Asia’s Protein Buyers Still Trail Global Best Practice — But Momentum is Building, New ARE Benchmark Finds

SINGAPORE, Feb 20 - Asia’s largest food retailers, manufacturers, restaurant chains, and hospitality groups remain behind international better practice on sustainable and responsible protein sourcing, but progress is accelerating across the region, according to The Asian Protein Buyers 100: An Assessment of Responsible and Sustainable Sourcing released today by Asia Research & Engagement (ARE).  The APB100 is a benchmark based on investor-backed priorities – assessing how 100 of…

Circle Awards shine spotlight on business partners driving long-term growth

Ras Al Khaimah, Feb 20: Circle Awards 2026 placed long-term partnership at the centre of recognition, honouring the individuals and organisations whose sustained contribution continues to shape the business community at Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). As a flagship annual celebration, the Circle is rooted in the principles of consistency, credibility, and shared standards, standing as a symbol of enduring collaboration and meaningful growth…

Tourism Western Australia unveils second iteration of Walking On A Dream

Feb 20: Tourism Western Australia unveiled the second iteration of ‘Walking On A Dream’, its immersive global tourism brand that celebrates the state’s spellbinding landscapes, vibrant culture and creative talent.  The campaign captures WA as a place where vast deserts glow beneath endless skies, coral reefs shimmer in turquoise seas, and ancient landscapes tell stories that stretch back millennia.  Filmed across iconic locations, including Ningaloo…

Royal Orchid & Regenta Hotels Strengthens Executive Leadership with Strategic Vice President Appointments

Feb 20: Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL), one of India’s leading hospitality groups, has announced two strategic leadership appointments as part of its continued focus on operational excellence, infrastructure strength, and people-led growth. The company has appointed Mr. Jayesh Wadher as Vice President – Human Resources. With over 23 years of extensive experience in human resource leadership across reputed hospitality brands including Accor, Radisson, and…

CISI awards three new Honorary Fellowships

The board of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is delighted to announce that three Honorary Fellowships have been awarded to:   Paul Stockton Debbie Clarke CF Chartered FCSI Danny Corrigan MCSI   Honorary Fellowships are awarded annually by the CISI’s Board of Trustees to individuals who have made an outstanding positive contribution, both to the financial services profession and to the CISI.…

Funding ​Annapurna Finance Raises USD 100 Million through Syndicated Multi-Currency Social Loan Facility

Bhubaneswar, Feb 20 : Annapurna Finance Private Limited has secured a USD 100 million through syndicated multi-currency term loan facility, along with a USD 50 million greenshoe option. The facility, denominated in USD and JPY, marks a significant step in enhancing Annapurna Finance’s access to new currencies and international lenders, the facility structured as a social loan underscores the organisation’s continued commitment to inclusive and…

FTCCI to host Summit on GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Feb 20th: The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) is organising a high-level Summit on the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) on 21st February 2026 at Hyatt Place, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The summit, titled “GSTAT: Navigating the New Era of GST Litigation,” is being conducted in the backdrop of the formation and operationalisation of the GST Appellate Tribunal, a key appellate body constituted to hear and decide disputes…

Regional Community Radio Sammelan (North) Highlights Growth, Innovation and Sustainability of Community Radio Sector

  Chandigarh, Feb 20: The two-day Regional Community Radio Sammelan (North) was inaugurated in Chandigarh. Organised by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi, the theme of the Sammelan is “Celebrating 20 Years of Community Radio in India.” More than 75 Community Radio Stations from the Northeastern region are participating in…

Eden Realty Group Launches ‘Eden Devprayag’; Announces Rs. 5,000 Crore Investment Roadmap to Transform Kolkata’s Riverfront

Business Wire India Eden Realty Group today unveiled Eden Devprayag, its first premium river-crafted luxury living development in Kolkata, alongside announcing a Rs. 5,000 crore multi-sector investment plan in riverside developments spanning residential, retail and commercial projects across the city.   Mr. Arya Sumant, Managing Director, Eden Realty Group, reaffirmed the Group’s commitment to long-term growth in Eastern India. “We have planned an investment of…

The Secret Behind Winning the T20 World Cup – Royal Stag Reveals the #RS Code in partnership with Rohit Sharma and Paddy Upton

Business Wire India At a time when cricket fever is at its peak, Seagram’s Royal Stag Packaged Drinking Water has unveiled the Royal Stag Code of Large (#RS Code), a first-of-its-kind, data-backed initiative with brand ambassador and former team India captain Rohit Sharma and Mental Conditioning coach Paddy Upton that goes beyond celebrating success to decoding it. Rohit Sharma, the only Indian to win two…