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India Sets Up Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool with ₹12,980 Crore Sovereign Guarantee
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool approved with ₹12,980 crore guarantee to ensure affordable maritime coverage and reduce foreign dependency.
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Startup India Initiative Hits Record High: 55,200+ Startups Recognized in FY 2025-26
Startup India initiative records 55,200+ startups in FY26, crossing 2.23 lakh total and creating 23.36 lakh jobs with strong funding and innovation growth.
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IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme Selects 10 AI Startups for Cohort II
IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme selects 10 AI startups for Cohort II to scale globally with support from Station F and HEC Paris.
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IIT Palakkad Launches B.Tech Programme in Materials Engineering, Expands Research Ecosystem
IIT Palakkad launches B.Tech in Materials Engineering and expands research with supercomputing facility and advanced NMR capabilities.
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MSME Ministry signs MoU with NICDC Logistics Data Services to enable real-time logistics data, boost efficiency, and strengthen MSME supply chains.
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FLY91 Launches New Routes Linking Solapur, Hubballi, Hyderabad and Bengaluru
FLY91 expands its network with Hubballi entry and 3 new routes, boosting regional connectivity and launching Smartbag91 for flexible travel.
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Cuppa Appoints Sharath Ravikumar as CEO to Drive Franchise-Led Expansion
Sharath Ravikumar appointed CEO of Cuppa as the brand accelerates franchise-led expansion across South India and global markets.
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SecurEyes Leads Strategic Talks on Cybersecurity Risks in Financial Systems
SecurEyes leads global discussions on cyber resilience and quantum readiness at central banking meetings, highlighting systemic risks and future cybersecurity challenges.
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India Notifies First Chip Fabrication Plant at Dholera SEZ to Boost Semiconductor Ecosystem
India notifies first Chip Fabrication plant at Dholera SEZ by Tata, boosting semiconductor ecosystem, investments, and high-skilled employment generation.
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India Startup Funding Tracker shows funding dropping 85.30% to $42.9M for Apr 10–16, 2026, with no IPOs or acquisitions recorded.
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Scania Expands India Presence with New Bengaluru Office and Axis Bank Financing Tie-up
Scania expands in India with a new Bengaluru office and Axis Bank partnership, strengthening customer ecosystem and financing access.
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Wipro Q4 FY26: Revenue Grows, Strong Cash Flow and ₹150 Billion Buyback Plan
Wipro Q4 FY26 results show steady revenue growth, stable margins, strong cash flow, and ₹150 billion buyback approval by the board.
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Dr Beena Pillai Named Director of Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr Beena Pillai appointed Director of BRIC-RGCB, Thiruvananthapuram, bringing expertise in RNA biology and genomics research leadership.
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West Asia Conflict Hits India’s Aviation, Tourism; ₹18,000 Crore Loss Estimated: PHDCCI
West Asia conflict disrupts aviation, cuts inbound tourism by 20%, and impacts hospitality, causing ₹18,000 crore losses: PHDCCI report.
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Sonia Parandekar Joins Rippling as SVP Engineering
Rippling appoints Sonia Parandekar as SVP Engineering and India head to drive global product expansion and strengthen its Bengaluru hub.
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IITM Pravartak and Sarvam AI Partner to Build Sovereign AI Solutions for India
IITM Pravartak partners Sarvam AI to develop sovereign AI solutions for India, focusing on multilingual models, data sovereignty, and key sectors.
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InFiniTe: LeadHerShip Launched by Aditya Birla Capital to Boost Women-Led Fintech Startups
Aditya Birla Capital launches LeadHerShip to mentor and incubate women entrepreneurs in fintech, driving inclusive innovation and leadership in financial services.
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Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Wipro 3D Launch Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TTTI
Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Wipro 3D partner to launch Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence at TTTI for advanced manufacturing skills.
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AI Hiring Startup TraqCheck Raises $8M Led by IvyCap Ventures
TraqCheck raises $8M Series A with IIFL Fintech Fund to scale AI-driven hiring infrastructure and autonomous HR workflows across global enterprises.
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Business Core Solutions Acquires Techie2Pillar to Accelerate Enterprise AI Execution
Business Core Solutions acquires Techie2Pillar to scale enterprise AI execution and expand ASaaS with agent-driven workflows.
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Orbital Announces 2027 Launch for First Space-Based AI Data Center Mission
Orbital to launch Orbital-1 in 2027, aiming to deploy AI data centers in space using solar power and orbital infrastructure.
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Sawai Capital Closes ₹300 Crore Structured Credit Deals with Zero Delinquencies in Q4
Sawai Capital executes ₹300 crore+ structured credit deals in Q4, delivering 18–24% yields with zero delinquencies in India’s real estate credit market.
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BIScience Debuts AdClarity AI Suite, Automating 85 Per Cent of Ad Analysis
BIScience launches AdClarity AI Suite, transforming cross-media ad intelligence with AI chatbot and insights, automating 85% of analysis.
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Nihon Kohden Launches Advanced Life Scope E7 Monitoring Platform for Indian Hospitals
Nihon Kohden launches Life Scope E7 in India, offering advanced multi-parameter patient monitoring with EMR integration and digital health readiness.
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Reel Se Real Star: Birla Studios Partners with Vi to Launch Mobile-First Talent Hunt
Birla Studios partners with Vi to launch ‘Reel Se Real Star’, a mobile-first platform democratizing acting opportunities across India.
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Innova HyCross: Toyota Kirloskar Motor Achieves 2 Lakh Sales Milestone in India
Innova HyCross crosses 2 lakh sales in India as Toyota Kirloskar Motor highlights strong demand for hybrid MPVs and sustainable mobility solutions.
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UNIQLO to Open New Retail Stores in Pune and Bengaluru in May and June
UNIQLO announces new stores in Pune and Bengaluru, expanding its India presence and bringing LifeWear apparel to more customers.
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Reflections Info Systems Partners with DUK, Launches GuardArcs for Cybersecurity Innovation
Reflections Info Systems launches GuardArcs to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity solutions globally, strengthening defenses against evolving digital threats.
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ANAROCK Retail RELEAP 2026: India Sees 4.3 Mn Sq. Ft. Retail Absorption in H2 2025
ANAROCK Retail RELEAP 2026 reports 4.3 Mn sq. ft. retail absorption in H2 2025, with high streets outperforming malls and strong leasing momentum.
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AB PMJAY Auto Adjudication Hackathon 2026 Attracts 2,600+ Registrations, Finale at IISc Bengaluru
AB PMJAY Auto Adjudication Hackathon 2026 by NHA invites innovators to build AI-driven solutions for faster, transparent healthcare claims processing.
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Casey Aviation Partners with TDB-DST for Advanced Hybrid Propulsion in Unmanned Aviation
Casey Aviation secures TDB-DST support under India–UK programme to develop hybrid propulsion and jump take-off systems for unmanned aviation.
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Women Entrepreneurs Invited to Apply for TiE Women Program 2026 with $50,000 Equity-Free Prize
TiE Women Program 2026 invites women-led startups globally to apply for funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities on a global stage.
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TiECON Chandigarh 2026: EduBlock Pro Honoured for Blockchain-Based Exam Integrity Solution
EduBlock Pro wins STPI award at TiECON Chandigarh 2026, advancing blockchain-powered exam integrity and secure assessment systems in India.
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Humyn Labs Commits $20M to Scale the Human Intelligence Layer for Physical AI
Humyn Labs commits $20M to scale human intelligence infrastructure for Physical AI, expanding global data collection, voice models, and robotics labs.
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CARI Bengaluru Becomes First CCRAS Institute to Achieve ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation in Biochemistry & Haematology
CARI Bengaluru becomes first CCRAS institute with ISO 15189:2022 accreditation, strengthening quality diagnostics and evidence-based Ayush healthcare.
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The Equestrian Forum 2026: Maharashtra Open to MoUs to Strengthen India’s Equine Ecosystem
The Equestrian Forum 2026 highlights Maharashtra govt’s openness to MoUs and calls for structured growth in India’s equine sector.
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MyStartupValley Pune Edition Showcases How Startups Can Win with AI and Long-Term Thinking
MyStartupValley Pune Edition highlights AI strategy, patient capital, and startup growth insights shared by Harsha Mundhada and Dr. Shruti Patil.
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Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital Opens 8th Pune Centre, Offers Free Eye Check-ups Till May 31
Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital launches advanced eye care centre in Moshi, Pune, offering free eye check-ups till May 31, 2026.
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MatCare Pune Launches Janani Arogya Shibir with 100 Antenatal Camps Across City
MatCare Pune launches Janani Arogya Shibir with 100 antenatal camps to improve access to women’s health and maternal care across Pune.
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Indriya Pune Store Expansion: Aditya Birla Jewellery Opens 4th Outlet in City
Indriya Pune store expansion sees Aditya Birla Jewellery launch its 4th outlet at Phoenix Marketcity, strengthening presence in Maharashtra.
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Axis Bank Joins Banking Connect Platform to Streamline Net-Banking Payments
Banking Connect onboard Axis Bank, enabling faster checkouts, seamless net-banking, and expanding interoperable digital payment infrastructure in India.
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IDPIC Appoints K Satyanarayana Raju as CEO to Lead Digital Payment Security Push
K Satyanarayana Raju appointed MD & CEO of IDPIC to lead AI-driven digital payment fraud intelligence and strengthen India’s secure payments ecosystem.
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SWITCH Mobility Rolls Out Intercity Electric Coaches on Mumbai–Pune Route with Prasanna Purple
SWITCH Mobility launches intercity electric coaches with Prasanna Purple on Mumbai–Pune route, boosting sustainable intercity travel in India.
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QNu Labs Validates Real-World Performance of ARMOS QKD in Global Study with VIAVI
ARMOS QKD by QNu Labs validated by VIAVI shows secure 200 KM key generation, low error rates, and seamless integration with 10 Gbps networks.
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Aikam and Deakin University Launch Strategic AI Collaboration in Hyderabad
Aikam partners Deakin University to advance applied AI, research, and skilling through a strategic MoU in Telangana.
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Pepperfry Launches India’s First Factory Outlet in Pune, Expands Presence with Sixth Store
Pepperfry launches India’s first factory outlet in Pune, expanding its retail presence and enhancing customer experience with immersive furniture shopping.
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Womaniya on GeM Drives INR 28,000 Crore Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs
Womaniya empowers women entrepreneurs via GeM, enabling SHGs and MSEs to access ₹28,000 crore public procurement opportunities.
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IndiGo Partners with iPlanet to Enable BluChip Rewards on Apple Product Purchases
IndiGo partners with iPlanet to let BluChip members earn rewards on Apple purchases across online and retail stores.
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Axis Bank Signs MoU with FHRAI to Boost Hospitality Sector Financing
Axis Bank partners with FHRAI to offer tailored banking solutions, strengthening financial support for India’s hospitality sector.
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Centre for National Security Studies Examines Iran Conflict, Intelligence Warfare, and India’s Role
Centre for National Security Studies hosts PIC talk on Iran war; Ajay Shah highlights modern warfare, intelligence battles, and India’s strategic role.
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Crysta IVF Acquired by Moon Care as Redcliffe Labs Focuses on Diagnostics Expansion
Redcliffe Labs sells Crysta IVF to Moon Care, strengthening diagnostics focus while enabling Crysta IVF to expand fertility care services across India.
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Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Goes on Sale with Triple Zero Scheme, Prices Start at ₹56,999
Samsung Galaxy A57 5G sale begins April 10 with cashback, EMI offers, AI features, and flagship specs, starting at ₹56,999.
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IIT Madras Research: Renewable Energy May Overtake Fossil Fuels Only by 2050s
IIT Madras study reveals renewable energy may dominate global energy only by late 2040s, urging higher investments to meet climate targets.
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Kalpakkam PFBR Criticality: Precision Engineering by Godrej Enterprises Group Delivers Critical Components
Godrej Enterprises Group contributes critical components to India’s PFBR milestone at Kalpakkam, boosting nuclear energy and self-reliance.
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Mercedes-Benz India Sales Hit Record 19,363 Units in FY26, Top-End Luxury Drives Growth
Mercedes-Benz India Sales hit a record 19,363 units in FY26, driven by luxury growth, strong BEV demand, and new AMG launches.
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ICMAI National Seminar on Cost Audit to Spotlight Governance and Growth for Viksit Bharat
ICMAI to host National Seminar on Cost Audit in Mumbai, highlighting its role in transparency, governance, and India’s Viksit Bharat vision.
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Co.Lab Studio by Panasonic Attracts 120+ Startup Applications in Four Weeks
Panasonic boosts startup co-creation with Co.Lab Studio via IGNITION Roadshow in Bangalore, driving enterprise integration and scalable innovation.
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IndiGo, Digi Yatra and BIAL Successfully Conduct Trials for Contactless International Travel with IATA
IndiGo, Digi Yatra and BIAL demonstrate Contactless International Travel with IATA trials at BLR Airport, enabling seamless biometric global journeys.
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GTCR Finalizes Zentiva Acquisition, Eyes Expansion Across 40+ Countries
GTCR completes acquisition of Zentiva, boosting growth, innovation, and access to affordable medicines across Europe and global markets.
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Dangote Petroleum Refinery Partners with Honeywell to Boost Fuel Output and Efficiency
Honeywell deploys digital solutions to boost efficiency, output, and workforce training at Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Nigeria.
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Atlas Secures $6M Seed Funding Led by Accel and Stellaris
Atlas raises $6M seed funding led by Accel and Stellaris to expand its AI-powered platform and scale global accounting firm partnerships.
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ANAROCK FLUX FY26 Report: 60 Deals, $4.3 Bn Value, Domestic Capital Surges
ANAROCK FLUX FY26 sees USD 4.3 Bn real estate deals, 60 transactions, and rising domestic capital, marking a 7-year high in India’s property markets.
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AVIO Agritech Expansion: ASMS Strengthens Agri-Commerce Network with AYOU’s Hyderabad Rollout
AVIO Agritech expansion gains pace as ASMS launches AYOU in Hyderabad, strengthening agri-commerce, supply chains, and farmer-market connectivity.
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Tracxn India Tech Annual Funding Report 2026: India Ranks 4th Globally with $11.7B Funding
Tracxn India Tech Annual Funding Report 2026 shows India ranked 4th globally with $11.7B funding, strong early-stage growth, rising IPOs, and unicorn creation.
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Marvel Landmarks Loses in Bombay HC; ₹1.35 Crore Refund Order Stands
Bombay HC dismisses Marvel Landmarks plea, upholds 2019 RERA refund order, reinforcing homebuyer rights and finality of decisions.
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Fidelity Investments India Expands Modern Workspaces Across Bengaluru and Chennai
Fidelity Investments India enhances offices in Bengaluru and Chennai with new Mahogany workspace, reinforcing focus on innovation and collaboration.
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Global Volunteer Week: GE Aerospace Employees Drive Social Impact
GE Aerospace employees in Pune support education and sustainability initiatives during global volunteer week, strengthening community engagement.
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Sumeet SSG Partners with Pinnacle Industries for Maharashtra’s MEMS 108 Ambulance Fleet
Sumeet SSG partners with Pinnacle Industries to deliver 1,756 ambulances under Maharashtra MEMS 108 project, boosting emergency healthcare services statewide.
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Women Credit Market in India Hits ₹76 Lakh Crore: NITI Aayog Report
Women credit market in India reaches ₹76 lakh crore, says NITI Aayog report, highlighting rising participation, business lending, and financial inclusion.
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Nurturing Brilliance Initiative by Cummins Empowers 520 Engineering Aspirants
Cummins marks 20 years of nurturing brilliance, awarding scholarships to 520 students and empowering future engineers through holistic support.
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MUFG Bank Invests ₹396.18 Billion in Shriram Finance, Acquires 20% Stake
MUFG Bank invests ₹396.18 billion in Shriram Finance, acquiring a 20% stake to strengthen its India presence and boost financial inclusion.
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Alkem Expands Wellness Portfolio with Launch of A to Z Daily Supplement
Alkem launches A to Z Daily, a multivitamin supplement with 26 nutrients to support energy, immunity and mental wellness for everyday health.
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Kinetic Technologies Secures $85 Million Deal as Cyient Semiconductors Acquires Majority Stake
Kinetic Technologies completes $85M majority stake deal with Cyient Semiconductors to boost innovation, R&D, and global semiconductor growth.
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8B Unlocks UPI Payments for Indian Tourists in Central Asia with PayU
8B partners PayU to enable UPI and Indian payment methods across Central Asia, simplifying payments for Indian tourists and boosting cross-border trade.
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PLISFPI Spurs ₹9,207 Crore Investment, Empowers MSMEs and Boosts Millet-Based Product Growth
PLISFPI drives growth in India’s food processing sector with ₹10,900 crore outlay, boosting exports, jobs, and millet-based product sales.
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bob SAMVAD: Bank of Baroda Introduces AI Platform for Seamless Customer Conversations
Bank of Baroda launches bob SAMVAD, an AI-powered multilingual platform enabling seamless in-branch customer communication across 22 languages.
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Kalpakkam: Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor Reaches First Criticality Milestone
Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor achieves first criticality at Kalpakkam, marking a major milestone in India’s nuclear energy and clean power ambitions.
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Akshaya Patra: Deutsche Bank CSR Initiative Targets Classroom Hunger in Pune Schools
Deutsche Bank launches Pune kitchen with Akshaya Patra to serve 25,000 students under PM POSHAN, strengthening child nutrition and education.
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Office Leasing in Pune Sees 3.1 Mn Sq Ft Activity in Q1 2026; GCCs Lead Demand: Knight Frank India
Pune office leasing reaches 3.1 mn sq ft in Q1 2026, led by GCCs. Knight Frank highlights rising rents and strong IT sector demand.
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Blood Print of Your City: Redcliffe Labs Decodes India’s City-Level Health Data
Redcliffe Labs launches Blood Print of Your City campaign to decode urban health trends and promote preventive healthcare across India.
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Blue Cloud Softech to Acquire Global Impx in Strategic All-Share Deal
Blue Cloud Softech acquires Global Impx to build AI-driven energy and digital infrastructure platform, expanding into data centres and clean energy.
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GeM Records ₹18.4 Lakh Crore GMV Milestone, Sees Surge in MSE and Startup Participation
GeM achieves ₹18.4 lakh crore GMV, driving digital public procurement with strong MSE, startup, and state participation across India.
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Scharge Partners with UK Firm Under TDB Programme to Develop Advanced EV Charging Solutions
Scharge receives TDB-DST support under India–UK R&D programme to develop advanced EV charging infrastructure for fleet and depot operations.
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Varhad Capital Partners Velocys to Develop Biomass-to-SAF Projects in India
Varhad Capital signs MoU with Velocys to develop biomass-to-SAF projects in India, enabling cost-competitive, scalable sustainable aviation fuel production.
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Dr P. A. Inamdar University Hosts No Drugs Volunteer Campaign to Combat Substance Abuse
Pune Police launches no drugs volunteer campaign at Inamdar University to engage youth in awareness, prevention and anti-drug action.
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Horizons and Seascapes: Seafarers Present 125 Artworks Celebrating Life at Sea
Horizons and Seascapes exhibition in Pune showcases seafarers’ art, celebrating National Maritime Day and India’s growing maritime future.
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Consumer Apps Enter AI-Powered Gamification Era, Unlocking $112B Opportunity by 2031: BITKRAFT Report
Consumer apps enter AI-driven gamification era, with non-gaming apps surpassing gaming revenue and a projected $112B market by 2031.
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India’s Major Ports Handle 915 MT Cargo in FY 2025-26, Record 7.06% Growth
India’s Major Ports handle 915 MT cargo in FY26, surpassing target with 7.06% growth, boosting maritime trade and logistics efficiency.
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Bridging Lab-to-Market Gap: BioNEST Incubation Centre Supports 26 Startups
BioNEST Incubation Centre at CFTRI Mysuru boosts food startups, drives innovation, and strengthens lab-to-market linkages in India’s biotech ecosystem.
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KOICA and MoPSW Join Hands to Build Future-Ready Maritime Workforce
MoPSW signs pact with KOICA to boost shipbuilding skills in India, advancing Maritime Vision 2047 and building a future-ready maritime workforce.
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Coforge-Solstice Partnership: Coforge Forge-X to Transform P and C Insurance Modernization with Agentic AI
Coforge Forge-X powers Coforge’s partnership with Solstice Innovations to accelerate agentic AI-led P&C insurance modernization and core system transformation.
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Quectel Localizes IoT Antennas Production in India to Enhance Delivery and Flexibility
Quectel expands IoT antennas manufacturing in India with Syrma SGS to strengthen supply chain, improve delivery speed, and support local IoT demand.
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Broot AI Integrates Vonage APIs to Enable Instant CRM-Based Calling for Enterprises
Broot AI partners with Vonage to enable real-time CRM calling, improving global sales and marketing engagement through seamless communication.
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Sonalika Tractors Achieves Highest-Ever FY’26 Sales of 1.8 Lakh Units
Sonalika Tractors records highest-ever FY’26 sales of 1,80,504 units, marking its 30th year milestone with strong growth and farmer-first focus.
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UIDAI MapmyIndia Partnership to Map Authorised Aadhaar Centres on Mappls Platform
UIDAI MapmyIndia Partnership enables users to locate authorised Aadhaar Centres on Mappls App, improving access, accuracy, and convenience nationwide.
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Government Launches ₹497 Crore Export Facilitation Scheme ‘RELIEF’ Amid West Asia Disruptions
Government approves ₹497 crore RELIEF scheme under Export Facilitation to support exporters amid West Asia logistics disruptions.
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Prof Balasubramanian K Wins Top Honour at HPCL Ideation Contest 2025
Prof Balasubramanian K wins First Prize at HPCL Ideation Contest 2025 for Zeolite–MXene research targeting CO₂ and H₂S capture solutions.
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IndiGo Deploys Airbus A321XLR on Delhi–Istanbul Route from April 19
IndiGo deploys Airbus A321XLR on Delhi–Istanbul route from April 19, enhancing connectivity, comfort, and international travel experience.
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Indigenous Energy Storage Technologies Receives TDB Funding for Bio-Waste Based Sodium-Ion Battery Materials
Indigenous Energy Storage Technologies secures TDB support to commercialize bio-waste hard carbon for sodium-ion batteries, boosting sustainable energy storage in India.
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