Mumbai / New Delhi, Aug 21: Bandhan Konnagar hosted the first-ever SETU – India’s National Leadership Summit on Collaborative Social Development today, with the theme ‘From Policy to Practice: Building Partnerships for Scalable Social Impact’, to discuss the theme with policy makers, government officials, corporate CSR and ESG practitioners, philanthropists, academicians and experts from the development sector. The Summit aimed to establish a national forum for discussion and action on the opportunities and challenges of integrating development goals across government, business, civil society, communities and other…
Federal Bank Conducts 95th Annual General Meeting
Kochi: The Ninety Fifth Annual General Meeting of the shareholders of Federal Bank was conducted over video conferencing or Other Audio Visual Means on 21st August 2026. The meeting was presided over by Bank’s Chairman Elias George and joined by MD & CEO K V S Manian, other Directors, Shareholders, Senior Executives, representatives of Statutory and Secretarial Auditors of the Bank. In the meeting, all the resolutions were approved by the shareholders including Adoption…
Young innovators driving India’s space sector, says Government
New Delhi, August 21: Young entrepreneurs and innovators emerging as the new force in India’s space sector were praised for their courage, persistence and willingness to venture into a challenging and rapidly evolving domain. It was wonderful to meet the Yuva Urja of India’s space sector…young entrepreneurs and innovators who have shown remarkable courage by entering a new and demanding domain. They have taken risks,…
Startups urged to harness space technology for agriculture, environment and everyday applications
Aug. 21: Startups and innovators have been urged to explore the vast potential of space technology to address challenges in agriculture, livestock management, dairy, environmental protection and other sectors that directly impact everyday life. Addressing the startup and innovation community, it was emphasised that space technology should not remain limited to exploration and advanced research, but should increasingly be applied to solve real-world problems and…
On National Senior Citizens Day, Athulya Senior Care Champions Dignity, Purpose and Active Ageing
Aug 21: On National Senior Citizens Day, observed annually on 21st August, Athulya Senior Care, India’s largest assisted living provider, brought together residents, families and care teams across its centres for a series of activities focused on companionship, wellbeing and celebrating the contributions of senior citizens. The celebrations reflected Athulya’s commitment to creating a senior-care environment that goes beyond clinical needs to foster dignity, independence,…
India, ADB Sign $230 Million Loan to Modernise Chennai Water and Sanitation Infrastructure
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday signed a $230 million loan agreement to modernise and expand Chennai’s water supply and sanitation infrastructure. The financing will support the Chennai Climate-Resilient Water Security and Sewerage Project, aimed at improving access to reliable water and sanitation services while strengthening the city’s ability to cope with climate-related challenges. The loan agreement was finalised…
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurates Model Room at Paradip Port Authority
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated a new Model Room at the Administrative Office Building of the Paradip Port Authority (PPA), marking an important step towards strengthening planning and visualisation of the port’s infrastructure and development initiatives. The Model Room is designed to provide a comprehensive visual representation of Paradip Port’s existing facilities as well as its ongoing and proposed…
India’s Housing Market Holds Firm as Home Prices Rise 6 pc in Q1 FY27
New Delhi, Aug 21: India’s housing market continued to show resilience in the first quarter of FY27, with home prices rising 6 per cent year-on-year, according to a report by Kotak. The increase was supported by stronger pricing across several major property markets. The report also found that the overall value of housing sales grew 9 per cent during the quarter, even though the number of…
Sambalpuri Handloom Bags Turn Odisha’s Textile Heritage into Everyday Fashion
Sambalpuri handloom is finding a new life beyond sarees and traditional clothing as artisans turn the distinctive fabric into practical bags for modern lifestyles. From office totes and handbags to picnic carriers, sling bags and corporate gift bags, these products are helping bring Odisha’s textile heritage into everyday use while opening new avenues for artisan livelihoods. The beauty of a Sambalpuri bag begins with the…
Qatar Airways’ 150 Starlink-Equipped Widebody Aircraft Now Include World’s First Starlink-Equipped Boeing 787-9
DOHA, Qatar, Aug 21: Qatar Airways, the operator of the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, has become the first airline to operate Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9 aircraft, globally. The carrier has also completed Starlink rollout across its Boeing 787-8 sub-fleet in seven months, bringing the total number of its Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft to 150. Qatar Airways remains on track to complete the Starlink rollout…