Author: Faisal Mahmood

The Faculty of Law, Manipal University Jaipur, in association with the Ranka Public Charitable Trust, organised the 12th Manipal Ranka International Moot Court Competition on 25th and 26th October 2026. The flagship competition brought together 48 participants comprising 16 teams from reputed national and international law universities.   12th Manipal Ranka International Moot Court Competition organised at Manipal University Jaipur   The inaugural ceremony on 25th October 2026 was graced by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Dinesh Maheshwari, Chairperson, Law Commission of India and Former Judge, Supreme Court of India, as the Chief Guest and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Narendra Kumar Jain, Former…

Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) has achieved a significant milestone in research excellence, with 19 of its researchers featuring in the prestigious Stanford–Elsevier Top 2% Scientists List, which recognises researchers worldwide for the scholarly impact of their published work. The recognition marks a notable achievement for the university, with the number of its researchers featured in the list doubling compared to the previous year.   19 Researchers from Mnaipal University Jaipur felicitated by the university leadership   Compiled through a collaboration involving Stanford University and Elsevier, the list identifies scientists whose research has made a significant impact in their respective fields.…

Keralam Minister for Home, Vigilance and Coir Ramesh Chennithala has urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to strengthen interstate operational coordination against narcotics trafficking and convene a special conference of the Home Ministers of all States and Union Territories.   Keralam Minister for Home, Vigilance and Coir Ramesh Chennithala   In a letter submitted to the Union Home Minister, Chennithala has proposed a time-bound interstate operational protocol under the Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD), faster real-time intelligence sharing, coordinated investigation of the financial networks behind drug trafficking, and a structured review of legal and procedural challenges under the NDPS framework.   The…

Music is getting louder, makeup is getting bolder, and “Maybe It’s My Stage” is back with the volume turned all the way up. Following its debut in Mumbai with Spotify, Maybelline New York is taking its cultural IP into the festive season, bringing a new chapter of live entertainment, beauty experiences and high-energy moments. Rooted in the energy of each city’s festive season, the experience brings music, makeup and self-expression together, inviting everyone to find their look, own their moment, and take the spotlight.   As India steps into one of its most vibrant and culturally rich seasons, the festive…

L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in the country, has launched the second edition of ‘Pitch Point,’ a competition for AI startups ahead of RAISE’ 26, India’s premier Artificial Intelligence (AI)-themed event in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sector. LTF is offering an opportunity to AI startups that are in their early to growth stage to present their solutions, applicable for BFSI or Non-BFSI domains, to a panel of Venture Capitalists, LTF’s senior management, and global industry experts at RAISE’ 26.   Past winners encourage incoming applicants to view Pitch Point as…

The upcoming Diwali season presents a great opportunity for many Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India. Traders, wholesale dealers and manufacturers will have to build up their stock, arrange for raw material procurement, and set aside extra funds for meeting the increased expenses before new sales start coming in. It makes sense for any business to plan ahead and prepare cash flow in advance so that it does not have to adjust its regular operations to accommodate festive season sales.   MSMEs Prepare for Diwali Demand Surge 2026 The Economic Survey 2025-26, released by the Government of India’s…

Moscow, Russia Technology exports, high tech, and advanced solutions will be the key theme of the “Made in Russia” international export forum. The high-tech track will shape the business program, from promoting Russian innovations in foreign markets to international cooperation in innovation. The forum is organized by Russian Export Center (REC, VEB.RF Group). It will take place on November 16 at the National Centre RUSSIA in Moscow. Registration is open.   High Tech to Be the Main Theme of the “Made in Russia” Forum   For Indian partners, the Made in Russia programme has become a practical tool for entering…

Solidus Techno Power Private Limited has successfully delivered a 27.31 MWh Battery Energy Storage system (BESS) integrated with 50 MW solar project for SBF Ispat Private Limited, delivering comprehensive EPC services for the project.   The project strengthens Solidus’s solar and storage portfolio , complemented by BESS manufacturing through its subsidiary XenRosh ESS.   The project marks a significant milestone in Solidus’s expansion into integrated solar and energy storage solutions. Alongside its EPC and renewable energy development business, Solidus is strengthening its BESS manufacturing capabilities through XenRosh ESS, a Solidus subsidiary focussed on manufacturing Battery Energy Storage Systems.   The…

As Diwali 2026 approaches, households across India are preparing for festive shopping, home improvements, gifts and family celebrations. Managing these expenses alongside regular monthly commitments can require careful financial planning. Bajaj Finance Personal Loan offers a way to fund eligible planned and urgent expenses through a collateral-free loan with flexible repayment options.   Bajaj Finance Personal Loan   Customers can apply for a loan ranging from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 55 lakh, subject to eligibility and applicable terms. The repayment tenure ranges from 12 months to 108 months. This extended tenure gives eligible borrowers more time to repay their loans…

15 finalist teams from across 9 Indian states and Delhi will travel to Mumbai to participate in the first-ever Children’s Earthshot, a two-day programme at the Museum of Solutions, alongside The Earthshot Prize’s 2026 Summit. Five winners, one from each Earthshot category, will be announced at the Children’s Earthshot Awards Ceremony. Each winning team will receive US$2,000 to further develop and implement its environmental solution. The I CAN Earthshot Challenge marks the biggest youth outreach initiative in The Earthshot Prize’s history, engaging close to one million students across 15,000 schools in 24 Indian states. India has produced more Earthshot Prize…