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Durga in Nigeria is a literary novel that arrives with the quiet force of a prayer whispered rather than sung. Written by Piyush Mahiskey, it is a story that resists spectacle and honors silence, exploring displacement, intimacy, and myth-making with emotional precision. At its center stands Saanidhya Ashtankar, or Saani—a disciplined product strategist from Pune who travels to Lagos, Nigeria, on a professional assignment and finds herself caught between rationality and revelation. What begins as a journey of work turns into a journey of transformation, where an unexpected near-death experience gives rise to a myth, turning Saani into a figure of divine reverence across India. Yet the novel refuses the miraculous. It insists on emotional truth, on inevitability, on how myths are born not f...

 Junagadh: The sacred Girnar mountain, long regarded as a center of spiritual meditation, devotion, and self-realization, witnessed a historic moment this year.  Dhyan Guru Raghunath Guruji from Pune completed his 1000th Girnar Yatra and circuit around the sacred Girnar hills.This milestone symbolizes not only his personal spiritual discipline but also the awakening of collective consciousness and the synthesis of science and spirituality.He has also climbed the Girnar mountain 108 times, dedicating each ascent to deep meditative research and self-purification.  Girnar Yatra — A Divine Blend of Meditation and ScienceSince the age of 22, Guruji has been undertaking the arduous pilgrimage of Girnar with unwavering faith. He says —“The Girnar Yatra is not just a religious ritual; it is a jour...

Factory Automation Expo 2025 catalyzes India’s shift toward intelligent manufacturing29 October 2025, Pune, India. The Factory Automation Expo (FAE) 2025, India’s leading international exhibition on industrial automation, robotics, and manufacturing, is set to take place from 21–23 November 2025 at the Autocluster Exhibition Centre, Pune. The event is expected to bring together 150+ top automation suppliers, 850+ cutting-edge technologies, and a diverse audience of OEMs, manufacturers, and industry professionals, providing a unique platform to explore innovations shaping the future of smart manufacturing.The platform offers diverse business opportunities for buyers to connect, learn, and discover the latest automation solutions designed to optimize operations, reduce costs, and enhance pro...

27th October’25 Mumbai: Suraj Estate Developers Limited announced its unaudited financial results, for the quarter ending 30th Sept 2025. Operational Highlights for Q2FY26 Pre-sales rose 89% QoQ to Rs 153 crore, while carpet area sold increased 111% QoQ to 34,875 sq. ft. in Q2FY26, driven by successful launches of Suraj Aureva and Parkview 1Both projects witnessed strong demand, with over 40% of inventory sold during the quarter Financial Highlights for Q2FY26 Total income increased 9.2% QoQ to Rs 145 crore, while EBITDA grew 30.4% QoQ to Rs 65.6 crore in Q2FY26EBITDA margin increased from 37.7% to 45%, leading to an improvement in PAT margin from 16% to 23%, supported by operating leverage during the quarter Business Updates Strong Sales Momentum across key residential project launched in...

Maintaining its strong emphasis on celebrating local culture, craftsmanship, and community-led beauty, The Body Shop’s latest stores embody its vision of conscious retail National, 28 October 2025: The Body Shop, a British-born international ethical beauty brand, is continuing to expand its presence across India. The brand has launched new Workshop stores at Inorbit Mall, Hubli (Karnataka) and Elegante Mall, Pitampura (New Delhi) and has also revamped its existing store in Indiranagar, Bengaluru.  This expansion underscores the brand’s commitment to conscious retail that celebrates local culture, craftsmanship, and community-led beauty. Hubli & Delhi welcome new Workshop Stores The newly opened Workshop Stores in Hubli and Elegante Mall exemplify The Body Shop’s next-generation retail ...

Mumbai, October 29th, 2025:  True North Private Credit announced an investment of INR 360 Cr in Innova Rubbers Private Limited (“Innova”) and Vee Tee Auto Manufacturing Company Private Limited (“Vee Tee”). The investment proceeds will be used towards the consolidation of the promoter’s stake to enable control and better growth prospects of the two companies.  Innova, founded in 1969 by the Ambardekar, Mekal, and Bakshi families, specialises in designing and manufacturing automotive rubber-moulded and rubber-to-metal bonded NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness) products. A long-standing leader in this field, Innova has established deep relationships with OEMs. Vee Tee Auto, also founded by the three families in 1988, specialises in the aftermarket trading of suspension parts (mountings and...

India, today, is at a crucial juncture. During the last decade, the country’s IT and software sector has grown from $118 billion to a projected $283 billion in FY 2024-25. Within this, the export revenues account for approximately $224 billion in FY 2022-25. However, there is still a deeper, largely untapped potential waiting to be realized. The country can leverage the domestic market, underserved niches, and the structural advantages that homegrown companies possess over global giants in delivering for Indian contexts. First, Indian companies have an edge when it comes to understanding local pain points and gaps. Starting from regulatory compliance to regional language interfaces, along with rural connectivity constraints, there are many areas where global giants struggle to internalize ...

Mumbai, October 29, 2025: Buying life insurance is one of the most important financial decisions a person makes, yet for many, the process often feels complex and time-consuming. Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Ltd. (Tata AIA), one of India’s leading life insurers, is changing that experience with the launch of its Underwriting Rule Engine (URE) — designed to make life insurance simpler, faster, and more transparent for every consumer. At the heart of URE is a blend of machine learning, Gen AI, and big data analytics that automates the traditionally slow, paper-heavy underwriting process. When a consumer applies for a policy, URE instantly analyzes their data, including medical history and lifestyle information, cross-referencing it against pre-programmed rules to assess risk. Based on thi...

Today, the need for a solid online presence is crucial for higher education institutions. Be it universities, colleges or online learning platforms, it has become important to reach out to potential students and parents via the internet. Digital marketing for educational institutions, primarily through search engine optimisation (SEO), is one of the most effective ways to ensure that your institution is seen by the right audience. A well-optimised website will attract more visitors, generate qualified leads and increase student engagement. As a leading education marketing company in India, Bloom Agency helps educational institutions build visibility, credibility and authority in the digital world. Let's explore the most important SEO strategies that can help your organisation grow online. ...

Every year, World Mental Health Day reminds us that mental well-being is not a privilege but a necessity. This year’s theme “Mindful Well-being: Transforming Stress into Strength, Productivity, and Positivity”, perfectly aligns with the work of Nehal VRK, a leading counsellor, author, and mental health advocate from South Delhi.Founder of PurpleNest Counselling, located in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, Nehal VRK has dedicated her life to helping individuals and families navigate emotional challenges and rediscover balance. With over 20 years of experience in public service, she brings both compassion and expertise to her counselling practice.PurpleNest Counselling offers both online and offline sessions, making therapy accessible to people across India and beyond. Nehal specializes relationship ...