Author: Faisal Mahmood

In a powerful validation of its “People-First” philosophy, Azuga, a Bridgestone Company and leader in fleet telematics, has achieved a rare milestone in the Indian tech ecosystem: securing the Great Place to Work® certification for the second consecutive year. This recognition solidifies Azuga Bengaluru as the nerve centre for the Azuga ecosystem. Since its acquisition by Bridgestone Americas, this R&D hub has transitioned into the primary engine room where the future of data-driven transportation is being architected.   DRIVING EXCELLENCE: Team members at Azuga’s Bengaluru Global Centre of Excellence, the company was recently recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the…

International Rare Disease Day was observed with great commitment and solidarity on 22nd February 2026 through a collaborative initiative of Rare Diseases India Foundation (RDIF) and Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI), Lucknow. The event witnessed the participation of hundreds of rare disease patients and their families, along with leading doctors, pediatric specialists, clinicians, physiotherapists, and healthcare professionals.   Lives cannot wait-RDIF observed International Rare Disease Day 2026 at SGPGI, Lucknow   A special “Walk4Rare” Awareness Walk was organized to spread awareness among the general public. The walk created significant visibility and sensitized the community about the challenges…

Swiss technology company SICPA secured a landmark traceability contract, in partnership with Spectra Systems Corporation’s subsidiary, Cartor Security Printers (Cartor), reinforcing its global leadership in secure track and trace (T&T) technology. The program will deliver robust traceability solutions to His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for vape products in the United Kingdom.   Building on SICPA’s proven experience in deploying secure T&T systems for excisable products and leveraging Cartor’s advanced security printing capabilities, the consortium will deliver a robust solution combining banknote-grade security features with state-of-the-art digital systems to effectively combat the illicit trade of vape products.   SICPA secures…

Paisabazaar, India’s leading marketplace for consumer credit and free credit score platform, today announced the launch of Bill Payments along with Mobile Recharge on its App. Consumers on the Paisabazaar App can now complete routine payments conveniently at  zero platform fee, with assured rewards on every transaction.   Consumers on the Paisabazaar App can now complete routine payments conveniently at zero platform fee, with assured rewards on every transaction   With this launch, Paisabazaar aims to make transactions on its App a rewarding and frequent-use experience, by enabling consumers to manage regular financial tasks with ease and benefit from meaningful savings while doing so. Consumers can pay a wide…

The session “AI in Healthcare: Navigating Innovation, Ethics, and Regulatory Compliance”, organized by UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Founder of Spermotile, moderated a high-profile session at the AI Impact Summit 2026, brought together leading clinicians and AI researchers to discuss the responsible integration of artificial intelligence in healthcare.   From left to right, Dr. Tanuj Bhatia, Dr. Swarupa Mitra, Prof Dr. Dilip K Prasad, Dr. Kiran D Sekhar & Dr. Gunjan Gupta Govil   The session featured an interdisciplinary panel including Dr. Kiran D. Sekhar (Medical Director, Kiran Infertility Center), Dr. Tanuj Bhatia (Professor & Head, Director – Clinical…

Marking ten years of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, Bengaluru-based The Association of People with Disability (APD), in partnership with the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), convened Purple Manthan: Decade of Disability Inclusion – Reflecting on the RPwD Act 2016 on February 20, 2026.   More than a commemorative milestone, Purple Manthan was positioned as a strategic stock-taking, asking a critical question: Have we moved from rights on paper to inclusion in practice?   APD’s Resource Book on Accessibility in Educational Institutions unveiled at Purple Manthan 2026, marking 10 years of the RPwD Act  …

Insulinomas are rare and elusive pancreatic tumours that frequently evade routine diagnostic scans Measuring just 1.3 cm and situated at the neck of the pancreas, the tumour’s location added significant surgical complexity.   Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, successfully diagnosed a rare and elusive pancreatic tumour known as an insulinoma in a 60-year-old woman, causing persistently low blood sugar and frequent loss of consciousness.   Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani The hospital followed a stepwise diagnostic approach. Initial imaging studies, including a contrast CT scan and a specialised PET scan, did not clearly identify the cause. The breakthrough came with specialised blood tests measuring…

TV Anime “Attack on Titan” × Nijigen no Mori Collaboration Event March 14, 2026 – December 13, 2026 Ticket Reservations Open from February 16th   Nijigen no Mori Inc. (Head Office: Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan; President and CEO: Hiroshige Sadamatsu) will hold a limited-time collaboration event where guests can experience the world of the TV anime “Attack on Titan” at the anime park “Nijigen no Mori,” in Hyogo Prefectural Awajishimaland Park, Japan from Saturday, March 14, 2026, to Sunday, December 13, 2026.   Starting from February 16th, tickets for this event can be reserved via the official Nijigen no…

The Student Union of Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), led by President Pratyush Taing under the guidance of the College Management headed by Principal Shrimati Simrit Kaur and Union Advisor Dr Shashank V P Singh & Co-Union Advisor Dr Anuj Jatav, successfully organised a three-day Business Conclave as part of the college’s Centenary Year celebrations from 17th to 19th Feb 2026. The event brought together distinguished leaders from governance, economics, corporate leadership, sports, defence, entertainment, finance, and entrepreneurship, offering students diverse insights across sectors.   SRCC’s Business Conclave 2026 showcased leadership, resilience, innovation, and national progress   The conclave was inaugurated…

‘Campus Tank’ Grand Finale Culminates with Announcement of Top 10 Startups Securing Access to $6 Million Funding Pool on Final Day of ‘AI Fest – 2026’ at Chandigarh University ‘Don’t Scale Up your Business Before Making a Winning Product’, says Nirmit Parikh, Group CEO – Apna: ‘AI Fest – 2026’ at Chandigarh University   Marking a defining milestone in the country’s entrepreneurial journey, the Grand Finale of ‘Campus Tank’ – India’s first university-led startup launchpad for young innovators was held at Chandigarh University on the third and concluding day of India’s first ‘AI Fest – 2026’ on the sidelines of…