Understanding Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: A Life-Threatening Disease That Stiffens the Lungs

By-Author: Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant – Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital Imagine your lungs are like balloons, helping you breathe in oxygen and release carbon dioxide. Now, imagine if these balloons became stiff and couldn’t expand properly. That’s what happens in a condition called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). What is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? IPF is a serious disease that causes scarring…

Glance Launches upGrad’s Intern-Zip Program on Smart Lock Screens Under the Glance for Good Initiative

India, 18 December 2024 – Glance, the world’s leading smart lock screen platform has partnered with upGrad, one of Asia’s largest integrated learning skilling and workforce development companies, to unlock critical upskilling opportunities for millions of young Indians. Through this partnership, upGrad is providing free courses under its Intern-Zip program on Glance Smart Lock Screen. This partnership is part of “Glance for Good” program, that…

Bangalore Welcomes YOYO! Fresh Tea Bar from the Netherlands, A New Destination for Tea Lovers

Bangalore, 18th December 2024: YOYO! Fresh Tea Bar, the internationally renowned and innovative tea pioneer from the Netherlands, has launched its first outlet in India, choosing Bangalore as the perfect gateway to a nation rich in tea tradition. With over 12 years of experience revolutionizing tea culture in Europe, YOYO! Fresh Tea Bar, founded by the visionary Wing Li and brought to India by the…

FIIB’s TEDxFIIB Women Event Highlights the Power and Potential of Midlife

New Delhi, December 18, 2024: Fortune Institute of International Business (FIIB) hosted a transformative edition of TEDxFIIB Women on 14th December 2024, themed Midlife Matters, spotlighting the importance of midlife as a time of growth, self-discovery, and reinvention. The event gathered 10 trailblazing speakers who shared their personal stories, offering insights into the opportunities, challenges, and transformations that come with this pivotal phase of life.…

Federal Bank Strengthens Rooftop Solar Financing for MSMEs with Ecofy Collaboration

New Delhi, 18 December 2024: Federal Bank, one of India’s leading private sector Bank has announced a partnership with Ecofy, India’s first green-only NBFC, backed by Eversource Capital, to offer innovative financing solutions for MSMEs investing in commercial rooftop solar installations. This collaboration marks one of the first comprehensive co-lending partnerships specifically designed to address the unique solar financing needs of the MSME sector. The…

LEAD Group Targets 60,000+ High-Fee Schools and 35 Million Students with New ‘Pinnacle’ Initiative

Mumbai, December 18, 2024: LEAD Group, India’s leading School Edtech pioneer, today announced the launch of Pinnacle — a first-of-its-kind, modern curriculum solution that combines deeply researched curriculum, pedagogy and content — to address the unmet needs of more than 60,000 high-fee schools across India. Pinnacle brings the much needed innovation and academic excellence that India’s high-fee schools are seeking beyond regular curricula. Pinnacle not…

The Moneycontrol India Fintech Conclave 2024 Returns, Promising Insightful Discussions in Its Second Edition

18th December: Moneycontrol is proud to announce the second edition of the India Fintech Conclave, set to take place on 18th December, 2024 in Mumbai. Following the success of its inaugural edition, this year’s conclave, centred around the theme ‘Innovate: Transform: Regulate’, promises to bring together some of the brightest minds and most influential leaders in India’s rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem. As one of India’s…

Leading Minds Tackle ‘Information and Competition in the Digital Economy’ at ISB-NBER 2024 Conference

[December 18, 2024]: The third annual ISB-NBER conference on Economic Policy and the Indian Economy was recently hosted at the Hyderabad campus of the Indian School of Business (ISB). National and international subject experts and thought leaders converged at ISB to discuss and deliberate on the opportune theme ‘Information and Competition in the Digital Economy.’ The conference is a collaborative effort between ISB and the…

OnePlus 13 Series to Debut with Sleek Design and Groundbreaking AI Features

Bangalore India, 18 December: Leading technology brand OnePlus is set to launch its new flagship smartphones, the OnePlus 13 Series, and a new variant of its flagship earbuds, OnePlus Buds Pro 3, on January 7, 2025. Continuing its promise of delivering exceptionally fast and smooth user experiences, the OnePlus 13 Series combine cutting-edge innovation with a refined focus on user-centric technology, setting the stage for…

Kinetic Green Collaborates with Vishwakarma Institutes and University for Research and Skill Training

Bengaluru, 18th December 2024: Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Limited, India’s leading electric two- and three-wheeler manufacturer has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vishwakarma Institutes and University (VI&U) to establish a long-term partnership aimed at advancing concept development, skill-based training, cutting-edge research, and education. This collaboration marks a significant step toward bridging the gap between academia and industry while fostering the development…

Skoda Auto India Set to Raise Prices by Up to 3% in 2025

Mumbai, December 18, 2024 – Škoda Auto India has announced a price hike of up to 3% across its range of vehicles, effective January 1, 2025. The price increase will apply to Škoda Auto India’s entire portfolio, including the Kushaq, Slavia, Superb, and Kodiaq. The recently launched Kylaq will remain unaffected by this adjustment until it reaches the milestone of 33,333 bookings, which are fast-filling,…

Five Emerging Trends to Shape the Future of Hospitality, According to Les Roches

India, 18th December 2024: Global tourism has continued its upward trajectory in 2024, breaking demand records worldwide. International tourism arrivals are expected to exceed 1.5 billion by the end of the year, driven by a strong recovery across all regions. Global tourism revenues are anticipated to surpass $2 trillion, reflecting the sector’s robust performance, according to projections based on data from the United Nations World…

Gaurs International School’s ‘The Warrior’ Sports Day Shines with Unforgettable Moments

Press Release; 18th December 2024: Gaurs International School, Greater Noida West, celebrated its annual sports day, The Warrior, with immense zeal and enthusiasm. The grand event was graced by Chief Guest Mr. Akshdeep Nath, renowned cricketer, along with distinguished dignitaries, including Mr. Manoj Gaur, Chairman & Managing Director of Gaurs Group; Mrs. Manju Gaur, Director of Gaurs Group of Schools; Mr. Sarthak Gaur, Director of…

LyfeIndex Debuts as the World’s First Platform Dedicated to Preserving Family Histories

New Delhi, 18th December 2024 – LyfeIndex launches, the world’s first and only innovative platform that aims to honour the lives of departed loved ones by providing lasting digital space for writing and sharing memorials. Founded by visionary entrepreneur Mr. Manoj Swarup on September 2, 2019, in London, LyfeIndex was born from a personal mission to help individuals and families preserve their legacies and memories.…

Innovative Display Technology Set to Transform Automotive Windshields

Head-up displays, commonly known as HUDs display useful information such as speed and turn-by-turn directions on the lower part of the windshield, where it can be seen without taking the driver’s eyes off the road. Automakers and their suppliers are looking for advanced solutions for next-generation HUDs to increase user experience and safety. German polymer materials manufacturer Covestro, US specialty materials company Eastman and Scottish…

Bollywood’s Vaani Kapoor Joins Hyatt India for the Debut of Its Official Instagram Page

INDIA, December 18, 2024 –Hyatt India today announced the launch of it`s official Instagram handle @hyatt.india.swa in collaboration with Bollywood star Vaani Kapoor. This new platform invites followers to experience the World of Hyatt India, showcasing its distinctive blend of warm hospitality, exceptional service, and authentic, tailored experiences that celebrate the individuality of each guest. Through this collaboration, Hyatt India Instagram page will feature a…

Actor Sonu Sood Lends a Helping Hand to Baby Inara’s Impact Guru Campaign

In a video message on 16th December 2024, Bollywood actor Sonu Sood came out in support of baby Inara, a child suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) from Mumbai. Sonu Sood’s video summary: ● Sonu Sood appeals for support for Baby Inara, a young girl diagnosed with SMA on January 17, 2024, at PD Hinduja Hospital. ● Inara requires a life-saving injection costing INR 16…

LexLegis.ai Launches INTERACT: Revolutionizing Legal Document Organization with AI

Mumbai, December 18, 2024: LexLegis.ai, a leader in legal technology and Large Language Models (LLMs), proudly announces the launch of Interact, a revolutionary feature designed to transform how legal professionals handle, analyze, and optimize document workflows. Building upon LexLegis.ai’s reputation as a powerful legal research tool, Interact marks the platform’s evolution into a comprehensive case management solution, integrating AI-driven capabilities to make legal processes smarter,…

Pasha Patel Calls for a Shift to Bamboo Over Fossil Fuels at FMC’s Global Energy Conference

New Delhi, December 17, 2024: The Foundation for MSME Clusters (FMC) successfully concluded its international conference on “Just Transition to Net Zero – Role of Bamboo in the SAARC Region” at Deventure Sarovar Portico, Kapas Hera, New Delhi. The event marked a significant step toward promoting bamboo as a sustainable development tool across SAARC countries, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, financial institutions, and civil society…

PledgeForChange Campaign: Mobec Aims to Accelerate EV Adoption and Sustainability in 2025

New Delhi, 17th December 2024: Mobec, leading EV charging solutions’ provider, has launched its #PledgeForChange campaign, a transformative initiative aimed at accelerating EV adoption, sustainability, and circular economy practices in 2025. The campaign aligns with the Delhi Government’s recent extension of its Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy until March 2025, a move that reaffirms the city’s commitment to reducing air pollution and promoting clean transportation. Mobec…

IMFA and JSW Green Energy Join Forces in New Strategic Partnership

Bhubaneswar, December 17th, 2024: Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys Ltd (IMFA), the country’s leading fully integrated producer of ferro chrome, announced a joint venture with JSW Green Energy to source renewable energy for its smelting operations. IMFA has signed a binding term sheet with JSW Green Energy One Ltd and JSW Green Energy Seven Ltd, and will invest Rs 83.26 crores in a hybrid project…