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In a proud moment for the social development sector, Amitabh Shah, Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Yuva Unstoppable, has been honoured with the 37th Jamnalal Bajaj Uchit Vyavhar Puraskar in the Charitable Association category. This award, presented by the Council for Fair Business Practices (CFBP) on March 24, 2025, recognizes organizations that exemplify ethical, transparent, and trustworthy practices.​ Established in 1966 by visionary leaders such as J.R.D. Tata, Ramkrishna Bajaj, Soli Godrej, and Arvind Mafatlal, the CFBP has long championed integrity and fairness in business, and The Jamnalal Bajaj Awards, are among India's most esteemed accolades for ethical leadership and impactful initiatives. Notable past recipients include Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Dr. Manmohan Singh, Nanda...

Mumbai,India – Placeasy, an emerging EdTech brand, is set to transform professional education with its unique industry-aligned learning model. Backed by strong operational momentum, the company has successfully raised $12.5 million in a funding round between February and April 2025, with participation from globally renowned investors, including Takao Yasuda and Carlo Fidani. This investment will propel Placeasy’s mission to establish category leadership in EdTech by expanding its reach across multiple channels and geographies. The funds will also strengthen its R&D, placement assurance programs, and local education ecosystem development in line with India’s Make-in-India initiative. The platform is currently in its core development phase and is slated for a mid-winter 2025 launch. Key ...

Q) How did you come to the world of music from the hardcore corporate world and what exactly led you to launch Tabla.Inc?Like any other Bengali household, music was an integral part of my childhood. Incidentally, the great sitar maestro Pt. Nikhil Banerjee was our neighbor and we were very close to them as well. His visits to our house and his words inspired me, influenced me as I used to learn Sitar from the tender age of five.Our family was a great connoisseur of classical music and we had some of the great musicians visit our residence and had been our guests. I was a national scholar of music, both in the senior and junior groups and a stage performer. By the time I was in University, I established myself as a music critic and a journalist in one of the leading newspapers. Alongside I ...

Dubai/Hyderabad, April 2025  Wittelsbach.AI, a performance marketing startup founded by Indian entrepreneurs Abhishek Pinninti, Prardhana Kennedy, and Santosh Valisetti, has raised $500,000 in seed funding from a Dubai-based gaming company, bringing the company’s valuation to ₹30 crore (~$3.6 million).Now headquartered in Dubai, Wittelsbach.AI is building an intelligent performance engine that helps brands automate digital advertising decisions in real time, a major shift from the reactive strategies marketers still depend on.“We’ve seen millions lost in ad fatigue and budget inefficiencies,” says the core team. “Wittelsbach.AI is built to prevent that by detecting campaign fatigue early, reallocating budgets instantly, and recommending what to scale before ROAS drops.”The proprietary AI p...

In a world flooded with digital predictions and flashy self-proclaimed gurus, Ramapada Acharjee stands out as a beacon of authenticity. Revered as one of India’s most trusted astrologers, Ramapada has dedicated over 32 years to the ancient science of Vedic astrology, guiding thousands across India and the globe with clarity, integrity, and results.An Inherited Legacy of Celestial WisdomBorn into a prestigious lineage of astrologers, Ramapada carries forward the spiritual torch lit by his grandfather Mathura Mohan Acharjee and father Kamakhya Charan Acharjee. His father revolutionized the traditional jewelry sector in Kolkata by introducing astrological consultations at M.P. Jewellers in Jorasanko — a unique fusion rooted in their shared Noakhali heritage.In an industry often doubted for it...

India, 24th April 2025: ClearDekho, India’s leading affordable eyewear brand, has been acquired by the Jaipuria Group, a diversified Indian conglomerate with a strong legacy in retail, beverages (Pepsi bottlers), and global brand partnerships. This acquisition marks a milestone in ClearDekho’s journey to become a national eyewear powerhouse and reflects its commitment to making high-quality eyewear accessible and affordable for every Indian.The acquisition is a full buyout, with Jaipuria Group taking over majority ownership and aligning the exit of all existing shareholders within two years. The Group will eventually own 100% of the company. While ClearDekho will continue to operate as an independent brand, the business will now be fully managed by Jaipuria Group with a structured growth a...

In an era where digital access can define business success and educational opportunity, one Kerala-based startup is quietly creating a revolution. HASHCOVET, a virtual-first digital solutions company, is rapidly gaining recognition for making innovation not only accessible but also affordable to those who need it most—startups, solopreneurs, and small businesses across India.Founded with a mission to empower entrepreneurs and learners alike, HASHCOVET offers an all-in-one digital ecosystem that combines Web & App Development, UI/UX Design, Branding, Graphic Designing, Content Creation, and Digital Marketing—seamlessly packaged under one roof. The company’s core philosophy revolves around simplifying digital transformation for businesses of all sizes, particularly those with limited bud...

New Delhi, 25th April 2025: Merrakii https://merrakii.co.in/  one of the top names in overseas education consulting, made a huge success of an interesting seminar on "What's the Smartest Way to Plan Study Abroad?" at the Seminar Hall of Shaheed Bhagat Singh College which was attended by more than 100 students.Study abroad planning is one of the most important decisions that a student makes. As an overseas education counsellor, I always stress a strategic and customized approach and not blind trend-following.The session saw active participation from students willing to learn more about international educational opportunities. The seminar had two eminent speakers from Merrakii, Ms. Rucchii Suri and Ms. Shivangi Tripathi. They shared their rich experience and first-hand knowledge with the aud...

Located in the heart of Kolkata, Ruhi Spa and Massage Centre operates as a sanctuary for both relaxation and holistic well-being. Ruhi spa provides both luxurious therapies and healing therapeutic treatments that have built a prominent position in the industry. The spa offers multiple massage techniques to serve all types of customers who want physical comfort and emotional serenity or need time for peaceful relaxation.The diverse selection of massages at Ruhi Spa caters to customers with all types of preferences. Each therapeutic approach at Ruhi Spa is designed specifically to fulfill multiple types of needs and includes treatments that span from quick head and leg massages to more extensive options. People who want to take a quick break from their daily routine opt for these specific ma...

Ahmedabad, April 23, 2025:In a significant step toward bridging the gap between academic research and real-world agricultural application, the Soluble Fertilizer Industry Association (SFIA), in collaboration with ICAR–NRC Grapes, Pune, has announced the launch of ‘Thesis Showdown’—a national-level research contest to be held during the prestigious SOMS 25 Conference in Ahmedabad. This unique initiative invites participation from India’s most esteemed agricultural universities and government research institutions, aiming to spotlight innovative research in soluble fertilizers, organic inputs, micronutrients, and bio-stimulants.Recognizing the crucial role that research and science play in advancing modern agriculture, SFIA is offering a platform for scholars, PhD candidates, and scientists ...