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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
IIT JAM 2026 registration date announced by IIT Bombay on a new site: Check key dates, how to apply, official website
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has launched the official website for the Joint Admission Test for Master's (JAM) 2026, opening the way for postgraduate science admissions across India. The registration process will begin on September 5, 2025, through the portal and will remain open until October 12, 2025. IIT JAM 2026 how to apply Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Management Finance Data Science MBA MCA Artificial Intelligence PGDM Project Management Digital Marketing others Cybersecurity Leadership Degree Healthcare healthcare Technology Others Product Management Data Analytics Operations Management Design Thinking Public Policy CXO Data Science Skills you'll gain: Duration: 9 Months IIM Calcutta CERT-IIMC APSPM India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK General Management Programme India Starts on undefined Get Details Skills you'll gain: Duration: 10 Months IIM Kozhikode CERT-IIMK GMPBE India Starts on undefined Get Details Visit Register on JOAPS with name, email, and mobile number (starting September 5, 2025). Log in using the generated Enrollment ID and password. Fill in personal, academic, and communication details. Choose test paper(s) and three exam cities in the same zone. Upload required documents. Pay the examination fee online. IIT JAM 2026: Eligibility criteria Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and meet the criteria set by the participating institutions. There is no upper age limit for the exam. The online application form requires scanned copies of a photograph, signature, academic documents, and category certificate if applicable. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dhoni's Exclusive Home Interior Choice? HomeLane Get Quote Undo IIT JAM 2026: Important dates (tentative) Application opens: September 5, 2025 Application deadline: October 12, 2025 Admit card release: January 5, 2026 Exam date: February 15, 2026 Result declaration: March 20, 2026 IIT JAM 2026 Exam JAM is a national-level entrance examination for admission to MSc, Joint MSc-PhD, MSc-PhD dual degree, and other postgraduate science programmes offered by the IITs and participating institutions. IIT Bombay is the organising institute for the 2026 exam. Live Events Along with the website launch, IIT Bombay has released the tentative schedule, session timings, and the list of exam city zones. The examination will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode on February 15, 2026. IIT JAM 2026: Exam centres and zones The exam will take place in cities grouped into eight zones, with each zone coordinated by an assigned IIT. Candidates must choose three preferred cities within the same zone. Major centres include Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kanpur, Chennai, and Guwahati. IIT JAM 2206: Application process Candidates must apply through the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS). The process includes filling out the application form, uploading required documents, and completing the fee payment before the deadline. All key updates including admit cards, mock tests, and result announcements will be posted on the JAM 2026 official website. The institute noted that the dates are provisional and may change. For the latest information and updates, candidates should regularly check the official website.
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
MS Dhoni joins Acko as investor and brand ambassador
In a partnership rooted in shared values and a common vision for the future, Mahendra Singh Dhoni - the Indian cricket icon, join forces with Acko , the fastest growing D2C insurer , as both an investor and brand ambassador . As part of this long-term partnership, Dhoni has made a strategic investment in Acko through his family office, Midas Deals. His move signals a strong belief in Acko's mission to build India's most loved insurance brand, one that reimagines insurance as simple, intuitive, and accessible for the urban modern Indian. Commenting on the association, MS Dhoni said, 'As an automobile enthusiast , I've often found insurance to be unnecessarily complicated.' 'Acko brings clarity where there was confusion. Their tech-first, customer-centric approach reflects the way new India wants to engage with insurance. I'm excited to support a brand that's focused on trust and transformation.' Welcoming Dhoni to the Acko family, Varun Dua , founder, Acko, said, 'Dhoni's association with Acko isn't just a brand collaboration but it is a meeting of mindsets. He mirrors the values that have shaped Acko's journey: customer-first thinking, simplicity, and bold innovation. Dhoni represents everything we stand for - trust, discipline, and the ability to stay calm while reinventing the game. His presence strengthens our resolve to rewrite the playbook for insurance in India. Together, we aim to make insurance simpler, more relatable, and truly loved by the people.'
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Business Standard
7 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
D2C insurer ACKO brings MS Dhoni on board as investor and brand ambassador
Indian cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni has joined hands with ACKO, one of the country's fastest-growing direct-to-consumer insurers, not just as a brand ambassador but also as a strategic investor. This landmark partnership underscores a shared commitment to reinventing insurance for the evolving needs of urban India, with Dhoni backing the company through his family office, Midas Deals Pvt Ltd. The alliance signals strong mutual belief in creating tech-driven, customer-centric solutions that simplify the historically complex insurance landscape, making insurance more accessible and intuitive for millions. Reinventing insurance: Technology meets trust ACKO was founded in 2016 by Varun Dua with the goal of eliminating friction and pain points that Indian consumers typically experience with traditional insurers. Through its D2C model, ACKO offers auto, health and travel insurance, all managed online without cumbersome paperwork. The company's rapid ascent can be seen in its reach—serving more than 70 million customers and processing upward of 2 million claims annually across various segments. With this collaboration, Dhoni provides not just his stature but his credibility as someone who resonates with trust, innovation and discipline—all traits aligned with ACKO's brand ethos. Company founder Varun Dua expressed that Dhoni epitomises the values that drive ACKO, especially the focus on customer-first thinking, simplicity and a willingness to challenge industry conventions. He believes Dhoni's involvement reinforces their vision to make insurance engaging and relatable. A shared vision for modern India For Dhoni, who is also an automobile enthusiast, the decision was driven by ACKO's transparency and seamless digital-native processes. He noted that insurance is often seen as complicated, but believes ACKO brings 'clarity where there was confusion', and offers a tech-first approach that mirrors the expectations of young, progressive Indians. This alignment, he suggested, is about helping insurance evolve into something people actually trust and appreciate. Bold moves, expanding horizons In recent years, ACKO has made significant inroads by diversifying its offerings, including gaining a life insurance licence in 2023 and introducing innovative products like the Flexi Term Life Insurance Plan. Furthering its reach, the company acquired health-tech start-ups Parentlane and OneCare to strengthen its health insurance business. Strategic partnerships with leading platforms such as PhonePe, MyGate, Oyo, redBus and Zomato also reflect ACKO's ambition to become a household name in embedded insurance. Additionally, ACKO's group health insurance strategy is gaining momentum, with over 200 new-age companies, including Swiggy, Razorpay and CRED, already offering its coverage to employees. Charting a new path With Dhoni on board, ACKO's journey to 'rewrite the playbook' for insurance in India gets a formidable boost. This collaboration marks yet another bold move in ACKO's story, underscoring its resolve to make insurance straightforward, customer-focused, and truly loved by the people it serves.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
MS Dhoni's family office invests in new-age insurer Acko
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills Former Indian men's cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has made a strategic investment in direct-to-customer (D2C) insurance platform Acko through his family office, Midas Deals . The company did not divulge the financial details of the investment."Their tech-first, customer-centric approach reflects the way new India wants to engage with insurance. I'm excited to support a brand that's focused on trust and transformation," Dhoni said, on his investment in the in 2016, Acko has a customer base of 70 million, and processes more than two million insurance claims annually in the motor, health, and travel cricket star will also serve as Acko's brand ambassador, according to a statement from the company, on Go Digit , Acko's main competitor, counts cricketer Virat Kohli and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, as investors and brand ambassadors.
News18
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
MS Dhoni Debuts Stunning Hairstyle As Fans Wonder If He's Really 44
Last Updated: MS Dhoni is setting the trend as he reveals his new hairstyle with fans going gaga over his stunning look. When MS Dhoni made his debut, his long mane became an instant hit among everyone. He soon became an icon following stunning performances with the bat and behind the stumps. Mahi then took his popularity to a different level after becoming India captain as he won all three major ICC white-ball trophies including World T20, ODI World Cup and Champions Trophy. Having retired from international cricket for five years now, Dhoni continues to play in IPL for Chennai Super Kings. Throughout his playing career, Dhoni has experimented with his hairstyle. Here are the latest pictures that prove he continues to be a style icon. 1/5 3/5 MS Dhoni, a famously private person, rarely makes public appearances or posts on social media. (Picture Credit: IG/aalimhakim) Next Photogallery
