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Goa, April 17, 2025 THENIFC - Talk Over Cookies, an innovative exchange program founded by Pratibha and Neeraj Walia, has been awarded the prestigious Sardar Patel Unity Award 2025 in the category: “Most Innovative Cultural Exchange Partner for the Education System in India.” The award ceremony took place at the Mariotte Resorts, Goa, and was graced by esteemed dignitaries and national leaders including Dr. Pramod Sawant, hon’ble Chief Minister of Goa.The award was presented by Smt. Hema Malini, legendary actress and hon’ble Member of Parliament and Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, hon’ble Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy, recognizing Talk Over Cookies’ outstanding contribution to promoting unity, cultural understanding, and educational collaboration across borders.Co-founders Pratib...

Shahnaz Husain congratulates Smt. Rekha Gupta on becoming Delhi's Chief Minister and extended her best wishes to make Delhi the top capital city of the world. Shahnaz says, "Under Ms. Rekha Gupta's leadership, Delhi's future is bright, vibrant and safe". The Shahnaz Husain brand is globally celebrated for its pioneering approach to organic beauty care, rooted in the ancient science of Ayurveda and seamlessly blended with modern innovation. With a legacy spanning over five decades, it has become a symbol of timeless excellence and holistic wellness.Shahnaz Husain herself has been the subject of a prestigious Harvard Case Study, an acknowledgment of her exceptional entrepreneurial journey. Her contributions have earned her numerous international accolades, including Quality Excellence Awards...

Celebrating the rich tapestry of human emotions, poet and writer Garima Srivastava launched her debut poetry collection, “Bhawnaon Ka Backpack”, published by Diamond Books, in a grand ceremony held at Sufiana Restaurant, Ashok Vihar Phase 2, New Delhi.The event was attended by several notable literary personalities, including acclaimed poet and lyricist Shri Balswaroop Rahi, and distinguished doha poet Naresh Shandilya, who praised the depth and sensitivity of Garima’s work.The poetry collection, written in both Hindi and English, offers a soulful reflection on themes such as nature, womanhood, love, spirituality, and emotional resonance. Garima’s expressive style and emotional candor deeply moved the audience, leaving a lasting impression.The evening was curated and hosted by Romita Khura...

Mumbai, April 17, 2025: The Board of Directors of IDFC FIRST Bank, at its meeting held today, approved a preferential issue of equity capital (CCPS) amounting to approximately ₹4,876 crore to Currant Sea Investments B.V., an affiliate company of global growth investor Warburg Pincus LLC and approximately ₹2,624 crore to Platinum Invictus B 2025 RSC Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) managed by its Private Equities Department. The proposed issues are subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals. Over the last six years, IDFC FIRST Bank has undergone a successful transformation from its legacy as an infrastructure-focused DFI to becoming a modern, technology-driven, pan-India, universal bank. In the process, it has made significant investments ...

New Delhi, April 16, 2025 – Litmus World, a leading enterprise SaaS platform, and RepUp, a Gurgaon-based AI-driven CX platform have signed a binding agreement to merge and unify their business operations, creating an AI-native Customer Experience (CX) platform for enterprises. This strategic merger combines the complementary strengths of both companies to deliver an integrated, data-driven solution that empowers businesses to transform stakeholder experiences through advanced AI automation and actionable insights. The combined entity will operate under the Litmus World brand and will leverage advanced AI, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and automation to enhance customer engagement and sentiment analysis. "Our vision is to redefine enterprise CX by leveraging AI and automation to create...

Goa, April 2025: In the heart of Siolim, one of North Goa’s most culturally rich and naturally serene locations, Sea Breeze Vilas Group proudly unveils its latest masterpiece – La Wisteria. Touted as Goa’s first and only residential project to feature a sprawling central lagoon of over 3000 sq. ft., along with private pools in every apartment and panoramic paddy field views, La Wisteria offers a new definition of luxury living for the modern homebuyer.Located just 5 minutes from Assagao, this tranquil and strategic location provides the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility.Approved under Goa RERA No. PRGO04252441, La Wisteria is a limited-edition community with just 80 exclusive residences in 1BHK and 2BHK configurations, each thoughtfully designed with a private pool and mo...

India’s transition to clean and sustainable transportation is taking center stage at RideAsia 2025, scheduled from 18th to 20th April 2025 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. With a sharp focus on the Electric Vehicle (EV) Industry, this event is expected to be the largest and most comprehensive EV showcase in the country.Backed by various national-level EV associations, RideAsia’s EV segment will bring together industry pioneers, policy makers, innovators, and international players under one roof.Key Attractions Electric two-wheelers, E Rickshaw, and passenger vehicles from top Indian and international manufacturers ,EV components and technologies: motors, controllers, BMS, sensors, and drive systems,Latest charging infrastructure solutions including fast chargers, swapping stations, and solar-...

Hyderabad, April 17, 2025 — Bower School of Entrepreneurship, the pioneering institution transforming entrepreneurship education, announced the launch of its undergraduate program in entrepreneurship at the Bower UG Summit, T-Hub, Hyderabad on April 12, in the presence of Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble IT & Industries Minister of Telangana. Applications for the practically-led program are now open for the academic year starting in 2025. The newly launched 3-year full-time undergraduate program is designed to build the next generation of entrepreneurs by emphasising real-world learning, founder-led teaching, live startup venture projects and global exposure. Aspiring students can apply by taking the Bower Entrepreneurship Aptitude Test (BEAT) at Bower’s official website (http://www.bower...

Electrent, one of India’s fastest-growing energy storage and power backup startups, has announced a major step forward in its retail journey with the launch of its in-built lithium-based Energy Storage System (ESS) across Rajasthan, in partnership with Neer Enterprises, a leading regional distributor known for its strong network and customer-centric approach.The partnership will make Electrent’s in-built lithium ESS power backup solutions available at multiple retail touchpoints across Rajasthan, giving customers easy access to future-ready, compact, efficient, and maintenance-free alternatives to traditional lead-acid batteries.Electrent’s solutions are already winning over Indian households for their wall-mountable compact design, longer life, longer battery backup and plug-n-play models...

In a grand confluence of creativity and innovation, the Indian Institute of Creative Skills, affiliated with NSDC Academy and operated by the Media & Entertainment Skills Council (MESC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE), marked its presence as an academic partner at Startup Mahakumbh 2025.Held at Bharat Mandapam from April 3 to 5, the event themed "Startup India @ 2047—Unfolding the Bharat Story" brought together over 3,000 startups, 1,000+ investors and incubators, and delegates from more than 50 countries. The summit celebrated visionary ideas, entrepreneurship, and the future of India's innovation economy.As knowledge partners, the Indian Institute of Creative Skills and MESC highlighted the role of skill-based creative education in d...