Kolkata, Aug 23: The Association of Corporate Advisers & Executives (ACAE) successfully hosted its flagship Annual Conference 2026 at Taj Bengal, Kolkata, bringing together more than 500 policymakers, industry leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, investors and corporate executives from across the country. Held on the theme “Re-Imagining Bengal: Industry, Innovation & Infinite Possibilities,” the conference explored Bengal’s emerging opportunities across industry, investment, entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable economic…
Kalinga – The Flavours That Built a Kingdom Comes to Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel
Sheraton Hyderabad Hotel brings the rich culinary heritage of Odisha to the city with “Kalinga – The Flavours That Built a Kingdom,” a specially curated food experience celebrating the flavours, traditions and royal legacy of ancient Kalinga. Curated by Chef Arjun Sahoo, the showcase takes diners on a journey through Odisha’s diverse culinary landscape, reviving time-honoured recipes and traditional cooking techniques that have been passed down through…
India, Mauritius Deepen Energy Partnership with Long-Term Fuel Supply Agreement
New Delhi, August 22, 2026: India and Mauritius have taken steps to strengthen bilateral energy cooperation following an official visit by Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Shri Hardeep Singh Puri to Mauritius from August 20 to 21. The visit resulted in agreements aimed at ensuring reliable petroleum supplies to Mauritius while expanding cooperation in oil, gas and biofuels. During the visit, Shri Puri…
NBA Releases Rs.2.82 Crore to States, UTs and ICAR Institute Under Biodiversity Benefit-Sharing Mechanism
New Delhi, August 22, 2026: The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released ₹2.82 crore under India’s Access and Benefit-Sharing (ABS) framework, directing funds towards biodiversity conservation, sustainable resource use and community-oriented activities. The latest disbursement includes ₹2.80 crore for 27 State Biodiversity Boards (SBBs) and three Union Territory Biodiversity Councils (UTBCs), along with ₹2.01 lakh for the ICAR-Indian Institute of Horticultural Research (ICAR-IIHR), Karnataka. The…
Indian Bank organises MEGA Retail, Agri & MSME Credit Campaign in Chennai
National, August 22, 2026: Indian Bank’s Field General Manager’s Office (FGMO), Chennai, led by Smt. Padmavathy Srikant, FGM, successfully organised a Mega Retail, Agri & MSME Credit Campaign on August 21, 2026, in the gracious presence of Shri Binod Kumar, MD and CEO, along with Shri Sujay Mallik, CGM – Retail & MSME. As part of the campaign, Shri Binod Kumar presented sanction letters…
Aludecor Launches Weather-Responsive Intelligent Louvers with Global Remote Access
Mumbai, 22 August 2026: As buildings increasingly rely on large, glazed façades, managing heat gain, glare and indoor comfort has become an important consideration in modern building design. Addressing this need, Aludecor, one of India’s leading aluminium composite panel and façade product manufacturers, has unveiled Alubreeze Intelligent Louvers, India’s first indigenously developed intelligent louver system designed to be controlled from anywhere in the world and even to make building façades responsive to changing…
Taj Agra Invites Guests to Embrace the Monsoon with a Special Staycation Experience
Agra, 21 August 2026: Taj Agra invites guests to make the most of the monsoon season with a specially curated staycation experience that brings together relaxed stays, dining and wellness benefits. Designed for guests seeking a leisurely getaway in Agra, the Monsoon Staycation offers attractive savings across accommodation, food and beverages, and spa and salon services. The offer includes 25% savings on breakfast-inclusive stays, with daily breakfast at the designated dining venue. Guests can also enjoy 25% savings on food and beverages and 25% savings on spa…
New Report: California’s Path to Affordable Energy Bills Starts in Homes and Driveways
Modernizing California’s demand flexibility programs will stabilize the grid and lower electricity costs, according to new policy roadmap from GridLab, Kevala, and E3 August 21, 2026 – Berkeley, California – As California faces rising electricity costs, rapid electrification, and growing pressure on its electric grid, a new report from grid experts at GridLab, Kevala, and E3, provides a roadmap for unlocking the potential of millions of customer-owned…
India’s FDI Reform Gains Momentum as 29 Investments Worth ₹4,895 Crore Reported
New Delhi: India’s revised foreign direct investment (FDI) framework is beginning to facilitate faster investment flows, with 29 FDI investments involving proposed investments of ₹4,895.65 crore reported under the new regime up to August 20, 2026. The investments cover a diverse range of sectors, including Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Information & Communication, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, data centres and transport services, reflecting continued overseas interest in India’s…
PVR INOX to Open 25,000-Sq.-Ft. Multiscreen Multiplex at Bhumika Realty’s The Icon in Faridabad
Delhi NCR, Aug 21: Bhumika Realty, the real estate arm of Bhumika Group, today announced a partnership with PVR INOX Limited for a 25,000 sq. ft. multiscreen multiplex at The Icon, its mixed-use development on Delhi-Mathura Road in Sector 27A, Faridabad. The agreement marks the second association between the two companies, following PVR INOX’s presence at Urban Square, Udaipur. The repeat partnership comes as Bhumika Realty…