Author: Faisal Mahmood

Anant National University co-hosted the Mass Timber Workshop 2026 on 24 and 25 September at its Ahmedabad campus. Organised by the US Softwood Export Council (SEC) and Anant National University, with support from the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) under the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP), the workshop brought together stakeholders to explore the role of mass timber in advancing sustainable construction in India.   Anant National University Hosts Mass Timber Workshop 2026, Championing Sustainable Construction and a Greener Future   As the construction sector grows, the need for environmentally responsible building practices becomes increasingly important. Mass timber offers an…

Sameera Groups, one of India’s leading diversified business groups with interests spanning land bank generation, real estate, warehousing, education, hospitality, and renewable energy, has unveiled its ambitious township development portfolio spanning approximately 2,500+ acres across Tamil Nadu and other key markets in India.   Sameera – The largest Township developer of Tamil Nadu   With 10+ ongoing township developments across strategic locations, Sameera Group is focused on developing large-format, integrated communities across key growth corridors. These developments are envisioned to bring together diverse residential, commercial and social infrastructure, creating well-planned communities designed for future growth.   The proposed and ongoing…

Ahead of the Men’s ODI World Cup 2027, Khel Now, one of India’s leading digital sports platforms, and Cricketaaa, a UAE-based global cricket content and distribution network, have entered into a strategic partnership to expand the global reach of cricket storytelling and connect audiences across international markets. The collaboration will bring together Khel Now’s digital sports presence in India and Cricketaaa’s network spanning 38 international cricket associations and Test-playing nations. The two organisations will work towards developing and distributing up to 1,000 hours of original cricket content, covering players, teams, tournaments and stories from across the cricketing world. The initiative…

India’s emerging clean fuel corridors, expanding port infrastructure and growing maritime ecosystem are set to play a key role in the country’s transition towards a globally connected green hydrogen economy, according to discussions at S&P Global Energy’s Horizons Clean Energy Expansion India 2026.   S&P Global Energy launched “India’s Maritime Energy Gateway”, an infographic that brings together port-level trade data, clean fuel projects, fleet and shipbuilding activity and emerging green hydrogen corridors. Launched by Shri Venkatesapathy S., IAS, Joint Secretary (Shipping), Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the gateway maps India’s evolving maritime energy landscape and its growing role in…

For years, India’s real estate map was drawn around a handful of large cities. Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and a few others absorbed most of the attention, capital and new supply. The map looks less concentrated now.   Tier-2 cities are emerging as key real estate growth destinations, driven by infrastructure, connectivity and urbanisation   A recent CII-Knight Frank study puts residential price growth across 11 emerging markets at 63% between 2021 and 2026, compared with 42% across India’s eight largest cities. Chandigarh Tricity and Lucknow are among the markets identified in the study. The numbers are significant, but the…

Bajaj Broking today launched its investment application plugin in ChatGPT, making live portfolio data available inside ChatGPT through a native, in-app connection, with no developer setup required. The plugin is an open standard that lets AI assistants securely connect to external apps and data sources. Once connected, investors can ask ChatGPT natural-language questions about their holdings and positions, live market quotes, view orders, funds, and P&L, while getting answers directly and securely from their live Bajaj Broking account.   This AI integration is a ready-to-use plugin, rather than a developer tool. So far, connecting a demat and trading account to…

Volvo Construction Equipment India commercially launched the EC650, a 65T class excavator, a landmark addition to its mining line-up, at the bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2026. Powered by the popular Volvo D13E engine delivering 435 hp, the EC650 is engineered for superior durability and best-in-class fuel efficiency, with a robust undercarriage, heavy-duty boom and arm, and advanced hydraulics built to withstand the toughest mass excavation and mining applications. The product is available for immediate deliveries to mining customers as the buying season begins. The product will also be available through Volvo’s Equipment-as-a-Service offering, reinforcing the company’s customer-centric approach to accelerating the adoption…

Every growing Indian business pays a hidden operational tax: manager-hours spent chasing stock figures, purchase approvals and payment follow-ups across spreadsheets and WhatsApp groups. Businesses using flowpilot by Svelto report saving up to 100 hours a month by converting these disconnected processes into live workflows-using AI to move faster while keeping critical business decisions under human control.   flowpilot turns plain English into live workflows in one day – AI builds at speed, while your people control every critical approval flowpilot is an AI-powered Operations OS built on a straightforward observation: enterprise workflow software has often remained out of reach…

MSI, a global leader in gaming, content creation, and business & productivity laptops, today announced the official availability of the Cyborg 15 Max series in India, comprising the Cyborg 15 Max C2W and Cyborg 15 Max C13W. Featuring a distinctive cyberpunk-inspired design in a lightweight, portable chassis, the new Cyborg 15 Max lineup is built for Indian gamers, students, and everyday users who want reliable, AI-ready performance without compromising on mobility.   MSI Cyborg 15 Max “With the Cyborg 15 Max, we are bringing our latest generation of AI-ready performance to gamers and students across India at an accessible price…

RUSAL, one of the world’s largest producers of low-carbon aluminium, participated in the inaugural edition of INNOPROM India 2026, held from 9-11 September at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. It is the first edition of Russia’s flagship industrial exhibition to take place in India.   ‘RUSAL’s exhibition stall at the inaugural edition of INNOPROM India 2026’   At its exhibition stall, RUSAL showcased its portfolio of low-carbon aluminium products, including its flagship ALLOW brand, which is produced using renewable hydropower.   The Company also highlighted its expanding engagement with India through strategic investments and workforce development initiatives that support closer industrial…