Month: January 2026

India, Israel to Collaborate on Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture

Vijay Raman

India and Israel have signed a Joint Ministerial Declaration of Intent to strengthen bilateral collaboration in the fisheries and aquaculture sectors, aiming to enhance productivity, sustainability and technological innovation.   The declaration was signed during a high-level meeting between ministers of the two countries, reflecting their shared commitment to deepen cooperation in areas such as aquaculture technologies, fish health management, capacity building and knowledge exchange. The partnership is expected to support India’s efforts to modernise its fisheries sector while drawing on Israel’s expertise in advanced aquaculture practices.   Officials said…

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Researchers studied climate records, conservation, and biodiversity from a lake in Tamil Nadu

Vijay Raman

The Indian Researchers have uncovered long-term climate records from sediment samples collected from a lake in Tamil Nadu, shedding light on historical climate variations that could help guide conservation and biodiversity management strategies.   The study involved analysing layered lake sediments that preserve evidence of past environmental conditions, including rainfall patterns, vegetation changes and monsoon variability over thousands of years. Researchers found that periods of stronger and weaker monsoons significantly influenced the region’s ecosystems, affecting water availability and biological diversity.   By examining how landscapes and ecosystems responded to earlier climate…

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​Turn Monday Blues into Movie Magic: Your Republic Day Long Weekend Watchlist

Vijay Raman

As the spirit for nationalism comes near, it is time to brighten your screens with stories that shine with emotion, courage, and freedom. It's the perfect time to unwind with a meaningful binge-watch in addition to flag hoisting, family dinners, and a well-earned day off. With Airtel IPTV, you can enjoy these cinematic experiences on the big screen from the comfort of your home. Bringing together 29+ top streaming apps, 600+ live TV channels, and a massive on-demand library, Airtel IPTV makes your festive binge-watching brighter and better than ever.These…

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Build Connect 2026 to Focus on Dealer–Distributor Network as Steel and Construction Sector Scales Up

Vijay Raman

# Trade-led steel distribution expected to rise from 50 million tonnes in FY25 to nearly 70 million tonnes by 2030 as industry capacity expands India’s steel and construction materials sector is entering a phase of accelerated expansion, supported by rising production capacities and sustained domestic demand. According to BigMint, India’s steel production crossed 160 million tonnes in CY25, with installed capacity expected to move towards 300 million tonnes by 2030. Cement capacities are also expanding in parallel, driven by continued momentum in infrastructure development and housing. As capacity expansion gathers…

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​Neokred CEO Rohith Reji Secures Back-to-Back Forbes 30 Under 30 Wins, Cementing Status as a Fintech Disruptor

Vijay Raman

Rohith Reji, Co-founder & CEO of Neokred, has been featured in the Forbes 30 Under 30 India 2026 list in the Finance & Fintech category.  This marks a rare, consecutive recognition for the young tech leader, following his inclusion in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list in 2025. The recognition highlights Reji’s pivotal role in architecting India’s next-generation Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and establishing Neokred as a formidable force in the B2B financial middleware space.  Architecting the Rails of Modern Finance Since its inception in 2019, Neokred has pivoted from a…

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SVC Bank Enters Landmark 120th Year: Blending a Century of Cooperative Trust with Future-Ready Digital Innovation

Vijay Raman

SVC Bank, formerly known as The Shamrao Vithal Co-operative Bank Ltd, a multi-state scheduled bank in India, commemorated its Foundation Day, marking the milestone of entering its 120th year of commitment to ethical banking, customer centricity, and inclusive financial growth. Founded in 1906, the Bank has consistently upheld the cooperative spirit while evolving with changing times to meet the financial needs of individuals, businesses, and communities. On this occasion, the Bank reflected on its history of service while reaffirming its focus on governance, digital initiatives, and customer experience. Over the years, SVC…

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Municipal Elections & Union Budget – And the Future of Pune Real Estate

Vijay Raman

– by Anil Pharande, Chairman – Pharande Spaces The elections for the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal (PCMC) governments that are happening right now are not just about politics in those cities. They're about the infrastructure, the cost of housing, and the future liveability of two cities that have become magnets for millions of Indians looking for jobs, homes, and a better quality of life. At the same time, with the Union Budget just weeks away, real estate industry stakeholders are waiting to see if the government finally puts affordable housing…

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Indian Scientists decode new avenues for research on healthy ageing

Vijay Raman

Scientists have identified promising new pathways to advance research on healthy ageing, offering fresh insights into how tissues maintain function over time and how age-related decline may be slowed or prevented.   In a recent study, researchers found that ageing is not driven solely by changes within stem cells, but also by alterations in their surrounding microenvironment, known as the stem cell niche. The study highlights that damage to supporting cells and signalling systems can impair the regenerative capacity of stem cells, even when the stem cells themselves remain intact.…

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ICAR partners with NDDB to strengthen agri research ecosystem

Vijay Raman

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) have entered into a strategic alliance to strengthen collaboration in research, innovation and extension activities across the agriculture and dairy sectors.   The partnership aims to leverage the scientific expertise and institutional strengths of both organisations to enhance productivity, sustainability and technology adoption. Under the alliance, ICAR and NDDB will work together on joint research programmes, capacity building, technology development, and effective dissemination of innovations to farmers and stakeholders.   The collaboration is expected to accelerate…

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India successfully flight-tests MPATGM with top-attack capability

Vijay Raman

Third Generation Fire & Forget Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM) with top attack capability was flight-tested successfully against a moving target in KK Ranges, Ahilya Nagar, Maharashtra by DRDO’s Defence Research & Development Laboratory, Hyderabad on January 11, 2026. The indigenously developed MPATGM consists of state-of-the-art indigenous technologies like Imaging Infrared (IIR) Homing Seeker, all electric Control Actuation System, Fire Control System, Tandem Warhead, propulsion system and high performance sighting system, which are developed by DRDO’s sister laboratories namely Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad, Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory, Chandigarh, High…

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