Author: Faisal Mahmood

Highlighting the growing impact of geopolitical disruptions, climate variability, and global supply chain uncertainties on agriculture, Federation of Seed Industry of India (FSII) called for stronger national focus on preserving and strengthening India’s agricultural biodiversity, describing seed diversity and resilient crop genetics as critical strategic assets for ensuring long-term food security, farmer resilience, and supply chain stability.   Ajai Rana, Chairman, Federation of Seed Industry of India & MD & CEO, Savannah Seeds (left) and Dr Paresh Verma, Director General, Federation of Seed Industry of India   Ajai Rana, Chairman, FSII and CEO & MD, Savannah Seeds, said, “The world…

During the current season, Italy’s top women’s volleyball league generated more than 1.4 billion views across its digital ecosystem. The regular season alone produced over 45 million social media interactions, with an engagement rate of 2.8%. On the athletes’ own channels, that engagement rate jumps to 8.4%. LVF is now the second most-followed sports league in Italy by number of followers, with more than 1.2 million fans on its own channels.   Nicole Junkermann points to Italian volleyball as a model for scaling women’s sport in India   The league had the same players, the same clubs and the same…

Platinum Industries Ltd. [NSE: PLATIND; BSE: 544134], an innovation-driven specialty chemicals company announced its strategic entry into the life sciences sector, marking a significant step in its next phase of growth. As part of this expansion, the company has appointed Dr. Abhigyan Upadhyay to lead its new life sciences enterprise.   Dr. Abhigyan Upadhyay   This move reflects Platinum Industries’ continued evolution from delivering advanced chemistry solutions to enabling applications that directly impact human health, an extension of its broader philosophy of translating chemistry into care through innovation, quality, and responsibility. The company aims to build a disciplined, research-driven, and…

VinFast officially introduced the new-generation VF 8, a D-segment electric SUV featuring a range of upgrades to its technology platform, developed by VinFast’s engineering team to deliver a smoother, more convenient, and more stable driving experience.   VinFast will officially begin accepting pre-orders in Vietnam for the new-generation VF 8 through its official website and authorized dealer network nationwide starting May 27, 2026   As one of the models that helped mark VinFast’s transition toward becoming a global all-electric vehicle manufacturer, the VF 8 is the first model in the lineup to receive comprehensive upgrades in design, technology, and features,…

Students at Galgotias University engaged in a wide-ranging and reflective interaction with veteran IPS officer Shri Vivek Dube on themes of leadership, integrity, policing, public service, and nation building, with discussions spanning ethics, discipline, responsibility, and the pressures of decision-making in public life.   Vivek Dube interacted with students at the Galgotias Dialogue Series, where young minds engage with leaders, thinkers, and changemakers Organised by Galgotias Career Connect, a student-led club focused on industry interaction, leadership engagement, and career awareness, the session was held as part of the Galgotias Dialogue Series, a platform through which students engage with distinguished thinkers, policymakers, public…

Haier has quietly become one of the most feature-rich AC brands in India in 2026, offering a wide range of feature-rich split ACs designed for different room sizes, climates, and budgets. The brand combines advanced technologies like Frost Self-Clean, HEXA Inverter compressors, HD anti-bacterial filtration, Hyper PCB protection, AI climate control, and Wi-Fi connectivity to deliver efficient cooling, improved air quality, and long-term durability. From affordable 3-star inverter ACs to premium 5-star smart cooling solutions, Haier continues to cater to modern Indian households seeking reliable performance during intense summer conditions.   Make your home appliance purchase more affordable with the…

India is witnessing a rapid rise in obesity and lifestyle-related health conditions across different age groups. Once considered primarily an urban concern, obesity today is increasingly affecting individuals across cities, towns, and even younger populations. Sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy eating habits, chronic stress, poor sleep patterns, reduced physical activity, and metabolic disorders are all contributing significantly to this growing health burden.   Dr. Krishna Mohan Yarlagadda is a distinguished Robotic, Laparoscopic, Bariatric, and GI Surgeon with over 28 years of clinical practice in Hyderabad Obesity is no longer viewed merely as a cosmetic issue. It is now recognized as a chronic…

ATOSS Software SE, a global leader in Workforce Management Software and listed in Germany’s key stock indices SDAX and TecDAX, is strengthening its position as a technology and AI innovator with substantial new investment in artificial intelligence development. With the opening of a new technology hub in Bengaluru, India – one of the world’s most dynamic AI and tech talent hotspots – the company is expanding its international presence and concentrating even more expertise on AI-driven product innovation. The new hub will play a key role in advancing artificial intelligence within ATOSS solutions and will strategically complement the existing development…

The subtle shift in India’s luxury real estate market is no longer about the size of the bedroom. It is about who designed the lobby. In the National Capital Region (NCR), where a slowing volume of sales has paradoxically pushed values higher, developers are quietly retiring the old playbook of marble flooring and replacing it with something more intangible: global architectural credibility.   International Design Firms Drive Demand for High-End Housing Projects in NCR According to data from Anarock, while housing sales volumes stagnated, the total sales value in NCR breached Rs. 1.53 lakh crore in 2024, driven by a…

Campus Activewear Ltd. – one of India’s largest Sports and Athleisure brands – unveiled its new brand identity at its Annual Distributors’ Meet- Shoecase 2026. More than a visual refresh, this heralds a pivotal moment in the Company’s growth journey. The unveiling signals Campus’ evolution into a more culture-led, future-facing brand that resonates with a generation that is defining its own direction driven by individuality, movement and self-expression.   Campus Activewear unveiled its new brand identity and logo at Shoecase 2026, with Gautam Gambhir joining the brand during the launch   At the heart of the identity shift are three…