Author: Faisal Mahmood

The Kerala Police has launched a synchronized anti-narcotics enforcement campaign titled Operation Toofan, positioning frontline police units at the vanguard of the mission. Operating with direct tactical, administrative, and data assistance from regional intelligence cells and state administrative departments, the Kerala Police force has established a unified command structure to target interstate supply corridors. This extensive mobilization resulted in the registration of more than 1,500 cases, the execution of more than 1,000 arrests, and the recovery of substantial quantities of synthetic contraband within the first 72 hours of field deployment.   The man behind Operation Toofan, Kerala Home Minister Ramesh…

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water company, represented India at the South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme (SACEP) Training Programme on Demonstration of EPR and Plastic Credit Systems in India held in Kathmandu, Nepal from 8–10 June 2026.   Mr. K. Ganesh, Director – Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Bisleri International, represented India at the South Asian Cooperative Environment Program at Kathmandu Mr. K. Ganesh, Director – Sustainability & Corporate Affairs, Bisleri International participated as a key resource person and industry representative, sharing India’s practical experience in implementing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for plastic packaging. The programme brought together government officials,…

ICEYE, the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space, has raised EUR 450 million (USD 520 million) in a primary Series F funding round led by General Atlantic, at a valuation of over EUR 10 billion (USD 12 billion).   ICEYE Factory   Additional investors include Solidium, Tesi, Varma, Ilmarinen, Lifeline Ventures, as well as Nokia, from Finland, Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and TCV. Together with a secondary placement, the total Series F funding round exceeds EUR 1 billion.   The breadth of the investor group signals recognition that sovereign and commercial access to space-based intelligence is essential to national…

Students from Galgotias University secured five Gold Medals at the 1st World Yogasana Championship 2026 held at the EKA Arena, Ahmedabad, from 4 to 8 June 2026. The inaugural championship brought together 522 athletes from 79 countries across multiple Yogasana disciplines and age categories. Organised by Yogasana Bharat in association with World Yogasana and the Indian Olympic Association, the event marked the largest international competitive platform for Yogasana so far.   Galgotias University students made India proud at the World Yogasana Championship 2026 with five Gold Medals across Traditional, Supine, Artistic Pair, and Group events India finished at the top…

Galgotias University and 247VC, a leading seed stage venture capital fund, today announced a long term partnership. The collaboration encompasses the launch of the Entrepreneurship & Venture Excellence (EVE) Program, a structured initiative designed to equip students with startup-building frameworks, investor mentorship, and access to institutional capital.   Galgotias University and 247VC partner to bring a new dimension to campus entrepreneurship through startup mentorship and venture funding opportunities   “Our partnership with 247VC is a one-of-its-kind initiative where a venture capital fund will have an active engagement presence within the University ecosystem itself, enabling students to interact directly with investors,…

The BYU Ballroom Dance Company lit up stages in India for the first time, enchanting over 1,000 audience members with show-stopping performances held on 4 and 6 June 2026 in the nation’s capital and a grand finale in Bengaluru on 9 June. Distinguished guests, including government, interfaith, and community leaders, were among the crowd, dazzled by the performances.   Audiences in New Delhi and Bengaluru were mesmerized by the elegance and precision of the BYU Ballroom Dance Company’s performances “It was superb,” said India Foundation Executive Vice President Alok Bansal. “Not only the performance, but everything was so well-coordinated. Here,…

For years, Noida stood in the shadow of Gurugram. It was more affordable and more practical, yet rarely seen as aspirational a perception that is now steadily changing. Along the Noida Expressway, a new narrative is emerging. What once attracted buyers for value is now shaping into a more intentional and refined residential landscape. Luxury residential developments are rising with increasing confidence, HNIs and NRIs are committing capital with long-term intent, and sectors that were peripheral addresses 5 years ago are now being discussed in the same register as NCR’s most established luxury destinations.    Noida Expressway is rapidly redefining…

As Central Noida continues to evolve into one of NCR’s most sought-after business and lifestyle hubs, Anthurium by Sundream Group has emerged as one of the region’s most active and thriving mixed-use commercial destinations. Strategically located in Sector 73, Noida, Anthurium has successfully transformed into a vibrant ecosystem where businesses, professionals, retailers, entrepreneurs, and consumers converge every day.   Anthurium Redefines Commercial Real Estate in Central Noida with Retail, Offices, Dining and Lifestyle Experiences Under One Roof   What sets Anthurium apart is not merely its infrastructure, but the fact that it is already a living, breathing commercial hub with…

With the RBI repo rate held at 5.25% in June 2026, home loan rates remain stable, and borrowing up to Rs. 15 crore is within reach for eligible applicants. Review what you qualify for before you choose a lender.   Home loan demand rises in 2026 as Indian homebuyers explore affordable financing options More Indian households are actively seeking home loans in 2026, driven by stabilising interest rates, rising incomes, and growing housing demand in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee held its repo rate at 5.25% in June 2026, which has helped keep home…

The Ramaiah Academy Foundation (RAF) and Dassault Systemes today announced their collaboration aimed at bridging the critical gap between academic research and commercial-scale manufacturing. Central to this collaboration is the establishment of a Deep Science Translational Innovation Complex in Bengaluru, designed to accelerate productization in high-impact sectors including Aerospace & Defense, Healthcare & MedTech, Automotive, and Semiconductors.   MoU exchange between Venkatesh Valluri, Vice Chairman, Ramaiah Academy Foundation, and Deepak N.G., Managing Director–India, Dassault Systemes This collaboration represents a first-of-its-kind model in the region, transitioning beyond a traditional academic arrangement into a fully integrated, go-to-market commercial partnership. It seamlessly leverages…