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PUNJAB INKS MoU STPI TO BRING RS 29-CR “NEURON 2.0” INCUBATION CENTRE TO MOHALI

PUNJAB INKS MoU STPI TO BRING RS 29-CR “NEURON 2.0” INCUBATION CENTRE TO MOHALI

CHANDIGARH (GURPREET SINGH): In a major push to position Punjab as a national hub for technology-driven entrepreneurship, the Punjab Government signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) to set up “Startup Punjab Hub –Neuron 2.0” at STPI Mohali with an investment of ₹29 crore. The state-of-the-art technology incubation centre will focus on cybersecurity and next-gen startups to further strengthening state’s startup ecosystem. Punjab Industries and Commerce Minister Mr. Aman Arora witnessed the signing of the MoU at Udyog Bhawan here. The agreement was signed by Director Industries and Commerce-cum-Punjab Startup Nodal Officer Mr.…
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Punjab Braces for More Rain as Monsoon Stays Active; Chandigarh May Get Thunderstorms

Punjab Braces for More Rain as Monsoon Stays Active; Chandigarh May Get Thunderstorms

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is likely to witness another spell of monsoon rain on Thursday, with showers forecast across the state and cloudy conditions expected to persist in Chandigarh. The continuing rainfall has brought a marginal decline in temperatures, offering some relief from the prevailing warmth. The weather department has predicted light to moderate rain in various parts of Punjab. Chandigarh is expected to remain partly cloudy, while isolated spells of rain accompanied by thunder and lightning cannot be ruled out. Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Nawanshahr, Rupnagar and Mohali are among the areas likely to receive light to moderate showers. Rain is…
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Four Months. Eleven Stores. Keemti's Rapid Rise Signals Bold Retail Ambitions, Eyes 88 Stores by Year-End

Four Months. Eleven Stores. Keemti's Rapid Rise Signals Bold Retail Ambitions, Eyes 88 Stores by Year-End

Keemti Jewels, the contemporary lab grown diamond jewellery brand founded by Armaan Kothari and backed by the Kothari Group, entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath and Kavin Shah, has rapidly emerged as one of India's fastest-growing jewellery brands, building a network of 11 retail stores within just four months of launch. Leveraging this momentum, the brand is now targeting an ambitious 88-store network by December 2026, as it accelerates its retail expansion to strengthen market share and establish a nationwide presence.   Four Months. Eleven Stores. Keemti's Rapid Rise Signals Bold Retail Ambitions, Eyes 88 Stores by Year-End   The milestone underscores Keemti's…
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Intex Partners with Sri Lanka Cricket as National Team Sponsor for India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026

Intex Partners with Sri Lanka Cricket as National Team Sponsor for India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026

Intex Technologies, one of India’s leading consumer electronics brands, has announced its association as the National Team Sponsor of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) for the upcoming India Tour of Sri Lanka 2026, marking a significant step in the brand’s growing engagement with international cricket.   Intex Technologies Director Mr. Keshav Bansal unveils the Jersey with Sri Lanka Captain Mr. Dhananjaya de Silva   As part of the partnership, the Intex brand will feature prominently on the front of the Sri Lanka Cricket team jersey, alongside high-impact visibility across LED perimeter boards during the two-match Test series. The 1st Test is…
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Ai+ Smartphone is Planning to Expand with 100 Plus New Service Centres in South India, Strengthens Regional Growth Footprint

Ai+ Smartphone is Planning to Expand with 100 Plus New Service Centres in South India, Strengthens Regional Growth Footprint

Ai+ Smartphone, the homegrown technology brand, is significantly expanding its regional presence across South India with plans to add 100+ authorised service centres across South Indian markets. The expansion comes as the region gains importance in the brand’s growth strategy, as Ai+ continues its national momentum with over 2 million units sold and Rs. 2,600 crore+ in sales order value.   Ai+ Smartphone is planning to expand with 100+ New Service Centres in South India, Strengthens Regional Growth Footprint The service centre expansion builds on Ai+'s current network of 106 authorised centres across 74 cities and eight states/UTs in South…
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Government Clears Minda Instruments to Manufacture Display Modules Under ECMS

Government Clears Minda Instruments to Manufacture Display Modules Under ECMS

Minda Instruments Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Minda Corporation and part of the Spark Minda Group, has received government approval to manufacture Display Module Sub-Assemblies, a component the country has largely imported until now. The clearance came under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), part of a batch of 31 new proposals the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved on August 17, taking the scheme's total to 106 projects. TXB Optics received the same approval in the same round, for the same component.   Aakash Minda, Executive Director of Spark Minda receives the Government of India’s ECMS approval…
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Ambience Malls Celebrate India's Heroes, Heritage and Young Voices

Ambience Malls Celebrate India's Heroes, Heritage and Young Voices

Ambience Malls across Gurgaon and Vasant Kunj marked Independence Day with thoughtfully curated celebrations bringing together military heritage, Indian craftsmanship, art, music and the creative energy of young India. Through installations, performances and cultural showcases, the celebrations offered visitors contemporary expressions of patriotism while reflecting on India’s journey, heritage and future.   Ambience Malls Celebrate India’s Heroes, Heritage and Young Voices   Ambience Mall Gurgaon: A Tribute to India’s Heroes, Heritage and Young Voices At Ambience Mall Gurgaon, the Independence Day celebrations opened with a flag-hoisting ceremony, setting the tone for a day centred on pride, togetherness and national spirit.…
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Paramhansa Swami Vishwananda to Bring Two Sacred Days of Spirituality and Devotion to Calgary

Paramhansa Swami Vishwananda to Bring Two Sacred Days of Spirituality and Devotion to Calgary

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Calgary is set to host two special spiritual gatherings featuring Paramahamsa Swami Vishwananda on September 13 and 14, 2026. The Darshan Blessing will take place on Sunday, September 13, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Shepard Community Hall, 10800 84 Street SE. The evening will include personal blessings, devotional kirtan, inspirational talks, and vegan/vegetarian food. On Monday, September 14, from 6 to 10 p.m., the Ganesh Chaturthi & Bhajan Jamming event will be held at the New Indo-Canadian Centre, Bay 8, 30 Avenue NE, Calgary. The program will feature live bhajan jamming, sacred rituals, inspirational talks and…
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RCMP Warn Two Canadian Sikh Activists of Potential Threats to Their Lives

RCMP Warn Two Canadian Sikh Activists of Potential Threats to Their Lives

Ontario (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian authorities have issued security warnings to two Sikh separatist activists, informing them that police have received intelligence indicating a potential threat to their lives, according to reports in Canadian media. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) sent “duty to warn” notices to Inderjeet Singh Gosal, based in Caledon, Ontario, and Manjinder Singh of Abbotsford, British Columbia. Both men are associated with efforts advocating the creation of an independent Sikh state in India. Gosal reportedly received the notification on August 14 after being contacted by the RCMP. The police communication is understood to have described the threat…
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Sensex, Nifty Slide as Crude Oil Surge and Middle East Uncertainty Rattle Investors

Sensex, Nifty Slide as Crude Oil Surge and Middle East Uncertainty Rattle Investors

Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Indian equities opened lower on Wednesday, with the Sensex and Nifty extending their recent decline as investors reacted to a sharp rise in crude oil prices and continuing uncertainty in the Middle East. The BSE Sensex fell 166.19 points to 77,070.93 in early trading, while the NSE Nifty 50 was down 59 points at 24,096.75. The weakness was broad-based, with several heavyweight stocks coming under selling pressure. Tata Steel, Larsen & Toubro, Bajaj Finance, Bharat Electronics, Power Grid and Mahindra & Mahindra were among the prominent stocks trading lower. Some counters bucked the trend. HCL Technologies, Infosys,…
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