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Manjoo Bundhoo Crowned Glammonn Mrs India Worldwide 2026 – Classic Winner, Inspiring Women to Pursue Their Dreams Without Limits

1Sep

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Manjoo Bundhoo Crowned Glammonn Mrs India Worldwide 2026 – Classic Winner, Inspiring Women to Pursue Their Dreams Without Limits

New Delhi [India], September 1: Mauritius-based business leader, Zumba Coach and social service enthusiast Manjoo Bundhoo has emerged as an inspiring voice for women empowerment after being crowned Glammonn Mrs India Worldwide 2026 – Classic Winner.In a world where many women put their personal dreams on hold due to family responsibilities, societal expectations or the belief that opportunities have an age limit, Manjoo Bundhoo’s journey sends out a powerful message — it is never too late to dream, grow and redefine yourself.Based in Mauritius, Manjoo has also been honoured with the prestigious titles of Mrs Charity Ambassador and Mrs Social Media. Her achievements reflect not only confidence and dedication but also her desire to use her platform to inspire, empower and create a po...

Material Recycling Industry Seeks Zero Duty on Zinc Dross, Flags Customs Anomaly

1Sep

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Material Recycling Industry Seeks Zero Duty on Zinc Dross, Flags Customs Anomaly

MRAI seeks duty removal on Zinc DrossMumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 1: The recycling industry has urged the Union finance ministry to remove the 5% customs duty on zinc dross, arguing that the levy creates an anomaly in the duty structure and puts domestic manufacturers at a disadvantage.The demand comes after the Union Budget 2025 abolished customs duty on zinc scrap as part of the government’s efforts to promote recycling, strengthen the circular economy and improve manufacturing competitiveness. However, zinc dross, a widely traded and recycled form of secondary zinc, continues to attract a 5% duty.Industry stakeholders said zinc dross has historically been treated and traded as zinc scrap in international recycling markets and is recognised under global recycling s...

Maneesh Verma: The Visionary Entrepreneur Redefining Experiential Entertainment in Uttar Pradesh

1Sep

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Maneesh Verma: The Visionary Entrepreneur Redefining Experiential Entertainment in Uttar Pradesh

New Delhi [India], September 1: In a business landscape where most entrepreneurs chase quick returns, Maneesh Verma, Founder & Chairman, has spent over two decades building something rarer — destinations that create memories. As a first-generation entrepreneur from Uttar Pradesh who started his journey at just 28, Verma has quietly transformed the state’s entertainment, hospitality, and leisure ecosystem, one landmark project at a time.From a Single Idea to an Entertainment EmpireEvery big story has a small beginning, and Verma’s began with a visit to an amusement park. That single experience sparked an idea: families needed spaces where they could disconnect from routine and reconnect with each other. In 2003, that idea took corporate shape as B.P. Sons Fun...

3.75 Lakh Sq. Ft. Krishna Nagari, 3,000 Plus Sevadars and 3 Lakh Plus Man-Hours: DJJS Unveils Grand Plans for Shri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsav 2026

31Aug

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3.75 Lakh Sq. Ft. Krishna Nagari, 3,000 Plus Sevadars and 3 Lakh Plus Man-Hours: DJJS Unveils Grand Plans for Shri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsav 2026

The Great Khali to Join Delhi CM Smt. Rekha Gupta Ji, Shri Nitin Nabin Ji and Distinguished Guests at Two-Day Spiritual-Cultural Celebration in DwarkaNew Delhi [India], August 31: Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan (DJJS) today announced the details of the 31st edition of Shri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsav 2026 at a press conference in New Delhi, unveiling an expansive spiritual and cultural celebration that brings together Sanatan wisdom, devotion, technology, culture and the spirit of selfless Seva.The two-day Mahotsav will be held on September 3 and 4, 2026, at DDA Ground, Dwarka Sector 10, New Delhi. The event is expected to witness a footfall of more than 50,000 devotees and visitors and will remain free and open to the general public.The scale of the celebrat...

Why Protein Snacking Is Becoming the New-Age Indian Namkeen

31Aug

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Why Protein Snacking Is Becoming the New-Age Indian Namkeen

New Delhi [India], August 31: The evening chai break hasn’t moved an inch on the Indian calendar. What’s changed is what sits next to the cup. The mathri tin and the bhujia packet are increasingly sharing shelf space with roasted chickpeas, protein chips, and edamame, snacks that look and crunch like namkeen but are built around a very different promise: protein. This isn’t a passing fitness fad. It’s starting to look like a genuine rewrite of what “namkeen” means to Indian consumers.The numbers make the case better than any brand pitch could. A healthy snacking report released this year, drawing on responses from over 6,000 Indian consumers across cities, age groups, and professions, found that close to nine in ten now factor protein into their snac...

Grand Orientation Programme ‘Parichay’ Organised at Invertis University, Inspiring Students Towards Growth and Innovation

31Aug

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Grand Orientation Programme ‘Parichay’ Organised at Invertis University, Inspiring Students Towards Growth and Innovation

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 31: Invertis University, Bareilly, organized grand orientation programme Parichay 2026 to welcome the new batch of students, introduce them to academic, technological, professional and personal growth opportunities at the University and inspire students to grow beyond the classroom and prepare themselves for a successful corporate career.This was the new beginning for the students as they embarked on this exciting journey of higher education at Invertis University, the home to thousands of budding professionals.Insights from the World of Technology The most exciting part of the program was connecting with Ms. Aanchal Chopra, Google Representative and Speaker. She enlightened the students about emerging opportunities in the world of technology, i...

From Cross-Border Complexity to Financial Clarity: Ashutosh Kar’s Approach to India–USA Business Growth

31Aug

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From Cross-Border Complexity to Financial Clarity: Ashutosh Kar’s Approach to India–USA Business Growth

New Delhi [India], August 31: International expansion can open new markets, customers, partnerships, and investment opportunities, but it also introduces a new layer of financial and regulatory responsibilities. For businesses operating between India and the United States, navigating taxation, incorporation, accounting, compliance, and financial reporting requires a structured approach.Ashutosh Kar, a Chartered Accountant (India), Certified Public Accountant (USA), and Corporate Lawyer, works at the intersection of professional financial advisory and technology. His services are focused on helping entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, and organisations establish and manage their businesses across India and the USA while building stronger financial systems for long-term growth.Making Inter...

Producer Mansi Bagla And Varun Bagla Take Mini Films Into The Future Of Indian Cinema With Miraya – The Devi Universe

31Aug

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Producer Mansi Bagla And Varun Bagla Take Mini Films Into The Future Of Indian Cinema With Miraya – The Devi Universe

Mini Films enters a new era of cinema, where technology meets storytelling.Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 31: From thrillers and romance to stories driven by scale, authenticity and emotion, Mini Films, led by Mansi and Varun Bagla, is entering a bold new phase with Miraya – The Devi Universe. The project is an ambitious, technology-driven mythological cinematic universe rooted in India’s cultural and spiritual heritage. Having explored distinctly different cinematic worlds through Forensic and Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan, Mini Films is now expanding its creative horizon with a larger vision – to bring together storytelling, technology, emotion and scale to create cinema that is both deeply Indian and globally relevant.Conceived as a franchise with interconnected films...

‘UDAN – Adhikaro Se Atmnirbharta’: GSLSA Launches Three Landmark Legal Service Initiatives in Surat

31Aug

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‘UDAN – Adhikaro Se Atmnirbharta’: GSLSA Launches Three Landmark Legal Service Initiatives in Surat

New Delhi [India], August 31: The Gujarat State Legal Services Authority, in association with the District Legal Services Authority, Surat, organised an impressive legal services event titled “UDAN – ADHIKARO SE ATMNIRBHARTA”, during which three projects were launched at the esteemed hands of Hon’ble Mr Justice Vikramnath, Executive Chairman, NALSA and Judge, Supreme Court of India.With the aim of imparting value-based basic education to children living on the streets, a project named “Signal School”, a joint initiative of DLSA Surat and the Surat Municipal Corporation, was flagged off by Hon’ble Mr Justice Vikramnath.Besides this, His Lordship also virtually inaugurated two projects — the GSLSA War Room and the Online Permanent Lok Adalat for four clusters across the State of ...

NASA Astronaut Dr. Donald A. Thomas Unveils IEM Innovation Park in Kolkata

31Aug

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NASA Astronaut Dr. Donald A. Thomas Unveils IEM Innovation Park in Kolkata

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 31: The IEM-UEM Group marked a significant milestone in its innovation and academic journey with the inauguration of the IEM Innovation Park by renowned NASA astronaut, scientist and engineer Dr. Donald A. Thomas at the Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), Kolkata, on Friday.The Innovation Park has been established as a platform where students, researchers and innovators can take ideas from concept to prototypes, products and technology-driven solutions with real-world applications. The initiative brings together interdisciplinary research, creativity, technology and entrepreneurship within a collaborative ecosystem.The inauguration was attended by senior members of the IEM-UEM Group, including Prof. Satyajit Chakrabarti, Vi...