Author: Faisal Mahmood

As construction and urban development projects grow in scale and complexity across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA), reliable supply chains, efficient procurement and predictable project delivery remain key priorities for the industry. With India’s construction market projected to reach USD 1.1 trillion by 2031, growing demand for infrastructure, housing and sustainable building solutions presents opportunities for Indian manufacturers to expand their reach into regional market, according to Aranca. Responding to these priorities, Big 5 Global returns from 23 – 26 November 2026 to the Dubai World Trade Centre, helping businesses broaden sourcing strategies and support more efficient…

Renowned education pioneer and philanthropist Sunny Varkey, founder of GEMS Education, the Varkey Foundation, and the USD 1 million Global Teacher Prize, has been honoured with the prestigious 2026 Eisenhower Global Transformation Award for being a true trailblazer in education – continuing a remarkable legacy that he and his family have championed for nearly 70 years. Presented to him by celebrated broadcaster Gayle King at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Global Awards Gala on the evening of 9 November in New York, the award recognises his lifelong dedication to expanding access to quality learning and elevating the vital role of teachers…

When it comes to food, children can be the toughest critics! One day, it’s their absolute favourite; the next, it’s met with a suspicious stare and a firm “no, thank you!” This Children’s Day, turn mealtime into something little foodies can look forward to with a delicious twist on familiar favorites. From comforting Masala Macaroni with California Walnut Meat and fluffy California Walnut and Banana Pancakes to irresistible California Walnut, Chocolate and Date Bark, these recipes bring together fun flavours, exciting textures and the wholesome goodness of California Walnuts. Packed with beneficial nutrients, including plant-based omega-3 ALA, California Walnuts make…

STTGDC, a leading provider of AI-ready colocation data centre services, has inaugurated STTGDC NOI2, adding 22 MW of critical IT load capacity to its Noida campus.   The new facility forms part of approximately 200 MW of planned IT capacity across Delhi NCR, strengthening STTGDC’s ability to support hyperscalers, cloud service providers and enterprises as demand grows for scalable, high-performance digital infrastructure.   Developed in line with global standards and purpose-built for mission-critical workloads, STTGDC NOI2 combines resilient power infrastructure, carrier-neutral connectivity, advanced monitoring and comprehensive security. The facility is designed to provide customers with the reliability, flexibility and capacity…

ProGrow International, led by its Chairman, Dr. Rashmi Saluja, hosted a high-level international diplomatic, cultural and business engagement in collaboration with H.E. Mr. Sardor Rustambaev, Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to India, at The Ashok Hotel, New Delhi. The gathering brought together distinguished ambassadors, high commissioners, diplomats, government representatives, senior policymakers, business leaders, investors and representatives of leading trade and industry chambers to explore new avenues of economic, financial and strategic cooperation.   Former Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Y Chandrachud with Dr Murli Manoharlal Joshi  with H.E. Mr. Sergio Gor (Amb of USA) and Dr Rashmi Saluja  …

New York World Trade Centers Association® (WTCA®), an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Center® (WTC®) locations across nearly 100 countries and territories, successfully concluded its 2026 WTCA Member Forum, held virtually October 27-28. The two-day event brought together nearly 200 WTC colleagues representing 109 WTC businesses across 42 countries and territories to explore how shifting global trade dynamics, emerging technologies and international partnerships are shaping the future of business.   Under the theme “Connecting Ideas. Shaping What’s Next,” this year’s Member Forum emphasized that the WTCA network is most valuable when Members actively share knowledge, build…

Paisabazaar, one of India’s leading financial platforms, has strengthened its instant personal loan programme with 18 lending partners, including six leading banks, enabling eligible borrowers to access personal loans with disbursal within two hours through a digital journey.   Paisabazaar strengthens its instant personal loan programme with 18 lenders, offering loans up to Rs. 7 lakh with disbursal within two hours The breadth and depth of partnerships bring together banks, NBFCs and fintech lenders under the programme, offering borrowers a wider choice of loan offers based on their eligibility and requirements. By bringing multiple lenders onto a single platform, Paisabazaar…

Expanding its three-decade journey in real estate and development, HiLITE Group is set to enter the investment management sector with the introduction of its new vertical, HiLITE Investment Management. The venture marks an expansion of the Group’s presence beyond real estate development, into a new area of business. Its first offering, HiLITE Ethical Fund 1, is a real estate-focused fund with a maximum fund size of Rs. 200 crore, marking the beginning of the Group’s journey in professionally managed investment opportunities.   Logo of HiLITE Investment Management Registered with SEBI as a Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), HiLITE Ethical Fund…

EMCON 2026, the international conference on Emergency Medicine and the 28th national conference of the Society for Emergency Medicine India (SEMI), concluded with a triumph in Mumbai, bringing together more than 2,000 delegates, 300 national faculty members and over 50 international faculty members. The conference comprised of three days of scientific exchange about clinical innovation and global collaboration, featuring a packed agenda with 6 parallel workshop tracks, 60 themed sessions and live simulation theatres.    EMCON 2026 – Inauguration Moment   Hosted from October 30th to November 1st, 2026, at Powai, Mumbai, the conference was organised under the leadership of…

Almondz Global Securities Limited (AGSL) has reported a 136.5 per cent year-on-year increase in consolidated profit to Rs 9.13 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, compared with Rs 3.86 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.   Navjeet Singh Sobti, Founder, Almondz Group   Consolidated revenue increased 17.9 per cent to Rs 40.09 crore from Rs 34.00 crore during the same period, supported by growth in infrastructure consulting and contributions from the Group’s diversified business operations.   The quarterly performance comes amid continued expansion across the Almondz Group’s financial services, infrastructure consulting and green fuel…