Author: Faisal Mahmood

Indian sports entered a transformative era today with the official launch of the Women’s Pro Volleyball League (WPVL), the nation’s first national, franchise-based professional league dedicated exclusively to women’s volleyball. Promoted by Power Spike International Private Limited, the initiative aims to establish a sustainable professional sporting ecosystem for women athletes.   Lucknow to host India’s first women’s volleyball league The official unveiling took place at The Centrum, Lucknow, under the theme “Rising Queen of the Court.” The high-profile ceremony was attended by senior government dignitaries, sports administrators, and business leaders, including Uttar Pradesh Jal Shakti Minister Shri Swatantra Dev Singh,…

Pulse Candy, one of the popular brands from the Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi-business corporation, has announced a strategic collaboration with the Spider-Man: Brand New Day movie for a 360-degree consumer engagement campaign. Marking a significant milestone in Pulse Candy’s brand journey, the association is among the brand’s most ambitious entertainment-led collaborations, bringing together limited-edition packaging, high-impact media and consumer participation at a nationwide scale. The campaign combines the excitement of the Spider-Man: Brand New Day movie with Pulse’s irresistible flavour, conveying the message, ‘Even Spider-Man Cannot Resist Pulse.’   DS Group’s Pulse Candy Collaborates…

India’s residential market has remained resilient over the last few quarters, supported by stable demand, better visibility on incomes and infrastructure-led growth across urban corridors. ANAROCK Research said the new launches saw a 7 per cent YoY rise, demonstrating a resilient end-user demand amidst global concerns. Sales in the top seven cities totalled about 90,715 units in Q2 2026.    Stable EMIs and borrowing costs support sustained housing demand across India Amidst this, the Reserve Bank of India’s decision to retain the repo rate at 5.25 per cent will aid the ongoing momentum in the Indian residential real estate industry.…

New survey data shows four in ten (39%) adults find making genuine connections harder with age, but music and dancefloors found to be the ultimate fix Over a quarter (27%) of 25–35-year-olds say the strongest friendships are made at live music events Velo and Tomorrowland joined forces for “Echoes of Tomorrowland” to champion authentic self-expression and create a unique space for dance music fans to experience something new together.   New global research* from Velo highlights the growing need for shared experiences, as Velo launches “Echoes of Tomorrowland” – a global network of live events and synchronised livestreams that bring…

Solinas Integrity, an IIT Madras-incubated climate deep-tech and robotics company, today announced a USD 5.5 million Series A1 funding round led by Hero Enterprise Partner Ventures and co-led by Mela Ventures, with participation from Luthra Group. Existing investor SBI Ventures, through the SVL-SME Fund, doubled down on its position, alongside continued backing from Rainmatter and 8X Ventures Fund I. The round follows Solinas’s Series A, led by SBI Ventures through the SVL-SME Fund (Neev II) in May 2024, and underscores the deepening alignment between India’s climate-tech innovation ecosystem and global sustainability-focused capital.   Team Solinas Integrity, robotics startup incubated at…

Bengaluru-based BlueRose Technologies Pvt. Ltd. today unveiled “Diamond,” a next-generation, patent-pending Secure Delivery and Custody System engineered to protect the world’s most sensitive physical information and assets in transit. Named for the hardest and most precious of materials, Diamond is built on an uncompromising promise: from the moment physical materials are sealed inside until the instant they are lawfully accessed, no unauthorized person can breach them, and any attempt to interfere is detected instantly and proven beyond doubt.   Vineet Jain, CEO, BlueRose Technologies   “Every breach in physical custody shares the same root cause—somewhere along the chain, someone gained…

With Bajaj Asset Management Limited’s new and simplified investment journey, you can now start an SIP in just three steps. There is no complicated application process or physical paperwork. The journey can be completed online, helping you put your investment plan into action and begin investing regularly towards your long-term goals.   Bajaj AMC’s new SIP journey   How to start an SIP with Bajaj AMC Before you begin, keep your PAN and registered mobile phone with you. You will also need access to the bank account from which your SIP instalments will be paid. Then, you need to follow…

Acclaimed Film Producer, Cultural Diplomat and Indian Army Veteran Captain Rahul Bali delivered a powerful keynote address at the prestigious 2nd National CEO Conclave 2026 held in Bhubaneswar, where he outlined a transformative vision for positioning Odisha as a leading global destination for tourism, culture, film production and the creative economy.   Captain Rahul Bali & Dr. Madan Mohan Sethi   The conclave organised by Interview Times, brought together dignitaries like Honourable Member of Parliament Shri R.N. Behera, CEO of Startup Odisha Sh. S.R. Pradhan IAS, Consul General of India in Auckland Dr. Madan Mohan Sethi, Padma Shri Dr. Ashok…

Shikhar Realty Services Pvt. Ltd. organised its two-day ‘Gateway to Office’ initiative on 1–2 August 2026 at RPS 12th Avenue, Faridabad, bringing together entrepreneurs, startups, professionals and business owners seeking commercial office solutions tailored to their growth requirements.   Sameer Gupta, Director, Shikhar Realty Services Pvt. Ltd., with investors at the ‘Gateway to Office’ initiative   The initiative aimed to create greater awareness about the role a well-located and thoughtfully planned office space plays in business growth, brand perception, employee productivity and client confidence. Throughout the event, visitors explored a range of commercial office options and interacted with experienced real…

Parimatch Sports, a premium sportswear brand inspired by the world’s top athletes, continues its YouTube show Inside the Game with Indian MMA fighter and wrestling champion Ritu Phogat, also known as the “Indian Tigress.” Through an honest conversation and interactive moments, the episode gives fans a closer look at Ritu’s personality and the mindset that helps her take on new challenges.   Ritu Phogat Shares Her Inspiring Journey on Parimatch Sports’ Inside the Game Ritu Phogat’s career reflects the spirit that Parimatch Sports celebrates — the courage to step into the unknown, the discipline to keep improving and the resilience…