Los Angeles (California), May 2: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has been the final judge of cinema and its position must be recalibrated on a regular basis to represent the changes in technology and world politics. On May 1, 2026, the Board of Governors published a package of rule changes to the 99th Academy Awards (to be held on March 14, 2027), which are the most drastic structural changes in its modern history. The Academy is taking a radical action in saving the human soul of cinema by highlighting human authorship and de-nationalizing world participation. The AI…
Author: Arjun Singh
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], May 2: Dr. Dhaval Naik, a cardiac surgeon associated with Marengo CIMS Hospital, has been honoured with the prestigious Gujarat Garima Award in recognition of his contributions to advanced cardiac care, surgical outcomes, teamwork and social service. The award was presented during the 66th Gujarat Foundation Day celebrations held in Surat by Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Originally from Dhanori village in Navsari, Dr. Naik was born into a farmer family with a legacy closely linked with India’s freedom movement. He demonstrated academic excellence from an early stage and was awarded a gold…
Surat (Gujarat) [India], May 2: G. D. Goenka International School, Surat, has once again upheld its tradition of academic excellence by securing a 100% pass result in the CBSE Class X Board Examination, marking 13 consecutive years of outstanding performance. “The school’s students have delivered remarkable results this year, earning top ranks across Surat city, Gujarat State, and at the National level. Hiral Gattani emerged as the top performer with an exceptional score of 99.6% (498/500), securing 1st position in the region (1st in Gujarat and Surat) and 2nd position in the country,” Says the Principal. “In addition, 7 students…
New Delhi [India], May 2: IJCP Group, a leading integrated healthcare communications company, in association with the South Asian Obesity Forum (SOF), successfully concluded OBESITAS 2026, a high-impact scientific conference focused on addressing the growing clinical and public health challenge of obesity in India. Bringing together over 500 doctors and 150 nutritionists, alongside international faculty, the conference highlighted the urgent need to reposition obesity as a chronic, complex disease that is closely linked to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, fatty liver disease, and hormonal disorders. With rising prevalence across age groups, experts pointed to the need for early intervention and structured, multidisciplinary…
From solo dancers to stand-up comedians, from rangoli artists to gaming champions — IMS Ghaziabad’s biggest cultural fest brought the whole country to one stage New Delhi [India], May 1: There’s a moment, usually somewhere around the second hour of Day 1, when a college fest stops being an event and starts being an experience. At IMS Ghaziabad’s University Courses Campus, that moment arrived early. By the time the Inaugural Ceremony wrapped up on the morning of March 19th, it was already obvious — Pulse 2026 wasn’t going to be ordinary. Held across March 19th and 20th, Pulse 2026 is…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2: The 13th edition of VINYL INDIA 2026 — the World’s largest PVC business Summit and Exhibition, concluded successfully on April 9–10 at Hotel Sahara Star, Mumbai, bringing together the key stakeholders across the Global PVC value chain. With participation from over 1,150 delegates representing 515+ organizations across 21 countries, the Summit reaffirmed India’s growing stature as the Global hub for PVC demand and industry collaboration, and Vinyl India being PVC’s Largest Summit in the World. Highlight of Vinyl India 2026 Vinyl India was held at the peak of the West Asia crisis, significantly impacting India’s…
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], May 2: Aptronix, India’s leading Apple Premium Reseller, has unveiled its most ambitious brand campaign to date — “Big & Beyond Aptronix” — featuring celebrated actors Akkineni Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala as the official campaign faces. The launch marks a landmark moment in Indian Apple retail: the opening of Aptronix’s largest store in India, spanning 8,000 square feet, at Sarath City Capital Mall, Hyderabad. A Campaign Built for the Boldest Generation of Apple Users Designed to embody scale, confidence, and innovation, the “Big & Beyond Aptronix” campaign reflects the brand’s evolution into a world-class, aspirational retail…
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 2: Navayuga Engineering Company Limited (NECL) proudly garners its second Guinness World Records with the construction of the Widest Underground Tunnel, achieved as part of the landmark Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link Project. This extraordinary feat stands as a defining moment in India’s infrastructure journey, showcasing unmatched scale, engineering mastery, and a bold vision to build beyond boundaries. For decades, the Mumbai-Pune journey through the Sahyadris was scenic yet slow and unpredictable. Under the vision and leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Shri Devendra Fadnavis, the Government of Maharashtra envisioned a transformative solution – bridging the 13.3-kilometre Missing Link,…
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 2: NovorbisItusPvt. Ltd., a Pune-based cleantech startup, has raised ₹13.35 crore in a seed funding round led by Rainmatter, the investment initiative of Zerodha. The company develops emission control and air purification systems for decentralised pollution sources such as diesel generator (DG) sets and crematoriums, including retrofit solutions for existing infrastructure. The round also saw participation from Rockstud Capital, an early-stage fund focused on manufacturing-led companies. The transaction was advised by Indorient Financial Services Ltd. The Pune-based startup will use the funds to scale its emission control solutions for diesel generators and crematoriums and expand into new product lines. The round is led by Nithin Kamath’s Rainmatter, with participation…
New Delhi [India], May 2: India’s PR and digital branding industry, Multiphase Digital has created an ‘unprecedented’ win at the Entrepreneur India IDEA Awards 2026, scooping up the awards for “Most Innovative PR Company” and “Best Digital Campaign of the Year” simultaneously. This double victory not only appreciates the agency’s inventive abilities but also marks its escalating dominance over one of the country’s most competitive and fastest-evolving fields. Mehul Purohit’sa strategic PR Person, has positioned Multiphase Digital to become one of Asia’s most sought-after PR firms in a short span of time. Established in February 2020, the company has seen explosive growth and currently employs over 70 professionals catering to entrepreneurs, politicians, and athletes by…