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‘Nothing’ opens first India flagship store in Bengaluru, signals long-term bet on market

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Nothing opens first India flagship store in Bengaluru, signals long-term bet on market

Bengaluru, February 14, 2026: London-based consumer technology brand Nothing on Friday opened its first flagship store in India, choosing Bengaluru as the launchpad for its physical retail journey in the country. The store was inaugurated by CEO Carl Pei along with co-founder and India President Akis Evangelidis, underlining the company’s growing focus on the Indian market.

Spread across 5,032 sq ft, the new flagship brings together the full range of Nothing and CMF products, along with official merchandise such as apparel. More than a retail outlet, the space is positioned as a community hub designed to encourage hands-on exploration, interaction and storytelling around the brand.

The store’s design reflects Nothing’s unconventional philosophy, drawing inspiration from the retro-futuristic assembly lines of the 1970s. With exposed concrete, aluminium, steel and glass, the space embraces raw materials and visible structures, reinforcing the brand’s emphasis on transparency—both in design and intent.

“This flagship is a major milestone for us in India,” said Evangelidis. “We didn’t want to create a traditional retail store. Our aim was to build a space where people can experience our products, understand our design thinking, and form a deeper connection with the brand. Indian consumers value physical interaction and design-led innovation, and this store allows us to engage with them more meaningfully.”

Beyond product displays, the store features several experience-led elements, including a creator studio for content shoots, location-exclusive customised products, interactive installations such as vending machines and claw games, and conveyor-belt style product showcases. A dedicated community area for events and casual meet-ups, along with complimentary refreshments, adds to the immersive experience.

Located on 100 Feet Road in Indiranagar, the Bengaluru store is part of Nothing’s expanding global retail presence, following its London outlet in Soho and ahead of planned launches in New York and Tokyo. The store will be open daily from 11 am to 9 pm.
The launch comes at a time when Nothing has been gaining strong traction in India. According to Counterpoint Research, the brand has emerged as the fastest-growing smartphone company in the country in seven of the last eight quarters, driven by its community-led approach, distinctive design language and focus on long-term brand building.

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Indian deep-tech firm CynLr cracks real-time learning for industrial robots

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CynLr unveils Object Intelligence platform to help robots learn like humans

Bengaluru: In a significant stride for India’s deep-tech ecosystem, Bengaluru-based robotics start-up CynLr on Thursday unveiled its Object Intelligence (OI) Platform, a system designed to help robots learn and adapt to unfamiliar objects in real time – much like a human baby.

Developed over five years of research and development, the platform enables robots to handle previously unseen objects within 10 to 15 seconds, a sharp departure from conventional physical AI systems that often require months of data training and controlled environments. The company claims this is India’s first commercially ready Object Intelligence platform.

At the core of the system is CLX, an OI-enabled vision module that analyses an unknown object’s geometry, texture, reflectance and grasp points instantly. Instead of relying on pre-programmed routines, the robot experiments, recalibrates and improves with each attempt. This allows it to manage complex items such as transparent bottles, reflective metallic parts and irregular components — long-standing challenges in robotics.

CynLr’s robots – CyRo and CyNoid – are already being evaluated by global luxury automotive and semiconductor automation companies for assembly-line and fab-lab applications. An open hardware platform, Mantroid, is also in the pipeline, allowing manufacturers to customise robotic form factors to suit specific industrial needs.

Founder Gokul NA said the next era of robotics would move beyond repetition towards cognition and adaptability, paving the way for a “Universal Factory” – a software-defined manufacturing floor capable of switching between products without retooling.
With research collaborations including IISc and new entities in Switzerland and the US, CynLr is now preparing for its next funding round, targeting scaled production of one robot per day by 2028.

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White Lotus Expands Luxury Portfolio with Amanvana in North Bengaluru

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White Lotus Launches Amanvana, a Low-Density Luxury Villa Community in North Bengaluru

Bengaluru, February 4, 2026: White Lotus Group has announced the launch of Amanvana – Home of Sanctuaries, a 14-acre, design-led residential enclave in North Bengaluru, with villas priced from ₹6.5 crore onwards. The project has received a strong early response, reflecting sustained demand among Bengaluru’s affluent homebuyers for thoughtfully crafted, low-density living.

Interest has been particularly high among CXOs, founders, senior technology professionals, strategists and partners at global firms, including alumni of IITs and IIMs. Buyers largely fall within the 35–55 age bracket and are financially independent end-users seeking a long-term primary residence. The community has also attracted HNIs and NRIs who view Bengaluru as a permanent base.

Amanvana comprises 95 spacious four-bedroom villas, each measuring approximately 3,800 to 4,000 sq. ft., planned at a low density of just seven homes per acre. Over 70 per cent of the site is reserved for open and green spaces, including landscaped gardens, water courts and a continuous green spine designed to enhance everyday interaction with nature.

The development introduces two villa typologies—Vaayu, featuring expansive decks and terraces, and Bhoomi, offering open-to-sky greens and private garden pockets. Each home delivers around 80 per cent carpet efficiency, is fully vaastu-compliant, and allows for customisation in layout and finishes.

Designed with a focus on sustainability, Amanvana is envisioned as a net-zero water community, integrating rainwater harvesting, wastewater recycling and native landscaping. A central community hub houses wellness, fitness, co-working and social spaces, including an amphitheatre, swimming pool, children’s play areas and multipurpose lounges.

Located off IVC Road near Chapparakallu Road, the project offers seamless access to the airport, STRR, upcoming Metro lines, reputed schools, hospitals and key lifestyle destinations, placing it firmly within North Bengaluru’s rapidly evolving growth corridor.

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‘Z’ Launches ‘Dilfluencer Moments’, a New Media Format to Build Brand Love at Scale

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Bengaluru, India: ‘Z’, India’s leading content and technology powerhouse, has announced the launch of ‘Dilfluencer Moments’, a new omnichannel media format designed to help brands cut through advertising clutter and build stronger emotional connections with audiences across screens.

The launch comes at a time when media access has become largely democratized, allowing brands of all sizes to buy advertising inventory with ease. However, this has also led to an overload of messages, making it increasingly difficult for advertisers to stand out and create lasting impact. As attention spans shrink, marketers are now seeking ways to move beyond visibility and build genuine brand affinity.

‘Dilfluencer Moments’ addresses this challenge through character-led, moment-driven storytelling that embeds brands organically within culturally relevant narratives. Instead of interrupting audiences with traditional advertising, the format integrates brands into stories powered by ‘Z’s trusted television characters — familiar faces that already enjoy strong emotional equity in Indian households.

The format follows a television-first approach, with moments originating on TV, where consumer trust remains highest, and then extending seamlessly across digital, social, and creator platforms. This ensures consistent storytelling while enabling organic virality and scalable reach.

The initiative debuted with the ‘TumHoLovely’ campaign launched on National Girl Child Day, featuring the message: “Jab life ko leti ho lightly, toh lagti ho aur bhi lovely.” Character-driven storytelling across ‘Z’s Hindi and Marathi shows sparked widespread digital engagement, supported by a brand film featuring actor Sanya Malhotra.

The campaign delivered over 25 million impressions across television, ZEE5, and digital platforms, generated 2.5 million engagements, and triggered more than 1,000 consumer conversations. The moment travelled organically from television to social media, WhatsApp forwards, and offline discussions within 24 hours.

Commenting on the launch, Laxmi Shetty, Head – Advertisement Revenue, Broadcast & Digital, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., said that consumers are increasingly turning away from interruption-led advertising. “Dilfluencer Moments enables brands to connect through culturally earned storytelling, transforming attention into meaningful brand love at scale,” she said.

Kartik Mahadev, Chief Marketing Officer, Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd., added that while access to media is no longer a differentiator, affinity is. “Moments have the power to travel across platforms organically, and Dilfluencer Moments allows brands to participate meaningfully in stories audiences already care about,” he said.

With its focus on authenticity, scale, and cross-platform storytelling, ‘Dilfluencer Moments’ marks a shift in how brands engage with Indian audiences in a crowded media environment.

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OPPO Reno15 Series Blends AI, Style and Power for Young Creators

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OPPO Reno15 Series Redefines Travel Photography with AI, Design and Power

January 2026: OPPO India has unveiled its premium Reno15 Series, positioning it squarely at young travellers, creators and photography enthusiasts. The new lineup includes the Reno15 Pro, Reno15 Pro Mini and Reno15, alongside the expanded ecosystem with OPPO Pad 5 and OPPO Enco Buds3 Pro+.

At the heart of the Reno15 Pro and Pro Mini is a powerful 200MP ultra-clear main camera, paired with a 50MP 3.5× telephoto portrait lens and a 50MP ultra-wide camera. Supported by OPPO’s PureTone Imaging Technology and advanced AI tools, the series promises natural colours, rich detail and flexibility to crop or reframe images without loss of clarity. A 50MP ultra-wide selfie camera further enhances group selfies and travel vlogs.

Making its debut is OPPO’s industry-first HoloFusion Technology, delivering a layered, three-dimensional glass finish with fluid light reflections. The new Dynamic Stellar Ring camera design adds a premium halo effect, while colour options draw inspiration from sunsets, glaciers, auroras and natural textures.

The Reno15 Pro Mini marks OPPO’s first “Pro Mini” device, combining flagship performance with a compact 6.32-inch AMOLED display. Despite its smaller footprint, it offers high-end cameras, a slim profile and a lightweight build. The Pro model features a larger 6.78-inch AMOLED display with ultra-thin bezels, while all variants support up to 120Hz refresh rates and high outdoor brightness.

Built for real-world use, the Reno15 Series comes with an All-Round Armour Body, aerospace-grade aluminium frame and IP66, IP68 and IP69 ratings for dust and water resistance. Under the hood, the Pro models run on the MediaTek Dimensity 8450, while the Reno15 uses Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, delivering smooth gaming, AI performance and efficient power usage.

Fueling long days is a massive battery lineup, led by a 6500mAh battery with 80W SUPERVOOC™ fast charging and wireless charging on the Pro. Running on ColorOS 16 with deep Google Gemini integration, the Reno15 Series blends intelligent AI with seamless everyday usability—making it OPPO’s most travel-ready Reno yet.

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