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Anant National University announces the launch of Mooo Fest, an international moving image festival designed exclusively for students and creative academics. The five-day academic event marks a significant milestone in Anant’s commitment to expanding students’ creative horizons and equipping them with a global, future-oriented understanding of cinema and moving image practices.   Anant National University Launches Mooo Fest, a Global Platform Shaping the Future of Film Education

India’s digital marketing environment is undergoing rapid change. Algorithmic shifts, rising media costs, and evolving audience behaviour are prompting brands to reconsider traditional approaches. In a landscape where authentic, straightforward communication often performs better than heavily produced content, adaptability has become essential.   Vipluv Rana and Neha Rana Co-founders 28 DigiTech   Operating within this shift is 28 DigiTech , a young agency established six months

RMZ , one of the world’s largest privately controlled real asset and consumer platform companies, supported AIKYAM 2025 organized by Sopaan, a three-day cultural event held between 21–23 November 2025 at the renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ajanta and Ellora. AIKYAM marked the 80 th anniversary of the United Nations, with the event bringing together UNESCO, Maharashtra Tourism and the City of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar in a celebration of art, heritage, global diplomacy and cul

As NCR’s real estate landscape evolves at an unprecedented pace, luxury housing is entering a defining new era-one shaped by design excellence, expansive green living, and hyper-curated lifestyle experiences. Today’s high-end homebuyers are no longer seeking just larger homes; they want holistic environments that balance sophistication with sustainability, privacy with community, and convenience with tranquillity.   High-rise luxury, expansive greens, NCR’s future-ready li

The Shikshagraha movement, a nationwide people-powered effort to improve all one million public schools in India, took a significant stride today as the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) formally joined the movement at Shiksha Samvaad, a convening hosted at the Bangalore International Centre.   Dr. Krithi K. Karanth, Sahil Pimpale, Shruti Shibulal and Neeraj Doddamane unveil the Wild Shaale Educator’s Guidebook at Shiksha Samvaad in Bengaluru   With this, CWS becomes a lead contr

ICICI Lombard , one of India’s leading private general insurer, has concluded the 2025 edition of its flagship business case-study competition, IL IGNITING MINDS – season 3, in collaboration with IIT Bombay (E-cell) – One of India’s premier Engineering Institute. Designed to give young innovators a real-world platform to solve meaningful industry challenges, the initiative has received 4000+ student registrations from 500+ unique premier institutes, making it the largest

Tata Copper+ , has been announced as the Official Hydration Partner for the Vizag Marathon 2025 , scheduled on 30th November 2025 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. With the association, the brand strengthens its presence within India’s running ecosystem, while supporting one of modern India’s fastest growing community.   Hydrating Vizag with the Goodness of Copper   Speaking about the association, Partha Biswas, President & Head – RTD Business, Tata Consumer Produ

RISE Infraventures began in 2021 as a young idea with big conviction, but it has quickly grown into something far more significant than a real estate advisory firm. Today, it stands as a leadership-driven institution that is actively reshaping Gurugram’s realty ecosystem. In a market long dominated by traditional brokerage practices, RISE has brought in professionalism, structure, and a values-first mindset that feels refreshingly different.   The leadership duo behind RISE Infraventu

Tata Coffee Grand Cold Coffee, the Ready to Drink cold coffee brand from Tata Consumer Products, is set to elevate the festival experience at Horn OK Please festival as the Associate Partner for the highly anticipated Delhi edition, scheduled on 29-30 November 2025 at JLN Stadium. The brand will unveil a full-scale immersive experience zone that promises to give the festival attendees a refreshing break from the bustle with its signature on the go cold coffee range.   Your Horn OK pit-stop

Hypermedia FZ-LLC (" Hypermedia "), a premier innovative Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) company based in the UAE. The two entities have reached an agreement to collaborate on the implementation and deployment of 360 Odigo Robots across Hypermedia's extensive network of 30 malls and the Dubai Expo site.   Odigo joins Hypermedia’s DOOH network   This partnership marks a significant stride in infusing advanced AI robotics into the DOOH advertising sector, and underscores h

SRM University-AP has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Callus Company, a fast-growing South Korean HR and EdTech firm, to introduce its flagship SPRINT Program -a global internship - to-hire - exclusively for SRM-AP students.   SRM University-AP joins hands with Callus Company, South Korea, launching its flagship SPRINT program   The MoU was signed by Mr Suk Ho (Juno) Yu, CEO, Callus Company, and Dr R Prem Kumar, Registrar, SRM University-AP. The two-year agreement aims

The retail real estate landscape is evolving into a far more intelligent and intuitive ecosystem. Instinct and legacy brand appeal are now being complemented and often guided by sophisticated data insights. Developers today are mapping catchment behaviour, footfall patterns, spending profiles, and dwell times with precision, using these indicators to curate experiences rather than just lease spaces. Amid this scenario, the tenant mix has become a refined exercise in strategy, bringing a balance

The French Dairy Board (CNIEL), with support from the European Union, hosted an exciting series of flavour-rich events in New Delhi as part of the third chapter of its celebrated “ Full of Character ” campaign. This year’s theme — French Cheese Meets Indian Street Food — brought a creative, fusion-forward twist to the Indian culinary scene.   The events were led by Francois Robin, Award-winning French Cheesemonger, and showcased a curated selection of French ch

To honour the invaluable contribution made by private schools in elevating the stature of education, sports and culture in the country, Chandigarh University in collaboration with Federation of Private Schools and Associations of Punjab (FAP) felicitated principals, teachers and students from over 800 schools across India during the 5th edition of the FAP National Awards 2025 held at Chandigarh University campus.   Haryana Governor, Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh, addressing the awardees during the

UniAcoustic , from the pioneers of Unitile, has been awarded the “ Most Innovative Product ” at the inaugural ORGATEC India 2025 , recognising the brand’s breakthrough approach to acoustic design, advanced surface technologies, and world-class manufacturing capabilities.   UniAcoustic receives the ORGATEC India Excellence Award 2025 for “Most Innovative Product”   A design-first and engineering-led brand, UniAcoustic is reshaping India’s acoustic lan

Chitkara University , Punjab, is hosting the North Zone NSS Pre-Republic Day Parade Camp 2025 , which commenced on 21st November and will continue until 30th November 2025 . The campus is witnessing a gathering of over 200 NSS volunteers from northern states, creating an atmosphere of discipline, national service and collective responsibility. The camp has been designed to strengthen leadership qualities, teamwork and commitment to the nation, while encouraging meaningful interaction and collabo

DP World , a leading provider of global smart logistics solutions, has signed Indian batting sensation Abhishek Sharma as a new brand ambassador. He joins cricketing icon Sachin Tendulkar and global golf star Tommy Fleetwood as the third ambassador in DP World’s evolving sports portfolio.   DP World Signs Rising Star Abhishek Sharma as Brand Ambassador   The announcement follows a hugely exciting year for Sharma. At the 2025 DP World Asia Cup, he broke the record for the most run

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres India (STT GDC India) has once again been certified as a Great Place to Work®, marking its sixth consecutive year on the list. In a significant endorsement of its workplace culture, the company also earned a coveted spot 4th time in a row among India’s Top 50 Great Mid-Size Workplaces for 2025, ranking #44 in the annual list released by Great Place to Work® India.   STT GDC India Bengaluru celebrating GPTW certification   The recognition p

CarePal Money, India’s first integrated healthcare lending marketplace and a subsidiary of CarePal Group (which also houses medical crowdfunding leader Impact Guru), today announced that it has crossed an annualized disbursement run rate of Rs. 100 Cr within just 24 months of operations.  CarePal Money enables patients to finance both elective and critical treatments through no-cost and low-cost EMI loans, from minor procedures to high-value cases exceeding Rs. 25 lakh, such as cancer

Over the decades, Gurugram-based realty player, MRG Developer, has established itself across sectors such as agriculture, finance and education, before foraying into real estate with a strong foundation. Known for its vision to deliver “Spaces for Life,” real estate developer MRG aims to redefine living by combining quality, timely delivery and a blend of excellence, comfort and affordability. As part of its expansion, the MRG developer is now gearing up for a big 2026, with a focus

BotLab Dynamics , an IIT Delhi-incubated deep drone tech startup, successfully set its 6th Guinness World Record during the prestigious Mysuru Dasara 2025 celebrations. The achievement, certified on 28 September 2025, marks a defining moment for India’s rapidly evolving drone-tech landscape and positions the country among global leaders in large-scale drone show storytelling.   Mysuru Dasara Drone Show | BotLab Drone Shows | Guinness World Record    The record was awarded fo

An SIP calculator helps you estimate how regular investments may grow over time and gives a way to test different savings plans. By entering the monthly amount, an expected rate of return and the investment horizon, you may get an indicative view of what your systematic contributions might become, which may help you plan goals such as retirement, education or a large purchase.   Planning your investments with an SIP calculator   What is an SIP calculator SIP calculator is a digital too

IVCA ), the apex industry body for India’s private markets, will host the Domestic Institutional Investors (DII) & Exits Forum 2025 on 2 nd December in New Delhi. Supported by 360 ONE as the Title Partner, Cooley as the Legal Partner, Peak XV Partners as the Gold Partner, and ably supported by BIRAC, MGB Advisors and Uniqus Consultech – the Forum will convene India’s leading domestic allocators, policymakers, fund managers and ecosystem participants for a focused dialogue o

Noida’s luxury housing landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation, driven by affluent professionals, global corporate entrants, and the surge of lifestyle-centric living. According to Anarock, housing prices in Delhi-NCR, with Noida being one of the major markets, jumped 24% year-on-year during the July-September 2025 period on the back of higher demand, especially for luxury homes. Meanwhile, another report by Anarock shows that with a massive 72% jump in luxury home prices, NCR

Xflow, India’s fastest-growing cross-border payments companies, today shared its intent to scale its processing volumes by nearly tenfold over the next 18 months. The company’s expansion roadmap builds on strong momentum from Indian IT/ITES exporters, fintech platforms, and its recent RBI in-principle authorization for the PA-CB licence.   Anand Balaji, Co-Founder, Xflow Over the last year, Xflow has seen increasing adoption from SMEs, enterprises, and fintech platforms looking

Porsche Design Tower Bangkok , Asia's first ultra-luxury residence with automotive-DNA, proudly announces the official opening of its exclusive Show Suite. This experience is tailor-made for those appreciating unparalleled design, exclusivity and innovation. A landmark collaboration between the exclusive lifestyle brand Porsche Design and the prominent Thai real estate developer Ananda Development, it redefines one-of-a-kind urban living, blending automotive design expertise with uncompromis

The Electricity Connect 2025 conference, organized by Indonesia Electrical Power Society (MKI) in collaboration with multiple institutions, was successfully held in Jakarta. During the event, Huawei’s recognition as The Best Technology Provider at the Electricity Connect 2025 event underscores the company’s long-term commitment to supporting Indonesia’s energy transition through continuous innovation in digital and intelligent technologies. This award reflects Huawei’s de

Roll-out of the 200,000 unit under the TVS Motor–BMW Motorrad alliance Commencement of manufacturing for the new BMW F 450 GS at TVSM’s Hosur plant   TVS Motor Company (TVSM), and BMW Motorrad today announced a landmark achievement of 200,000 units produced under their long-term partnership. This milestone highlights the success of the Indo-German collaboration, which has consistently set new benchmarks in the sub-500cc two-wheeler segment and delivered world-class motorcycles t

Almonds Ai , a leading channel loyalty, rewards and solutions company, announced 27 November as “ World Channel Partners Day ,” a first-of-its-kind initiative dedicated to recognizing the millions of distributors, retailers and last-mile influencers who power India’s distribution and retail economy.    Almonds Ai celebrates 5 years and declares 27th November as World Channel Partners Day, honouring the distributors, retailers and last-mile partners powering India&rsqu

Sri Ramakrishna Hospital shines a spotlight on the hidden triggers of diabetes—factors beyond sugar that silently increase risk for thousands. Through expert insights, preventive tips, and community-focused awareness, the hospital urges the public to rethink diabetes prevention and adopt a more holistic, science-backed approach to protecting their health.   Best Diabetes Hospital In Coimbatore   Sri Ramakrishna Hospital emphasize that reality is far more complex.   Diabetes:

Theia Ventures, India’s specialist early-stage fund focused on AI, Deeptech, energy transition, and decarbonization, today announced that it has led a pre-seed investment in Lemnisca, an emerging Bio-AI company building intelligent systems to scale biomanufacturing. This round also saw participation from PointOne Capital and Dr. Satakarni Makkapati. This fund will support Lemnisca’s Bengaluru lab, AI platform development, and early pilots to scale sustainable bioproduction. The inves

LipidVerse 2025 , a landmark one-day conference dedicated to exploring cutting-edge advancements in lipid-based technologies for pharmaceutical applications, successfully concluded at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay). The event brought together leading experts from academia, industry professionals, and regulatory bodies to discuss the future of lipid nanomedicine and drug delivery systems.   The LipidVerse 2025 team strikes a pose after an insightful conference  

Furthering its mission to enable underserved consumers to access financial products and make informed choices, Paisabazaar has introduced Udyam registration, GST registration, and GST filing services across its retail stores. These services are aimed at self-employed individuals—one of the most credit-challenged segments—who often face barriers arising from inadequate documentation, insufficient financial records, and limited familiarity with digital channels.   At Paisabazaar&#

Zupee , one of India’s iconic names in mobile gaming, is redefining online entertainment with a bold move to a completely free-to-play model. This transformation follows a regulatory change, positioning Zupee as a pioneer in the world of zero entry fee digital entertainment. The company, already a renown household name among gaming enthusiasts with more than 500 million app downloads, has reimagined its core experience, offering exciting and strategic free online games, which are now acces

4,944 students awarded degrees across three days 170 PhD degrees conferred 10 students honored with Dr. TMA Pai Gold Medal   Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, held its 33rd Convocation over three days from November 21–23, 2025, at Manipal. The grand ceremony witnessed the conferment of degrees to 4,944 students, including 170 PhD awardees, while 10 exceptional students were honored with the prestigious Dr. TMA Pai Gold Medal a

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, is gearing up to power India’s exciting women’s sporting league, the Tata Women’s Premier League, as its Official Beverage Partner for the next two seasons.    Bisleri International Secures Two-Year Partnership as Official Beverage Partner of the TATA Women’s Premier League Launched in 2023, the Tata Women’s Premier League has rapidly elevated the visibility and aspirations of wome

The Mall Group today unveiled a milestone partnership with Monchhichi, the beloved Japanese character celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking the first-ever large-scale Monchhichi holiday collaboration in Southeast Asia. Officially authorized by Sekiguchi Co., Ltd., and supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), this initiative represents one of the most extensive Monchhichi commercial campaigns ever launched outside Japan.   The Mall Group Launches Sou

Newton School has achieved over 4,500 successful tech placements in the past four years, reaffirming its mission to bridge the gap between learning and employability through a skill-first, industry-integrated curriculum. Learners from Newton School have secured roles across 800+ leading companies, with top offers crossing Rs 1.5 Cr. The milestone highlights Newton School’s growing reputation as one of India’s most outcome-driven learning platforms. A large share of these outcomes com

SWP calculator is a simple tool that may help you estimate periodic withdrawals, the likely longevity of your corpus and the potential impact of assumed returns. This article explains how to use an SWP calculator, what inputs to check, and how to interpret results so you may make more informed decisions.   Using an SWP calculator for your finances   The calculator is an aid, not a prediction tool. It may provide only an indicative picture.   What is an SWP calculator mutual fund i

Natuzzi Italia brings its global design narrative to Mumbai this November, led by Pasquale Junior Natuzzi, the third-generation voice shaping the brand’s contemporary direction. His visit marks a moment of connection between the brand’s Mediterranean roots and India’s growing appetite for thoughtful, culturally informed design. He arrives in Mumbai to present Natuzzi Italia’s latest design explorations - a convergence of material research, crafted form and the evolving me

Ai+ , India’s fastest-growing technology brand, today launched “ Ai+ Laptab ”, a new category of smart device that fuses the productivity of a laptop with the intuitive portability of a tablet. Designed for India’s hybrid generation of learners, creators, and professionals, the Ai+ Laptab will be available in three sizes - 11”, 12” and 13” - and comes with keyboard and stylus support. Set to go live nationwide in Q1 2026 through Flipkart and Ai+’s

Former England football captain and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Sir David Beckham visited an MJPAPBCWREIS residential school for girls in Visakhapatnam today to see Project-Based Learning (PBL) in action. His visit is part of a wider Mantra4Change programme supported by Education Above All that is improving classrooms across Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, and Nagaland.   Sir David Beckham with students of  MJPAPBCWREIS residential school  in Visakhapatnam   Sir David

New Material Recovery Centre to streamline plastic collection and recycling Features a first-of-its-kind Plastic Recycling Museum   Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd ., India’s leading packaged drinking water company under its flagship sustainability initiative  Bottles for Change , has partnered with the  Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC)  to roll out a holistic plastic waste management project across the city.   Bisleri and MBMC unveil a first-of-its-kind

With medical inflation rising steadily and healthcare needs changing as one ages, consumers are looking at options outside the standard one-size-fits-all health policies. They are keen on plans that offer long-term value, deeper protection, and the flexibility to adapt to sudden changes. This is driving demand for sharp, focused health insurance solutions that offer meaningful customisation, continuity benefits, and greater control over coverage.   A fully customizable health insurance prod

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, hosted a special felicitation ceremony honouring startup founders from the graduating Batch of 2025 as part of its 33 rd Convocation. The event honoured the entrepreneurial successes of young innovators whose ventures are enriching India’s growing startup ecosystem.   Mr Bikram Singh Bedi, MAHE alumnus and Vice President, Asia Pacific Strategic Initiatives, Google Cloud, felicitates young start

Dev Barometer , a quarterly global survey that dives into the minds of software engineers and project managers. This edition focuses on how AI impacted their jobs in 2025 and is changing software work and team structures heading into 2026, gathering insights from 501 developers and 19 project managers across 40 countries, including 75 participants from India.   How Indian developers expect their roles and responsibilities to evolve in 2026 AI Redefines Work and Skills for Indian Developers:

Padma Shri Dr. P. T. Usha, Hon’ble MP and President of the Indian Olympic Association, inaugurated the Vels Football Residential Academy and Vels Swimming School at Vels University's Thalambur campus (OMR), Chennai. Established by the Vels Group of Institutions with an investment of  Rs 25 crores, the sports campus aims to position Tamil Nadu as a rising centre for football and aquatic sports.   Vels FC was inaugurated by Indian Olympic Association President Dr. P. T. Us

The rapid acceleration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) poses the most significant challenge yet to gender equity in the workforce and wealth creation. This was the central focus at the TalentNomics India’s 10th Annual Conference, 'Power. Pixel. Parity.,' where top corporate leaders, investors, and innovators gathered to move beyond fear to build a proactive roadmap for Responsible AI and gender equity in India’s future of work, wealth and wellbeing.   CP Gurnani, Manoj C

International Architecture and Design firm UHA today announced the appointment of Zachary Dominitz as Senior Director and Head of India, a sign of the firm's focus on international growth with emphasis on sustainability and design innovation.   Zachary Dominitz, Senior Director and Head of India for UHA   The firm, with offices across Europe and Asia, is approaching its 15 year anniversary—13 of those active in India—and recently expanded into SE Asia, the Middle East a

IVCA GreenReturns Summit , highlighting how disciplined private credit, responsible governance, and sustainability-aligned investment frameworks can reshape India’s built environment and long-term economic resilience.   The report captures a comprehensive view of the firm’s real estate private credit portfolio, its ESG integration practices, measurable environmental and social outcomes, and the expanding role of private capital in accelerating India’s sustainability transi