In response to accelerating climate change and increasing human impacts on California’s landscapes, Cal Poly Humboldt and the U.S. Geological Survey California Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit are leading a major expansion of a statewide biodiversity monitoring effort. The initiative, supported with $2.5 million in funding from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), will bring together 17 California State University (CSU) campuses…
Kia Expands Automatic Accessibility with MY26 Sonet; Introduces Diesel 6AT and Turbo Petrol 7DCT
Mumbai, Mar 13th: Delivering greater choice and enhanced value to customers, Kia India has introduced the Model Year 2026 (MY26) edition of the Kia Sonet, expanding the SUV’s automatic line-up with new variants across Diesel Automatic powertrains and Turbo Petrol 7DCT. The MY26 Sonet makes both technologies more accessible, further strengthening its appeal in one of India’s fast-growing and highly competitive compact SUV categories. As…
Chevron Appoints Emmanuelle Garinet to Lead Exploration Across Sub-Saharan Africa and the Americas
Johannesburg, South Africa, Mar 13: Energy supermajor Chevron has appointed Emmanuelle Garinet as Director of Exploration for the Americas and Sub-Saharan Africa, placing one of the upstream industry’s most experienced geophysicists at the helm of its discovery strategy across two of the world’s most critical hydrocarbon regions. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) welcomes the appointment, noting that Garinet’s extensive experience in African exploration signals renewed…
From Iconic Landmarks to Signature Addresses: How Chembur’s Legacy Locations Are Shaping Premium Living
Over the decades, Chembur has been home to several iconic landmarks that once defined the suburb’s cultural, recreational and industrial identity. Today, many of these locations are gradually transforming into some of Mumbai’s most sought-after residential addresses, giving rise to a new chapter of premium housing in the micro-market. Chembur’s evolution mirrors the larger urban transformation seen across Mumbai where historic and industrial landmarks are being…
SOTC Travel extends Gujarat footprint with South Bopal outlet in Ahmedabad
Mumbai, Mar 13: SOTC Travel, a leading omnichannel Travel and Tourism Company has inaugurated its new outlet in South Bopal, Ahmedabad, expanding its network to 16 strategically located outlets across Gujarat. Ahmedabad continues to rank among Gujarat’s key source markets, driven by strong demand for premium, experiential and international travel. Recognizing this growing opportunity, SOTC has strengthened its presence in the city with its South…
Academic Pressure, Isolation and Family Expectations Weigh on Kolkata Women: Mpower Data Highlights Mental Health Trends in East India
Kolkata, Mar 13th: Academic pressure, emotional isolation and family expectations are emerging as key mental health stressors among women and girls in Kolkata, according to new insights from Mpower an initiative of Aditya Birla Education Trust’s counselling and outreach programmes. The findings are based on interactions with 17,208 female beneficiaries in Kolkata, reached through Mpower’s counselling centres, helplines and community outreach initiatives across the city.…
UAlbany, Rutgers Researchers Develop Early-Warning Model to Predict Toxic Social Media Storms
By Bethany Bump ALBANY, N.Y. Mar 13th: Researchers at the University at Albany and Rutgers University have developed an early-warning framework that can predict harmful social media interactions before they erupt, paving the way for interventions that can minimize harm and make platforms safer for users. Using publicly available datasets from Reddit and Instagram, two social media platforms with distinct conversation dynamics, researchers trained models…
Indian Equity Markets Remain Range-Bound Despite Strong Corporate Earnings: Report
New Delhi, March 13: Indian equity markets continue to trade within a narrow range despite strong corporate earnings growth, as global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions keep investor sentiment cautious, according to a recent report by Bajaj Finserv Asset Management. The report highlighted that companies in the Nifty 500 index posted a 16 per cent year-on-year increase in profits in the third quarter of FY26, marking…
Nestlé India Expands NESPRESSO’s Footprint with New Boutique at Ambience Mall, Gurugram
Bengaluru, Mar 13: Nestlé continues to strengthen NESPRESSO’S presence in India with the launch of a new boutique at Ambience Mall, Gurugram. Marking a significant milestone in the brand’s India expansion journey, the immersion store builds on the successful debut of NESPRESSO’S store at Saket’s Select City Walk, which opened in 2025. With this, the brand aims to bring India’s coffee connoisseurs closer to Nespresso’s…
Calling June introduces Athiya Shetty as the Face of its Islaa Campaign
With Label Calling June presenting their spring summer 2026 collection Islaa, a collection inspired by the slow, sun-kissed charm of southern Spain the brand and to bring the spirit of the collection the brand introduces actor Athiya Shetty as the face of the Islaa Campaign as she perfectly embodies the collection’s effortless elegance and quiet femininity. Athiya is seen bringing the spirit of Islaa to life in Aster Co-ord, Celia Maxi dress and Alex Co-ord set from the collection. The looks feature breezy silhouettes, delicate floral prints and intricate embroidery, crafted in…