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In the final days of 2025, when many factories begin winding down and skeleton crews take over, the VinFast manufacturing complex in Hai Phong showed no signs of easing up. Robotic arms kept time with one another. Conveyors rolled steadily forward. Lights stayed on long after dark, as electric vehicles continued to come off the line at full pace. If this was a year ending, it did not feel like one slowing down. VinFast rolled its 200,000th electric vehicle of 2025 out of the Hai Phong plant That sense of continuity turned into a milestone on December 31,…
New research conducted by World Animal Protection states that two thirds of captive elephants in Thailand’s tourism industry still live in poor conditions, despite some welfare improvements. Most elephants used in Thailand’s tourism industry continue to suffer in captivity, according to new World Animal Protection research. Elephant in Samutprakarn Crocodile Farm and Zoo in Bangkok in Thailand Photograph credit: Abhishek Shankhwar Nearly two in three captive elephants are still living in poor conditions, despite some limited progress since the last assessment in 2019. Elephants continue to endure short chaining, inadequate diets, dirty living conditions, lack of veterinary…
The University of Aberdeen, founded in 1495 and among the world’s oldest and most prestigious centres of learning, today announced the opening of admissions for its Mumbai campus for the inaugural September 2026 intake. The announcement was made by Professor Peter Edwards, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University, during a visit to Mumbai where he formally inaugurated the development of the campus site in Powai, marking a key milestone towards the official opening of the University of Aberdeen’s campus before August 2026. Professor Peter Edwards, Principal & Vice-Chancellor, University of Aberdeen announcing the admissions for the First Mumbai Campus…
ZebPay, one of India’s pioneering Bitcoin exchanges, has announced the launch of its Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) feature, allowing users to avail the benefit of automated, recurring crypto investments. The new feature is designed to promote a disciplined, long-term approach to crypto investing, especially Bitcoin, helping Indian investors manage market volatility with consistency and confidence. ZebPay Introduces SIPs to Promote Disciplined, Long-Term Bitcoin Investing Reinforcing its long-standing Bitcoin-first philosophy, ZebPay has designed its SIP offering with a clear emphasis on systematic Bitcoin investing, while also extending access to a curated set of 15 crypto investing pairs. Anchored in the…
Esri India Technologies Private Limited, the leading provider of Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies and location intelligence solutions, has formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Energy and Resources Institute School of Advanced Studies (TERI SAS), a Deemed-to-be University, to advance geospatial education, capacity building and applied research in India. Through this strategic collaboration, both organizations will combine their complementary strengths in undertaking initiatives that promote the use of GIS technology for governance and sustainable development. Leveraging TERI SAS’s expertise in environment, energy, and sustainability with Esri India’s cutting-edge geospatial technology leadership, this collaboration will span multiple programs…
Okaya Power, a trusted name in power backup solutions and solar rooftop systems, has announced the launch of its new JXT 90Ah Inverter Battery. The JXT battery marks Okaya’s latest innovation in the Jumbo Tubular category, designed to deliver higher backup in a more compact form factor. The launch follows the successful introduction of Okaya’s Next-Gen Super Jumbo Tubular (SJT) and Advanced Tall Tubular (TT) batteries in 2025. Okaya JXT 90Ah Inverter Battery, a compact Jumbo Tubular innovation with Advanced Tubular Technology, AEMS, and Certified Backup Hours for dependable power backup A Compact Take on Jumbo Tubular Batteries…
Bringing a fresh spin to home aesthetics, Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), has rolled out a new campaign featuring its power packed Ecolink BLDC fans range, starring actor and brand ambassador Rashmika Mandanna. ‘Fans Reimagined’- Signify unveils its latest Ecolink campaign with Rashmika Mandanna The new campaign highlights how Ecolink fans seamlessly blend design, style, and performance, reflecting the growing consumer preference for design-led, smart and expressive living spaces. The campaign taps the evolving consumers of today, who increasingly view everyday appliances as an extension of their personal taste and lifestyle. Set in elegantly crafted, dreamlike environments, the film…
The Hindu Lit For Life, India’s sharpest literature festival, returns for its 13th edition on January 17 and 18, 2026, at the Lady Andal School premises, Chennai. The festival celebrates the many ways literature permeates everyday life shaping ideas, culture, creativity, and conversations far beyond the written page. This year, over 100 acclaimed voices from India and across the world will come together in more than 50 sessions, conversations, and workshops, offering audiences a rich and immersive literary experience. The Hindu – Lit for Life 2026 The 2026 line-up features an exceptional mix of writers, thinkers, journalists,…
Orange Health Labs, India’s No. 1-rated diagnostic brand, has launched Orange One, which offers a new way to manage your health. The product flips the current approach to health management by eliminating the pay-per-test business model of the industry. Orange One by Orange Health Labs redefines preventive care – Rs. 4,999, pay once for a 114+ marker full-body check and access to 100 essential tests all year Orange One customers can get a complete view of their health risks with a comprehensive full-body check-up that covers 114+ blood markers, including advanced parameters like Apo A1 / Apo B, Troponin…
NeoNiche Integrated Solutions, a leader in full-service experiential marketing, has grown to become a prominent player in the industry, known for blending innovative technology with creative brand experiences for prominent technology and B2C brands globally. NeoNiche has appointed Sheraz Hasan, former Head of Marketing for AWS across Asia Pacific & Japan, to its Leadership Board. Sheraz Hasan Sheraz brings a wealth of expertise in global marketing, GTM strategy, and scaling businesses in high-growth markets from his leadership role at Amazon Web Services (AWS). During his decade at AWS, Sheraz was instrumental in building and leading the marketing engine…