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New Delhi [India], January 28: As the Union Budget 2026 approaches, Gujarat’s leading corporate voices have outlined clear expectations to sustain India’s growth momentum and advance the vision of a Viksit Bharat. Industry leaders across manufacturing, infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture and consulting emphasise the need for higher capital expenditure, policy continuity, ease of doing business and reforms that unlock scale and risk capital. From boosting infrastructure, housing and green construction to strengthening primary sectors, healthcare spending and regulatory simplification, Gujarat Inc. believes the Budget can play a catalytic role in accelerating investment, job creation, innovation and long-term, sustainable economic growth across the country. 1. Gokul Jaykrishna, Chairman,...

30th International Conference & Exhibition on Broadcast & Media Technology to be held from 29–31 January 2026 at ITPO, New Delhi, featuring AI Impact Summit 2026 Pre-Summit Event New Delhi [India], January 27: The Broadcast Engineering Society (India) is set to host the 30th International Conference & Exhibition on Broadcast & Media Technology – BES EXPO 2026 from 29th to 31st January 2026 at ITPO, Hall No. 12A, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The landmark event will bring together global leaders, policymakers, technologists, broadcasters, and innovators under the theme “Broadcast Intelligence Innovation: Make in India for the World.” BES EXPO 2026 will also feature a Pre-Summit Event for the AI Impact Summit 2026 on 29th January, focusing on the transformative role of Artificia...

Panaji (Goa) [India], January 24: Jayesh Vishnu Parab stands as a visionary philanthropist and entrepreneur deeply rooted in the spirit, culture, and future of Goa. Guided by a strong belief that progress must be purposeful and inclusive, he has dedicated his professional journey to contributing meaningfully to Goa’s development while aligning with India’s broader growth story. As a dynamic entrepreneur in real estate development, Jayesh Vishnu Parab approaches every project with a long-term vision. For him, real estate is not merely about infrastructure or commercial success—it is about creating spaces that enhance quality of life, support sustainable growth, and respect the unique identity of Goa. His work reflects a careful balance between modern development and cultural preservation, e...

Utrecht [Netherlands], January 23: Kinexin Convention Management, the Indian sister company of Korea’s national exhibition center KINTEX and the operating company of India’s flagship government-owned venue Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre, IICC), held high-level strategic discussions with Royal Jaarbeurs, the Netherlands’ leading trade exhibition organizer, at Royal Jaarbeurs’ headquarters in Utrecht on 13 January 2026.During the meeting, the two organizations discussed opportunities for strategic collaboration in developing and hosting international exhibitions in India, leveraging their respective institutional expertise, operational capabilities, and global industry networks. As part of the ongoing cooperation, Royal Jaarbeurs’ international divisio...

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], January 23: In a landmark achievement for digital governance, Hyderabad District Collector Hari Chandana was recently honoured by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka at Praja Bhavan. The award recognises Hyderabad district’s top performance in resolving public grievances across Telangana—a success driven by her groundbreaking innovation: India’s first WhatsApp-based grievance redressal system. A Pioneering Leap: WhatsApp Prajavani While traditional grievance platforms like CM Prajavani and Collector Prajavani have been the standard, Hari Chandana identified that physical mobility and technical complexity often excluded the most vulnerable. To solve this, she introduced WhatsApp Prajavani (74166 87878), making Hyderabad the first district in the coun...

New Delhi [India], January 21: India’s ambition to become a $5-trillion economy is not merely a macroeconomic target but a collective national mission driven by a constellation of visionary political leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, technocrats, healthcare leaders, and social reformers. “Visionaries of $5 trillion economy”: a report by The Outlook highlights such individuals whose efforts are transforming India’s growth trajectory across sectors. At the forefront of governance and policy, Union Ministers like Manohar Lal are advancing sustainable urban development and strengthening India’s power generation ecosystem, while Nitin Gadkari, through world-class highways, is accelerating national connectivity, and Ashwini Vaishnaw is strengthening India’s digital, manufacturing, and rail ecos...

Nationwide Historic Initiative by Shri Jain Dharmik Sikshan Sangh Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 20: The annual religious examination organized by Shri Jain Dharmik Sikshan Sangh witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 27,000 students from Jain pathshalas across Mumbai this year. Notably, for the first time, the examination was conducted simultaneously across India on the same day and at the same time, spanning more than 100 examination centers, from Standard 1 to Standard 36. This initiative has been recorded as a historic and proud milestone in the history of Jain Dharmik Sikshan sangh The auspicious event commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by the Sangh’s Vice President Sanjaybhai Jeevanlal Shah, Women’s Wing Vice President Alpaben Sanjaybhai Shah, Treasurer...

New Delhi [India], January 20: Several national-level recognition events were organised in the national capital during 2025, highlighting contributions in youth leadership, social service, governance, and cultural fields. The events were coordinated by organisations associated with Sumit Narayan, who has been involved in the planning and execution of multiple award ceremonies held across prominent venues in Delhi. The National Youth Inspiration Award was held on 23 January 2025, focusing on individuals engaged in youth-led initiatives, innovation, and social work. Participants from different regions attended the event. On 29 April 2025, the Desh Ratna Award ceremony took place at Kamani Auditorium, where individuals from social service, cultural, and administrative backgrounds were recogni...

Indrani Mukerjea (R) and Aakriti Sharma (L) at PVLF in New Delhi New Delhi [India], January 19: Indrani Mukerjea Enterprise brought both of its recent dance dramas — Chitrangada – Ek Sashakt Nari and Nayika Bhoomika — to the Pragati Vichar Literature Festival (PVLF) this weekend, performing at the LTG (Little Theatre Group) auditorium in New Delhi on Jan 17 and Jan 18, respectively. The two evenings, presented as part of PVLF and Frontlist Media’s festival programme, drew a strong audience response and helped widen the national footprint of Indrani Mukerjea Enterprise (IME). Both plays are choreographed and directed by Madhumita Chakraborty and Tony Chakraborty; music composed and directed by Santanu Bhattacharya; key performances by Indrani Mukerjea, Manini De, Madhumita Chakraborty, Aakr...

New Delhi [India], January 19: The Design Village (TDV), in collaboration with Studio Archohm, designed the French Pavilion at the World Book Fair, New Delhi, held at Bharat Mandapam from 10 to 18 January 2026, as part of France’s participation as Guest of Honour. The pavilion was conceived as an immersive and contemporary environment bringing together literature, architecture, and sustainability. The pavilion presented French authors and publishers while highlighting the long-standing cultural dialogue between France and India. France’s participation aligned with President Macron’s visit to India in February 2026 and reflected ongoing cooperation supported by institutions such as the Institut Français en Inde (IFI) and the Indo-French Year of Innovation 2026 (IFYoI). Commenting on the pro...