Mumbai, 31 January 2025: SILA, a leading player in facility management and real estate services, has teamed up with Schbang to launch a ground-breaking campaign that challenges societal perceptions of housekeepers. This initiative encourages audiences to reflect on their behaviours and biases, driving home the importance of treating housekeeping staff with the dignity and respect they deserve. Despite the societal acknowledgment of housekeepers’ contributions, genuine…
RBI’s Circular on Cooperative Banks: Unlocking Digital Payment Opportunities, by Deepak Chand Thakur, CEO, NPST
by Deepak Chand Thakur, Chairman and CEO, NPST “India currently has over 450 million UPI users, yet person-to-merchant transaction processing remains concentrated among a few large banks. The recent RBI circular allowing cooperative banks to offer acquiring services marks a significant turning point in this landscape. Historically, these banks have served rural and semi-urban populations, but the new regulations open the door to their active…
Sony SAB Unveils ‘Veer Hanuman’: A Devotional Epic on Lord Hanuman’s Legendary Journey
Mumbai January 31, 2025: Sony SAB is all set to captivate audiences once again with its latest mythological offering, Veer Hanuman. The show delves into the extraordinary journey of Lord Hanuman, and his endearing journey from innocence to discovering his epic greatness. Get ready to witness a story of strength, faith, and heroism like never before! The show will feature a stellar cast, with the…
Air India and Kenya Airways Launch Codeshare Partnership
Chandigarh, 31 January 2025: Air India, India’s leading global carrier, and Kenya Airways, a leading African carrier, have entered a codeshare partnership, reaffirming their commitment to boosting seamless travel between India and Africa, and beyond. The codeshare partnership complements the existing interline agreement between the two carriers. The codeshare and interline partnerships together allow passengers of both airlines to enjoy convenient access to a wider…
Princess Gauravi Kumari of Jaipur Honours Indian Craftsmanship at the ARTISAN AWARDS 2025
31 January 2025, National: The much-anticipated Artisan Awards 2025 concluded on a grand note, with Princess Gauravi Kumari gracing the occasion as the esteemed chief guest. Known for her patronage of art and culture, Princess Gauravi Kumari presented the awards to the winners, lauding their ingenuity and dedication to preserving Indian craftsmanship and design. The 8th edition of The Artisan Awards was hosted by the…
Indulge in Pure Bliss this World Hot Chocolate Day at Fabelle Chocolate Boutique, ITC Grand Chola
Chennai, January 2025: ITC Grand Chola’s Fabelle Chocolate Boutique invites chocolate connoisseurs to celebrate World Hot Chocolate Day with an unparalleled experience of indulgence and craftsmanship. Nestled in the heart of Chennai, Fabelle is renowned for its luxurious handcrafted chocolates, and this special day offers the perfect opportunity to savour the art of chocolate in its most comforting form. Step into the enchanting world of…
Celebrating Rural Innovation and Heritage at Mann Deshi Mahotsav 2025
January 31, 2025 – Mann Deshi Foundation is excited to announce the much-anticipated Mann Deshi Mahotsav 2025, a vibrant celebration of rural entrepreneurship, traditional crafts, and indigenous culture. This grand event, set to take place at Nare Park, Parel, Mumbai from February 5th to 9th, 2025. The program will be inaugurated by Maharashtra’s Minister for Information Technology and Culture, Ashishji Shelar, with Maharashtra’s Minister for Rural…
Celebrate International Zebra Day: Raising Awareness for Zebra Conservation
Kotpad 31st January 2025 International Zebra Day is observed annually on January 31 to raise awareness about the conservation of zebras. The day aims to highlight the threats zebras face in the wild, including habitat loss and poaching. Zebras are iconic African animals, known for their distinctive black and white stripes. There are three species of zebras: the Plains zebra, the Grevy’s zebra, and the Mountain…
Celebrate National Inspire Your Heart With Art Day: A Day to Embrace Creativity
Kotpad 31st January 2025 National Inspire Your Heart With Art Day is annually on January 31. The day encourages people to explore and appreciate the emotional power of art. It recognizes how at—whether painting, music, dance, or literature—can move and inspire us. People celebrate by visiting museums, creating their own art, or supporting local artists. It’s a great opportunity to discover new artistic expressions and reflect on…
Fire Breaks Out at Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Authorities Act Swiftly
Kotpad 31st January 2025 A fire broke out on Thursday at the tent city set up in Sector 22, Chhatnag Jhaunsi. The cause of the fire is not yet known. Before people could understand what was happening, the fire took a dangerous form. More than 12 tents in the tent city were completely burnt to ashes. Fortunately, there are no reports of casualties. Fire brigade vehicles…
Indian Hockey Squad for FIH Pro League Includes Three Odia Players
Kotpad 31st January 2025 The Indian hockey team has been announced for the upcoming FIH Pro League, which will be held in Odisha. The 32-member Indian men’s squad includes three players from Odisha. The prestigious hockey tournament will begin on February 15 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar. Today, Hockey India released the names of the 32 players selected for the Indian team, among whom Shilanand…
Elephant Causes Chaos in Handifuta Village, Badalu; Locals Left in Fear
Kotpad 31st January 2025 An elephant has caused havoc in Handifuta village of Badalu, Dhenkanal. In the late hours of last night, the elephant entered the village, demolished the house of Pramod Nayak, and trampled it underfoot. Tragically, a seven-year-old girl sleeping in her mother’s lap inside the house lost her life. However, the child’s mother and grandmother narrowly escaped the rampaging elephant. They reportedly fled…
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Government Issues Detailed Guidelines for Pilgrims and Devotees
Guidelines for Maha Kumbh Major Administrative Steps After the Crowd Surge at Maha Kumbh VIP Passes Canceled Equal Rules for Everyone Mela Declared as a No-Vehicle Zone No Vehicles Allowed Inside the Mela One-Way Traffic System Implemented Vehicles Will Be Stopped at the District Border Entry of Four-Wheelers into the City Prohibited Until February 4
Kumbh Mela Travel Setback: OSRTC Cancels Bus Service for Pilgrims
Kotpad 31st January 2025 Independent Bus Service from Odisha to Ayodhya Suspended Due to Overcrowding at Mahakumbh Considering the excessive crowd at Mahakumbh and yesterday’s unfortunate incident, the independent bus service from Odisha to Ayodhya has been temporarily suspended until February 4, as per the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC). The organization announced this decision through its official ‘X’ handle. Passengers who had booked tickets in…
President Trump Assigns Elon Musk to Rescue Stranded Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore from Space
Kotpad 31st January 2025 The new President of the United States, Donald Trump, has assigned the responsibility of bringing back Sunita Williams and her colleague Butch Wilmore, who are stranded in space, to SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. Both astronauts have been stuck in space since last June. Regarding this, Trump wrote on social media, “I have asked Musk to bring our brave astronauts back. The Biden…
Odisha Government Unveils Guidelines for ‘Vikashit Gaon, Vikashit Odisha’ Initiative
Kotpad 31st January 2025 The government has issued guidelines for “Vikashit Gaon, Vikashit Odisha”. The guidelines have been released by the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department. Under this scheme, rural development projects will be implemented, and at the block level, annual development plans will be formulated to ensure progress.
Tragic Loss at Maha Kumbh Mela: On-Duty Police Officer Passes Away in Prayagraj
Kotpad 31st January 2025 Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh): Another tragic news has come from the Maha Kumbh Mela. Yesterday (Wednesday), an on-duty police officer passed away. His body has been sent for post-mortem by the Jhunsi Police. The death of the sub-inspector has caused a wave of grief among his family as well as the police department. “Police officer dies while on duty at Kumbh Mela” Sub-Inspector…
Empowering SMEs: Shreyas Webmedia Solutions Joins Key Session on Funding and IPO Listings
Bhubaneswar, India – January 30, 2025 – Shreyas Webmedia Solutions Pvt. Ltd. took part in an insightful interactive session on SME Funding and IPO Listing today, organized by the World Trade Center Bhubaneswar in collaboration with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Affinity Global Services Pvt. Ltd. The event was held at the IDCO Conference Hall, 5th Floor, New Annex Building, IDCO Towers, Janpath, Bhubaneswar.…
UK-India Research Partnership Meet Takes Off with a Focus on Women’s Health
Hyderabad, 30 Jan 2025: The first India-UK Research Partnership Meet, hosted by the Fernandez Hospital Education & Research Foundation (FHERF) in collaboration with the University of Liverpool, marked a significant step forward in strengthening research and education ties between the two nations. Bringing together policymakers, leading researchers, clinicians, and global organisations, the event centered on advancing women’s health through collaboration and shared expertise. The discussions held…
India Gate Basmati Rice Launches New Packaging to Help Consumers Make the Right Choice
Hyderabad January 30, 2025: KRBL Limited, a global leader in the food industry and parent to the World’s No.1 India Gate Basmati Rice, proudly announces the launch of its new packaging. Designed with a consumer-first approach, the revamped packaging aims to educate and empower consumers, enabling them to make informed choices based on their unique preferences and requirements. The journey to this milestone began with…
The 5th Edition of Glam Onn Calendar 2025 Launched with “Gliteratti – She’s a Timeless Tale”
30 January 2025, Mumbai The city witnessed an evening of glitz, glamour, and timeless allure as the much-awaited 5th edition of the Glam Onn Calendar 2025: Gliteratti on 29th January, 2025– She’s a Timeless Tale was unveiled at the chic Leviitate Bar, Hotel Sea Princess, Mumbai. Conceptualized by Parimal Mehhta, founder of Blanckanvas Media, the event celebrated beauty, artistry, and elegance, encapsulated perfectly in this…