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New Delhi [India], May 14: An unforgettable evening where 3D fashion stepped out of 2D paintings, proving that imagination and creativity truly know no limits. From breathtaking collections to powerful runway moments, every frame of the show reflected passion, innovation, and artistic excellence. This fashion showcase was truly no less than this year’s Met Gala, where students brought the theme Beyond The Frame to life through extraordinary garments, unique concepts, and stunning craftsmanship. Under the visionary leadership of our Founder Mrs. Neeru Jain and Director Mr. Ayush Jain, Défilé de Mode Season 5 became a grand celebration of talent, style,…
Samunnati, India’s leading agri-ecosystem platform, today announced a strategic leadership transition designed to steer the organization into its next phase: Samunnati 2.0. This tech-led evolution aims to deepen market access, expand financial inclusion, and unlock new value for farmer collectives across India. The transition follows the successful completion of the Group’s strategic reorganization initiated in December 2024. Leadership Announcements: Diwakar B R has been appointed Managing Director & Group CEO. A veteran in the financial services sector with over 30 years of experience, Diwakar joins fromCreditAccess Life Insurance, where he served as CEO. Suresh Rajagopalan, currently serving as Group CTO and CEO of SAIL, a group company,…
Mohali (Punjab) [India], May 14: Active Clothing Co limited, (BSE – 541144), India’s one of the leading ‘design-to-shelf’ companies, specializing in apparel for leading global fashion brands, has announced its strategic entry into the retail segment with the Board approving the launch of retail outlets under the brand name “NUEMO”. The Company has already operationalized 5 outlets under the NUEMO brand and plans to open 7 additional outlets over the next 10 days. NUEMO will operate a multi-brand retail platform focused on capturing growth opportunities across India. The format will include flexible retail models offering unisex apparel for all ages under one roof, along with category-specific stores tailored to local…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 14: The Cannes Film Festival, one of the world’s most prestigious annual events held in Cannes, France, will host its 79th edition from May 12 to 23, 2026. Known for celebrating acclaimed auteurs, presenting a highly competitive lineup, and hosting the world’s largest film market, the Marché du Film, the festival remains a global cultural landmark. This year, internationally renowned Show Director Liza Varma from India will lead a delegation of Indian designers, jewellery labels, and models to Cannes, presenting their work across a series of curated fashion events running alongside the festival. The showcases will…
New Delhi [India], May 14: STEMathon brings together some of India’s brightest young minds, challenging them to apply their STEM learning to real-world issues. The programme inspires independent thinking, collective problem solving, and innovation rooted in science and technology. Guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), it nurtures the next generation of innovators poised to make a meaningful global impact.Imperial College London stands among the world’s most prestigious universities, consistently ranked within the global top ten for its excellence in science, engineering, medicine, and business. With a heritage of over a century of pioneering research and a reputation…
When 1.12 lakh students across Telangana were assessed not on what they memorised, but on how they think, it marked the quiet beginning of a national reckoning with how India defines merit. Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 14: In a country where a child’s worth has long been measured in percentages and rank lists, something unusual happened in Hyderabad on the 9th of May, 2026. In a room filled with students, parents, educators, and policymakers, the applause was not for those who scored highest on an exam. It was for those who demonstrated how they think. The CogniCHAMP India Scholarship —…
Panel to bring together leading voices across film, technology, and programming on the Cannes main stage Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 14: Tasveer, the Academy Award-recognized platform at the forefront of South Asian storytelling, is making history at Cannes. On May 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM, Tasveer will take the main stage at the Marché du Film with “Reimagining Global Pathways and Financing for Stories That Travel” the only official South Asian event at the world’s most prestigious film festival. This is not just a panel. It is a declaration that South Asian cinema belongs at the center of the global conversation.…
New Delhi [India], May 14: Flipkart has appointed Ankit Agarwal as Vice President, Business Finance, strengthening its leadership team as the company pivots towards a more disciplined growth approach after years of prioritizing scale, in line with a broader shift across India’s digital commerce sector as platforms recalibrate towards more efficiency-led growth models. In his new role, Agarwal will lead strategic financial planning and oversee business finance operations across marketplace categories. He will be responsible for enabling sharper decision-making across categories, strengthening investment prioritization, and embedding finance more closely into business strategy. Currently, he oversees finance across key businesses, including…
Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], May 12: In a step that brings traditional Ayurveda closer to modern clinical validation, Krishna’s Herbal & Ayurveda has announced the successful completion of a clinical study on its She Care Juice, designed to support women dealing with PCOD-related concerns. For millions of women, PCOD is not just a medical term. It often shows up as irregular periods, acne, unwanted facial hair, weight gain, emotional stress, and a constant feeling that the body is out of balance. With She Care Juice, Krishna’s Ayurveda has focused on a formulation that supports women’s health naturally, while now also being backed…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 13: Sheth Realty launched its new development project in Mulund on May 13, 2026, marking the beginning with a Bhoomi Pujan ceremony. Held in the presence of company leadership, partners and invited guests, the ceremony was rooted in tradition and symbolic of auspicious beginnings. Over the years, Mulund has emerged as one of Mumbai’s most well-regarded residential neighborhoods, appreciated for its connected yet grounded way of life. As the locality continues to evolve, Sheth Realty’s approach remains centered on contributing positively to its urban fabric through developments that are mindful, contextual and community-oriented in spirit. Guided…