Intellect Accelerates Global Enterprise AI Adoption, Onboards 14 Value Discovery Partners for Purple Fabric Ecosystem Intellect Design Arena Ltd, a global leader in enterprise-grade financial technology, today announced the onboarding of 14 Value Discovery Partners across India, Africa, Europe, the UK, APAC, and Canada, to accelerate AI-First value discovery and enterprise adoption of Purple Fabric, its enterprise-grade Business Impact AI platform. As financial institutions worldwide face the challenge of moving Generative…
Microfinance Sector Calls for Robust KYC, Stable Funding to Boost Financial Inclusion
By: Dr Alok Misra, CEO & Director, Microfinance Industry Network “The microfinance sector touching lives of nearly 30 crore low income people needs policy support in the form of robust KYC framework for accurate borrower verification and responsible credit reporting. In light of SC judgement restricting Aadhar use, the issue needs to be addressed through solutions such as Aadhaar last-four-digit storage or tokenisation. The other…
USD 30B Investment Partnership Announced by RMZ and Maharashtra at WEF
RMZ Announces Strategic Investment Partnership with the Government of Maharashtra at WEF Davos 2026 to Facilitate Investments up to USD 30 Billion Davos, Switzerland / Mumbai, Jan 23: RMZ, Asia’s leading integrated alternative-assets platform owned by the Menda family, today announced a strategic investment partnership with the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) and City & Industrial Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited (CIDCO) at the World Economic Forum…
Hexagon India unveils ATS800 Metrology Solution to India Market at IMTEX Forming 2026
Bengaluru, Jan 23: Hexagon, the global leader in measurement technologies, today announced the India market launch of its next-generation metrology solution, the ATS800, at IMTEX Forming 2026, one of India’s premier manufacturing and machine tool exhibitions. While the ATS800 has been introduced in global markets earlier, this marks its official debut in the Indian manufacturing sector. The launch ceremony was attended by Mr. Pramod Kaushik,…
Cadbury Bournville Elevates India’s Dark Chocolate Experience with Two New Orange Variants
Mondelez India, the makers of some of India’s most loved snacking brands, today announced the expansion of its Cadbury Bournville portfolio with the launch of two new variants: Bournville 50% Dark Chocolate with Orange and Bournville 70% Dark Chocolate with Orange. This strategic portfolio expansion reflects India’s growing taste for premium dark chocolate, offering consumers an indulgent experience that balances cocoa intensity with the zestful…
Qure.ai Secures Major Global Health Grant to Develop AI-Powered Point-of-Care Ultrasound Solutions
Global digital health innovator Qure.ai today announced that it has received a multimillion-dollar grant from the Gates Foundation to advance health equity by improving access to timely, high-quality diagnostics for some of the world’s most preventable infectious diseases. The grant will enable Qure.ai to develop a large, open-source, multi-modal global health database aimed at accelerating innovation in disease prevention and early detection. The initiative will…
Bain Capital-backed Novopor Advanced Science acquires FAR Chemical; Expands US footprint
Novopor Advanced Science expands US footprint with acquisition of FAR Chemical; Strengthens global specialty chemicals platform Hyderabad & Palm Bay, Jan 23: Novopor Advanced Science Private Limited, a Bain Capital portfolio company and global performance chemicals and material science CDMO, today announced its acquisition of FAR Chemical, a US-based leader in custom and complex specialty chemical manufacturing focused on Electronics, Aerospace & Defense, Coatings & Adhesives and other…
Samsung India Teases AI-Powered Cooling Evolution with Bespoke AI WindFree Air Conditioners
Bengaluru, India, Jan 23: Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, today unveiled an early preview of its upcoming cooling innovations, marking a meaningful evolution in how comfort, intelligence and energy efficiency will define modern homes With the message “The future of AI AC is coming,” the brand is setting expectations for an AC advancement that moves beyond conventional home cooling. The teaser spotlights the Bespoke AI WindFree™ Air…
Axis Mutual Fund Introduces Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund
Chandigarh, Jan 23: Axis Mutual Fund, one of India’s leading asset management companies, launches its new fund offering Axis BSE India Sector Leaders Index Fund an open-ended Index Fund that invests in the constituents of BSE India Sector Leaders Index. The NFO will open for subscription on January 23, 2026 and close on 06 February, 2026. The fund will be managed by Karthik Kumar (Fund Manager). The minimum investment amount is…
Saatvik Green Energy Subsidiary Wins INR 10.15 Cr Solar Module Order
Saatvik Green Energy’s Subsidiary Secures ₹10.15 Crore Solar Module Order, Strengthening Position in India’s Solar Manufacturing Market Chandigarh, Jan 23: Saatvik Green Energy Limited today announced that its material subsidiary, Saatvik Solar Industries Private Limited, has received and accepted orders aggregating ₹10.15 crore from a reputed power EPC player for the supply of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules. The orders are scheduled to be executed by…
Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF) 2026 begins at Jyoti Chitraban, day 2 to showcase 6 films
Guwahati, Jan 23: The second edition of the Guwahati Asian Film Festival (GAFF) opened on January 22 at Jyoti Chitraban, celebrating the richness of Asian and Indian cinema with 26 curated films to be screened over four days. The inaugural ceremony was held on January 22 (Thursday) in the presence of eminent filmmakers, guests, and delegates. The event is being organised by Trending Now Media…
Students Showcase Talent at First PM SHRI Festival in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Jan, 23: The school-level first PM SHRI Festival was successfully celebrated at the PM SHRI Government High School, Pondikot, under Papadahandi Block of Nabarangpur district. The programme was held under the chairmanship of the In-Charge Headmaster, Pindu Nayak. Dabugam MLA Manohar Randhari attended the event as the chief guest. Among other dignitaries present were District Council President Motiram Nayak, Block Chairperson Hemalata Majhi, Block…
First PM SHRI School-Level Festival Celebrated at Pandikot
Papadahandi, Jan, 23: The first PM SHRI school-level festival was celebrated at Pandikot. The programme was held under the chairmanship of In-charge Headmaster Pindu Nayak. Dabugaon MLA Manohar Randhari attended the programme as the chief guest, while Zilla Parishad Chairman Motiram Nayak, Block Chairperson Hemalata Majhi, Block Vice-Chairperson Sushant Kumar Behera, MP’s representative Somanath Pujari, Zilla Parishad Member Dr. Lipika Majhi, Zilla Parishad Member Yashwant…
Abhitsa Selected for Odisha Tennis Ball Cricket Team
Nabarangpur, Jan, 23: Abhitsa Singh, a physical education teacher at Madeigaon High School in Kosagumuda block of Nabarangpur district, has been selected to play for the Odisha Tennis Ball Cricket team. In this regard, the Secretary of the Odisha Tennis Ball Cricket Association informed the District Education Officer through a letter dated the 15th, seeking permission for teacher Abhitsa Singh to participate in the matches…
MP Reviews Implementation of Government Schemes in Nandapur
Nandapur, Jan, 23: Koraput Member of Parliament Saptagiri Ulaka conducted a review meeting on Saturday at the conference hall of the Nandapur Block Office to assess the implementation of various Central and State government schemes. The meeting was attended by Pattangi MLA Ramchandra Kadam, BDO Durgaprasad Dora, Additional Tahsildar Madhab Pangi, Block Cooperative Executive Engineer, sarpanches and samiti members from 23 panchayats, officials of all…
No NOC Required for Appearing in Exams or Applying for Jobs
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 23: From now on, an NOC will not be required to apply for examinations or jobs. The state government has issued permanent permission for government employees. This historic decision has been taken by the General Administration and Public Grievance Department. Government employees will now be able to pursue career advancement more easily.
Effective Implementation of Drinking Water Projects Top Priority: Chief Secretary
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 23: Effective Implementation of Drinking Water Projects Is the Top Priority: CS A secretary-level meeting chaired by the Chief Secretary has concluded. The Chief Secretary shared information after the meeting. “Discussions were held on giving priority to drinking water projects.” “Deliberations were also held on what new initiatives will be taken in the upcoming budget.”
Training Camp Held on Seed, Soil and Ginger Quality Improvement
Nandapur, Jan, 23: A training camp was organised on Saturday at Burudiput village under Gurji Panchayat of Nandapur Block by the All India Spices Development Project, Pattangi, Koraput district. Although ginger is extensively cultivated and produced in the district, farmers often make mistakes in seed preservation and treatment. In their quest for higher yields, many farmers use chemical fertilisers in ginger cultivation, which leads to…
Cold Wave Conditions Likely to Ease
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 23: There is some relief in store for people across the state who have been shivering under severe cold conditions. According to the Regional Meteorological Centre, the cold will start easing from tomorrow as night temperatures are expected to rise by around 2 to 4 degrees Celsius, reducing the intensity of the cold wave. Today, the lowest temperature in the state was recorded…
Rakesh Agarwal Appointed as Director General of NIA
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 23: Rakesh Agarwal has been appointed as the new Director General (DG) of the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Rakesh Agarwal is a 1994-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Himachal Pradesh cadre.
Citizens Participate in Road Safety Awareness Campaign in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur:Jan, 23: On the occasion of National Road Safety Month, a road safety awareness rally was organised in the district today. The rally began in front of the Nabarangpur Collector’s Office and proceeded up to the Mission Shakti Conference Hall. The programme was organised by the Regional Transport Office (RTO). District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain and Superintendent of Police Madkar Sandeep Sampad were present and…