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India is currently experiencing a powerful movement aimed at enhancing healthcare safety, spearheaded by MedscapeIndia AMET and its passionate leader, radiologist Dr Sunita Dube. This initiative is calling for urgent measures to protect doctors and all healthcare workers, representing over one crore professionals from various medical fields. Their core message is clear: “Patient safety cannot exist without the safety of healthcare professionals. Doctors and healthcare workers must be protected while delivering care. Ensuring their safety is an urgent necessity to guarantee uninterrupted treatment and protect patients’ lives. A significant breakthrough occurred during the winter Parliament session when Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Fauzia Khan brought this issue to light during Zero Hour, introducing ...

A Specialist, India-First Firm with a Global MissionBy Dr. Narendra TomarFounder & Managing Director, Marshall Ridge Consulting Ltd (MRC)India is entering one of the most pivotal economic phases in its history. As the nation marches toward Viksit Bharat 2047, the vision is bold: a fully developed, technologically advanced, globally competitive India. But national transformation demands far more than ambitious plans — it requires world-class governance, AI-led capability, export-driven services, globally aligned leadership, and resilient enterprises.Marshall Ridge Consulting Ltd (MRC) was created with this urgency in mind. The firm stands on a simple conviction: India needs next-generation, AI-driven, governance-centric consulting partners built on global standards — yet deeply aligned ...

Sbzee by JVFPL has announced its entry into the Delhi NCR region, starting with Noida, to bring mandi-fresh fruits and vegetables at homes. The company is launching Ev-powered carts across residential societies, offering daily access to fresh produce sourced directly from Mandi at affordable price.EV Carts as Sbzee’s First On-Ground InitiativeThe Ev-Carts mark Sbzee’s first on-ground initiative in the region and are designed to make the brand’s freshness-first promise visible and accessible. Each cart carries a curated selection of vegetables and fruits collected directly from the Mandi during active morning supply hours. Produce is graded for quality, loaded, and brought to residential clusters where customers can purchase items at mandi-linked prices.Sbzee’s Ev-Carts will operate across ...

Kerala, a southern Indian state known for its vibrant cultural traditions and progressive public discourse, will host the Indian Cultural Congress, the country’s first-ever national cultural congress, from 20 to 22 December 2025 in Ernakulam.Conceived around the core values of Culture, Dialogue, Fraternity, Equality, and Peace, the three-day Congress will unfold across eight venues, bringing together writers, artists, filmmakers, scholars, performers, and cultural activists from all regions of India, along with participants from abroad.The Congress is being organised by a collective of cultural institutions and organisations, with the support of the Department of Culture, Government of Kerala, and aims to foreground the pluralistic and multilingual nature of Indian culture through dialogue...

Mumbai, December 16: The 7th Rollball World Cup has commenced in Dubai today, bringing together top Rollball-playing nations from across the globe for a high-intensity international tournament running from December 14 to 18. The championship is expected to showcase fast-paced action, tactical excellence, and the growing global footprint of Rollball as a competitive sport.India enters the World Cup as one of the strong contenders, building on its consistent performances in previous editions. Having emerged as a dominant force in international Rollball over the years, the Indian team aims to improve upon its silver-medal finish at the previous World Cup and reaffirm its status among the world’s elite teams.Among the players representing India is Income Tax Assistant Harshal Somnath Ghuge of ...

Ramgarh Shekhawati, Rajasthan, India  – Lakkadhaara, a distinguished name in handcrafted home furnishings, is redefining the furniture and décor landscape by combining traditional craftsmanship with sustainable practices. Founded by Kunal Meena, Prashant Meena, and Subrat Bishnoi, the company is headquartered in the culturally rich town of Ramgarh Shekhawati, Rajasthan, India, and has been making waves with its ethically produced, high-quality solid wood furniture.Empowering Artisans Through Sustainable PartnershipsAt the heart of Lakkadhaara’s mission is its commitment to empowering small-scale artisans. By forging sustainable partnerships and ensuring fair wages, the company not only provides livelihoods to skilled craftspeople but also helps preserve traditional craft techniques that ar...

MiriPiri – Move & Heal: A Movement-Led Healing Space Founded by Kulbir K Dsouza brings a rare and powerful blend of structure and soul to the mental health and wellness space through her initiative MiriPiri – Move & Heal.In a world increasingly aware of the deep connection between mental health and the body, MiriPiri – Move & Heal emerges as a compassionate, integrative therapeutic initiative founded by Kulbir K Dsouza, a Mumbai-based professional who bridges the world of corporate banking with the deeply human realm of embodied healing. Trained in Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) from the prestigious Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Kulbir’s work is rooted in the belief that healing does not belong only inside clinics—it unfolds wherever the body is allowed to speak.When ...

At just 23 years old, Pallavi Ray stands as one of Odisha’s youngest and most dynamic women entrepreneurs, fearlessly balancing the worlds of interior design, event management, academics, and dance. She is the eldest Daughter of Mr Sandeep Kumar ray and Mrs Somali Patnaik, She is the founder of Aisha Spaces, an emerging interior designing firm based in Bhubaneswar, and Rhythm Events & Management, an end-to-end event solutions company known for its creativity and execution. What makes her entrepreneurial journey remarkable is not just her age, but the strength, clarity, and resilience with which she built her professional identity.Pallavi hails from Baripada, Mayurbhanj, a culturally rich town in northern Odisha. Growing up, she absorbed the warmth, authenticity, and simplicity of her h...

Mohali: “Me No Pause Me Play” continues its impressive run and remains one of the most talked-about Punjabi films of the season. The excitement reached a new high on Thursday evening when a special screening was hosted at VR PVR Mohali, drawing packed halls, strong reactions and sustained applause throughout the show. At the heart of the film’s success is Manoj Kumar Sharma, the writer and producer of “Me No Pause Me Play,” whose vision and storytelling have struck a deep chord with audiences. His honest and sensitive writing, combined with a clear production vision, has turned the film into a powerful and relatable cinematic experience that audiences are connecting with across age groups. The special screening brought together several well-known personalities from Punjab’s creative and so...

In a dynamic equity market where performance varies across sectors and market caps many investors rely on flexicap funds for their adaptability and long term wealth creation potential. Among these the Kotak Flexicap Fund - Direct Growth has emerged as a consistent performer delivering an impressive ~18.6% CAGR over 5 years. This strong performance not only showcases its resilience across market cycles but also highlights the value of active fund management and flexible asset allocationKey TakeawaysKotak Flexicap Fund - Direct Growth delivered ~18.6% CAGR over 5 years  outperforming its benchmarkDynamic allocation across large, mid and small caps helps manage volatility and capture growthLarge cap allocation (~74%) provides stability while mid & small cap exposure adds growth potentialM...