Author: Faisal Mahmood

Aahvaan: NGO–CSR Conclave 2026 (3rd Edition), organised by Vishwa Yuvak Kendra (VYK) at its New Delhi campus, concluded successfully after two days of intensive dialogue and collaboration. The conclave brought together nearly 400 participants from corporates, NGOs, government institutions, academia, and other key stakeholders to strengthen partnerships for inclusive and sustainable development.   Inaugural lamp lighting at Vishwa Yuvak Kendra’s Aahvaan 2026, symbolising shared commitment to collaboration, impact, and inclusive development The inaugural session set the tone by highlighting the evolution of CSR in India from compliance to strategic collaboration. Chief Guest Dr. Rajesh Tandon, Founder President, PRIA and Co-chair,…

World Animal Protection has written to the American ambassador, to India, Honourable Mr Sergio Gor, after news reports and photographs indicate that he rode an elephant in Amer Fort/Haathi Gaon in Jaipur in Rajasthan. Whilst wholeheartedly appreciating the endeavour and initiative of the ambassador in promoting and honouring the beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage City of Jaipur, World Animal Protection has requested him to reconsider patronizing this activity that is not only cruel to captive elephants but also potentially risky in terms of zoonosis and aggression to the rider from the elephants. For more than two decades now, World…

India’s malls are evolving beyond traditional shopping centres into destinations where people spend time dining, socialising and seeking entertainment. Developers are allocating larger portions of space to restaurants, cafés and leisure zones as consumer behaviour shifts toward experience-driven visits rather than quick retail trips.   Malls and high streets illustrating India’s shift toward experience-led retail   Industry data underscores the change. Retail leasing across India’s major cities reached about 8.9 million sq ft in 2025, among the highest levels recorded in recent years. Fashion brands accounted for nearly 48% of leasing demand, while food and beverage outlets represented about 13%…

Evervolt Green Energy Pvt. Ltd. (“Evervolt”), established in 2013 as one of India’s leading solar wholesale distribution companies with a strong pan-India presence, has announced a strategic partnership with Beijing HyperStrong Technology Co., LTD. (“HyperStrong”), a global leader in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), to distribute and market advanced energy storage solutions across India and Sri Lanka. The collaboration will focus on the expansion of commercial & industrial (C&I) storage applications in the region. To ensure robust market development, HyperStrong has authorized Evervolt as a regional distributor and will collaborate with Evervolt on marketing initiatives and comprehensive technical training programs…

Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli, has successfully performed the city’s first Mechanical Thrombectomy, an emergency procedure to remove a blood clot blocking a major artery in the brain. The intervention saved the life of a 61-year-old man, a known hypertensive and chronic smoker, who suffered a major stroke and was referred to the hospital after a clot-dissolving injection administered at a hospital in Nagercoil failed to improve his condition.   Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli   The patient was rushed to the hospital with severe left-sided weakness and slurred speech. Imaging revealed a large artery blockage in the brain. Despite anatomical challenges and critical…

Initiated in 2017 with TRT’s vision of “inspiring positive change” and regarded as one of its most significant social responsibility projects, the TRT World Citizen Awards were presented for the seventh time this year. The awards, given to individuals from different countries around the world who expand social benefit on a global scale within their respective fields, contribute to sharing their stories with the world and promoting the spread of positive change.   Winners of the Seventh “TRT World Citizen Awards” Announced   To date, 31 individuals from 17 different countries have been honored with the TRT World Citizen Awards. The…

IDFC FIRST Bank refers to its recent disclosures regarding an incident at one of its branches in Chandigarh involving certain accounts of departments of the Government of Haryana. Preliminary findings indicate that certain employees of the branch acted fraudulently in clearing forged instruments and payment instructions, potentially in collusion with external parties. The matter is currently under investigation by the relevant authorities. Despite the investigation being ongoing, the Bank has immediately honored 100% of the principal and interest claimed by the relevant departments of the Government of Haryana, amounting to INR 583 crore. Final amount may change depending on any…

Tourism Malaysia reaffirmed its strong commitment to the Indian outbound market at a high-level press conference held in New Delhi today, ahead of its participation in SATTE 2026.   L to R: Nuwal Fadhilah Ku Azmi, Senior Director, Dato Muzafar Shah Mustafa, High Commissioner of Malaysia to India, Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Chairman – Tourism Malaysia, Ahmad Johanif Mohd Ali, Director, Tourism Malaysia-Delhi The press conference was addressed by YBhg. Datuk Manoharan Periasamy, Chairman of Tourism Malaysia, alongside Dato’ Muzafar Shah Mustafa, High Commissioner of Malaysia to India, in the presence of leading travel trade partners, airline representatives, tourism stakeholders, and…

Inaugurated by Padma Bhushan Mrs. Rajashree Birla, the new store in Greater Kailash brings indigenous craftsmanship and sustainable luxury to the capital Empowering over 700 artisans across Raigarh and Janjgir – Champa districts in Chhattisgarh while preserving the indigenous craft of Kosa silk   Kosala, the social enterprise of Hindalco Industries Limited, has opened its flagship retail store in Greater Kailash (N Block), New Delhi, marking a key expansion milestone in its Kosa silk value-chain initiative in Chhattisgarh.   L–R: Satish Pai, MD, Hindalco Industries Ltd; actor Yami Gautam Dhar; Rajashree Birla, Chairperson, Aditya Birla Centre for Community Initiatives &…

One of Bollywood’s most iconic screen villains is set to make a powerful return to the big screen.   Aspect Production, the entertainment arm of Aspect Global Ventures, has officially acquired the production rights for ‘Khalnayak Returns’, the highly anticipated sequel to the cult blockbuster Khalnayak.   First released in 1993 and directed by Subhash Ghai, Khalnayak secured its place as a landmark film in Bollywood history. Celebrated for its gripping narrative, chart-topping music, and memorable performances by Bollywood superstars Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, and Madhuri Dixit, the film emerged as one of the biggest commercial successes of its time…