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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's AOL-SSRDP Partners with NHPC to Launch Integrated Border Area Development Centre in Jammu

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's AOL-SSRDP Partners with NHPC to Launch Integrated Border Area Development Centre in Jammu

In a landmark collaboration to uplift India’s border communities, Art of Living’s Sri Sri Rural Development Program Trust (AOL-SSRDP) and NHPC Limited have joined hands to establish an Integrated Border Area Development Centre (IBADC) in Suchetgarh, R.S. Pura, and Akhnoor.   Shri Anand Kumar Tembhare, General Manager (NHPC), Shri Miren Kumar Verma, HOD (CSR), NHPC and Shri Prasana Prabhu, Chairman of AOL-SSRDP & AOL-SSIAST   The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Shri Prasana Prabhu, Chairman – Art of Living Social Projects (AOL-SSRDP & AOL-SSIAST), and Shri Anand Kumar Tembhare, General Manager – NHPC, in the presence of Shri…
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Global Fintech Awards 2025 Celebrate Trailblazers Redefining the Global Fintech Landscape

Global Fintech Awards 2025 Celebrate Trailblazers Redefining the Global Fintech Landscape

The sixth edition of the world’s largest annual fintech conference, the Global Fintech Fest 2025 (GFF 2025), was held in Mumbai October 7-9. More than 400 sessions where visionaries from India and over 100 countries shared their insights. Also instituted under GFF 2025 were the Global Fintech Awards (GFA) 2025. The awards, announced at a gala on October 8, at Jio World Centre, Mumbai, honoured and celebrated the exceptional achievements of trailblazers of the fintech ecosystem.   Global Fintech Awards 2025 The two main fields in which the GFA 2025 were given aware were Excellence in Banking Tech, and Excellence…
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Cinepolis Launches a New 10-screen Multiplex in Hyderabad

Cinepolis Launches a New 10-screen Multiplex in Hyderabad

Cinepolis, the first international cinema exhibitor and one of India’s leading multiplex chains, announced the launch of its newest multiplex at TNR North City, Hyderabad. The opening marks another step in Cinepolis’ national growth strategy and reflects its focus on expanding access to modern, technology-enabled cinematic experiences across India.   Macro XE at Cinepolis TNR North City, Hyderabad   The new 10-screen multiplex is built to offer a seamless and comfortable viewing experience. It features advanced projection and sound technologies, including Macro XE, RealD 3D, and Dolby formats, with a total seating capacity of nearly 1,900. From immersive visuals and…
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Fire Erupts on Moving Garib Rath Train Near Sirhind, Several Injured Amid Panic

Fire Erupts on Moving Garib Rath Train Near Sirhind, Several Injured Amid Panic

Punjab (Gurpreet Singh): A major scare unfolded early Saturday morning when a fire broke out aboard the Saharsa-bound Amritsar-Saharsa Garib Rath Express shortly after it crossed Sirhind station in Punjab. The incident occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m., triggering chaos among passengers. The fire originated in coach G-19, where passengers first noticed smoke seeping through the windows and raising alarms. The train was brought to an emergency halt as the loco pilot immediately engaged the emergency brakes. Railway staff, assisted by local responders, managed to contain the blaze before it could spread to adjacent compartments. Although there were no fatalities, several…
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Afghanistan Bows Out of Cricket Tournament Following Deadly Airstrike on Players

Afghanistan Bows Out of Cricket Tournament Following Deadly Airstrike on Players

KABUL (Rajeev Sharma): The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) has announced its immediate withdrawal from the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I cricket series after three Afghan cricketers were killed in a Pakistani airstrike in the southeastern province of Paktika. The strike, which took place on Friday, has sparked outrage across Afghanistan and cast a shadow over ongoing peace efforts between the two countries. The ACB released an official statement expressing sorrow and anger over the loss, confirming that the players — identified as Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Haroon — were killed in Urgun district after returning from a friendly cricket match in Sharana, the…
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Renewed Violence Erupts as Pakistan Strikes Afghan Border Areas Following Ceasefire Lapse

Renewed Violence Erupts as Pakistan Strikes Afghan Border Areas Following Ceasefire Lapse

Islamabad/Kabul (Rajeev Sharma): Cross-border tensions surged once again late Friday after Pakistan reportedly launched airstrikes inside Afghan territory, just hours after a fragile two-day ceasefire came to an end. The renewed violence threatens to derail ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing hostilities between the two countries. Afghan security officials confirmed that Pakistani aircraft targeted multiple locations in the southeastern province of Paktika and surrounding areas near the frontier. Among the sites hit was a civilian residence in Khandar village, where authorities claim several people lost their lives. “Bombardments were carried out in three separate areas close to the border,” said…
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Mass Gathering in Jagraon as Fans, Leaders, and Artists Bid Farewell to Rajvir Jawanda

Mass Gathering in Jagraon as Fans, Leaders, and Artists Bid Farewell to Rajvir Jawanda

Jagraon (Gurpreet Singh): Grief and remembrance filled the air in Jagraon on Friday as thousands came together to pay their final respects to renowned Punjabi singer Rajvir Jawanda, whose sudden death in a road accident earlier this week has left a deep void in the cultural landscape of Punjab. The bhog ceremony, held in his native village, saw a massive turnout from across the state and beyond. From political leaders to fellow musicians, social workers to everyday fans, people arrived in overwhelming numbers to honour the memory of the late singer. Among the prominent attendees were Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit…
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Violent Unrest Grips Peru as Gen Z-Led Protests Leave One Dead, Dozens Injured

Violent Unrest Grips Peru as Gen Z-Led Protests Leave One Dead, Dozens Injured

LIMA (Rajeev Sharma): A wave of youth-led protests in Peru demanding President Jose Jarry’s resignation has turned violent, resulting in the death of a 32-year-old demonstrator and injuries to more than 100 individuals, according to official sources. The unrest, sparked by frustrations over economic inequality and lack of social reforms, has been growing for weeks. The latest protest, organized largely by young activists from the so-called Gen Z movement, saw thousands pour into the streets in a coordinated nationwide action. Tragedy struck when Eduardo Ruiz, a local hip-hop artist known for his activism, was fatally shot during a large rally.…
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False Bomb Threat at Delhi School Sparks Panic, Student Confesses to Sending Email to Avoid Exam

False Bomb Threat at Delhi School Sparks Panic, Student Confesses to Sending Email to Avoid Exam

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A bomb scare that prompted a full-scale emergency response at a school in Delhi’s Paschim Vihar area has turned out to be a false alarm, with police tracing the threat back to a student who allegedly wanted to skip an exam. The incident took place on when the principal of Vishal Bharti Public School received a disturbing email claiming there was a bomb on the school premises. The school administration immediately contacted the police, triggering a swift response from emergency services. "Following the alert, we deployed bomb detection teams, dog squads, and fire service units to…
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A Conglomerate's Strategy to Keep Vietnam's Growth in Its Own Hands

A Conglomerate's Strategy to Keep Vietnam's Growth in Its Own Hands

When Vingroup, the largest private conglomerate in Vietnam, launched VinMetal in September 2025, it made clear that this was about more than steel. The company is investing about 380 million dollars to produce construction steel and high-strength alloys. Its first customers will be within the group itself, supplying projects for Vinhomes and VinFast. Over time, VinMetal will also target major infrastructure works and exports. “VinMetal is not just a steel plant,” said Nguyen Viet Quang, Vingroup’s vice Chairman and CEO. “It represents a strategic preparation for a modern, green, and sustainable infrastructure future for Vietnam.”   In the first three…
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