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The Brewery transformed into a haven of soulful rhythms on Wednesday as As It Is took the stage, weaving a tapestry of classic and contemporary jazz with effortless finesse. The evening’s allure was magnified by the presence of 17-year-old jazz pianist Armaan Khurana, who graced the ensemble as a guest performer, adding a youthful yet profound resonance to the performance. Young Talent, Timeless Tunes: Armaan Khurana Mesmerizes with Jazz Saxophone at The Brewery Armaan, a high school student whose fervent devotion to jazz eclipses his years, collaborated seamlessly with As It Is, a collective of young, accomplished musicians: Sidheshwar Malakar,…
As more Indians switch to electric vehicles, these practical tips with help from VinFast’s VF 6 and VF 7 can guide first-time EV owners toward a smooth and confident start to electric driving. VinFast VF 6 and VF 7 have smart features that can address these concerns, making EV ownership easier for Indian drivers India’s EV market is picking up speed, with over 74,500 EVs sold in the first half of 2025, marking a 53% increase over the same period last year and already accounts for 75% of total EV sales in 2024. This means more Indians are making the…
Illumina Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), a global leader in sequencing technology, announced today that Illumina India has won the Top GCC Award at the 2025 GCC Workplace Awards, hosted by the Zyoin Group. The award recognizes Illumina India as the leading Global Capability Center (GCC) in the country for its world-class innovation, progressive workplace culture, inclusive practices, and strong people focus. Illumina India Wins the Top GCC Award at the 2025 GCC Workplace Awards “This is a proud milestone for all of us at Illumina. To be recognized with this award just a year into building our GCC in India is…
Today’s driven entrepreneurs and businesses can now enjoy greater rewards when securing quick business financing. Bajaj Finance has launched a limited-period ‘Loan Utsav’ offer, providing cashback rewards and other benefits to eligible businesses. This offer provides business owners access to business loans up to Rs. 80 lakh along with exclusive rewards, including cashback up to Rs. 3,000 and exciting brand vouchers. Bajaj Finserv Business Loan The campaign is live from July 1, 2025, to July 31, 2025, and is available only through the Bajaj Finserv App. The rewards are limited to the first 200 successful loan disbursals for each of…
As authentic Indian stories continue to strike a chord with audiences across the globe, RU BA RU-a powerful short film from Rajasthan-is all set to make its international premiere at the Indian Film Festival Stuttgart 2025 in the prestigious “In Competition” section. Anvita Gupta presents – Ru Ba Ru, a short film Rooted in folk tradition and cinematic flourish, RUBARU is a bold, lyrical tale of two sisters-one a rudaali (professional mourner), the other a dancer-fighting to reclaim agency in a world shaped by caste, class, and gender inequality. Directed by Rajasthan- native Kapil Tanwar, the film marks his directorial…
Chitkara University Funds 101 Startups, Driving India’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship Story
Further strengthening its position as one of India’s most dynamic university-led startup ecosystems, the Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation (CIIF), the entrepreneurship and incubation arm of Chitkara University, Punjab, has proudly announced having funded 101 startups to date. This milestone cements CIIF’s growing reputation as a key enabler in India’s thriving innovation landscape. Chitkara Innovation Incubator Foundation (CIIF), the entrepreneurship and incubation arm of Chitkara University proudly announces having funded 101 startups Since its inception in 2015, CIIF has worked hand-in-hand with entrepreneurs from across the country, not just providing funding, but delivering a comprehensive support ecosystem that includes deep mentoring,…
Divine Blessings in Silver: MMTC-PAMP Launches 99.99%+ Silver Char Dham 20gm Coin Series Honouring India’s Spiritual Compass
MMTC-PAMP’s set of 4 coins is a unique tribute to the four holiest pilgrimage sites of India, Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri, and Rameswaram Aesthetically created with the Finest Swiss Craftsmanship, each coin celebrates one of the Char Dham and its significance The colourful coins weigh 20 grams each and are made from 99.99%+ purest silver, making them ideal for collectors, gifting and spiritually inclined customers Honouring the cultural and spiritual significance of the Char Dham Yatra, MMTC- PAMP, Indias only LBMA accredited Good Delivery Gold & Silver refiner and recognised as the purest precious metal brand in Asia and India, has…
L&T Finance Ltd. Records Consolidated PAT of Rs. 701 Crore for the First Quarter Ended June 30, 2025 (Q1FY26), up 10% QoQ and 2% YoY
L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India has recorded consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 701 Crore, up 10% Quarter-on-Quarter (QoQ) and 2% Year-on-Year (YoY) for the first quarter ended June 30, 2025. During the quarter, LTF achieved a milestone of highest-ever consolidated book of Rs. 1,02,314 Crore, up 15% YoY. The retail book size during the quarter reached Rs. 99,816 Crore, up 18% YoY. The Company has recorded quarterly retail disbursement of Rs. 17,522 Crore for the first quarter ended June 30, 2025, up 18% YoY. Retailisation stood at 98% for…
Xavier University School of Medicine, Aruba (XUSOM) Leading the Way in Accessible, High-Quality Medical Education
Xavier University School of Medicine, Aruba (XUSOM),a prominent institution dedicated to high-quality medical education, continues to break new ground in making medical training accessible, affordable, and globally relevant. As the world faces a critical shortage of physicians, XUSOM is at the forefront of addressing this challenge by providing exceptional medical education to aspiring healthcare professionals around the world. Global graduates of XUSOM Founded in 2004, XUSOM has quickly established itself as a global leader in medical education, with more than 1,500 well-trained graduates securing positions in highly competitive residency programs. These alumni are now making meaningful contributions to healthcare systems…
A wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (“ADIA”) has entered into definitive agreements to invest USD 200 million for a ~3% stake in Micro Life Sciences Private Limited (“Meril”), one of India’s leading medical devices companies. This investment values Meril at an enterprise value of USD 6.6 billion. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval by the Competition Commission of India (CCI). Post this investment, Meril will be backed by two globally recognized investors, ADIA and Warburg Pincus. ADIA to invest USD 200 million in Meril, valuing the Indian medical devices company at an enterprise value of…