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23 Dec

Medhavi Skills University Ties Up with Scotland’s Qualifications Body for Global Opportunities for Indian Students

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

Medhavi Skills University (MSU) has established a strategic Progression Partnership with the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), aiming to enhance the internationalization of Indian higher education and align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This partnership is designed to provide globally aligned, skill-integrated learning pathways, enabling both Indian and international learners to engage in work-integrated, credit-bearing programs in India. These pathways offer clear progression routes towards universities and worldwide employment opportunities, directly supporting the NEP 2020 initiative to integrate vocational and higher education, strengthen national credit frameworks, and foster high-quality global connections. A notable signing ceremony featured a delegation from…

22 Dec

Samsung to unveil Gemini-powered AI kitchen lineup at CES 2026

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Samsung today announced that it will showcase a next-generation lineup of AI-powered kitchen appliances at CES 2026, featuring upgraded vision-based capabilities built using Google Gemini and Google Cloud. The rollout will include refreshed models of its Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub, upgraded OTR microwaves and slide-in ranges, and a new Bespoke AI Wine Cellar. The Gurugram-based consumer electronics leader said the collaboration with Google marks a major step in AI-driven household convenience. “Samsung will reach a new level of innovation through this collaboration with Google Cloud,” said JeongSeung Moon, Executive Vice President and Head of R&D Team, Digital Appliances Business.…

22 Dec

Blenders Pride Fashion Tour ends in Kolkata with daring craft reimagining on Hooghly river

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The Blenders Pride Fashion Tour concluded its 2025 edition in Kolkata on Friday night, unveiling a groundbreaking interpretation of Indian craft. Staged against the iconic Howrah Bridge and set atop the Hooghly River, the finale showcased designer Anamika Khanna’s experimental AK|OK collection, with actor Ishaan Khatter as showstopper. In collaboration with the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), the showcase challenged traditional notions of craftsmanship by dismantling familiar vocabularies such as zardozi, chikankari and mirror work. These elements were reimagined through futuristic tailoring, metallic details and cosmic-inspired visuals. The event unfolded on a barge transformed into a floating stage, complete…

22 Dec

Assam’s revered shrine gets Rs 217 crore facelift

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

The Batadrava Than, a shrine in Bordowa, Assam, is set to undergo a Rs 217-crore facelift under the Batadrava Cultural Project. The project aims to transform the sacred shrine into a world-class spiritual and tourism destination, preserving and showcasing the religious and cultural legacy of Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva. The project, set to be inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on December 29, will be developed on 162 hectares of land that were freed from encroachment. The project includes the world's tallest Guru Asana, guest houses with artistic elements, an art centre inspired by traditional cymbal, a research centre shaped…

22 Dec

Samsung Solve for Tomorrow 2025 champions tech solutions for equal access in Indian sport

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Samsung on Thursday announced the launch of Solve for Tomorrow (SFT) 2025, the latest edition of its flagship education programme in partnership with IIT Delhi, spotlighting technology-driven innovations aimed at making Indian sport more inclusive. Focused on the theme “Social Change Through Sport & Technology,” the initiative drew thousands of student entries from across the country. A key highlight was NextPlayAI, created by IIIT Pune tennis players Aadish Shelke and Bhagyashri Meena. The AI-powered platform uses video analytics and machine learning to spot athletic potential through personalized feedback, enabling high-quality coaching beyond geographic or economic limitations. Other finalists showcased diverse…

22 Dec

KCG student wins national IET India scholarship for solar-powered healthcare innovation

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A Bengaluru-based engineering student has won one of India’s most prestigious undergraduate technology honours for developing a solar-powered healthcare solution aimed at real-world deployment. The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on Monday announced Rithika S K of KCG College of Technology as the national winner of the 9th IET India Scholarship Award. Rithika emerged at the top from 43,971 applications screened through a strict multi-stage evaluation assessing academic excellence, innovation, leadership, and social impact. Her project, a solar-powered healthcare kiosk named HEKIO, won the National Finals held in December. She was awarded a scholarship of ₹3 lakh and complimentary…

22 Dec

Kalyan Padala Dominates SCREEN Poll, Fans Rally Behind Him

Preeti SinghEntertainment

Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9, hosted by Nagarjuna Akkineni, is set to announce its winner tonight. This season, which features a unique blend of celebrity contestants and common individuals, has progressed to the final stage with five finalists competing for the coveted trophy. The finalists include Kalyan Padala, Pavan, Sanjjanaa Galrani, Thanuja Puttaswamy, and Emmanuel, each aiming to secure victory in this popular reality show. Hours before the grand finale of Bigg Boss Telugu Season 9, SCREEN conducted a poll on the platform X to understand the audience's preference for the show's winner. The results showed that commoner Kalyan Padala…

22 Dec

Britannia NutriChoice announces new millet cookies with Aamir Khan as campaign face

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Britannia NutriChoice has unveiled a new campaign centered on the idea that “one good choice makes the next one easier,” featuring Bollywood actor Aamir Khan as the face of the brand. The initiative seeks to spark everyday conversations around mindful choices, using relatable moments like deciding whether to skip sugar in tea. Conceptualised by Lowe Lintas, the TVC films showcase how one small decision can set off a chain of better choices. The campaign blends humour and simplicity through slice-of-life scenes highlighting Aamir Khan’s effortless screen presence. Alongside the campaign, Britannia NutriChoice launched its latest variant – 100% Millets Apple…

22 Dec

InvITs set for strong growth as Bharat InvITs Association releases second industry overview

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The Bharat InvITs Association on Thursday released its second consolidated industry update, highlighting strong growth and increasing investor confidence in Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) as a key instrument for funding India’s infrastructure expansion. The update was shared by Chief Executive Officer N. S. Venkatesh, who stressed the need for greater transparency and awareness about the sector. According to the industry snapshot as of September 30, 2025, the assets under management (AUM) of listed public and private InvITs have reached ₹7 lakh crore, marking a more than 1000% rise over the last five years and 16.5% growth in the past year.…

22 Dec

India Officially Becomes World’s Fourth-Largest Economy

Mohini BarmanEconomy

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced at the YEF Bharat Summit 2025 that India has officially become the fourth-largest economy in the world. With a GDP now standing at approximately $4.5 trillion, India has surpassed Germany, marking a historic milestone in its economic trajectory. The Minister highlighted that the country is now on a clear path to becoming the world's third-largest economy by 2027, driven by massive growth in the startup ecosystem, record-breaking exports, and significant investments in human capital.