61% of asset managers say the technology will make their jobs safer BOISE, Idaho, NEW YORK, CHICAGO, LONDON and HONG KONG, Aug 19 – Senior executives at asset management firms are overwhelmingly positive about the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) for enhancing their job security, new research from Clearwater Analytics shows. While there is concern more widely that the technology may be responsible for reducing work…
Ekatra Reaches INR 100 Crore Valuation Within 100 Days of Launch, Raises INR 10 Crore in Strategic Investment
Mumbai, Aug 19: Ekatra Retail Ventures Pvt. Ltd., a design, technology and content company, has raised ₹10 crore in strategic investment at a valuation of ₹100 crore, within 100 days of launch. The round saw participation from strategic investors, and follows ₹10 crore of founder capital deployed over two years of pre-launch development. The capital will support brand building, retail expansion and product innovation across India and international markets. Founded by Pavitra Gandhi, Ekatra has also announced Ekta Kapoor and Sussanne Khan as Co-Founders of Ekatra Jewels, with Sussanne…
Even Hospital Secures NABH 6th Edition Accreditation Within First Year, Validating Its Outcome-Driven Care Model
Bengaluru, Aug 19: Even Hospital, Race course Road has secured accreditation under the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers 6th Edition standards within its first year of operation, an achievement that reflects not just compliance with quality standards, but a hospital built for the future of healthcare. With this accreditation, Even Hospital, race course road became the 9th hospital in Bangalore to be accredited under…
Imarticus Learning launches Centre of Excellence for Indian Capital Markets
Mumbai, Aug19: Imarticus Learning announced the launch of its Centre of Excellence for Indian Capital Markets, a dedicated certification and capability-building practice built to close a widening gap between India’s investor base and the certified professionals serving it. The CoE brings NISM and NCFM certification training, applied capital markets programs and continuing professional education under a single practice, delivered through a fully managed national network…
India, Iceland Eye Stronger Fisheries and Green Shipping Partnership
Pic Credit: Pexel Aug 19: India and Iceland are looking to deepen cooperation in fisheries, green shipping and maritime skills as both countries seek to expand their partnership in the blue economy. India’s Ambassador to Iceland, R. Ravindra, held discussions with Iceland’s Infrastructure Minister Eyjolfur Armannsson on Tuesday and briefed him on the upcoming Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue. The meeting also covered opportunities for…
Blu Technology Named No. 476 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, the Most Prestigious Ranking of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
Company Recognized for 719% Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses [Kalamazoo, Michigan] Aug 19 – Blu Technology announced it has been ranked No. 476 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing…
Shyam Steel and Macaw Paints extend post-flood relief support to affected communities in Assam
Sivasagar, Aug 19: In response to the disruption caused by recent floods in Upper Assam, Shyam Steel and Macaw Paints have come together to support affected communities in Sivasagar and Charaideo districts through a post-disaster relief initiative. The programme focused on addressing some of the immediate household, hygiene and essential daily-use needs of families as communities began the process of recovery. The effort behind Together…
Westland Books announces The Curse of the Kurus, First Book in the Epic Mahabharata – The Itihasa Series by bestselling author Christopher C. Doyle
Westland Books announces The Curse of the Kurus, First Book in the Epic Mahabharata – The Itihasa Series by bestselling author Christopher C. Doyle A five-millennium old saga of love, sacrifice, defiance and burning revenge Aug 19: Westland Books brings a timeless epic to life with The Curse of the Kurus, the first book in bestselling author Christopher C. Doyle’s much-anticipated Mahabharata – The…
Piyush Goyal Heads to Singapore for Key India-Singapore Trade and Investment Talks
New Delhi, August 19: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has left for Singapore for a three-day visit from August 19 to 21, where he will participate in the fourth India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) and the fourth India-Singapore Business Roundtable (ISBR). The visit is aimed at deepening India-Singapore economic ties, with a strong focus on trade, investment, technology, manufacturing, digitalisation, skills development and the…
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Reviews Heavy Rainfall Situation and Train Operations Across Eastern India, Directs Officials to Ensure Passenger Safety
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed the rainfall situation and the status of train operations in the eastern region of the country.He directed the General Manager of South Eastern Railway to closely monitor railway tracks affected by waterlogging and ensure that train services continue smoothly and safely. He also emphasized deploying additional resources along railway routes in areas such as Rupsa–Baripada–Bangriposi and Rourkela–Bondamunda, with…