Author: Faisal Mahmood

Every February 14, the world celebrates the beauty of connection and the power of shared values. In the realm of health, this synergy is the very foundation of nirā balance a movement born from the belief that true wellness requires a perfect harmony between science and nutrition. While many see Valentine’s Day through the lens of romance, the story of nirā balance is one of purposeful collaboration.   Co-Founders nirā balance Ritesh Bawri & Dimple Bawri   The brand’s transformative approach was forged when nirā balance co-founder couple Ritesh and Dimple Bawri identified a critical gap in the wellness industry…

Urban Land Institute (ULI), a global non-profit and the oldest, largest network of cross-disciplinary land use experts, is set to host the fourth edition of its flagship ULI India Annual Conference in February. Scheduled for 26 February 2026 at the Four Seasons, Worli, Mumbai, the conference is anchored around the theme “Big Ideas Shaping Indian Cities.” It will bring together senior leaders from India and across Europe, the US, and Asia to examine the forces redefining the country’s urban future.   The ULI India team committed to advancing best practices in urban development and fostering meaningful industry dialogue   Established…

Conscious greetings on the sacred occasion of Mahasivratri Grand Night — The Great Vigil of Leadership. The World Yogi Day movement is proud to announce a series of transformative programs led by Nandhiji, designed to deepen awareness and foster conscious leadership during this sacred window of time.   Maha Sivratri 2026 – Leadership Of Consciousness   Mahasivratri is the night of Turiya, the field of stillness beyond time, where awareness deepens, perception clarifies, and the mind gently yields to higher intelligence. It is a sacred opportunity to transcend inner limitations and rediscover the natural state of centered presence. Not merely…

Today, Mars, Incorporated announced the appointment of Manish Syag as Managing Director of its Pet Nutrition division in India. Manish will lead the business, home to some of the country’s most trusted and pioneering pet food brands, including PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, SHEBA®, among others.   Manish Syag, Managing Director, Mars Pet Nutrition   Manish brings over two decades of FMCG leadership experience, having held senior sales leadership roles at Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) and GSK Consumer Healthcare. Manish joined Mars in 2024 as Chief Sales Officer and has played a key role in shaping the next phase of Mars India’s pet…

Fortis Hospital, Mulund today announced the launch of reimagined and enhanced next-generation Emergency Medicine Department (ER) – the New Age ER – designed to deliver rapid, protocol-driven, and outcome-focused emergency care. With advanced resuscitation infrastructure, and globally benchmarked workflows, the ‘New Age ER’ marks significant advancement in emergency preparedness for Mumbai. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Hon. Hemarajsingh Rajput (IPS) – Dy. Commissioner of Police (Zone 7); he was joined by Dr S. Narayani, Business Head-Fortis Hospitals Maharashtra, Dr Vishal Beri, Facility Director, Fortis Hospital Mulund & Dr Sandeep Gore, Director – Emergency Medicine, Fortis Hospital Mulund.   (L–R)…

REnergy Dynamics (RED) announced today that its Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant in Nagothane, Maharashtra has become the fastest CBG plant in India to cross its nameplate capacity of more than 21 tons per day (TPD). This milestone makes it the only plant in India to have achieve its capacity in less than 24 months. Additionally, it is only the second industrial scale multi-feedstock plant in India to achieve full nameplate production.   RED delivers India’s Fastest CBG Plant to achieve 21+ TPD Capacity RED’s scope for the project included technology, EPC and operations for one of India’s largest conglomerates. Commenting…

TimBuckdo, India’s emerging student-first social commerce platform, today announced the successful closure of its Rs. 2.70 crore funding round, following its appearance on Ideabaaz, the national television entrepreneurship show aired on Z TV and Z5.   TimBuckDo Closes Rs 2.70 Crore Funding Round Backed by Industry Titans and VCs After National TV Showcase on Ideabaaz   The interest generated during TimBuckdo’s participation on Ideabaaz has now culminated in a completed and fully closed funding round, with all investors concluding their due diligence and formal commitments.   The round saw the participation from a group of global investors including Sandesh Sharda,…

Jeevansathi has released its latest data-led report, The Big Shift: How India Is Rewriting the Rules of Partner Search and Marriage, analyzing a decade of user trends (2016-2025) along with survey insights from over 30,000 active users in 2026. The report uncovers measurable shifts in how Indians are choosing partners – from weakening caste preferences and rising remarriage acceptance to delayed timelines, evolving gender roles and a hybrid model of family involvement. Key findings highlight a 43% rise in remarriage seekers over the past decade, the median marriage age moving from 27 to 29, a steady dilution of strict caste…

Calling all students with a love for speed, innovation and big ideas. The Duolingo English Test (DET) is kicking off the ‘DETermined to Drive’ Contest: a chance for you to think like a motorsport engineer, showcase your creativity and win experiences most motorsport fans only dream of.   Duolingo English Test (DET) kicks off the ‘DETermined to Drive’ Contest What’s the challenge? Imagine you’re part of a race car engineering team. What’s one modification you’d make to any racing car to improve performance, safety or efficiency? Tell us your idea in 100 words or less: what the modification is and…

The two-day Kala Literature Festival 2026 concluded at the Civil Services Officers’ Institute (CSOI), New Delhi, on a high note, bringing together senior civil servants, industry leaders, acclaimed authors, poets, artists, and cultural performers in a vibrant celebration of storytelling, ideas, and creative expression.   Sanjay Chandra and the other dignitaries with the Jury Members of Kala Literature Awards 2026   Organised by Kala – Krazy About Literature And Arts, an initiative by Sanjay Chandra, the festival was co-curated by Neena Chandra, a leader in sustainability and education for the underprivileged; Payal Chandra, an eminent lawyer; and Atri Pandey, a…