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25 Jul

Portfolio Magazine’s Most Innovative HR Leaders in India 2026 – List of Honourees

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Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 25: In an ever-evolving business landscape, one thing that cannot change is that organisational excellence begins with strong leadership and a people-centric foundation. It is the core responsibility of every organisation’s HR leader to manage the human, cultural, and legal lifecycle of its workforce. They are gradually adopting artificial intelligence at scale, strengthening human oversight, tackling board-level burnout, and redesigning career pathways. Portfolio Magazine has released its 2026 list of the most innovative HR leaders in India, spotlighting professionals reshaping organisations through culture, technology adoption, and people-first strategies. The honorees span industries and career backgrounds,…

25 Jul

The Price of a Good Life: How Spending Habits Reflect Changing Values

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 25: Ask someone what a “good life” really looks like, and you probably won’t hear hard numbers or a spreadsheet. Most people talk about freedom, peace of mind, or just waking up with a purpose. But open someone’s bank statement, and the answer gets a lot less philosophical. What people choose to spend money on—and what they refuse to buy—shows what they really value. It’s a more honest story than anything you’ll get from a survey. From Ownership to Access A generation back, the good life came with a checklist: house, car, maybe a job for…

25 Jul

Hettich Expands Its Magical Interior Experience with a New Hettich Exclusive (HeX) Store in Nagpur

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Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], July 25: Hettich takes another step forward in strengthening its experiential retail footprint across India, with the launch of its newest Hettich Exclusive (HeX) store in Nagpur. As part of Hettich’s growing network of experience-led stores, the Nagpur outlet gives customers a hands-on opportunity to discover the brand’s German-engineered furniture fittings and thoughtfully designed interior solutions, all under one roof. The HeX Nagpur store offers an end-to-end shopping journey, with curated displays that bring together contemporary furniture, advanced fittings, architectural door hardware, furniture lighting, and built-in kitchen appliances. To make the experience even more seamless, customers can…

25 Jul

Behind the Protests: Why India’s Students Are Pushing Back Against the Education Minister

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 24: For over a month, Jantar Mantar in the heart of Delhi has stopped looking like a tourist spot and started to feel more like a restless campsite. Blue tarps dangle between weathered stone structures. Parents and kids curl up on mats and cardboard. Handwritten placards pile against the railings. Everywhere you look, students are waiting, frustrated, and exhausted by the way India handles its exams. They aren’t here for small reforms. They want Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to resign. But honestly, unless you’ve been glued to the story, it’s easy to miss how a…

25 Jul

Celebrating the Language of the Heart: Poetry Day at Whistling Woods International

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Subhash Ghai & Irshad Kamil pay tribute to the timeless legacy of the legendary lyricist Anand Bakshi New Delhi [India], July 25: Whistling Woods International (WWI), India’s premier institute for Film, Communication and Creative Arts, celebrated its annual Art & Poetry Day on 21st July, commemorating the birth anniversary of the legendary lyricist Anand Bakshi. The event brought together celebrated poets, lyricists, writers and students to honour the enduring power of poetry and its influence on Indian cinema and storytelling. Speaking about the event, Subhash Ghai, Founder & Chairman of Whistling Woods International, said, “Art and poetry are the soul…

25 Jul

Best Crypto Presale To Buy Now: AlphaPepe Targets the Launch Gains Bitcoin and Solana Cannot Deliver

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Best crypto presale to buy now searches are rising as crypto markets recover but remain tense. Bitcoin has been trading around the mid-$65K area, helped by stronger risk appetite, while traders also watch U.S. crypto regulation progress around the CLARITY Act. But the market is not risk-free. The Iran war and wider Middle East tension have kept oil fears alive, reminding buyers that large-cap crypto can still stall when macro pressure returns. That is why retail is also looking for earlier entries. Bitcoin and Solana can still move, but both already trade on public charts. AlphaPepe is different. The project has raised more…

24 Jul

Morari Bapu Begins His 981st Ram Katha in Kenya’s Tea Country

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‘Manas Rath Yatra’ in Kericho draws inspiration from the Jagannath Rath Yatra and Tulsidas’s unparalleled vision of the Dharma Rath Kericho (Kenya), July 24: Renowned spiritual leader Morari Bapu began his 981st Ram Katha today in Kericho, the Kenyan region internationally renowned for its verdant tea plantations. Titled ‘Manas Rath Yatra’, the nine-day Katha will continue until 26 July 2026 at the Dansed Gardens Ground. As the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra has just commenced, Bapu dedicated the Katha to the spirit of the sacred journey. He remembered Lord Jagannath and the Rath Yatras of Bhavnagar and Ahmedabad. A Jagannath temple priest was also invited from…

24 Jul

Emerald Corporates and Blue Synergy Investments Form Strategic Partnership to Jointly Develop USD 175M Sustainable Mega-Project in the Maldives

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L-R Dr Sailesh Hiranandani, Mr Mohamed Fayaz, Ms Vandana Yadav, Mr Abdulla Jabir New Delhi [India], July 24: In a massive move to reshape the Indian Ocean, Blue Synergy Investments and London’s Emerald Corporates have officially united as master partners to co-develop the $175 Million THAA Island Cluster Sustainable Township in the Maldives. The landmark cross-border partnership is anchored by the overarching global influence and high-level strategic direction of Dr. Sailesh Lachu Hiranandani, Chairman of the Emerald Group, whose executive oversight stands as the ultimate driving force behind the alliance. To bring this colossal vision to life, the massive project…

24 Jul

The Real Factors Behind India’s Career Choices After College

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 24: Ask any final-year student in India what they plan to do after graduation, and you’ll rarely hear a clear answer about their real interests. Most of the time, it’s a jumble of half-baked ideas, parents setting the tone, and that constant worry about how they’ll pay rent. The truth is, hardly anyone in India picks a career by themselves. It’s about everything except what a 21-year-old really wants. The Weight of the Family Ledger A career here isn’t just the child’s call—it’s a family decision. Parents scrape together money for fees and expect a good…

24 Jul

Yogesh Sharma (Shelly) Meets PCI President Devendra Jhajharia and Secretary General Jayawant GH to Discuss Strengthening Para Sports Initiatives

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New Delhi [India], July 24: Yogesh Sharma (Shelly), Director of Para Athlete Development & Special Programs, Para Powerlifting, paid a courtesy visit to Shri Devendra Jhajharia, President of the Paralympic Committee of India & Jayawant Hammanavar, Secretary General, Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), at the PCI headquarters in New Delhi. During the meeting, Yogesh Sharma sought Shri Devendra Jhajharia’s valuable guidance on various aspects of para sports development and athlete welfare. The discussion covered ways to better support para athletes, identify emerging talent, and create a stronger ecosystem for their growth and success. Drawing from his vast experience as one of India’s most…