National Education Day 2025: Honouring Maulana Abul Kalam Azad’s Vision for Modern India
India observes National Education Day every year on November 11 to commemorate the birth anniversary…
National Education Day 2025: Honouring Maulana Abul Kalam Azad’s Vision for Modern India
India observes National Education Day every year on November 11 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (1888–1958) — the nation’s first Education Minister and a key architect of independent India’s education system. The day celebrates the importance of education in national development and reaffirms India’s commitment to accessible, inclusive, and quality…
IPL 2026 Retention: What Indian cricket fans and franchises should know
As the countdown to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction heats up, the player retention window has emerged as a key milestone for franchises, players and the Indian cricket-viewing public. With deadlines, new purse limits and strategic decisions looming, the retention rules and their implications are crucial for understanding team compositions, player futures and…
The Liebherr x ARK Lounge takes center stage at Acetech 2025, showcasing the brand’s fully integrated range
Mumbai (India), 2025 – Liebherr Appliances India Pvt. Ltd, part of the €14.6 billion Liebherr Group – the global leader in premium home refrigeration renowned for its innovation and precision engineering, made an impactful presence at Acetech 2025, one of the country’s leading architecture and design exhibitions, where the brand showcased its Fully Integrated (FI)…
Free Fire: A Deep Dive into Its India Story
In the dynamic world of mobile gaming, few titles have made as significant an impact in India as Free Fire. Developed by Singapore-based Garena, the game became a phenomenon, particularly among India’s mobile-first gaming audience. At the same time, its journey in India has been marked by regulatory turbulence, a massive fan base, and implications…
From Farm to Five-Star: How Arna Dairy Powers Karnataka’s Hospitality Industry
In a hospitality landscape where quality and consistency matter as much as experience, Arna Dairy has carved a unique niche — supplying fresh, pure dairy products to some of the most premium hospitality brands in India and beyond. Under the leadership of Keshava Rajanna and his son Dheeraj Keshav, Arna has transformed from a humble…
Vande Mataram at 150: the poem that became India’s national song origins, meaning, controversies and why it still matters
Stirring hymn that played a central role in India’s freedom movement — completes 150 years on 7 November 2025. Written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in the 1870s and first published in his novel Anandamath (1882), the song moved from literary page to political platform and was formally adopted by the Constituent Assembly as the Republic’s…
The Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA) announces International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA)–APR Regional Congress 2025 in Mumbai: “Growth Paradox – Reimagining Landscapes”
The Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA) announced the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) –Asia Pacific Regional Congress 2025 — India’s largest international conference on landscape architecture — scheduled to be held on November 14 and 15, 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre, BKC, Mumbai. Themed “Growth Paradox: Reimagining Landscapes,” the event will…
The 5 November 2025 Banks in several Indian states are observing a bank holiday for Guru Nanak Jayanti .
Why are banks closed on this day? Guru Nanak Jayanti commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, a widely revered spiritual leader and founder of Sikhism. The day holds national and cultural significance, particularly in states with sizeable Sikh, Punjabi or North-Indian communities. The RBI’s bank holiday list each year incorporates national festivals, regional…
The Science of Purity: How Arna Dairy Guarantees Quality in Every Drop
In an era where consumers value transparency and trust as much as taste, purity has become the most vital promise a dairy brand can make. For Arna Dairy, purity is not just a slogan — it is a science. Every litre of milk delivered is the result of a carefully designed process that begins on…
Laura Wolvaardt Why Indian Cricket Fans Should Take Note of the South African Opener
Laura Wolvaardt, born on 26 April 1999 in Milnerton, Cape Town, is a right-handed opening batter for the South African women’s cricket team. She made her international One-Day International (ODI) debut aged 16 in February 2016 against England. Over the years, she has become one of the world’s leading women batters, regularly ranking among the…
Empowering 17,000 Farmers: The Arna Dairy Model of Growth and Partnership
Headquartered on Hennur Airport Road, Bangalore, Arna Dairy partners with 17,000 farming families across Karnataka — particularly in Chikmagaluru, Shivamogga, Hassan, Mandya, Tumkur, and Davanagere — while also procuring high-quality buffalo milk from Cuddapah in Andhra Pradesh. This ensures a sustainable supply of fresh, nutritious dairy to urban households. Arna’s farmer-first philosophy is woven into…
Lenskart Solutions Ltd IPO GMP: What Indian investors need to know.
Key facts about the Lenskart IPO What is GMP and how does it apply here? GMP, or grey-market premium, refers to the unofficial price at which shares of an upcoming IPO are traded in the “grey market” (outside the regulated stock exchanges), typically indicating expected listing gains. It is not an official figure and has…
National Testing Agency (NTA): Role, Recent Issues and What Indian Students Should Know
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is India’s central body tasked with conducting major national-level entrance examinations, a key component of the country’s higher-education access and selection system. Established in 2017, the NTA has increasingly become a focal point for students, educators, institutions and policymakers alike. This article provides a detailed overview of its mandate, significance,…
Varun Chakravarthy — India’s “mystery” leg-spinner and his rising role in white-ball cricket
Once an architect who swapped drawing boards for bowling nets, Varun Chakravarthy has emerged over the last three years as one of India’s most talked-about spinners in limited-overs cricket. Renowned for his mysterious variations and tight control, the 34-year-old right-arm leg-break bowler has converted strong domestic and IPL showings into sustained international opportunity and recent…
India Weather Report: Understanding the Country’s Changing Climate and Its Everyday Impact
The national capital is currently witnessing hazy sunshine with a temperature of around 26 °C (80 °F). Through the night, the mercury is expected to dip gradually to around 22 °C, accompanied by a light haze. While this might seem like a routine late-October pattern, India’s diverse weather conditions are far from simple — they…
Who is Blair Tickner?
Blair Marshall Tickner (born 13 October 1993, Napier) is a right-arm medium-fast bowler who made his international debut for New Zealand in T20Is in 2019 and has appeared across formats since then. He plays domestically for Central Districts in New Zealand and spent time with Derbyshire in county cricket. Tickner is known for hitting good…
World Digital Detox Day Recognised with Global Peace Award for Advancing Digital Well-Being, Mental Health Security, and Child Protection at a Global Scale
Geneva / Dubai / New Delhi — The World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) — a non-profit global humanitarian mission addressing the escalating mental health and digital safety crisis — has been honoured with the Global Peace Award in Dubai by the Global Peace Institute (UK) and Global Peace Organisation, in collaboration with Impact Hub UAE….
Why the Recent Kaveri Travels Bus Fire Has Big Implications for Private Coach Safety in India
A devastating fire in a long-distance coach operated by Kaveri Travels has once again brought into sharp focus the safety standards of private bus operators in India. The incident — which claimed the lives of at least 20 passengers and injured many — raises urgent questions about accountability, regulation and passenger protection in the private…
ChatGPT Atlas: OpenAI’s AI-integrated browser revolution and what it means for Indian users
OpenAI, the US-based developer behind the popular ChatGPT conversational AI, has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a web browser built around its chatbot. The move marks a significant step into browser territory and has major implications for how users in India and globally may surf the web, search information, and interact with online tasks. For Indian individuals,…
From IPO to Stability: How Rubicon Research Share Price May Evolve Over Time
On October 16, 2025, Rubicon Research made its stock market debut—listing at ₹620 on the NSE and ₹620.10 on the BSE—a premium of approximately 27.8% over its IPO issue price of ₹485. This strong listing reflects significant investor interest, but it also raises the question: how might the share price evolve from this initial exuberance…
Ranji Trophy 2025-26: What India’s Premier First-Class Tournament Holds
The 2025-26 season of the Ranji Trophy, India’s flagship domestic first-class cricket competition, began on October 15, 2025, and will run until February 28, 2026, featuring a restructured format, new rivalries, and the promise of emerging talent.Here’s a full look at what’s new, what to watch, and why this edition matters for fans, players and…
India’s AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualification Campaign Ends: Singapore Claims 2-1 Victory in Crucial Goa Clash
Singapore delivered a stunning comeback to defeat India 2-1 in their AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier match on October 14, 2025, at Fatorda Stadium. The loss effectively ended India’s hopes of advancing to the tournament, marking a disappointing close to their campaign in the third round of qualifiers. This result highlights ongoing challenges for Indian…
Padmanabhaswamy Temple: Ritual Revivals, Legal Oversight, and the Return of Public Attention
Grand Rituals After 270 Years In June 2025, the temple witnessed a Maha Kumbhabhishekam, a major consecration ceremony, after a gap of nearly 270 years. The event included the dedication of the three domes (thazhikakudams), reinstallation of the Vishwaksena idol, and performance of the Ashtabandha Kalasam rites. The ritual, held on June 8, drew hundreds…
Amitabh Bachchan Turns 83: A Life in Frames, From Struggle to Stardom
By Rajesh Kumar, Senior Correspondent MUMBAI, October 6, 2025 — As Bollywood’s towering figure Amitabh Bachchan approaches his 83rd birthday on October 11, the industry pauses to reflect on a career that has spanned over five decades, marked by seismic highs, profound lows, and an unyielding resilience. In a recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati…
Manoj Bajpayee: The Versatile Craftsman of Indian Cinema
Early Life and BeginningsManoj Bajpayee was born on 23 April 1969 in Belwa village, in the West Champaran district of Bihar. He pursued higher education at Delhi University and was drawn to theatre, which laid the groundwork for his acting aspirations. He faced early setbacks—including being rejected multiple times by the National School of Drama—but…