Rajesh J.

Twenty-five years of watching software, CRMs, and financial systems evolve from their earliest days has given me one clear edge: I know what lasts and what does not. At Unbox Daily HQ., I cover Finance, Real Estate, Government Policy, Travel, and Education through the lens of long-term value. Not every launch deserves your money. Not every scheme deserves your trust. My job is to audit the logic so yours stays sharp.

Joined: February 11, 2026
Articles: 131

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Entertainment, Streaming & Cinema

OTT Super-Week India: From Shahid’s O’Romeo to Rani’s Mardaani 3 (March 23–29)

The final week of March 2026 is officially the biggest digital "Super-Week" of the year. This week marks a total shift in Indian streaming, featuring the transition of massive theatrical hits like Mardaani 3 and O'Romeo to home screens, alongside the definitive BTS reunion documentary and the gritty return of Marvel’s Daredevil: Born Again.

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Finance, Real Estate

Mahindra Rainforest: Is This 25-Acre “Green Lung” the Ultimate Upgrade for Central Mumbai?

Mahindra Lifespaces has officially disrupted the Mumbai real estate market with the launch of Mahindra Rainforest on LBS Marg. This ₹3,000 crore mixed-use development aims to swap the city’s concrete heat for a massive 7-acre dense green forest, offering premium 1, 2, and 3 BHK residences designed for the modern urbanite who refuses to compromise on air quality or connectivity.

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Education

The Edtech Eclipse: upGrad and Unacademy Finalize 2026’s Largest 100% Share-Swap Merger

The ink is officially dry. Between March 19 - 22, 2026, upGrad and Unacademy finalized a historic 100% share-swap merger, consolidating India’s edtech landscape. This deal creates a "Cradle-to-Career" behemoth, merging Unacademy’s test-prep dominance with upGrad’s professional skilling empire, all while retaining Gaurav Munjal at the helm of the Unacademy vertical.

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Finance

Mastercard ‘Move’ India: The ‘UPI for the World’ is Finally Here for SMEs and Students

Following its recent Asia-Pacific rollout, Mastercard is officially scaling its Mastercard Move portfolio to dismantle India’s most persistent cross-border payment barriers. By introducing the Global Commerce Suite, Mastercard is enabling freelancers and small businesses to bill in USD/EUR like a local, while providing students with a friction-free way to pay international tuition fees without the dreaded "wire transfer anxiety".

A collage of three plays from the 21st META awards: 'Ambaa' showing a ritualistic milk-pouring scene, 'Dhomi Kitha Kitha D...

Entertainment

21st META Awards 2026: India’s ‘Theatre Olympics’ Enters Day 2 in Delhi After a Powerhouse Opening

The 21st Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META) has officially kicked off in New Delhi. Running from March 19 to March 25, 2026, the festival celebrates the pinnacle of Indian stagecraft. With a record-breaking 422 entries narrowed down to just 10 finalists, the week ahead promises a masterclass in storytelling, spanning 60 dialects and experimental forms like "Gibberish" theatre.

Corporate infographic featuring logos of Varun Beverages, Bevco, and Crickley Dairy over a map highlighting VBL's operatio...

Finance, Consumer Goods

Varun Beverages Goes ‘All In’ on Africa: Acquires Crickley Dairy for ₹131 Crore

Varun Beverages (VBL) is diversifying its international portfolio by acquiring 100% of South Africa’s Crickley Dairy for an enterprise value of ZAR 238 million (~₹131.47 crore). The deal, executed via its subsidiary Bevco, marks VBL's strategic entry into the value-added dairy and juice-based beverage segments in the African market.

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Travel & Hospitality, Government & Policy

No More Seat Selection Blues? India Mandates 60% Free Seats and Family Seating in Major Aviation Shake-up

The Ministry of Civil Aviation and DGCA have issued a sweeping set of directions to airlines to improve passenger facilitation. Key highlights include a mandate for 60% free seats per flight, guaranteed adjacent seating for families on the same PNR, and more transparent policies for pets, sports gear, and musical instruments.

A dark and gritty movie poster for 'The Dhurandhar Revenge' showing a long-haired, bearded Ranveer Singh as Hamza standing...

Entertainment, Streaming & Cinema

Dhurandhar 2 Global Release Today: Ranveer Singh’s ‘Hamza’ Unleashed in India’s Biggest Spy Epic

The wait is finally over. Dhurandhar: The Revenge officially hits global screens today, March 19, 2026. Following record-breaking paid previews, the Aditya Dhar directorial sees Ranveer Singh return as the lethal Indian operative Jaskirat Singh Rangi in a high-stakes, 4-hour cinematic marathon across five languages.

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Travel & Hospitality, Business & Services

India Post’s ’24 Speed Post’ Officially Launched: Guaranteed Next-Day Delivery & Money-Back Promise

Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia officially launched "24 Speed Post" yesterday, March 17, 2026, at the Rang Bhawan Auditorium, New Delhi. This landmark service marks India Post's pivot from traditional mail to a high-speed logistics powerhouse, offering guaranteed next-day delivery across six major metros, backed by a first-of-its-kind full money-back guarantee.

Official title poster for 'The Dhurandhar Revenge' featuring bold red metallic text on a black background with 'Paid Previ...

Entertainment, Streaming & Cinema

Dhurandhar 2 Pre-Watch LIVE: Ranveer Singh’s Spy Sequel Opens Today at 5 PM Across India

The wait for the most anticipated Indian sequel of 2026 is finally over. Dhurandhar: The Revenge kicks off its journey today with exclusive paid previews starting from 5:00 PM across India. Featuring Ranveer Singh in his most lethal avatar yet, this 4-hour espionage epic is set to redefine the box office records established by its predecessor.

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