News Voir

The Evolving Role of Distribution in Technology Go-To-Market Models , developed in partnership with Channelnomics. The study examines the shift in distribution from a traditional channel intermediary into a strategic operating platform that helps vendors and partners scale, increase support and overcome the complexities associated with innovation (i.e., AI and cybersecurity) and integration.   According to the research, customer expectations are rising rapidly as organizations seek integrat

The Department of Pharmacy, Galgotias University, in collaboration with the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi, organised a Faculty Development Workshop on “ PCI Regulations, Competency-Based Curriculum and Best Practices in Pharmacy Education .”   The workshop brought together pharmacy educators, academicians and professionals from institutions across the country to examine the future of pharmacy education. The programme focused on the revised B. Pharm Curriculum (2026)

For a long time, the riskiest part of buying a used car was that you were mostly buying on gut feel. You trusted the seller, or the dealer, or a relative who knew engines. The Gears of Growth 2025 report shows that trust is now being outsourced to a process. Over 1.7 lakh Indians looked up pre-delivery inspection in 2025, enough for the report to call PDI mainstream.   The report puts it inside a larger change it describes plainly: search behaviour has moved beyond features and price, towar

Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) commenced the three-day International Conference on Advances in Computational Intelligence for Fluid and Fuzzy Systems (ACIFFS-2026) on Wednesday at the Smt. Sharda Pai Auditorium. Organised by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the conference is being held in association with IIT Guwahati, the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST), Tanzania, and the African Mathematical Union (AMU), with financial support from the Anusa

Delivers CRI >90 for accurate, true-to-life colour rendering Backed by EyeComfort Technology, engineered to reduce flicker for enhanced visual comfort Available in 12W LED Lamp, 25 & 30W batten, & two desk lamps (Skyy & Orbit) designed for everyday home and study lighting needs   Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the launch of the Philips FocusGlow range - a lighting solution built for the hours people spend reading, studying and working

Integrated business destination within SPR City supports the Tamil Nadu Government's "Perambur 2.0" initiative, empowering MSMEs, startups and professionals with premium office ownership The launch, inaugurated by Chief Guest Thiru A.M. Vikram Raja, State President, Tamil Nadu Vanigar Sangam Peramaippu, witnessed an overwhelming response from leading industrialists, entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders and Chennai's MSME community   SPR India recently announced the l

ConveGenius.AI in India has today been named in the Top 25 shortlist for the second annual Global EdTech Prize in the Majors category. Founded in 2025 by T4 Education , with the support of Owl Ventures and Digital Promise, the Global EdTech Prize recognises those trailblazing solutions that are driving change and grappling with the most crucial challenges in today’s classrooms.   SwiftPAL earns a place in the Global EdTech Prize 2026 top 25 shortlist, spotlighting its mission to close

India’s housing market is entering a more mature and geographically balanced phase, with growth being driven not just by the country’s largest metropolitan centres. While Delhi-NCR continues to dominate the luxury segment, the Tier-2 cities are emerging as the next growth frontier, aided by improving infrastructure, rising purchasing power and changing buyer expectations.   From Urban Expansion to Regional Growth: The Next Chapter of India's Housing Story   Homebuyers a

Hong Kong The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), in partnership with the Shangri-La Group, hosted eight senior MICE professionals from India on The Dragon Pulse, a five-day familiarisation trip held from 26-30 June 2026. The programme was designed to demonstrate Hong Kong as a MICE destination for the Indian market, bringing together the city's world class meetings and events infrastructure, venue diversity, and cultural experiences within a single corporate itinerary.   HKTB hosts eight I

MRG Group, a diversified business conglomerate, has announced its strategic collaboration with Arica Pharmaceutical, reinforcing its commitment to supporting India’s rapidly growing healthcare sector while fostering innovation, quality, and community well-being.   MRG Group Announces Strategic Collaboration with Arica Pharmaceutical, Marking Its Expansion into the Healthcare Ecosystem The partnership brings together MRG Group’s vision for diversified growth and Arica Pharmaceuti

Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Wide) at its Galaxy Unpacked event in London on 22 July 2026, marking a major shift for the company's foldable lineup. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra retains the familiar book style design, while the Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Wide) introduces an all new wider, landscape first form factor, Samsung's lightest book style foldable yet at 201g. Both premium foldables are now available for preorder in India, with shipping set to begin from 4 August 2026.   Samsung Galaxy Z Fold  

In NEET 2026, AESL had 4 students in the Top 10, 18 in the Top 50, 41 in the Top 100, 138 in the Top 500, 232 in the Top 1000, 17 state toppers and 100+ city toppers. In JEE Advanced 2026, 11 students in the Top 100 most notably being AIR 4; 26 in the Top 200; 56 in the Top 500 and 111 in the Top 1000 reflects strong and consistent performance across 15 states and Union Territories. AESL launches its flagship scholarship exam, the much-awaited Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam (ANTHE) 2026 Promin

The world is asking bigger economic questions than it has in decades. Why hasn’t the world seen more inflation, despite over a decade of massive money-printing? Is the dollar still dominant because it's the best currency—or simply because there's no viable alternative? Is China's property crash over — or is the bubble psychology still there?   People by WTF   In the latest episode of People by WTF , Nikhil Kamath sits down with economist and author Matthew

Glimmer Technologies Private Limited (“Glimmer”) and Fikra Ventures, a global AI-native venture studio, today announced a commercial partnership to bring Glimmer’s FinomeAI suite, already live in production across financial services, to banks, lenders and enterprises across the Gulf.   Under the agreement, Fikra Ventures is Glimmer’s exclusive commercialisation, marketing and distribution partner in the Gulf region. Fikra Ventures will use that position to build a ne

DACE Athletic Club, a first-of-its-kind private multi-sport destination, has officially launched in RK Puram, introducing a contemporary recreational space that blends emerging sports, community-driven fitness, and experience-led wellness under one roof.   DACE Athletic Club Launches in RK Puram Spread across nearly one acre, the facility features dedicated infrastructure for padel, pickleball, football, yoga, table tennis, and other recreational formats, positioning itself at the intersect

Ampcus Cyber, a global cybersecurity solutions provider, will host the GRC India AI Conclave 2026 on 7 August 2026 at the JW Marriott, Aerocity, New Delhi. The invitation-only summit will bring together policymakers, regulators, cybersecurity leaders, CXOs, and technology experts to shape the future of AI governance, cyber resilience, and digital trust as AI adoption accelerates across India's economy.   Hosted by Ampcus Cyber, the GRC India AI Conclave is an exclusive, invitation-only

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, hosted the 4 th Edition of the UK-India HealthTech Accelerator Programme (2026-2028) in Manipal. Organised in partnership with the UK Government and supported by the Bhubaneswar City Knowledge Innovation Cluster Foundation (BCKIC) as the Knowledge Partner, the three-day programme (July 22-24) convened Indian HealthTech startups, UK mentors, healthcare specialists, investors, researchers, policymakers,

The celebrations for Dhanush’s birthday have begun on a spectacular note. RTake Studios and Wunderbar Films have officially launched ‘Alaakaa Loova’, the first song from their ambitious multilingual epic OM: Chapter 1: Udhiram – The Blood Wood, offering audiences an exhilarating first glimpse into one of the most anticipated cinematic events on the horizon.   RTake Studios and Wunderbar Films unveil the first track from OM: Chapter 1 with ‘Alaakaa Loova’

Highway Infrastructure (“HIL”), an integrated infrastructure development and management company with strong capabilities across Toll Operations, EPC Infrastructure and Real estate, is pleased to announce that Infomerics Valuation and Rating Limited has assigned a Long-Term Rating of IVR BBB+/Stable and a Short-Term Rating of IVR A2 for the Company’s bank loan facilities aggregating Rs. 200.88 crore. The rating reflects HIL’s credibility as a growing infrastructure platfor

Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. , India's leading packaged drinking water company, under its flagship sustainability initiative Bottles for Change, implemented a plastic waste management and awareness campaign during the Pune Wari, one of Maharashtra's largest and most respected annual religious pilgrimages. Part of a three-year waste management and awareness partnership with the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC), the initiative promoted responsible plastic waste management t

Indians love doing the maths before making a big purchase. Before buying a car, we compare prices, watch countless reviews and ask everyone from our friends to our neighbourhood car expert if we're making the right choice.   The VinFast VF 6 shows why Total Cost of Ownership matters more than ever for Indian buyers As if that wasn't enough, there's now another number being discussed: Total Cost of Ownership, or TCO. But for good reason. After all, the biggest expenses don't

Vibe Drive has launched a first-of-its-kind integrated automotive facility on Chennai's 200 Feet Radial Road, Kovilambakkam, bringing together vehicle sales, servicing, detailing and customer hospitality under one roof.   Vibe Drive - One of Chennai's First Fully Integrated Automotive Destination   The facility was inaugurated yesterday by J. C. D. Prabhakar, Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, marking the launch of a new integrated automotive destination for custom

Earthquakes are among the greatest global challenges for the safety of structures. Existing buildings constructed before the introduction of modern earthquake standards are particularly vulnerable, as they are often unable to withstand seismic loads. This raises an urgent question: how can such buildings be retrofitted to improve their earthquake resistance? Unternehmensgruppe fischer and Purdue University (USA) carried out full-scale tests on reinforced concrete structures. These tests enabled

Threads and Craft, the homegrown label founded by Lakshmi K, is set to present Ananta Kriti , its grandest showcase till date, from August 26-28 at Aga Khan Hall, New Delhi . Conceived as a celebration of handcrafted textiles, thoughtful design and India's enduring weaving traditions, the three-day event brings together clothing, accessories and handcrafted products under one roof.   Beyond being just another holiday shopping destination, Ananta Kriti has built a platform that tries to

The company behind McVitie’s, GODIVA and Ulker has pledged to double the volume of products it sells with lower levels of sugar, salt and saturated fat, and higher levels of nutrients such as fibre and protein, by 2030.   pladis sets 2030 target to double sales of products with a better nutritional balance   Snacking giant, pladis, said it would achieve the target by improving existing recipes without compromising taste, launching new products and expanding successful ranges into

Most people believe they use water only a handful of times each day. The reality is that water is woven into almost every moment of our lives, from the first glass in the morning and preparing meals to cleaning homes and winding down at night. While we notice water, we rarely pause to recognize the silent enablers that deliver it seamlessly to us. This Rath Yatra, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. has turned this insight into a culturally resonant activation across Puri and the Bhubanes

A healthy credit profile plays an important role in an individual's financial journey. It reflects how responsibly credit has been managed over time and may influence eligibility for various credit products, subject to the lender's criteria. Regularly reviewing a credit profile helps individuals understand their financial standing, identify potential issues and take timely corrective action.   5 Credit Profile Checks That Can Improve Financial Health   One of the easiest ways t

Mobile entertainment in India has undergone a remarkable transformation over the last few years. While streaming platforms and social media continue to attract millions of users, another category is quietly changing the way Indians spend their leisure time, social gaming.   How Social Gaming Is Redefining Mobile Entertainment in India Unlike traditional mobile games that focused primarily on individual gameplay, social gaming combines entertainment with real-time interaction. Whether it'

There comes a moment when an industry no longer needs another product it needs a new perspective. Today marks that moment with the arrival of Hyeglo Beauty, a premium beauty brand built on one defining promise: Better Makeup, Built for Skin. Created for today's ingredient-conscious consumer, Hyeglo is reimagining makeup through skincare-first formulations that care for the skin as beautifully as they enhance it.   Kanupriya Ahluwalia, Founder of Hyeglobeauty At its core is a simple phil

The BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BRICS CCI) celebrated its 14th Foundation Day in New Delhi, marking fourteen years of advancing international trade, investment, innovation, entrepreneurship, policy dialogue, and people-to-people cooperation across BRICS and BRICS+ nations.   BRICS CCI celebrated its14th Foundation Day   The celebration was graced by Shri Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi , Former Cabinet Minister and National Executive Member, BJP India, as the Chief Guest , and Sm

Bisleri International , India's leading packaged drinking water company, partners with Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) as its Official Hydration Partner. As part of the second year of the association, Bisleri will support the league's hydration requirements while strengthening its brand presence across one of India's premier table tennis platforms.   Bisleri International Partners with Ultimate Table Tennis as Official Hydration Partner for the Second Year   Through this associ

Roca , the global leader in bathroom solutions, announces the Indian launch of an expanded Ohtake Collection, now enriched with new basin designs by architect and designer Rodrigo Ohtake. Building on the original collection conceived by the late, legendary Brazilian architect Ruy Ohtake, the expanded range brings a renewed vision of organic form, artistic sensibility, and material excellence to the contemporary bathroom.   Ohtake Collection Roca   A Legacy Rooted in Nature The Ohtake C

IBM and Galgotias University have entered into a strategic collaboration to strengthen industry integrated learning, technology training, and future focused academic programmes across cutting-edge technology domains including Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, Business Analytics and other Emerging Technologies.   A strategic IBM - Galgotias University collaboration brings industry expertise, advanced technologies and experiential learning directly to students The collaboration is d

HDFC Life , one of India’s leading life insurance companies, announced that its Assets Under Management (AUM) recently crossed the Rs. Four Lakh Crore milestone. The milestone is a strong reflection of the Company’s focus on enabling policyholders meet their financial goals, by strictly adhering to a prudent and disciplined approach to fund management.   Over the last 25 years, HDFC Life has systematically built trust amongst its customers by offering them innovative and simple

Titled “Chhota Bheem & Vidya – Big Green Mission”, the comic book inspires children to be environmentally responsible 20,000 English and Urdu copies of the comic book were distributed across Jammu & Kashmir   Bisleri International, in collaboration with the National Book Trust (NBT), Ministry of Education, Government of India officially launched the comic book " Chhota Bheem & Vidya – Big Green Mission " at the Chinar Book Festival 2026 held at

English-Language Cast Stars Jonathan Bailey, Ella Purnell, Louis Partridge, Aimee Lou Wood, David Jonsson, Lesley Manville and Maggie Gyllenhaal Omar Sy, Riccardo Scamarcio, Matthias Schweighöfer and More to Lead International Adaptations The Mind-Bending Psychological Thriller Premieres October 1, 2026   Audible, a leading provider of spoken-word entertainment, today announced its forthcoming adaptation of Dracula – an Audible Original that reimagines Bram Stoker's chilling

Reinforcing its commitment to delivering globally benchmarked education, Amity Group of Schools has introduced Cambridge A Level alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades XI and XII, offering students the choice between two of the world's most respected curricula.   Amity Global School A Level Cambridge   The introduction of Cambridge A Level gives students the flexibility to choose the curriculum that best aligns with their interests, strengths

EcoScapes Landscaping has been in the landscaping industry for close to two decades, offering complete outdoor development services along with landscape architectural designs, and announces their strategic association with Fluidra India, an international leader in pool and wellness equipment. With this association, Fluidra India would be the only authorized provider for all types of bio swimming pool systems, equipment, and specialized materials used in EcoScapes’ luxurious residential, co

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (India) (STT GDC India), India’s leading co-location data centre services provider, announces the launch of STT Jaipur 1 , the first high-performance data centre in Rajasthan. The facility marks a significant milestone in the state’s digital transformation journey and reinforces STT GDC India’s commitment to enabling AI-driven innovation, cloud adoption, and enterprise digitalisation across emerging growth markets.   STT GDC India expands i

Laundry needs change with family size, the number of weekly loads, and the types of clothes that need regular care. Panasonic washing machines address these different requirements with fully automatic top-load and front-load options designed for convenient everyday washing. The 2026 range spans 6.5 kg to 10 kg capacities and includes features such as MirAIe connectivity, built-in heaters, StainMaster+, Gentle Kizukai Wash, and dedicated wash programmes. With prices from Rs. 23,500 to Rs. 50,500,

EPIC Foundation, the non-profit organization co-founded by HCL co-founders and industry think tanks Mr. Arjun Malhotra and Dr. Ajai Chowdhry with a mission to establish India as a global leader in electronics hardware product design and manufacturing, today announced a leadership transition within its top ranks. Mr. Arjun Malhotra has taken on the role of Chairperson of the Foundation, succeeding Dr. Ajai Chowdhry, who will now serve as Founder of the organization.   Arjun Malhotra, Co- Fou

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, announced the successful completion of its latest project under Signify Jagmag Pathshala CSR initiative, transforming learning environments by upgrading lighting and essential electrical infrastructure across 56 Government Residential Tribal Welfare Schools in Andhra Pradesh's Parvathipuram Manyam district, benefiting over 18,200 tribal children. The initiative was implemented in partnership with Jana Kalyana Samakhya (JKS) and in clos

In-House Matters : A Complete Handbook for the Modern General Counsel, published this month by OakBridge Publishing, tells the story of how the corporate legal department in India became a seat of business decision-making, and of what the job now demands of the people who hold it.   New book shows how the company lawyer became a business leader   Counselect .   The rise the book describes tracks the transformation of Indian business itself. Liberalisation brought the multinational

Paperworld Delhi from 30 July – 1 August 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The co-located exhibitions will bring together more than 850 exhibitors, 6,000 brands and 30,000+ products, creating an unrivalled sourcing destination for the gifting, stationery, paper, office and corporate solutions industries while offering buyers a broader product portfolio under one roof.   Gifts World Expo and Paperworld   Spanning an extensive product spectrum, Gifts World Expo Delhi will showcas

Popees Baby Care, one of India's leading baby care brands, has accelerated its North India expansion with the inauguration of its 112th retail store globally at Zirakpur, Punjab. The new outlet represents the company's second store in North India , following its successful Chandigarh launch, and signals its commitment to building a stronger retail presence across the region.   Strategically located at Pooja Plazzio on the Ambala-Chandigarh Expressway , the store was inaugurated by M

Oriflame , the Swedish holistic beauty and wellbeing brand, has announced that it has entered into an agreement for the transfer of its manufacturing operations in India to Pure and Cure Healthcare Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Limited, one of India's leading contract development and manufacturing organisations (CDMOs).   The proposed transaction includes Oriflame India's manufacturing facilities located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, and No

A Tamil Nadu-based husband-and-wife medical team has spent the last few years quietly building something India's wellness shelves have rarely seen: a full range of doctor-formulated, clinically referenced gummy supplements, each one designed around a specific gap the two of them kept encountering, again and again, in their own patients.   Dr. Hema Sathish (Dermatologist) and Dr. Sathish (Orthopaedic Surgeon), founders of Healthetc   Indian healthcare, for the most part, has been bu

Prayag Hospital and Research Centre Pvt. Ltd. successfully performed a complex emergency limb-saving surgery on a 35-year-old patient who sustained a severe forearm injury resulting in extensive blood vessel and tendon damage. Prompt surgical intervention, coordinated emergency care, and advanced reconstructive techniques helped restore blood circulation and preserve the function of the injured hand.   Doctors at Prayag Hospital successfully performed a complex emergency limb-saving surgery

Glow by Kirtilals launches The Frill Collection, a range of high quality, lightweight natural diamond jewellery inspired by the fluid elegance of flowing fabrics and delicate frills. Designed for the modern woman, this collection brings together contemporary aesthetics and everyday versatility through graceful, flowing forms.   Frill Collection from Glow by Kirtilals, A contemporary natural diamonds collection, inspired by graceful movement   The Frill Collection captures the essence o

Amid global economic instability that has cast a shadow over several asset classes, India’s luxury housing sector is one to watch. Luxury residences continue to attract the interest of high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) and are gaining an increasing share of residential sales.  Rising earnings, business success, a growing pool of high-net-worth individuals and unabated interest from Non-Resident Indians have resulted in a persistent demand for upmarket homes.   Luxury housing cont