Bengaluru’s ambitious beautification initiative has come under scrutiny as Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, prominent entrepreneur and biotech leader, publicly criticized the project’s planning and execution. Shaw highlighted concerns over urban sustainability, resource allocation, and long-term environmental impact, urging city authorities to prioritize functional urban development over aesthetics. Her remarks have sparked debate among civic authorities, urban planners, and residents, bringing attention to the balance between city beautification and practical infrastructure needs.

A brief moment during a high-profile Apple event has captured global attention as the iPhone 17 slipped from the hands of Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, in a video that quickly went viral across social media platforms. While the incident was fleeting, it sparked widespread discussion about product handling, corporate image, and public perception in the tech world. Observers noted the professionalism with which Cook managed the situation, underscoring the pressures faced during live demonstrations.

Maharashtra has solidified its position as India's wealth powerhouse in 2025, with Mumbai leading as the nation's "Millionaire Capital." According to the Mercedes-Benz Hurun India Wealth Report 2025, the state boasts 1,78,600 millionaire households, marking a 194% increase since 2021. This surge reflects robust economic growth, strategic investments, and the state's pivotal role in India's financial ecosystem.

Royal Enfield has announced a strategic partnership with Flipkart to sell its entire 350cc motorcycle lineup online, marking a significant shift towards digital retail for the iconic brand. Starting September 22, 2025, models such as the Bullet 350, Classic 350, Hunter 350, Goan Classic 350, and Meteor 350 will be available for purchase through Flipkart's platform in select cities, including Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Lucknow, and Mumbai.

Maruti Suzuki has officially launched the Victoris, its latest mid-size SUV, in India, with prices starting at Rs. 10.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioned between the Grand Vitara and Brezza, the Victoris aims to challenge segment leaders such as the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. The SUV offers multiple powertrains, including a 1.5L petrol, strong hybrid, and CNG variants, coupled with advanced features like Level 2 ADAS, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, and six airbags.

India’s benchmark stock index, the Sensex, has delivered little to no returns over the past year despite significant domestic policy reforms and strong liquidity support. As of September 19, 2025, the Sensex closed at 82,626 points, down 387 points for the day, marking a setback after a brief three-day rally. Over the last 12 months, the index has slipped about 0.7%, leaving investors disillusioned.

TVS Motor Company has announced a price reduction for its Ronin motorcycle range, aligning with the sweeping Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms set to take effect from September 22, 2025. The move reflects the company’s commitment to passing on the benefits of lower tax rates directly to customers. With motorcycles now falling under the revised 18% GST slab, buyers will see meaningful price drops across variants of the Ronin.

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced Passbook Lite, a streamlined digital facility designed to make provident fund (PF) records more accessible to millions of account holders. This initiative marks a significant step toward enhancing transparency, reducing operational friction, and strengthening digital inclusion in India’s social security system.

India is on the cusp of a historic transformation in its indirect tax regime as the Goods and Services Tax Council prepares to implement the most extensive set of reforms since GST’s launch in 2017. Effective September 22, 2025, the revised framework—dubbed GST 2.0—will rationalize tax slabs, eliminate the long-standing compensation cess, and restructure compliance mechanisms. These changes are expected to reduce prices of essential goods, benefit consumers and farmers, and simplify processes for businesses.

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has concluded its long-running inquiry into the Adani Group, declaring that it found no evidence of regulatory violations in the conglomerate’s business practices. This development comes after years of intense scrutiny following allegations of stock manipulation and opaque corporate structures.