Author: Faisal Mahmood

Amid growing awareness around stem cell donation among young Indians, DKMS Foundation India registered 2,644 potential student stem cell donors across eight colleges in Mangalore within just one week, marking the organisation’s highest-ever donor registration drive at a single location over such a short period.   Students across Mangalore colleges join DKMS Foundation India’s awareness drive, stepping forward to register as potential stem cell donors during the initiative The initiative, conducted in collaboration with leading institutions in the Dakshin Kannada region such as Srinivasa University, St. Joseph’s Engineering College, Canara Engineering College, Mangala Group of Institutions, Vijaya College, Alva’s Group…

Clockwork Rituals, a new-age oral care brand rooted in science and biomimicry, has officially launched in India with a mission to transform everyday oral hygiene into a mindful wellness ritual. Founded by Uditya Sharma and Rohan, the brand aims to redefine conventional oral care by going beyond surface-level cleaning to actively strengthen and restore tooth enamel.   Clockwork Toothpaste range for everyday oral care   At the core of Clockwork Rituals’ innovation is its proprietary Hydroxy™ blend, powered by Nano-Hydroxyapatite (nHAp)—a clinically backed ingredient that closely mimics the natural composition of human enamel. The brand has developed differentiated formulations tailored…

An MoU was formally signed, marking the beginning of a strategic collaboration between the two institutions. The initiative will offer a comprehensive, industry-integrated learning experience through microcredit courses, expert-led lectures, hands-on internships, and real-world projects.   National Institute of Technology (NIT) Tiruchirappalli and Kauvery Hospital, Trichy, have joined hands to launch a Postgraduate Diploma in Healthcare Technology, integrating engineering expertise with real-world healthcare applications.   Dr Manivannan Selvaraj, Founder & Managing Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals & Dr. G. Aghila, Director, NIT Tiruchirappalli   The programme, to be offered by the Department of Instrumentation and Control Engineering at NIT Trichirapalli,…

Navanc, India’s pioneering AI-native banking infrastructure company, has successfully closed its Pre-Series A funding round, raising a total of Rs. 10.5 crore. The extension saw an investment of Rs. 5.5 crore from Equentis, joining the initial investment by GrowthCap Ventures.   Building Foundational AI Models for Banking in India from India   The round also saw participation from a powerhouse group of fintech veterans and technologists, including Navin Kukreja (Founder, Paisabazaar), Gaurav Aggarwal (former CXO, Paisabazaar), Prasanna Rao (Co-founder, Arya.ag), along with a diverse group of Bay Area angels and also counts leading investors including Brigade REAP, Prarambh Ventures, IIMA…

Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru has been honoured as one of India’s Leading Kidney Transplant Centre at FICCI Advantage Healthcare India 2026. This prestigious recognition underscores the hospital’s clinical excellence, advanced capabilities in renal care, and its emergence as the most preferred hospital in India for both Indian and International patients seeking complex kidney transplant procedures.   Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road team with Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy, Principal Director of Renal Sciences and senior leadership after being recognized by FICCI   A key milestone in this journey has been the introduction of TREAT Program (Total Robot Enabled and Assisted Transplant), a…

Oaksmith Packaged Drinking Water, from Suntory Global Spirits, today announced its association with Mumbai Indians as the Official Style Partner for the season. Mumbai Indians are widely regarded as one of cricket’s most accomplished franchises, consistently setting high benchmarks across performance, preparation, and presence on and off the field. Known for aiming higher each time they take the field and delivering on that ambition, Mumbai Indians represent a culture of excellence and discipline that has shaped the tournament over the years. This ethos aligns closely with Oaksmith’s philosophy of standing tall and elevating standards in every space the brand engages…

India’s most popular leader and our prime minister, Shri Narendra Modi, inaugurates the Noida International Airport today, March 31st, 2026. In fact, the very phase of this mega project is opened today, and PM hails the project as the airport as the “symbol of India’s new spirit”. Airport Developed on a PPP Model: Adhering to the concept of Public Private Partnership and as per the estimate, it has sucked around 11,200 crore INR. The exact location is Jewar, which is in Uttar Pradesh, a state in the northern part of India. The underlying ambition is to broaden the aviation capacity…

Saya Gold Avenue comprises 1620 units across 8 towers, each rising up to 39 storeys, making it one of the most prominent high-rise developments in the region   Ghaziabad has witnessed a significant milestone in its real estate journey as Saya Gold Avenue, the tallest residential development in the city, has been completely sold out.   Saya Gold Avenue   Located in the prime neighbourhood of Indirapuram, the project has emerged as a landmark development, with the final few units being sold at prices exceeding Rs. 15,000 per square foot, reflecting strong buyer confidence and premium positioning in the market.…

A significant decline in the number of Indian students opting for higher education abroad is prompting a larger conversation around the readiness of India’s education ecosystem, according to Sushma Bharath, an independent education strategist and consultant.   Sushma Bharath   Recent data indicates that the number of Indians travelling overseas for higher education has dropped from 908,000 in 2023 to 626,000 in 2025, with US student visas alone witnessing a sharp 62 per cent decline between June and July 2025. While this trend may appear encouraging for India, Bharath notes that the reasons behind it warrant closer scrutiny. (Source: The…

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore hosted its 51st Convocation on 27th March 2026. A total of 785 students from various programmes graduated, this evening. Degrees were awarded to the students of the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme and the MBA programmes – the Post Graduate Programme in Enterprise Management (PGPEM), Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP), Post Graduate Programme in Business Analytics (PGPBA) and Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP). Students of the Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy and Management (PGPPM) received the Master of Management Studies (Public Policy) degree. One PhD scholar received the award for excellence…