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In a nation as large and varied as India, issues such as social disparity, inadequate education and healthcare are still rampant. “Some of our most underserved communities are dealing with some of the least housing availability and opportunity,” Avi says, “Before that can happen there needs to be a broader restructuring for people who have already been too long without good options. It’s got to be an ongoing effort; a program we organize around.” Nvedya Foundations is a big step in that direction, working towards empowering underprivileged sections of society in India through education, healthcare and social welfare activities which have sustainable impact.Nvedya Foundations is an organization with a heart that still lives, breathes and takes cues from the society in which it has taken bir...

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 5: VKS Sharanya Welfare Society, a 14-year-old non-profit organisation working towards social upliftment and livelihood generation, has inaugurated a new branch of the VKS Created Skill Academy at Shamshabad, Madhura Nagar, Hyderabad. The initiative has been launched under the Society’s skill centre programme aimed at empowering youth through market-oriented training and placement support.The facility was inaugurated on January 1 by Sri Madepatti Srinivas Rao, Superintendent of Police, CID, Telangana, in the presence of community members, artisans, and beneficiaries associated with the organisation’s programmes.The newly launched Skill Academy has been designed to address the growing gap between education and employability. It offers structured traini...

Hunger has shaped human behaviour long before it shaped stories. It influences choices, instincts, and silences that society is quick to label but slow to understand. When hunger enters a child’s life, it does not arrive as an episode it becomes a condition. One that the world often mistakes for misconduct. Petu, an upcoming film by Vision Media, brings this uncomfortable truth into focus with restraint and emotional clarity. Adapted from the renowned one-act play by the late Pranabandhu Kar, the film carries forward a literary voice that believed realism was not an aesthetic choice, but a responsibility. The narrative does not dramatise deprivation, nor does it seek sympathy through spectacle. Instead, it reflects how systems of discipline, morality, and order are often designed without a...

In certain fields like environmental science, water quality evaluation, microbial sciences etc., keeping accurate, stable and low temperature conditions are very important because without it accurate testing is not possible at all.The BOD Incubator, or Biochemical Oxygen Demand Incubator, is a unique and highly efficient piece of equipment that helps in achieving this accuracy, providing way more than its namesake test. What is the BOD Test?The term “BOD” stands for Biochemical Oxygen Demand for the evaluation of organic pollution levels in the water, sewage and industrial effluent. The test calculates the amount of dissolved oxygen consumption done by microorganisms while the organic matter is broken down by them in a sample of water over a period of time, which is normally 5 days at a co...

Her life story is not just about professional milestones; it is about strength, balance, and purpose. From a small town like Ara, where opportunities were limited, she rose to become a respected academic, writer, journalist, and law graduate.Sports played a crucial role in shaping her early years. Representing her state in school and college competitions, she developed discipline, focus, and leadership—values that became guiding principles throughout her life.Her academic journey reflects an unwavering commitment to education. Earning a PhD in Ancient Indian History from Veer Kunwar Singh University, Ara, she specialized in Pallava art and culture. As a professor, she mentored students and contributed meaningfully to higher education.Her professional path also includes journalism, where sh...

Mumbai, India — The Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPA) announced that its President, Shri Abhay Sinha, has been elected as the President of the Film Federation of India (FFI), the apex body representing the Indian film industry.FFI serves as the national umbrella organization for film producers, distributors, exhibitors, studios, and allied associations across the country. The federation plays a pivotal role in policy advocacy, industry development, and global representation of Indian cinema. It is also the officially recognized body responsible for selecting India’s entry to the Academy Awards.Shri Abhay Sinha’s election follows shortly after his unanimous appointment as Vice President of the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF), reflecting the...

05  January, 2025; Mumbai, India: Woodland set out to amplify the excitement around its End of Season Sale by taking the campaign to Connected TV, choosing a high-impact 3D Masthead format to make the announcement impossible to miss. The objective was clear: maximise brand awareness at the peak of the season, highlight the up to 40 percent offer across core outdoor categories, and reinforce Woodland’s presence in moments where viewers are most attentive. By partnering with Frodoh, Woodland leveraged prime-time visibility with a striking 3D creative canvas to put the sale front and centre for CTV audiences. To bring the sales narrative alive, Woodland used a fully immersive 3D Masthead that transformed the CTV home screen into a dynamic storefront. The format highlights Woodland’s signature...

Cureoynx Pharma Private Limited is quickly becoming a recognized name in India’s healthcare and hygiene industry. The company has introduced its consumer hygiene brand CISTO, taking an important step toward improving everyday cleanliness and public health. CISTO focuses on quality, safety, and affordability to meet the changing hygiene needs of homes and commercial spaces. Cureoynx Pharma was founded with the goal of merging pharmaceutical expertise with consumer convenience. The company develops science-backed products that provide effective hygiene solutions. Stringent quality assurance and regulatory compliance processes ensure that each product demonstrates reliability and trust. With the launch of CISTO, Cureoynx Pharma strengthens its position in the growing hygiene and surface care ...

India’s local service economy is powered by millions of small technicians, contractors, and neighbourhood businesses but for decades, this workforce has remained largely unorganized. Customers struggle to find reliable help, while skilled professionals face irregular work, heavy commissions, and dependency on middlemen.Addressing this deep-rooted gap, The Mistry App is emerging as a powerful enabler of local businesses by connecting them directly with nearby customers—fairly, transparently, and without commissions.A Platform Designed for Local RealityUnlike typical service marketplaces built around ads, paid rankings, and commissions, The Mistry is built on real on-ground experience. Backed by over 17 years of civil contracting and technical fieldwork, the platform understands the everyday...

Hyderabad, India — Across India’s cities and towns, a new form of sports entrepreneurship is quietly gaining momentum. From indoor cricket nets and box cricket arenas to outdoor pay-and-play centres, young entrepreneurs are building profitable cricket businesses-often starting small, with just one cricket bowling machine. What was once limited to professional academies has now become accessible to everyone. Commercial cricket centres allow players to book short sessions and play without long-term commitments, large grounds, or expensive gear. This simple pay-and-play model has created a strong and repeatable business opportunity, especially for first-time founders. A Business Model Young Entrepreneurs Are Choosing: Many commercial cricket centres across India have been started with an init...