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by Priya Jadhav  Mumbai: ITC Grand Central Parel, South Mumbai will host RISE 100x, an exclusive growth and networking event by 39 Solutions, on 15 December 2025. The platform will bring together 100 top-performing mentees, MSME entrepreneurs, and startup founders for a full day of learning and interaction with industry leaders. Led by business coach Basesh Gala, the event is designed to accelerate entrepreneurial growth through strategic coaching, fireside conversations, and expert-led sessions. The lineup includes interactive fire chat, coaching sessions, and manifestation workshops with leading experts: Amiett Kumar, Holistic LOA & Manifestation Coach with 5 million+ social media followers; Abhishek Kar, Financial Influencer & Entrepreneur with over 7 million subscribers; and Divas Gupta, a communications and public speaking coach with more than 2 million followers. Industry leaders sharing insights include Basesh Gala himself, Ashok Shah, Chairman of V-Trans (India) Ltd...

by Priya Jadhav The debut edition saw over 350 attendees come together to reimagine life after 50 MUMBAI, 15th December 2025: Ananta Quest hosted its inaugural one-day life strategy convention on 13th December 2025 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, bringing together 350+ participants and leading experts from wellness, wealth management, emotional health, performance coaching, purposeful living and digital safety. Curated exclusively for India’s 50–65-year-old audience, the event was designed to help attendees reflect, realign and plan the next phase of their lives with clarity. The convention featured a series of experiential sessions, expert interactions and guided frameworks that enabled participants to explore deeper questions around purpose, health, financial readiness, relationships and long-term wellbeing. The day-long gathering included insights from prominent voices such as Ashish Vidyarthi, Shayamal Vallabhjee, Dr. Bhavin Jankharia, Akancha Srivastava, Dr. Aditya Nair, Deepa Soman, Dr...

by Priya Jadhav  Where a Neighborhood Run Becomes a City-Wide Movement for Good Driving towards a ₹3 crore goal to uplift more lives across Mumbai 12 December 2025 | Mumbai: The Rotary Club of Mumbai Lakers today hosted the official press conference for Brookfield Properties Powai Run 2026, unveiling what promises to be the most dynamic and socially impactful edition of the iconic community marathon yet. Born in 2012 as a neighbourhood initiative, Powai Run has evolved into one of Mumbai’s largest, most spirited, and most purpose-driven fundraising runs- bringing together runners, residents, CXOs, corporates, and change-makers who believe fitness can fuel transformation. Impact Snapshot: A Year of Accelerated Community Transformation Instead of looking at the impact in fragments, Rotary Lakers revealed the consolidated impact their service projects created between July 2024 and December 2025- a testament to how Powai Run fuels real change on ground. Total Impact (July 2024-December...

  Combination leverages Automotech’s world-class engineering and machining capabilities with Rama Steel Tubes Limited’s manufacturing scale Rama Steel Tubes Limited (NSE: RAMASTEEL; BSE: 539309), one of India’s leading manufacturers of steel pipes and tubes, today announced its plan to acquire Automech Group, a UAE-based multi-award-winning provider of high-precision manufacturing services, machines, and components for a total consideration of AED 296 million (Approx Rs. 728 Crores). This strategic transaction marks a defining milestone in RSTL’s journey to diversify into high-value engineering services and strengthen its presence across the GCC and MENA regions. Post-acquisition, RSTL expects consolidated total revenue to rise by over ~113% (FY27E post-acquisition expected figures vs FY25 reported consolidated figure) from Rs. 1,065 crores in FY25 to approximately over Rs. 2,200 crores by FY27E, with EBITDA margins improving from ~4% to ~10%. Consolidated EBITDA is expected to nea...

by Priya Jadhav  Gen Z Set to Propel India’s Food & Processing Appliance Market Beyond USD 50 Billion according to FICCI Annapoorna Interfood 2025 FMI report Mumbai, 11th December, 2025: “FICCI’s Annapoorna Interfood event is a window into the potential of India’s food processing industry to transform agriculture, livelihoods, and consumer experience,” said Avinash Joshi, IAS, Secretary, MoFPI, today in Mumbai.  Avinash Joshi was speaking at the 17th edition of the Annapoorna Interfood Exhibition, organized by FICCI in collaboration with the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). “With rising agricultural productivity, growing domestic demand, and evolving consumption patterns, we must scale up processing, value-addition, and food-safety standards, otherwise farmers will forego the prosperity they deserve, and consumers will miss out on choice, quality, and fairness. Through policy support, subsidies, and credible regulation, we aim to ensure this sector flourishe...

  [L to R - Deepu Chacko, VP - Solution Engineering, Salesforce India_ Richard Jackson, Chief Transformation Officer, TASC Group_  Mankiran Chowhan, Managing Director - Sales & D TASC Deploys Salesforce Agentforce to Transform the Future of Staffing Built on Agentforce, the lead sourcing and engagement agents work alongside sales teams 24/7 to transform productivity by Priya Jadhav  Mumbai, Salesforce, the world’s #1 AI CRM, today announced a strategic collaboration with TASC Outsourcing, a multinational recruitment, staffing, and HR solutions firm with a presence in India and the Middle East. With Salesforce, TASC is unifying sales and marketing operations on Salesforce and deploying autonomous AI agents to transform fragmented processes to drive revenue growth while building meaningful customer relationships.  With over 8,000 associates and more than 500 customers across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and the broader MENA region, TASC has leveraged Agentforce Sales t...

by Priya Jadhav  A surprise proposal with people cheering, proving that concerts in India have become the new stage for once-in-a-lifetime moments Bangalore, December 9, 2025- In an evening filled with melody and nostalgia, it was a heartfelt proposal that became the highlight of Lucky Ali’s concert. The crowd witnessed a moment that turned a musical night into a lifelong memory for two people in love. Tarun and Smita, arrived at the concert excited to hear their favourite artist perform the songs that shaped so many of their shared moments. They ended up experiencing something they would remember forever. As Lucky Ali began one of his most iconic tracks, Tarun went down on one knee, holding out a ring Smita had dreamed of for years. It was simple, meaningful and symbolic of a love meant to last a lifetime. In that moment, fans became part of their story. The crowd erupted in applause, cheering the couple into their next chapter. Concerts and sports arenas across India are becomin...

Mr. Jude Gomes, MD&CEO of Ageas Federal Life Insurance and Brand Ambassador Mr. Sachin Tendulkar at Ageas Federal Life Insurance New Brand Identity Press Event by Priya Jadhav  • The New logo features two unifying arcs, representing protection and guidance • The Brand promise Har Wada Mumkin - Promises Made Possible reflects the company’s commitment to turn every promise into a possibility Mumbai, 9th December 2025 – Ageas Federal Life Insurance, today, announced the launch of its new brand identity, marking a significant milestone in its transformation journey. Rooted in the 200-year global legacy of the Ageas Group and the century-old trust of Federal Bank, the new identity reflects the company’s ambition to simplify insurance, build deeper emotional connections and make financial protection more accessible across the nation. The new brand was unveiled by Mr. Jude Gomes, Managing Director & CEO of Ageas Federal Life Insurance, in the presence of brand ambassador and crick...

Sri Adhikari Brothers Television Network Limited (Proposed to be renamed as “Aqylon Nexus Limited”) (BSE: 530943, NSE: SABTNL), has announced that it has executed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) with the Government of Telangana for the development of an AI & Hyperscale Green Data Centre Campus capacity of 50 MW in the State of Telangana.  The proposed project involves a planned investment of ₹4,000 Crores, spread across approximately 20 acres of land located at Fab City, Tukkuguda. The MoU has been executed on 9th December 2025. Earlier, In its meeting held on November 24, 2025, the Board had discussed and proposed to establish a 50 MW AI & Green Data Centre Campus in Telangana, envisioned as a strategic sovereign compute platform. This future-ready facility is designed to accelerate India’s national AI ambitions by supporting advanced digital, defence, governance, enterprise, and archival infrastructure needs. The project signals the Company’s intent to evolve into a...

by Priya Jadhav  ParisBelle Luxury Perfume Makes a Splash in Mumbai, December 7, 2025 – ParisBelle, the opulent perfume brand from Dubai, dazzled Mumbai with its grand launch in Mumbai. The evening witnessed a constellation of stars – Vivian D'Sena, Shehnaaz Gill, Ayesha Khan, and many celebs & known faces graces the red carpet, indulging in the brand’s exquisite fragrances, and raving about the scent that’s leaving an indelible mark. Celebrities lauded Paris  Belle for its captivating luxury appeal, with many citing it as their go-to for events and occasions. “Wherever we go – red carpets, shoots, or any occasion– people ask about this perfume. It’s a statement,” echoed across reviews. Crafted with a premium, luxury ethos, Paris Bell’s design and fragrance blend seamlessly to evoke sophistication. Founder, Mr. Rafiq, expressed excitement about the brand’s India debut and hinted at forthcoming collections, poised to further elevate the luxury perfume experience. ParisBelle...

by Priya Jadhav   Navi Mumbai, 8 December 2025: Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai today held a press event to mark the official launch of three advanced life-support ambulances by Billion Hearts Beating Foundation. The initiative aims to enhance emergency medical response in the region and ensure timely access to critical care. These ambulances have already been used for special medical camps across Navi Mumbai and have touched more than 23 thousand lives already. “Our commitment has always been to strengthen the chain of emergency care, both inside and outside the hospital. The addition of these advanced life-support ambulances will significantly improve our ability to reach patients in those crucial first minutes,” said Mr. Arunesh Punetha, CEO – Western Region, Apollo Hospitals. “Partnerships like this reinforce what can be achieved when healthcare institutions and responsible corporates work together for the community’s wellbeing.” Ms. Sudha Jhijaria, Head CSR Operations, Billion He...

by Priya Jadhav  The Raja Ramdeo Anandilal Podar Central Ayurveda Research Institute, Mumbai, a constituent unit of the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, organized the Curtain Raiser Press Conference for the 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine (TM) – 2025, scheduled from 17th to 19th December 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). Addressing the media, Dr. R. Govind Reddy, Assistant Director (Ayu) In-Charge, along with Dr. Kuldeep Choudhary, Research Officer (Ayu) and Dr. Anil Avhad, Research Officer (Ayu), highlighted the vision, objectives, and global significance of the upcoming Summit. The Summit aims to promote evidence-based integration of Traditional Medicine into global health systems and is expected to witness around 5,000 virtual participants from over 100 countries and nearly 700 in-person delegates, including participation from mor...

Kavveri Defence & Wireless Technologies Ltd. (BSE: 590041, NSE: KAVDEFENCE), a leader in advanced RF solutions, serving defense, aerospace, public safety, counter-drone systems, and fixed wireless access, has announced successful design and development of an advanced dual-polarized, high-gain antenna system, engineered entirely in-house, which has now been shipped to a key defence customer supplying next-generation drone platforms to the Indian Armed Forces. The product has been engineered from the ground up in a very compact and ruggedized form factor, ensuring suitability for demanding field environments and platform-mounted mission profiles. The development and execution were completed under a compressed timeline as part of an emergency procurement requirement of strategic importance. Kavveri’s antenna system was chosen over an incumbent North American supplier, marking a significant achievement for the Company and a noteworthy step toward India’s growing technological self-reli...

by Priya Jadhav   Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 2, 2025: The second season of Asian Legends League will begin from January 19, 2026 with two new teams being added in the tournament. The second season will be played till February 1, 2026. World Sports Group (UAE) officially announced the launch of Asian Legends League, Season 2 in Mumbai on Tuesday. The major highlight of the event was the announcement of Impact Player Rule similar to IPL. Speaking at the launch, Director of Cricket Operations, Asian Legends League, Mr. Sandeep Patil said, "It gives me immense pleasure to officially announce the tournament dates and the competition structure for the upcoming Asian Legends League Season 2. This season, we are proud to welcome 7 outstanding teams, including two newly inducted franchises, 1st one is Gulf Gladiators - in this team featuring top players from Gulf and Associate Cricketing nations, second is Pakistan Panthers." Asian Legends League, Director of Technical Com...

Spice Islands Industries Ltd. (BSE: 526827), a multi-vertical enterprise with interests spanning renewable energy, hospitality, and consumer beverages, has announced that its directors expressed their appreciation for the strong growth delivered by the Company during the last quarter, attributing the performance to improved operational efficiencies and wider market penetration. They extended their gratitude to all stakeholders for their continued support and placed on record their thanks for the declaration of an interim dividend from the profits generated during the period, underscoring the Company’s commitment to enhancing shareholder value. In the Foods & Beverages segment, anchored by the legacy Rogers brand (est. 1837), the Company recorded robust growth supported by sustained consumer demand and expanding market presence. The Directors commended the team for its focus on product innovation, strategic brand-building efforts, and customer engagement initiatives. In the Hospital...