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Galgotias University continues its remarkable trajectory in global higher education, securing prominent positions in the QS World University Rankings 2026 by Quacquarelli Symonds. The university has been ranked 15th among India’s top private universities and 43rd among all Indian universities, both public and private, underscoring its growing reputation for academic excellence, global relevance, and research-driven innovation.   Galgotias University continues its global rise, ranked among India’s top institutions in QS World University Rankings 2026 Building on this momentum, Galgotias University has achieved yet another milestone in the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026, where it has been placed at 116…

Developed by VinFast, the country’s young automaker, in partnership with INKAS of Canada, the Lac Hong 900 LX is both a symbol of industrial maturity and a technological milestone. It is Vietnam’s first armored electric vehicle to earn VPAM VR7 certification, one of the world’s most demanding ballistic protection standards.   Developed by VinFast, the country’s young automaker, in partnership with INKAS of Canada, the Lac Hong 900 LX is both a symbol of industrial maturity and a technological milestone   The car was unveiled during Vietnam’s 80th National Day celebrations in Hanoi. Two models stood at the center of…

Homeland Group, one of North India’s fastest-growing real estate developers, has announced its strategic expansion into the National Capital Region with the inauguration of its new corporate office on the top floor of Baani The Statement, Golf Course Road, Gurugram. The move marks a major step in the Group’s journey from its roots in Punjab to India’s most dynamic real estate hub, reinforcing its ambition to become a pan-India brand built on trust, innovation, and quality.   Homeland Group unveils its new corporate office in Gurugram, strengthening its North India presence Guided by the foresight of Shri Krishan Aggarwal, Director,…

Quickads, led by ex-executives of Accenture, McKinsey, and Ogilvy, today announced it has raised $1.7 million in seed funding. The round was led by Kae Capital, with participation from leaders at Google, Traya and Rainforest.life.   Mr. Nitin Mahajan, Founder, QuickAds.ai Quickads is building the world’s first full‑stack marketing agency and an operating system that combines proprietary ad intelligence, AI‑powered creative automation and analytics into a one-stop “ads operating system” for brands. Advertising has long been driven by guesswork — only 5–10% of digital ads succeed and even those last just a few weeks. Quickads eliminates this uncertainty with a…

Lakeside Software, makers of the leading digital employee experience (DEX) platform running natively on Microsoft Azure, today announced the availability of a new SysTrack Cloud region in India, further expanding its global infrastructure and reinforcing its commitment to helping organizations deliver exceptional digital experiences around the world.   “With data residency and performance increasingly critical for businesses in India and nearby markets, this new Azure India region gives IT teams the control and flexibility they need to deliver fast, reliable digital experiences for employees,” said Dan Salinas, Chief Operating Officer, Lakeside Software. “It also reflects our commitment to supporting IT teams…

Butterfly Gandhimathi Appliances Ltd. (‘Company’), South-India’s leading kitchen appliances player, reported its standalone financials for the quarter and half-year ended 30th September 2025.   Operational Highlights for Q2 FY26 All core categories delivered double-digit growth, supported by sustained volume growth and new product launches Idea First Series, a premium range introduced last quarter, gained traction across categories Premium offerings led to disproportionate growth in E-com, Modern Trade and Regional Chain Stores GST reduction coupled with festivities led to buoyancy in kitchen categories, with products such as pressure cookers benefitting the most     Financial Highlights for Q2 FY26 Revenue stood…

Michelin is pleased to announce the arrival of the MICHELIN Guide in Aotearoa New Zealand, marking its first-ever expansion into Oceania. The inaugural edition will cover four vibrant culinary destinations: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown.   Michelin Guide   Set to be unveiled in the middle of 2026, the restaurant selection process is already under way, as MICHELIN Guide Inspectors are currently on the ground, dining anonymously to identify the very best restaurants that showcase the unique character of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown culinary scenes.   Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide states, “We are thrilled to bring…

Guided by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s vision, a quiet transformation is unfolding across India – where water is revived, trees take root, and children rediscover hope.   Rooted in the belief that human wellbeing and environmental harmony are inseparable, The Art of Living’s Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust (AOL-SSRDP) and Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences & Technology Trust (AOL-SSIAST) have joined hands with Ashirvad by Aliaxis to unite compassion with sustainability.   Native tree plantations transforming 50 acres of dry land in Cuttack   From reviving lakes and restoring forests to rebuilding schools and empowering nursing caregivers, this…

The Maha Kumbha Abhishekam and Prana Pratishta of Sri Rukmini Satyabhama Sametha Sri Venugopala Swamy Devasthanam were performed with great devotion and reverence at ASBL Spire, Kokapet, on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10:26 AM. The ceremony followed the Tennacharya Sampradaya under the sacred guidance of Sri Pancharathra and Divya Agama Shastra traditions.   Pran Pratishtha at ASBL Spire, Hyderabad The rituals were led by eminent Agama Shastra scholars and priests, accompanied by Vedic chants and Mangala Vadyam, invoking blessings of Lord Sri Venugopala Swamy upon all devotees. The event took place amidst a deeply spiritual atmosphere, marking a moment…

Many countries in Asia are reporting a sharp rise in flu cases. The intensified rainy season is fueling transmission and creating ideal conditions for rapid spread. In a single week, Thailand recorded more than 30,000 new cases.1 Meanwhile, Japan declared a nationwide flu epidemic on 3 October after confirming more than 6,000 patients that week.2   Flu Wave Hits Southeast Asia, Highlighting Gaps in Protection for the Elderly   The Philippines has also surpassed epidemic thresholds, with a 10% increase in private hospital admissions.3 In response, all public schools in Metro Manila suspended face-to-face classes on 13-14 October.4 Similar upward trends have also…