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Taste of India Takes Another Step: Pincode Opens in Abu Dhabi!

News Desk 1 09/11/2024 0

Renowned Celebrity Chef Kunal Kapur has officially launched his much-anticipated restaurant, Pincode, at The Galleria, Al Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi. Following the remarkable success of the Dubai Hills location, Pincode has made another mark in the UAE capital, offering a unique blend of

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H. E. Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to UAE will inaugurate the 2nd Brands of India

News Desk 1 06/11/2024 0

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) with support from Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Embassy of India in UAE, Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Noida Apparel Export Cluster (NAEC), TEXMAS (Dubai) and Readymade Garments Merchants Group (Dubai) will be hosting the 2nd edition of ‘Brands of India’ from 12 to 14 November 2024 […]

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H. E. Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to UAE will inaugurate the 2nd Brands of India

News Desk 1 05/11/2024 0

The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) with support from Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, Embassy of India in UAE, Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC), Noida Apparel Export Cluster (NAEC), TEXMAS (Dubai) and Readymade Garments Merchants Group (Dubai) will be hosting the 2nd edition of ‘Brands of India’ from 12 to 14 November 2024 […]

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Fugro appoints Annabelle Vos as Group Director Middle East & India

News Desk 1 03/11/2024 0

Fugro’s Board of Management has appointed Annabelle Vos as Group Director for the Middle East & India. Annabelle will take over responsibility for the region as from 1 January 2025. Annabelle has been part of the Fugro family since 2016, when she joined as General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. Prior to joining Fugro, Annabelle […]

Business

Ratan Tata dies at age 86 in Mumbai

Arnold Pinto 09/10/2024 0

India’s iconic business leader was world-renowned Ratan N. Tata, the widely respected chairman emeritus of India’s mighty Tata Group, passed away in Mumbai on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. He had been admitted to the intensive care unit at Breach Candy Hospital in India’s commercial capital on October 7, 2024, for what he […]

Automotive

Nissan launches new 2025 Magnite SUV in India

Arnold Pinto 05/10/2024 0

Plans to export 100,000 units globally Nissan has officially unveiled the all-new 2025 Magnite compact SUV in India, marking a significant step in its strategy to enhance its regional manufacturing footprint. This latest model blends bold styling, innovative technologies, and reinforced safety features to capture a broad audience in the competitive SUV market in India.

Telecom

Vodafone Idea selects Nokia as a 5G partner

Arnold Pinto 30/09/2024 0

Covering major Indian cities Nokia has announced a three-year partnership with Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) to enhance its 4G and 5G infrastructure across India. The collaboration aims to modernise and expand VIL’s existing network, delivering premium connectivity to approximately 200 million subscribers in India. Under the terms of the deal, Nokia will replace the

Health Sustainability

Mapusa City in India unveils initiative against paper cups

Dan Ngiam 24/09/2024 0

Research shows such cups leach microplastics Mapusa Municipal Council (MMC) in Goa, India, has launched a year-long campaign to discourage plastic-lined disposable paper cups. This follows new research revealing that microplastics in the cups’ plastic lining are ingested when people drink hot liquids. The MMC is conducting the awareness campaign cups in all areas

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Copeland Appoints New Leader for India, Middle East and Africa

News Desk 1 23/09/2024

Copeland, a global provider of sustainable climate solutions and leader in the HVAC, Refrigeration and industrial compression industry, has announced that Jagadish Keswani will be joining Copeland as president of the newly formed India, Middle East and Africa regional business unit. Copeland is a standalone company and a portfolio company of Blackstone, the world’s largest

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Flatworld Solutions Expands Operations with New Office in Ahmedabad, India

News Desk 1 16/09/2024

Flatworld Solutions, a global leader in IT and ITES, announced the opening of its new office in Ahmedabad, India. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s 18-year journey of delivering top-tier IT and ITES to its international clientele. The new Ahmedabad office will serve as an offshore development center, focusing initially on mobile […]

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Billion-dollar Indian Edtech Unicorn Physics Wallah (PW) grows 4x in the UAE Market

News Desk 1 09/09/2024

Physics Wallah (PW), India’s leading multinational edtech platform committed to democratizing education globally, has made its first international foray by entering the UAE market through a strategic partnership with Knowledge Planet in 2023. Since then, operating as PW Gulf in the region, the platform has achieved 4x growth, further solidifying its position as a dominant

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Consul General of India Confers Degrees at BITS Pilani Dubai Campus Convocation and Honors Distinguished Alumni

News Desk 1 09/09/2024

The BITS Pilani Dubai Campus proudly celebrated its 21st convocation ceremony, as 275 students received their first degrees, higher degrees, and doctoral degrees. His Excellency Mr. Satish Kumar Sivan, Consul General of India to Dubai and the Northern Emirates, presided over the ceremony as Chief Guest, personally conferring degrees to all graduates, underscoring the

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Billion-dollar Indian Edtech Unicorn Physics Wallah (PW) grows 4x in the UAE Market and eyes further expansion

News Desk 1 05/09/2024

Physics Wallah (PW), India’s leading multinational edtech platform committed to democratizing education globally, has made its first international foray by entering the UAE market through a strategic partnership with Knowledge Planet in 2023. Since then, operating as PW Gulf in the region, the platform has achieved 4x growth, further solidifying its position as a dominant

Gitex Telecom

Nokia expands its R&D footprint in India

Arnold Pinto 31/08/2024 0

With largest fixed networks lab in Chennai Nokia has unveiled plans to expand its fixed networks Research and Development (R&D) facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The new lab will be the largest within Nokia’s fixed networks division and one of the largest globally. The expansion, facilitated with the support of the Tamil Nadu state […]

Tech

Milestone Systems unveils unique Experience Centre in Melbourne

Arnold Pinto 23/08/2024 0

Rigorous cybersecurity standards deployed Milestone Systems, a global leader in data-driven video technology software, has inaugurated its new office and interactive Experience Centre (EC) in Mulgrave, Melbourne, Australia. The newly launched EC is a significant upgrade from Milestone’s EC in Australia, which debuted in 2018. The revamped centre boasts an enhanced focus on

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Andromeda extends loan distribution network into the Middle East to cater to NRI financial needs

News Desk 1 09/08/2024

Andromeda Sales & Distribution, India’s premier loan distribution network, is pleased to announce its strategic expansion into the Middle East, a move fuelled by its exceptional domestic performance. The company recorded over 23% growth in loan disbursals, reaching $9,048 million (Rs. 75,397 crore) during the Financial Year 2023-24. This notable growth was primarily

Travel

Akasa Air launches Mumbai-Kuwait City flights from August 23, 2024

News Desk 2 01/08/2024 0

Kuwait is the carrier’s fifth global destination Akasa Air will launch its new direct passenger flights from Mumbai to Kuwait City on August 23, 2024. This will make Kuwait the Indian carrier’s fifth international destination from India. This new daily route underscores Akasa Air’s commitment to expanding its international network and enhancing connectivity between

Aviation

Thales and Garuda Aerospace sign India drone operations pact

News Desk 2 31/07/2024 0

Thales leads in drone integration and UTM systems Thales, a global leader in aerospace technology, and Garuda Aerospace, a prominent Indian drone manufacturer, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the safety and efficiency of uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) operations across India. The MoU, which will take effect in August 2024, outlines a […]

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Investopia Global Talks launched in India’s Chennai to strengthen UAE-India economic partnership in new & sustainable economic sectors

News Desk 2 25/07/2024

A new version of ‘Investopia Global Talks’ was launched in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, with an aim to strengthen the economic partnership between the UAE and the Republic of India in new and sustainable economic sectors, especially in logistics, advanced industries, entrepreneurship, SMEs, environment and investment. The event was organized by Investopia in cooperation

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Eton Solutions Launches AtlasFive® for Family Office Wealth Management in India; Onboards Catamaran as its Launch Customer

News Desk 2 12/07/2024

Eton Solutions, a global leader in cloud-based services for family offices of the future, is launching AtlasFive®, its renowned ERP platform for family offices in India. Eton Solutions also announced the family office of Infosys’ founder, Narayana Murthy, Catamaran, as its launch customer. This underscores its commitment to offering a comprehensive, innovative and