Author: Arjun Singh

New Delhi [India], August 24: Dial 1975 has an intriguing idea at its centre. Set during the Emergency, the film follows the trail of a wireless telephone secretly ordered from Germany and the people who become caught up in the search for it. What initially sounds like a simple object becomes increasingly significant as the story unfolds, especially in a period when communication itself could put people at risk. The Emergency setting is one of the film’s biggest strengths. The atmosphere feels tense and watchful, with the characters constantly having to think twice about what they say, whom they trust…

A recent research of AI cheating in interviews by Fabric showed almost 40% of candidates to be cheating in interviews. How are so many candidates cheating in interviews, and what are HR teams doing to stop them? Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 24: Fabric, an agentic AI hiring platform, has published an analysis of 19,368 Round 1 interviews conducted on its platform. Across that set, 7,457 candidates, 38.5% of the total, were flagged for using AI during the interview. But there’s something more alarming for the talent leaders. Of all the candidates caught cheating in interviews, more than 61% were able…

Kandla [Gujarat], India, August 22: Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla organised the Kandla Green Hydrogen Conclave 2026 today at its Administrative Office Building, Gandhidham, bringing together thought leaders, industry experts and delegates from across the globe. The Conclave commenced with a virtual video message by Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Hon’ble Union Minister PSW. The Conclave was held in the august presence of Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman, DPA; Mr. Erik Solheim, former Minister, Kingdom of Norway & President, International Advisory Board (GH2 India) and other dignitaries. The Conclave witnessed insightful discussions and deliberations on Green Hydrogen, clean energy transition, sustainable port…

New Delhi [India], August 24: An eight-year-old Indian boy has taken the international pageant stage by storm. Kiaan Mahendrakar, who began his journey as a Little Astral Star Kid, has been crowned Little Mr. Universe 2026 in the Philippines, marking a proud international milestone for India and for Astral Pageants. Kiaan’s journey began at Astral Pageants, under the guidance and mentorship of Astral Pageants Director Pratibha Saunshimath. What started as a platform to discover and nurture young talent evolved into an international journey that took Kiaan from the Astral Star Kids stage in India to the global spotlight in Manila.…

Dr Vritika Agrawal Entrepreneur, Investor & Lifestyle Personality Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 24: India’s beauty and wellness landscape is evolving rapidly, with people increasingly seeking personalised experiences, trusted expertise, convenience and solutions that bring together beauty, wellbeing and self-care. Against this evolving backdrop, Dr Vritika Agrawal Entrepreneur, Investor & Lifestyle Personality, is looking to build Dermacute as an important part of her broader entrepreneurial vision across the beauty, healthcare and wellness ecosystem. For Agrawal, the opportunity lies in understanding how people’s expectations are changing and creating businesses and experiences that respond to those evolving needs. “Beauty, healthcare and wellness are…

Dr. Kathan Talsania, Robotic Joint Replacement and Arthroscopic Surgeon (Consultant Orthopaedics), Health1 Super Speciality Hospital, Ahmedabad New Delhi [India], August 24: When people think of global healthcare destinations, cities such as London, New York, Singapore, Dubai and Bangkok naturally come to mind. But another city is developing the ingredients required to become an international healthcare destination: Ahmedabad, Gujarat. With advanced hospitals, specialist surgeons, modern diagnostics, robotic surgical technology and growing international connectivity, Ahmedabad has an opportunity to build a global ecosystem around robotic joint replacement, arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, rehabilitation and international patient care. The timing is significant. Ahmedabad has…

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 24: Magellanic Cloud Limited (NSE: MCLOUD | BSE: 538891), today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Provigil Surveillance Limited, has received a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from Western Railway, Ratlam Division, for a contract valued at ₹7,91,60,064.53 (Rupees Seven Crore Ninety-One Lakh Sixty Thousand Sixty-Four and Fifty-Three Paise Only). The LOA has been awarded for the Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Telecom Material in connection with the deployment of an integrated e-surveillance system across 40+ Manned Non-Interlocked Level Crossing Gates in the Ratlam Division. The project entails the deployment of an integrated e-surveillance and telecom infrastructure across…

New Delhi [India], August 24: The Chairman and CEO of the Railway Board today visited the IRCTC War Room at the World Trade Centre in New Delhi and undertook a detailed review of its monitoring, surveillance and operational activities. During the visit, the Chairman spent nearly two hours reviewing the functioning of the War Room and interacting with IRCTC CMD (L/A) Rahul Himalian and senior Directors and officials. The detailed discussions focused on passenger services, real-time monitoring, grievance redressal mechanisms, catering quality, and the measures being undertaken by IRCTC to continuously improve the passenger experience. The Chairman appreciated the efforts…

New Delhi [India], August 24: Davangere Sugar Industries Ltd (BSE: 543267) has emerged as a potential high-risk, high-reward opportunity, with an investor note assigning a BUY rating and a target price of ₹10, implying a potential upside of around 234% from the cited current market price of ₹2.99. The note carries a 12–18 month investment horizon and highlights improving operating performance, favourable sugar-market conditions, promoter participation and potential overseas ethanol opportunities as key factors behind the bullish view. Sugar prices and lower inventories support the outlook According to the investor note, domestic sugar prices have reached a seven-year high, with…

ProLock, PL50 Access Control System New Delhi [India], August 24: Designed to accommodate different access preferences while complementing contemporary interiors, Hafele’s ProLock PL50 Access Control System brings versatility to hotel room access. The solution combines multiple digital and conventional unlocking options with a choice of hardware configurations, making it adaptable to varied hospitality requirements. At the centre of the PL50 is its three-mode access system, offering entry through RFID cards, Bluetooth or mechanical keys. The battery-operated lock provides flexibility in how access is managed, while its ability to support multiple users, scalable access points and individual locking plans allows the system…