Author: Faisal Mahmood

This Father’s Day, Pocket FM has launched “The Villain Who Raised Me”, a digital film featuring actor Mukesh Rishi that reimagines the iconic screen villain as a metaphor for fathers who often had to play the role of the strict disciplinarian while raising their children.   Built around the insight that many children grow up viewing their fathers as the “villains” in their story – the ones who said no to late nights, shortcuts, and distractions, the campaign celebrates the sacrifices, tough decisions, and acts of tough love that ultimately helped shape them.   This Father’s Day, Pocket FM celebrates…

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, has announced its limited-edition bottles inspired by Cocktail 2. The limited-edition bottles will feature the film’s star-studded lead cast, Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna, and are now available across key markets including Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Ahmedabad in 250 ml, 500 ml and 1-litre packs.   Bisleri Launches Limited-Edition Cocktail 2 Bottles Featuring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna   Timed with the release of Cocktail 2, the collaboration taps into the nostalgia and anticipation surrounding one of Bollywood’s most recognisable film franchises. With the…

The National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP), supported by Mphasis, is set to present a landmark policy paper titled Assistive Technology in India: A Systems and Investment Approach for Inclusion, Independence, and Economic Participation of Persons with Disabilities. The paper comes at a time when the need for assistive technology is rapidly growing across the world. According to the World Health Organization, more than 2.5 billion people globally require at least one assistive technology product—such as eyeglasses, hearing aids, wheelchairs, prosthetics or communication applications. Yet, less than 10% of people who need assistive technology in low…

Marking another milestone in its rise as a globally recognised institution, Galgotias University has secured a place among India’s Top 16 Private Universities and the 1201-1400 global band in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The University has also been ranked 46th among all public and private universities in India and 3rd among private universities in Uttar Pradesh.   Three Years in a Row: QS 2027 Places Galgotias University Among India’s Top Private Universities, Top 16 Nationally and Top 3 in UP   This achievement builds on the University’s strong performance in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings…

Aligned with its Corporate Social Responsibility goal of driving initiatives that create a lasting change in the community, over the years BD India/South Asia has been contributing to key initiatives in the education, health and environment domain. In the education domain, since 2018, BD India/South Asia, in partnership with the HOPE Foundation has been helping upskill young adults in Tally operating computer skills and Nursing Assistant training in East Delhi.   CSR Partnership for Upskilling Youth between BD India and Hope Foundation   Under this initiative, BD India team in collaboration with the HOPE Foundation, celebrated the successful completion of…

Better Choice Realtors has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Iconic SCO Project of the Year’ award for India World Mart at the ET Now Realty Conclave & Awards 2026. The recognition celebrates the developer’s contribution towards redefining the Shop-Cum-Office (SCO) segment through a future-ready commercial ecosystem that seamlessly integrates retail, business, hospitality, and investment opportunities. Further strengthening its position among leading SCO plots in Gurugram.   Better Choice Realtors receives the ‘Iconic SCO Project of the Year’ award for India World Mart at the ET Now Realty Conclave & Awards 2026   Strategically located in Sector 88A on Dwarka Expressway,…

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…

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…

As geopolitical tensions reshape global trade, supply chains and investment flows, Thailand’s long-standing reputation as a trusted and neutral regional partner could become one of its strongest competitive advantages, according to Distinguished Professor Andrew K. Rose, Dean of NUS Business School.   NUS Business School Senior Lecturer Ms Usa Skulkerewatana (foreground, first from left) and Distinguished Professor Andrew K. Rose, Dean of NUS Business School with Thai media representatives   Speaking to the media during a visit to Bangkok, Professor Rose said economies with deep international trust and stable regional relationships are increasingly well positioned as businesses rethink where they…

Qualitest, the leading provider of AI-first quality engineering and assurance, today announces its rebrand to QualityAI. The new brand reflects the company’s evolution from software testing specialist to AI-first quality engineering partner, helping enterprises design quality into complex systems from the outset.   Qualitest Becomes QualityAI: The Trusted Assurance and Engineering Partner Across Every Stage of Enterprise AI   Across every industry, companies are racing to adopt AI, and the pressure to demonstrate progress is rising. According to Deloitte’s 2026 “State of AI in the Enterprise” report, the proportion of organizations expecting at least 40% of AI experiments to reach production…