Best known for his iconic Sexy Robot series and the original design of Sony’s “aibo,”Sorayama enters a new chapter of global creative activity TOKYO, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Establishment of Sorayama Hajime Estate Co., Ltd. Hajime Sorayama has officially ended his management agreement with Nanzuka Gallery and has established Sorayama Hajime Estate Co., Ltd. Effective immediately, Sorayama Hajime Estate Co., Ltd. will serve as…
8-Foot Python Enters Boudh Home, Swallows Chicken Before Being Rescued
Boudh, Aug. 21 (UDN): Panic gripped a family in Adenigarh village under Harbhanga block of Boudh district after an eight-foot-long python entered their house and swallowed a chicken from a coop. The incident reportedly occurred at night when the snake entered the premises in search of food. After consuming the chicken, the python was unable to leave and remained inside the house, alarming the family…
Sprite and IRCTC Flag Off India’s First Branded Train as the Sprite Tejas Express
The Sprite Tejas Express will operate on the Lucknow–New Delhi–Lucknow route, bringing Sprite’s signature refreshment and experiences to Indian travellers. NEW DELHI, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rail travel has long been an integral part of India’s mobility and social fabric, connecting cities, communities, and millions of passengers across the country. In a first-of-its-kind partnership, Sprite and the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC)…
Fashion After Dark: Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna at Galeries Lafayette Mumbai
On 20th August, 2026, Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna return to Mumbai with an intimate presentation introducing Noir Botanica, their new capsule for the upcoming season. More than a conventional runway, the evening is conceived as a world after dark – part fashion presentation, part theatre, part late-night salon. Music, movement, guests and clothing come together to create a night of fashion, music…
Odisha Government Forms High-Level Panel to Probe Satkosia Village Relocation Process
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 21 (UDN): The Odisha government has constituted a five-member high-level committee to examine allegations of irregularities in the village relocation process within the Satkosia Tiger Reserve in Angul district, excluding Raiguda village. The committee has been formed in compliance with a directive issued by the Odisha Human Rights Commission (OHRC) on February 9. The panel will undertake a comprehensive review of the relocation…
Swift Rescue Operation Saves 70-Year-Old Man Trapped in Floodwaters in Tihidi
Bhadrak, Aug. 21 (UDN): A coordinated rescue operation by the district administration, ODRAF and NDRF teams successfully evacuated a 70-year-old man from flood-affected Nuabandh village under Tihidi block in Odisha’s Bhadrak district. Pic Credit: x.com/SRC_Odisha The man, identified as Babaji Das, was surrounded by floodwaters and unable to move to a safer location. Acting swiftly on the situation, the administration deployed trained rescue personnel to…
Celebrating India’s Entrepreneurial Spirit and the Next Wave of Innovation: Ms. Suranjana Ghosh
By:- Suranjana Ghosh, Head – Marico Innovation Foundation “Entrepreneurship is, at its heart, an act of pure and continued courage—and today, that courage is driving a monumental shift in India’s growth story. Entrepreneurship has rapidly become the central engine of our economy and a preferred career of choice for many of our brightest minds. Across every corner of the country, a new generation of ambitious…
Tribute paid to Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati on birth centenary
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 21 (UDN): On the occasion of the birth centenary of Pujya Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati, heartfelt tributes were offered at his sacred feet, remembering his lifelong dedication to dharma, culture and public service. Pic Credit: x.com/MohanMOdisha Paying homage to the revered spiritual leader, it was said that Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati’s life of selfless service and unwavering commitment to society continues to serve as a…
STARTRADER Launches XAUUSD247, Extending Gold CFD Access Across the Full Week
The new instrument provides XAUUSD247 quotes during weekends and overnight hours, subject to scheduled maintenance windows. PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — STARTRADER today announced the launch of XAUUSD247, a gold CFD that provides quotes across the full week, including weekends and overnight hours when the traditional gold market is closed. The instrument goes live on MetaTrader 5 on 21 August 2026, with Web and…
Colgate-Palmolive elevates Prabha Narasimhan to EVP – Marketing, Asia-Pacific and announces Manish Anandani as new MD & CEO for India
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Colgate-Palmolive India Limited today announced a key leadership transition. Prabha Narasimhan, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, has been elevated to the role of Executive Vice President – Marketing, Asia-Pacific Division, Colgate-Palmolive, effective close of business hours on 27 September, 2026. To lead the company into its next growth phase, the Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Manish Anandani as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer,…