iServeU Emerges as Key Driver of Fintech Talent and Employment in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, Dec 9: Asia-Pacific’s leading payments infrastructure company iServeU is reshaping the future of high-value technology careers in Odisha, positioning Bhubaneswar as a fast-rising global fintech hub. At a time when thousands of engineering graduates from the state migrate annually to cities such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune for employment, iServeU has built a contrasting model—developing complete fintech capabilities from Bhubaneswar itself and generating large-scale…

HCLTech Teams Up with Dolphin Semiconductor to Develop Energy-Efficient Chips for IoT and Data Centers

HCLTech partners with Dolphin Semiconductor to develop energy-efficient chips for IoT and data center applications NEW YORK and NOIDA, Dec 09:  HCLTech, a leading global technology company, today announced a strategic partnership with Dolphin Semiconductor, a pioneer in low-power semiconductor IP, to co-develop energy-efficient chips. This collaboration is designed to help enterprises address growing demands for energy efficiency and high performance in increasingly complex and connected…

Leonard Leo Visvaas Embarks on Medical Journey at St. George’s University

When Dr. Leonard Leo Visvaas from Chennai, India, decided to pursue medicine, he became the first in his family to enter the healthcare field. What began as a fascination with science evolved into a deep calling to impact people’s lives. Today, he celebrates his achievement as an MD graduate from St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine, having matched into an Internal Medicine residency at…

one8 Slated to be India’s First High-Performance Sports Brand with Global Ambitions Under Agilitas

Agilitas Sports, the vertically integrated manufacturing-to-retail sports platform founded by Abhishek Ganguly, is acquiring one8, the sportswear brand co-created by Virat Kohli. As part of the transaction, Virat joins Agilitas as an investor and co-founder of one8. It reinforces a long-standing personal and professional partnership and sets sights on building India’s first global high-performance sports brand. Agilitas operates across manufacturing, R&D, brand-building, and retail distribution.…

LEAFOBERRYY’s Moonmyst Renewal Night Cream

LEAFOBERRYY introduces Moonmyst Renewal Night Cream, a glow-restoring, overnight treatment crafted to renew and repair skin as you sleep. Infused with 24K Gold Flakes, it delivers a luminous, youthful radiance while elevating your nightly skincare ritual. This potent formula blends Fermented Galactomyces Extract, known for refining texture, minimising pores and boosting overnight cell renewal, with Bakuchiol, a gentle retinol alternative that smooths fine lines and improves elasticity…

The LaLiT Mumbai Hosts Its Grand  Cake Mixing Ceremony 2025

Mumbai, Dec 09: The LaLiT Mumbai welcomed the festive season with its much-awaited  Cake Mixing Ceremony 2025, an elegant celebration where tradition, warmth, and togetherness beautifully intertwined. Held at the hotel’s stunning poolside deck, the evening brought together distinguished guests, loyal patrons, and hotel associates for a cherished ritual that has become an iconic prelude to Christmas. The air buzzed with festive cheer as guests gathered…

17th Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival to Feature Bold & Thought-Provoking 2026 Edition

Kolkata,Dec 9: The 17th edition of the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival was unveiled today at a special curtain-raiser at the iconic Oxford Bookstore in the distinguished presence of Anjum Katyal, Director, Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival; Swagat Sengupta, CEO, Apeejay Oxford Bookstores; and Neeta Sreedharan, Programming Head, Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival. The announcement reaffirmed AKLF’s place as one of Kolkata’s most cherished cultural events, celebrating books,…

Hyderabad to host the biggest curated Art Show – HYD.ART 2025 & a grand cultural extravaganza from December 19th!

Hyderabad, Dec 09: The city is all set to welcome one of its most anticipated cultural celebrations HYD.ART 2025, the biggest curated art showcase. The three-day art and cultural extravaganza will take place from December 19–21, 2025, at EON Hyderabad by Navanaami Group, Nanakramguda; bringing together an expansive, thoughtfully curated art experience that celebrates creativity in all its forms. Featuring over 200 artists, galleries, and artworks from Hyderabad and across…

Ugro Capital Completes Acquisition of Profectus Capital

Mumbai, Dec 09: UGRO Capital Limited (NSE: UGROCAP | BSE: 511742), a leading DataTech NBFC focused on MSME lending, today announced the completion of its 100% acquisition of Profectus Capital, marking one of the most value-accretive transactions in its journey to build India’s leading MSME lending institution, strengthening scale, profitability, capital productivity, and return ratios, and positioning the company for accelerated earnings growth over the…

Amazon MX Player Unveils Trailer for Bhay The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery

Mumbai, India Dec 9: Amazon MX Player, Amazon’s free video streaming service, today released the trailer for its upcoming investigative supernatural thriller Bhay – The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery. Inspired by real events tied to the life and work of India’s first paranormal investigator, Gaurav Tiwari, the series is headlined by Karan Tacker as Gaurav Tiwari and Kalki Koechlin as Irene Venkat, and also boasts a…

KIMS Cuddles Removes Adrenal Tumor in 12-Year-Old via Laparoscopic Surgery

Kurnool,  Dec 9: A 12-year-old girl from the Nandyal region was diagnosed with a highly rare condition. Adrenal gland tumors typically occur in people aged 30–50, but in this case, it developed in a young girl. The treatment was successfully performed by KIMS Cuddles Kurnool doctors, including Consultant Pediatric & Neonatal Surgeon and Pediatric Urologist Dr. Sai Prasuna, who shared details regarding the case. “The…

Cold Weather Linked to Rising Heart Attacks Across India, says Mumbai Cardiologists 

Mumbai, Dec 09: Cardiologists across the country are reporting a sharp rise in cardiac emergencies as temperatures drop. Several clinical reviews show a 25–30 percent jump in heart attacks and strokes during winter. India already faces a heavy cardiac burden, with nearly one in four deaths connected to heart and blood vessel disease. Winter stress pushes risk even higher, especially for older adults and those…

Shrewsbury International School India joins the Boarding Schools’ Association as an international member

The Bhopal branch of the prestigious UK institution is now part of a global network of 4,500 organisations and individuals across 50 countries Dec 9: Bhopal-based Shrewsbury International School India, is set to broaden its global footprint by joining the Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) as a full-fledged international member. For the institution, which opened in August this year and is grounded in the legacy of…

Renowned Jatra Comedian Guru Prusti Passes Away

Bhubaneswar,   Dec, 09:  Jatra comedian Guru Prusti is no more. Jatra artist Guru Prusti has passed away in a road accident. While returning from Bhadrak on his bike, a truck hit him near Chingudipur on National Highway 16. Doctors at the Bhadrak District Headquarters Hospital declared him dead. Guru had won the hearts of people at a very young age as a comedy actor.

Foundation Stone Laid for Rs 300-Crore Integrated Development of Maa Tarini Shrine

Ghatagaon., Dec, 09:  The foundation stone has been laid for an integrated development project worth over Rs 300 crore for the shrine of Maa Tarini at Ghatagaon. The people’s government will undertake all necessary efforts to develop the Maa Tarini shrine into a world-class religious and tourist destination. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi said that this development project, which will span nearly 60 acres of land,…

Play “Andhakarara Suruj” to Be Staged on Second Evening of Drama Festival

Nabarangpur., Dec, 09:  On the occasion of the Lok Mahotsav Mondei, watch a social drama “Andhakarara Suruj” written and directed by telefilm director Manoj Kumar Pattanaik. This play will be staged today, Monday, at 7 PM at Shastri Bhavan (Town Hall), Nabarangpur. Therefore, you all are requested to attend with your families and encourage the artists.

Nabarangpur district is number one in Odisha in maize production. Hundreds of farmers in this district cultivate maize on thousands of acres, yet they are not able to get a fair price for their produce. There are also no proper market facilities for maize traders. Therefore, today during the Zero Hour of the sacred Legislative Assembly, I requested the establishment of a maize market (maize mandi) for the benefit of the maize-growing farmer brothers of our district,” said Narsingha Majhi. Tops Odisha in Maize Production; MLA Seeks Dedicated Maize Mandi

Nabarangpur, Dec, 09:  Nabarangpur district is number one in Odisha in maize production. Hundreds of farmers in this district cultivate maize on thousands of acres, yet they are not able to get a fair price for their produce. There are also no proper market facilities for maize traders. Therefore, today during the Zero Hour of the sacred Legislative Assembly, I requested the establishment of a maize…

Social Worker and Veteran Footballer Sheshananda Shatrushalya Passes Away at 92

Kotpad, Dec, 09: The social worker and distinguished football player, recognized referee by the State Football Association, Sheshananda Shatrushalya, has passed away at the age of 92. He breathed his last at his residence due to age-related ailments. Late Shatrushalya had played for the Kotpad-E team during the 1980s and had earned considerable fame at both district and state levels. In addition, he served as…

Essay Discussion Session Organized During Mandei Mahotsav 2025

Nabarangpur: Dec, 09:  An essay discussion session was organized at the auditorium of the local Nabarangpur College on the occasion of the 9098 souvenir. The session was attended by local dignitaries and farmers. The District Council Chief Development Officer and Chairman of the Souvenir Committee, Biranchi Narayan Darowan, participated as the chief guest and offered floral tributes and lit lamps before the idol of Lord Jagannath.…

Paddy Collection: Nearly 3 Lakh Tokens Distributed Across 5 Districts

Bhubaneswar,  Dec, 09:  Paddy collection process: Tokens have been distributed to 5 districts. A total of 2,94,594 tokens have been issued across the five districts. Response from the Minister of Supply, Krishnachandra Patra: “In Bargarh – 73,696 tokens, Balangir – 53,090 tokens, Kalahandi – 88,666 tokens” “In Nuapada – 29,786 tokens, Sambalpur – 49,333 tokens have been distributed” “Soon, the paddy collection process will start in…