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Author: Mohit Reddy
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], January 31: Merino, a global leader in interior & surface solutions is currently participating in Matecia 2026 – East Edition, being held from 30th January to 1st February 2026 at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, Kolkata. The company is exhibiting at Hall A, Stall B17, across a 70 sq. m. display area, where it is presenting a complete interior material solution through the combined use of 0.8 mm Calplus Decorative Laminates and Merino Marine Board. The showcase reflects how interior material selection is increasingly being approached as a system rather than individual components. Through bringing together a…
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], January 31: At the World Raw Powerlifting Championship held in Vietnam, IPS Academy’s talented athlete Vishal Dhakad delivered a stellar performance to clinch the gold medal in the Under-Junior 74 kg category. With this historic victory, Vishal brought international recognition to India and the state. The world-class championship witnessed intense competition among top athletes from several countries. Despite the tough field, Vishal secured first place through his powerful performance, technical precision, and mental strength. In addition to the gold medal, he also won the World Strongman Trophy. Associated with IPS Academy – Institute of Engineering &…
East-West Seed India announced the appointment of Rahul Pagar as General Manager – India New Delhi [India], January 31: In his new role, Rahul will lead the India organisation with a focus on reinforcing the company’s brand leadership and relevance, deepening its positive impact on smallholder farmers and their communities, and building an effective, inclusive organisation through strong cross-functional collaboration. A key priority will be people and capability building, aligned with East-West Seed’s Vision 2030 and its mission to serve smallholder farmers. Commenting on his appointment, Rahul Pagar said, “It is a privilege and a great responsibility to lead East-West…
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], January 31: Children’s Book Trust,, a New-Delhi based, India’s pioneering non-profit publisher dedicated to children’s literature, has launched a special awareness initiative titled “Book Helps, Mobile Harms.” The countrywide campaign aims to highlight the importance of cultivating reading habits among children from an early age while drawing attention to the adverse effects of excessive mobile phone usage. Through the “Book Helps, Mobile Harms” campaign, Children’s Book Trust is addressing growing concerns among parents and educators about the impact of excessive screen time on children. The campaign highlights how overuse of mobile phones adversely affects eyesight, mental…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 31: In a landmark branding and city-integration move, Roswalt Realty has acquired the naming rights of Oshiwara Metro Station for one year, officially rebranding it as Roswalt Realty Oshiwara. The announcement was marked by a special on-ground event at the station, celebrating the association between urban mobility and one of Mumbai’s fastest-growing real estate brands. The initiative reinforces Roswalt Realty’s deep-rooted presence in the Oshiwara–Andheri West corridor, a key residential and commercial hub in the city. By associating with a high-footfall public infrastructure landmark, Roswalt Realty aims to build everyday recall while strengthening its connection with the communities it…
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 31: Gurgaon-based personal care startup Phitku has secured investment from Aman Gupta, Co-founder of boAt, and Anupam Mittal, Founder of Shaadi.com, on Shark Tank India Season 5 (Episode 16), after pitching what it claims is India’s first crystal roll-on deodorant designed to eliminate odour-causing bacteria rather than mask smell with fragrance. The deal was struck at an valuation of ₹180 crore, marking one of the notable consumer brand investments of the season. Phitku’s product is built using cosmetic-grade, purified alum crystal, a natural mineral with antibacterial properties that prevent the growth of odour-causing bacteria, this is mixed with…
LANXESS once again on CDP Climate A List – among the top 4 percent of all companies assessed Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 31: Climate protection initiative CDP has once again included LANXESS in its “A List” for climate protection – for the seventh time in a row. With an “A” rating, the specialty chemicals company ranks among the top 4 percent of more than 22,100 companies assessed worldwide. CDP gave particularly positive ratings in the areas of business strategy, targets, emissions reduction and climate-friendly products, governance and value chain. The CDP experts award “A” ratings to companies that disclose their…
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 31: When a student peers into a microscope for the first time, they are not just observing cells—they are stepping into a world where science can heal, protect, and transform lives. At the School of Sciences (SSc), JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), this moment of curiosity is turned into a powerful academic and career journey through its BSc Biotechnology Program, designed to shape thinkers, innovators, and future leaders in life sciences. Recognised among the best BSc Biotechnology colleges in Bangalore, the School of Sciences has built a reputation for blending strong scientific foundations with modern applications. Students enrolling in BSc…
New Delhi [India], January 31: As reality television continues to dominate screens with spectacle-driven content, author Arjun Shaji offers a disturbing counterpoint through his psychological thriller, Devil’s Reality Show. The novel has begun drawing attention for its sharp critique of voyeuristic entertainment and its exploration of human morality under extreme pressure. Designed around the format of a reality program, the story follows a group of strangers placed inside a controlled and inescapable environment governed by unseen authorities and rigid rules. What initially appears to be a social experiment soon reveals itself as a brutal system where survival outweighs ethics, forcing…
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], January 31: As India continues its journey toward becoming a global knowledge and innovation hub, the role of technology in strengthening the education delivery system has become increasingly vital. Addressing this evolving need, Nifty Project Management and Operations, an education-focused technology company, is playing a significant role in transforming classrooms and learning environments across the country. Founded with a clear vision to enhance conceptual understanding and improve learning outcomes, Nifty Project Management and Operations specializes in providing high-end technology solutions for the education sector. The organization focuses on enabling deeper comprehension of academic concepts, helping students move beyond…