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New Delhi [India], August 21: RAWLS Salon, the brand synonymous with India’s most luxurious salon experiences, is ready to script a new chapter with the launch of its exclusive Beyond Salon range. The grand opening, to be inaugurated by Jacqueline Fernandez on August 24th, will take place at Golf Course Road, Gurgaon – one of the country’s most premium addresses. The Beyond Salon concept brings together the best of international luxury and Indian sensibilities, creating a never-before-seen experience in the salon industry. Unlike traditional formats, Beyond Salon offers fewer chairs and private cabins for every client, ensuring a sense of exclusivity and…
New Delhi [India], August 21: On World Senior Citizens’ Day, Centre for Sight, India’s leading network of super-speciality eye hospitals, is calling attention to the urgent need for timely intervention in age-related eye diseases. With over 140 million Indians above the age of 60, nearly one in three faces visual impairment, a challenge that threatens both independence and quality of life. Globally, 80 percent of blindness is considered avoidable. Yet myths and delayed care continue to cost seniors their sight. Cataract, the leading cause of blindness in India, can now be corrected through advanced bladeless, robotic laser surgery performed as…
New Delhi [India], August 21: Star Infomatic Pvt. Ltd., a pioneer in telecom testing and measurement, today announced the Fibershot C-8 Multi-Function OTDR, a compact, rugged, and intelligent field instrument designed for the next wave of AI, cloud and mission-critical networks. As India ramps up data centre capacity, AI workloads, FTTH, and smart infrastructure, reliability at the physical layer has become non-negotiable. The C-8 addresses this by combining fibre OTDR, optical power tools, copper cable testing, SFP uplink validation, PoE power/diagnostics, and CCTV/IP camera checks into one portable device—turning network “assumptions” into evidence. One device, many applications Engineers can install,…
Kochi (Kerala) [India], August 20: Webandcrafts (WAC), a digital solutions company headquartered in Kerala, hosted the WAC Beyond – Technology and Marketing Summit 2025 at the Grand Hyatt, Kochi, drawing more than 1,000 participants. Marking its 13th anniversary, WAC positioned the summit as a preview to WAC Beyond 1.0 in 2026, which is expected to be one of the largest innovation platforms in the state. Recognised as South India’s largest technology and marketing summit, the event brought together business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discuss how emerging technologies are reshaping industries. “Technology, when used effectively, enables businesses to scale further…
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: Surat-based Abril Paper Tech Ltd, a leading manufacturer and supplier of sublimation and heat transfer paper, has received in-principle approval from BSE SME for its Rs. 1342 lakh public issue. The company plans to utilise the IPO proceeds to fund its expansion plans. Under the IPO, Abril Paper Tech Ltd will issue 22.00 lakh equity shares at a fixed price of Rs. 61 per share, targeting to raise Rs . 1,342 lakh. The proceeds will primarily be utilised for capacity expansion and additional working capital requirements. The public issue will open on August 29 and…
New Delhi [India], August 20: India’s business landscape is witnessing a surge of innovation, with rising brands setting new benchmarks in creativity, resilience, and growth. From disruptive startups to purpose-driven ventures, these companies are not just succeeding but reshaping industries. Their stories highlight the spirit of entrepreneurship powering India’s future economy. 1. Entrepreneur Business Times Now emerging as India’s premier online business news portal www.entrepreneurebt.com proudly announces the launch of its monthly digital business magazine— a bold new platform created for entrepreneurs, startup founders, CXOs, CEO, modern business leaders, and decision-makers across India. Built on the pillars of credibility, visibility, and trust, this platform delivers impactful business content, feature story,…
Well-known environmentalist and industrialist Greenman Viral Desai opened the much-hyped EcoFest at Agarwal Vidya Vihar College, on August 4. It was unusual not only as a cultural event, but also as a movement that brought young people to the center of environmental responsibility. Speaking to hundreds of students, Desai gave an emergency call: become Paryavaran Senanis- environmental soldiers determined to protect the earth. The Call to Action: Youth as Environmental Soldiers During a keynote address, Desai noted that the environmental protection task is not entirely the responsibility of the governments or the institutions. It needs a communal spirit and the…
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], August 19: In a notable step within India’s sustainability education space, NAMTECH (New Age Makers Institute of Technology), an educational initiative by ArcelorMittal and Nippon Steel, has come together with KPMG in India, one of India’s leading professional services firm’s to launch a postgraduate program in Sustainability Engineering and Management. A specialised initiative integrates KPMG in India’s sustainability with NAMTECH’s academic innovation. Students to benefit from hands-on experience in solving real sustainability challenges alongside KPMG in India An initiative that would combine KPMG in India’s sustainability insights with NAMTECH’s academic strengths to foster applied learning. The year-long…
Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], August 20: On 14 August 2025, just ahead of India’s Independence Day, Dr. V.K. Jain, widely known as the “CPR Doctor of India”, has been conferred with the prestigious State Award by the Government of Rajasthan, presented by Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to public health, environmental sustainability, and social welfare. Dr. Jain has been at the forefront of advocating for CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training to be made mandatory in school education, aiming to create a generation equipped with life-saving skills. His mission is aligned with the vision of a Viksit Bharat 2047, where every school graduate knows…
New Delhi [India], August 20: Paperwiff has long been a space where stories, poems, and cultural moments thrive. Known for celebrating festivals, contests, and collaborations, Paperwiff engages its community both online and offline through open mics, contests, social events, and theme-based short stories. It continues to serve as a bridge between writers and readers, offering platforms across the website and social media to amplify voices and share stories that matter. Paperwiff, founded by Vrinda Singh Chauhan, author, entrepreneur, and advocate for creative freedom, has grown into a vibrant ecosystem of storytelling and cultural exchange. With its newly strengthened wings, PaperwiffTV…