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Dr Samir V Kamat, Chairman, Secretary of Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO interacted with the leadership and faculty members of SRM University-AP as part of his visit to the campus, to strengthen research participation of emerging educational institutes in India towards national defence technology and research.   Dr Samir V Kamat, DRDO Chairman with Dr P Sathyanarayanan and Prof. D Narayana Rao from SRM University-AP   During the interaction, Dr Kamat stated that India

be positive 24 Innovation Design continues its winning streak at BIG BANG AWARDS 2025. The agency won the “ Best Design Agency of the Year ” and “ Best Healthcare Agency of the Year ” recognitions at a grand awards ceremony held in Bangalore on 7th February.   Chennai’s be positive 24 Crowned ‘Best Design Agency’ & ‘Best Healthcare Agency’ at BIG BANG AWARDS 2025   ‘be positive 24’ bagged a whopping 6 Gold, 7 Silver

India’s first-ever Elevator & Escalator Symposium & Quiz 2026, held on 13th & 14th February 2026 in Chennai and dedicated exclusively to vertical transportation professionals, brought together leading experts who strongly emphasised the urgent need for uniform codes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance across the country. The two-day landmark event was organised by ISEEVENTUS Pvt Ltd , India’s leading Elevator and Escalator exhibition organisation, and witnessed e

All set with a stronger, broader and more market-relevant showcase for India’s fast evolving gifting, stationery, paper, art & industries, Gifts World Expo Mumbai and Paperworld Mumbai will return with a grand showcase featuring 400 companies. Schedule to held from 26-28 February 2026 at Hall No. 2 & 3, Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra, the platform will become a comprehensive business and networking hub engaging retailers, distributors, corporates, art and craft enthu

Chennai-based Glottis Logistics is aligning its expansion strategy with the infrastructure-led thrust outlined in Union Budget 2026–27, betting that improved freight connectivity and customs modernisation will shape the next phase of India’s trade growth.   Ramkumar Senthilvel, Promoter and Managing Director, Glottis Logistics With capital expenditure set at INR 12.2 lakh crore for FY27, the Centre has reinforced its commitment to multimodal logistics integration, port-linked in

With the participation of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, and bringing together the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Service Chiefs, Chairman DRDO, and senior leadership from the Ministry of Defence, Kalam & Kavach 3.0 - India’s premier defence dialogue platform - will be held on 14–15 April 2026 in New Delhi. The platform is designed to drive outcome-oriented engagement at the highest levels of India’s defence and security establishment.   kalam and kavach 3.0 Building

9-Months Financial Year 2026 (“9M FY’26”) Highlights: Max Financial Services Limited reports 18% growth in consolidated revenue excluding investment income Axis Max Life continues outperforming private industry; Private market share increases by 53 bps to 9.8%  Individual Adjusted First Year Premium at 6,396 crores, grew 20% YoY Gross Written Premium: 25,195 crores, up 18% Year-on-Year (YoY) Measure of profitability – Value of New Business (VNB) at 1,633 crores with

Galgotias University witnessed strong engagement and sustained footfall on Day One of the AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam. The five-day summit, running from February 16 to 20, opened to significant participation from academicians, policymakers, technology leaders, startup founders, and industry delegates, with the Galgotias pavilion emerging as a key attraction.   Galgotias University Pavilion at AI Impact Summit 2026, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi   The Galgotias stall stood out

Uppal Brewers & Distillers (UBD), the premium beverage arm of The Uppal Group, today announced the commencement of its dedicated production operations in Ponda, Goa. UBD’s investment in this new infrastructure signals the Company's progress toward high-gear commercial output of the brand’s premium portfolio. Since debuting its flagship label, Soorahi, in January 2025, followed by the launch of Madhvan last August, UBD has leveraged Goa’s progressive framework and reputa

At a moment when artificial intelligence is reshaping creativity, climate change is redefining design briefs, and culture itself is being renegotiated, ZEITGEIST 2026 brought together some of the most compelling voices in art, architecture and design to ask a pressing question: What does it mean to design consciously in our time?   Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Chair of ZEITGEIST 2026 and Vice-Chancellor of the World University of Design   Held on 12 th and 13 th February at Bharat Mandapam, New D

Salesforce , the #1* AI CRM platform, today successfully concluded The Great Asia AI Summit 2026 (GAAIS), a pan-Asian virtual summit on the future of enterprise AI. The event brought together leaders from India and Southeast Asia to discuss how agent-led systems are transforming enterprise operations and customer experiences.   The summit was anchored around the theme “ Rise of Enterprise Agents, ” GAAIS 2026 examined how AI is evolving beyond insight generation. The discussions

What does the legendary Carrington training ground look like from the inside? And what is it like to watch a game from the VIP box at Old Trafford?   Parimatch Sports, a premium sportswear brand inspired by top athletes, gave a group of Indian influencers and passionate Manchester United supporters the opportunity to win a special fan experience with the club. From January 30 to February 2, Rajat Pawar, Apoorva Jadaun, Gurdeep Rai, and Nita Shilimkar travelled to Manchester to immerse thems

India’s fitness icon, Milind Soman, has announced a landmark Hill Highway Run in Kerala, scheduled for February 22, 2026. This 22-kilometer run will showcase the once-impenetrable terrains of the Western Ghats, now transformed into a world-class corridor of connectivity.   Milind Soman to run Kerala’s Hill Highway on February 22nd   The run will take place on the Kuttikkanam - Kattappana stretch of the Idukki Hill Highway. Built by the Government of Kerala and funded by the

Dr Anand R Shenoy , Senior Interventional Cardiologist, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore, CAD develops when the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed due to the buildup of fatty deposits, reducing oxygen delivery to the heart muscle. If left untreated, CAD can lead to chest pain, breathlessness, heart attacks, and long-term complications affecting quality of life.   Dr Anand R Shenoy, Senior Interventional Cardiologist, Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangal

HDFC Life , one of India’s leading life insurance companies, unveiled its latest brand campaign, which is built on a powerful insight that as parents it is important to pass on the right values to children, as they also prepare for their child’s financial future. The campaign brings together an interesting and emotive narrative highlighting the indispensable role parents play in shaping the future generation.   Build a legacy of values and financial security Rising costs and evo

This Valentine’s Day, Carysil shifts the spotlight from grand gestures to the kind of love that appears in everyday moments: unplanned, imperfect, but deeply sincere. Through its latest Valentine’s Day campaign film featuring Chunky Panday and Bhavana Pandey, the brand brings alive the idea that intention matters more than perfection.   Carysil’s Valentine’s Day campaign film celebrates imperfect but intentional love, highlighting intuitive, tech-enabled kitchen appl

Taking a giant leap in the global space-science research, the students of Chandigarh University have been designated as NASA Citizen Scientists under the internationally renowned International Asteroid Search Campaign (IASC), a prestigious citizen-science initiative by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently.   Chandigarh University Students along with University Officials after receiving NASA Citizen Scientists certificates; initiative by National Aeronautics and Spac

Bajaj Finance Limited, one of India’s leading non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), continues to offer instant personal loans with quick and hassle-free approvals, enabling customers to apply for personal loan quickly and conveniently through its advanced digital platform. This efficient lending experience reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to simplifying access to credit through technology-driven financial solutions.   Bajaj Finserv Personal Loan With rising financial

The excitement continued on Day 2 of the ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026 as global policymakers, industry leaders, economists and entrepreneurs convened to decode the next phase of global and Indian growth amid disruption, technological transformation and shifting geopolitics.   The day opened with a welcome address by Y Rama Rao, Senior Managing Director and CEO, Spark Capital, who set the tone for conversations on capital, confidence and long-term growth. This was followed by a special

In a heartfelt gesture towards community welfare, NR Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the NR Group, has donated 14 three-seater metal sofa sets to the District Hospital & Epidemic Diseases Hospital, Mysuru. This initiative is part of the Foundation’s ongoing mission to improve healthcare infrastructure and ensure dignity and comfort for patients and their families.   NR Foundation donates 14 three-seater metal sofa sets to the District Hospital & Epidemic Diseases Hospital

With the Truecaller Customer Experience solution, KreditBee strengthens users' communication with a trusted, verified, and contextual experience. Redefining the fintech industry with enhanced trust, safety, and efficiency in every communication interaction.   KreditBee , India’s leading online credit solution provider, has successfully leveraged its partnership with Truecaller , the leading global communications platform to enhance customer interactions, continuing to build t

At a recent Broccoli Consumption Conference held in Mumbai, voices from across food, health, sports, and agriculture came together to talk about something refreshingly simple: eating better, every day. The discussions focused on preventive nutrition, the importance of vegetables in daily diets, and how smarter food choices can improve public health while also supporting farmers.   Chef Sanjeev Kapoor with Sakata Seed Team   Held under the theme “From Soil to Soul, From Farm to Fo

EBITDA of Rs. 2,396 Mn in Q3 FY26, up by 36.0% YoY PAT of Rs. 1,932 Mn in Q3 FY26, up by 36.8% YoY   Balu Forge Industries Ltd. (the “Company” or “BFIL”) (BSE: 531112 | NSE: BALUFORGE), a leading precision engineering and manufacturing company, has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended 31st December 2025.   Consolidated Financial Performance: Rs. Mn Q3 FY26 Q3 FY25 Y-o-Y (%) Q2 FY26 Q-o-Q (%) 9M FY26 9M FY25 Y-o-Y Revenu

The Bharat Collection Summit & Awards 2026 —India’s only comprehensive collections ecosystem platform—returns with elevated purpose, industry-defining leadership, and a bold commitment to transform collections from policy to performance.   The Nation’s Largest & Most Influential Collections Platform   The Brainalytics — the unique organisers and creators of the Bharat Collection Summit , known for building industry-defining forums that go beyond ev

MicroSave Consulting (MSC) convened a high-level pre-summit event in New Delhi focused on practical pathways to scale climate-resilient agriculture using artificial intelligence (AI) anchored in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). The discussion brought together policymakers, development partners, technology leaders, and practitioners to move from fragmented pilots to sustained public delivery at scale.   Srivalli Krishnan, Deputy Director, Agricultural Development, Gates Foundation; Kunjb

NeoClinic Children Hospital continues to set the standard for paediatric and neonatal care in North India, offering families access to comprehensive, specialized healthcare services that combine advanced medical technology with compassionate, child-centered treatment. Since its establishment in 2010, NeoClinic has earned the trust of thousands of families across Rajasthan and neighbouring states, establishing itself as the region's largest and most comprehensive paediatric healthcare institu

Fortis Hospital , Mulund today announced the launch of reimagined and enhanced next-generation Emergency Medicine Department (ER) – the New Age ER – designed to deliver rapid, protocol-driven, and outcome-focused emergency care. With advanced resuscitation infrastructure, and globally benchmarked workflows, the ‘New Age ER’ marks significant advancement in emergency preparedness for Mumbai. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Hon. Hemarajsingh Rajput (IPS) – Dy.

Every February 14, the world slows down to celebrate love and the joys of companionship with red roses, heart-shaped chocolates and candlelit dinners. Long-lasting partnerships, though, require sustained effort and a strong commitment to shared values in order to co-create personal and professional success. At their best, compatible partners complement one another, offer steady support, and work side by side to achieve common goals. Just like perfectly well-matched co-travellers Ritesh Bawri, Fo

Conscious greetings on the sacred occasion of Mahasivratri Grand Night — The Great Vigil of Leadership. The World Yogi Day movement is proud to announce a series of transformative programs led by Nandhiji, designed to deepen awareness and foster conscious leadership during this sacred window of time.   Maha Sivratri 2026 - Leadership Of Consciousness   Mahasivratri is the night of Turiya, the field of stillness beyond time, where awareness deepens, perception clarifies, and the m

Today, Mars, Incorporated announced the appointment of Manish Syag as Managing Director of its Pet Nutrition division in India. Manish will lead the business, home to some of the country’s most trusted and pioneering pet food brands, including PEDIGREE ®, WHISKAS® , SHEBA®, among others.   Manish Syag, Managing Director, Mars Pet Nutrition   Manish brings over two decades of FMCG leadership experience, having held senior sales leadership roles at Hindustan Unilever Li

ULI India Annual Conference in February. Scheduled for 26 February 2026 at the Four Seasons, Worli, Mumbai, the conference is anchored around the theme “Big Ideas Shaping Indian Cities.” It will bring together senior leaders from India and across Europe, the US, and Asia to examine the forces redefining the country’s urban future.   The ULI India team committed to advancing best practices in urban development and fostering meaningful industry dialogue   Established wi

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water company has partnered with Edathala Grama Panchayat, and Green Worms Waste Management Private Limited for a door-to-door waste management and public awareness campaign. As part of Bisleri’s Bottles for Change initiative, the campaign is being rolled out across wards of the panchayat with the objective of strengthening waste management practices and reinforcing mandatory segregation at source at the household level. 

In its continuous tryst to strengthen global education excellence and academic leadership, Galgotias University reaffirmed its commitment at the India–Arab University Presidents’ Summit held at Ajman University today.   Dr. Dhruv Galgotia at the India–Arab University Presidents’ Summit   The summit’s Presidential Roundtable, titled From Vision to Action, convened higher education leaders to explore strategic pathways for cross-border collaboration, researc

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. , India’s Largest Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMO), announced its financial results for the third quarter of FY26.   Q3 FY 26 saw strong performance across its key business segments. CDMO saw a revenue growth of over 16% spurred on by double digit increase in volumes. The international branded formulation segment more than doubled sequentially led by demand recovery across its key markets.   Adj EBITDA increased 21

Ameera Shah-led Metropolis Healthcare Limited (NSE: METROPOLIS | BSE: 542650), India’s second largest and the most trusted pathology laboratory chain, hosted a high-impact Scientific Symposium on Genomics, bringing together over 300 clinicians, researchers, scientists and academicians to advance the clinical integration of genomic diagnostics across India’s healthcare ecosystem.    Eminent healthcare leaders and scientific experts at the Metropolis Centre of Genomics Scient

Enrich Money , a SEBI-registered online trading and wealth-tech firm, has announced the launch of its fully in-house, India-built advanced stock charting platform, ORCA Chart, developed entirely by its internal technology and R&D team. Designed to meet the evolving needs of traders and investors, ORCA Chart offers unrestricted access to all predefined and premium technical indicators at no additional cost, delivering institutional-grade analytical capabilities to retail participants.  

Signed MoU with Government of Maharashtra for this incubator facility in Navi Mumbai Will Establish World’s First Global Mid-TRL Innovation Acceleration and Skilling Institute Plans for hubs in other major tech hubs in India such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune   CANEUS International, in partnership with the Government of Maharashtra (India) recently announced plans to establish the world’s first dedicated Mid-TRL (Technology Readiness Level 4–6) Institute in Mumbai Metro

Calling all students with a love for speed, innovation and big ideas. The Duolingo English Test (DET) is kicking off the ‘DETermined to Drive’ Contest: a chance for you to think like a motorsport engineer, showcase your creativity and win experiences most motorsport fans only dream of.   Duolingo English Test (DET) kicks off the ‘DETermined to Drive’ Contest What’s the challenge? Imagine you’re part of a race car engineering team. What’s one modific

The two-day Kala Literature Festival 2026 concluded at the Civil Services Officers’ Institute (CSOI), New Delhi, on a high note, bringing together senior civil servants, industry leaders, acclaimed authors, poets, artists, and cultural performers in a vibrant celebration of storytelling, ideas, and creative expression.   Sanjay Chandra and the other dignitaries with the Jury Members of Kala Literature Awards 2026   Organised by Kala – Krazy About Literature And Arts, an ini

REnergy Dynamics (RED) announced today that its Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant in Nagothane, Maharashtra has become the fastest CBG plant in India to cross its nameplate capacity of more than 21 tons per day (TPD). This milestone makes it the only plant in India to have achieve its capacity in less than 24 months. Additionally, it is only the second industrial scale multi-feedstock plant in India to achieve full nameplate production.   RED delivers India’s Fastest CBG Plant to achieve

Jeevansathi has released its latest data-led report, The Big Shift: How India Is Rewriting the Rules of Partner Search and Marriage, analyzing a decade of user trends (2016-2025) along with survey insights from over 30,000 active users in 2026. The report uncovers measurable shifts in how Indians are choosing partners - from weakening caste preferences and rising remarriage acceptance to delayed timelines, evolving gender roles and a hybrid model of family involvement. Key findings highlight a 4

TimBuckdo , India’s emerging student-first social commerce platform, today announced the successful closure of its Rs. 2.70 crore funding round, following its appearance on Ideabaaz, the national television entrepreneurship show aired on Z TV and Z5.   TimBuckDo Closes Rs 2.70 Crore Funding Round Backed by Industry Titans and VCs After National TV Showcase on Ideabaaz   The interest generated during TimBuckdo’s participation on Ideabaaz has now culminated in a completed and

The Company’s entry into Gold finance business began with 130 branches via an acquisition deal in June 2025 Within 8 months of acquisition, the Company has added over 130 new branches    L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) , (formerly known as L&T Finance Holdings Ltd.), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, today announced a major milestone in its retail strategy by doubling its Gold Loan branch network to over 260 branches nationwide. This rapid

As gold and silver prices trade near recent highs, wealthtech platform Stable Money is seeing record transaction volumes in precious metal ETFs, driven by growing investor demand for safe, transparent, and SEBI-regulated investment options. This momentum is reinforced by Stable Money’s leadership on the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), where it drives over 95% of all mutual fund transactions on the network. This position reflects strong investor trust built through early ONDC inte

Danube Group’s Founder and Chairman – Rizwan Sajan , Group Managing Director – Adel Sajan, Director of Agency Relationships – Sana Sajan, along with cricket legend and Danube’s Global Ambassador – Brett Lee.   Danube Properties Launches ‘Serenz by Danube’ in JVC   Located in the heart of Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) , the project is envisioned as “A World of Amenities,” combining luxury, wellness, and community-focused living

India’s real estate sector is entering a structurally transformative phase, with infrastructure expansion, demographic shifts, and rising capital market participation expected to define the industry’s next decade of growth. The outlook was highlighted by industry leaders at CREDAI Maharashtra’s 11th edition of MahaCON , the state body’s flagship real estate conclave, held in Mumbai from Feb 9-11.   CREDAI Maharashtra Leadership at the 11th MahaCon   Speaking at

Three-day global conference bringing together diverse stakeholders All 17 UN SDGs to be addressed through panel discussions, keynote presentations, and masterclasses Expected participation of academicians, policymakers, NGO leaders, researchers, industry partners, and representatives from the Government    Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, is set to host the Manipal Global SDG Convergence - 2026 (MAGSCON-26), a landmark inte

The ET Now Global Business Summit (GBS) 2026 goes live today, bringing together some of the most influential voices in business and policy. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the summit, lending momentum to conversations taking place at a time when global economies face tightening financial conditions, technological disruption and geopolitical volatility. The two-day summit will see participation from Union Ministers Chirag Paswan and Jyotiraditya Scindia, along with Chief Ministers Deven

A multidisciplinary medical team at Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli, led by expert plastic surgeon, pediatrician, Anesthesiologist, and Critical care team successfully saved the life of an eight-year-old boy who sustained severe burn injuries in a fire accident at his home during a religious festival. The child sustained second- and third-degree burns involving nearly 22 per cent of his body surface area, affecting both thighs gluteal region and part of the abdomen.   Kauvery Hospital,Tirunel

SRM University-AP will hold a Special Convocation on February 14, 2026, to recognise and honour Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and Chairman, DRDO with the prestigious Honoris Causa degree. The university will honour Dr Kamat for his outstanding contributions to India’s self-reliance and technological strength in defence systems.   The Special Convocation will be graced by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Hon’ble Minister of State (I/C) for Law & Justi