26 March 2026 – News Deck

India’s Virtual Digital Assets: Strong Uptake, Weak Policy Architecture

26 March 202626 March 2026 Vijay Raman

India’s relationship with virtual digital assets (VDAs) presents a clear paradox. On one hand, the country continues to lead globally in grassroots crypto adoption. For the third consecutive year, India secured the top position in the Geography of Cryptocurrency rankings published by Chainalysis. This widely cited industry assessment has influenced policy discussions across countries and has also been referenced by global standard-setting institutions. At the same time, multiple studies on Web3 and public blockchain adoption echo similar findings, consistently identifying India as one of the most dynamic digital asset ecosystems…

CARE Hospitals Becomes India’s Leading Healthcare YouTube Channel, Crosses 1.2 Million Subscribers

26 March 202626 March 2026 Vijay Raman

Milestone reflects growing trust in credible health information and patient education CARE Hospitals has achieved a landmark digital milestone by surpassing 1.2 million subscribers on its official YouTube channel, emerging as India’s leading healthcare YouTube channel. This achievement underscores the increasing trust placed by audiences in CARE Hospitals for authentic health information, expert medical insights, and patient-centric communication. The channel has consistently delivered evidence-based content, helping patients and families make more informed healthcare decisions. At a time when digital platforms are increasingly influencing healthcare choices, and misinformation…

Wonderchef Launches Its 34th Exclusive Brand Outlet in Kozhikode on International Women’s Day

26 March 202626 March 2026 Vijay Raman

Brand Marks it’s First Store in Kerala, on Track to Double EBO Count to 50 by End of 2027 Wonderchef, a premium cookware and kitchen appliance today announced the launch of its 34th Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO) in Kozhikode, Kerala. The new store marks the brand's continued push into key regional markets, with Kerala emerging as a significant demand centre for its range of innovative and healthy cooking products. The launch, held on the occasion of International Women's Day, reflects Wonderchef's belief that cooking is for everyone, a celebration of togetherness in the kitchen,…

TFCI gets rating boost on long term loans

26 March 202626 March 2026 Vijay Raman

Infomerics upgrades TFCI long term bank loan rating to AA – (Stable) The Tourism Finance Corporation of India Limited (TFCI) has secured a significant ratings upgrade, with Informerics Valuation and Rating Limited raising its long-term bank loan and NCDs rating to AA- (Stable), reflecting improved credit strength and financial stability. Infomerics has upgraded the rating for the fund-based long-term bank facility of ₹300 crore to IVR AA- (Stable) from IVR A+ (Stable). The rating agency has further assigned an IVR AA- (Stable) rating to non-convertible debentures worth ₹175 crore, while…

India Post Partners TRIFED to Expand Market for Tribal Products

26 March 202626 March 2026 Vijay Raman

The Department of Posts and the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) signed an MoU to create a dedicated logistics system for tribal products sold online . This partnership aims to connect tribal artisans and entrepreneurs with wider markets across the country. Under this agreement, India Post will manage end-to-end logistics for all orders placed through TRIFED’s e-commerce platforms, including the Tribes India marketplace . The collaboration leverages India Post’s vast network of over 1.5 lakh post offices, more than 90% of which are in rural and…