MyAssetPoint Launches Cross-Border Real Estate Collaboration Platform in India and UAE

MyAssetPoint Launches Cross-Border Real Estate Collaboration Platform in India and UAE

New Delhi, India, July 28: Real estate technology company MyAssetPoint has announced the launch of its agent collaboration platform in India and the United Arab Emirates, introducing a network designed to enable real estate professionals to collaborate on property transactions across multiple markets through a commission-sharing model at https://myassetpoint.com/r/pp6hvhhs.

The platform seeks to address one of the industry’s longstanding challenges—limited collaboration between independent brokers operating in different cities and countries. Instead of working independently, registered agents can share property listings, exchange buyer leads and participate in transactions together while the listing agent manages site visits, negotiations and documentation.

Talking about the launch, company spokesperson said, “Real estate remains a highly fragmented industry where professionals often work within limited geographical boundaries. Our objective is to create a collaborative ecosystem where agents can access opportunities beyond their local markets while maintaining transparency in lead management and commission sharing.”

According to the company, every registered agent receives a dedicated personal website connected to the platform’s inventory, allowing properties listed by participating agents to be showcased across the network. The company says this approach is intended to increase property visibility and expand business opportunities without requiring agents to establish offices in multiple locations.

The platform is currently operational in India and the UAE. MyAssetPoint plans to expand its network to seven to eight additional international markets over the next three to four months as part of its global growth strategy.

The company believes the model could particularly benefit independent brokers and small agencies by providing access to a wider inventory of properties and potential buyers without requiring significant investment in technology or physical expansion.

Industry observers note that technology-driven collaboration platforms are increasingly gaining attention as real estate markets become more interconnected and cross-border property transactions continue to grow.

As part of its launch offer, MyAssetPoint is providing free onboarding for a limited period and a complimentary personal website to all new agents joining the platform. While the free onboarding offer is available only for a limited time, the personal website will continue to be provided to every new agent.

Pine Labs Sees Q1 Profit Slump, Continues Focus on Growth Plans

New Delhi, July 28: Digital payments and fintech company Pine Labs reported a 67% sequential decline in its first-quarter net profit, reflecting pressure on earnings during the period.

The company’s financial performance was impacted by various business factors, even as it continued to expand its merchant payments ecosystem and strengthen its digital solutions portfolio.

Pine Labs has been focusing on improving operational efficiency, enhancing technology capabilities, and expanding its range of payment and financial services to support future growth.

The fintech firm continues to operate in a rapidly evolving digital payments market, where increasing competition and changing customer expectations are shaping business strategies.

The company said its long-term focus remains on innovation, scaling its platform, and creating sustainable growth opportunities across the markets it serves.

The Estée Lauder Companies Celebrates Five Years of BEAUTY&YOU India: Expanding Opportunity, Accelerating Innovation, and Shaping the Future of Beauty

July 28 – The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) (ELC) today announced the launch of the fifth edition of BEAUTY&YOU India, the country’s leading beauty entrepreneurship program to discover and support the next generation of Indian beauty entrepreneurs with funding, mentorship, and industry access.

Since its launch in 2022, BEAUTY&YOU India has become a powerful catalyst for culturally rooted innovation and a launchpad for visionary entrepreneurs, helping shape the future of beauty in one of the world’s most dynamic markets.

BEAUTY&YOU India marks its fifth year amid a broader period of investment for The Estée Lauder Companies in India, including the recent agreement to acquire Forest Essentials, India’s first luxury Ayurveda beauty brand, bringing timeless wisdom, exquisite craftsmanship, everyday rituals grounded in the science of modern Luxurious Ayurveda. As the initiative enters its next chapter, BEAUTY&YOU India is evolving into a strategic investment platform that identifies, supports, and invests in India’s next generation of beauty brands, technologies, ingredient innovation, and entrepreneurial talent. 

The 2026 edition champions the boldest ideas in beauty for Indian consumers, including a new Design category for designers, visual artists, and creative talent reimagining how beauty comes to life through packaging, retail, and experiences. The program also expands the Breakthrough category through a new

partnership with The Estée Lauder Companies’ Fragrance Atelier in Paris, the company’s global innovation hub dedicated to fragrance expertise, advanced technologies, and cutting-edge capabilities. The award recognizes India’s long legacy of fragrance craftsmanship and connects Indian innovators with The Estée Lauder Companies’ fragrance expertise and ecosystem.

Five Years of Momentum: Advancing Innovation & Entrepreneurship in India

Nykaa, India’s leading beauty and lifestyle retailer, returns as launch partner, reinforcing its commitment to building the future of Indian beauty through discovery, mentorship, and distribution at scale. As one of India’s most successful homegrown beauty companies and a pioneer in shaping the country’s modern beauty landscape, Nykaa brings unparalleled market expertise, entrepreneurial insight, and consumer understanding to the program.

The program also continues its collaboration with Startup India, DPIIT, a flagship initiative launched by the Government of India, deepening a shared commitment to advancing Indian entrepreneurship and accelerating opportunities for women founders through the return of the Visionary Women’s Award. Building on the momentum and impact generated by BEAUTY&YOU India since its launch, the collaboration affirms the program’s reach and its ability to support entrepreneurs across the country.

Shaping the Future of India’s Beauty Ecosystem

Nadine Graf, President, Europe, UK & Ireland, and Emerging Markets, The Estée Lauder Companies, said: “India is one of the world’s most dynamic beauty markets and an increasingly important source of innovation for the global beauty industry. BEAUTY&YOU India celebrates the unique combination of cultural heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, entrepreneurial talent, and breakthrough innovation that makes India’s beauty ecosystem so distinctive. As we mark the program’s fifth year, we are proud to help accelerate the vision of entrepreneurs whose ideas are redefining beauty in India and increasingly influencing the future of beauty around the world.”

Anchit Nayar, Executive Director and CEO, Nykaa Beauty, said: “For more than a decade, Nykaa and The Estée Lauder Companies have shared a common ambition to contribute to the long-term growth of India’s beauty industry. BEAUTY&YOU India is a natural extension of that partnership, bringing together our complementary strengths to create meaningful opportunities for entrepreneurs. As we celebrate the program’s fifth year, we’re proud of what it has helped unlock and look forward to continuing to support founders who are shaping the next chapter of Indian beauty.”

Shri Ateesh Kumar Singh, Additional Secretary, DPIIT, said: “Over the past five years, BEAUTY&YOU India has helped spotlight a new generation of entrepreneurs contributing to India’s growing beauty and innovation ecosystem. Through Startup India’s continued collaboration with The Estée Lauder Companies, we are proud to support founders as they transform ideas into impactful businesses. The program reflects the important role that industry and government can play together in creating opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship to thrive.”

Fueling the Next Wave: Awards s Opportunities

Winners will receive financial support from a prize pool of up to $500,000 USD, awarded across five categories that recognize the full spectrum of beauty innovation:

·        GROW: Best in-market beauty brand

·        IMAGINE: Best pre-launch beauty concept

·        BREAKTHROUGH: Best innovation in fragrance

·        DESIGN: Best creative concept for an ELC brand collaboration

·        VISIONARY WOMEN’S AWARD: Presented with Startup India, DPIIT, recognizing outstanding women entrepreneurs driving innovation and impact in beauty.

Beyond funding, winners gain access to a powerful ecosystem designed to accelerate growth, including:

·        Mentorship with leaders from The Estée Lauder Companies and Nykaa

·        Distribution support through Nykaa’s retail network

·        Strategic opportunities and access through Startup India, DPIIT

·        Breakthrough and Design winners will have the opportunity to bring their concept to life through a commercial pilot or collaboration with The Estée Lauder Companies

Finalists will be announced in September and invited to present their ideas in person to a panel of industry leaders in Mumbai in October. The jury will include experts and global leaders from across The Estée Lauder Companies, Nykaa, and the wider beauty industry. 

India is not only one of the fastest-growing beauty markets in the world, but it is also increasingly shaping the future of global beauty innovation. Through BEAUTY&YOU India, The Estée Lauder Companies, alongside partners Nykaa and Startup India, DPIIT, continues to champion the founders driving this transformation. The program builds on more than two decades of The Estée Lauder Companies’ presence in India and its ongoing commitment to the country’s prestige beauty landscape, with 14 of its brands across Skin Care, Makeup, Fragrance, and Hair Care serving consumers nationwide.

India’s Export Growth Gains Momentum as FTAs Open New Global Markets

New Delhi, July 28: India’s trade performance recorded strong growth in FY26, with Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) helping exporters access new international markets and expand business opportunities.

The government said improved market access through trade partnerships has supported Indian industries and strengthened the country’s position in global commerce.

FTAs have enabled exporters to explore new destinations, enhance competitiveness, and increase participation in international supply chains.

Officials said continued focus on trade expansion, manufacturing growth, and global partnerships will help further boost India’s export potential.

The government is working to create a more favourable environment for exporters and strengthen India’s role in global trade.

GIFT ifi Organizes GIFT City’s First Training & Placement Officers Meet, Brings Together Gujarat’s Leading Placement Leaders

Gandhinagar, Gujarat  July 28: GIFT International FinTech Institute (GIFT ifi) today organized the first-ever Training & Placement Officers (TPO) Meet at GIFT City, bringing together
senior placement heads from leading higher educational institutions across Gujarat to strengthen industry-academia collaboration and deliberate on the future of student employability.

The day-long programme featured discussion on the evolving role of placement offices, emerging challenges in higher education, and the growing role of technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing career services, student engagement, and placement operations.

The programme also provided participants with insights into the opportunities emerging within the GIFT City ecosystem and explored how academic institutions can better prepare students for careers in financial services, fintech, and other rapidly evolving sectors.

“In the era of AI, the expectations from industries are changing rapidly, and institutions must continuously adapt to prepare students for an increasingly technology-driven and interdisciplinary world. Training and Placement Officers have become strategic enablers in this transformation by connecting academic learning with evolving industry needs. Initiatives like the GIFT ifi – TPO Meet enable institutions to collaborate, exchange best practices, and collectively strengthen student employability while creating greater awareness about the emerging opportunities offered by GIFT City and the financial services ecosystem,” remarked, Prof Rajat Moona, Director, IIT Gandhinagar and governing board member, GIFT ifi, while speaking on the changing landscape of higher education and student employability during his keynote speech. Emphasising the critical role of Training and Placement Officers in shaping the students career outcomes, Dr Puneet Gupta, President, GIFT ifi, stated, “Training and Placement Officers have a deep and direct influence on the career journeys of students. As the nature of work and the skills required by employers continue to evolve, placement offices must also continuously adapt. The TPO meet created a platform where TPOs shared their experiences, discussed common challenges, and explored new approaches to placement operations.”

The conclave brought together 34 Training and Placement Officers from leading higher educational institutions across Gujarat.

Training and Placement Officers play a pivotal role in bridging academia and industry by facilitating campus recruitment, supporting career planning, and helping students develop industry-relevant skills. The conclave served as a forum for the placement professionals to exchange ideas, discuss emerging challenges and explore collaborative approaches to enhance student’s employability.

The programme also featured an interactive brainstorming session on Training & Placement Operations Excellence, where participants shared best practices, and explored strategies to strengthen placement functions across higher education institutions.

A dedicated session on Artificial Intelligence in Modern Placement Offices explored how AI can support student engagement, career guidance, employer outreach, data-driven decision-making, and operational efficiency in placement offices.

Participants also gained insights into GIFT City’s integrated financial ecosystem and the opportunities emerging across financial services, fintech, and innovation. A guided experience tour of GIFT City provided a first-hand view of its world-class infrastructure and unique business ecosystem.

The event also facilitated discussions on potential collaborations between GIFT ifi and participating institutions in areas including fintech education, student upskilling, industry readiness, academic engagement, and career development.

This initiative aligns with GIFT ifi’s vision of fostering education, research, innovation, and talent development in financial services and fintech. The Institute aims to leverage the unique ecosystem of GIFT City to strengthen collaboration with higher education institutions and enhance awareness of emerging opportunities across finance, technology, and innovation.

The first-ever TPO Meet marks the beginning of a long-term engagement between GIFT ifi and higher education institutions to build stronger industry-academia partnerships, enhance student employability, and develop a future-ready talent pool for India’s rapidly evolving financial services and technology sectors.

VST Tillers Tractors Takes Innovation Forward with Groundbreaking of Global Tech Center in Hosur

VST Tillers Tractors Ltd. commences journey into the future with groundbreaking ceremony for setting up Global Tech Center (GTC) with an initial investment of ₹100 Cr.+ in Hosur

New state of the art R&D facility to accelerate innovation, development of new technologies & products in farm mechanization space while establishing strong capabilities in design, calibration, simulation analysis, lab and field testing for the new generation of farm mechanization equipment powered by both ICE and EV technologies. 

Hosur, July 28: VST Tillers Tractors Ltd. (VTTL), one of India’s leading farm equipment manufacturers, today conducted the Bhoomi pooja and groundbreaking ceremony for its new Global Tech Centre in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. Being established with an investment of ₹100 crore, the state-of-the-art facility will significantly strengthen the company’s research and development capabilities and serve as its primary global hub for advanced engineering and innovation.

The new Global Tech Centre has been envisioned to accelerate the development of next-generation technologies, with a strong focus on tractors, tillers, farm mechanization equipment,  intelligent farm machinery for sustainable agricultural solutions using both ICE and EV drive trains. The facility will play a pivotal role in fast-tracking innovation, developing proprietary technologies, enhancing testing and validation capabilities, and fostering collaborations with global technology partners and research institutions.

The Global Tech Centre will also significantly enhance VST’s product development ecosystem by strengthening testing infrastructure, accelerate the development and address customer requirements across different continents. The investment underscores VST’s long-term commitment to delivering innovative, efficient and sustainable mechanization solutions for Indian and global agriculture.

Speaking on the occasion, V. T. Ravindra Managing Director of the Company, VST Tillers Tractors Ltd., said, “The foundation of our Global Tech Centre marks a significant milestone in VST’s journey of innovation and technology leadership. As agriculture rapidly embraces electrification, automation and digital technologies, this facility will become the cornerstone of our future R&D initiatives. It will enable us to accelerate innovation, develop proprietary technologies and create world-class products that empower farmers with smarter, more sustainable mechanization solutions.”

He further added, “The new centre will substantially strengthen our engineering, testing and validation capabilities while fostering collaborations with leading global technology partners and research institutions. By investing in advanced R&D infrastructure today, we are preparing VST to lead the next generation of farm machinery  and deliver products that meet the evolving needs of customers across domestic and international markets.”

The establishment of the Global Tech Centre reflects VST’s strategic vision of building indigenous technology capabilities while driving sustainable innovation in farm mechanization. With this forward-looking investment, the company reinforces its commitment to engineering excellence, product innovation and industry leadership in the rapidly evolving landscape of smart and sustainable agriculture.

India’s Industrial Output Grows 7.3 pc in June, Manufacturing Drives Expansion

New Delhi, July 28: India’s industrial sector recorded strong growth in June, with overall output rising 7.3%, supported by better performance in manufacturing, electricity, and gas sectors.

The growth reflects continued momentum in industrial activity and highlights the resilience of India’s economy amid changing global conditions.

The manufacturing sector remained a key contributor to the rise, while increased electricity and gas production further supported overall industrial expansion.

Experts said the improvement in industrial output indicates stronger production activity and growing confidence across key sectors.

The latest performance is expected to support economic growth, create employment opportunities, and strengthen India’s manufacturing capabilities.

The government’s continued focus on infrastructure development, industrial expansion, and investment promotion is helping drive growth across the country’s industrial landscape.