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by Bhavna  ISKCON’s Govardhan Ecovillage (GEV), Palghar, hosted Celebrating Native Food Day as part of its ‘Meri Maati Meri Thali’ campaign under the Native Food Matters initiative, unveiling the Palghar Thali, a curated culinary experience rooted in the region’s biodiversity, cultural heritage and traditional food wisdom. The event was graced by HH Radhanath Swami, Founder of Govardhan Ecovillage. Celebrated global author, speaker and purpose coach Jay Shetty, along with his wife Radhi Devlukia Shetty, a well- known plant based culinary expert and wellness advocate, attended the showcase as supporters of the initiative. Widely recognised for his books, podcasts and global work on mindfulness and wellbeing and huge social media following of billions of views Jay Shetty has been a strong advocate of conscious and sustainable living. Radhi Shetty, through her culinary and wellness platforms, has consistently promoted natural, traditional and holistic food practices that align closely...

Targeting India’s Rapidly Growing USD 197 Billion Preventive Healthcare Market TAKE Solutions today announced its strategic plan to develop an advanced Al-powered Diagnostic & Preventive Care Platform, marking a major expansion into India's rapidly expanding preventive and diagnostic healthcare sector. As India moves rapidly toward digital-first healthcare, this launch positions TAKE Solutions at the center of one of the most powerful market transformations underway. This planned platform represents TAKE Solution's vision to shape the future of healthcare as India transitions from treatment-focused systems to Al-led early detection, predictive diagnostics, and preventive care. India's Preventive Healthcare Market Is Exploding: India is currently witnessing a structural shift in consumer behavior, with preventive care no longer optional but essential.  India's preventive healthcare market is projected to cross USD 197 billion by 2030, driven by increased lifestyle d...

by Bhavna Mumbai, December,2025: India International Textile Machinery Exhibitions Society (India ITME Society) marked a significant milestone for the textile engineering sector with the 3rd edition of ITME Technical Awards 2025, at a high-level industry gathering in Mumbai. Led by Mr. Ketan Sanghvi, Chairman & Member of the Steering Committee of India ITME Society, the event brought together senior industry leaders, policymakers, academicians’ technologists and Ms. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, IA & AS, Chief Executive Officer, Khadi & Village Industries Commission, Government of India, underscoring the growing national focus on innovation, skills and advanced manufacturing in textiles. Speaking at the launch, Mr. Ketan Sanghvi, Chairman & Member of the Steering Committee, India ITME Society, said “The applications we received this year clearly reflect the bright future of India’s textile engineering industry. Young innovators are leading the way with fresh ideas, strong passi...

by Bhavna  Mumbai: ITC Grand Central Parel, South Mumbai will host RISE 100x, an exclusive growth and networking event by 39 Solutions, on 15 December 2025. The platform will bring together 100 top-performing mentees, MSME entrepreneurs, and startup founders for a full day of learning and interaction with industry leaders. Led by business coach Basesh Gala, the event is designed to accelerate entrepreneurial growth through strategic coaching, fireside conversations, and expert-led sessions. The lineup includes interactive fire chat, coaching sessions, and manifestation workshops with leading experts: Amiett Kumar, Holistic LOA & Manifestation Coach with 5 million+ social media followers; Abhishek Kar, Financial Influencer & Entrepreneur with over 7 million subscribers; and Divas Gupta, a communications and public speaking coach with more than 2 million followers. Industry leaders sharing insights include Basesh Gala himself, Ashok Shah, Chairman of V-Trans (India) Ltd, a 20...

by Bhavna The debut edition saw over 350 attendees come together to reimagine life after 50 MUMBAI, 15th December 2025: Ananta Quest hosted its inaugural one-day life strategy convention on 13th December 2025 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, bringing together 350+ participants and leading experts from wellness, wealth management, emotional health, performance coaching, purposeful living and digital safety. Curated exclusively for India’s 50–65-year-old audience, the event was designed to help attendees reflect, realign and plan the next phase of their lives with clarity. The convention featured a series of experiential sessions, expert interactions and guided frameworks that enabled participants to explore deeper questions around purpose, health, financial readiness, relationships and long-term wellbeing. The day-long gathering included insights from prominent voices such as Ashish Vidyarthi, Shayamal Vallabhjee, Dr. Bhavin Jankharia, Akancha Srivastava, Dr. Aditya Nair, Deepa Soman, Dr. Renu...

by Bhavna Where a Neighborhood Run Becomes a City-Wide Movement for Good - Driving towards a ₹3 crore goal to uplift more lives across Mumbai 12 December 2025 | Mumbai: The Rotary Club of Mumbai Lakers today hosted the official press conference for Brookfield Properties Powai Run 2026, unveiling what promises to be the most dynamic and socially impactful edition of the iconic community marathon yet. Born in 2012 as a neighbourhood initiative, Powai Run has evolved into one of Mumbai’s largest, most spirited, and most purpose-driven fundraising runs- bringing together runners, residents, CXOs, corporates, and change-makers who believe fitness can fuel transformation. Impact Snapshot: A Year of Accelerated Community Transformation Instead of looking at the impact in fragments, Rotary Lakers revealed the consolidated impact their service projects created between July 2024 and December 2025- a testament to how Powai Run fuels real change on ground. Total Impact (July 2024-December 2025) • ...

Gen Z Set to Propel India’s Food & Processing Appliance Market Beyond USD 50 Billion according to FICCI Annapoorna Interfood 2025 FMI report by Bhavna   Mumbai, 11th December, 2025: “FICCI’s Annapoorna Interfood event is a window into the potential of India’s food processing industry to transform agriculture, livelihoods, and consumer experience,” said Avinash Joshi, IAS, Secretary, MoFPI, today in Mumbai. Avinash Joshi was speaking at the 17th edition of the Annapoorna Interfood Exhibition, organized by FICCI in collaboration with the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). “With rising agricultural productivity, growing domestic demand, and evolving consumption patterns, we must scale up processing, value-addition, and food-safety standards, otherwise farmers will forego the prosperity they deserve, and consumers will miss out on choice, quality, and fairness. Through policy support, subsidies, and credible regulation, we aim to ensure this sector flourishes, for eve...

Built on Agentforce, the lead sourcing and engagement agents work alongside sales teams 24/7 to transform productivity by Bhavna Mumbai,Salesforce, the world’s #1 AI CRM*, today announced a strategic collaboration with TASC Outsourcing, a multinational recruitment, staffing, and HR solutions firm with a presence in India and the Middle East. With Salesforce, TASC is unifying sales and marketing operations on Salesforce and deploying autonomous AI agents to transform fragmented processes to drive revenue growth while building meaningful customer relationships.  With over 8,000 associates and more than 500 customers across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the broader MENA region, TASC has leveraged Agentforce Sales to modernise its legacy recruitment-based workflows into a unified, sales-ready system. Integrated with TASC’s ATS (applicant tracking system) and ERP, the platform now streamlines sales and operations end to end, enabling faster responses, stronger coordination, and higher pr...

  by Bhavna • The New logo features two unifying arcs, representing protection and guidance • The Brand promise Har Wada Mumkin - Promises Made Possible reflects the company’s commitment to turn every promise into a possibility Mumbai, 9th December 2025 – Ageas Federal Life Insurance, today, announced the launch of its new brand identity, marking a significant milestone in its transformation journey. Rooted in the 200-year global legacy of the Ageas Group and the century-old trust of Federal Bank, the new identity reflects the company’s ambition to simplify insurance, build deeper emotional connections and make financial protection more accessible across the nation. The new brand was unveiled by Mr. Jude Gomes, Managing Director & CEO of Ageas Federal Life Insurance, in the presence of brand ambassador and cricket legend Mr. Sachin Tendulkar. The company’s new logo represents new beginnings and renewed hope, echoing the belief that every meaningful journey starts with clarity a...

by Bhavna  A surprise proposal with people cheering, proving that concerts in India have become the new stage for once-in-a-lifetime moments Bangalore, December 9, 2025- In an evening filled with melody and nostalgia, it was a heartfelt proposal that became the highlight of Lucky Ali’s concert. The crowd witnessed a moment that turned a musical night into a lifelong memory for two people in love. Tarun and Smita, arrived at the concert excited to hear their favourite artist perform the songs that shaped so many of their shared moments. They ended up experiencing something they would remember forever. As Lucky Ali began one of his most iconic tracks, Tarun went down on one knee, holding out a ring Smita had dreamed of for years. It was simple, meaningful and symbolic of a love meant to last a lifetime. In that moment, fans became part of their story. The crowd erupted in applause, cheering the couple into their next chapter. Concerts and sports arenas across India are becoming the ...

by Bhavna  ParisBelle Luxury Perfume Makes a Splash in Mumbai, December 7, 2025 – ParisBelle, the opulent perfume brand from Dubai, dazzled Mumbai with its grand launch in Mumbai. The evening witnessed a constellation of stars – Vivian D'Sena, Shehnaaz Gill, Ayesha Khan, and many celebs & known faces graces the red carpet, indulging in the brand’s exquisite fragrances, and raving about the scent that’s leaving an indelible mark. Celebrities lauded Paris  Belle for its captivating luxury appeal, with many citing it as their go-to for events and occasions. “Wherever we go – red carpets, shoots, or any occasion– people ask about this perfume. It’s a statement,” echoed across reviews. Crafted with a premium, luxury ethos, Paris Bell’s design and fragrance blend seamlessly to evoke sophistication. Founder, Mr. Rafiq, expressed excitement about the brand’s India debut and hinted at forthcoming collections, poised to further elevate the luxury perfume experience. ParisBelle has s...

by bhavna Navi Mumbai, 8 December 2025: Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai today held a press event to mark the official launch of three advanced life-support ambulances by Billion Hearts Beating Foundation. The initiative aims to enhance emergency medical response in the region and ensure timely access to critical care. These ambulances have already been used for special medical camps across Navi Mumbai and have touched more than 23 thousand lives already. “Our commitment has always been to strengthen the chain of emergency care, both inside and outside the hospital. The addition of these advanced life-support ambulances will significantly improve our ability to reach patients in those crucial first minutes,” said Mr. Arunesh Punetha, CEO – Western Region, Apollo Hospitals. “Partnerships like this reinforce what can be achieved when healthcare institutions and responsible corporates work together for the community’s wellbeing.” Ms. Sudha Jhijaria, Head CSR Operations, Billion Hearts Beating...

by Bhavna The Raja Ramdeo Anandilal Podar Central Ayurveda Research Institute, Mumbai, a constituent unit of the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, organized the Curtain Raiser Press Conference for the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine (TM) – 2025, scheduled from 17th to 19th December 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). Addressing the media, Dr. R. Govind Reddy, Assistant Director (Ayu) In-Charge, along with Dr. Kuldeep Choudhary, Research Officer (Ayu) and Dr. Anil Avhad, Research Officer (Ayu), highlighted the vision, objectives, and global significance of the upcoming Summit. The Summit aims to promote evidence-based integration of Traditional Medicine into global health systems and is expected to witness around 5,000 virtual participants from over 100 countries and nearly 700 in-person delegates, including participation from more than 20 M...

Kavveri Defence & Wireless Technologies Ltd. (BSE: 590041, NSE: KAVDEFENCE), a leader in advanced RF solutions, serving defense, aerospace, public safety, counter-drone systems, and fixed wireless access, has announced successful design and development of an advanced dual-polarized, high-gain antenna system, engineered entirely in-house, which has now been shipped to a key defence customer supplying next-generation drone platforms to the Indian Armed Forces. The product has been engineered from the ground up in a very compact and ruggedized form factor, ensuring suitability for demanding field environments and platform-mounted mission profiles. The development and execution were completed under a compressed timeline as part of an emergency procurement requirement of strategic importance. Kavveri’s antenna system was chosen over an incumbent North American supplier, marking a significant achievement for the Company and a noteworthy step toward India’s growing technological self-reli...

by bhavna Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 2, 2025: The second season of Asian Legends League will begin from January 19, 2026 with two new teams being added in the tournament. The second season will be played till February 1, 2026. World Sports Group (UAE) officially announced the launch of Asian Legends League, Season 2 in Mumbai on Tuesday. The major highlight of the event was the announcement of Impact Player Rule similar to IPL. Speaking at the launch, Director of Cricket Operations, Asian Legends League, Mr. Sandeep Patil said, "It gives me immense pleasure to officially announce the tournament dates and the competition structure for the upcoming Asian Legends League Season 2. This season, we are proud to welcome 7 outstanding teams, including two newly inducted franchises, 1st one is Gulf Gladiators - in this team featuring top players from Gulf and Associate Cricketing nations, second is Pakistan Panthers." Asian Legends League, Director of Technical Committee M...

Spice Islands Industries Ltd. (BSE: 526827), a multi-vertical enterprise with interests spanning renewable energy, hospitality, and consumer beverages, has announced that its directors expressed their appreciation for the strong growth delivered by the Company during the last quarter, attributing the performance to improved operational efficiencies and wider market penetration. They extended their gratitude to all stakeholders for their continued support and placed on record their thanks for the declaration of an interim dividend from the profits generated during the period, underscoring the Company’s commitment to enhancing shareholder value. In the Foods & Beverages segment, anchored by the legacy Rogers brand (est. 1837), the Company recorded robust growth supported by sustained consumer demand and expanding market presence. The Directors commended the team for its focus on product innovation, strategic brand-building efforts, and customer engagement initiatives. In the Hospital...

by bhavna Dr. Cyres K. Mehta, Director of Dr. Cyres K. Mehta’s International Eye Centre and a leading Indian ophthalmologist, was honored with the prestigious Benedetto Strampelli Medal Lecture by the 150-year-old Società Oftalmologica Italiana (SOI). Prof. Dr. Mehta delivered the high-honour keynote at the SOI Congress in Rome. His lecture focused on managing complications in hard cataracts and complex surgical situations, solidifying his reputation as a global leader in refractive and cataract innovation. Dr. Cyres Mehta is the only Indian doctor to be recognized with this most respected accolade in Italian ophthalmology

by bhavna  Mumbai (Maharashtra), November 29, 2025: Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh and all-rounder Deepak Chahar on Saturday unveiled 8JJ Sports, a Sri Lanka–based global sports media and fan-engagement platform, making its international debut with India as the first launch market. Designed for the modern sports audience, 8JJ Sports offers real-time sports news, live match scores, expert analysis, and exclusive athlete-centric storytelling across cricket and multiple global sports.  Strengthening its vision to redefine global sports fandom, Harbhajan Singh and Deepak Chahar also joined 8JJ Sports as brand ambassadors. Speaking at the launch, Harbhajan Singh said, "Cricket is not just a sport for me, it is a part of me. Hello everyone I'm Harbhajan Singh, bringing you vibe of cricket through 8JJ sports platform. It is a platform not only for news but for fans also. Just use it and share your opinions and views

  by bhavna Manisha Koirala honours the resilience, and the spirit of the positive health awardees. Mumbai, 27th November 2025: The 17th edition of Dr Batra’s® Positive Health Awards, supported by Bajaj Auto Limited, celebrated extraordinary individuals who have risen above illness, disability, and adversity to create lasting impact. Manisha Koirala, an eminent actor and a cancer survivor herself presented the winners with trophies and a cash award of Rupees One Lac each. Held at the iconic Tata Theatre, NCPA Mumbai, the evening was anchored by Dr Akshay Batra, Vice Chairman & MD – Dr Batra’s® Healthcare and Mandira Bedi – Actor. This year, the event witnessed a house full audience of over 1,000 attendees from diverse sectors and regions. The five awardees — Tinkesh Kaushik, (triple amputee to trek Mount Everest Base Camp) Amala Pankaj (Spinal injury victim – social media influencer), Rajinder Kumar (Para-Olympic Gold medallist), S. Raman (Muscular Dystrophy patient – Secre...

Company Felicitated as Times Leading Icon 2025 Deep Diamond India Ltd. (BSE: 539559) has announced the nationwide launch of Deep Health AI, India’s fastest 30-second facial wellness scan. The platform marks a major advancement in preventive wellness by enabling instant, non-medical assessments through artificial intelligence and computer vision technology, using only a smartphone camera. Without requiring sensors, wearables, or lab tests, Deep Health AI provides users with quick insights into heart-rate trends, breathing patterns, stress indicators, energy levels, and an overall wellness score, all delivered through a seamless 30-second contactless scan. On November 24, 2025, the company was felicitated at the Times Leading Icons 2025 ceremony hosted by The Times of India, where it was recognised for its contribution to innovation and leadership in the industry. The honour underscores the company’s commitment to building impactful, future-forward solutions and further strengthens its v...