Author: Shruti Joshi
New Delhi [India], July 23: In a proud moment of recognition for leadership and nation-building, Mr. Prem K. Vora, President 2025-2026 of the Electric Merchants Association (EMA), Mumbai, was conferred with the prestigious Rashtriya Ashok Samman (Bharat Samman) at the National Leadership Conclave held in New Delhi. The honour recognizes Mr. Vora’s outstanding contribution to India’s electrical trade sector, his commitment to ethical business practices, and his visionary leadership in empowering traders, strengthening MSMEs, and driving sustainable industry growth. As the youngest President of the Electric Merchants Association, Mr. Prem K. Vora has led the organization with a progressive vision, transforming challenges into…
Prof. (Dr.) Dilip Kumar Patnaik, Vice Chancellor, Medicaps University, Indore Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], July 23: As the period for university admission reaches its concluding stage, students and parents often select an institution while they have limited time. While the cost of tuition is a factor that people consider, it is not the only element that should lead this process. A university is a place that determines the academic path, the practical experience and the general growth of a student. By evaluating the entire situation, families are able to make decisions that are based on more information. Q1. What should…
Actor, entrepreneur and K Sera Sera Virtual Studio Director Vikrant Anand shared the stage with Bollywood actress Zareen Khan at a high-profile launch event, celebrating the debut of X Blue Jeans’ latest collection. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 23: X Blue Jeans marked the grand launch of its latest collection at a glamorous event in Mumbai, bringing together leading personalities from the worlds of entertainment, fashion, business and politics. The evening was headlined by Bollywood actress Zareen Khan and actor, entrepreneur, and K Sera Sera Virtual Studio Director Vikrant Anand, making it one of the city’s most talked-about brand launches. Vikrant…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 23: A decade ago, if you wanted a cup of chai, you’d dig through your pockets for loose change. These days, whether you’re a street vendor in Varanasi or a software engineer in Bengaluru, you pretty much pay the same way: pull out your phone, scan a QR code, tap out your PIN, and you’re done. That’s old news by now. The real story isn’t how easy payments have become—it’s about what’s being built on top of those payments, and how that’s flipping Indian business models upside down. From Plumbing to Data Highway When the National…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 23: The Union Bank of India SC/ST Employees’ Welfare Association, Mumbai, organised the Festival of Social Justice and Equality 2026 at the Yashwantrao Chavan Centre, Nariman Point, bringing together banking professionals, educationists, social leaders, artists, and students to celebrate the combined jayanti of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, and Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. A major highlight of the event was the association’s announcement that it would take responsibility for the further education of 108 students from tribal areas, reaffirming its commitment to promoting education and social empowerment. The association also announced the distribution of…
New Delhi [India], July 23: Recognised among the prestigious 40 Under 40 India Leaders 2026 and featured in the Forbes India Anniversary Issue under the special recognition of “Influential Leaders Creating Global Impact,” Siddharth Singh Sisodia continues to redefine leadership through innovation, strategic vision, and business transformation. This recognition celebrates his significant contribution to India’s retail and technology landscape, acknowledging his ability to build sustainable businesses while driving innovation and operational excellence. Currently serving as Business Head – DJI Business Operations at Thakral Corporation, Siddharth leads the brand’s nationwide expansion through retail stores, modern trade partnerships, omnichannel growth, and high-impact D2C initiatives.…
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 23: Praveg Limited (BSE – 531637), India’s leading eco-responsible luxury resorts company, today announced that its Board of Directors, at its meeting held on July 22, 2026, approved a preferential issue of equity shares and convertible warrants aggregating approximately ₹53.72 Cr, subject to the approval of shareholders and other applicable statutory and regulatory approvals. The Board has approved the preferential allotment of 8,33,700 equity shares of face value ₹10 each at an issue price of ₹275 per share towards the conversion of an unsecured inter-corporate loan availed from Jhaveri Credits and Capital Limited. The conversion, aggregating approximately ₹22.93 Cr, will reduce the Company’s outstanding debt while strengthening its capital structure. Further,…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 22: Bollywood producer Sajid Qureshi, the man behind films like Nanu Ki Jaanu, FryDay, Bad Boy, and Incar, is proving that his vision extends far beyond the big screen. As his rapidly growing digital entertainment venture Bazzzooka completed two successful years, Qureshi celebrated the milestone with his entire team after the platform’s combined social media presence crossed an impressive 50 million followers across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and other digital platforms. The celebration was not merely an anniversary event but a reflection of how a film producer has successfully transformed himself into one of the emerging entrepreneurs…
Five-Year, 5 GW Partnership to Commercialize Perovskite-plus-Silicon Solar Modules Surat (Gujarat) [India], July 22: RAYZON Solar Limited (Rayzon Solar), a leading Indian solar manufacturer, and Caelux Corporation (Caelux), a global leader in perovskite solar technology, today announced a monumental five-year, 5 GW partnership to integrate Caelux’s energy-producing solar glass with RAYZON Solar’s advanced TOPCon modules. Supporting the country’s “Make in India” vision through local manufacturing, this partnership will enable next-generation perovskite-plus-silicon modules with record-breaking efficiencies of 28%. From Technology Integration to Commercial Deployment Caelux’s energy-producing solar glass replaces the conventional top glass in a module with a second power-generating perovskite…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 22: For a long time, India’s AI story felt pretty familiar—big market, but all the real technology came from somewhere else. Every chatbot, every voice assistant, every corporate AI tool ran on models made in labs in California or London. English always came first. Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, and the rest were barely an afterthought. Sarvam AI set out to change that, and honestly, by 2026, it’s become the clearest sign that India can build world-class AI for itself. From Startup to The Face of Indian AI Sarvam kicked off in Bengaluru, back in 2023. Vivek Raghavan…