Author: Faisal Mahmood

NDTV has achieved a significant milestone in applied artificial intelligence, with its research paper accepted at ACM SIGIR 2026 – widely regarded as the world’s leading conference in search and information retrieval.   Rohan Tyagi, Chief Product Officer, NDTV Digital   The paper, ‘All the News That Fits in Bits: Learned Rotation-Aware Binary Projections for Efficient News Retrieval at NDTV’, focuses on a challenge that sits at the core of modern news platforms – how to find and surface the right information instantly from a rapidly expanding universe of content.   As newsrooms scale and archives grow, delivering relevant stories…

Knowledgeum Academy, a premier IB World School in Bengaluru, recently celebrated its third annual graduation ceremony, Transcendence 2026 – the beginning of becoming – for its International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) cohort. Hosted near the academy’s campus in Jayanagar, the event served as a milestone for the graduating learners, marking their transition from rigorous academic inquiry to impactful global leadership.   Snippets from the Knowledgeum Academy’s Transcendence 2026   The ceremony highlighted Knowledgeum Academy’s vision to deliver a holistic and internationally recognised curriculum in the heart of Bengaluru. This aligns with the IBDP’s mission to nurture independent thinkers who are…

Bridging the academia-industry gap, Chandigarh University (CU) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global big 4 consulting firm EY India,’ to offer 10 Professional Certifications under its MBA Flagship and BBA Flagship Programs to boost employability of business management students with future-ready skills for bright career opportunities in the rapidly evolving global business landscape.    Students to get industry-recognised certificates embedded in curriculum, hands-on learning with real-world business applications The dignitaries who graced the MoU signing ceremony at Chandigarh University included Anand Akhouri, Director, EY India, Prof (Dr) Devinder Singh, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Chandigarh University, Prof (Dr)…

OPPO, a leading global smartphone maker, recently announced that the latest models from its popular F-series – OPPO F33 5G and OPPO F33 Pro – will be launched on April 15th, 2026. The brand took to social media to share important updates, including the design and colour options of the two handsets. The F33 5G will be the base variant, and OPPO’s latest smartphones will continue the company’s tradition of offering exceptional front cameras, with a wide field of view.   Get the latest OPPO F33 5G on Bajaj Finserv Easy EMIs and enjoy a seamless upgrade   Users planning an upgrade…

Chitkara University has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with JAN AI, a flagship initiative of the Head Held High Foundation, to advance innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive access to Artificial Intelligence.    Chitkara University signs MoU with Jan AI to advance innovation and accessible AI The MoU was formalised in the presence of Dr. Madan Padaki, Founder of JAN AI, along with senior leadership and academic representatives from the University. This collaboration marks a forward-looking step towards democratising AI by enabling students and communities to engage with emerging technologies while addressing real-world challenges. It will focus on building capacity…

As part of its strategy to strengthen its global sourcing and distribution capabilities, Aeroplane Rice proposes to establish a wholly owned subsidiary in Singapore. The subsidiary will serve as a strategic hub for expanding the Company’s specialty rice portfolio and enhancing its international trade operations. Singapore is one of the world’s leading international logistics hubs, offering excellent connectivity to major rice-producing regions in Southeast Asia, such as Thailand and Vietnam. Through this subsidiary, the Company intends to expand its product portfolio by sourcing specialty rice varieties, including Jasmine Rice from Thailand and Vietnam, and Hommali Rice from Thailand and Vietnam,…

Bata India, India’s most trusted footwear brand, is set to launch its latest campaign, “Everyday Essentials. Reinvented,” bringing renewed focus to open footwear, an enduring staple in Indian wardrobes. Fronted by actor Taapsee Pannu, the campaign celebrates the category’s deep-rooted relevance in India while presenting a contemporary collection designed for modern women.   Everyday Essentials Reinvented The collection focuses on open silhouettes, including flat and low-heeled sandals, peep-toes, woven straps and styles with adjustable buckles. Crafted using lightweight materials and supportive construction, the range is designed for long hours of wear while keeping the look fresh, minimal and easy to…

Superplum, the company behind India’s first modern farm-to-shelf fruit supply chain, has launched InstaTrace™ — a first-of-its-kind digital intelligence system that does something no other fruit brand in the world does: it lets consumers see everything.   Superplum InstaTrace™ QR Scanner   Every Superplum pack carries a unique QR code. One scan — no app download, no login — and families get the full, verifiable life story of their fruit: where it was grown, who grew it, how it was tested, and how it reached their home. In a market where consumers have been told to just “trust the label,”…

As we build up to the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League, we will have a look at key personnel changes and how the teams shape up ahead of the season. In this analytical preview, Eoin Morgan – Chief Cricket Analyst, Parimatch, and Jonty Rhodes- Key Cricket Analyst, Parimatch, two of the game’s most respected cricket minds – deliver a comprehensive breakdown of the Impact Player Rule in the IPL.   Jonty’s Impact Player Rant: The diminishing value of all-rounders in IPL   Jonty Rhodes: Key Cricket Analyst, Parimatch The Indian Premier League took a different route in 2022 when…

West Avenue Realty, an emerging new-age real estate developer, has raised an incredible Rs. 50 crore through Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) in just three years from the day of starting business! This is a huge accomplishment for the company and indicates the strength of investor confidence in its business model, execution capabilities and growth plan!   Vaibhav Kanabar & Saumitra Bhatkhalkar from West Avenue Realty successfully raise 50 crores NCDs Within Three Years of Operations   At a time that the real estate market is experiencing a constant cautious market place for investors due to ongoing worldwide disputes, and as the…