New Delhi, June 23: Indus Towers, one of the world’s largest telecom infrastructure companies, in partnership with Northern Railways, has installed 500 sanitary napkin vending machines under its CSR program, Nari Samman. Deployed across 175 railway stations in the Delhi, Firozpur, Ambala, Moradabad and Lucknow divisions, the machines are equipped with IoT-enabled monitoring and have dispensed approximately 3 crore sanitary napkins to date. The initiative…
Ericsson and partners launch national 5G, 6G and AI test center in Sweden
As the focus of Sweden’s political, business and academic leaders turns to the annual Almedalen discussion forum on Gotland today, Ericsson, Telia and other partners are demonstrating their commitment to the country’s future digital competitiveness by announcing a new national connectivity and next-generation test center. Called Digital Arena Sweden, the new national test center is an investment of more than SEK 300 million. It aims to strengthen Swedish industry by providing early access to advanced digital solutions in 5G, 6G,…
Goodwill Welcomes Soccer Visitors as the Go-To Destination for Last-Minute Essentials, Sustainable Finds, and One-of-a-Kind Seattle Souvenirs
SEATTLE, WA- June 23: As soccer fans explore Seattle between matches, Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is spotlighting a surprising discovery just steps from Seattle Stadium: the world’s largest Goodwill. Located in the vibrant International District (1400 S Lane St), Evergreen Goodwill’s 70,000-square-foot flagship store offers far more than traditional retail: it’s a dynamic, ever-changing destination where visitors can pick up travel essentials, discover local…
India Leads Global Ship Recycling Market in 2025
New Delhi, June 23: India has emerged as the world’s leading ship recycling nation in 2025, capturing a 35.4% market share, according to the Ministry. The achievement highlights India’s growing dominance in the global ship recycling industry, supported by its expanding infrastructure, competitive capabilities, and adherence to international standards. The country’s recycling hubs, particularly along the western coast, have played a key role in handling…
India’s Economic Growth Remains Robust in June Despite Slight Moderation, PMI at 57.4
New Delhi, June 23: India’s economic activity continued to expand at a healthy pace in June, even as growth showed a marginal slowdown compared to previous months, according to the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data, which stood at 57.4. The reading, well above the neutral mark of 50, indicates sustained expansion across key sectors, reflecting resilience in both manufacturing and services. The data points…
Agriculture, Technology Emerge as Pillars of India’s Growth Story
June 23: India’s future economic growth will be significantly driven by the combined strength of agriculture and technology, according to industry leaders and policymakers speaking at the Summer Davos forum. Experts highlighted that India’s large agricultural base, coupled with rapid advancements in digital technologies, artificial intelligence, innovation, and infrastructure, is creating new opportunities for sustainable and inclusive growth. They noted that technology is increasingly transforming…
Sensex, Nifty Open Muted as Easing West Asia Tensions Support Market Sentiment
Mumbai, June 23: Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened on a subdued note on Tuesday as investors adopted a cautious approach despite signs of easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The easing of tensions in the region has helped improve global market sentiment and reduced concerns over potential disruptions to crude oil supplies. This development provided some support to investor confidence, although market…
Wood Mackenzie cuts Brent forecast to Dollar 78/bbl for 2027 as US-Iran MoU targets staged Strait of Hormuz reopening
LONDON/HOUSTON/SINGAPORE, June 23: The oil price bubble has burst. Wood Mackenzie forecasts Brent averaging $78 a barrel in 2027 and potentially easing to $70/bbl by Q4 2027, following a US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding that has shifted market sentiment away from a prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure. The pressure to reach an agreement was acute. On 15 June, President Donald Trump acknowledged that US reserves would run out “in about four…
BPL Medical Hosts Symbiosis 2026, Bringing Strategic Partners Under One Roof
India, June 23: BPL Medical Technologies, India’s leading medical equipment brand with a rich 50-year legacy under the BPL Group, hosted Symbiosis 2026 at its 2-acre manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, established in 2024, bringing together key strategic partners and suppliers. The annual platform was designed to strengthen industry engagement, encourage dialogue and foster closer alignment across the healthcare manufacturing value chain. The event brought together stakeholders from manufacturing, sourcing, engineering, quality and supply chain functions to discuss industry trends, operational priorities and…
Alila Diwa Goa Appoints Takshila Chheda as Area Director – Digital Marketing
June 23: Alila Diwa Goa has appointed Takshila Chheda as Area Director – Digital Marketing. Prior to this, Takshila used to lead digital marketing for North, East and West India at Hyatt Hotels. In this new role at Hyatt Hotels, Takshila’s scope will include leading digital marketing for the Goa & Pune markets, in addition to West and Central India. Takshila will be responsible for…