Author: Faisal Mahmood

Christopher Nolan, Matt Damon and Tom Holland brought Hollywood’s spotlight to Mumbai as they arrived at Phoenix Palladium for the India premiere of The Odyssey. As part of the film’s global promotional tour, the Academy Award-winning filmmaker chose Mumbai as the only Indian stop, with the premiere held at the state-of-the-art PVR IMAX at Phoenix Palladium.   Emma Thomas, Tom Holland, Matt Damon and Christopher Nolan at PVR ICON, Phoenix Palladium   Recognised as one of the best luxury malls in India, Phoenix Palladium offered a fitting setting for the premiere of one of the year’s most anticipated films. The…

The current phase of commercial real estate in India sees a combination of retail and office developments that are not functioning as independent asset classes anymore. As business grows, consumption becomes higher and GCCs expand their footprints, office and retail integrated development which consists of Grade A office spaces along with top-class retail has become a sought after investment destination. Leasing of office spaces in India has seen all time high figures due to the expansion of GCCs and MNCs. Retail leasing in India too has seen all time high figures in India.   Retail and commercial real estate are…

India’s defence drone ecosystem is moving beyond pilots and prototypes into a phase defined by manufacturing scale, procurement visibility and operational deployment. The government’s continued push for indigenous defence production, combined with lessons from recent conflicts and evolving battlefield requirements, is creating a stronger pipeline for homegrown drone manufacturers.   Gamma Rotors   The policy direction has become increasingly clear. Addressing the National Defence Industries Conclave, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India must become a global hub for drone manufacturing, describing indigenous drone production as critical for strategic autonomy and defence preparedness. The government also highlighted that 676 startups, MSMEs…

Fortis Hospitals Mumbai today announced the launch of ‘Har Ghar Hero’, a first-of-its-kind, community-led CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) preparedness movement aimed at empowering Mumbaikars with the knowledge, skills and confidence to respond effectively during cardiac emergencies. Bringing together citizens from the length and breadth of Mumbai, across housing societies, corporates, schools, colleges and civic bodies, under one unified movement, the initiative reinforces a simple message – every household should have at least one person trained in CPR, a ‘Hero’ who can step forward when every second counts.   Fortis Mumbai launches ‘Har Ghar Hero’ initiative to build CPR-ready Mumbai with (L-R)…

VAHDAM® India, a leading homegrown wellness brand bringing India’s finest teas, herbs, botanicals, and wellness products to the global stage, has been ranked among India’s Top 5 Great Workplaces 2026 by Great Place To Work®. The company has also been recognized among India’s Best Workplaces™ in FMCG 2026, India’s Great Mid-size Workplaces 2026, and Best Workplaces in Manufacturing 2026.   VAHDAM® India Ranks Among India’s Top 5 Great Workplaces 2026   This prestigious recognition underscores VAHDAM® India’s unwavering commitment to fostering a progressive, people-first workplace culture. With a strong focus on empowering employees through continuous learning, leadership development, transparent leadership, and meaningful ownership,…

Knee replacement surgery is entering a new era where restoring natural knee mechanics is becoming as important as relieving pain. Reflecting this shift, Dr. Vetri Kumar, Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Parvathy Hospital, Chennai, has become the first surgeon in South Asia to complete more than 300 Total Knee Replacement procedures using the Evolution® Medial-Pivot Knee System in less than a year, establishing himself as a leading advocate of personalised knee replacement and kinematic alignment.   Dr. Vetri Kumar and Mr Syed Hussainy with patients   This milestone reflects growing confidence in an approach that prioritises restoring native knee kinematics…

EAAA Alternatives, the alternatives arm of Edelweiss, today announced that the third series of its performing credit fund ESOF III, has returned the entire drawn investor capital, marking a significant milestone in the Fund’s lifecycle. This significant development follows the successful exit of an INR 950 crore investment in a global agrochemical platform. The Fund continues to maintain two portfolio investments of the total 17 investments, both of which are performing in line with expectations and remain on track for realization, positioning the Fund for further value creation.   With a fund size of INR 7,250 crore, ESOF III is…

Chennai-based Shiksha Financial Services India Private Limited (“Shiksha Finance” or “Shiksha”) announced the conclusion of a securitisation transaction with DMI Housing Finance Private Limited, a National Housing Bank (NHB)-registered housing finance company committed to expanding access to affordable housing finance, particularly for lower-income and economically weaker sections. With a presence across 9 states and a network of 67 operational branches, DMI Housing Finance participated in the transaction as the investor. The transaction marks Shiksha’s first debt fundraising from a housing finance company. The transaction involved the issuance of pass-through certificates (PTCs) by “Micro-LAP Empower June 2026”, a special purpose vehicle…

New businesses signing up on Cashfree pay zero payment gateway fees on their first Rs. 20 lakh sale, valid till 31st March 2027 Sellers go live within minutes, get next-day settlements and a dedicated account manager through the entire festive season The offer is the best among India’s payments industry, pairing a full fee waiver with fastest onboarding and settlements   Cashfree Payments, India’s leading AI-native payments company, today announced it is offering 0% payment gateway fees for all new businesses signing up on its platform, on the first Rs. 20 lakh of Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) until 31st March…

Galgotias University welcomed a high-level delegation of government officials, industry leaders and academic experts from Japan, along with representatives of the Governments of India and Uttar Pradesh, for discussions on academic and research collaboration. The talks prioritised three technologies central to the global sustainability agenda, Green Hydrogen, Electric Vehicles and Semiconductors, while keeping the door open to partnerships across a much wider range of disciplines.   Galgotias University welcomes the Japanese delegation to advance India-Japan collaboration in green hydrogen, EVs, semiconductors and academic research   The deliberations explored joint research programmes, technology exchange and academic partnerships, opening new pathways for…