IIT Kanpur Class of 1986 Pledges ₹11 Crore Towards Transformational Campus Initiatives at 40-Year Reunion

Kanpur: The Class of 1986, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), during their 40-Year Reunion, announced a collective pledge of ₹11 Crore to support three landmark legacy projects on campus. The reunion, which is being held from 18th – 21st December 2025, brought together alumni from across the globe to reconnect with their alma mater, celebrate four decades of shared journeys, and contribute meaningfully to IIT Kanpur’s future. The pledged amount will be directed towards three batch legacy initiatives that address student life, wellbeing, and community engagement on campus:…

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GEON Launches All-in-One Power Backup Solution for Homes and Small Businesses

New Delhi: Amid persistent challenges such as power cuts, voltage fluctuations and unreliable electricity supply across several parts of the country, uninterrupted and dependable power backup has become a necessity rather than a luxury for households and small businesses. Addressing this growing need, energy storage company GEON has introduced a next-generation all-in-one power backup solution designed to offer reliable, maintenance-free performance. GEON, a part of Kabra Extrusion Technik Limited, which carries a legacy of over 60 years, and the engineering-driven Kolsite Group, has launched the G Lithium Integrated Inverter Solution.…

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PNB MetLife Strengthens Presence in Uttar Pradesh with New Branch in Bareilly

Bareilly: PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited, one of India’s leading life insurance providers, has announced the opening of a new branch in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, further strengthening its footprint in the state. The launch reflects the company’s continued commitment to making insurance more accessible and ensuring that customers receive dependable advice and policy-related services closer to where they live. The new Bareilly branch is aimed at enhancing customer convenience by offering personalized assistance, quicker service delivery, and a stronger local connect. With this expansion, PNB MetLife seeks to deepen…

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ICICI Prudential Life Launches New Fund Bringing India’s Top Sector Leaders Under One Portfolio

Bhopal: ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited has announced the launch of the ICICI Pru Sector Leaders Index Fund, a new offering under its popular Unit Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs). The fund aims to provide investors with a ready-made equity portfolio that offers exposure to leading companies across more than 20 key sectors of the Indian economy. Designed for investors who prefer a simple, rule-based approach to equity investing, the new fund eliminates the need for individual stock selection while enabling participation in market-leading companies. It is positioned as a…

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Google Pay and Axis Bank launch FLEX

 A UPI-Powered, Digital, Co-branded Credit Card built for India’s Financial Needs Flex launches with the Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card – the first card under this offering Built on the RuPay network, Flex simplifies the credit card experience enabling a fully digital application process, instant reward redemption, and flexible repayment options directly within the Google Pay app Nagpur : Axis Bank and Google today joined forces to launch the Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card, a UPI-powered co-branded credit card designed to simplify and elevate the entire…

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Tall Stature, Towering Influence: The Legacy of ‘Tall Leaders’ in Indian Politics

New Delhi: In Indian politics, stature is not measured merely in feet and inches. A leader’s true height is defined by ideas, decisions, struggles, and the trust they command among the people. Yet, there is no denying that when a leader steps onto a public platform, a tall frame, confident posture, and commanding presence create an immediate and lasting impression. This blend of physical stature and political weight has long shaped public perception in Indian democracy. Over the decades, Indian politics has witnessed several towering personalities whose physical height came…

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Chrysanthemum & Coleus Show Paints CSIR–NBRI in Colour, Concludes on a High Note

Lucknow: A riot of colours, fragrances, and festive cheer marked the grand conclusion of the two-day Annual Chrysanthemum and Coleus Show–2025 at CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow. Drawing an overwhelming response from the general public, students, women, plant lovers, and gardening enthusiasts, the show once again reaffirmed its place as one of the city’s most eagerly awaited floral celebrations. From exquisitely curated chrysanthemum blooms to strikingly patterned coleus varieties, the institute campus turned into a living canvas of nature’s artistry. Visitors across age groups were seen strolling through the…

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CSIR–NBRI Launches New Indigenous Chrysanthemum Varieties ‘NBRI-Madhukram’ and ‘NBRI-Shukra’

Lucknow: CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR–NBRI), Lucknow, today formally launched two new indigenous chrysanthemum varieties—‘NBRI-Madhukram’ and ‘NBRI-Shukra’—during the Annual Chrysanthemum & Coleus Show–2025, reaffirming the institute’s leadership in ornamental plant breeding and floriculture innovation. The varieties were unveiled by the dignitaries in the presence of scientists, growers, exhibitors, and the general public, marking an important milestone in CSIR–NBRI’s efforts to develop high-value, visually distinctive ornamental crops suited to Indian conditions. ‘NBRI-Madhukram’ (एन बी आर आई–मधुक्रम) is a new anemone-type chrysanthemum characterized by its unique honey-comb shaped hemispherical disc and attractive…

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A Squad Built on Balance, Awaiting Validation

Retired Cricket Veteran Ashok Bambi  Lucknow: The Indian squad for the forthcoming World Cup has been announced well in advance, a move that has sparked both optimism and debate. While early selection gives players clarity and time to prepare, announcing the final team nearly 50 days before the tournament begins also raises valid questions. It may have been more prudent to wait until the conclusion of the series against New Zealand, which could have offered selectors a clearer picture of form, fitness, and combinations under pressure. That said, the selected…

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Repertwahr Festival Season 13 Concludes with a Grand, Soulful Finale

Lucknow: Repertwahr Festival Season 13 drew to a resounding close on Sunday at Janeshwar Mishra Park, as the city gathered for one final, luminous celebration of poetry, music, theatre, laughter, and community under the winter sky. Day 4 unfolded as a seamless passage between nostalgia and hope, scripting a memorable closing chapter to the four-day cultural extravaganza. The concluding day brought together diverse artistic expressions, turning the park into a vibrant cultural corridor where literature, stand-up comedy, live music, gourmet flavours, and handcrafted art coexisted in effortless harmony. From reflective…

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