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Mrs Neerja Birla Leads Mpower Initiative with BTECH to Expand Evidence-Based Suicide Prevention Programme in India
In a significant step towards strengthening India’s mental health ecosystem, Mpower, an initiative of the Aditya Birla Education Trust (ABET) founded by Mrs Neerja Birla, has partnered with the globally renowned Behavioral Tech Institute (BTECH) to introduce a structured, evidence-based Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) programme in India. This programme represents an important step in addressing high-risk mental health conditions, with Mpower being among the early mental healthcare providers in India to introduce a structured and evidence-based DBT programme at scale, particularly for individuals at risk of suicide and self-harm. Representatives from Mpower, Behavioral Tech Institute, Marsh India, and…
Nearly 9 in 10 Indians Are Planning or Have Booked Their Summer 2026 Holiday with Hidden Gems Topping Their Travel Wishlists Indian Travellers Are Choosing Smarter Summer Holidays from offbeat destinations to flexible travel dates and last-minute bookings Despite a backdrop of uncertainty, summer travel is still on for many, with 77% of Indians confident about travelling in the next 3 months. In fact, nearly 9 in 10 Indians are planning or have already booked their Summer 2026 holiday. With only about 38% yet to book their summer holidays, but are actively looking, showing sustained desire for travel despite…
As artificial intelligence transforms industries from finance to media, one sector is proving unusually resilient. Sport. While AI is already reshaping how content is produced, distributed and consumed, the core of sport remains fundamentally human. Live competition, physical performance and unscripted outcomes are not easily replicated or automated. Nicole Junkermann – the magic of sport can’t be replaced by an algorithm According to Nicole Junkermann, founder of Gameday by NJF Holdings, this gives sport a unique position in the emerging AI economy. “AI can enhance sport, analyse it and distribute it,” she says. “But it can’t…
Ai+ Smartphone Launches New Nova 2 Ultra TVC with Ishan Kishan, Redefining Smartphone Storytelling
Ai+ Smartphone has unveiled its latest campaign for the Nova 2 Ultra, fronted by Indian cricket star Ishan Kishan. With a distinctively quirky and narrative-led TVC, the brand takes a refreshing departure from conventional smartphone advertising bringing its flagship device to life through storytelling that is as engaging as it is memorable. This campaign is a continuation of Ai+ Smartphone’s broader vision to redefine the category through trust-led, design-forward innovation. Ai+ Smartphone Launches New Nova 2 Ultra TVC with Ishan Kishan, Redefining Smartphone Storytelling At the heart of the campaign lies a clear strategic intent to shift how smartphones…
Healthy snacking brand Farmley has announced the winners of its 30-day ‘Daily Fuel Challenge’, a gamified healthy eating initiative conducted through April 2026. The campaign encouraged consumers and creators across the country to create and share one recipe reel a day using products from the brand’s limited-edition Daily Fuel Box. Farmley gamifies healthy snacking with new ‘Daily Fuel’ campaign More than 50 creators and consumers participated in the initiative, with several completing all 30 days of recipe-based content creation. Farmley also sold over 500 Daily Fuel Boxes during the campaign window. Participants ranged from everyday home cooks…
FICCI Nominates Priyanka Mittal of KRBL Ltd. as Co-Chair of Saudi-India Business Council (SIBC)
Priyanka Mittal, Director, KRBL Limited, a global leader in the food industry and the parent company of the World’s No.1 basmati rice brand, has been appointed as Co-Chair of the Indian side of the Saudi-India Business Council by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). Ms. Priyanka Mittal, Whole Time Director, KRBL Ltd. In this role, Ms. Mittal will work alongside Dr. Siddeek Ahmed, Chairman, Eram Holdings, who has been nominated as Chair of the Indian side of the Council. The SIBC is a premier bilateral platform jointly established by FICCI and the Federation of…
All India Russian Education Fair 2026 Opens in Chennai; 10,000 MBBS Seats are on Offer for Indian Students
Russia is the only foreign country in the world that fully complies with the National Medical Commission – India’s latest norms set for medical education overseas. The All-India Russian Education Fair for the academic year 2026-2027 will take place on 9th and 10th May at the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Chennai, 10 am to 5 pm. Featuring the direct participation of as many as seven leading higher educational institutions, all belonging to the Russian government, the fair offers as many as 10,000 MBBS seats for the Indian students. The rise in the number of seats reflects the growing…
Global Energy Alliance Appoints Renewable Energy Entrepreneur Tanya Singhal to Lead India Operations
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (Global Energy Alliance) has appointed Tanya Singhal as Vice President, India. A renewable energy entrepreneur and climate tech leader, Singhal joins at a pivotal moment as the Global Energy Alliance scales its work to strengthen India’s energy systems and expand reliable, affordable clean power. Her appointment comes as the Global Energy Alliance marks three years of work in India, advancing efforts to build more modern, resilient power systems through battery storage, grid digitalization, and distributed energy, while expanding jobs and economic opportunity. Tanya Singhal, VP – India, Global Energy Alliance for…
Dot & Key Upgrades Its Sunscreen Portfolio with New-Age Photostable UV Filters for Superior, Long-Lasting Protection
Dot & Key, India’s science-backed skincare brand known for its effective yet enjoyable formulations, announces a significant upgrade to its sunscreen portfolio with a next-generation, photostable UV filter system. This innovation powers its best-selling sunscreens, Vitamin C + E Super Bright Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++, Strawberry Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++, and Dragon Fruit Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++, delivering enhanced broad-spectrum protection that stays stable even under prolonged sun exposure. Dot & Key Upgrades Its Sunscreen Portfolio with New-Age Photostable UV Filters for Superior, Long-Lasting Protection At the heart of this upgrade is a carefully selected blend of…
Greaves Cotton Q4FY26 Delivers 22% Overall Growth with Double-digit Growth Across Businesses Driven by Execution Excellence and Strategic Momentum
Reports consolidated Revenue of Rs. 1000 crore in Q4 FY26, delivering 22% YoY growth, and Rs. 698 crore on a standalone basis for Q4FY26, reflecting 22% YoY growth International business continued to be a growth driver, contributing 13% across our Energy, Mobility & Industrial businesses. Greaves Cotton Limited, a diversified engineering company, announced its financial results for the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026, delivering a strong performance across businesses, underpinned by consistent execution, margin expansion, and strategic clarity through Greaves.Next. Consolidated Revenue for Q4 FY26 stood at Rs. 1000 crore, up 22% YoY. EBITDA of Rs. 68 crore and…
