Next wave of growth will come from smaller towns, say India Inc entrepreneursIndia's startup ecosystem is shifting focus to smaller towns and cities. Rising digital access and consumer demand in these areas are drivi...
07 Nov, 2025, 06.17 PM IST
Retinal disorders a public health crisis, need immediate prioritisation, say expertsMission Vision, a public health initiative, has been launched in India to combat the escalating crisis of vision loss due to Diabetic Retin...
11 Aug, 2025, 11.59 AM IST
Now you don’t need reading glasses, new FDA-approved eye drops can sharpen near visionThe US Food and Drug Administration has approved Vizz eye drops. These drops improve near vision for adults over 40. Lenz Therapeutics deve...
09 Aug, 2025, 11.19 AM IST
Working too hard might be hurting you: Scientists reveal the unexpected break-time secret to peak performanceExperts warn that screen exposure and poor work-rest cycles can drain your efficiency. While many rely on night mode or power through long ...
06 Jun, 2025, 09.48 PM IST
Invisible parasites roam on your face every night while sleeping. Could they be causing skin problems?Every night while you sleep, microscopic eight-legged parasites called Demodex mites emerge from your pores and crawl on your face. Nearly ...
01 Jun, 2025, 07.03 PM IST
Gwyneth Goes Skiing": Musical adaptation of Paltrow's legal battle to hit London stage in DecemberThe musical "Gwyneth Goes Skiing" by Awkward Productions is based on the court trial earlier this year, where Terry Sanderson filed suit ag...
16 Nov, 2023, 12.28 AM IST
Nine tips to keep your eyes safe at workBecause of the increase in digital screen time, your eyes are under more strain than usual.
31 Mar, 2022, 12.12 PM IST
SoftBank closes $231 million investment in LenskartThe deal is also the second bet by SoftBank on a vertical ecommerce business with a sizeable offline presence. The world’s largest tech inv...
21 Dec, 2019, 11.53 AM IST
AI-based retinal diagnostic startup Leben Care gets funded by IP VenturesLeben Care enables automated analysis of retina image using AI algorithms that can be used by technicians, optometrists to conduct basic sc...
24 Jul, 2019, 04.23 PM IST
Titan has 60-65 per cent market share in wrist watch segment"Titan commands a market share of 60-65 per cent in wrist watch segment," company's Associate Vice President and Business Head (West) K S G...
06 Feb, 2015, 03.28 PM IST
Niche online players like Lenskart, Fabfurnish catering to specific needs of consumersIf Amazon, Flipkart, Snapdeal, Jabong, eBay et al are virtual supermalls selling everything to everybody, then these are the niche operator...
16 Aug, 2014, 04.00 AM IST
Babycare internet portals offer offline deals to boost salesFirstcry gifted newborns in over 6,000 hospitals across 18 cities with hampers containing diapers and other such goods sold on the site.
07 Aug, 2014, 03.40 PM IST
Kids-focussed ecomm companies give away offline deals to boost salesFirstcry has set up a team and built special technology platforms for analytics, which helps brands track post-trial sales online.
06 Aug, 2014, 12.42 PM IST
Online eyewear retailer Lenskart hits road to reach customersOther online retailers, especially in the single-category segment, are also providing offline services to expand customer base.
24 Jul, 2014, 01.16 PM IST
Lenskart plans 100 retail stores to take on local playersLenskart, which offers prescription-based and fashion eyewear, currently has seven stores in places like Chandigarh, Pune, Agartala and Goa...
02 Feb, 2014, 12.28 PM IST
Google and VSP ink deal to offer subsidized frames and lenses for Google GlassThe announcement could take wearable devices, which tech analysts say are the next wave of computing, out of the realm of science fiction a...
28 Jan, 2014, 01.07 PM IST
- Now, self-adjustable eyeglasses for a clearer focus
Called 'Eyejusters', the self adjustable glasses allow wearers to simply twist the dial until they can see clearly.
02 Oct, 2012, 07.28 PM IST