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In a dynamic and inspiring step toward inclusive nation-building, Aashid Jeevan Global Foundation and Anti Crop Human Rights Foundation have come together to launch a large-scale social and environmental initiative titled Project Vanam. This collaborative effort represents a new era of synergy between environmental restoration, women empowerment, transgender welfare, and human-rights education. The combined strengths of these two organizations are now shaping a unified mission focused on sustainable development, community upliftment, and equal opportunities for marginalized groups across India.Both organizations have a strong track record of implementing social welfare initiatives, medical awareness programs, women's skill development activities, and legal-human rights support. With Projec...

A Billion Revolution in MotionThe industry of installment loans, which was traditionally controlled by small stores and regional competitors, is currently undergoing the most significant upheaval it has seen in decades. According to data provided by PitchBook, the amount of merger and acquisition activity in the alternative financing sector reached $12.3 billion specifically in the year 2024. This represents a 45% increase from the previous year. It is also profoundly altering the method in which Americans borrow money during times when traditional banks refuse to lend them money.If there were 500 independent providers of installment loans just five years ago, there are now fewer than 200 of them operating today. The acquisition of OnDeck Capital by Enova International for $1.8 billion and...

Bengaluru: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India’s most trusted and admired real estate developers, today announced the signing of an Agreement to Lease (ATL) with IKEA India for leasing of two floors of retail space at the Purva Zentech Park, located on Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru.  Purva Zentech Park is a mixed-use commercial development with approximately 9.6 lakh square feet of leasable and saleable area. Typical floor plates are approximately 50,000 square feet, with modular units ranging from 4,500 to 5,000 square feet available for lease or sale. Strategically located within a five-minute walk from both the Konankunte Metro Station and Forum Mall, the project is a sustainable, Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Gold development, designed to accommodate large-...

10% y-o-y INCREASE IN AUM, 21% y-o-y INCREASE IN INTEREST INCOME Mumbai | Nov 17, 2025 Star Housing Finance Limited (Star HFL), a BSE listed company (BSE Scrip code BOM: 539017) semi urban and rural focused home finance has reported business and financial performance for the quarter & half year ending on Sep 30, 2025. During the period Star HFL registered milestones across business areas for the quarter ending Sep 30, 2025 enlisted as below:  Business Numbers: AUM increased 9.55% y-o-y to Rs. 567.27 crs. The Company disbursed Rs. 30.56 crs in the period under review.  Income Growth: Interest income grew by 21.33% y-o-y and Net Interest Margin (NIM) stands at 7.65% Asset Quality: PAR (0+ days past due) stood at 5.13 %, of which GNPA stands at 1.65% and NNPA stands at 1.16% as of Sep 30,...

What the Book is About :“Tales from the Teller Counter” is not just about banking — it’s about people. P.A. Sivaramakrishna takes readers behind the scenes of one of India’s largest banks, showing moments that no passbook, statement, or mobile app can reveal:The young girl whose single smile across the counter stayed in his heart for yearsThe villager who tried entering his village PIN code (522601) as his ATM PINA customer who believed bankers must know his balance even at the chai stallA lady who angrily accused the bank of “eating her gas subsidy”Pensioners whose gratitude shaped his understanding of compassionChaos during link failures, salary days, and government countersDeep lessons from senior colleagues, union leaders, and branch managersEvery story is written with simplicity, hone...

www.smartera.co.inSmartERA Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a pioneering technology company that stands at the intersection of AI, Automation, and IoT, dedicated to creating economical, safe, and sustainable solutions with a profound social impact. Founded by visionary entrepreneurs Mr. Digvijay Yenurkar (B.E., M.Tech, MBA, PhD Scholar) and Mrs. Mangala Yenurkar (B.A., M.A., M.Phil), the company focuses on addressing critical global challenges in sectors like healthcare, education, sanitation, and sustainable living, by harnessing the power of advanced technologies. SmartERA's suite of innovative products is designed not just to meet the needs of today but to shape a brighter, more sustainable future. With a unique blend of AI, analytics, and automation, each product offers revolutionary capabilitie...

Gurugram, November 17, 2025 — Sukarya, a women-led and women-centric organization dedicated to empowering women, children, and adolescents in underprivileged communities, organized a Certification Ceremony to mark the successful completion of the first phase of its Gender Equality Program, supported by OakNorth under its CSR initiative.The event was graced by Mr. Varun Tuli from OakNorth, along with Ms. Meera Satpathy, Chairperson of Sukarya, Trustees, team members, and community representatives. Certificates were awarded to adolescent girls who successfully completed three months of intensive training under the program.Implemented in urban slum communities and government schools in Gurugram, this program empowers adolescent girls aged 10–19 to challenge gender norms, make informed decisio...

In India, crystals have quietly moved from sacred temples to shopping carts.They glow under studio lights, flood online marketplaces , and yet, most carry no energy at all.According to energy experts, over 70% of healing crystals sold online are either glass or dyed stones imported from China.That’s where Crystal Studioz steps in , a Gurgaon-based brand founded by Mystic Avi, on a mission to bring purity and consciousness back into the crystal trade.This isn’t just another shop. It’s a movement , from market to mandir.Why So Many “Healing” Crystals Don’t HealSearch “buy crystals online,” and you’ll find thousands of listings promising love, wealth, and peace.But beneath the polish, most are synthetic, heat-treated, or chemically coated to look natural.Such stones may sparkle, but they’ve l...

New Delhi: In a rare and insightful interaction, Ashutosh Kumar—1991-batch IFS officer and currently Special Secretary, Vigilance and Intelligence, Government of India—reflected on his 33-year journey across some of the most critical ministries in the State and Central Governments. Kumar, a Matrix Level 16 officer known for his integrity and administrative precision, spoke about the values that shaped his service and the lessons today’s young aspirants can draw from his experience.Having served in key ministries such as Parliamentary Affairs, Labour & Employment, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Home Affairs, Rural Development, and Chemicals and Fertilizers, Ashutosh Kumar emphasized that each role taught him a unique dimension of governance. “Every ministry is a classro...

Bengaluru November 17, 2025 — Marking a defining moment for India’s sustainable water future, Dr. Durga Das, Founder & CEO of AeroNero, and Mr. Rao Munukutla, Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer of Bengaluru Airport City Limited (BACL), formally signed an Term Sheet to establish the AeroNero Innovation Hub & Corporate Showcase in Bengaluru Airport City (BAC) at Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport). Forged in parallel with COP30, this partnership sends a decisive signal: India is not waiting for the world to act. AeroNero and BACL are demonstrating bold, real-economy climate leadership—anchoring deep-tech air water innovation at one of the country’s most strategic gateways, and reaffirming their shared commitment to scalable, meaningful climate actio...