Author: Faisal Mahmood

As India prepares to launch its Carbon Credit Trading System (CCTS), IIM Bangalore, through its Centre for Digital Public Goods (CDPG), convened a roundtable on 19 March 2026 to design an Open Network for Carbon Markets (ONCM). The roundtable brought together leaders representing regulators, market exchange makers, technology service providers, policy makers, senior officers from the forest departments, policy makers and corporate buyers to pave the way forward.   IIM Bangalore The proposed ONCM, built in partnership with Networks for Humanity (NFH), intends to address fundamental barriers that limit India’s participation in global carbon markets. It is designed to mitigate…

A decarbonisation initiative led by the Foundation for MSME Clusters (FMC), supported by HSBC and implemented in collaboration with the Centre for Responsible Business (CRB), has concluded with a strong, measurable impact in the Panipat textile cluster, demonstrating that sustainability can be both practical and profitable for MSMEs.   Business Development Service Provider Interactive session on ERP software for efficient planning and resource management leading to decarbonization The project, “Demonstrating Decarbonisation Pathways through Pilots in Textile SMEs,” set out to enable MSMEs to transition towards low-carbon operations and in doing so, with the recommendations, has projected reduction in annual emissions…

Novelty Wealth, a SEBI-RIA licensed wealth management platform, announced it has raised $1.4 million in seed funding led by IndiaQuotient, with the mission of providing Indian investors a unified, unbiased view of their financial lives – without the complexity, guesswork, and noise.   Novelty Wealth Founders (L–R): Sajal Gupta (CTO), Naveen Changoiwala (CEO), and Apurva Agarwal (CPGO), leading the company’s technology, strategy, and product vision respectively   The funding comes at a pivotal moment as India undergoes a structural shift toward digital, data-driven investment advisory driven by rising retail participation, increased financialisation of savings, and growing demand for transparent, unbiased…

University built around a single philosophy: learning by making University of Design, Innovation & Technology (UDIT) established on the foundation of IIAD’s 10 year legacy Established through an Act of the Haryana State Legislature, building on a decade of design excellence   The University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT) has been formally established in Gurugram through an Act of the Haryana State Legislature. Conceived as a university for creators, UDIT brings together design, technology and management within a single, practice-led framework to enable impactful, real-world outcomes.   University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT)   UDIT builds on the…

VinFast Auto India, a subsidiary of global EV brand VinFast, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CSB Bank, India’s oldest private sector bank, to provide auto and inventory financing for its exclusive dealer network. The partnership aims to deliver a comprehensive and convenient suite of credit solutions for potential customers of the premium electric SUVs VF 6 and VF 7, supporting VinFast’s growth strategy in the world’s third-largest automotive market.   Mr. Tapan Ghosh (left), CEO of VinFast India, and Mr. Narendra Dixit, Head of Retail Banking at CSB Bank, at the signing ceremony   Under the partnership,…

A new product grade launch looks exciting on paper. It signals growth, capability, and a stronger market position. Yet inside a plant, a new grade is not just a new label. It changes the risk map. It can affect line stability, inspection workload, raw material controls, and even customer expectations.Being the Chief Technical Architect at American Precoat, Dr. Shubh Gautam Jaypee approach to grade launches is practical. He does not treat a launch like an announcement. He treats it like a controlled transition that must protect both quality and confidence.He Starts With A Simple Question: Why This Grade Now?Before planning…

The Association for Reinventing School Education (ARISE) convened its Members’ Meeting at Varanasi, bringing together founders and leaders of progressive schools from across India for two days of strategic dialogue, sectoral deliberations, and institutional transition. The meeting marked two years of ARISE as an independent institution and nearly a decade of its collective journey since inception within FICCI, reflecting the organization’s growing credibility as a unified national platform for school leaders.   ARISE members from across India at the ARISE Members’ Meeting, representing a unified community of progressive school leaders   Day One commenced with a Special Address by Dr.…

The Fortis Institute of Minimally Invasive Brain & Spine Surgery was inaugurated at the first annual neurosciences conclave hosted by Fortis Institute of Neurosciences, Mumbai, on March 21st & 22nd 2026. The state-of-the-art institute, designed to cater to patients across the spectrum of neurological and spine disorders, marks a significant step in advancing specialized neuro care for the city of Mumbai. The institute will be helmed by Dr. Jayesh Sardhara, Director – Dept. of Minimally Invasive Brain & Spine Surgery, Fortis Hospitals Mumbai. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Dr. Bishnu Panighari, Group Head – MSOG, Fortis Healthcare; Dr. S.…

Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, has announced the launch of A–Z of Medical Aesthetics, a consumer education initiative to improve understanding of aesthetics and help empower consumers in making informed choices throughout their aesthetic treatment journey.   #A2ZOfMedicalAesthetics is a consumer education initiative by Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company to empower them make informed choices in their aesthetic treatment journey With growing interest in medical aesthetic treatments across India, many consumers actively seek information online. While a lot of information available can be complex and difficult to navigate, Allergan Aesthetics has proactively addressed this by introducing the A–Z of Medical…

CRC Group has engaged with global renowned CBRE to manage integrated facility operations at CRC The Flagship, its large, office led mixed use development located in Sector 140A along the Noida Expressway, as the project moves closer to completion.    CRC Engages CBRE for Facility Management at Office‑Led Commercial Development in Noida Spanning approximately 2.4 million sq. ft., CRC The Flagship has been conceived as a campus style, next generation IT/ITES project, where Grade A+ office spaces anchor the development and are supported by curated retail, food and beverage offerings, and hospitality infrastructure. The project is currently in its final…