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17 Jan

Indian Institute of Creative Skills Partners with All India Game Developers Forum to Boost Gaming and Interactive Media Skill Development in India

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Pooja Arora (COO, MESC), Roland Landers, Chair, All India Game Developers Forum (AIGDF), Shankar Mahadevan (renowned Musician & Chairman MESC, Mohit Soni, CEO MESC New Delhi [India], January 16: The Indian Institute of Creative Skills (IICS), under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), and the Media & Entertainment Skills Council (MESC), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the All India Game Developers Forum (AIGDF) to strengthen skill development, training, and career pathways in the gaming and interactive entertainment sector. This strategic collaboration aims to create a strong talent pipeline for India’s rapidly growing gaming ecosystem by aligning industry…

17 Jan

A Day in the Life of a Himalayan School Student Reflects the Changing Face of Online Schooling in India

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New Delhi [India], January 17: As online schooling steadily becomes a mainstream choice for Indian families, the daily academic routine of students is undergoing a visible transformation. At The Himalayan School, a structured online K–12 institution, a typical school day offers insight into how digital education is evolving beyond basic screen-based learning into a balanced, student-centric model. For parents exploring online schools in India or comparing various online school programs, understanding how a day unfolds for a student provides a clearer picture than curriculum descriptions alone. Structured Mornings Without the Rush A Himalayan School student begins the day without the familiar…

17 Jan

Green Energy Seva Records Strong Growth in Solar EPC and Franchise Operations Across India

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 16: Green Energy Seva, one of India’s fastest-growing solar EPC and franchise networks, has reported strong growth across its solar project execution and franchise partner ecosystem, reinforcing its position as a key enabler in the country’s renewable energy transition. The company has witnessed significant traction across residential, commercial, and semi-urban markets, driven by rising solar adoption, favourable policy support, and increasing interest from entrepreneurs seeking structured entry into the clean energy sector. Green Energy Seva’s integrated model—combining EPC execution, CRM-driven project management, franchise enablement, and technical training—has enabled faster project turnaround times and improved execution quality…

17 Jan

The Bride Movie: 2026’s Dark, Daring, and Unforgettable Thriller

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New Delhi [India], January 17: The Bride Movie: Movie thrillers do not typically make one sit up straight, yet in the case of The Bride, by Maggie Gyllenhaal, it does. Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale dominate the screen with a movie that reinterprets Frankenstein in a suspenseful style and a touch of pop-punk melee. Maggie Gyllenhaal is Making a Brash Directorial Decision. Maggie Gyllenhaal turns the script inside out. She has a reputation of snatching scenes before the camera and now she is stealing behind it. The Bride Movie is not a shy one but it is uncouth, sleek and…

17 Jan

One Two Cha Cha Chaa 2.0: Hilarious Bollywood Action Comedy

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New Delhi [India], January 17: The new Bollywood action-comedy One Two Cha Cha Chaa 2.0 hits screens with reckless energy, chaotic charm, and unapologetic fun. This is not your typical slapstick flick—it’s a calculated, wild ride that demands you let go and enjoy. The movie also marks a bold shift for its lead, showing that breaking away from a familiar image can be exhilarating for both actors and audiences. Characters and Roles That Drive the Chaos The film is populated with colourful, high-energy characters: Harsh Mayar – the protagonist, shedding his previous “Gullak” image, transforms into a fast-talking, unpredictable action…

17 Jan

Sattvik Certifications to Host World’s First Vegetarian Certification Conclave SATCON 2026 in New Delhi

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New Delhi [India], January 17: Sattvik Certifications is hosting the world’s first dedicated Vegetarian Certification Conclave – SATCON 2026 on January 19, 2026, at Le Méridien New Delhi from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST. The event expects over 250 participants from FMCG, luxury hospitality, education, certification bodies, and policy circles to drive real progress in verified vegetarian and vegan food systems. SATCON 2026 centres on three pillars: Consciousness, Connect, and Collaboration to create a more aware and interconnected food industry. With people and partners coming from seven countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the UAE, Qatar, and South Korea, the…

17 Jan

Rafale Reloaded: Big Boost for IAF as India Green-Lights 114 Fighter Jets

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New Delhi [India], January 17: India has finally hit the green button. A long-awaited plan to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets from France has cleared a crucial hurdle, giving the Indian Air Force a much-needed shot in the arm. The Defence Procurement Board has approved a proposal to buy and jointly manufacture 114 Rafale fighter jets in a deal expected to run into several billion dollars. The decision was taken on Friday, according to senior officials familiar with the discussions. The board is chaired by the defence ministry’s top bureaucrat and handles India’s biggest military purchases. This approval does not…

17 Jan

PANKHUDI Portal Launched: A 2026 Digital Push for Women and Child Welfare

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New Delhi [India], January 17: The Ministry of Women and Child Development launched a digital portal, PANKHUDI, on January 8, 2026, an integrated system to enhance partnerships for women and child development in India. Union Minister Smt. Annpurna Devi, Minister of State, Smt. Savitri Thakur and Secretary Shri Anil Malik officially launched the portal. The message was clear. Welfare cannot be supported only by paperwork and goodwill. It needs systems. Digital ones. The construction of PANKHUDI is based on a single-window platform. One login. One dashboard. It creates a common space where individuals, non-governmental organisations, corporate CSR contributors, research institutions,…

17 Jan

The Tradition Meets Urban Life: tattv reinvents Indian Bathing Rituals to the contemporary Metro way of life

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New Delhi [India], January 17: In a traditional Indian homes bathing was more than cleansing because they were based on nature and nurturing. Boiled neem water to cleanse the skin, freshly made ubtan to exfoliate and brighten, cooling herbs to cool in the heat, floral waters to calm and refresh, it was all purposeful and all related to seasons and skin requirements. These were not luxuries; they were family traditions. However, modern metro lives, with their rush, lack of space, time constraints, and more, have rendered traditional rituals hard to sustain. Spraying powders and drains, splattering pastes on tiles, and…

16 Jan

Lenovo’s Rollable OLED Laptop Is Audacious, Addictive — And Slightly Uncomfortable In All The Right Ways

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 16: There’s a moment at every major tech reveal when the room goes quiet — not because something is subtle, but because it’s bold enough to feel slightly illegal. Lenovo’s rollable OLED gaming laptop concept belongs squarely in that category. Not another thinner bezel. Not another RGB keyboard pretending to be innovative. This time, the screen literally grows. In an industry obsessed with shaving millimetres and repackaging déjà vu as progress, Lenovo chose spectacle — but with intent. A gaming laptop that expands its display on demand, stretching upward from a compact base into something that…