Author: Faisal Mahmood

Glow Festival by Prudential returns to Sentosa this July, ushering in its most expansive and immersive edition to date. From 10-19 July 2026, the highly anticipated event is back and elevated to an entirely new level, bringing together world-class wellness instructors, global music icons Jason Derulo and Alessia Cara, and unforgettable community-driven experiences in a single, immersive celebration of movement, connection and joy.   Glow Festival KV This year marks a significant new chapter for the festival through a three-year partnership with Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC), Singapore Tourism Board (STB), Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) and Exceed Sports & Entertainment, the founder…

Some of India’s greatest champions are born far from the spotlight. They emerge from villages, mountains and communities where resources may be limited, but determination knows no boundaries.    Lakshya Scholar Puja Tomar; Dr. Payal Kanodia, Chairperson & Trustee, M3M Foundation, with Lakshya Scholar Tenzin Dolma Long before medals are won and records are broken, these athletes battle circumstances, shoulder responsibilities and continue to pursue excellence with unwavering resolve.  Recognising the extraordinary potential hidden within India’s grassroots, M3M Foundation launched Lakshya to ensure that talent is supported, aspirations are nurtured and deserving athletes receive the opportunity to represent the nation…

MSM Unify, the international education and workforce platform of MSM Global Education Private Limited, has been formally empanelled by APITCO Limited as a Training Provider and Consulting Firm. The empanelment agreement, executed on 20 May 2026 and valid for two years, authorises MSM Global Education to perform assignments across skill development, capacity building, professional training, and educational consultancy in partnership with APITCO.   MSM Unify’s empanelment by APITCO Limited strengthens skill development and workforce training across India APITCO Limited is a Public Sector Undertaking incorporated in 1976 and promoted jointly by all-India financial institutions including IDBI, IFCI, and ICICI, along…

The 18th edition of the BML Munjal Awards was presented today at the Mindmine Summit 2026 in New Delhi, recognising organisations that have demonstrated excellence in learning and development while delivering measurable impact for business, customers and society.   Unveiling of Braille (English) Edition of The Making of Hero at the 18th BML Munjal Awards Ceremony The winners of the 18th BML Munjal Awards were: Sustained Excellence: Tata Power Public Sector Undertaking (PSU): Engineers India Limited Private Sector Manufacturing: Minda Corporation Emerging Stars: Sagar Defence Engineering The Jury’s Special Mention Awards were presented to Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India…

Moving fast towards becoming a USD 40 billion market by 2030, Indian non-alcoholic beverage industry has taken up the responsibility of ensuring effective waste management as its core operational strategy and is championing the need and necessity of sustainable business by not only meeting the compliance requirements set by the government agencies but by going beyond and planning for the future.   C K Jaipuria, President, Indian Beverage Association (IBA)   Outlining the industry’s initiative and focus on sustainable development, President of the Indian Beverage Association (IBA), Mr. C K Jaipuria said, “Driven by the strict mandates under India’s amended…

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Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia, organized by Diversified, announces its 2026 conference program ahead of the fourteenth edition of the event, taking place 2–4 September at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore. Free to attend to all registered visitors, this year’s program brings leading voices from the industry and across technology and policy to address the defining challenges and opportunities shaping seafood’s future across Asia and beyond.   Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia Conference Program   Consumer Trust & Market Dynamics A session titled Seafood in the Spotlight: Trust. Taste. Tomorrow’s Consumer will present findings from a GlobeScan bi-annual…

International Schools Partnership (ISP) India signed a strategic MOU with the Office of Admissions and Outreach, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), an Institution of Eminence, to further its purpose of growing the world’s most curious and confident minds and helping every learner reach their Destination of Choice. JGU is a non-profit, multidisciplinary, and research-oriented institution recognised as an Institution of Eminence by the Government of India. With over 600 international collaborations across 80+ countries, JGU offers a globally benchmarked education focused on academic excellence, innovation, and real-world impact.   Representatives from ISP India and the Office of Admissions and Outreach,…

A new robotaxi partnership involving VinFast highlights four major shifts transforming the automotive industry, from software-defined vehicles to the growing push for autonomous mobility in emerging markets.   The automotive industry is moving away from an era where value was defined mainly by engines, mechanical engineering and factory scale. Instead, cars are becoming rolling computers, with software controlling everything from entertainment and navigation to safety systems and autonomous driving.   Vietnam’s VinFast announced a strategic partnership with NVIDIA and AI company Autobrains to develop a Level 4 robotaxi platform for Southeast Asia   One of the clearest signs of this…

Three in ten employers (30%) spend more than eight hours each week compensating for workforce skills gaps. More than half (56%) of employers say entry-level workers aren’t prepared for work. 77% of employers in frontline-heavy industries say their skills training is effective – but 71% of employees say it had no impact on their pay or role. 45% of employers and more than one-third (35%) of employees say they have considered quitting due to stress caused by understaffing or skills gaps. More than one-quarter (26%) of employers say the skills gap in their sector is “serious” or at “crisis level.”…