Author: Faisal Mahmood

Bajaj Finance today announced the launch of Loan Utsav 2026, a limited-period campaign running from 10 July 2026 to 10 September 2026*. During this campaign, eligible customers applying for a Bajaj Finance Personal Loan can enjoy an exclusive reward bundle, along with flexible repayment options, competitive personal loan interest rate offerings, quick approval, and disbursal of funds.   Bajaj Finance Personal Loan   A Bajaj Finance Personal Loan is designed to help customers manage both planned and unexpected expenses. Whether the requirement is for home renovation, higher education, travel, weddings or medical emergencies, the loan offers a convenient and collateral-free…

The Habitats Trust (THT) announced the recipients of the ninth edition of The Habitats Trust Grants, awarding Rs. 3.3 crore to 6 conservation projects working to protect India’s threatened species and critical habitats. The selected projects span diverse ecosystems including Mangroves, Oak forests, grasslands. and demonstrate innovative, community-led and science-driven approaches to conserving the country’s rich biodiversity.   India is home to nearly 8% of the world’s recorded biodiversity, making it one of the world’s richest repositories of wildlife and ecosystems. Protecting this natural heritage requires sustained support for conservation efforts across landscapes and species, including many lesser-known flora and…

Galgotias University and Larsen & Toubro – L&T EduTech have launched nine industry integrated specialisations for students joining engineering, computer science, information technology and BCA programmes in the 2026 intake.   In addition to the Industry Integrated Academic Programmes, L&T EduTech has established India’s 1st Advanced Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence at Galgotias University The programmes follow a co-teaching model. Faculty from Galgotias University and professionals from L&T jointly shape the curriculum and deliver the courses, linking academic subjects to their application in industry. Each specialisation comprises eight industry-aligned courses worth a total of 24 credits. The engineering specialisations run…

Zorcha, the Meta-verified Instagram DM automation platform trusted by creators and businesses worldwide, today announced that its core Instagram DM automation features are now available completely free.   Zorcha Team   The announcement marks a significant shift in the creator technology landscape. Until now, professional Instagram DM automation has largely been limited to paid software, preventing millions of creators, entrepreneurs, and small businesses from leveraging automation to grow their audience and generate revenue.   With this launch, every Instagram creator can start automating unlimited conversations at zero cost using Zorcha’s official Meta API integration.   “Instagram has democratised distribution for…

One year ago today, Shrewsbury International School India admitted its first pupils to a 150-acre campus outside Bhopal – the first fully residential campus that Shrewsbury School UK, founded by Royal Charter in 1552, has established outside Britain, and the first Shrewsbury campus in South Asia. The school marks the close of its founding year having built, largely from first principles, the academic, sporting, artistic and pastoral life that will shape the pupils who come after this year’s cohort.    A Campus Built for Life A year of building  The school’s first cohort followed a programme built around the Cambridge…

The RBI’s move to hold the repo rate steady at 5.25 percent has received much praise from industrialists because it is seen as providing stability in the housing as well as commercial realty sectors. The stability in interest rates provides assurance to homebuyers, aids in making investment decisions, and helps in planning future projects for the developers. It was also stated that the continued development of infrastructure along with the robustness of end-user demand provides a sound base for the future.   Real estate developers welcomed the RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged, saying it has boosted confidence…

QDL is India’s leading listed digital media-tech company, strategically positioned at the intersection of media, technology, hospitality and AI. In Q1 FY 2026–27, it:   Successfully repositioned the company as a global Media-Tech and AI-powered platform, expanding beyond digital publishing into high-growth physical retail, commerce, and experiential ventures. Following the successful launch of media vertical of Time Out India, we are advancing toward the launch of India’s first Time Out Market in Aerocity, New Delhi (targeted in early Q3 FY2026-2027), marking a significant milestone in our experiential media and hospitality growth strategy. Delivered the strongest-ever consolidated Q1 performance, led by…

Ampcus Cyber, a global cybersecurity solutions provider, successfully hosted the GRC India AI Conclave 2026 on 7th August at JW Marriott, Aerocity, New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, government officials, regulators, cybersecurity leaders, CXOs, technology experts, and industry practitioners to deliberate on the future of AI governance, cyber resilience, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), and digital trust in India. The conclave reinforced the importance of collaborative action in building a secure and AI-driven digital ecosystem as artificial intelligence continues to transform industries and public services.   AI, cybersecurity and policy leaders converged at Ampcus Cyber’s GRC India AI Conclave   Held…

Iconic by ONE VISION, led by Founder Abhinav Reddy, has unveiled India’s largest Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) display at SAS Tower in Hyderabad, setting a new benchmark for premium outdoor advertising in the country. The launch is part of the company’s broader national expansion, which already spans five cities and will extend to Gurugram by the end of 2026, with further expansion into new states planned for 2027. It reflects a growing shift toward technology-enabled, high-impact consumer engagement, as brands look beyond traditional media to connect with audiences in more dynamic and immersive ways.   Hyderabad just got India’s first 8K,…

An invitation extended to Dr. Ragunanthan Narayanaswamy, Founder & Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon, Rathimed Speciality Hospital, to present his indigenous innovation at the prestigious Personalized Arthroplasty Society (PAS) Annual Meeting in Montreal reflects growing global recognition for an Indian breakthrough in personalised knee replacement.   Dr. Ragunanthan Narayanaswamy, M.S. (Orth.), DNB, MRCS (Edin), FRCS (Ortho), CAS (UK), Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Arthroscopy, Knee Preservation & Replacement, Sports Injury Specialist   A Global Honour Rooted in Indian Innovation Recognition on the global stage is seldom the result of a single breakthrough. More often, it is the culmination of years of clinical experience, scientific…