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Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, today inaugurated the Manipal Global SDG Convergence 2026 (MAGSCON 2026), a three-day international conference focused on advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), at Dr TMA Pai Auditorium, KMC, Manipal, Karnataka. The event has been organised in collaboration with global stakeholders to accelerate progress on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The objective of the conference, scheduled for March 24 to 26 in Manipal, is to strengthen collaborative action toward sustainable development through higher education and innovation. MAGSCON 2026 commenced at MAHE Manipal…
As personal loans continue to gain popularity among salaried individuals, interest rates remain one of the most important factors influencing borrowing decisions. Bajaj Finserv Personal Loan With lenders like Bajaj Finance offering digital personal loan solutions tailored for salaried employees, access to credit has become faster and more convenient. This shift has made it easier for individuals to address both planned expenses and urgent financial needs without lengthy processes. At the same time, the cost of borrowing, primarily determined by the interest rate, plays a crucial role in shaping repayment commitments. A competitive interest rate can significantly reduce both…
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has entered into a strategic collaboration with Truecaller to launch a nationwide Women’s Digital Safety Awareness Initiative. The collaboration was formally announced at a ceremony held at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan. Launch of “TrueCyberSakhi: Digital Safety Toolkit” a collaboration between the National Commission for Women (NCW) and Truecaller This partnership establishes a structured framework for coordinated action aimed at enhancing awareness of the evolving digital risks faced by women, while strengthening pathways to institutional redressal, including improved access to the NCW’s 24×7 helpline. As part of the initiative, NCW and Truecaller have…
In the last few years, the word “quiet luxury” has increasingly entered the vocabulary of the discerning homebuyers. A 2026 global sentiment study by Sotheby’s International Realty notes that nearly 60% of its agents now see lifestyle-led decision-making overtaking investment logic in luxury transactions. That would have sounded impossible even three years ago, when yield and capital safety dominated buyers’ conversations. From subtle sophistication to curated expression – luxury homes in 2026 are designed not just to impress, but to reflect identity, elevate experience, and redefine everyday living Earlier, luxury had an entirely different connotation, and the wealthy…
Ahead of celebrating International Women’s Day 2026, Ladies Who Lead (LWL), India’s premier leadership and networking platform for women professionals, hosted a series of invite-only leadership evenings in Delhi NCR. Designed as an intimate and high-trust gathering, the event brought together influential voices from across industries to foster meaningful conversations, peer learning, and authentic connections within its growing community of women leaders. Ladies Who Lead – Delhi Events – International Women’s Day 2026 Events included a hosting at Chaand Bagh, the personal residence of celebrated designer Raseel Gujral Ansal. The evening offered a thoughtfully curated setting that encouraged…
As the Chief Guest at the 33rd Convergence India & 11th Smart Future Cities India Expo 2026, Shri Chirag Paswan, Hon’ble Union Minister, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, addressed a large gathering of delegates at the Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. In his address, the Minister underscored the importance of integrating advanced technologies to modernise agriculture, while calling for a shift in focus from volume to value and quality of agricultural outputs. Shri Chirag Paswan, Hon’ble Union Minister, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India He emphasised the importance of continuous engagement with industry stakeholders, urging participants to actively…
University built around a single philosophy: learning by making University of Design, Innovation & Technology (UDIT) established on the foundation of IIAD’s 10 year legacy Established through an Act of the Haryana State Legislature, building on a decade of design excellence The University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT) has been formally established in Gurugram through an Act of the Haryana State Legislature. Conceived as a university for creators, UDIT brings together design, technology and management within a single, practice-led framework to enable impactful, real-world outcomes. University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT) UDIT builds on the…
As India prepares to launch its Carbon Credit Trading System (CCTS), IIM Bangalore, through its Centre for Digital Public Goods (CDPG), convened a roundtable on 19 March 2026 to design an Open Network for Carbon Markets (ONCM). The roundtable brought together leaders representing regulators, market exchange makers, technology service providers, policy makers, senior officers from the forest departments, policy makers and corporate buyers to pave the way forward. IIM Bangalore The proposed ONCM, built in partnership with Networks for Humanity (NFH), intends to address fundamental barriers that limit India’s participation in global carbon markets. It is designed to mitigate…
Novelty Wealth, a SEBI-RIA licensed wealth management platform, announced it has raised $1.4 million in seed funding led by IndiaQuotient, with the mission of providing Indian investors a unified, unbiased view of their financial lives – without the complexity, guesswork, and noise. Novelty Wealth Founders (L–R): Sajal Gupta (CTO), Naveen Changoiwala (CEO), and Apurva Agarwal (CPGO), leading the company’s technology, strategy, and product vision respectively The funding comes at a pivotal moment as India undergoes a structural shift toward digital, data-driven investment advisory driven by rising retail participation, increased financialisation of savings, and growing demand for transparent, unbiased…
VinFast Auto India, a subsidiary of global EV brand VinFast, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CSB Bank, India’s oldest private sector bank, to provide auto and inventory financing for its exclusive dealer network. The partnership aims to deliver a comprehensive and convenient suite of credit solutions for potential customers of the premium electric SUVs VF 6 and VF 7, supporting VinFast’s growth strategy in the world’s third-largest automotive market. Mr. Tapan Ghosh (left), CEO of VinFast India, and Mr. Narendra Dixit, Head of Retail Banking at CSB Bank, at the signing ceremony Under the partnership,…