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A Transformative Initiative Empowering the Next Generation of Original Music Creators Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24: On the occasion of World Music Day 2026, celebrated singer and music icon Sonu Nigam announced the launch of “I Believe Your Music” (IBYM), a visionary initiative designed to discover, mentor, support, and elevate emerging music creators from India and around the world. More than just a platform, I Believe Your Music represents Sonu Nigam’s commitment to giving back to the music industry that shaped his remarkable journey. At a time when countless talented musicians struggle to find the right guidance, opportunities, and industry…
New Delhi [India], June 24: Few cities carry the weight of Moscow’s cultural legacy and match it with the infrastructure of a modern world capital. Now, the Moscow City Tourism Committee is bringing that proposition directly to the Indian market. In a significant move, QnA International has announced Moscow as a Destination Partner for the 13th Annual MICE India & Luxury Travel (MILT) Congress 2026, to be held on 23–24 July 2026 at ITC Grand Goa, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa. Moscow’s appeal to Indian travellers goes well beyond iconic landmarks. The city offers an unmatched combination: luxury hotels…
Kandla (Gujarat) [India], June 24: Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla has achieved a new milestone in LPG handling during FY 2025-26, reinforcing its position as one of India’s premier energy ports. During the current financial year, DPA successfully handled 133 LPG vessels, registering a throughput of 2.61 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of LPG cargo. This represents a remarkable 25% Year-on-Year growth compared to the previous fiscal year. This achievement underscores DPA’s enhanced operational efficiency, improved infrastructure capabilities, and commitment to meeting the nation’s growing energy demands. The consistent growth in LPG handling is a testament to the coordinated efforts of port…
New-age programme combines defence technology, drone systems, military intelligence and strategic studies to prepare future-ready professionals for National Security Domains Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24: In a significant step towards strengthening India’s future defence and security talent pool, Thakur College of Science and Commerce (TCSC), affiliated with the University of Mumbai, has launched a first-of-its-kind B.Sc. in Defence and Strategic Studies, an interdisciplinary undergraduate programme designed to bridge science education with emerging defence technologies and strategic applications. The newly introduced programme, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, comes at a time when modern warfare and national security are…
Sales of EUR 1.378 billion, down 13.9 percent from the same quarter last year Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24: A persistently weak economic environment, ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, and prior year’s portfolio divestments characterized the first quarter of the 2026 financial year for specialty chemicals company LANXESS. Sales amounted to EUR 1.378 billion, which was 13.9 percent below the sales of EUR 1.601 billion in the same quarter of the previous year. EBITDA pre exceptionals reached EUR 94 million, down 29.3 percent from the EUR 133 million recorded in the same quarter of the previous year. The EBITDA margin pre exceptionals…
Mr. Kazuhiko Yoshimura President , OGIS-RI & Rajaraman Subramanian , CTO Calligo Technologies ( From L-R) Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 23: In a landmark move to advance Vision-AI solutions in India and Japan, Calligo Technologies announced a strategic collaboration with OGIS-RI, Japan. The partnership integrates Calligo’s advanced CIS2 Technology with OGIS-RI’s MessagePub+ framework, creating a unified OneM2M-compliant platform for smart multiple Vision-AI deployments. Unified IoT Architecture for Vision-AI The collaboration combines Calligo’s CIS2 Edge-AI vision systems with MessagePub+, a lightweight OneM2M-compliant messaging subset designed for resource-constrained environments. Following successful integration and validation, the unified CIS2 + MessagePub+ solution will enable…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24: Following the successful pan-India expansion of POPPiK across 17 cities, serial entrepreneur, investor, and mentor Jay Gupta has announced the upcoming launch of SKNPOP — a next-generation skincare brand set to redefine how consumers understand and care for their skin through the power of artificial intelligence. SKNPOP is built on a simple yet powerful premise: better skin starts with better knowledge. The brand leverages advanced AI-powered skin analysis to help users accurately identify their skin type, understand visible skin concerns, and receive personalized skincare guidance — enabling smarter product selection and more effective routine building. The brand is being launched by a…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 24: The Chamber of Tax Consultants (CTC), a premier organisationwhich is dedicated towards advancing the tax, accounting, legal and allied professions, organised the Honorary Membership Conferment Ceremony in continuation of its centenary celebrations under the banner Shatabdi Manthan. The completion of 100 years of excellence of CTC, the final function recognized the exemplary work of a few of the renowned professionals and highlighted their distinguished leadership, technical excellence and meaningful contributions to the legal and professional community. The esteemed professionals so honouredwere present, viz.Justice R.V. Easwar (Retd.), eminent jurist and former judge; Mr Saurabh Soparkar, Senior Advocate; Mr Percy Pardiwala, Senior Advocate; Mr. Arvind Datar, Senior Advocate, who was travelling, accepted the honourvirtually. Their work in the field of jurisprudence, constitutional law, taxation, and…
By Rima Bhandari, Energy Coach, Healer, Author & TEDx Speaker New Delhi [India], June 22: Rima Bhandari believes that the world is facing a crisis that is rarely discussed in boardrooms, business meetings, or social gatherings. It is not a financial crisis. It is not a technology crisis. It is an emotional crisis. Today, people are achieving more than ever before. Careers are growing, businesses are expanding, and opportunities are endless. Yet behind the smiles, promotions, and accomplishments, countless individuals are silently carrying stress, emotional exhaustion, loneliness, and anxiety. Many wake up feeling tired despite sleeping. Many feel disconnected despite…
New Delhi [India], June 24: MedLinks, one of India’s leading centres for hair and skin sciences, has introduced Elyara Hair Filler, a peptide-based injectable treatment, as part of its expanding portfolio of non-surgical hair restoration solutions. The addition comes amid growing demand from patients seeking science-backed, minimally invasive approaches to managing hair thinning and hair loss before considering surgical intervention. The introduction reflects a broader shift in the hair restoration landscape. Hair loss remains one of the most common concerns among both men and women globally. Research suggests that nearly 50% of men experience male-pattern hair loss by age 50, while…