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  • Hafele Introduces the Edinburgh Series of Architectural Lights

    Hafele Introduces the Edinburgh Series of Architectural Lights

    Edinburgh Series

    New Delhi [India], September 27: For over a decade, Hafele’s Loox Range has been redefining lighting solutions for furniture applications with its elegant design, simplicity, and technological innovation. From task lighting for kitchens to mood lighting for bedrooms, the Loox Range has seamlessly blended functionality with aesthetics. Recognizing the evolving need for advanced room lighting, Hafele expanded into architectural lighting in 2019, addressing a significant gap in the market between inconsistent local options and inaccessible international brands.

    With this vision, Hafele engineered a complete range of Architectural Lights that not only enhance the design of interiors but also empower architects, designers, and homeowners with versatile illumination options. These lights combine high performance with low Unified Glare Rating (UGR), ensuring comfortable brightness levels for everyday living. From highlighting textures and artworks to evenly illuminating floor and ceiling spaces, Hafele’s Architectural Lights are designed to meet every interior need.

    The newly launched Edinburgh Series is the epitome of harmony in lighting design. Built to complement any interior scheme, the series offers fixtures that maintain a consistent luminaire design across both true ceiling and false ceiling installations. With built-in drivers for quick installation and a wide choice of mounting options, the Edinburgh Series promises flexibility without compromising on design integrity and visual appeal.

    What sets the Edinburgh Series apart is its ingenious design adaptability. A single recess-mounted luminaire can be used in multiple ways: fully recessed for a flush finish, partially pulled out for surface mounting, or extended further for a swivel motion application. This versatility ensures one fixture serves various lighting purposes, minimizing clutter while maximizing functionality. Available in warm, natural, and cool white light tones with baffle finishes in black, white, and bronze, these luminaires give both designers and end users the freedom to craft lighting atmospheres that reflect personal style and intent.

    With uniform light distribution, smooth gradients, and the ability to tilt up to 90° and rotate 355°, the Edinburgh Series delivers both precision and ambience. For architects, it offers versatility, technical excellence, and reliability. For homeowners, it brings comfort, style, and a sense of harmony into everyday living. With Hafele’s Edinburgh Series, lighting evolves to become an integral element of design, creating spaces that are as comfortable as they are beautiful.

    Log onto https://www.hafeleindia.com/en/info/service/contact-us/410/ to find the nearest Hafele showroom or design centre.

    Customer Care Toll Free: 1800 266 6667

    Customer Care WhatsApp: +91 97691 11122

    Customer Care Email ID: customercare@hafeleindia.com

    Established as a wholly owned subsidiary of Hafele Global Network, Hafele India has been operating in India since 2003. An authority in the field of architectural hardware, furniture and kitchen fittings and accessories, the company also has a strong presence in synergized product categories like Home Appliances, Interior and Furniture Lighting, Sanitary Solutions, and Surfaces, positioning itself as a complete solution provider for interior solutions in India and South Asia. Hafele India has a strong nationwide presence through its offices and design showrooms spread across the country. The showrooms function as a one-stop shop for all home interior and improvement needs – from providing in-depth technical advice to kitchen and wardrobe designing services through a team of experts.

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  • Chatterbox Technologies Limited Announces IPO Opening Date – September 25, 2025

    Chatterbox Technologies Limited Announces IPO Opening Date – September 25, 2025

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 24: Chatterbox Technologies Limited provides digital and influencer marketing services and social media management services through two segments, Chtrbox and Chtrsocial. proposes to open its Initial Public Offering on Thursday, 25th September, 2025 and aims to raise ₹42.86 Crores, with shares to be listed on the BSE SME platform.

    The issue size is 37,27,200 equity shares with a face value of ₹ 10 each with a price band of ₹ 110 – ₹ 115 Per Share.

    Equity Share Allocation

    • QIB Anchor Portion – Up to 10,59,600 Equity Shares
    • Qualified Institutional Buyer – Up to 7,06,800 Equity Shares
    • Non-Institutional Investors – Not Less than 5,32,800 Equity Shares
    • Individual Investors – Not Less than 12,40,800 Equity Shares
    • Market Maker – 1,87,200 Equity Shares

    The net proceeds from the IPO will be utilised for Funding capital requirements for existing business, Funding capital expenditure for setting up an additional office cum setting up a new studio, funding capital requirements for brand building of the company, working capital requirements and general corporate purposes. The anchor portion will open on 24th September, 2025, and the issue will close on 29th September, 2025.

    The Book Running Lead Manager to the Issue is Expert Global Consultants Private Limited, and the Registrar is BigshareServices Private Limited.

    Mr. Raj Mishra, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Chatterbox Technologies Limited, expressed, “The IPO is a proud milestone in Chatterbox’s journey. From starting as a small team with a big idea, we’ve grown into one of India’s leading influencer marketing and social media companies. Chtrbox has always stood at the intersection of creativity and community, and what excites me most about this listing is not just the capital we raise, but the possibilities it unlocks – for innovation, for expanding our reach, and for giving brands and creators in India a platform that’s globally competitive. This moment reflects the trust of our clients, creators, and partners, and marks the beginning of our next chapter. With this capital, we will strengthen our technology, expand creative capabilities, and accelerate growth across India and beyond, with a clear vision to redefine how brands connect with culture, creators, and communities, and to build Chatterbox into a global leader from India.”

    Mr. Curt Marvis, Non-Executive Chairman of Chatterbox Technologies Limited, expressed, “This IPO is an important milestone for Chatterbox Technologies and for the broader QYOU Media family. Chatterbox has consistently delivered creativity, measurable impact, and cultural relevance for brands across India. With this IPO, the company is poised to scale faster, invest in innovation, and capture new opportunities in India’s rapidly growing digital landscape. At QYOU, we see Chatterbox as a key pillar of our global strategy, and we’re confident that Raj and his team will continue to set benchmarks for the industry.”

    Mr. Gaurav Jain, Director of Expert Global Consultants Private Limite,d said, “We are pleased to support Chatterbox Technologies Limited on its IPO journey. The company has built a strong reputation in digital and influencer marketing through its two verticals – Chtrbox and ChtrSocial. With a focus on creativity, technology, and measurable outcomes, Chatterbox has consistently delivered value to brands by connecting them with the right influencers and by building strong digital identities through engaging content and storytelling.

    Globally, the digital marketing and influencer ecosystem is evolving at a rapid pace, with brands increasingly turning to creators and innovative content to connect with audiences. This trend is reshaping how companies build trust, engage communities, and drive growth. Chatterbox Technologies, with its proven expertise, technology-driven approach, and expanding global footprint, is well-prepared to grow in line with this industry momentum. The IPO will enable the company to strengthen its infrastructure, invest in brand-building, and expand capabilities, positioning it as a key player in the evolving digital landscape.”

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  • The Dollar 60 Million Pioneer Club: How Pi Network Became the World’s Largest Crypto Community

    The Dollar 60 Million Pioneer Club: How Pi Network Became the World’s Largest Crypto Community

    The Pi Network is an innovative inclusion force in the complicated world of blockchain technology, where it is sometimes difficult to enter due to the expensive hardware and technical expertise, not to mention the high-energy use. Embracing the mission of bringing cryptocurrency to the masses, Pi Network has been able to democratise the first stage of entering the crypto world, which is mining, by enabling users to directly mine its native token, Pi, on their smartphones. It is not another technical novelty but a roadmap to mass adoption of this innovative, low-energy adaptation of the Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP) that is an adaptation of the Stellar Consensus Protocol itself.

    The three no-doubt strengths of the positive narrative of Pi Network get pegged on the unprecedented size of its community, its dedication to practical use, and its emphasis on energy efficiency.

    Pillar 1: The Power of a Global Community

    The greatest accomplishment of the Pi Network is its enormous and very active user base, also referred to as Pioneers. Having more than 60 million active users interacting on the app, Pi has been able to build one of the largest decentralised communities in the world, which, in comparison, has not been achieved by most of the established blockchain projects.

    It is not merely a figure, but rather a multi-lingual, multi-global and very distributed human network that is the key to the project’s security and future governance. Pi Network utilises social capital as a foundation of security through the application of social capital-based security by using social capital to ensure transactions are validated by trusted members in the form of Security Circles. Such a brilliant strategy is not only a way of ensuring that the ledger is not exposed to malicious individuals, but also a social trust base, which creates a feeling of ownership.

    This is a grassroots-based, organic growth, peer-to-peer, which demonstrates a colossal, untapped demand for a genuinely accessible electronic currency. The most valuable asset of the project is the Pioneers, who will develop a ready-made economy that will introduce the Pi currency in an unmatched worldwide market.

    Pillar 2: Building Utility from the Ground Up

    To become a successful cryptocurrency, any given cryptocurrency ought to outgrow being a speculative asset to an operational medium of exchange. The Pi Network is also progressing well in developing this real-world utility into its Enclosed Mainnet setting.

    The main developments revolve around the Pi Browser and the built-in dApp ecosystem. The Core Team promotes the development of decentralised applications, which can be useful, including social media, commerce and finance, through the developer hackathons. Most importantly, the community is currently acting as a source of real utility. Efforts such as PiFest have managed to demonstrate how local traders and merchants in many nations accept Pi as a form of goods and services, and this goes to prove that a real peer-to-peer commerce layer already exists before the actual open mainnet rollout.

    Another good sign is the recent addition of such functionality as the Fast-Track KYC, which accelerates the process of identity verification and puts more Pioneers into the live ecosystem where they can apply their Pi to such processes. This utility-oriented orientation first makes it so that when the network is opened up fully, it will be ready with people who have actual use cases to the Pi currency that will enable its intrinsic value to be more than an act of speculation.

    Pillar 3: Championing Environmental and Technological Innovation

    At a time when Proof-of-Work cryptocurrencies are subject to growing environmental questioning, Pi Network is a very sustainable option. Through the adaptation of the Stellar Consensus Protocol (SCP), Pi mining requires the use of insignificant amounts of energy relative to Bitcoin, making the project consistent with the objectives of sustainability in the world. This feature of design is one of the major technological and ethical benefits, where there is no requirement for enormous computing power and special mining farms.

    Besides, the Core Team of developers who are Stanford-trained still drives a technical excellence agenda. The implementation of protocol upgrades, including the modification of the current Stellar Protocol (v23) is the sign of a desire to ensure the stability of the network, its scalability, and that it will be able to be used in cross-chain interoperability in the future. The project is not simply based on its population community; it is establishing a strong, current and energy-efficient blockchain system that will manage the transactions of a large global user base.

    A Positive Outlook on the Future

    Although the route to a completely open mainnet is taken in small steps, such as mass KYC and compliance, the stepwise strategy of the Pi Network is an indicator of long-term planning and conscientious management. The founders are also creating a situation where value is created based on utility and network development, and not hype.

    The Pi Network will achieve its objective of being the friendliest peer-to-peer network in the world. It is introducing digital finance to demographics that were not part of the crypto revolution by effectively integrating accessibility with technological innovation. To the millions of Pioneers, the possibility of being part of and sharing in an endless generation of the internet and global trade has never been more concrete. The Pi Network is not a digital asset only; it is also a movement that will bring a real, decentralised and reachable financial future.

  • JOCKEY: PK7 Studios Brings India’s First Film on Madurai Goat Fight

    JOCKEY: PK7 Studios Brings India’s First Film on Madurai Goat Fight

    New Delhi [India], September 26: After breaking new ground with Muddy, India’s first-ever mud racing film, visionary filmmaker Dr. Pragabhal now presents JOCKEY, produced by PK7 Studios. This ambitious project marks the first Indian film to depict the traditional Madurai Goat Fight, a centuries-old cultural sport, on the big screen with raw authenticity and cinematic scale.

    The director’s inspiration came from witnessing the fierce yet emotional goat fights in Madurai. What captivated him was not only the adrenaline of the sport, but the bond between goats and their handlers – relationships steeped in ritual, respect, and survival. The goats, often treated as family members, are adorned and worshipped before stepping into the arena. This blend of tradition, culture, and human-animal connection forms the core of JOCKEY.

    To bring this story alive, Dr. Pragabhal immersed himself in Madurai for nearly three years, researching the culture, observing local practices, and building trust with handlers. For him, authenticity was non-negotiable: the actors had to live, train, and bond with the goats just like real handlers. Goats were purchased and cared for, with the cast feeding, bathing, and spending months alongside them to create genuine emotional connections.

    The casting itself was challenging. Actors Yuvan Krishna and Ridhan Krishnas committed to an extraordinary level of preparation, enduring rigorous physical training and facing real risks during practice sessions. Actress Ammu Abhiramiand veteran actor Madhu Sudhan Rao add depth and emotional weight to the narrative, supported by strong performances from Tamil talent. Produced by Prema Krishnadas & C. Devadas

    Technically, JOCKEY is mounted with expertise and vision:

    • Cinematography by Udhayakumar captures goat fight sequences and night visuals with breathtaking precision.
    • Editing by Srikanth, known for handling complex, technically demanding films.
    • Music by Sakthi Balaji, blending Tamil folk instruments with modern cinematic scoring.
    • Art Direction by Udhayakumar, recreating authentic Madurai settings without artificial sets.

    The film also boasts world-class technical support, including sound designer Raja Krishnan (National Award winner) and colorist Ranga, ensuring top-notch post-production.

    At its essence, JOCKEY is not merely about goat fights – it is about the spirit of Madurai, the resilience of its people, and the unbreakable bond between man and animal. With intense performances, real-life action, and heartfelt storytelling, the film promises to deliver a cinematic experience unlike anything Indian audiences have seen before.

    Speaking about the film, Dr Pragabhal said:

    “Goat fighting is culture, emotion, and survival woven into the lives of the people of Madurai. With JOCKEY, we want to share this world with honesty, grit, and intensity. After three years of hard work, I am proud to present this story as a cultural and cinematic milestone.”

    With JOCKEY, PK7 Studios and Dr Pragabhal are set to bring a unique, daring, and culturally rich story to national and global audiences.

    – PK7 Studios & Director Dr. Pragabhal

    MOTION POSTER LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch

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  • Dhadak 2 OTT Release: Siddhant Chaturvedi & Triptii Dimri’s Bold Romance Drama Heads Online After Mixed Box Office Journey

    Dhadak 2 OTT Release: Siddhant Chaturvedi & Triptii Dimri’s Bold Romance Drama Heads Online After Mixed Box Office Journey

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 26: It’s official — Dhadak 2, the much-talked-about Bollywood romance-drama led by Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, is making its way to the OTT universe. After stirring up headlines in theatres for both its brave subject matter and polarising reception, the film is now primed to reach living rooms and mobile screens across the country. And perhaps, this digital second life might be the redemption arc that director Shazia Iqbal’s project deserves.

    Because let’s be honest: while Bollywood loves its romance sagas, a love story that dives into the raw, thorny realities of caste equations is bound to ignite applause from some corners and eye-rolls from others.

    A Storyline That Refuses to Stay Glossy

    Dhadak 2 is no run-of-the-mill college romance. Rather, it substitutes glossy candy-floss images with the rough truth of Indian life. Siddhant Chaturvedi brings Harsh, the conflicted young man between desire and drive, to life, while Triptii Dimri infuses his object of desire, Meera, with vulnerability and passion. Their love, tabooed by centuries of caste barriers, is the background for an emotionally explosive drama.

    Unlike its predecessor, Dhadak (2018), which drew criticism for sanding off the rough edges of Sairat (the Marathi original), this sequel has the guts to linger in unease. Credit should be given — at least somebody in Bollywood finally recalled that “realism” is not an unpalatable term.

    Budgets, Box Office & Backlash

    Reports suggest that Dhadak 2 was mounted on a budget of around ₹55 crore, a respectable figure for a social-themed romance. However, the film’s box office trajectory wasn’t all roses. After a strong opening weekend, riding largely on the star power of Siddhant and Triptii’s newly minted on-screen pairing, collections tapered off.

    As of its theatrical close, Dhadak 2 is estimated to have made just shy of ₹60 crore worldwide. Respectable, yes. Blockbuster, no. For perspective, the film has barely crossed its breakeven point.

    But this is where OTT swoops in like a cape-wearing hero. The digital release offers a second wind — a chance to recoup investments, expand its reach, and ignite fresh debates among an audience far larger than the box office weekend warriors.

    Dhadak

    Performances That Deserve Their Due

    If the numbers were disappointing, the performances were not. Siddhant Chaturvedi drops his urban suave and enters angst with unexpected ease, giving a multi-textured performance that may well go down in history as a turning point in his life. Triptii Dimri, already basking in Animal success, reiterates that she is Bollywood’s most promising woman star of the hour — delicate in some scenes, terrifying in others.

    Together, their tension is like a lighted match over gunpowder — burning slowly, tense, and unable to be ignored.

    Why the Audience is Divided

    So why did a film with strong leads, high production value, and an urgent theme stumble theatrically? The answer lies partly in Bollywood’s own uneasy marriage with social realism. Viewers expecting another easy-breezy romance walked in and got a film that dared to discuss caste politics over candlelight dinners. Some clapped, others groaned.

    Social media, of course, had its own courtroom: one camp hailed the film’s audacity, the other called it a lecture disguised as love.

    And yet, isn’t that what art is supposed to do — disturb, provoke, ignite? If nothing else, Dhadak 2 proved that Bollywood can still spark conversation in an industry drowning in formulaic remakes.

    Dhadak

    What Critics Said

    Critics, too, couldn’t agree on a single verdict.

    • Some praised director Shazia Iqbal’s guts to stick closer to Sairat’s raw template rather than sugar-coat the narrative.

    • Others accused the film of leaning too heavily into melodrama, drowning nuance in slow-motion tears and background violins.

    As one reviewer quipped: “The film wants to be hard-hitting, but sometimes hits the hammer too many times on the same nail.”

    OTT: The Real Litmus Test

    With the OTT release imminent, Dhadak 2 enters its real exam. Digital audiences are famously less forgiving of mediocrity but also more open to uncomfortable truths. On a streaming platform, there are no ticket prices, no box office Monday blues — just a play button and the power to pause, rewind, and judge.

    If word of mouth clicks in the digital space, the film could achieve the cult status it missed in theatres. After all, Bollywood history is full of films (Rang De Basanti, Tumbbad) that found their true audience long after release.

    Dhadak

    Latest Buzz & What’s Next

    Buzz suggests that Dhadak 2 will premiere on one of the leading OTT giants (Netflix and Amazon Prime Video are in the frontrunners’ race), with an announcement expected within days. Industry chatter hints at a mid-October drop, strategically aligned with the festive season.

    And yes, early screenings for OTT critics are already being whispered about in cinephile circles. One insider gushed, “This is the kind of film that’ll trend in the top 10 charts, no matter what the trolls say.”

    In Summary: Love, Loss, and a Second Life Online

    Dhadak 2 did not set the cash registers ablaze, perhaps, but it braved grounds Bollywood more often avoids. With strong performances, a socially conscious core, and now an OTT catwalk in the future, the movie is set for a new innings.

    For audiences still arguing whether it’s a romance worth swooning over or a lecture worth skipping, streaming will provide the final verdict.

    Because, love it or hate it — Dhadak 2 refuses to be ignored. And in an industry oversaturated with forgettable cinema, that alone is half the battle won.

    PNN News

  • US Tariffs Market Slump: 6 Crucial Factors Behind the Devastating 200-Point Nifty Sell-off

    US Tariffs Market Slump: 6 Crucial Factors Behind the Devastating 200-Point Nifty Sell-off

    There was a dramatic turnaround in the last trading day of the week on Dalal Street with a fresh wave of geopolitical uncertainty emerging, namely, the announcement of the steep US tariffs, finally leaving a large wave of selling spree. The yardstick index, the Nifty 50 index, lost key psychological support by falling more than 200 points, and the Sensex broke nearly one per cent. The front lines were not the only deep cuts, with the extended market sensing the heat and the underlying indication of an overhauling of market sentiment to extreme caution. This one incident led to a major US Tariffs Market Slump.

    The immediate and primary catalyst for the widespread decline was the latest trade intervention from US President Donald Trump. In a significant policy development, Trump announced a punitive 100 percent tariff on all branded and patented pharmaceutical imports, effective October 1, unless the exporting companies commit to establishing domestic manufacturing facilities in the United States. This aggressive stance is a direct effort to compel the reshoring of high-value production and reduce America’s reliance on foreign supply chains.

    Navigating the Tariff Turbulence: Pharma and IT Under Pressure

    The US Tariffs Market Slump was most pronounced in sectors with heavy US exposure. The Nifty Pharma index was among the top sectoral losers, sinking over two percent in trade. Indian pharmaceutical companies, globally renowned for their low-cost, high-volume generic drug exports, typically enjoy a degree of insulation from such targeted measures. However, the ambiguity surrounding “complex generics and speciality medicines” introduces a layer of risk.

    Indian pharmaceutical firms, most of which are involved in the exportation of generic medications, will not experience major hitches. Nonetheless, companies such as Sun Pharma, which sell branded and patented products under the contract manufacturing organisation in the US and the EU, might experience a moderated effect on their distributed production model, as stated by Devarsh Vakil, Head of Prime Research at HDFC Securities. This school of thought insists on a disciplined opinion, which argues that, although the effect is quantified, the firms which had a diversified production structure, which is an indicator of long-term business foresight, can better cope with the shock in the short term.

    The technology sector also faced intense selling pressure, with the Nifty IT index marking its sixth straight session of losses. This weakness was amplified by a weak growth outlook from global bellwether Accenture, which cited US federal spending cuts on consultants as a drag on future revenue. The confluence of geopolitical trade risks in the pharma space and a slowing demand signal in the IT sector created a ‘double whammy’ effect, driving indices lower.

    Clarity, Consistency, and the Technical Outlook

    The response in the market brings out the fundamental principles of investment strategy: discipline, focus, trust, clarity, consistency, and positivity. The sell-off was also in response to uncertainty about future US trade policy and a blow to confidence about the future visibility of short-term earnings to export-oriented companies. Investors in a knee-jerk effort were not disciplined to hold high-quality stocks, and they engaged in panic selling.

    Technically, the market had definite indications of deteriorating consistency. The bearish tilt is highlighted by the Nifty closing below its psychological point of 25,000 for the first time in weeks, and five straight sessions of lower close and the apparent pattern of lower highs.

    Dhupesh Dhameja, Derivatives Research Analyst at SAMCO Securities, says it is still dangerous: “Sellers are still likely to continue to hold the high ground as long as the index is below the 25,05025,000 resistance band. The breakdown below 24,800 may open the additional downside to 24,620, and the near-term perspective may be sideways to bearish.

    This technical emphasis on prominent resistance and support levels offers a systematic way of going through the turmoil on the part of the market players. Having positivity in this environment does not mean risk ignoring, but sticking to a long-term investment structure, with the realization that risks of short-term geopolitical shocks present opportunities to those with capital and a high conviction focus.

    The very rapid, widespread drop, involving approximately 2828 shares falling and 912 rising, indicates that market participants are adjusting an excessively high risk premium, awaiting a resolution on the trade front and a steadier earnings trend by the heavy-weight IT industry. The point is that even though news in the short term causes turbulence, one must have a sense of strategic discipline and never lose their faith in fundamental value.

  • Sarveshwar Foods to Strengthens FFC Model; Set a Target of 50 FFC

    Sarveshwar Foods to Strengthens FFC Model; Set a Target of 50 FFC

    Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir) [India], September 26: Sarveshwar Foods Ltd. (SFL), a Jammu & Kashmir-based farm-to-fork food company, plans to increase its Farmer Facilitation Centres (FFCs) from current 14 to 50 in the near-term. Through this expansion, the company aims to support its mill operations and secure a steady supply of produce for its new line of value-added products.

    Sarveshwar operates the largest Rice Mill in the state.

    Sarveshwar Foods has a legacy of more than 130 years. Nestled in the fertile soils of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), one of the least contaminated regions of India, the company has built an enduring legacy as a leading supplier of premium basmati rice and organic staples. It is a trusted name in the agricultural ecosystem, directly engaging farmers, empowering rural communities, and supplying organic products, carrying the essence of the Himalayas to households across India and the world.

    Building on Nature’s Strengths

    Sarveshwar Foods boasts its vast farmland in J&K and a few other states of north India, which it owns or has contracted for over the years. J&K’s unique geography provides Sarveshwar with a distinct edge. The region’s soil fertility, pristine environment, and limited exposure to chemical contamination make it ideal for cultivating high-quality rice, saffron, walnuts, and other speciality crops. Sarveshwar has leveraged these natural advantages to secure the first Geographical Indication (GI) tag for J&K Basmati, reinforcing its commitment to authenticity and quality.

    Direct Connect with Farmers

    Sarveshwar’s growth story is deeply rooted in its farmer-first approach. The company directly engages with over 17,000 farmers across J&K, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, covering more than 30,000 acres of certified organic farmland. It has gained farmers’ trust by initiating several measures.

    Through its FFCs, Sarveshwar provides farmers with certified seeds, technical know-how, agri-inputs, and assured buyback, creating a transparent ecosystem.

    What sets Sarveshwar apart is the trust it has built with farming families across generations. This relationship, nurtured over a century, has created a community where farmers see Sarveshwar not just as a buyer but as a long-term partner. Under the leadership of Rohit Gupta, who has been guiding the company for the past four years, this direct farmer connect is being scaled further, with plans to expand from 14 to over 50 FFCs in the near term.

    “We want to extend our reach through these FFCs. We buy from farmers at the best price. They are also advised on planting activities. Which crop to cultivate and which to avoid, so that they get better monetary benefits,” Gupta said.

    In Step with National Priorities

    Sarveshwar’s farmer-centric initiatives align closely with the government’s agricultural vision. The company is an active participant in the Holistic Agricultural Development Program (HADP) of J&K, designed to modernise farming practices and enhance rural livelihoods.

    It also collaborates with state agriculture departments in Jammu and Himachal Pradesh for organic farming projects, bringing scientific techniques and sustainable methods to the grassroots.

    The company’s contract farming model, spanning more than 48,000 acres across five states, ensures control over seed quality and crop cycles while boosting farmer income and productivity.

    This not only benefits the farming community but also contributes to India’s ambition of scaling agri-exports and promoting organic produce globally. European Union, US, and certain countries in Asia prefer agri-produce with little or no pesticide contamination. Sarveshwar is a better place to exploit this opportunity.

    Empowering Communities Beyond Agriculture

    Sarveshwar’s impact extends well beyond fields and factories. Through the Sarveshwar Foundation, the company runs comprehensive programs in farmer welfare, financial literacy, and organic farming awareness. Over 1,000 farmers in Jammu and Kashmir have received free distribution of certified paddy seeds, while border villages benefit from livelihood initiatives and community development drives.

    CSR efforts also span women empowerment programs, healthcare camps for rural families, youth training, and environmental stewardship through annual plantation drives. The Foundation has supported self-help groups for women and provided support to families of soldiers, further embedding the company’s role as a responsible corporate citizen.

    Looking Ahead

    As Sarveshwar Foods continues to expand its farmer network and strengthen its facilitation infrastructure, the company is poised to play an even larger role in India’s agricultural transformation. Its focus on sustainability, organic farming, and direct farmer engagement positions it as a model enterprise that combines business growth with community empowerment.

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  • Munish Forge Limited IPO Opens on Sept 30, 2025

    Munish Forge Limited IPO Opens on Sept 30, 2025

    Left to Right: Mr Khimil Soni (NNM Securities), Mr Manoj Pandey (CFO Munish), Mr Sumeet Harlalka (Gretex), Mr Davinder Bhasin (MD Munish), Mr Dev Arjun Bhasin (CEO Munish)

    Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 26: Munish Forge is engaged in the manufacturing of forgings and castings, proposes to open its Initial Public Offering on Sept 30, 2025, aiming to raise ₹ 73.92 Crores (at upper price band) with shares to be listed on the NSE Emerge platform.

    The issue size is 77,00,400 equity shares with a face value of ₹ 10 each with a price band of ₹ 91 – ₹ 96 Per Share.

    Equity Share Allocation

    • Qualified Institutional Buyer – Not more than 36,56,400.00 Equity Shares
    • Non-Institutional Investors – Not less than 10,98,000.00 Equity Shares
    • Individual Investors – Not less than 25,60,800.00 Equity Shares
    • Market Maker – Up to 3,85,200.00 Equity Shares

    The net proceeds from the IPO will be utilised for funding capital expenditure for capacity enhancement, meeting working capital requirements, repaying/prepaying certain borrowings and general corporate purposes. The anchor portion will open on Monday, Sept 29, 2025 ,and the issue will close on Friday, Oct 03, 2025.

    The Book Running Lead Manager to the Issue is Gretex Corporate Services Limited, and the Registrar is Skyline Financial Services Private Limited.

    Mr Davinder Bhasin, Managing Director of Munish Forge Limited, expressed, “Over the last four decades, Munish Forge Limited has built its presence in precision engineering and manufacturing, serving sectors such as Defence, Oil & Gas, Automobile, and Infrastructure. The company focuses on supplying forged and cast components, maintaining relationships with its customers, and improving its technology and processes.

    The IPO is an important step for the company, and the funds raised will be used to expand manufacturing capacity. The company will continue to focus on its business activities and meet the requirements of its customers and stakeholders.”

    Mr Alok Harlalka, Director of Gretex Corporate Services Limited, said, “We are glad to partner with Munish Forge Limited in its IPO journey. With a proven track record in manufacturing forgings and castings for critical sectors such as Defence, Oil & Gas, Automotive, Railways, and Infrastructure, the company is well-positioned for the next phase of growth. The IPO will enable the company to invest in advanced machinery and civil infrastructure, reduce debt, and strengthen its working capital base. These steps will enhance production capacity, improve operational efficiency, and support expansion into new markets, both in India and globally. We believe this fundraiser will help the company grow further and create long-term value.”

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  • The MoSPI Digital Transformation Push: Smart AI Stats

    The MoSPI Digital Transformation Push: Smart AI Stats

    New Delhi [India], September 26: India’s statistics engine just got a major digital upgrade. At the 29th CoCSSO, MoSPI unveiled new portals, an AI-powered website, and project-tracking tools designed to make government data sharper, faster, and future-ready.

    A Conference That Actually Delivered

    For once, a government conference wasn’t just talk. At the 29th Conference of Central and State Statistical Organizations (CoCSSO), the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) put action on the table: new digital products aimed at making official data easier to access, standardized, and AI-ready.

    The lineup included a redesigned MoSPI website, the National Metadata Structure (NMDS) Portal, a brand-new infrastructure monitoring platform called PAIMANA, and pilot use cases of artificial intelligence in statistical work.

    These aren’t minor tweaks. They’re the kind of upgrades that could actually change how India collects, processes, and uses its official numbers.

    MoSPI Website 2.0: Smarter Gateway to Stats

    Government websites are usually a nightmare. Slow, clunky, confusing. MoSPI seems to have heard the complaints.

    The revamped mospi.gov.in promises a smoother, faster experience. It comes with:

    • AI chatbot: Multilingual, designed to help users find data without digging through endless PDFs.
    • Advanced search tools: Because no one has time for bad search bars.
    • Cloud-first design: Better reliability, less downtime.
    • Global best practices: Built under MeitY’s Digital Backend Implementation Model (DBIM).

    Researchers, policymakers, and citizens get cleaner, quicker access to India’s official statistics.

    GoI Stats App: Data in Your Pocket

    Already available on Android, the GoI Stats app now has an iOS version too. The Android release picked up over 10,000 downloads in under three months.

    The app makes official statistics mobile-friendly, a win for students, analysts, and anyone who wants quick, on-the-go access to data.

    PAIMANA: Infrastructure Tracking Gets Serious

    If you’ve ever wondered who’s keeping an eye on big-ticket projects, highways, airports, and power plants, here’s your answer.

    MoSPI has rolled out PAIMANA (Project Assessment Infrastructure Monitoring and Analytics for Nation-building). It replaces the old OCMS system and is accessible via ipm.mospi.gov.in.

    Key features:

    • Scope: Tracks projects worth ₹150 crore and above across roads, railways, petroleum, shipping, coal, aviation, and urban development.
    • Analytics-driven: Dashboards, automated reports, and data visualization tools.
    • Mobile-ready: A companion app for real-time access.

    PAIMANA is a powerful data cockpit for decision-makers who want less paperwork and more clarity.

    NMDS Portal: Metadata Gets a Makeover

    Metadata sounds boring until you realize it’s the backbone of reliable statistics.

    The National Metadata Structure (NMDS) Portal standardizes metadata across India’s data-producing agencies.

    Highlights include:

    • Central repository with version control and audit trails.
    • Advanced filtering and export tools.
    • API integration for seamless use across systems.
    • Advisory framework to improve quality.

    Why it matters: With standardized metadata, India’s datasets become machine-readable, AI-ready, and easier to compare across sectors.

    AI in Official Statistics: Pilot Projects in Motion

    Artificial intelligence isn’t just for chatbots and selfies anymore. MoSPI showcased alpha versions of AI-powered applications in data collection, processing, and dissemination.

    The goal? Faster turnaround, cleaner datasets, and predictive insights that policymakers can actually use.

    MoSPI has also set up a Data Innovation Lab and a Research and Analysis Division to push AI adoption through a structured framework.

    By 2047, when India aims for “Viksit Bharat,” these early AI moves could be the foundation for a more agile and accurate statistical system.

    Why This Actually Matters

    India’s appetite for data is exploding. From investors looking at growth trends, to policymakers planning infrastructure, to citizens demanding transparency, numbers drive decisions.

    But clunky systems and inconsistent metadata have slowed things down. MoSPI’s digital transformation is an overdue step to cut the noise and deliver clean, usable statistics.

    Other countries are already embedding AI into their statistical systems. India catching up is not optional. It’s essential.

    What Comes Next

    These aren’t just shiny portals. If used well, they can:

    • Improve evidence-based policymaking.
    • Help track India’s massive infrastructure pipeline.
    • Make official statistics more trustworthy.

    For a ministry that often operates in the background, MoSPI just made a front-page move.

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  • Praveg Launches Praveg Adalaj Theme Park – A Landmark Destination for Premium Events

    Praveg Launches Praveg Adalaj Theme Park – A Landmark Destination for Premium Events

    Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], September 26: Praveg Limited (BSE: 531637) is pleased to announce that operations at Praveg Adalaj Tourism Infrastructure Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary (WOS) and Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) of the Company, have officially commenced today at Praveg Adalaj Theme Park, strategically located on the Ahmedabad – Gandhinagar Highway. The project has been developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with TCGL and is set up on a 30 years lease, reflecting a long-term commitment to building world-class event infrastructure in the region.

    As Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar rapidly emerge as India’s prominent event and convention hub, hosting global summits, cultural festivals, and high-profile corporate gatherings, Praveg Adalaj Theme Park adds a new dimension to the region’s event infrastructure. The venue not only leverages the vibrant event ecosystem of these twin cities but also draws inspiration from the Adalaj Stepwell, one of Gujarat’s most iconic heritage landmarks, seamlessly blending tradition with modernity.

    Designed as the ultimate destination for premium events, Praveg Adalaj Theme Park redefines elegance and versatility, seamlessly blending Gujarat’s glorious heritage with modern infrastructure to host corporate, social, cultural, and musical gatherings at an unparalleled scale.

    Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Vishnukumar Patel, Chairman of Praveg Limited, said, “Praveg Adalaj Theme Park is a landmark project that celebrates Gujarat’s rich heritage while offering world-class event infrastructure. Located in the heart of Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, the emerging hub for marquee events, the project will provide unmatched experiences to our guests. With this launch, we are confident of positioning it as the most sought-after destination for premium events and cultural experiences in the region.”

    Key Highlights of Praveg Adalaj Theme Park:

    • Museum of Heritage & Culture: A curated space showcasing Gujarat’s art, history, and traditions, offering visitors an immersive glimpse into the legacy of Adalaj and beyond.
    • Expansive Venue: Spread across 23,000 sq. metres, with a 4,500 sq. metre open garden, 1,924 sq. metre dining space, and 2,545 sq. metre ceremony area.
    • Amphitheatre: A state-of-the-art 1,350 sq. metre Amphitheatre with green room facilities.
    • Ample Parking: A 5,000 sq. metre parking area for seamless guest convenience.
    • Other Facilities: Open-to-sky lounge, luxury green rooms, scenic selfie points, curated guest amenities and fine dining experiences.

    Exclusive Venues within Praveg Adalaj Theme Park

    Jal Tarang

    An open-air amphitheatre set against the timeless backdrop of the Adalaj Stepwell, Jal Tarang is designed to host government and corporate conferences, product launches, leadership seminars, award ceremonies, and brand activations. It beautifully revives Gujarat’s cultural spaces while integrating modern functionality.

    The Vaav

    Inspired by the Adalaj Stepwell, The Vaav offers a distinctive setting for photo shoots, cultural and musical performances, exhibitions, panel discussions, as well as large-scale corporate and institutional events. It is envisioned as a cultural stage where heritage seamlessly blends with immersive experiences.

    Experiences Tailored for Every Occasion

    From Sufi nights, folk music concerts, and art exhibitions to business networking sessions, social gatherings, birthdays, and government events, Praveg Adalaj Theme Park offers a versatile venue that transforms every occasion into a memorable experience.

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