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  Over   3 00 Senior Citizens Participate in 'Nadanga Nallur' Walk Organized by Diha Clinic Chennai, February 22, 2026 – Diha Clinic  successfully conducted the second edition of  “Nadanga Nallur” – Senior Citizens Walk  today in the early morning hours of Sunday at Nanganallur near Independence Day Park, as part of its ongoing  “ Stay Healthy, Stay Happy ”  Initiative. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from  over  30 0 senior citizens,  surpassing last year's turnout of 300 participants. The walk was organized in association with the  Senior Citizen Forum of Nanganallur  and supported by  The Federation of Nanganallur Welfare Associations.  The initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of regular physical activity, particularly walking, for the health and wellness of senior citizens. Shri Srinivasagopalan Chary, Trustee of Diha Trust, flagged off  the event from Diha Clinic premises in...

  Mankind Pharma Reinvents Global Supply Chain and Procurement with Accenture   New Delhi, February 16, 2026:  Mankind Pharma, India’s fourth-largest pharmaceutical company, has completed a large-scale, multi-year transformation of its global supply chain and strategic procurement function to strengthen access to medicines, improve supply reliability, and support disciplined, scalable growth. Delivered in collaboration with Accenture, the integrated initiative embeds digitally enabled operating models, powered by advanced analytics and AI, across Mankind Pharma’s procurement, manufacturing and distribution networks.  This is enhancing the company’s ability to manage demand volatility, supply disruptions, and regulatory complexities at scale.    This transformation brings together two critical operating pillars into a unified, end-to-end backbone that tightly links planning intelligence with execution performance. Mankind Pharma has reimagined its global sup...

  Primus Partners Report Highlights Tier-2 Cities as India’s Next Growth Frontier for Global Capability Centres New Delhi, 18th February 2026:  Primus Partners today released its latest thought-leadership report,  “Second Tier, First Choice: A Readiness Assessment of India’s Emerging GCC Hubs,”  underscoring the growing strategic importance of Tier-2 cities in shaping the next phase of India’s Global Capability Centre (GCC) expansion. The study presents a data-driven assessment of 15 emerging hubs, evaluating their readiness across infrastructure, talent, policy support, technology ecosystems and livability parameters. The report notes that while India hosts the world’s largest and most diverse GCC ecosystem — with nearly 1,700–1,800 centres generating over USD 60 billion in economic value annually — activity remains heavily concentrated in Tier-1 metropolitan regions. Rising costs, infrastructure pressures, talent saturation and attrition in established hubs ar...

  Redefining Success: An evening at Crossword with Ankur Warikoo in Delhi Block your calendars and join us for a meeting and greet followed by book signing session Delhi, February 16, 2026:  As part of the vibrant  Crossword Book-A-Thon  celebrations, readers in Delhi have a special opportunity to meet one of India’s most influential contemporary voices on personal growth and entrepreneurship,  Ankur Warikoo . The  book signing session  will take place  on  Wednesday, 18 February, at 7:00 PM , at the  Ground Level Plaza, Nexus Select CityWalk, Saket, Delhi. The event offers readers a chance not only to get their copies signed but also to engage with an author whose books have become go-to guides for career clarity, financial literacy, and self-awareness. Warikoo is the bestselling author of  Build an Epic Career, Make Epic Money, and Winning Without Losing Yourself.  Through these works, he addresses themes of ambition, discipl...

  54 Families Get Safer Homes Through Max Estates and Habitat for Humanity India   54 homes constructed in two phases in the Rewari district, Haryana  Phase  1: 25  homes handed over to families in Aakera village in November 2024 Phase  2: 29  homes completed in Bhudla village on 10 th  February 2026   Noida, February 10, 2026 :  Max Estates Limited,   a leading Real Estate developer in the NCR region , in partnership with leading housing non-profit Habitat for Humanity India, has completed the second phase of its affordable housing initiative in Haryana’s Rewari district, handing over 29 newly constructed homes in Bhudla village. Together with the 25 homes delivered earlier in Aakera village, the initiative has provided 54 families with safe, permanent housing. The project reflects Max Estates’ Live Well  philosophy of creating environments that support healthier, more secure and fulfilling lives.   The completion was mar...

Hisense Inaugurates First Manufacturing Facility in India at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh World-class 10-acre manufacturing facility commissioned through Epack Manufacturing Technologies, the Hisense–Epack Durable joint venture   National, 10th February, 2026 –  Hisense, a global leader in consumer electronics and home appliances, today inaugurated its first manufacturing facility in India through a joint venture with Epack Manufacturing Technologies Private Limited (EMTPL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Epack Durable Limited (EDL), at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. This landmark development marks a significant milestone in Hisense’s India growth journey and underscores the company’s long-term commitment to the Government of India’s  Make in India  initiative. Located within EDL’s industrial park at Sri City, the newly built and commissioned Hisense (EMTPL) manufacturing facility spans a 10-acre campus and is situated alongside EDL’s existing ODM manufacturing plant. Developed...

  Celebrate Valentine’s Day the Heritage Way at The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata This Valentine’s Day, The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata curates a range of experiences blending romance, dining, music and nightlife—perfect for every kind of celebration. For those who love a glamorous night out,  Pure Love – Valentine’s Day by KittySu  takes over  The Great Ballroom  with an exclusive KittySu pop-up featuring curated DJ sets, immersive visuals and a high-energy party vibe. Prefer something sweet?  The Bakery  offers a special  Valentine’s Day dessert and beverage combo , ideal for gifting, takeaway or a quick indulgence with your special someone. Couples seeking a romantic dinner can head to  Alfresco  for a  Valentine’s Day Special Buffet , complemented by a live singer and an elegant, intimate ambience. For a relaxed celebration,  Wilson’s – The Pub introduces a  Valentine’s Day Signature Cocktail , crafted exclusively for th...

  SMK Helmets introduces new range of premium helmets at the India Bike Week 2025 Launches  SMK Cygnus , and an all-new product range where advanced safety meets unmatched convenience   Key Highlights:   ●         Unveiled SMK Cygnus, a flip-back helmet with 180° rotating chin guard, only Indian brand to have helmet with P/J certification ●         Introduced the Delta series in the Demi-Jet category, which includes urban centric Delta City & touring ready Delta Tour ●         Showcased the globally acclaimed helmets SMK Ares in Dual-Sports category, & SMK Nova in full-face category for performance riding ●         Launched full line-up of  European Standards CE Level A certified riding jackets for summer and winter   Panchgani: Ushering a new era of premium in India with advanced innovation and technology, SMK,...

  Digital wave sweeps SMB sector: AI tools now used by 4 in 5 small businesses, reports Primus Partners • 69% of SMBs in India already use digital advertising, and another 27% plan to adopt it within three years. • 57% of businesses reported a doubling or tripling of revenue   since adopting online advertising. • Nearly 80% of SMBs now use AI-enabled advertising tools, but cost, skills, and ecosystem complexity remain hurdles. National, 12 th  December 2025:  Primus Partners unveiled its latest report,  Empowering Small Businesses through Digital Advertising , a comprehensive study based on a survey of over 1,000 MSMEs and startups across India. The report underscores that digital advertising has become one of the most potent accelerators of small business growth, driving visibility, efficiency, and measurable returns at a scale previously inaccessible to smaller enterprises. The study shows that India’s SMB sector is undergoing a decisive shift embracing data-d...

  India, December 2025 : Clinikally, India's leading digital health platform for Dermatology, Nutrition & Wellness., today released its annual  Clinikally India Skin & Hair Health Index 2025,  highlighting major behavioural, demographic, and clinical shifts across millions of anonymized dermatology consultations and purchase patterns on the platform.  The report reveals a  dramatic rise in targeted skincare, haircare, and dermatology-focused supplementation , signalling a new self-care economy shaped by proactive, science-driven consumer behaviour. While dermatology consultations have remained stable,  consumer investment in expert-formulated skincare and haircare products has increased by more than 50%, and supplement adoption has more than doubled , indicating an accelerated shift toward holistic, preventive, and maintenance-led routines. The Index also highlights that  acne remains the No.1 dermatological concern , now most concentrated amon...