Author: Sutun Nayak

  • Three Teams from IPS Academy Indore Win Awards at Smart India Hackathon 2025 Indore

    Three Teams from IPS Academy Indore Win Awards at Smart India Hackathon 2025 Indore

    New Delhi [India], January 6: Three student teams from IPS Academy, Institute of Engineering and Science, Indore have brought laurels to the institute by winning awards at the prestigious Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2025. The teams worked round-the-clock to develop innovative, real-world solutions across diverse sectors.

    The award-winning solutions include an AI-powered system to protect defence personnel and their families from cyber threats, a technology-driven solution focused on safeguarding the physical and mental health of astronauts, and an AI-based maintenance system for high-voltage electrical breakers. These solutions address critical national and industrial challenges using advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and data analytics.

    Dr. Rupesh Dubey, SIH In-charge at the institute, stated that the Smart India Hackathon 2025, organised by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is the world’s largest open innovation platform. Through SIH, students work on real problem statements posed by various Government of India ministries and leading global corporations.

    Institute Principal Dr. Archana Keerti Choudhary highlighted that IPS Academy has developed a strong ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship, and this success is a direct outcome of that vision. She added that the institute’s students have consistently delivered outstanding performances not only in the Smart India Hackathon but also in the MSME Hackathon.

    Congratulating the teams on their remarkable achievement, IPS Academy Chairman Architect Achal K. Choudhary applauded the students and faculty for their dedication and teamwork.

    Dr. Dubey further informed that 14 teams from IPS Academy, Institute of Engineering and Science, Indore reached the SIH 2025 final list this year—the highest number achieved by any single institution from the Central India region so far. Of these, 10 teams were shortlisted, while 4 teams were placed on the waiting list.

    The teams competed across major Indian cities including Hyderabad, Dindigul, Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Durgapur, Kharagpur, and Ahmedabad. From these competitions, two IPS Academy teams emerged as winners, while one team received a consolation award, marking a proud moment for the institute and the region.

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  • Asian Granito India Ltd. celebrates 25 years of legacy with strategic branding across premium trains

    Asian Granito India Ltd. celebrates 25 years of legacy with strategic branding across premium trains

    Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], January 6: Asian Granito India Limited (AGL), a leading brand in luxury surface solutions including tiles, marble, quartz and bathware, is celebrating 25 years of excellence with a high visibility branding initiatives on the Chennai Bengaluru Shatabdi Express and Delhi – Katra Vande Bharat.

    As part of the initiative, AGL has introduced food tray branding on the premium trains, ensuring frequent and close range brand exposure throughout the journey. The format allows the brand to engage passengers in an unobtrusive manner while enhancing recall among audiences that value quality, design and reliability.

    Train interiors offer a focused branding environment, as passengers spend uninterrupted time during travel. Food tray branding enables direct visibility at close proximity, allowing AGL to connect organically with urban consumers as well as professionals from the architecture, construction and design sectors, reinforcing brand presence during key travel moments.

    Over the past 25 years, AGL has established itself as one of India’s leading luxury surface and bathware brands. The company’s portfolio of tiles, engineered marble, quartz and bathware products is known for innovation, dependable performance and design excellence. With 14 state of the art manufacturing units, more than 277 franchise showrooms, 13 company owned display centres and a pan India network of over 18,000 touchpoints, AGL has built a strong national footprint. The food tray branding reflects this journey, extending the brand’s design philosophy to everyday travel experiences.

    Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Bhavesh Patel, Director, Asian Granito India Limited, said, “Celebrating 25 years is not only about reflecting on our journey, but also about staying connected with the people who trust our brand. The branding in the Shatabdi Express and Vande Bharat allows us to engage with our audiences in a relevant and meaningful way, transforming routine travel moments into brand touchpoints. As India’s infrastructure continues to evolve, it opens new avenues for us to strengthen engagement with our customers.”

    As it marks this milestone year, AGL remains focused on innovation and creating value driven experiences for its customers. Building on its legacy, the company will continue to explore impactful branding initiatives, deepen audience engagement and introduce products that address evolving customer preferences.

    About AGL:  https://aglasiangranito.com/

    Established in the year 2000, AGL has emerged as India’s leading Luxury Surfaces and Bathware Solutions brand in a short span of two & Half decades. The Company manufactures and markets a wide range of Tiles, Engineered Marble and Quartz, Bathware and Faucets. AGL products are synonymous with reliability, adaptability, innovation, quality consciousness and the company has created a strong brand identity, well recognized globally and loyal customer following across segments. Today it is 4th largest listed ceramic tile company in India with Strength of more than 700 field force.

    Ranked amongst the top ceramic tiles companies in India, AGL has achieved over 65 times growth in its production capacity, from 0.83 Million Sq. Mtrs. Per Annum in FY 2000 to 54.5 Million Sq. Mtrs. Per Annum in FY 2025. AGL is also the only tiles company to be acknowledged in the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2015 for achieving phenomenal growth.

    The Company has 14 state-of-the-art manufacturing units spread across Gujarat and 277 plus exclusive franchisee showrooms, 13 company owned display centres across India. Further, the Company has an extensive marketing and distribution network pan India with 18,000 plus touchpoints including distributors, dealers and sub-dealers in India. The company also exports to more than 100 countries.

    The Company looks to strengthen its identity as the leader in the Indian ceramic industry by consistently introducing innovative and value-added products in the market to keep pace with its valued customers. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, AGL is listed on NSE & BSE and reported net consolidated turnover of INR 1628 crore in FY 2025. (For more information, please visit: www.aglasiangranito.com)

  • Building a Spiritual Empire: The Business Behind Abundant Lives Academy and Its 60+ Courses

    Building a Spiritual Empire: The Business Behind Abundant Lives Academy and Its 60+ Courses

    New Delhi [India], January 6: For decades, spirituality in India lived in living rooms, temple corridors, and small, closed circles. Today, it is undergoing a massive cultural rebirth — not as superstition or ritual alone, but as a structured path for emotional well-being, inner clarity, and personal transformation.

    Website – https://www.abundantlivesacademy.com/

    Across the country, people are actively seeking:
    – purpose
    – healing
    – energetic balance
    – intuitive development
    – and deeper connection with themselves

    What was once considered “alternative” is now becoming mainstream.

    In the middle of this shift stands a brand that is not just riding the wave — it is shaping it.

    That brand is Abundant Lives Academy, founded by spiritual mentor and Reiki Grand Master Dipti N. Jaiswal.

    A New Era of Spiritual Education

    Abundant Lives Academy is not a casual workshop space.
    It is a full-fledged spiritual learning ecosystem, offering more than 60+ transformative courses across healing, manifestation, energy sciences, intuitive arts, and inner work.

    At a time when spiritual education was scattered and unorganised, ALA brought:

    – proper structure
    – consistent learning paths
    – documented techniques
    – curriculum-based programs
    – guided transformations
    – long-term community support

    This shift — from fragmented learning to organised teaching — is what makes Abundant Lives Academy one of the most influential spiritual institutions in India today.

    People Are Changing — And Their Spiritual Needs Are Changing Too

    Across India, there is a visible movement:
    Young professionals, entrepreneurs, homemakers, students, healers, therapists — all are turning to spiritual learning with sincerity, curiosity, and discipline.

    Why?
    Because people are tired of:

    – emotional overwhelm
    – financial anxiety
    – relationship blocks
    –  inherited traumas
    – uncertainty
    – and inner disconnect

    They want tools, they want clarity, and they want something that really works.

    This is where ALA makes the leap.

    Instead of offering quick-fix “spiritual shortcuts,” it delivers:

    – systematic healing

    – deep emotional release

    – energy realignment

    – manifestation techniques

    – ancestral clearing

    – intuitive development

    – lifestyle transformation

    It gives people not just hope — but a method.

    60+ Courses Rooted in Depth, Designed for Real Life

    Abundant Lives Academy’s course library is unmatched in breadth and depth.

    HEALING SCIENCES

    Traditional Reiki & Rainbow Reiki®, Chakra healing, EFT, Energetic Balancing, and Aura Work.

    SPIRITUAL PROTECTION & CLEARING

    Spell Reversal, Imprint Removal, Energy Shielding, Past Life Regression.

    INTUITIVE & MYSTICAL ARTS

    Tarot, Numerology, Angel Symbols, Signature Analysis.

    MANIFESTATION & PROSPERITY WORK

    Money Mindset, Gratitude Manifestation, Abundance Challenges, Prosperity Rituals.

    DEEP WORK & ADVANCED SYSTEMS

    Ancestral Baggage Release, Wolf Magic, Portal Activations, Cosmic Alignment.

    MIND–BODY WELLNESS

    Meditation, Breathwork, Emotional Regulation, Yoga, Palm Chakra Activation.

    Each course has a defined structure, clear outcomes, guided processes, and spiritual depth — creating both transformation and trust.

    A Modern Delivery System for Ancient Wisdom

    One of ALA’s biggest innovations has been delivering spiritual education through modern channels — including live classes, self-paced formats, and WhatsApp-based workshops.

    Why does this matter?

    Because it makes spirituality:

    – accessible
    – comfortable
    – simple
    – tech-free
    – time-flexible
    – stress-free

    People can learn from anywhere — office, home, commute, or while managing family responsibilities.

    This accessibility is a major reason why ALA has attracted students across age groups, cities, professions, and countries.

    Community-Led Growth, Not Advertisement-Led Hype

    In a world driven by digital noise, ALA’s growth is entirely powered by:

    – real results
    – genuine testimonials
    – student-to-student recommendation
    – deep emotional trust
    – and a strong spiritual community

    Thousands of learners stay connected, keep learning, revisit courses, and join advanced programs because of the quality of transformation they experience.

    This makes ALA not just a business — but a self-sustaining spiritual ecosystem.

    The Founder Behind the Movement

    Dipti N. Jaiswal has spent 20+ years mastering multiple healing and spiritual modalities — from Traditional Reiki to Advanced Intuitive Sciences.

    As a Chartered Accountant by qualification and a spiritual mentor by calling, she brings the rare combination of:

    • intuitive clarity
    • disciplined structure
    • ethical practice
    • compassionate guidance
    • grounded, practical teachings

    Her approach is not dramatic or performative.
    It is clean, pure, methodical, and deeply transformative.

    This is why her community calls her:

    “a guide who can see your energy even when you cannot express it.”

    “a teacher who gives endlessly.”

    “a spiritual mentor who shapes lives.”

    Leading the Cultural Shift in India’s Spiritual Landscape

    India is gradually moving from:

    • superstition → to structured spiritual learning
    • fear-based rituals → to empowered healing
    • generic advice → to personalised transformation
    • occasional practices → to disciplined spiritual study

    And Abundant Lives Academy is one of the platforms ushering in this shift.

    It is creating a new category:
    a modern spiritual university disguised as an accessible, loving, community-driven academy.

    The Vision Going Forward

    Master Dipti’s mission for ALA is simple yet powerful:

    To democratize spiritual learning
    To make healing a daily habit
    To help people break generational limitations
    To build a conscious, abundant, spiritually awakened society

    With more courses, more formats, more global outreach, and a rapidly expanding community, Abundant Lives Academy is poised to become one of India’s leading spiritual schools.

    Not as a trend.
    Not as a brand.
    But as a movement.

    A movement that honours ancient wisdom, embraces modern learning, and gives people exactly what they’re seeking:

    A path to heal.
    A system to grow.
    A space to transform.

    A spiritual empire — built with sincerity, structure, authenticity, and heart.

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  • A School in Sikkim Is Showing How Education Can Prepare Children for Life

    A School in Sikkim Is Showing How Education Can Prepare Children for Life

    New Delhi [India], January 6: Not all schools can attain success in terms of marks and ranks. Success is also identified in confidence, curiosity and student capability to think independently at the Mount Zion School in Sikkim. The school has gradually developed a learning environment that is oriented towards actual knowledge and life preparation.

    The development of the school represents a definite opinion that the school should be relevant to the everyday life of a child. The school, under the chairmanship of Sony Virdi, discarded the inflexible teaching methods and strived to make the process of learning more practical and interesting.

    And the introduction of the Play Way method was a significant step along this path. As compared to the memorisation of the lessons, students started to learn in the form of activities, interaction and exploration. Teachers noticed the increased involvement and the understanding, in particular among younger students.

    Mount Zion School took a progressive step and adopted the use of tablets in the classrooms under chairman Sony Virdi, which were previously unavailable in the region. This transformation assisted students in becoming conversant with technology at an early age. Electronic learning aids facilitated the interactivity of the lessons and their interest to learn; students were permitted to research on their own.

    Another area that the school emphasised was equipping children with skills that would help them to face their adult lives. Financial literacy and entrepreneurship made students have knowledge about money and decision-making. Sports and life skills assisted in teamwork, discipline and communication. The parents commonly observed some positive changes in the way the children talked and the way they managed their duties.

    The other characterising attribute of the school is the Green Campus. The project will also establish a culture in which sustainability will be the norm in everyday learning. There were difficulties associated with the construction of such a campus, such as landslides and delays. Nevertheless, the project is pursued with perseverance.

    Mount Zion School is one of the examples of balanced education in Sikkim nowadays. Its story emphasises the role of intelligent leadership and child-centred planning in the development of schools that help children not only pass exams, but also become better people.

    Web: https://mountzionsikkim.com/

  • Globtier Infotech and Liferay Join Hands to Drive Digital Experience Innovation Across the UK and Europe

    Globtier Infotech and Liferay Join Hands to Drive Digital Experience Innovation Across the UK and Europe

    New Delhi [India], January 6: Globtier Infotech Limited (BSE: GLOBTIER | INE12P601017), a leading provider of customized IT and software solutions specializing in application development and managed IT & SAP support services, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Liferay to expand digital experience solutions across the UK and Europe, enabling enterprises to enhance customer engagement, streamline digital platforms, and support scalable digital transformation initiatives.

    Through this association, Globtier strengthens its digital experience capabilities across the UK and Europe, enabling enterprises to build personalized, scalable, and integrated digital platforms. The initiative will support organizations across sectors such as Automotive, BFSI, Healthcare, Government, and Retail in delivering modern digital experiences backed by strong platform expertise and implementation support.

    Key highlights of the partnership include:

    • Expansion of Globtier’s scope in Digital Experience Platforms (DXP), including customer portals, dealer portals, and enterprise content management solutions.
    • Alignment with Globtier’s focus on delivering scalable and integrated digital experience solutions for large enterprises.
    • Development of sector-specific DXP implementations across Automotive, BFSI, Healthcare, Government, and Retail.
    • A framework to support digital transformation engagements requiring specialized platform knowledge and engineering support.

    Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Rajiv Shukla, Chairman & Managing Director, Globtier Infotech Limited, said, “Becoming a Liferay Partner for the UK and Europe marks a meaningful step in expanding our digital experience capabilities across international markets. The Liferay Digital Experience Platform allows us to deliver open-source, scalable, and adaptable solutions spanning customer portals, dealer portals, and enterprise content management. This collaboration strengthens our ability to support large enterprises across Automotive, BFSI, Healthcare, Government, and Retail sectors, particularly for digital transformation programs that require deep platform expertise and robust engineering support.”

    About Globtier Infotech Limited

    Globtier Infotech Limited is a leading provider of IT solutions, specializing in application development and customized software services that address the diverse needs of businesses across industries. As a managed IT services organization, the company delivers comprehensive support encompassing infrastructure management, application maintenance, and end-to-end technology services for enterprises of all sizes.

    Focused on enabling clients to adapt to technological change, streamline operations, and achieve measurable growth, Globtier has evolved its offerings to include managed IT services, enhanced application support, and custom software development. Its service model emphasizes proactive engagement, close alignment with client objectives, and strong cybersecurity and governance practices across all engagements.

    Disclaimer

    Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, like government actions, local, political or economic developments, technological risks, and many other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statements. The Company will not be in any way responsible for any action taken based on such statements and undertakes no obligation to publicly update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

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  • Victory Electric Vehicles International Limited, A Trusted Name in India’s EV 3-Wheeler Segment, opens its IPO on 7th January 2026

    Victory Electric Vehicles International Limited, A Trusted Name in India’s EV 3-Wheeler Segment, opens its IPO on 7th January 2026

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 6:  Victory Electric Vehicles International Limited, is engaged in the manufacturing of electric vehicles, including L5 electric three wheeler, L3 E-Rickshaws, E-Cargo/Loader and Electric Scooters, has announced the opening of its IPO on January 07, 2026 with a proposed issue size of ₹34.56 Crore, and the shares are proposed to be listed on the NSE Emerge.

    Equity Share Allocation

    • NII – Up to 40,02,000 Equity Shares
    • RII – Up to 40,05,000 Equity Shares
    • Market Maker – Up to 4,23,000 Equity Shares

    The net proceeds from the IPO will be utilised towards capital expenditure, meeting working capital requirements, and general corporate purposes.

    The issue will open for public subscription on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 and close on Friday, January 9, 2026.

    Corpwis Advisors Private Limited is acting as the Lead Manager to the issue, and Maashitla Securities Private Limited is the Registrar to the issue.

    • Fresh Issue Size – 84,30,000 Equity Shares of  5 each
    • Issue Size –  34.56 Crore
    • Issue Price –  41 Per Share
    • Lot Size – 3,000 Equity Shares

    About The Company:

    Victory Electric Vehicles International Limited is engaged in the manufacturing of electric vehicles, including E-Rickshaws, E-Cargo/Loader, and Electric Scooters. The product portfolio of the company extends beyond conventional models to include customised Electric 3-Wheelers designed for specific applications such as food delivery and ice cream vending, among the first few enterprises to secure the Indian Government’s ICAT license to sell L5 E-Rickshaws. The company’s business strategy focuses on leveraging the growing electrification of mobility in India, while also exploring opportunities to export its EVs to select international markets in the future.

    In FY25, the company recorded a Revenue of ₹ 5,086.18 Lakhs, EBITDA of ₹ 779.30 Lakhs, and PAT of ₹ 517.37 Lakhs.

    Mr. Sanjay Popli, Promoter and Managing Director of Victory Electric Vehicles International Limited: 

    “As we celebrate this significant milestone, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to driving India’s transition towards clean, affordable, and sustainable electric mobility. Since our incorporation in 2018, we have built a robust and diversified product portfolio comprising ICAT-approved L5 electric three-wheelers, L3 E-Rickshaws, electric cargo vehicles, and electric scooters.

    Over the years, we have expanded our dealer network across more than 15 states and strengthened our in-house manufacturing and customization capabilities. Our continued focus on quality, regulatory compliance, and customer-centric solutions has enabled us to grow steadily in a competitive market.

    The opening of our IPO marks an important step in our growth journey. The proceeds from the issue will be utilised to expand manufacturing capacity, support working capital requirements, and enhance our presence across new and existing markets. As we move forward, we remain committed to building reliable electric mobility solutions, creating long-term value for our stakeholders, and contributing meaningfully to India’s evolving electric vehicle ecosystem.”

    Mr. Nikunj Konodia, Managing Director of Corpwis Advisors Private Limited of said,
    “As we step into the IPO journey with Victory Electric Vehicles International Limited, we see a company that is well aligned with the structural growth opportunities in India’s electric mobility ecosystem. The L5 and L3 three-wheeler segments continue to witness strong demand, supported by policy push, rising adoption of last-mile mobility solutions, and increasing awareness of sustainable transportation.

    Victory Electric Vehicles has built a solid foundation with its ICAT-certified L5 models, diversified product portfolio, and growing pan-India dealer network. Its in-house manufacturing capabilities, focus on quality and compliance, and ability to cater to both passenger and cargo segments position the company well for scalable and sustainable growth.

    We are pleased to partner with Victory Electric Vehicles in this important phase of its growth journey and believe the IPO will support its plans to strengthen capacity, expand market reach, and create long-term value for stakeholders.”

    Disclaimer: Certain statements in this document that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, like government actions, local, political or economic developments, technological risks, and many other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the relevant forward-looking statements. The Company will not be in any way responsible for any action taken based on such statements and undertakes no obligation to publicly update these forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.

  • From Sustainability to Resilience: Why Present Moment Demand a Deeper Way of Thinking

    From Sustainability to Resilience: Why Present Moment Demand a Deeper Way of Thinking

    International Conference on Resilience (ICR 2026)

    Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], January 6: For decades, sustainability has shaped how institutions, cities and communities think about growth and responsibility. While sustainability focuses on long-term balance and conservation, resilience responds to disruption, to shocks that are already unfolding and to uncertainties that cannot always be predicted. It is about the capacity to absorb stress, adapt in real time, and reorganise without losing core purpose. In today’s world of overlapping environmental, economic, digital and social challenges, resilience has emerged as a more immediate and action-oriented framework.

    It is within this evolving understanding that Navrachana University’s International Conference on Resilience (ICR 2026) is positioned, not as a conventional academic exercise, but as a response to conditions that cities, institutions and societies are actively navigating.

    The academic engagement with ICR 2026 reflects this urgency. Over 175 research abstracts have been received from universities, research institutions, industry organisations and independent practitioners across India and abroad, indicating a clear shift in scholarly focus, from ideal futures to adaptive strategies for present-day realities. All accepted and presented papers emerging from these submissions will be published as a Scopus-indexed book series by Springer Nature, further underscoring the academic significance and global visibility of the conference’s research outcomes.

    Speaking about the record number of abstract submissions received for the conference, Prof. Pratyush Shankar, Provost, Navrachana University, said – “The diversity and volume of submissions reflect how resilience is being examined today through interdisciplinary lenses—bringing together environmental studies, urban planning, economics, digital systems and social inquiry. This range of perspectives reinforces the need to approach resilience not in silos, but as an interconnected and evolving field of study.”

    What stands out equally is the geographical diversity of these submissions. Contributions have come from a wide spread of regions across India—including metropolitan centres, emerging cities and academic hubs—as well as from international institutions and organisations in countries such as the United States and Bangladesh. The presence of national institutes, schools of architecture and planning, universities, research councils, private studios, consultants and global technology and industry players underscores the conference’s reach beyond disciplinary and geographical boundaries, reinforcing resilience as a globally shared concern shaped by local realities.

    The thematic breadth of the submissions mirrors the complexity of current challenges. Environmental resilience addresses the intensification of climate events and ecological stress, while economic resilience responds to instability in markets, livelihoods and supply chains. Other submissions examine how cities and institutions respond to rapid change through planning, governance and adaptive design, reflecting the evolving scope of resilience as a multidisciplinary concern.

    These themes are not abstract. Vadodara’s own experiences with urban flooding, infrastructure pressure and heritage transformation offer tangible examples of how resilience differs from sustainability. While sustainability may ask how resources are preserved over time, resilience asks how cities function when systems fail, how communities recover after disruption, and how lessons are embedded into future planning.

    While the floods of Vadodara provide an important starting point, the conference deliberately broadens the conversation to examine resilience across interconnected systems. ICR 2026 engages with environmental and climate resilience alongside urban infrastructure and planning responses, economic resilience in the face of market and livelihood disruptions, societal and institutional resilience shaped by equity and governance, and information and digital resilience amid growing technological dependence. Together, these sub-themes reflect the understanding that contemporary challenges rarely occur in isolation and demand integrated, cross-disciplinary approaches.

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    Academic discussions at ICR 2026 draw from a body of scholarship that examines cities, environments and institutions as evolving systems shaped by historical, social and ecological forces. Rather than approaching resilience as a fixed outcome, this perspective treats it as a process—one that is continuously shaped by changing contexts, constraints and responses over time.

    This academic orientation finds institutional expression in KHOJ, which serves as a conceptual anchor for ICR 2026. Through KHOJ, students and researchers engage directly with real-world challenges—such as urban flooding, ecological stress and habitat transformation—using observation, documentation and field-based inquiry. The initiative emphasises learning through practice, enabling students to study contemporary challenges and actively explore how resilience can be built, tested and refined in response to lived conditions.

    Adding further depth to the conference discourse is the presence of distinguished keynote speakers whose work spans science, policy, environmental governance and global sustainability practice. Dr. Rajendra Singh, also known as the Waterman of India, widely recognised for his grassroots-led water conservation efforts, brings insights into community-driven ecological resilience. Mr. Sandeep Virmani, an environmentalist trained in architecture and based in Kutch, brings a community-rooted, practice-led perspective on ecosystems, traditional knowledge and habitat resilience. Padma Shri Shailesh Nayak, a leading voice in earth sciences and coastal systems, offers a macro-level understanding of climate risks, ocean systems and long-term environmental preparedness.

    Further strengthening the international dimension of the conference is the participation of Dr. Brian B. Rudkin, who will be joining from Lyon, France. Associated with One Sustainable Health, Dr. Rudkin brings global perspectives on sustainability, systems thinking and cross-sectoral resilience, enriching the conference dialogue with international practice-led insights. Together, their perspectives bridge practice, policy and science—strengthening the conference’s interdisciplinary foundation.

    The International Conference on Resilience (ICR 2026) will be held from January 9 to January 10, 2026, at the Navrachana University campus, Vadodara. Over two days, the conference will bring together researchers, practitioners and institutional leaders to examine how resilience—distinct from conventional sustainability—can shape more responsive, adaptable and inclusive futures.

    For more details – https://www.icr2026.com/

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  • Still Absurd, Still Profitable — Why SpongeBob’s Latest Big-Screen Detour Is Both a Victory Lap and a Reality Check

    Still Absurd, Still Profitable — Why SpongeBob’s Latest Big-Screen Detour Is Both a Victory Lap and a Reality Check

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 6: Some characters age. Some franchises retire with dignity. And then there’s SpongeBob SquarePants — a porous yellow optimist who has outlived formats, platforms, cultural cycles, and several generations of irony. The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, arriving as a global box-office conversation in late 2025 and early 2026, is not a nostalgia accident. It’s a strategy. A loud, bubble-blowing, slightly unhinged strategy that primarily works — and occasionally reminds us why not every childhood memory needs a cinematic rescue mission.

    The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants has crossed its first significant global box-office milestone this weekend, reaffirming a truth Hollywood both loves and fears: legacy franchises don’t need reinvention when nostalgia itself is the product. The film’s performance isn’t a thunderclap moment for cinema—but it is a steady, profitable ripple that studios crave in an otherwise volatile theatrical ecosystem.

    This isn’t a comeback story. SpongeBob never left. He just waited patiently for the audience to miss him enough.

    A Legacy That Refuses To Sink

    SpongeBob SquarePants debuted over two decades ago, surviving generational shifts, platform wars, and the occasional creative dip that most long-running animated properties quietly drown in. Unlike many peers that aged into irrelevance or irony, SpongeBob achieved something rare: becoming culturally static in a good way.

    The new film doesn’t attempt to modernise SpongeBob or inject unnecessary gravitas. There’s no existential crisis, no ironic deconstruction, no attempt to “grow up with the audience.” Instead, it leans unapologetically into absurdity, slapstick, and cartoon logic—an intentional refusal to evolve that paradoxically keeps the brand alive.

    That decision is both its greatest strength and its biggest creative risk.

    SpongeBob

    The Box Office Numbers That Matter (And The Ones That Don’t)

    The film’s worldwide earnings crossing a significant early milestone signals more than raw revenue—it signals confidence. In a post-pandemic theatrical market still struggling to define what belongs on the big screen, animated franchises with recognisable characters remain safe bets.

    What’s notable isn’t just the money earned, but how it’s being earned:

    • Strong family turnout

    • Repeat viewings from younger audiences

    • Adult millennials attending out of pure muscle memory

    • Healthy international traction where SpongeBob’s visual humor transcends language

    However, the numbers stop short of being explosive. This isn’t a cultural event on the scale of genre-defining animated releases. It’s a controlled success—steady, predictable, and designed to justify sequels rather than redefine animation.

    Which, in today’s market, might be the smartest play possible.

    Why Nostalgia Still Wins (Even When We Pretend It Doesn’t)

    Studios often dress nostalgia in new clothes—legacy sequels, multiverse callbacks, rebooted timelines. Search for SquarePants skips the performance entirely. It understands its audience isn’t craving surprise—they’re craving reassurance.

    In an era marked by algorithm fatigue, political anxiety, and content overload, SpongeBob offers something radical: familiarity without commentary. No meta jokes about aging fans. No wink at internet culture. Just jokes, chaos, and undersea nonsense.

    That simplicity becomes a lifestyle choice rather than a creative limitation.

    SpongeBob

    The Creative Ceiling Of Playing It Safe

    Here’s where the film’s sheen dulls slightly.

    While the animation remains polished and the humor reliably accessible, the narrative ambition is modest at best. The film follows a familiar quest structure, ticking boxes rather than challenging expectations. Longtime fans will find comfort—but not surprise.

    This isn’t the SpongeBob film that redefines animation storytelling. It doesn’t experiment visually or emotionally. It doesn’t take narrative risks. And while that restraint keeps the brand intact, it also raises a quiet question: how long can safety remain sustainable?

    At some point, even comfort food needs seasoning.

    Animation As A Financial Anchor, Not A Creative Frontier

    The success of Search for SquarePants reflects a broader industry shift. Animation—once the playground for experimentation—is increasingly becoming Hollywood’s financial stabiliser.

    Franchises like SpongeBob now serve as:

    • Predictable revenue streams

    • Family-friendly theatrical insurance

    • Merchandise engines

    • Streaming-to-theatre crossover brands

    The film’s budget, while not extravagant by blockbuster standards, was carefully optimised to guarantee profitability rather than chase spectacle. Marketing leaned heavily on brand recognition rather than innovation.

    It’s a smart business move. It’s also a quiet admission that studios are prioritising reliability over risk.

    SpongeBob

    Audience Reaction: Comfort Over Critique

    Early audience responses mirror the film’s tone—warm, forgiving, and largely uncritical. Viewers aren’t dissecting character arcs or narrative logic. They’re laughing, taking children, reminiscing, and leaving satisfied.

    That satisfaction, however, isn’t synonymous with excitement.

    The film doesn’t dominate conversation the way breakout animated hits do. It exists comfortably in the background of pop culture—visible, profitable, and unchallenging.

    For SpongeBob, that might be precisely the point.

    What This Milestone Really Signals For The Industry

    The film’s box office performance sends a message that’s both encouraging and slightly unsettling:

    • Theatrical animation still works

    • Legacy IP remains powerful

    • Audiences reward familiarity

    • Risk is optional, not essential

    For studios, this reinforces a temptation to mine existing properties endlessly. For creatives, it raises concerns about stagnation. For audiences, it offers comfort—until comfort turns into creative inertia.

    SpongeBob

    The Road Ahead: Expansion Or Exhaustion?

    With another milestone crossed and future projects already in motion, SpongeBob’s cinematic future seems secure. Sequels are inevitable. Spin-offs remain viable. The brand is too stable to abandon.

    The real question isn’t whether SpongeBob can continue—it’s whether he should continue unchanged.

    At some point, even the most elastic characters need evolution to avoid becoming background noise. Whether the franchise chooses gentle reinvention or continues coasting on goodwill will define its next decade.

    Final Verdict: A Win That Knows Its Limits

    The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants doesn’t aim to be revolutionary—and it doesn’t need to be. Its success lies in understanding its role: a reminder that joy doesn’t always require reinvention, and laughter doesn’t need justification.

    But beneath the cheerful absurdity lies a quiet warning for the industry. Nostalgia is powerful—but it’s also finite.

    For now, SpongeBob floats comfortably. Whether he swims forward or treads water next is a decision that will matter more than this milestone suggests.

    And yes—he’s still absorbing box-office dollars like, well, a sponge.

    PNN Entertainment

  • Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited Records Over 125% Turnover Growth in 9M FY26

    Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited Records Over 125% Turnover Growth in 9M FY26

    Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 6: Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited (SSEGL), a Chennai based EPC turnkey construction company delivering integrated infrastructure solutions across industrial, commercial, institutional, healthcare sectors, and solar, continued its strong growth momentum during the first nine months of FY26. The Company recorded a turnover growth of over 125% compared to the corresponding nine month period of FY25, driven by strong execution across infrastructure and solar EPC projects, steady project progress, and a disciplined approach to billing and collections. Head Pipeline

    • Order Book (as of 31st December 2025): ₹1,397.71 Cr (Under Execution)
    • Bid Pipeline: ₹14,953 Cr worth of projects under evaluation
    • Execution Visibility: 03 to 07 months with strong ramp up expected during the Financial Year.

    Robust Order Inflow – 

    During Q3 FY26, Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited continued to witness strong order inflows, securing multiple EPC and construction contracts aggregating to approximately ₹225 Cr from reputed Indian and international clients. Notably, the quarter marked a key milestone with the Company securing its first international order in Sri Lanka. The orders span civil, PEB and MEP works across industrial, manufacturing and infrastructure facilities, reflecting the Company’s strong execution capabilities, repeat business from marquee clients and expanding geographic footprint.

    Key Orders Secured During Q3 FY26 include:

    • ₹52.47 Cr from Grand Atlantia Panapakkam SEZ Developers Private Limited for execution of civil works for Phase 1B building at SIPCOT Park, Panapakkam, Tamil Nadu
    • ₹41.88 Cr from Reliance Consumer Products Limited (Producing CAMPA COLA Beverages, Subsidiary Company of Reliance Industries Limited) for additional civil works at its beverage manufacturing facility in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh
    • ₹35.61 Cr from Reliance Consumer Products Limited (Producing CAMPA COLA Beverages, Subsidiary Company of Reliance Industries Limited) for execution of additional PEB works at the same facility in Andhra Pradesh
    • ₹35.59 Cr from Ceylon Beverage International (PVT) Ltd. along with Ceylon Beverage Can (PVT) Ltd. for execution of MEP works at the Horana Export Processing Zone, Sri Lanka, marking the Company’s first international EPC project
    • ₹26.56 Cr from Reliance Consumer Products Limited (Producing CAMPA COLA Beverages, Subsidiary Company of Reliance Industries Limited) for execution of civil works at Brahmanapalli Village, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh
    • ₹24.06 Cr from Helmier Private Limited for execution of civil works at SIPCOT Medical Devices Park, Oragadam, Tamil Nadu
    • ₹6.95 Cr from Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited for execution of civil works for a factory building at Bidadi Industrial Area, Karnataka
    • ₹1.89 Cr from Krishca Strapping Solutions Limited for execution of civil construction works for a proposed canteen building

    Collectively, these orders enhance Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited’s order book visibility, broaden its geographic reach including entry into international markets, and reinforce its positioning as a preferred EPC partner for leading manufacturing and infrastructure clients.

    Future Direction – 

    ·Geographical Expansion: Strengthen presence across southern and western India, with focused growth in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Maharashtra.

    ·Core Sector Focus: Deepen participation across industrial, commercial, institutional, healthcare and data centre infrastructure projects.

    ·Execution Led Growth: Drive sustainable growth through a strong executable order book, disciplined project selection and fast track delivery capabilities.

    ·Operational Efficiency and Margins: Establish an in house PEB manufacturing facility and enhance digital and site automation to improve cost efficiency and margins.

    ·Sustainability and Governance: Expand solar EPC and energy efficient solutions while reinforcing governance standards and investor communication.

    On the performance, Mr. G. Thiyagu, Managing Director of Sathlokhar Synergys E&C Global Limited said“During the third quarter of FY26, Sathlokhar continued to build on the strong momentum established in the first half of the year. The quarter was marked by healthy order inflows from leading domestic clients, steady execution across ongoing projects, and improved billing and collections, resulting in strong revenue traction.

    We also achieved an important milestone during the quarter with the receipt of our first international order, reflecting growing client confidence in our execution capabilities and reinforcing our positioning as a reliable EPC partner. With a robust order book, disciplined execution approach and focus on operational efficiency, we remain confident of delivering sustainable growth in the coming quarters while maintaining quality and financial prudence.”

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  • Kratikal Tech Limited Files DRHP With BSE SME

    Kratikal Tech Limited Files DRHP With BSE SME

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 6: Kratikal Tech Limited, an AI driven cybersecurity solutions provider and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) cybersecurity solutions provider, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with BSE SME in preparation for its Initial Public Offering (IPO). The issue size comprises a Fresh Issue of up to 30,00,000 Equity Shares of face value of ₹10 each.

    As Kratikal Tech moves forward with its IPO plans, the funds raised will be utilized for Global Market Expansion through investment in its subsidiaries, Threatcop FZ LLC (UAE) and Threatcop AI Inc (USA). These funds are allocated for expenditure towards sales & marketing activities and development of workforce resources in international markets. Additionally, proceeds will be invested in Product Development and to address general corporate purposes.

    Beeline Capital Advisors Private Limited has been appointed as the Book Running Lead Manager to the Issue, while KFin Technologies Limited will serve as the Registrar to the Issue.

    About Kratikal Tech Limited:

    Kratikal Tech Limited is an AI driven, Software-as-a-Service based cybersecurity company protecting more than 638 clients with a workforce over 184 skilled professionals. The Company operates through two integrated business lines and services designed to reduce cyber risk and enhance organizational resilience through a unique dual-layered approach:

    • People Security Management (PSM): Through its Threatcop platform, the Company mitigates human-centric cyber risks (like phishing) by assessing and training employees.
    • Technology & Process Security: Under the Kratikal brand, it provides comprehensive defense for the technology stack.

    Together, these offerings deliver integrated protection across the People–Process–Technology framework in an increasingly complex threat environment.

    The Company’s AI driven platforms, including Threatcop and AutoSecT (an AI-driven Vulnerability Management, Detection & Response tool), support proactive identification, prioritization, and remediation of vulnerabilities across network, cloud, web, mobile, and API environments. Kratikal’s service portfolio includes vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT), application and infrastructure security, red team exercises, and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) services, enabling customers to safeguard critical data and maintain regulatory compliance.

    The company’s customer base ranges from small businesses to large enterprises across sectors such as BFSI, fintech, telecom, IT/ITES, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, and manufacturing, in India and international markets. The Company is a CERT-In empanelled security auditor and is also empanelled by NSE for system audits of trading members.

    For the period ended 31st March 2025, the company reported Revenue of ₹ 2,085.09 Lakhs and EBITDA of ₹ 551.25 Lakhs & PAT ₹ 423.34 Lakhs.

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