Author: Faisal Mahmood

15 finalist teams from across 9 Indian states and Delhi will travel to Mumbai to participate in the first-ever Children’s Earthshot, a two-day programme at the Museum of Solutions, alongside The Earthshot Prize’s 2026 Summit. Five winners, one from each Earthshot category, will be announced at the Children’s Earthshot Awards Ceremony. Each winning team will receive US$2,000 to further develop and implement its environmental solution. The I CAN Earthshot Challenge marks the biggest youth outreach initiative in The Earthshot Prize’s history, engaging close to one million students across 15,000 schools in 24 Indian states. India has produced more Earthshot Prize…

MEROO, a professional nail care brand founded by Jitendra Kumar, officially launched its professional nail product range on October 5, 2026, at Taj West End, Bengaluru. The launch brought together renowned salon owners and nail artists from across Bengaluru to introduce a new range of professional nail care products developed to meet the evolving needs of the salon industry.   Prep, build, polish, glow! The complete MEROO nail edit: salon-grade results, HEMA-free gels and finishes made to last   Drawing on Jitendra Kumar’s experience in the salon supply business through Beauty Centre, a renowned salon supply store in Bengaluru operating…

STTGDC today announced that Neysa, an India-based AI cloud company, has selected STT Noida 2 to host a new deployment of GPU infrastructure and its Velocis AI cloud platform. The deployment will enable enterprises and startups to run production AI workloads in India with predictable latency and data residency.   This deployment marks the first phase of a multi-year working relationship between the two companies. Supporting up to 9,000 GPUs, the first phase is expected to go live from the first quarter of CY2027 and is designed for high-density AI training and inference. Customers will have access to the infrastructure…

As Diwali approaches, so do endless invitations for family get-togethers, office parties, and social events. This festival of lights is a time for bonding, and most of its celebrations are centered around good food and drinks—think ghee-laden sweets, fried snacks, rich mains, and sugary desserts!   Healthy indulgence with California walnuts   While it’s tempting to gorge on the delicious festive spread, the season’s celebrations can lead to overconsumption, which can leave you feeling sluggish, bloated, and even guilty. That’s when intelligent indulgence comes into the picture – it’s all about making mindful choices about relishing foods or treats without…

SBI General Insurance, one of India’s leading general insurance companies, encourages customers to look beyond traditional gifting this festive season and consider health protection as a meaningful gesture of care. Festivals are a time to strengthen relationships and celebrate togetherness, and while conventional gifts bring momentary happiness, the gift of health protection can offer lasting value. Through its flagship retail health insurance product, SBI General Health Alpha, the company offers customers the flexibility to create personalised health insurance plans for themselves and their loved ones, making health and well-being an integral part of festive celebrations.   SBI General Health Alpha…

Gurinder Bhatti is focusing on expanding GB Realty’s presence in Punjab, with residential and commercial developments planned in Mohali and New Chandigarh. In a recent interview with a media house, Bhatti spoke about his business journey and his ambition to build in the region.   Gurinder Bhatti Sets Sights on Building GB Realty’s Real Estate Presence in Punjab   Founded in 2024, GB Realty is developing projects in Mohali and New Chandigarh as it seeks to grow its presence in the Chandigarh-Mohali region. The company has announced plans to invest more than Rs. 5,000 crore over the next three years…

A seven-seat MPV can promise room for the whole family, but fitting everyone in is only half the job. The real test begins when the sun is beating down, someone needs more legroom, and the luggage seems to multiply just before departure.   The VinFast MPV 7 tackles these everyday challenges with practical features designed around how families actually use a car   The VinFast MPV 7 tackles these everyday challenges with practical features designed around how families actually use a car. Here are six worth knowing about.   1. Rear AC Vents with Dedicated Third-Row Control In India’s heat,…

The Report highlights the institutionalisation of 393 vision centres (Drishti Kendras)- part of the Asha Kirana initiative- a significant milestone in the journey towards a blindness-free Karnataka Drishti Kendras reflect Government commitment, multi-sectoral partnership, and Quality assurance, which remain at the core of the integrated strategic framework for long-term viability   Celebrating World Sight Day (8th October) in India, OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation, Government of Karnataka and World Health Organization released a report titled ‘Advancing integrated, people-centred eye-care,’ today.  The Report highlighted the integration of ‘Asha Kirana’ as a specialized services into primary health infrastructure in Karnataka.  The document summarised the phased…

Demonstrating that sustainability and business growth can go hand in hand, 3R ZeroWaste has announced another year of strong performance, maintaining a consistent 15–20% annual growth since its inception in 2020. The company continues to accelerate India’s transition towards a circular economy by helping businesses, institutions and communities transform waste into valuable resources while delivering measurable environmental and social impact.   Founded with the vision of reimagining waste management, 3R ZeroWaste was established to challenge the traditional linear economy “use-and-dispose” model by creating circular solutions that maximize resource recovery and minimize landfill dependence. Today, with operations across India and the…

Chitkara University has achieved a significant milestone in research excellence, with 57 of its researchers recognised among the world’s top 2% of scientists in the latest report by Stanford University and Elsevier. The recognition reflects the University’s growing research contributions and its commitment to advancing knowledge through impactful, interdisciplinary and collaborative research.   57 Chitkara University researchers earn recognition among the world’s Top 2% Scientists in the prestigious Stanford University–Elsevier report   The Stanford–Elsevier report identifies influential researchers across disciplines based on standardised citation indicators and research impact. The inclusion of 57 Chitkara University researchers in this global recognition highlights…