Author: Faisal Mahmood

Saya Gold Avenue comprises 1620 units across 8 towers, each rising up to 39 storeys, making it one of the most prominent high-rise developments in the region   Ghaziabad has witnessed a significant milestone in its real estate journey as Saya Gold Avenue, the tallest residential development in the city, has been completely sold out.   Saya Gold Avenue   Located in the prime neighbourhood of Indirapuram, the project has emerged as a landmark development, with the final few units being sold at prices exceeding Rs. 15,000 per square foot, reflecting strong buyer confidence and premium positioning in the market.…

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore hosted its 51st Convocation on 27th March 2026. A total of 785 students from various programmes graduated, this evening. Degrees were awarded to the students of the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme and the MBA programmes – the Post Graduate Programme in Enterprise Management (PGPEM), Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP), Post Graduate Programme in Business Analytics (PGPBA) and Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP). Students of the Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy and Management (PGPPM) received the Master of Management Studies (Public Policy) degree. One PhD scholar received the award for excellence…

Finolex Industries Limited, founded by the late Shri Pralhad P. Chhabria in 1981, marks 45 years of its distinguished journey. Today, the company stands as India’s first and only backward-integrated manufacturer of PVC pipes and fittings.   Anticipating a widening gap between the demand and supply of PVC resin, Shri Chhabria demonstrated remarkable foresight by commissioning a backward integration PVC resin plant in 1994, along with a first-of-its-kind open-sea cryogenic jetty in India. This laid the foundation for a fully integrated manufacturing ecosystem—from resin to finished products—ensuring superior quality control and establishing a strong, sustainable competitive advantage that continues to…

A significant decline in the number of Indian students opting for higher education abroad is prompting a larger conversation around the readiness of India’s education ecosystem, according to Sushma Bharath, an independent education strategist and consultant.   Sushma Bharath   Recent data indicates that the number of Indians travelling overseas for higher education has dropped from 908,000 in 2023 to 626,000 in 2025, with US student visas alone witnessing a sharp 62 per cent decline between June and July 2025. While this trend may appear encouraging for India, Bharath notes that the reasons behind it warrant closer scrutiny. (Source: The…

Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Navi Mumbai, successfully hosted a train-the-trainer live surgical workshop on 28th March 2026, focusing on advanced gynecological endoscopy skill development amongst young practitioners. The workshop offered a valuable opportunity for medical professionals to enhance their expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, which allows for faster recovery, less pain, and fewer complications compared to traditional surgery. Helmed by Dr. Prashant Bhamare, HOD & Director – Obstetrics and Gynecology at Fortis Hiranandani Hospital, Navi Mumbai, the workshop was designed to enhance the capabilities of doctors in performing complex surgeries by adopting and embracing advanced techniques.   L–R: Dr Sujay…

Purpose-built to help banks meet the Responsible Business Conduct regime, which will eliminate mis-selling risk by design ZENOVA is a policy-driven control layer that sits between core banking systems, insurer platforms, and all customer-facing channels Zopper’s multi-insurer platform ZENOVA will help banks and BFSI players across India to configure institutions’ policies and architecture without multi-year build cycles.   Zopper, India’s leading insurtech company, announced the launch of ZENOVA, an agentic layer designed to transform how banks distribute insurance products. ZENOVA embeds suitability, disclosure, and evidence generation directly into every insurance sale — helping reduce mis-selling risks across every channel. ZENOVA…

For years, the narrative of luxury housing in India has been defined by an aspirational drift toward metropolitan skylines. That axis is now reversing. Tier 2 cities are no longer only shedding their status of being merely ‘emerging’ to reveal themselves to be self-sustaining ecosystems of high aspirations where luxury is no longer merely an import, but an inherent attribute of their very fabric.   Luxury living takes root in emerging cities, where modern residences, green spaces, and community-driven design reflect evolving aspirations and local prosperity   The fulcrum has shifted from salary-driven wealth to enterprise-driven prosperity, with family-owned businesses…

A strong call to move beyond access and focus on meaningful learning outcomes defined discussions at the North East Shiksha Samvaad in Nagaland, where educators, policymakers, and civil society leaders came together to reimagine education for a rapidly changing world.   Stakeholders unite at North East Shiksha Samvaad to reimagine future-ready education in Nagaland   Held at Tetso College, Chumukidema, the convening, part of the larger Shikshagraha movement, brought together stakeholders from across the ecosystem under the theme “Reimagining Education in the Northeast for a Future-Ready Generation.” The focus was on bridging the gap between policy intent and classroom realities…

Hong Kong Riding on the wave of a spectacular line‑up of mega events throughout March and April, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) rolled out the “Hong Kong Mega 8” campaign. The campaign brings together eight highlighted world‑class mega events of arts, pop culture and sports, and citywide programmes, inviting visitors from around the world to experience the vibrant arts scenes in local neighbourhoods and discover Hong Kong’s captivating allure as the “Events Capital of Asia.”   (From left to right) Aniko Berman, Director of AOTM Gallery, Dr Peter Lam Kin-ngok, GBM, GBS, Chairman of Hong Kong Tourism Board and…

Dr. SS Mantha, Chancellor, Nagpur University, graces the occasion as Chief Guest Actress Madhoo Shah, Mickey Mehta, Wellness Expert, Nisha JamVwal, Social influencer & Blogger, Social Work & Brand Strategist and AP Jayaram, Nuclear Scientist, BARC, President STEAM Academy, Principal Scientific Advisor, Nehru Group of Institutions & Director CIIA attended as Guest of Honour   Cosmo-scientist and Rashtrapati Award-winning innovator Baldevkrishan Sharma unveiled his latest book, ‘Secrets of the Universe’ revealed through Hindu Gods, Symbols, Signs & Sounds, at the Conference Hall of the Nehru Science Centre, Worli, on the auspicious occasion of Ram Navami.   Rashtrapati Award-winning author Baldevkrishan Sharma at…