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by Priyanka Jadhav  Mumbai, January 2026 — VIVIDHLAXI AUDYOGIK SAMSHODHAN VIKAS KENDRA (VASVIK) hosted its 51st Annual Industrial Research Awards on January 31, 2026, at B. J. Hall, Vile Parle (West), Mumbai. BK Radhika Didi, Brahma Kumari, and Lord Dr Frank Mentrup, Mayor of Karlsruhe, Germany, honoured the event as Chief Guests. Industrial research plays an important role in technological advancement and driving innovation across sectors. Over the years, researchers, engineers, and scientists have worked hard to overcome complex challenges by coming up with intricate solutions through research and innovation that contribute to the overall growth of the economy. The Annual Industrial Research Awards aim to reward these outstanding efforts by recognising excellence in scientific research, celebrating industrial innovation, and honouring those who meaningfully impact society. VASVIK is a non-profit organisation that was established in 1973 in India. It has been at the forefront of p...

by Priyanka Jadhav  With a carbon-neutral gathering led by National Award-winning filmmaker Amoghavarsha, White Lotus brought together cultural icons, entrepreneurs, and city-builders to reimagine Bengaluru’s future and reaffirm the soul of its northern frontier. Bengaluru, 29th January 2026: In a one-of-a-kind initiative engaging with the city’s spirit and future, White Lotus Group hosted “Partners in Purpose”,  a cross-industry townhall conceived as part of the group’s larger commitment to engage with Bengaluru beyond the boundaries of real estate. The platform brought together thought leaders from across domains to reflect on the past, present, and future of the city. Conceived as a tribute to Bengaluru’s soul, diversity, and cultural consciousness, Partners in Purpose positioned White Lotus not merely as a developer of homes, but as a custodian of the city’s evolving narrative. Set against the backdrop of Bengaluru’s growth story, the dialogue explored how infrastructure, ...

by Priyanka Jadhav  With India poised to become the engine of global growth for the upcoming decades, this agreement will ensure that our economic prosperity is shared with the European continent: Dr. Vijay Kalantri, Chairman, World Trade Center Mumbai and President, All India Association of Industries (AlAl) Mumbai, January 27, 2026:  World Trade Center Mumbai warmly welcomes the landmark conclusion of the long-awaited India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) announced at the 16th India–EU Summit. The agreement, hailed by leaders on both sides as the “mother of all deals”, marks the conclusion of nearly two decades of negotiations and establishes one of the world’s largest trade partnerships, connecting markets of nearly two billion people and representing close to one-quarter of global GDP and one-third of the global trade.  In his reaction to the announcement, Dr. Vijay Kalantri, Chairman, World Trade Center Mumbai and President, All India Association of Industr...

by Priyanka Jadhav    The Bureau of Indian Standards introduces a clear terminology framework to protect consumers and bring transparency to every diamond purchase across India  Mumbai, 20th January 2026 - The Indian gem and jewellery industry has long faced challenges due to the use of multiple, inconsistent, and often confusing terms to describe diamonds and their alternatives—particularly across digital and e-commerce platforms. In the absence of a single, formal standard, consumers have often been left uncertain about what they are buying. The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) welcomes the adoption of IS 19469:2025 by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), a modified adoption of ISO 18323:2015 – Jewellery: Consumer Confidence in the Diamond Industry. The new standard establishes a clear and enforceable framework for diamond terminology, drawing a firm distinction between natural diamonds and laboratory-grown diamonds. This move strengthens consumer protection and supports ...

Garment Mantra Lifestyle Ltd. (BSE: 538216), a leading player engaged in the manufacturing and selling of Knitted Fabrics as well as Knitted Garments, has announced that it has appointed five authorized distributors across key regions of the State of Tamil Nadu as part of its strategic initiative to strengthen its domestic distribution and retail reach. Tamil Nadu is one of the most significant apparel consumption markets in India, supported by a strong urban and semi-urban customer base, well-developed retail infrastructure, and consistent demand for organized apparel brands. Keeping this in view, the Company has adopted a structured cluster-based distributor appointment model to ensure deeper market penetration, faster availability of products, improved supply chain efficiency, and enhanced service levels for retailers and channel partners. Under the first phase of this expansion, the Company has finalized distributor appointments in five major operational clusters, namely Chennai, T...

by Priyanka Jadhav  Mumbai, January 24, 2026: UpTik, a Hyderabad-based financial technology platform under the Growwcap ecosystem, announced key platform and fund structure developments at the International Conference on Investments & Global Affairs, held at the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on Saturday. The conference brought together senior industry leaders, market participants, legal experts, and policymakers to deliberate on global investment trends, alternative assets, and cross-border capital frameworks, while providing a forum for UpTik to outline its institutional platform approach. Platform and Fund Structure Announcements During the conference, UpTik disclosed its acquisition of Bhadhani Finance Company Limited, a 27-year-old NBFC, with a stated focus on regulatory compliance, governance discipline, and institutional lending practices. The company also detailed the structure and positioning of its Category II Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), including its investment f...