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New Delhi [India], May 29: In a world where art is often defined by traditional mediums, Shirish Deshpande, a distinguished artist from Belgaum, Karnataka, challenges convention with a tool as simple as a ballpoint pen. His book, Exploring the Ballpoint, is not just a guide—it is a testament to the boundless creative potential hidden within the ordinary. With a career spanning decades, Shirish Vasant Deshpande has carved a unique niche in the art world through his mastery of ballpoint pen techniques. A graduate of Abhinav Kala Vidyalaya, Pune, his artistic journey has been marked by relentless exploration and innovation. From intricate…

How NoBroker Packers and Movers became the default choice for India Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 29:The urban Indian millennial does not wait for a promotion to move cities. They move for the job they actually want, the startup they believe in, or simply because Pune felt right for a while and now Bengaluru does. Their Gen Z counterparts are even less attached to geography. A city is where the opportunity is, and when the opportunity shifts, so do they. This is not restlessness. It is a new relationship with career, place, and belonging that is quietly reshaping how an entire…

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], May 27: To address summer water shortages in rural Odisha, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has reinforced community water supply across Odisha’s Kuraloi, Jamkhani, and Ghogharpalli regions through water tankers and drinking water kiosks. The initiative is providing an additional 72,000 litres of potable water daily, supplementing the 2.46 lakh litres of water being supplied daily to local communities under the company’s Project NIRMAL initiative. The initiative covers villages and habitations across Kuraloi and Piplimal Gram Panchayats, Ward No. 17 of Belpahar Municipality, Jharpalam and Garjanjore Panchayats, including Chakra, Bileimunda, Garjanjore, Girisima and Jamkhani.Together, these efforts are benefiting more than 23,000 people across the region. Commissioned in April…

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 27: Dr. Am Reddy of Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, has emphasized the importance of ongoing scientific research, safety monitoring, and transparency in pediatric healthcare and vaccination systems. Speaking on the need for continuous medical advancement, Dr. Reddy stated that modern healthcare systems should encourage evidence-based research into long-term health outcomes, child development, neurodevelopmental health, and preventive healthcare strategies to ensure the highest standards of safety and public trust. “Our children deserve the best healthcare standards. Science must continue researching, evaluating, and improving for the future of humanity,” said Dr. Am Reddy. As part of his clinical practice,…

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 27: JAIN Online, the online education platform of JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) celebrated its 16th Annual Convocation Ceremony for the Class of 2026, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey of redefining accessible and future-focused higher education in India. Themed “Reimagined, Rewired”, the ceremony was held across two sessions on May 23, bringing together nearly 2,000 students, parents, faculty members, and distinguished dignitaries to celebrate the achievements of graduates from JAIN Online and the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE). This year, over 5,600 learners graduated across JAIN Online and CDOE, reflecting the growing scale and…

India’s wellness boom has a quiet problem at its centre — and it is not a lack of products. New Delhi [India], May 26: India’s supplement market is growing at a pace few industries can match. Walk through any pharmacy in Lajpat Nagar, browse through Amazon India’s health section, or scroll through any D2C wellness brand’s Instagram, and you will find the same thing everywhere: products competing through longer ingredient lists, louder health claims, and labels designed to look scientifically impressive. But behind this boom is a growing disconnect. What looks effective on packaging and what actually works biologically are…

Kochi (Kerala) [India], May 25: Pegasus Global Pvt. Ltd. successfully organized the 14th edition of Alcazar Watches & DQ Watches Miss Queen Kerala 2026, one of Kerala’s most prestigious beauty pageants. The coveted title was won by Nidhika Sonu Augustine, while Isha Harish and Sai Pooja secured the positions of first runner-up and second runner-up, respectively. The grand finale was held at Le Meridien Kochi on May 23, 2026, in the presence of distinguished guests, celebrities, business leaders, and pageant enthusiasts. The reigning Miss Queen Kerala 2025, DurgaSurendran, along with Sajan Varghese, CMD of SAJ Group of Hotels, crowned the title winner. Preethi Parakkat, MD of Parakkat Jewels, and Jebitha Ajit, MD of Pegasus Global Pvt. Ltd., crowned the…

New Delhi [India], May 26: Anjali Rathore’s journey is a story of passion evolving into purpose—where music is not just an art, but a way of life. A dreamer from a young age, Anjali started singing at the age of nine, discovering a deep and natural connection with music. Her voice soon became her identity, earning her recognition and admiration throughout her school years, where she won numerous competitions and accolades. In college, her artistic expression deepened as she explored original compositions, spiritual recitations, Sanskrit mantras and verses, and traditional Indian texts like the Ramcharitmanas, reflecting her innate connection with…

Nashik (Maharashtra) [India], May 26: An abstract submitted by Nashik-based social worker Pramod Gaikwad has been selected for oral presentation at the Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) Water Convention 2026, which will be held from June 15 to 18 at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Singapore. Widely attended by policymakers, researchers, industry experts and development organisations from across the world, the Singapore International Water Week has over the years emerged as an important platform for discussions around water management, urban sustainability and climate-related challenges. Countries and institutions often use the forum to present models, technologies and community-driven approaches…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 23: Yuthika, an Indian hair color, skin care and personal care brand, has expanded its international presence through Research and development, advanced formulation, manufacturing operations, and exports across more than 60 countries. The Yuthika operates across multiple categories including hair color, hair care, skin care, and traditional beauty products. According to Yuthika, its focus remains on advanced formulation development, and expansion across domestic and international markets. As part of its expanding personal care product range, the company has also launched Yuthika Sun Shield Cream SPF 50. The newly introduced product is developed for daily skin protection…