Author: Shruti Joshi
New Delhi [India], October 16: Thursday morning, the world woke up to Donald Trump making headlines before most of us had our coffee. The US President claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally assured him India would stop buying oil from Russia. Cue instant global speculation. India, predictably, denied it. In less than 24 hours, the narrative spun from a Trump boast to a diplomatic shrug, with Russia quietly reminding everyone that its oil is good for India. Here’s what actually happened. Trump Drops the Russian Oil Bomb At a White House press conference on Wednesday, Trump claimed PM Modi…
From Left to Right: Liyakat Ali Khan, Rehman Naushad, Uttam Singh, Gurmeet Singh and Fardeen Khan. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 17: On Monday, 13th October 2025, Naushad Academy of Hindustani Sangeet proudly presented a celestial instrumental extravaganza in Mumbai, an evening that transcended time, drawing audiences into the divine world of classical resonance and emotional depth. The night belonged to the legendary Ustad Liyakat Ali Khan on the Sarangi, whose fingers and bow sang with centuries of tradition, joined by his gifted grandson Fardeen Khan on the Tabla, whose rhythmic artistry gave life to every beat. Together, they created a confluence of generations a dialogue between tradition and…
Rampur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 16: In a significant initiative aimed at spreading awareness about women’s rights and legal literacy, Ummah Global Care Trust organised a Legal Awareness and Women Empowerment Program at Impact College, Rampur (U.P.). The event was held under the able leadership of Chairman Tavish Hasan, Secretary Owais Hasan, and Treasurer Alamgir, who have been consistently working towards building a socially responsible and aware community. The program attracted a large audience of over 300 participants, including women, young girls, and youth from diverse backgrounds. The key focus of the session was to educate attendees about laws related to women’s protection, the dowry system, and fundamental…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 16: Emerald Finance Limited (BSE: EMERALD), is a dynamic company offering a spectrum of financial products and services including its flagship Earned Wage Access (EWA)in India, announced its Unaudited Financial Results for Q2 FY26 & H1 FY26. Q2 FY26 Key Standalone Financial Highlights • Total Income of ₹ 4.89 Cr, YoY growth of 66.21% • EBITDA of ₹ 4.37 Cr, YoY growth of 78.53% • Net Profit of ₹ 2.98 Cr, YoY growth of 106.98% • EPS of ₹ 0.86, YoY growth of 95.90% Q2 FY26 Key Consolidated Financial Highlight • Total Income of ₹ 6.91 Cr, YoY growth of 37.85% • EBITDA of ₹ 5.42 Cr, YoY growth of 54.80% • Net Profit of ₹ 3.60 Cr, YoY growth of 75.47% • EPS…
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 17: Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited (NSE: SSEGL), Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited, one of Chennai’s leading EPC players specialising in integrated infrastructure solutions, has announced the receipt of a new order valued at ₹35.61 Cr (including GST). Order Details ❖ Client: M/S. Reliance Consumer Products Limited, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited, engaged in the production of CAMPA COLA beverages. ❖ Scope of Work: Execution of additional PEB works at Brahmanapalli Village, Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh, India. ❖ Contract Value: ₹35.61 Cr (including GST) ❖ Execution Timeline: Completion targeted for March 2026. This marks the second order from the same client, following a previous contract worth ₹338.36 Cr (including…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 17: Utssav CZ Gold Jewels Limited (“Utssav” or “the Company”) (NSE – UTSSAV), a leading manufacturer of 18K, 20K, and 22K lightweight and CZ gold jewellery, reported strong revenue growth of over 65% year-on-year in the first half of FY26. driven by robust domestic demand and consistent export performance. The Company’s continued focus on innovative, design-led collections including festive launches for Dussehra, Dhanteras, and Diwali helped strengthen customer engagement and brand positioning. Utssav also expanded its product offering by foraying into natural and lab- grown diamond jewellery in 18K and select 14K purity. Domestically, Utssav expanded its presence to 17 states, with deeper penetration in South and West India, and new market…
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], October 17: IPS Academy, School of Architecture, Indore, successfully concluded its International Collaborative Program – Singapore, organized in association with the National University of Singapore (NUS) from October 5 to 11, 2025. The program proved to be a highly enriching educational and cultural exchange experience. This initiative was conceptualized by Architect Achal Chaudhary, President of IPS Academy, who believes that emerging architects must gain global exposure and broaden their skills, knowledge, and perspective to evolve as competent global citizens. Dr. (Prof.) Manita Saxena, Principal, School of Architecture, represented the institution at the international level and ensured the alignment of strategic…
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], October 17: IPS Academy, Indore, has once again brought laurels to the city as its team “IPS Sprinters” emerged as the overall champion at the prestigious aBAJA (Autonomous) 2025 competition, held at the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC), Chennai, from October 6 to 12, 2025. Demonstrating exceptional innovation, precision, and technical expertise, the team secured first place in five major categories — Overall Winner Award, Endurance Award, Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) Award, Virtual Dynamic Event Award, and Engineering Design Award. These remarkable achievements stand as a testament to the team’s outstanding skills, perseverance, and ability to…
Nomoex launches Nomoex Labs with a $20M fund to support global blockchain and AI startups Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 16: Nomoex, one of the fastest-growing names in the global Web3 landscape, has announced the launch of Nomoex Labs, an accelerator and venture capital arm focused on empowering blockchain and AI startups across the world. The company has unveiled plans for a $20 million innovation fund, which will be raised and invested over the next 2–3 years to accelerate the adoption of decentralized technologies and digital ownership. The initiative marks a major milestone in Nomoex’s transition from a crypto exchange into a full-fledged Web3 ecosystem.…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 16: There are cinematic universes that expand. Then there’s Tron — a digital realm that seems to crash every time it tries to reboot. Tron: Ares, Disney’s $200 million cyberpunk gamble and Jared Leto’s long-gestating passion project, finally powered up screens this October — and, unfortunately, short-circuited on impact. The long-awaited sequel to Tron: Legacy (2010) was supposed to be Disney’s dazzling return to the Grid — a place where philosophy meets phosphor, where code becomes consciousness. Instead, it feels like a visual dissertation in search of a pulse. And yet, amidst the pixelated chaos, there’s…