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Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL), Asia’s first listed depository and custodian of over 16.7 croredemat accounts, has launched its inaugural Reimagine Ideathon, aimed at encouraging students to reimagine investor education and engagement in India. The initiative forms part of the 3rd Edition of CDSL’s Annual Reimagine Symposium. The Ideathon seeks innovative solutions to make market participation more responsible, inclusive, and accessible, leveraging technology, gamification, behavioral nudges, and community-building. Participants are expected to develop ideas grounded in three core principles: Empowerment, Inclusion, and Trust. CDSL manages over 21 crore investor accounts and sees significant potential to deepen market participation while…

Godrej Industries Group, in collaboration with The Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces (GCHW) and Arogya World, will host the Global Summit 2025 and the 14th Annual Healthy Workplace Conference on November 20–21 at Godrej One, Mumbai. Themed “Workplace Health 2030: Redefining the Future, From Wellness to Vitality,” the two-day event will bring together global leaders, health experts, and corporate changemakers to explore holistic well-being, mental health parity, AI-driven predictive health, empathetic leadership, and ESG-linked wellness metrics. Keynote speakers include Dr. Rati Godrej, Banmali Agrawala, and Sumit Mitra, with insights from international experts such as Hector Garcia and representatives from OECD,…

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour has ushered in ‘The Futureverse of Fashion’ at its Gurugram edition, with a groundbreaking exploration of how technology, design, and immersive storytelling are reimagining the very experience of fashion. Taking a leap from this year’s theme of defining Fashion’s Next Move, this edition presented an incredibly immersive visual spectacle that took haute couture beyond fabric and form into the digital era of AI, code & interaction. The showcase led with the creative forces of designer Falguni and Shane Peacock, alongside the Fashion Tour’s long-standing collaboration with Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI). The ‘Futureverse of Fashion’…

Canara Robeco Asset Management Company Limited (AMC) has kicked off its investor education initiative, the ‘Nivesh Bus Yatra,’ in Assam, aiming to spread awareness about mutual fund investments across the state. The mobile campaign will traverse key cities including Guwahati, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, and Silchar, offering practical learning sessions and guidance on long-term financial planning. The bus began its journey in Guwahati, engaging residents at prominent public spaces and local markets. In Guwahati, one of the region’s largest financial hubs, the initiative has drawn interest from both seasoned investors and first-time participants keen to understand mutual fund benefits. Interactive demonstrations and…

Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Ltd., India’s leading manufacturer of electric three wheelers (e3W) and electric two wheelers (e2W), has announced a strategic alliance with Exponent Energy, pioneer of rapid charging technology. In a landmark breakthrough for India’s electric mobility space, the companies are introducing the nation’s fastest charging solution for the L5 & L3 e3W category—the largest, fastest growing and most widely used segment in the country, comprising e rickshaws and e- cargo carts. This integration promises to redefine operational efficiency and productivity for last mile mobility operators across urban and semi urban India. Under this collaboration, Kinetic…

Nuvoco Vistas Corp. Ltd., one of India’s leading building materials companies, has been honoured with the SAP ACE Award in the ‘Disruptor – Customer Experience Management’ category, recognising its outstanding achievements in digital innovation and customer-centric solutions. The accolade acknowledges Nuvoco’sNuvoco Customer Portal – NuvoSETU, a unified digital B2B platform that integrates critical functions such as order management, quotes, payments, account statements, and loyalty programmes across its Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete (RMX), and Modern Building Materials businesses. With 95% of cement orders now placed digitally across 13 states and over 5,300 customers onboarded, the portal has streamlined operations, enhanced transparency, and…

BRIC-Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (BRIC-THSTI), in collaboration with Miltenyi Biotec and the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), has announced the launch of India’s first hands-on training programme on the Foundations of Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) Manufacturing, with a special focus on CAR-T cell therapy. This pioneering initiative is designed to bridge the gap between research and clinical application by equipping early-career scientists and clinicians with comprehensive, practical experience, spanning pre-clinical development, GMP-compliant manufacturing and clinical translation. The workshop titled “CAR-T Cell Therapy Manufacturing Hands-on Workshop and Symposia” has taken place at THSTI, NCR Biotech Science Cluster,…

Global star Millie Bobby Brown, known worldwide for her iconic role in Netflix’s Stranger Things, has joined Yas Island as its newest Brand Ambassador, marking a high-profile crossover as fans gear up for the show’s season finale. Brown’s adventurous energy and global appeal are set to bring a fresh wave of excitement to the leading leisure and entertainment destination in Abu Dhabi. In a playful nod to her Stranger Things character Eleven, Brown appeared in the Byers’ living room with the famous alphabet wall lighting up to reveal “YAS,” teasing her new journey. Liam Findlay, CEO of Miral Destinations, said,…

Global technology brand OnePlus has launched the highly anticipated OnePlus 15, defining a new standard for the ultimate performance flagship. OnePlus 15 harmoniously integrates truly powerful performance, a professional-grade camera system, practical and personalized AI capabilities, and a refined iconic design. This synthesis of core advancements results in a fluid and dependable smartphone experience, ready to meet the demands of work, creativity, and daily life. "At OnePlus, our philosophy has always been to push the boundaries of mobile technology to create devices that truly enhance our users' lives," said Robin Liu, CEO of OnePlus India. OnePlus has once again raised…

In a significant step toward improving medical care in the North Eastern states, Gurgaon-based Medanta – The Medicity, which has been named Best Private Hospital in India by Newsweek for six years in a row, has launched a dedicated helpline number, marking an important step toward strengthening its healthcare delivery in an underserved part of the country by catering to patients in their own language. The helpline number -- 8904395588 -- is operational from 8am to 8pm and will provide quick and reliable support for patients and their attendants, assisting in selecting the right doctor and booking appointments, along with…