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28 Jul

The Great Indian Screen Shift: How a Nation of Moviegoers Became a Nation of Scrollers

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 28: Picture this: a Friday night in a small Indian town, and the old single-screen theatre is…quiet. Not sold out. Just not what it used to be. Fifteen years back, the idea of empty seats for a big release would’ve sounded nuts. These days, you can stroll past those old Raj Mandir–style cinemas in Jaipur or Kanpur and find them running at only a third of their former crowd, even for films that used to guarantee a full house. It’s not that India fell out of love with movies. The relationship just…shifted. For generations, going to…

28 Jul

India’s GDP Growth Projected Between 6.8-7.2% for 2026: Finance Ministry Officials

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 28: When the Economic Survey hit Parliament this year, it tossed out a number that quietly put a lot of nerves at ease: 6.8 to 7.2 percent. That’s where the Finance Ministry expects India’s growth to land for FY27, which kicks off next April. Not exactly earth-shattering, but it says a lot about the country’s ambitions—India, still the world’s fastest-growing big economy, wants to stick to a steady pace, even as the global outlook gets more unpredictable by the day. Why does this number matter? Well, look at what came before it. The fiscal year that’s…

28 Jul

Alloy Unveils a New Chapter in Indian Design: An Evolved Practice Built on Collective Expertise

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Alloy Partners (L to R – Chintan Patel, Bhumika Patel, Bhavisha Thakur, Rupesh Shah, Bijal Shah) Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 28: On 18 July 2026, the Indian design landscape welcomes Alloy, a multidisciplinary architecture and interior design practice that represents the convergence of three established design studios into one unified vision. Alloy is the culmination of decades of experience, complementary expertise, and a shared commitment to creating architecture and interiors that are thoughtful, enduring, and deeply contextual. Built on the philosophy that the strongest outcomes emerge through collaboration, Alloy brings together the creative strengths of The Ink Studio Co., Limited Edition Design Studio,…

28 Jul

ATLAS SkillTech University Launches ATLAS Online for Business Education in the AI Era

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 28: India’s most industry-focused university, ATLAS SkillTech University, today announced the launch of ATLAS Online, offering UGC-DEB-approved MBA and BBA programs built for the AI era. The programs are built around how business works today, with AI integrated across every subject as a practical tool for decision-making, strategy, and problem-solving. The Online MBA includes a GenAI Mastery track built with Microsoft. Where other online business programs ask students to watch lectures, complete assignments, and collect a certificate in isolation, ATLAS Online enables them to work on live briefs with industry, build a portfolio of real work, and learn directly from CXOs. Students graduate…

28 Jul

CURTAIN RAISER for SPRING FASHION SHOW Showcases Emerging Designers and Models, Celebrates India’s Creative Excellence in Jaipur

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Dr. Barkha Versha, Chairperson, United Nations Global Peace Council graces the event as Chief Guest; Mrs. Sapna Nagpal announced as the Brand Ambassador of Eastern Craft and Culture Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], July 28: Jaipur witnessed a vibrant celebration of fashion, creativity and cultural expression as the SPRING FASHION SHOW Curtain Raiser concluded at Maan Palace on Thursday. Organised by Eastern Craft and Culture, the event brought together emerging fashion designers, aspiring models and creative professionals from across the country, providing them with a prestigious platform to showcase their talent before industry stakeholders, fashion enthusiasts and the media. The event was graced…

28 Jul

Bhumika Shajwani Wins Mrs Earth Elite 2026: India’s Win of Purpose and Poise

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New Delhi [India], July 27: Bhumika Shajwani was named the winner of Mrs Earth Elite 2026 in a glittering finale that celebrated not only beauty and stagecraft but also committed advocacy for community sustainability and women’s empowerment. Her victory — a first for many who followed her journey closely — underscored the changing face of international pageantry, where measurable social impact matters as much as elegance. Focused platform Representing India, Bhumika entered the competition with a clear platform: community-led sustainability projects paired with initiatives to uplift women at the local level. Judges and audiences responded to her practical proposals and…

28 Jul

Astro Cultural Mahotsav 2.0: A Gathering of Astrologers, Numerologists, and Vastu Experts

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New Delhi: To promote Indian art, Sanatan culture and astrology, the ‘Astro Cultural Mahotsav Conclave 2.0’ was organised at the India International Centre. The programme was attended by renowned astrologers, Vastu experts, numerologists, social workers and dignitaries from across the country. On this occasion, views were shared on astrology, Indian culture, spirituality and the importance of positive energy in life. Delhi MP Manoj Tiwari, Acharya Pramod Krishnam, Peethadheeshwar of Kalki Dham, Acharya GD Vashisht, the author of Lal Kitab, and renowned astrologer Dr Jai Madan highlighted the usefulness of astrology and Indian knowledge tradition in modern life. Astro Cultural Mahotsav…

28 Jul

Is India’s Middle Class Paying More but Saving Less?

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New Delhi [India], July 28: India’s economy remains one of the fastest growing among the major economies. Wages have risen in many industries, jobs have been steady and consumer spending is a major component of economic activity. That’s good news for the nation’s middle class, on paper. However, the monthly budget is not the same for many families. The grocery bill has increased from 2 years ago. School fees continue to rise. Healthcare costs have increased, home loan EMIs are high and even small monthly subscriptions are a silent drain on the household budget. While salary increases are beneficial, they’re…

28 Jul

Mold-Tek Packaging Limited Q1 profit increased by 14.17%

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], July 28: The Hyderabad-based rigid Plastic Packaging Company posted a net profit of Rs. 25.57 crore for the quarter ended June 30, compared with Rs. 22.40 crore a year earlier. Revenue increased by 24.90% year-on-year to Rs. 300.45 crore from Rs. 240.56 crore. EBITDA increased by 19.10% to Rs. 56.43 crore, while the EBITDA per kg reached “HISTORICAL HIGH” of Rs. 46.68 in Q1 FY27, compared with Rs. 41.64 per kg in Q1 of FY26, driven by better capacity utilisation, consolidation of Hyderabad Units and higher contribution from the high-margin Pharma Packaging business. Profit before tax increased by…

28 Jul

Where the Hotel Lobby Becomes a Classroom

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Parvinder Bual, K Mohanchandran, Suhel Seth, Anindita Chatterjee others at Taj Hotels-Prabha Khaitan Foundation Prayas MoU signing. Sushmita Sen with young recruits Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 28: At most hotels, the welcome is where hospitality begins. At Taj Bengal this week, it was also where something bigger began — a partnership that puts young adults with special needs at the very front of the house, greeting guests, serving welcome beverages and discovering, often for the first time, what they are capable of in a professional workplace. It is like a classroom at the front desk with a concierge. Prabha…