Author: Faisal Mahmood

The city witnessed one of the largest blood donation drives last week at Shri KVO Sthanakwasi Jain Mahajan Wadi in Mumbai, strengthening the accessibility of blood for patients in need across the city. The drive saw participation from 5000 voluntary donors, resulting in the collection of 5000 units of blood.   Tarun Mitra Mandal Unites Community Volunteers in a Large-Scale Blood Donation Drive Organized by HAB Pharma This initiative – coordinated by Tarun Mitra Mandal of Mumbai – is part of HAB Pharma’s ongoing efforts to support community healthcare and promote voluntary blood donation. Conducted for the 3rd consecutive year,…

Homes today are more than just places to live; they are personal spaces that reflect mood, taste, and lifestyle. Thoughtful use of light, texture, and design can make a home feel both calm and expressive. One popular approach is pairing 3D tile surfaces with soft, cloud-white carpet tiles. This combination balances structure with comfort, creating rooms that are visually engaging yet inviting. Three-dimensional tiles add depth and movement, while cloud-white flooring brings warmth and softness underfoot, creating modern, elegant interiors without feeling overwhelming.   Modern interiors with 3D tiles and cloud white carpet flooring Why 3D Tiles and Cloud White…

Marketplace currently features CaratLane with 2 more large jewellers launching in a couple of days & several more set to be added in the coming months. Over time, the company aims to build India’s leading jeweller marketplace, bringing together trusted brands, co-creating innovative products with jewellers and helping users consistently access the best value for money.   Gullak, a digital gold savings platform, today announced the launch of India’s first jeweller savings scheme marketplace, bringing leading jewellery brands onto a single digital platform. The marketplace currently features CaratLane, with two more large jewellers set to launch in the coming days,…

Crompton, one of India’s most iconic consumer brands, has been recognised as the World’s No. 1 Ceiling Fan Brand by Euromonitor International, a global leading independent market research company. This recognition by Euromonitor International Limited places Crompton among a select group of iconic Indian brands that have achieved true global leadership — setting benchmarks not just at home, but across international markets.   Crompton earns global recognition as the World’s No. 1 Ceiling Fan Brand, as ranked by Euromonitor International   With a proud legacy of 85+ years, Crompton’s journey mirrors the evolution of Indian innovation, from earning trust in…

In a major push to future-proof Indiaʼs fastest-growing city against climate stress, UnboxingBLR – in partnership with Social Alpha and WTFund, and supported by the Government of Karnataka and the Greater Bengaluru Authority GBA – announced today, the five winning startups of Namma Bengaluru Challenge ʼ26 (NBC ʼ26) that will each receive Rs. 25 lakhs to deploy their innovations across Bengaluru.   UnboxingBLR – Namma Bengaluru Challenge ’26 winners with jury   NBC ’26 is turning Bengaluru into a sandbox for finding solutions to climate-triggered challenges that the city faces. The challenge aspires to test ideas that can be piloted…

Not many may be aware that before Surat rose to prominence as a global diamond hub, Navsari held that prestigious position. For decades, Navsari was renowned for its skilled gem artists whose craftsmanship added brilliance and value to diamonds traded across international markets. However, as time progressed, Navsari gradually lost its dominance. Surat, benefiting from superior infrastructure, better connectivity, and a rapidly expanding industrial ecosystem, began attracting diamond businesses and skilled labour, slowly overtaking Navsari in the diamond trade.   From Diamond to Sun: How Goldi Solar Reignited Navsari’s Sparkle   The downturn became more pronounced following the global financial…

VinFast received a double honor at the Auto9 Awards 2026, with the “New Entrant of the Year” award and the “Value for Money Car of the Year” award for the VF 6. The award, which honors the best automotive and motorcycle brands and products in the Indian market, recognizes VinFast’s strong progress since entering the market, its long-term direction in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, and its consumer-centric approach to building a product portfolio aligned with local preferences.   Mr. Arunodoy Das, Deputy CEO of VinFast India – Sales received the award from Mr. Nitin Gadkari, Hon. Union Minister of…

Pepe Jeans London elevates its denim portfolio with the launch of Shiruku, a premium denim line inspired by the refined touch of Japanese silk, celebrated for its exceptional softness and smoothness.   Shiruku Denim by Pepe Jeans London   Crafted for consumers who value comfort as much as style, Shiruku introduces the innovative features of fine textile engineering with sophisticated design to provide superior comfort, soft feel, and style.   Inspired by the sensorial elegance of Japanese silk, Shiruku Denim delivers an elevated wearing experience, light against the skin yet structured in silhouette, making it a versatile choice for all-day…

Kaivalyadhama had the special opportunity to host Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji on January 21, 2026 for the first time as part of the Swami Kuvalayananda Vyakhyan Mala.   The Swami Kuvalayananda Vyakhyan Mala is a distinguished lecture series organized by Kaivalyadhama, honoring the legacy of its visionary founder Swami Kuvalayananda. The series brings together eminent scholars, spiritual leaders, and thought leaders to share insights on yoga, wellness, and holistic living.     Subodh Tiwari presenting the Kaivalyadhama coffee table book to Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar   Gurudev arrived on campus, took a brief tour, and addressed an…

Alt, India’s leading platform for alternative investments, today announced the launch of ‘Alt Credit’, a platform providing access to high yield secure real estate credit to individual investors. This move marks the debut of India’s first regulated private credit platform to offer institutional quality credit opportunities to individual investors. Alt Credit is registered with the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as a Stock Broker and an Online Bond Platform Provider (OBPP) with NSE.   According to EY’s H1 2025 India Private Credit Market Update, Indian corporates raised approximately USD 9 billion through private credit transactions in the first half of…