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Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], February 23: Resonance Institutions Hyderabad successfully conducted the MegaResoFAST (Resonance Future Achievers Scholarship Test) across Hyderabad on December 14, 2025. Top 100 achievers from Telangana were honoured with tablets by guests, fulfilling the commitments made by Resonance Institutions Hyderabad. The Mega ResoFAST also provides further opportunities to these talented students. Depending on their scores and ranking in the exam, they can take up two additional qualifying exams to be eligible for up to 100% scholarship. The highlights below provide better understanding of the benefits. Highlights of the Mega ResoFAST (Resonance Future Achievers Scholarship Test): Benefit: Scholarship waiver…

New Delhi [India], February 21: The History of Spices is not a culinary anecdote. It is a record of appetite weaponized. Black pepper was never “just” a seasoning. In late medieval Europe it functioned as currency, dowry, tax payment, ransom. The small black bead—dried fruit of Piper nigrum—moved north from the Malabar Coast, through Arab brokers, across Venetian counting houses, into the damp storerooms of Bruges and London. It arrived already marked up, already mythologized. By the time it reached a European table, it had accumulated miles, tariffs, and violence. That is the part people prefer to soften. They shouldn’t.…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 21: Shivrajyotsav – Sampoorna Bharatvarsh 2026 concluded as an extraordinary national celebration commemorating the 396th birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Organised by Vinod Patil and Abhinav Devgiri Pratishthan, with the Government of Maharashtra as co-organiser, the festival united the nation in a powerful display of pride, patriotism, and cultural reverence. The celebration concluded as a majestic national festival that reflected the ideals of bravery, Swaraj, leadership, and cultural pride. This year’s event became even more symbolic as it was held at Agra Fort, where the echoes of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s fearless escape once shook the Mughal…

New Delhi [India], February 21: As global financial markets continue to experience heightened volatility and sector rotations in early 2026, many investors are finding that traditional “pure equity” portfolios are struggling to deliver the consistent growth they once promised. Amidst this uncertainty, Multi-Asset Allocation has emerged as the definitive strategy for wealth preservation and growth, significantly outperforming single-category investments over the past twelve months. The Shift: Why Multi-Asset is Outpacing Pure Equity Recent market data highlights a sharp divergence in performance. While many pure equity funds, particularly those focused on large-cap and flexi-cap stocks, faced stagnant returns and double-digit swings throughout…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 21: A bhajan-jamming evening is being organised by devotees of Mamtamai Shri Radhe Guru Maa in Borivali East, Mumbai on March 3. The event is inspired by the Sanatan traditions and service-oriented values that underly the teachings of the guru. The celebration has been planned as a confluence of religion, culture, and devotion, where faith, music, and spiritual energy unite in an extraordinary way. According to the organizers, the special bhajan evening, scheduled for March 3, aims to strengthen the core values of Hindu Dharma, promote Sanatan culture, and inspire a renewed awakening of devotion in…

New Delhi [India], February 21: When guests walk into a hotel, the first thing they notice is the ambiance. Comfortable sofas in the lobby, elegant dining chairs, stylish room furniture, and perfectly designed restaurant booths all play a big role in creating that first impression. That is why choosing the right furniture manufacturer is one of the most important decisions for any hotel brand. Across India and in more than 30 countries, many leading hotel brands trust Best of Exports, the number one Hotel Furniture Manufacturer, for their furniture needs. From luxury resorts to fine-dining restaurants and large hotel chains, they…

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,…

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…

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…

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:…