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Wildlife Photography in the Age of AI: Prakash Desai's Journey of Patience, Purity and Passion
As artificial intelligence and advanced editing tools rapidly redefine modern photography, wildlife photography continues to stand apart as a discipline rooted in patience, presence and respect for nature. Capturing wildlife in its raw form demands long hours, physical endurance and an unfiltered connection with the natural world. At a time when digitally altered images flood social media, authentic wildlife photography serves as a powerful reminder that the most compelling visuals are still born in silence, waiting and trust. Prakash Desai Among the photographers who embody this philosophy is Prakash Desai, an Indian-origin wildlife photographer based in the United States,…
Vietnam is not the first place many expect to see a global electric-vehicle surge. Yet according to Transport & Environment’s 2025 progress report, 42 percent of all new cars sold in the country during the first half of the year were fully electric . The figure surpasses many parts of Europe and even edges past China. India is at the center of VinFast’s new global strategy At the center of that transformation stands VinFast. In October 2025 the company delivered 20,380 vehicles, raising its year-to-date total to 124,264 — a new monthly record and a milestone few expected from…
Candi Solar Secures USD 58.5 Million from International Finance Corporation (IFC) to Power Next Growth Phase
Candi Solar, a leading clean energy company specialising in distributed solar solutions for commercial and industrial (C&I) businesses, has secured USD 58.5 million in funding led by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group. This syndicated debt funding facility – the company’s largest round to date – brings Candi’s total capital raised to over USD 200 million and positions it firmly in the league of trusted, institutional-grade clean energy platforms. From left to right: Pranab Ghosh, Jade Adair, Heidi Akran, Ethiopis Tafara, Phi lipe Flamand, Claudia Conceicao, and Amina El Zayat at the IFC…
Pragati Home Loan by Aditya Birla Housing Finance Limited (ABHFL) underscores the brand’s commitment to financial inclusion and accessible homeownership. Tailored for both salaried and self-employed customers—including those without formal income proof—the product offers enhanced flexibility across eligibility, documentation, and property categories. With minimal paperwork, seamless digital onboarding, and repayment tenures of up to 30 years, Pragati Home Loan makes owning a home both affordable and sustainable, aligning with India’s vision for inclusive and equitable urban development. Aditya Birla Housing Finance Limited – Pragati Home Loan Key Benefits Loan amount: From 5 Lakhs to 1.5 Crore Tenure flexibility: Up…
The second workshop under the EU Green Deal Awareness Series, organised as part of the SWITCH-Asia Green Threads Project, concluded successfully at Days Hotel, Panipat. The session brought together MSMEs from Panipat and Amroha for an in-depth understanding of evolving European Union sustainability expectations and their implications for India’s textile and home furnishing exporters. The workshop is jointly executed by the Foundation for MSME Clusters (FMC), Global Fashion Agenda (GFA), Friedrich-Naumann-Foundation, SIDBI, and Copenhagen Business School. Foundation for MSME Clusters Panipat Team The event opened with remarks from Mr. Mukesh Gulati, Executive Director, FMC, who emphasised the urgency…
Leading Realty developer Royal Green Realty Marks 5 Years of Excellence, Reshaping the Indian Real Estate Landscape
Leading Realty developer Royal Green Realty, a dynamic and rapidly growing name in the Indian real estate sector, proudly announces the celebration of its 5th Founder’s Day. This significant milestone commemorates five years of unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and trust, establishing the company as a key player in reshaping the real estate scenario across the National Capital Region (NCR) and beyond. Leading Realty developer Royal Green Realty Marks 5 Years of Excellence, Reshaping the Indian Real Estate Landscape Since its inception, Royal Green Realty has successfully focused on developing world-class residential and commercial spaces that prioritize quality,…
In line with its #BrighterLivesBetterWorld vision, Signify, the world leader in lighting, announces the street LEDification of 100 villages along the Indo–Nepal border, in collaboration with Tarq Foundation. This transformative initiative is being undertaken under the guidance of Shri Rajnath Singh Ji, Hon’ble Defence Minister of India, whose vision for safer, empowered, and better-connected border communities anchors this effort. Signify to illuminate 100 Indo–Nepal border villages, enhancing safety and livelihoods Stretching across 1700 km, the Indo–Nepal border is home to resilient and vibrant communities whose daily lives often unfold against infrastructural and safety-related constraints. Limited street lighting has long…
Phuket's Next Check-in: Intercontinental Introduces a New Era of Residential Living on Kamala Beach
Along Kamala’s emerald hills and calm Andaman shoreline The Residences at InterContinental Phuket Resort reveal a fresh design language for contemporary Asian living. More than an extension of the award-winning resort this new residential chapter brings together architecture landscape and interiors that celebrate calm comfort and everyday elegance. Exterior of The Residences at InterContinental Phuket Resort, nestled between Kamala Beach and Phuket’s forested hillsides Developed by Proud Real Estate Public Company Limited in collaboration with IHG Hotels & Resorts the THB 2.5 billion project is the brand’s second residential venture in Thailand following the sold-out success of InterContinental Residences Hua…
Intimacy is still a difficult subject for many Indians to discuss, and Dr Vaidya’s is tackling that hesitation head-on with a sharp, pop-culture-led campaign featuring iconic rapper Baba Sehgal. Centred on the brand’s Shilajit-infused intimate lube, the campaign uses humour, music and everyday language to make conversations on sexual wellness feel natural rather than taboo. Dr Vaidya’s and Baba Sehgal Launch Bold Rap Campaign to Break Intimacy Taboos By blending Dr Vaidya’s trusted Ayurvedic expertise, with Baba Sehgal’s mass appeal, the film speaks directly to modern, digital-first consumers who expect brands to be frank, inclusive and empathetic. Issues…
Culinary Explorer Anubhav Sapra Reveals the Science Behind India's Street Food and Misleading Food Labels
From crispy pakoras to delicious samosas, street food is an emotion across India. Yet behind every perfectly fried snack lies the unseen role of the oil that makes it possible. A podcast series features culinary explorer and Delhi Food Walks founder Anubhav Sapra, who simplifies the role of cooking oils in street food and clears confusion around misleading food labels. Culinary Explorer Anubhav Sapra Reveals the Science Behind India’s Street Food and Misleading Food Labels Episode Overview In the first Episode, “Silent Hero: The Science of What We Eat,” Anubhav explains why palm oil is widely used by vendors.…
