6th June 2025: NSE Sustainability Ratings and Analytics Ltd announces the launch of its ESG ratings for listed companies, marking a significant milestone in advancing sustainable business practices in India. NSE Sustainability focuses on assessing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance, providing stakeholders with vital information to make informed decisions.

NSE Sustainability received its certificate of registration from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to operate as a Category I ESG Rating Provider (ERP). As a wholly owned subsidiary of NSE Indices Limited which in turn is a wholly owned subsidiary of National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE), NSE Sustainability embodies the principles of transparency and actionable insights.

Shri Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD and CEO, NSE, said “NSE Sustainability’s mission is to provide stakeholders including investors, businesses, regulators and the public with accurate, comprehensive and unbiased evaluations of corporate sustainability practices.”

The ESG ratings are derived from a thorough evaluation of company practices, policies, and disclosures across relevant sectors and industries. NSE Sustainability employs a transparent, data-driven, and materiality-based ESG ratings methodology aligned with both national and international standards and best practices. By integrating a wide array of parameters, NSE Sustainability ensures its ESG ratings reflect a balanced and objective perspective, free from biases related to size, scale, or industry.

Shri Aniruddha Chatterjee, CEO, NSE Indices, said “The launch of ESG ratings by NSE Sustainability Ratings and Analytics Ltd underscores our commitment to innovation in sustainable finance and we believe that our ESG ratings, data and analytics will set a benchmark in advancing ESG practices across industries.”

EDAG Smart Industry Summit 2025 Concludes in New Delhi: Engineering the Digital Future of Manufacturing

New Delhi, June 6, 2025 – EDAG India proudly concluded its Smart Industry Summit 2025 in co-operation with Indo-German Chamber of Commerce (IGCC) & IMA, held on 4th and 5th June at Roseate House, Aerocity, New Delhi. The two-day summit brought together industry leaders, technology innovators, and policymakers to explore the future of smart manufacturing, digital engineering, and sustainable industrial ecosystems.

The summit highlighted EDAG’s position as a system integrator for industrial transformation, combining its expertise in cross-domain engineering, production system development, and automation technologies. With a focus on enabling end-to-end digitalization across the factory lifecycle, EDAG showcased how its solutions -spanning from digital planning and virtual validation to scalable and sustainable production – are shaping the future of smart manufacturing.

Summit Highlights:

Smart Product: Demonstrated how embedded software, electrification, and connected systems are reshaping modern engineering – leveraging EDAG’s competencies in electronics development, digital integration, and product lifecycle support.

Smart Factory: Showcased the evolution from automated to adaptive production environments, enabled through digital twins, process simulation, and intelligent automation technologies.

Smart People: Focused on human-machine interaction, digital enablement, and building a future-ready workforce equipped for Industry 5.0 and beyond.

Smart Ecosystem: Emphasized how integrated, data-driven ecosystems can increase flexibility, transparency, and resilience across the entire value chain – connecting products, systems, partners, and platforms through seamless digital threads.

Industrial Metaverse Experience: The EDAG Metaverse live demonstrations enabled visitors to engage with virtual representations of production systems, simulating real-time environments to accelerate decision-making, reduce risks, and improve cost efficiency.

Collaborative Tech Showcases: EDAG’s technology partners – NVIDIA, Siemens, Phoenix Contact, SAP, and EKS and EY – demonstrated solutions in AI-driven simulation, industrial connectivity, and cloud-integrated operations.

Speaking at the summit, Mr. Rainer Wittich, CEO of EDAG Production Solutions GmbH & Co. KG, said:

“India plays a key role in EDAG’s global innovation roadmap. The Smart Industry Summit reflects our commitment to co-engineering solutions with local partners, fostering a future-ready, resilient manufacturing landscape – aligned with the Make in India vision.”

National, June 6, 2025: PepsiCo India, in collaboration with The Social Lab (TSL), has announced the expansion of its flagship plastic circularity initiative, Tidy Trails—a community-driven program focused on responsible plastic waste management through collection, segregation, and recycling to drive long-term environmental impact.

The initiative has now been launched in New Delhi’s Chandni Chowk and Pune’s FC College Road, with further expansion in Agra and Guwahati, building on the success of earlier editions in these cities. This strategic rollout reinforces PepsiCo India’s commitment to fostering cleaner, more sustainable urban environments.

Guided by its Partnership of Progress philosophy, Tidy Trails brings together local administrations, market associations, shopkeepers, and consumers to drive meaningful behaviour change around plastic waste segregation and recycling—creating a collaborative model for circularity at the community level.

As part of the initiative, a special mobile van will be deployed to collect post-consumer plastic waste from local establishments. The effort aims to encourage citizens to maintain cleaner surroundings and foster a culture of tidiness—setting positive examples and inspiring other communities to adopt responsible waste practices.

At the heart of the Tidy Trails initiative is a powerful idea: transforming plastic waste into purpose. Collected plastic is repurposed into functional items such as benches and chairs, which are installed in public spaces like parks, community centres, and marketplaces. These installations not only enhance the utility and aesthetics of these areas but also serve as daily reminders of the value of sustainable living.

Through on-ground campaigns, informative signage, and interactive community engagement, Tidy Trails is driving visible and lasting behavioral change—ensuring that plastic waste is not discarded, but reimagined into something meaningful for the community.

Speaking on the expansion, Ms. Yashika Singh, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer and Sustainability Head, PepsiCo India and South Asia, said, “On World Environment Day, the launch of Tidy Trails in Delhi and Pune, along with its expansion in Agra and Guwahati, underscores our commitment to scaling sustainable, community-led solutions for post-consumer plastic waste management. Guided by our Partnership of Progress philosophy, we believe meaningful change is only possible through collective action. The success of Tidy Trails in Agra and Guwahati—driven by strong community engagement and support from local administrations—has laid a solid foundation for this next phase. We’re proud to collaborate with partners like The Social Lab and local municipalities to deliver real, on-ground impact.”

Mr. Sahil Arora, Chief Executive Officer, The Social Lab (TSL), said, “We are proud to partner with PepsiCo India for this noble initiative. At TSL, we are committed to protecting the environment and supporting circular economy efforts through programs like Tidy Trails. Plastic waste is one of the biggest environmental challenges today, but when reused and recycled, it can offer valuable solutions. Through this initiative, we aim to bring together communities, businesses, and policymakers to encourage the responsible use, recycling, and reuse of plastic.”

Since its inception, the Tidy Trails initiative has collected over 68,000 kg of plastic waste, driven by active participation from local shopkeepers and communities. The program currently facilitates the daily collection of approximately 274 kg in Agra and 386 kg in Guwahati—demonstrating consistent, grassroots-level impact.

With a reach of over 1.9 lakh people, the initiative continues to drive behavioral change around responsible plastic waste management through sustained community engagement and awareness efforts.

As Tidy Trails expands its footprint, it stands as a compelling example of how collective action—across local communities, municipal bodies, and socially responsible businesses—can accelerate the transition toward a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.

By – Mr. Venkatram Mamillapalle, Country CEO & Managing Director, Renault India 

“The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to reduce the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5%, marking a cumulative 100 bps cut in recent months (25bps cut in Feb 2025, followed by 25bps in April 2025 and 50 bps in June ), is a welcome and timely move.

Combined with a significant 100 bps reduction in the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR), which releases ₹2.5 lakh crore into the banking system, this policy is expected to strengthen liquidity and accelerate the transmission of lower interest rates to consumers, which will spur demand in the economy. For the automotive sector, this translates directly into improved access to affordable vehicle financing, especially in the entry and mid-level segments.

The reduction in CPI inflation forecast to 3.7% for FY26 will likely increase real disposable income, supporting consumer sentiment. With private consumption already on a healthy trajectory and the festive season on the horizon, we expect this policy environment to drive demand further. Moreover, robust gross FDI despite global headwinds reaffirms India’s attractiveness as a long-term investment destination.

The RBI’s proactive measures are poised to spur automotive retail, enhance customer affordability, and strengthen the economic cycle. We are optimistic that FY2025-26 will see an upward growth trajectory for the auto industry, powered by favorable macroeconomic indicators, strong fundamentals, and evolving consumer confidence.”

6^th June 2025, Thursday: Marriott India proudly achieved its ambitious goal for World Environment Day 2025, a commitment to plant 100,000 trees across its extensive portfolio of over 150 hotels nationwide. This significant undertaking marked a powerful escalation of Marriott India’s dedication to sustainability and ecological restoration, building upon the success of its previous environmental initiatives.

This landmark endeavor was built upon the successful foundation of last year’s “Two Trees per Room” initiative, launched on World Environment Day 2024. That program, a cornerstone of Marriott India’s environmental stewardship, saw over 32,600 trees planted by more than 4,900 volunteers. This year, Marriott India exponentially scaled its impact, with over 15,000 volunteers planting 100,000 trees. This monumental achievement reinforced its commitment to tangible environmental action and a healthier planet.

To achieve this ambitious goal, each Marriott India property actively participated in localized tree-planting initiatives. This collective effort, in collaboration with reputable reforestation organizations, was designed to dramatically expand our collective green footprint. Trees were strategically planted in areas optimized for ecosystem restoration, biodiversity enhancement, and climate change mitigation, while also providing vital support to local communities.

“Marriott India is incredibly proud to have successfully achieved our goal of planting 100,000 trees, a testament to our profound dedication to environmental responsibility,” said Sanjay Gupta – Chairman of the Marriott India Business Council. “This ambitious goal truly underscores our belief that sustainability is not just a passing trend, but a fundamental pillar of responsible hospitality. We are committed to making a lasting, positive impact on our environment for generations to come.”

JW Marriott Kolkata participated enthusiastically in this initiative, planting 25 saplings on World Environment Day in the presence of Arun Kumar – Market Vice President, North India, Bhutan & Nepal, along with the hotel’s leadership and volunteers. As part of their year-long pledge, the hotel will plant a total of 1,124 trees, aligning with the commitment of four trees per room. This ongoing effort highlights the property’s long-term vision of nurturing green spaces and leading by example in the heart of the city.

Marriott India’s dedication extends beyond this signature initiative. We continue to implement a wide array of innovative practices aimed at minimizing our ecological impact, including energy-efficient operations, robust waste reduction programs, and responsible sourcing. By leading through example, Marriott India is committed to setting new benchmarks for sustainable hospitality within the industry.

Hafele’s Loox Range has been meeting the demands for lighting in furniture as well as the growing needs for networking and digitalization since the last 10 years. The solutions offered within this range maximize simplicity and flexibility as well as assure high reliability. The range presents itself as a unique combination of elegant design and state-of-the-art technology making it the perfect choice for any home furniture application, be it Task Lighting for Kitchen cabinets and plinths, Decorative Lighting for Living Room Showcases, Mood Lighting for Bedroom Applications or pure Functional Lighting in Wardrobes.

With the ever-increasing demands for quality and specialized lighting solutions not just for furniture but also for rooms, Hafele in 2019 expanded its range offering to include ceiling cove lighting which incorporates our high-quality strip lights. It was during this period that we realized that among the numerous ceiling light types available in the market, interior architectural lighting had a huge demand, however there weren’t many prominent brands that offered these solutions. On one side, there existed local market players that offered these solutions without effective quality assurances, while on the other there were international brands that only catered to projects with no stable price offering or service support. This left majority of the customers without a viable choice in the market. Identifying this distinct gap early on as an opportunity, Hafele initiated the research and engineering for a range of lights that enhances the design of architectural spaces as well as provides opportunities of achieving different illumination techniques and functionalities. As a brand, Hafele understands design and is known for its bend towards innovation.

It also understands the importance of home ergonomics, lifestyle conveniences and ease of mobility within your surroundings. Our efforts towards this exercise led to the development of a versatile range of architectural lights; Hafele Architectural Lights was brought into existence. With Hafele’s New Architectural Lights Range, you will find all your lighting needs taken care of. Whether it is lighting up a small area, highlighting a wall texture, emphasizing a work of art, illuminating the floor space at night or simply ensuring even distribution of light across the entire space – these lights have got you covered. The range, consisting of 9 series, covers various applications, installation techniques and design themes. Each series comes with a comprehensive offering of the different types of interior lights, be it down lights, spotlight or wall washers, which allows you to implement a consistent design theme (in terms of the lighting fixtures) across the space available, even with differentiated illumination techniques. The biggest advantage this range carries is the absolutely low Unified Glare Rating (UGR). The lower the UGR rating, the lower the glare from the light fittings which therefore results in comfortable illumination in your living spaces. The convenient plug and play assembly, impressive product specifications, flexibility in ordering components, luminaire finishes, and availability of glare reduction accessories provide an overall customized option tailored to your specific requirements. Engineered on the same philosophy of ‘easiness’ and ‘flexibility’ as the Loox furniture lighting system, Hafele can now be your holistic lighting solutions provider, delivering premium ambient, task and accent lighting for your living spaces.

The Stanford Series                                                                                    

Designed on the concept of modularization, Hafele’s Stanford series offers you customization options like never before. The ordering process involves selecting the type of Light Engine, Baffle and Mounting Bracket, enabling the series to offer 42 different luminaire combinations. Selections in terms of wattage, beam angle, tilt angle and shape give you unmatched possibilities in ensuring a unified look for your interiors. The 7 trendy baffle colour options provide creative flexibility for incorporating elegant pops of colours that effortlessly highlight your ceiling or provide a seamless look that immaculately blends with your interior design. Enhancing this experience is the addition of Multiwhite Light Engine to the series which offers unmatched flexibility in tuning the colour temperature to suit your needs.

The luminaries from the Stanford Series are suitable for use as spotlights and down lights. They have a low UGR (Unified Glare Rating) which enhances the visual clarity and provides comfortable aesthetics in the living spaces. With easy installation and wide customization options, the Stanford series is your ideal solution for contemporary aesthetics.

“Hydration and rejuvenation are the foundation of youthful and glowy skin—especially during harsh summers and humidity-filled monsoons,” says Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Founder of Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic. “With the Hydra Pro Plus Kit, we’re delivering modern skin science backed by aromatherapy to provide deep, lasting hydration. The Mocha Facial Kit is our love letter to those who want kind skincare with results; they both represent our commitment to clean beauty and seasonal wellness.”