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21 Feb

Pillars of Asia to Debut in Dubai 2026, Aiming to Spotlight Regional Leadership and Innovation

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Dubai [UAE], February 21: Dubai will host the 2026 edition of “The Pillars of Asia,” a recognition platform positioned to honour innovators and leaders from across the continent. Organised under the banner of NBExperience, the Dubai edition is expected to bring together entrepreneurs, creators, philanthropists and industry figures for an event centred on celebrating professional achievement and innovation. According to organisers, the platform has been designed to create a space where individuals and organisations that contribute to industry advancement can be acknowledged in a structured and curated environment. The Dubai edition marks what founder Neelima Kurapati describes as the beginning…

21 Feb

Building Structured Infrastructure for U.S. Real Estate Participation

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By Kabir Israni, Founder & CEO, Raveum Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 20: U.S. real estate remains one of the most established and institutionalized asset classes globally. Yet capital deployment into this market, particularly across ownership formats and jurisdictions continues to involve operational fragmentation, regulatory complexity, and limited coordination between operating sponsors and investors. Raveum initially enabled international participation in U.S. real estate and has since expanded to include U.S.-based investors. As the platform has grown, we have strengthened sponsor vetting, regulatory systems, and reporting standards to support disciplined capital formation across jurisdictions. Today, we have closed our seed round, raising…

20 Feb

Prawaas 5.0 Sets the Stage for India’s Next Leap in Passenger Mobility

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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], February 20: The Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI) formally announced the 5th Edition of Prawaas, India’s flagship platform for the Bus and Car operators ecosystem, scheduled to be held from 9–11 July 2026 at the Helipad Exhibition Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The event is hosted by the Akhil Gujarat Pravasi VahanSanchalak Trust and co-hosted by the Gujarat Tourist Vehicles Operators Association and the Gujarat Luxury Cab Owners Association. The curtain raiser witnessed the presence of key industry leaders and host association representatives, reflecting strong regional and national participation. Among those present were Shri Megjibhai Khetani, Chairman, AkhilGujarat Pravasi Vahan Sanchalak Trust (AGPVST); Shri Lalitbhai Sukhwani, President, AGPVST; Shri Prakashbhai Patel,…

20 Feb

Excellent PU Science College Tops Vijayapura District in JEE Mains

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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 20: Excellent PU Science College has once again created history in JEE Mains January 2026 by delivering a record-breaking performance and reaffirming its position as the leading PU institution in Vijayapura district. Continuing its legacy of academic excellence, the college secured the District Top Rank with an outstanding 98.11 percentile, achieved by Salman Godihal, who emerged as the pride of Vijayapura. Adding to this remarkable achievement, the institution recorded the highest number of 90+ percentile scorers in the district, with 21 students crossing the 90 percentile mark in JEE Mains 2026, showcasing the strength of its…

20 Feb

Yogi Adityanath Congratulates Vir Kapur on Shatak – Sangh Ke 100 Varsh, Calls It an Inspiring Initiative

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New Delhi [India], February 20: In a notable show of support, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met filmmaker Vir Kapur at his official residence and congratulated him on Shatak – Sangh Ke 100 Varsh, a film based on the 100-year journey of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The Chief Minister lauded the initiative and described the film as “an inspiring effort.” He stated that Shatak introduces society to the organization’s historical journey, its core ideology, and its contribution to nation-building. He extended his best wishes to Vir Kapur and the entire team for bringing this important story to the…

20 Feb

Non-Alcoholic Fragrance Segment Sees Growth; Delhi Brand Launches Premium Attar

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New Delhi [India], February 20: With growing consumer preference for concentrated, alcohol-free fragrance oils, traditional Indian attar makers are witnessing renewed demand across urban and festive markets. Delhi-based ZAM ZAM PERFUMERS, a heritage fragrance house established in 1991 in Hazrat Nizamuddin, has announced the launch of its new premium unisex fragrance oil, Hayaam, ahead of the upcoming festive and wedding season. Industry observers note that non-alcoholic attars are gaining popularity among consumers seeking longer-lasting, skin-friendly alternatives to conventional spray perfumes. The segment is also witnessing increased traction during Ramadan and Eid, when demand for alcohol-free formulations traditionally rises. Growing Market…

20 Feb

Connectify Technologies Supports the Government of Karnataka in Powering the Statewide Socio-Educational Survey

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Bhuvan Koulagi, Chiragsovi, Abhay Desai – Connectify Technologies Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 20: The Government of Karnataka’s recent Statewide Socio-Educational Survey, conducted from September 22 to October 7, 2025, was supported by Connectify Technologies as its technology partner. The large-scale survey was designed to strengthen data-driven planning across social and educational sectors. Given its statewide scale, the initiative required strong digital infrastructure, real-time system monitoring, and seamless coordination across regions. As technology partners, Connectify Technologies worked closely with the Directorate of Electronic Delivery of Citizen Services (EDCS) to ensure system stability, smooth platform performance, and rapid resolution of technical issues…

20 Feb

CGC University, Capgemini Launch Industry-Integrated Technology Center on Campus

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Mohali (Punjab) [India], February 20:The future of work is being shaped long before graduates enter their first office. Recognising this shift, CGC University, Mohali has inaugurated the CodeXperience Center powered by Capgemini, an industry-model technology facility designed to recreate real-world tech workplaces within the campus learning environment. Conceived as a dynamic and immersive environment rather than a conventional computer laboratory, the Center reflects the evolving belief that professional readiness must begin during the learning journey itself. Rooted in the vision of Sardar Rashpal Singh Dhaliwal, Founder Chancellor of CGC University, the initiative reinforces the conviction that students must step into…

20 Feb

Angelic Intelligence Creator Shekhar Natarajan Receives Standing Ovation at AI Summit in New Delhi

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New Delhi [India], February 20: The inventor of Angelic Intelligence, the next evolution of AI that teaches machines to mimic what good humans do, challenges the global AI governance establishment at Bharat Mandapam Shekhar Natarajan, the inventor of Angelic Intelligence and Founder & CEO of Orchestro.AI, delivered a powerful address at the AI Summit on Trust, Safety, and the Future of AI Governance at Bharat Mandapam on Wednesday, captivating an audience of global policymakers, technology executives, and international media with a bold challenge to the way the world thinks about AI ethics. Natarajan’s central thesis was striking in its clarity:…

20 Feb

EKAM X Bright Leaf: A Community-Focused Design Milestone in Velimela

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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], February 20: In Hyderabad’s fast-evolving residential landscape, community living has increasingly become about personalization as much as possession. Marking this shift, Bright Leaf Design Studio inaugurated its exclusive model flat at EKAM in Velimela, Tellapur, on 31st January 2026 an initiative designed to bring interior expertise directly into the heart of a residential community. The model flat, located at Tower 4 – Flat 104, was formally inaugurated by Pavan and Arjun, the builders of Prosperiti Homes, along with their family members. The ceremony was conducted in a spirit of shared celebration, reflecting the collective efforts of the developer’s team and the design…