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Emerald Hexagon and Pradeep Batra Strengthen India–Malaysia Diaspora Engagement with a vision to Address India’s Water Challenges

Emerald Hexagon and Pradeep Batra Strengthen India–Malaysia Diaspora Engagement with a vision to Address India’s Water Challenges

New Delhi [India], February 14: As India and Malaysia continue to deepen bilateral ties, Pradeep Batra, President of the Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) Malaysia chapter and Executive Director of Emerald Hexagon – an SRAM & MRAM Group company, is emerging as a key voice representing the Indian diaspora and strengthening people-to-people and business engagement between the two nations. During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Kuala Lumpur, Batra expressed strong enthusiasm within the Indian community in Malaysia, highlighting growing optimism around enhanced trade, technology collaboration, and cultural exchange between the two countries. Over the years, Batra has played an…
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A Diaspora That Built a Nation: New White Paper Chronicles the Enduring Impact of Indians in Britain

A Diaspora That Built a Nation: New White Paper Chronicles the Enduring Impact of Indians in Britain

London, 7 February 2026 — From rebuilding a war-torn nation to powering one of the world’s most advanced digital economies, the Indian diaspora has been central to Britain’s modern story. A new white paper launched in London offers one of the most comprehensive accounts to date of how successive generations of Indians have helped shape the United Kingdom’s economic strength, public services, and global influence. Released by Manish Tiwari, Founder of Here & Now 365 — the UK’s first multicultural advertising agency — in collaboration with the Aston India Centre at Aston University, the white paper maps four major waves of…
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SARC Davos Dialogues 2026: Data-Driven State Governance for Viksit Bharat @2047

SARC Davos Dialogues 2026: Data-Driven State Governance for Viksit Bharat @2047

Left to right: Rajendra Bagade, Sr. Partner Sarc Global, Balbir Singh, Sr. Advocate, Supreme Court of India, Sunil Kumar Gupta, Founder & Global Leader, SARC Global , Tripti Somani, Investor, Ranu Gupta, CEO & Co-Founder, Sarc Global New Delhi [India], January 31: SARC convened a series of high-impact roundtables showcasing an end-to-end solution for state-level data management through DataOS®, developed by The Modern Data Company (TMDC). The discussions demonstrated how integrated data architectures can strengthen public finance management, improve scheme execution and monitoring, enable real-time, data-driven decision-making, and significantly reduce operational friction across departments—thereby accelerating governance outcomes. In partnership with…
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India–EU FTA Boosts USD5B SP-PLUS Switzerland–Fly Bharathi Partnership

India–EU FTA Boosts USD5B SP-PLUS Switzerland–Fly Bharathi Partnership

New Delhi [India], January 30: SP-PLUS AG, a Switzerland-based investment and development firm, and FLY Bharathi Global Investment LLC, a Dubai-headquartered aviation investment company, announced today the formation of a groundbreaking joint venture to finance and develop the Ujjain Airport project in India. The partnership will leverage an innovative gold-backed digital bond mechanism—secured by 2,500 kilograms of physical gold with an approximate value of USD 322 million—to raise EUR 250 million in capital over a four-year development cycle. The “Gold Coin Digital” bond, to be listed on Bloomberg with a dedicated ISIN number, represents a pioneering approach to infrastructure financing…
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PM Publishers Partners with Google to Transform 2 Million Textbooks into Interactive AI Tutors with Google Gemini

PM Publishers Partners with Google to Transform 2 Million Textbooks into Interactive AI Tutors with Google Gemini

PM Publishers Partners with Google Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], December 9: PM Publishers Pvt. Ltd. (PMP), a leading name in school education since 2009, has announced a collaboration with Google, to integrate Gemini, Google’s AI assistant, with the traditional textbook learning experience, transforming the act of learning into an interactive journey. Launched for the upcoming 2026-27 academic year, PMP will integrate Google Gemini across 250+ book titles covering Computer Science, English, Hindi, Art & Craft, General Knowledge, and Foundation subjects — from Nursery to Class 10. This initiative is expected to reach over 2 million students across 2,000+ schools in its first phase. Designed for age-appropriate use, the tool empowers…
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UK’s Global Talent and High Potential Individual Visas Are Attracting Indians

UK’s Global Talent and High Potential Individual Visas Are Attracting Indians

Yash Dubal, Director, A Y & J Solicitors, London, UK Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 2: For many skilled professionals in India, the UK remains an attractive destination for career growth, international exposure and long-term settlement. While the Skilled Worker visa remains the most widely known work route, it has recently become harder to access; the Global Talent (GT) and High Potential Individual (HPI) visas are now attracting attention. The Global Talent visa is designed for individuals who have exceptional ability or clear potential in academia, research, digital technology, arts and culture. Mr Yash Dubal, Director at A Y & J…
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World-class ‘Ashwamedh Mahayagya Mahotsav -2026’ to be organized in Jamnagar, Gujarat from 12 to 20 February 2026

World-class ‘Ashwamedh Mahayagya Mahotsav -2026’ to be organized in Jamnagar, Gujarat from 12 to 20 February 2026

Historic event with 5555 Yajna Kunds, 9999 km Bharatbhram Yatra will also be organized More than 21 world records will also be attempted during the Ashwamedh Mahayagya Mahotsav Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], November 17:  To revive India’s ancient Vedic traditions, the “Ashwamegh Mahayagna Mahotsav 2026” will be organized on a grand scale from 12th to 20th February 2026 at Khambhaliya Bypass Road, opposite Airport Road, Jamnagar. This grand Yagna is being organized by the Rythmus Foundation, a leading organization that has been actively working for several years in the fields of social, cultural, and spiritual upliftment. The main highlight of this…
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8th Brainy National Competition 2025 Celebrates India’s Young Geniuses Across 100+ Cities

8th Brainy National Competition 2025 Celebrates India’s Young Geniuses Across 100+ Cities

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], November 15:  Over 2,500 students demonstrated extraordinary mental arithmetic, language, and sensory skills at Brainy’s grand national event, redefining the limits of young intelligence. Brainy India (Xplore Knowledge Resources LLP, India arm of Brain Child International, Malaysia) successfully concluded the 8th Brainy National Competition 2025 — a nationwide celebration of young intellect and innovation. The event brought together over 2,500 participants from hundreds of schools and Brainy TriCore Learning Centres across India, culminating in grand award ceremonies held in Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and Surat on the 7th, 8th, and 9th of November respectively. More than 3,000 parents attended…
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IAFS President visits NFSU, appoints Dr. J.M. Vyas ‘Global Forensic Ambassador’

IAFS President visits NFSU, appoints Dr. J.M. Vyas ‘Global Forensic Ambassador’

New Delhi [India], November 15: Prof. Yanko Kolev also delivered a distinguished talk at NFSU National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar, hosted a distinguished talk by Prof. Yanko Kolev, M.D., Ph.D., President of the International Association of Forensic Sciences (IAFS). The event marked a momentous occasion as Padma Shri Awardee, Dr. J.M. Vyas, founder Vice Chancellor of NFSU, was officially appointed as an Ambassador of IAFS. In his address, Prof. Kolev lauded Dr. Vyas for his exemplary leadership in advancing forensic science and announced his induction into the International Advisory Committee for the upcoming IAFS-2026 Congress, scheduled to be held…
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Korea and Himachal Pradesh take first step towards economic partnership at Joint CSR Economic Cooperation Seminar

Korea and Himachal Pradesh take first step towards economic partnership at Joint CSR Economic Cooperation Seminar

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], November 12: In a landmark effort to deepen economic and developmental collaboration, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and KOTRA, India-Korea Business Cooperation Center, New Delhi, in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Himachal Pradesh, successfully organized the 2025 Korea-India Joint CSR-Economic Cooperation Seminar in Shimla on Wednesday. Held at Hotel Woodville Palace, the seminar brought together a high-level Korean delegation, led by Commercial Counsellor Mr. SUNGJOONG CHO from the Korean Embassy in New Delhi, the Korean delegation, also known as Team Korea, included senior officials from KOTRA and affiliated organizations. The seminar…
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