Delhi, Mar 12: HOMEFOIL, the premium consumer brand of LSKB Aluminium Foils Pvt. Ltd., has announced its strategic expansion into the paper-based packaging segment with the launch of its Grease proof Paper. Unveiled at AAHAR 2026, the International Food & Hospitality Fair, the move marks HOMEFOIL’s category diversification beyond its established aluminium foil portfolio. The newly launched greaseproof paper offers oil resistance of up to…
Affordable Travel Options for Eid Al-Fitr: inDrive.City to City Practical Solutions for Egyptian Families
With fuel prices rising in recent days, many travelers are searching for more affordable transportation options—especially with the upcoming Eid Al-Fitr holiday, when families across Egypt travel between cities to celebrate with loved ones or enjoy a short getaway. Amid current economic challenges, finding cost-effective travel solutions has become increasingly important. Smart mobility applications are emerging as a convenient alternative, helping travelers save both time…
Wood Mackenzie: Middle East conflict drives European power price volatility as gas disruption removes 1.5 Mt LNG weekly from global markets
LONDON/HOUSTON/SINGAPORE, March 12, 2026 – Gas supply disruption from the Middle East conflict will drive sustained volatility in European power markets, with TTF prices above €50/MWh passing through to electricity prices across major markets, according to Wood Mackenzie analysis published today. While European power is less dependent on gas, the disruption removes approximately 1.5 Mt per week (2.2 bcm) from global LNG markets—equivalent to 19% of…
Climate change slows Earth’s spin: Day lengthening unprecedented in 3.6 million years
Climate change is lengthening our days because rising sea levels slow Earth’s rotation. Researchers from the University of Vienna and ETH Zurich now show that the current increase in day length — 1.33 milliseconds per century— is unprecedented in the past 3.6 million years. The team reconstructed ancient day-length fluctuations using the fossil remains of single-celled marine organisms known as benthic foraminifera. The study has…
Research in Next-Gen Sodium Ion Batteries Wins Top Honour at KPIT Shodh Awards 2026
Mumbai, Mar 12: KPIT Technologies, a global partner to the automotive and mobility ecosystem focused on building a cleaner, smarter and safer world, announced the winners of the 7th edition of the KPIT Shodh Awards, recognising doctoral research contributing to some of the most significant technology domains shaping industry today. The 2026 edition placed particular emphasis on doctoral research aligned with Energy & Climate, Advanced…
ISPI 2026 Begins in New Delhi; Ajay Bhadoo Urges Industry to Adopt Sustainable Packaging
New Delhi, March 12, 2026 The Indian Institute of Packaging (IIP) on Thursday began the 6th International Summit for Packaging Industry (ISPI 2026) in New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, academicians, researchers and innovators from India and abroad to discuss emerging trends and innovations in the packaging sector. The summit was inaugurated by Shri Ajay Bhadoo, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government…
Dollar Supported as Middle East Tensions Spur Inflationary Risks
Today’s markets analysis on behalf of Abdelaziz Albogdady Market Research & Fintech Strategy Manager at FXEM ‘ The dollar remained firm on Thursday, while Treasury yields edged higher. Escalating tensions in the Middle East and supply disruptions continue to propel energy prices upward, raising fears of inflationary pressures and keeping yields supported. Markets could continue to reassess the odds of a Federal Reserve monetary policy easing, gradually reducing the number of interest rate cuts expected. Geopolitical tensions could also continue to…
Sikka.fun Launches on Shardeum, Bringing Fair-Access Coin Creation to India
India, Mar 12th: Sikka.fun, a mobile-first coin launch and discovery platform built on Shardeum, is now live. Designed to lower barriers to on-chain participation, Sikka.fun allows anyone to create, discover, and engage with coins using transparent, rule-based mechanics at no additional cost. Sikka.fun can be viewed as India’s answer to the global coin launch trend popularised by platforms like Pump.fun, but purpose-built for Indian users and communities. While global platforms demonstrated how simplified interfaces…
InvestoXpert Advisors to Host 3rd ‘Maha Property Day’ in Noida on March 14–15
InvestoXpert Advisors to Host 3rd Edition of ‘Maha Property Day’ in Noida on March 14–15, 2026, Bringing Exclusive Homebuying Opportunities Noida, Mar 12: InvestoXpert Advisors has announced the 3rd Edition of ‘Maha Property Day’, a two-day property showcase scheduled to take place on March 14 and 15, 2026, at Radisson Blu MBD Hotel. The event is positioned as a focused marketplace for homebuyers and investors to…
Modis Navnirman Gets Occupation Certificate for Rashmi Celestia, Borivali West
Mumbai, Mar 12: Modis Navnirman Limited, a rapidly growing redevelopment focused real estate developer in Mumbai, today announced that it has received the Occupation Certificate (OC) for its premium mixed use development “Rashmi Celestia”, located in Borivali West, marking the successful completion of the project and enabling residents and occupants to begin possession. Strategically located in one of Mumbai’s most well connected suburban micro markets,…