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16 May

Cinema Icon Aparna Sen Receives Lifetime Achievement Honour at Grihshobha Inspire Awards 2026

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Aparna Sen accepting the Lifetime Achievement honour New Delhi [India], May 16: The Grihshobha Inspire Awards 2026 – Delhi Edition brought together some of India’s most celebrated women leaders, artists, changemakers, entrepreneurs, educators, and creators for an inspiring evening dedicated to recognising excellence, resilience, and impact. The event honoured women whose journeys have transformed industries, challenged conventions, and inspired meaningful social change. The evening’s highest honour, Lifetime Achievement, was presented to acclaimed filmmaker and cultural icon Aparna Sen for her extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema and storytelling. The event also celebrated inspiring achievers across diverse fields including healthcare, literature, folk heritage, performing arts, education,…

16 May

Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala Urges Industry to Lead India’s Message of World Peace at Boost India Conclaves Ekta Summit 2026

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Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Executive Director of Wockhardt Ltd. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 15: Dr. Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Executive Director of Wockhardt Ltd., delivered a powerful keynote address at Ekta Summit Chapter 3 – Boost India Conclave held at Hotel Sahara Star, Mumbai, where he called upon the Indian industry to become global ambassadors of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” and project India’s message of world peace. Speaking on the theme “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: Leading India’s Message of World Peace” before 120+ policymakers, industrialists, and youth leaders, Dr. Khorakiwala emphasized that India’s ancient ethos of “One World, One Family” must guide the nation’s journey to Viksit…

15 May

Young Innovators Vecna4 Qualify for F1 STEM Racing National Finals, Champion Sustainability and Community Impact

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New Delhi [India], May 15: Vecna4 (Vision, Engineering, Creativity, Navigation), a dynamic team of four 11-year-old innovators from Amity International School, Pushp Vihar, comprising Arjunveer Chauhan, Avyaan Pratap, Anant Khemka, and Shaurya Rawat, have qualified for the National Finals of the prestigious F1 STEM Racing competition, demonstrating not only their passion for engineering and motorsport, but also a remarkable commitment to sustainability and community impact. Beyond designing and building their race car, the team is actively driving change through sustainability focused outreach initiatives. Their efforts include conducting engaging workshops for school students and organising LEGO car building sessions for underprivileged…

15 May

From Indore Dreams to Mumbai Spotlight: Sonnal Singh’s Inspiring Journey to Stardom

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New Delhi [India], May 15: Sonnal Singh, a small-town girl from Indore, turned her dream of becoming an actress into reality through years of hard work, struggle, and determination. After moving to Mumbai with big dreams and little support, she faced countless auditions, rejections, financial struggles, and personal challenges — but never gave up on herself. Despite the difficulties of the entertainment industry, Sonnal stayed grounded, focused on improving her craft through acting workshops, dance training, and fitness, while holding on to the values her family had taught her. Her journey changed when she met Piyush Dinesh Gupta, who recognized…

15 May

‘Dear, The People’ by Author Pawan Kumar Reflects on Identity and Its Role in Building Better Governance

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Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 14: In Dear, The People, Author Pawan Kumar presents a forward-thinking yet practical approach to enhancing governance, making it more efficient, transparent, and citizen-centered. Drawing on over fifteen years of distinguished experience in policing and public administration, Author Pawan Kumar emphasizes that identity verification is fundamental to progress—whether it’s safeguarding children, preventing cybercrime, combating financial fraud, or ensuring welfare benefits reach the intended recipients. Central to the book is the concept of a Master Agency—Spectra: The Sentinel Commission—which is envisioned to securely establish and safeguard every type of identity: individual, institutional, economic, and digital. Real-life instances of large-scale…

14 May

Author Feature: Haresh Sippy — Engineering Insight Meets Reflective Wisdom in Many Hats, Many Insights

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 14: BlueRose Publishers announces a book by Haresh Sippy, “Many Hats, Many Insights.” With this book, Haresh Sippy offers more than a book—he offers a lens through which to understand the complexity of modern existence, and a guide to navigating it with clarity, honesty, and purpose. In an age where specialization is often celebrated, Haresh Sippy stands as a compelling testament to the power of multiplicity. A master entrepreneur, technocrat, and filmmaker, Sippy has navigated diverse domains with remarkable ease—each role contributing to a reservoir of insights that now find expression in his debut book, Many Hats Many Insights. Sippy’s professional…

14 May

Ratul Puri: Electricity Will Increasingly Become the Backbone of Economic Growth

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Ratul Puri, Chairman of Hindustan Power New Delhi [India], May 14: Ratul Puri, Chairman, Hindustan Power, said that affordable and uninterrupted electricity availability will emerge as one of India’s biggest competitive advantages as the country enters a new phase of energy-intensive and digitally connected growth. Speaking at an event on the future of India’s power sector in New Delhi, Mr. Ratul Puri said electricity is increasingly becoming central to economic growth across sectors. “Electricity will increasingly become the backbone of economic growth across sectors ranging from transportation and manufacturing to digital infrastructure and data centres,” he said. “As economies become…

14 May

NSAM Institute proudly presents Défilé de Mode Season 5 – Beyond The Frame

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New Delhi [India], May 14: An unforgettable evening where 3D fashion stepped out of 2D paintings, proving that imagination and creativity truly know no limits. From breathtaking collections to powerful runway moments, every frame of the show reflected passion, innovation, and artistic excellence. This fashion showcase was truly no less than this year’s Met Gala, where students brought the theme Beyond The Frame to life through extraordinary garments, unique concepts, and stunning craftsmanship. Under the visionary leadership of our Founder Mrs. Neeru Jain and Director Mr. Ayush Jain, Défilé de Mode Season 5 became a grand celebration of talent, style,…

13 May

Duttashrey Aashram Sets Record with 24-Hour Uninterrupted Datta Bavani Recitation and 1.25 Lakh Paan-Clove Offerings During Hanuman Yagna

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Bharuch (Gujarat) [India], May 12: Duttashrey Aashram, a centre dedicated to spiritual practice and the preservation of Vedic traditions, has set a record through a grand religious gathering featuring a 24-hour uninterrupted recitation of Datta Bavani, along with a 51-kund Hanuman Yagna, and 1,25,000 Nagarvel (betel leaf) and clove offerings. The large-scale event has been officially recognised by the Asia Book of Records and the India Book of Records. An application has also been submitted to the Limca Book of Records. Speaking about the achievement, Duttashrey Aashram founders Acharya Bhavin Pandya and Acharya Manan Pandya said that an eternal sacred…

13 May

Oriflame Presents WhosNext2026 Influencer Awards – East & Northeast Edition Celebrates Regional Voices in Kolkata

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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 12: The cultural capital of India witnessed an unforgettable evening of creativity, influence, and regional storytelling as Whosthat360, in association with Oriflame India, hosted the Oriflame Presents WhosNext2026 Influencer Awards – East & Northeast Edition in Kolkata. The prestigious evening brought together some of the most impactful digital creators, artists, entrepreneurs, fashion icons, and entertainers from across East and Northeast India, celebrating talent that is redefining India’s creator economy through authenticity, culture, and community-driven storytelling. Edyta Kurek, SVP and Head of India and Indonesia, Oriflame, said, “The Northeast Yatra has been one of the most…