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23 Aug

Atif Aslam Returns With His Longest-Ever North America Tour, Borderless 2025

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New Delhi [India], August 23: As September arrives, so does a season of festivities, music, and celebration. With music that transcends borders, lyrics that heal, and a voice that has defined a generation, global pop sensation Atif Aslam is set to kick off the festive season by bringing his magic back to North America with his most expansive tour yet. The Borderless Tour 2025, aka the North America Tour 2025, will take the iconic artist, Atif, across 13 cities, making it one of the most anticipated musical journeys of the year. The tour promises to deliver the festive holiday spirit…

23 Aug

India-US Trade Negotiations: EAM Jaishankar’s Fierce Stand On ’50 percent’ Tariffs

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New Delhi [India], August 23: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar doesn’t do diplomatic fluff. With Washington tightening the tariff screws, he cut through the noise: yes, India-US trade negotiations are still alive. No, India won’t sacrifice its farmers or small producers to appease the White House. In his words, “we have some red lines”, and those are not negotiable. Tariffs Rising, Patience Running Thin The India-US trade standoff has been brewing for months. Washington’s latest move is brutal: a 25% extra duty already slapped on Indian goods, with another 25% set to kick in on August 27. That’s a total…

23 Aug

Historic Training on Pest Management in Food Sector Marks Milestone for India’s Food Safety Standards

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Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 23: Imperial Epicure LLP, in collaboration with the Pest Management Association and RIR Certification (FOSTAC Certified Training Institute), successfully organised a Basic Manufacturing Training (FSSAI-FOSTAC Basic Manufacturing Certificate Course) and certificate course on Skillful Pest Control Practices in the Food Industry. The exclusive training session, held at Alpha Bachat Bhavan, Pune, brought together 100 participants from across India, representing professionals committed to advancing food safety standards. This initiative marks an important milestone in strengthening industry practices, ensuring safer and more compliant food manufacturing processes through training under FSSAI guidelines. Led by Dr Sarang & Dr. Anil…

23 Aug

Bigg Boss 19: Salman Khan Teases Contestants – A Shocking Season of Twists Begins!

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 23: The Bigg Boss house is ready to swing open its doors once again, and Salman Khan, the eternal king of chaos and charisma, has decided to play his usual game—tease first, answer never. With Bigg Boss 19 premiering on August 24, 2025, the buzz isn’t just about contestants entering the house—it’s about how much trouble they can stir before they even unpack their bags. Salman, in his signature style, recently posted a teaser on social media, cheekily asking fans: “Achha, itni jaldi jaane ki contestants kaun honge? Chalo ek chhota sa glimpse hi de dete…

23 Aug

HEC Infra Projects Limited Secures Rs 12.08 Cr Orders Across Water and Energy Infrastructure

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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], August 23: HEC Infra Projects Limited (HEC, The Company), (NSE Code: HECPROJECT), – HEC Infra Projects Limited, a prominent engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company, is pleased to announce a series of new contracts that will expand its footprint in both urban water distribution and energy infrastructure. The company has secured three significant orders with a combined value of nearly ₹12.08 Cr. The details of the newly secured orders are outlined below: New energy storage project from Advait Energy Transitions Limited Amount: ₹7.15 Cr (August 21, 2025) Scope of Work: Design, installation, testing, and commissioning of a 185 MW…

23 Aug

TikTok’s Big India Tease: A Promising Comeback or Just Déjà Vu in HD?

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New Delhi [India], August 23: It is almost as if a dream. Five years ago, TikTok was dumped out of India with the severity you save for a toxic relationship—blocked, removed, and condemned. And yet, here we are in 2025, with rumors that the app might very well be staging a quiet comeback. The website comes back online, but the app itself? Still absent. As if an ex-flame sends a “Hi” on WhatsApp but won’t commit. So, the natural question is, do we even want it back? Or is this just a case of nostalgia operating on us? When TikTok…

23 Aug

South Asia Health Research Collab Takes Bold Step

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New Delhi [India], August 23: India pulled off something rare this week, getting its neighbours to agree on action, not just talk. Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste, and India came together in Delhi to strengthen health research systems. The message was blunt: no country can fix pandemics, NCDs, or antibiotic resistance alone. We’ve all seen enough regional “dialogues” that go nowhere. This one, convened by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), tried to cut through that. The plan is to align research with policy, share resources, and build systems that can stand up to future health shocks. India Takes…

23 Aug

Hollywood Actor-Producer Prashant Rai Unveils “Pyar Da Rang” : A Soul-Stirring First Ever AI-Created Tribute Inspired by the Air India Ahmedabad Crash

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 23: Hollywood actor, visionary producer, and tech entrepreneur Prashant Rai has unveiled his latest evocative creation, “Pyar Da Rang”, an emotionally resonant and visually immersive music video that dares to reimagine the events surrounding the Air India Ahmedabad plane crash, drawing upon early investigative reports. But this is no ordinary artistic tribute; this is cinema redefined by artificial intelligence. Produced under the banner of New York Pictures, USA, a pioneering force in the convergence of AI and entertainment, “Pyar Da Rang” marks a revolutionary milestone in storytelling. From the penning of poignant lyrics to the creation…

23 Aug

Kochi Blue Tigers ease past Trivandrum Royals with eight-wicket win

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Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], August 23: Kochi Blue Tigers cruised to victory against Trivandrum Royals in the second match of KCL Season 2, winning by eight wickets. After bowling out Royals for 97 in 20 overs, Kochi chased down the target in just 11.5 overs. Mohammed Ashiq, who claimed three wickets, was named Man of the Match. Trivandrum Royals stumbled early due to costly errors, including three run-outs that derailed their innings. Explosive opener S Subin was the first to fall without scoring, undone by a sharp throw from Sanju Samson. Soon after, Riya Basheer was removed by Akhin Sathar. At just 22…

23 Aug

Globe Civil Projects Crosses Rs 1,000 Cr Order Book Milestone

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Globe Civil Projects Limited (NSE – GLOBECIVIL | BSE – 544424) is pleased to announce that its consolidated order book has crossed ₹1,000 Cr, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey. The order book is well-diversified across institutional, healthcare, and government infrastructure projects. Marquee clients include CPWD, NBCC, and TCIL, many of which are repeat orders, underscoring the company’s proven track record of quality, timely execution, and reliability. The Company continues to expand its presence across 11+ states, with the current order book providing strong revenue visibility and a solid foundation for sustained growth. Project Mix: Educational & Institutional – IITs (Roorkee, Gandhinagar, Kanpur), IIMs…