The hospitality group posted consolidated income of ₹82.80 crore for the quarter, while highlighting new resort openings and a pipeline of 2,500 additional keys over the next nine months
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Royal Orchid Hotels Q1 FY26 Results: Standalone Income at ₹48.45 Cr, PAT Rises to ₹4.43 Cr
Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL), which runs more than 118 properties across India, Sri Lanka and Nepal, has reported its financial performance for the quarter ended June 30, 2025.
Consolidated income for the quarter was reported at ₹82.80 crore.
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From City Streets to Himalayan Heights: Ampere Nexus Shows India What an Electric Scooter Can Really Do
The 425 km ride from Chandigarh to Shipki La ended just 200 metres from the Line of Control, turning a two wheeler into a symbol of clean mobility, national pride, and border tourism
When an electric scooter leaves the comfort of city streets and climbs into the thin air of the Himalayas, it carries more than a battery. It carries a question: can India’s clean mobility story stretch beyond urban commutes into the nation’s toughest terrains?
This week, that question found an answer. The Ampere Nexus, developed by Greaves Electric Mobility, completed a demanding expedition from Chandigarh to the Shipki La Pass in Himachal Pradesh’s Kinnaur Valley, climbing to an altitude of 13,200 feet and stopping barely 200 metres short of the Line of Control.The three day journey covered 425 kilometres of mountain roads through Shimla, Reckong Peo and Pooh before the final ascent. The ride was flagged off on August 9 and culminated on August 12, on the eve of India’s 79th Independence Day.
On arrival, the riders were greeted by jawans of the Indian Army, who invited them to participate in a flag hoisting ceremony at the border outpost. The moment fused national pride with a powerful demonstration of technological confidence. An electric scooter built for everyday movement had just reached one of the country’s highest passes.The expedition has also been formally acknowledged by the India Book of Records, which certified the Ampere Nexus as the first electric two wheeler to reach Shipki La. But the symbolism went far beyond a record. For Greaves Electric Mobility, it was about proving that clean transport can move from India’s urban centres to its most remote frontiers.
The Ampere Nexus is no stranger to endurance rides. In 2024, it was ridden from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, an event that positioned it as more than just a city scooter. The Shipki La climb reinforces that reputation. It has proven to be durable, adaptable, and able to keep moving in extreme environments where both man and machine are tested.Vikas Singh, Managing Director of Greaves Electric Mobility, described it as a milestone not only for the brand but for India’s EV movement. He noted that the ride underlines how electric mobility can support initiatives like border tourism while standing as a symbol of resilience and innovation.
For the EV sector in India, the significance lies in what this journey represents. Electric scooters are often marketed as urban solutions. The Ampere Nexus showed they can be border solutions too, carrying India’s green ambitions into the mountains and reminding us that the road to sustainability does not end at the city limits.At Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
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One Point One Solutions posts ₹74.50 crore revenue in Q1 FY26 as profit rises 24 percent year on year
The BPM services provider reported income of ₹74.50 crore and PAT of ₹9.44 crore for the June quarter, while appointing Nitin Mahajan as CEO to manage India growth and automation-driven transformation.
One Point One Solutions Limited (NSE: ONEPOINT) reported consolidated revenue of ₹74.50 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, with profit after tax rising to ₹9.44 crore. The results mark year on year growth of nearly 20 percent in revenue and 24 percent in net profit, supported by steady operational margins.
Quarterly comparisons show income up from ₹73.62 crore in Q4 FY25, while EBITDA climbed to ₹20.56 crore and PAT increased by just over 8 percent. Margins remained consistent with an EBITDA margin of 27.6 percent and a PAT margin of 12.67 percent. Earnings per share for the quarter stood at ₹0.36.Alongside the financials, the company announced the appointment of Nitin Mahajan as Chief Executive Officer. Mahajan, who brings close to three decades of industry experience, will guide the company through its next phase of international expansion and the integration of advanced technologies such as GenAI and automation into its BPM offerings.
Chairman and Managing Director Akshay Chhabra noted that the results reflect resilience in the business model and sustained client confidence, pointing to investments in technology, process excellence, and new talent as key drivers.
The company has been diversifying through acquisitions and now operates delivery centers across major Indian cities, as well as in the United States and Europe. With a workforce of more than 5,600 people, One Point One Solutions serves over 50 clients in industries ranging from banking and finance to consumer durables, retail, travel, insurance, and healthcare.At Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
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Kia India’s Carens Clavis and Clavis EV Cross 21,000 Bookings, Signalling a Shift in Mass Premium Mobility
With over 20,000 orders for the ICE variant and 1,000 for the EV in just four months, Kia strengthens its family first, safety driven, and tech forward positioning in India’s competitive auto market
Kia India has reported more than 21,000 bookings for its Carens Clavis and Carens Clavis EV models in less than four months, underscoring the brand’s growing appeal in India’s mass premium segment. The milestone includes over 20,000 orders for the petrol powered Clavis and more than 1,000 for the Clavis EV, which is Kia’s first Made in India electric vehicle.
For Kia, the strong response validates its strategy of blending comfort, safety, and technology across internal combustion and electric platforms. Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer at Kia India, said the demand reflects customer trust. “This strong demand is a testament to the confidence our customers have in Kia and reinforces our commitment to delivering innovation, safety, and comfort.”The Carens Clavis has been positioned as a versatile family car that merges SUV strength with MPV practicality. It features flexible seating with sliding, reclining, and one touch electric tumble seats, along with a segment first Boss Mode for third row access. The cabin integrates dual 12.3 inch panoramic displays, Bose sound, ambient lighting, dual dashcam, and an innovative switch system for climate and infotainment control.
The Carens Clavis EV extends this philosophy into the electric space. Offered with two battery options, a 51.4 kWh pack with a 490 km certified range and a 42 kWh pack with a 404 km range, the seven seater EV also delivers rapid charging from 10 to 80 percent in 39 minutes via a 100 kW DC charger. It is powered by a 171 PS motor with 255 Nm torque, offering daily flexibility as well as long distance usability. The EV mirrors the ICE model’s premium design with a 67.62 cm dual panoramic display and 90 connected car features.Safety has been a central focus in both variants. The line up comes with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) with over 20 autonomous features and a passive safety suite that includes six airbags, electronic stability control, a 360 degree camera, and rear occupant alerts.
The booking momentum positions Kia as a strong competitor in India’s evolving mobility landscape, where family focused ICE buyers and eco conscious EV adopters are seeking the same blend of safety and innovation.About Kia India
Kia entered the Indian market in 2017 and began operations in 2019 with a manufacturing facility in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh, that produces up to 300,000 units annually. Since then, the company has launched nine models including the Seltos, Sonet, Carnival, EV6, and EV9. With more than 1.2 million domestic sales and over 3.6 lakh exports, Kia India continues to strengthen its position as one of the leading connected car brands in the country.At Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
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Khayyat by Anis Tailor Debuts in Mohali, Introducing a Contemporary Take on Bespoke Luxury
Inaugurated by Pawan Kumar Bansal, the new store blends Anis Tailor’s four decades of craftsmanship with modern suiting for today’s style-conscious clientele
Anis Tailor, a name synonymous with precision tailoring since 1984, has opened its first Khayyat store in Mohali, marking a significant new chapter in its journey. The launch, held at SCO 541, Sector 70, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, was attended by guests, patrons, and fashion enthusiasts, with Congress leader Pawan Kumar Bansal inaugurating the store.
Khayyat is the contemporary luxury label from Anis Tailor, created to marry the house’s long-standing tradition of fine tailoring with the evolving tastes of modern clients. The store offers a complete bespoke experience – from curated premium fabrics to meticulous fittings – ensuring every garment reflects the individuality of its wearer.Badar Ahmed, Founder of Khayyat and Anis Tailor, reflected on the milestone: “For over forty years, Anis Tailor has been about delivering quality and individuality through every stitch. Khayyat is the embodiment of that heritage, reimagined for today’s discerning clientele. Opening our first Khayyat store in Mohali is a proud moment, and having Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal with us makes it even more special. This is not just about launching a store; it’s about introducing a new standard of bespoke fashion to the region.”
Guests at the opening explored a refined retail space where tradition meets innovation. The launch reinforces Anis Tailor’s commitment to excellence while embracing the creativity, precision, and personalization that define modern bespoke luxury.
About Anis Tailor
Founded in 1984, Anis Tailor has built its reputation on quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and personalised service. Over four decades, it has dressed clients across generations, becoming a trusted name in bespoke tailoring. Khayyat, its contemporary label, continues this legacy with a focus on modern suiting and luxury finishes.At Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
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Escape Plan and HRX Rethink Travel Gear, Turning Performance into a Carry-On Culture
With Hrithik Roshan’s design philosophy meeting Escape Plan’s rapid ₹100 Cr scale, the new collection is built for travellers who want utility, style, and speed in equal measure
Travel gear is rarely discussed in the same breath as performance wear, but Escape Plan and HRX are betting on the fact that it should be. In a collaboration that brings together Hrithik Roshan’s homegrown fitness label and one of India’s fastest-scaling travel platforms, the two brands have created a co-branded collection aimed at a generation that sees travel as a daily rhythm rather than an occasional break.
Escape Plan, launched just months ago, has already hit an annualised run rate of ₹100 crore, with more than a fifth of its business coming from offline stores. Its appeal lies in combining functional design with a tech-enabled retail experience, creating products that fit seamlessly into how modern Indians move. The HRX partnership takes that ethos into luggage and travel essentials, adding a performance-driven design language to an already utility-focused category.For Hrithik Roshan, the connection is instinctive. “With HRX, our mission has always been to fuse purpose with performance,” he says. “The right travel gear can change the way you move, and creating this collection with Escape Plan felt like a natural extension of what we stand for.”
The HRX x Escape Plan line spans luggage, organisers, and accessories, each piece intended to balance durability with design. The goal is not just to sell travel products, but to embed them into an active lifestyle-one that moves easily between airports, gyms, and city streets.Abhinav Pathak, CEO and Co-founder of Escape Plan, sees the partnership as a strategic move in a category poised for reinvention. “This is about redefining travel essentials for a new generation of consumers. HRX brings a cultural resonance and design ethos that fits perfectly with our vision,” he says. “We see this as the beginning of a category-defining journey in travel gear.”
Afsar Zaidi, Co-founder of HRX, calls the collaboration a meeting of sensibilities. “It was more than just their products, it was the clarity of vision, the design sensibility, and the sense that this is something different,” he notes.Available through Escape Plan’s own and partner retail platforms, as well as select offline locations, the collection is positioned as an everyday upgrade for travellers who value agility as much as aesthetics. And while the products themselves are designed for movement, the strategy is firmly about building a lifestyle ecosystem, where utility and aspiration share the same carry-on.
About Escape Plan
Founded by Abhinav Pathak and Abhinav Zutshi, Escape Plan is a travel and accessories platform backed by Jungle Ventures and Fireside Ventures. The brand blends technology, design, and consumer insight to create products that fit the pace of modern travel.
About HRX
Founded by Hrithik Roshan and Exceed Entertainment, HRX is a fitness and lifestyle brand built on the philosophy of helping individuals become the best versions of themselves.At Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
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From Campus to Catalyst: NIT Calicut Takes the Lead in Kerala’s Next Chapter of Scientific Access
As the first I-STEM Catalyst Center, the institute will anchor national research tools in local hands, building pathways for startups, industry, and academia to work without infrastructure barriers
National Institute of Technology Calicut has stepped into a pioneering role that places it at the intersection of national science policy and local innovation. At the flagship I-STEM outreach event, SAMAVESHA 11, held on campus from August 5 to 6, the institute was formally announced as India’s first I-STEM Catalyst Center.
The Indian Science, Technology and Engineering facilities Map (I-STEM), supported by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, is designed to democratise access to publicly funded research infrastructure. By choosing NIT Calicut as its first Catalyst Center, I-STEM is anchoring its mission in a regional hub that will serve Kerala’s researchers, innovators, and industry players.Dr. Harilal Bhaskar, National Coordinator and Chief Operating Officer of I-STEM, described the Catalyst model as “living laboratories” – spaces that bring high-end tools, hands-on training, and collaborative projects directly to local users. The aim is to bridge the gap between world-class infrastructure and those who have the ideas but lack the facilities to execute them.
The new role means NIT Calicut will act as a node for boosting the utilisation of advanced scientific equipment, increasing the visibility of underused resources, and enabling partnerships that span academia, industry, startups, and government bodies.Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director of NIT Calicut, called it a chance to narrow India’s scientific divide. “Becoming the first Catalyst Center gives us a responsibility to bring these capabilities to the grassroots,” he said. “It is about creating opportunities for collaboration and ensuring that world-class infrastructure serves the widest possible community.”
Over two days, SAMAVESHA 11 showcased the institute’s research facilities, conducted equipment demonstrations, and trained participants on using the I-STEM portal for booking and managing access. Delegates included faculty, R&D organisations, startups, and innovators from across Kerala, signalling a broad base of engagement from the outset.
With NIT Calicut now holding the role for Kerala, I-STEM plans to replicate the model across India, ensuring that access to science is no longer dictated by geography.About I-STEM
The Indian Science, Technology and Engineering facilities Map is a national platform to list and provide open access to publicly funded R&D facilities, improving utilisation and fostering collaboration.
About NIT Calicut
National Institute of Technology Calicut is a premier engineering institution known for research excellence, technology development, and regional engagement, with a strong role in India’s STEM ecosystem.At Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.
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Bigg Boss Chaahte Hain Ki… Aap Bhoolna Bhi Chahein, Toh Bhi Na Bhool Paayen: Bigg Boss 19 Begins August 24
From Rakhi’s breakdowns to Gautam’s rebellion, Shilpa’s stillness to Asim’s fury, Shehnaaz’s innocence to Tejasswi’s game, Bigg Boss has never been about rules. And this season, the rules don’t exist. The house is a parliament now. But the final word? Still his.
When India’s longest-running reality experiment returns on August 24, it brings with it not just a new season, but a new system. Bigg Boss 19, premiering on JioHotstar (9 PM) and airing on COLORS (10:30 PM), introduces a format twist even the show’s most seasoned fans didn’t see coming, Gharwalon Ki Sarkaar.
This year, the Bigg Boss house becomes a parliament. Housemates take decisions. They pass orders. They face backlash. In a show built on the illusion of control, this season threatens to give some of it away. But viewers know better, Bigg Boss doesn’t hand over power. He lets you think you have it. Until he takes it back.The trailer, unveiled by JioStar, places Salman Khan front and center, once again stepping in as host and referee. But the spotlight doesn’t stay with him for long. As the camera pans to the now Parliament-inspired house, a season of strategy and self-sabotage begins to brew.
Alok Jain, representing JioStar, described this as a new direction: “This isn’t just reality television. It’s unscripted democracy, with consequences.”
The show is set to stream 24×7 on JioHotstar, with live interactions, meme creation tools, chat features, and real-time voting. The “Jeeto Dhan Dhana Dhan” contest gives fans a chance to win prizes by answering in-show questions. A new meme feature allows viewers to recreate the chaos in their own tone, because if Bigg Boss has always been the conversation, this season, he becomes the content.But legacy still matters. Bigg Boss isn’t just about who walks in now. It’s about who never walked out of our pop culture memory. From Rakhi Sawant, the original wildcard, to Rahul Roy, the show’s first quiet winner. From Gautam Gulati, who ruled with isolation, to Shilpa Shinde, who held silence like strategy. From Asim Riaz, who fought like it was personal, to Tejasswi Prakash, who built her game with fire. There’s Siddharth Shukla, whose memory still lives in the walls, and Hina Khan, Sunny Leone, Dipika Kakar, Manisha Rani, Urvashi Dholakia, Elvish Yadav, and Abdu Rozik, all etched into Bigg Boss history.
In 19 seasons, Bigg Boss has never needed a script. It needed a house. It needed a few contestants. And it needed one voice to remind everyone watching: you’re not in control here. He is.
Watch Bigg Boss 19 from August 24 on JioHotstar and COLORS. This time, the chaos isn’t designed. It’s elected.Published by Prittle Prattle News – featuring you virtuouslyAt Prittle Prattle News, we honor your dedication and inventiveness led by showcasing you in a positive light. Under the direction of Editor-in-Chief Smruti Bhalerao, our platform is committed to disseminating powerful narratives that raise awareness and motivate change. For more important stories, follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.