Author: Arjun Singh

A file picture of Kolkata-based social and cultural activist Sundeep Bhutoria with Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State for Education. Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 4: Imagine six-year-old children, barely out of kindergarten, bent forward under a bag weighing nearly a quarter of their own body weight. This isn’t a hypothetical scenario. It is a crisis in plain sight, a reality for millions of Indian schoolchildren — and a health concern that Kolkata-based social and cultural activist Sundeep Bhutoria has now thrust into the national spotlight. This is not the first time Mr Bhutoria has pursued a matter of…

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) [India], September 5: The Kairne Capital Trust has announced an investment programme focused on India with an amount of 500 million US dollars, together with a proposed further capital raising programme of 500 million US dollars which would take the total amount planned for the investment platform to 1 billion US dollars. The scheme, which is based at the GIFT International Financial Services Centre (GIFT IFSC), is expected to look at investment opportunities in a range of sectors such as real estate, renewable energy, healthcare, startups and other areas of the Indian economy that are permitted. The company…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: Holistic Living Wellness Studio (HLWS), a wellness and therapy centre in Mumbai led by Sanjeev Mittal and His multidisciplinary team of expert therapist, counsellors and holistic healers, working towards creating a more personalised and inclusive approach to mental, emotional and relationship well-being. The centre brings together therapists, counsellors and practitioners from diverse disciplines to support individuals, couples and families dealing with a wide range of concerns. Founded on the belief that people deserve access to quality support in a safe and compassionate environment, HLWS focuses on understanding the underlying factors at subconscious level contributing to…

Surat (Gujarat) [India], September 3: Surat- based young entrepreneur Mr. Piyushbhai Bhurabhai Desai has launched “Hiraba No Khamkar Foundation”, a unique social initiative in the name of Our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s mother, ‘’Hiraba’’ with a vision of empowering children through education and social service. Under this initiative, Piyushbhai has pledged to provide ₹7,500 educational assistance to 21,000 economically weaker girls. So far, 12,000+ girls have already received educational assistance. The initiative is also continuing the educational adoption and support of both boys and girls, ensuring that children from needy families can continue their education. As part of digital…

A shareholder of Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (SWREL) has sought clarification from the company’s Board on its handling of ongoing legal disputes involving Embassy-linked entities, including litigation decision-making, expenditure and the indemnity arrangement. The queries were raised by shareholder Deepak Suryakant Chavan in correspondence with the company concerning a December 2021 Indemnity Agreement and the continuing legal proceedings. The shareholder has sought greater clarity on how decisions regarding the continuation, settlement and funding of litigation are taken, particularly where such matters involve significant expenditure and indemnity obligations. In its response, SWREL stated that there is no conflict of…

Jais [Uttar Pradesh], September 5: Three days, five sporting disciplines and an overwhelming display of enthusiasm marked the National Sports Day celebrations at the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT) from 28 to 30 August 2026. Organised by the RGIPT Sports Council under the inspiring theme “Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat”, the celebrations brought students together in the true spirit of sportsmanship, fitness, teamwork and healthy competition. From the strategy and concentration of Chess to the speed and precision of Table Tennis, the skill and patience of Snooker and Carrom, and the energy and teamwork of the Football League, the…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 4: Navi Mumbai-based FMCG company Melting Pot Food Products Pvt Ltd has officially announced that India’s celebrated culinary expert and restaurateur Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi has joined the company as both an investor and brand ambassador for its flagship brand, Inchi. Established in 2017 and spearheaded by Nikhil Bharti, R P Chatterjee and Manish Pardiwala, Inchi has evolved rapidly to become a household favourite in the Indo-Chinese segment with a diverse portfolio of over 100 products. The range spans popular categories including schezwan dip and spreads, noodles, sauces, gourmet and instant soups, and signature cooking masalas…

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: DigiBirds360, the Faridabad-headquartered full-suite digital marketing agency known for its ROI-driven approach to SEO, performance marketing, social media, and brand storytelling, is extending its reach with a new base in Pune, backed by the appointment of Tejaswini Phadke as Brand Manager.  The move reflects the agency’s growing proficiency and ambition, as it looks to scale its presence beyond Faridabad, build out its creative and social media capabilities, and meet rising demand from clients across sectors including healthcare, e-commerce, robotics, and BFSI. DigiBirds360 Extends Its Reach with a New Pune Base Since its founding in 2020,…

Founded by Pavitra Gandhi, with Ekta Kapoor and Sussanne Khan as Co-Founders, Ekatra Jewels joins hands with Olocker to bring jewellery insurance to modern women.Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 5: India’s jewellery market is witnessing a major transformation, led by a brand that understands the modern woman’s lifestyle from the inside out. Ekatra Jewels, founded by Pavitra Gandhi, backed by the diamond heritage of the HVK Group, and steered alongside powerhouse creative co-founders Ektaa Kapoor and Sussanne Khan with an influential circle of partners, is redefining what it means to own and wear jewellery today. While traditional retail has long operated…

The best crypto presale in 2026 race is increasingly becoming a battle over utility rather than meme branding alone. Pepeto has built its proposition around a zero-fee exchange, cross-chain bridge and AI token screening, but AlphaPepe is pushing the comparison further by putting its trading product into Early Access while ALPE is still months away from public-market trading. AlphaPepe has now raised $2.59 million, attracted more than 11,500 holders, and reached $0.02902 as Stage 20 approaches a sellout. With AlphaSwap Early Access already live, four CEX partnerships secured and a Q1 2027 launch ahead, buyers are getting considerably more than another meme-token…