlet: Permit To Grill
Date: 19th – 21st September 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Venue: Permit To Grill, Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre

Outlet: Food Exchange
Flavours of Nagaland – Sunday Brunch
Date: 21st September 2025
Time: 12:30 PM – 16:00 PM