Headquartered in Bahour Commune, Puducherry, it draws deep inspiration from Kerala’s rich Ayurvedic heritage. Its foundational ethos can be traced back to an early formative influence in Kayamkulam, where the founder was introduced to traditional herbal practices under the guidance of his grandfather. This early exposure to indigenous knowledge, particularly the use of food-based matrices for extracting herbal actives, continues to shape the company’s formulation philosophy. Over time, this traditional understanding has been refined and integrated with modern research methodologies, resulting in a distinctive approach that combines food safety principles with Ayurvedic science in personal care innovation.

At the core of its identity lies the concept of “edible personal care,” a framework that reflects evolving consumer preferences for ingredient transparency, safety, and sustainability. While the term “edible” does not imply that the products are intended for consumption, it signifies a commitment to using ingredients that meet food-grade or food-aligned safety standards wherever feasible. This philosophy underscores its focus on minimizing exposure to harmful substances while maintaining product efficacy. Its formulations are consciously developed to exclude harsh synthetic chemicals, unnecessary additives, and high-risk irritants. At the same time, it emphasizes ethical sourcing, environmentally responsible processing, and long-term product stability.

As global awareness regarding ingredient safety and cumulative exposure continues to rise, it is contributing to a broader transformation in the personal care industry. By aligning its products with the purity and accountability standards commonly associated with food and ingestible wellness products, it is advancing a new paradigm in skincare and personal care. This forward-thinking approach places it at the forefront of a shift toward cleaner, safer, and more responsible beauty solutions.

Its product portfolio spans several key categories, including lip care, face care, hair care, and sun protection. In the lip care segment, it has introduced an edible lip balm formulated entirely with food-grade ingredients. This ensures safety even in cases of incidental ingestion, while remaining fully compliant with regulatory standards. In the face care category, particularly in masks and treatment-based products, it draws inspiration from traditional household practices where food-based preparations were commonly used for skincare. These practices have been reinterpreted using modern scientific techniques to create stable, effective, and consumer-friendly formulations.

The company is also actively expanding its research into emerging areas such as baby care and next-generation sun protection. These initiatives reflect its commitment to offering comprehensive and safe personal care solutions for diverse consumer needs. A notable milestone in its innovation journey is the introduction of fermented almond milk as a functional ingredient in personal care—an industry-first development. This breakthrough demonstrates its ability to integrate food science, fermentation technology, and Ayurvedic principles to enhance product performance, safety, and skin compatibility.

Under the leadership of Dr. A. Rajesh Kumar, it continues to strengthen its research-driven and innovation-focused approach. With over three decades of cross-disciplinary experience spanning pharmaceuticals, Ayurveda, food science, and cosmetics, he brings a unique perspective to the organization. Holding a Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry and a PhD in Medicinal Chemistry, he has built the company on a foundation of scientific integrity, ethical practices, and consumer-centric innovation. His multidisciplinary expertise plays a crucial role in shaping its strategic direction, product development, and long-term vision.

His leadership emphasizes the importance of bridging traditional knowledge systems with modern scientific validation. By fostering a culture of research and continuous learning, he has ensured that the company remains responsive to emerging trends while maintaining its core commitment to safety and quality. This approach not only enhances product credibility but also builds trust among increasingly informed and discerning consumers.

In addition to product innovation, it places strong emphasis on sustainability and responsible business practices. From sourcing raw materials to manufacturing processes, it adopts environmentally conscious methods aimed at reducing its ecological footprint. This aligns with the expectations of modern consumers who are not only concerned about personal health but also about the environmental impact of the products they use.

The company’s vision extends beyond product development to redefining everyday personal care. By focusing on purity, transparency, and science-backed efficacy, it aims to set new benchmarks in the industry. Its commitment to “Every Life, Every Day” reflects a broader mission to make safe and effective personal care accessible while promoting long-term well-being.

As the global personal care industry undergoes a decisive shift toward clean, sustainable, and ethically produced products, it stands out as a forward-thinking brand with a clear and differentiated identity. Its ability to merge Ayurvedic traditions with modern biotechnology positions it uniquely in a competitive market, enabling it to address both contemporary consumer needs and future industry trends.

Through its innovative approach and strong scientific foundation, Vithania Life Sciences is not only redefining product standards but also influencing how consumers perceive personal care. Its emphasis on safety, transparency, and sustainability reflects a deeper transformation within the industry—one that prioritizes long-term health and environmental responsibility alongside performance.

With a clear vision, robust research capabilities, and a commitment to excellence, it is poised to play a significant role in shaping the future of personal care. By continuing to innovate while staying rooted in its core philosophy, it exemplifies how tradition and science can come together to create meaningful and lasting impact in the wellness and beauty sector.

In his address, the Chief Guest, Mr Rahul Purwar, stated,
“Artificial Intelligence is the biggest revolution of our time. Books like ‘AI-ify Yourself’ will guide youth and professionals in upgrading themselves with AI. This initiative aligns well with the New Education Policy.”

Author Dr Sandeep Kumar mentioned,
“This book is written for everyone—from common individuals to entrepreneurs, students, and policymakers. Its objective is to explain how individuals can adopt AI to future-proof their skills and careers.”

Co-author Dr Arif Habib added,
“AI is no longer an option; it has become a necessity. In this book, we have attempted to simplify complex technical concepts using easy language and practical examples.”

Event Highlights

The event was attended by faculty members, researchers, students, and distinguished citizens of the city in large numbers. Hon’ble Pro-Chancellor Mr Bijay Kumar Dalan and Hon’ble Rajya Sabha MP & Director (Planning & Development) Dr Pradeep Kumar Verma conveyed their best wishes) messages to the authors on this occasion.

Why “AI-ify Yourself” Matters

• Simplifies complex AI concepts for mass understanding
• Provides practical, real-world applications of AI
• Aligns with India’s & Prime Minister Modiji’s AI and education policy vision
• Empowers individuals to become creators—not just consumers—of AI

About the Authors

Dr. Sandeep Kumar – Academic leader and researcher with expertise in emerging technologies and education innovation.

Dr. Arif Habib– AI thought leader, researcher, and educator focused on practical AI adoption and skill transformation.

About Sarla Birla University

Sarla Birla University is a leading higher education institution committed to academic excellence, innovation, and industry-aligned learning. The university continues to play a pivotal role in shaping future-ready talent in India.

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], April 23: The book “AI-ify Yourself” was grandly launched at the G.D. Birla Auditorium of Sarla Birla University, Ranchi. The book has been co-authored by Dr. Sandeep Kumar, Professor and Dean at the university, along with Dr. Arif Habib.

Dignitaries Present

The book was officially released by the Chief Guest, Mr. Rahul Purwar, IAS, Principal Secretary, Department of Higher and Technical Education, Government of Jharkhand. Distinguished guests present on the occasion included:

• Mr. Prem Shankar Singh, Regional Director, Reserve Bank of India, Jharkhand
• Prof. (Dr.) Rajeev Srivastava, Director, IIIT Ranchi
• Mr. H.N. Mishra, Director, CCL Ranchi
• Prof. Gopal Pathak, Director General, Sarla Birla University
• Prof. C. Jagannathan, Vice-Chancellor, Sarla Birla University
• Prof. S.B. Dandin, Registrar, Sarla Birla University

Key Statements

Every morning, roughly 600 million Indians step outside and fill their lungs with air that is, by international health standards, slowly killing them. The AQI readings scroll past on weather apps - 180, 240, 310, numbers that have become so routine, most people have stopped reading them. India holds 14 of the world's 20 most polluted cities. This is not a statistic. It is the backdrop of daily life.

Vedant, Jashwanth, and Chinmay - looked at that reality and asked a question almost no one else had: what if you could carry clean air in your backpack?

The idea nobody else was building!

Inhale, India's first ever portable oxygen brand with signature aromas. A 5L can of 95% pure oxygen, available in two aromas & one natural oxygen: Filter Coffee, Himalayan Breeze, and Natural. Compact enough to fit in a gym bag or laptop backpack. Over 60+ quick inhalations per can. Manufactured in a US FDA approved facility not as a boast, but as a baseline.

"We didn't want to build a product that felt medical or scary," says Vedant, entrepreneur and co-founder. "We wanted it to feel like something you reach for naturally the way you'd grab a bottle of water. Breathing well shouldn't be a luxury. It should just be normal."

The product was developed under mentorship of VJTI, one of India's most respected engineering institutions, giving Inhale a guidance that is as much about rigorous science as it is about lifestyle appeal.

Jashwanth - Actor, social media personality, and winner of Splitsvilla X5
Jashwanth says. "I wanted to build something that actually matters. Something that, ten years from now, people will say that changed how we live. Air pollution isn't a niche problem. It's everyone's problem. That made this easy to say yes to."

Chinmay, the third co-founder, brings operational sharpness to the trio - the kind of relentless focus on execution that turns an idea with good intentions into a product that actually ships.

What Inhale actually does & who is it for?

Inhale is not medicine. It is a performance and wellness tool for people who are already paying close attention to how their body runs.

The gymgoer who hits a wall mid-session. The morning runner in a city where the AQI reads 200 before 7 AM. The office professional who spends eight hours in a sealed, air-conditioned building and wonders why they feel foggy by noon. The trekker ascending altitude. The traveller stuck in recycled cabin air on a long flight. For all of them, Inhale offers something straightforward: fresh breath of 95% pure oxygen at exactly the moment they need it.

The science is not new. Supplemental oxygen has been used by mountaineers, pilots, athletes, and hospitals for decades. What Inhale has done is make it portable, pleasant, and approachable for the everyday Indian.

Normalising Clean Air - One Breath at a Time

The mission, the founders say, is not to alarm people about pollution. The data already does that. It is to make reaching for clean oxygen as instinctive and unselfconscious as reaching for a bottle of water.

Chinmay noticed something telling during the early days of building Inhale. "I'd watch people around me in the gym, in meetings, on morning runs visibly struggling. Yawning constantly, losing focus, feeling heavy. And none of them connected it to the air they were breathing. We've been conditioned to accept that feeling as normal. It isn't."

What Inhale delivers is 95% pure oxygen compared to the 21% found in regular ambient air. That difference is not a minor upgrade. Oxygen is the fuel that drives every cell in your body. More of it, delivered directly, means faster muscle recovery after a hard workout, sharper cognitive function during a long meeting, reduced fatigue on a high-altitude trek, and a genuine sense of reset in the middle of a polluted, exhausting day. Athletes have known this for decades. Inhale makes it available to everyone else.

Proudly India's First.

Building a category from scratch in India is both an opportunity and a challenge. There is no established consumer behaviour to tap into, no shelf they can slide next to a familiar competitor. Inhale is the shelf.

For Chinmay, Jashwanth, and Vedant, that is not an obstacle, it is the entire point. The founders who define a category own it. And in a country of 1.4 billion people, most of whom live in cities that rank among the world's most polluted, the addressable need for what Inhale offers is not a niche. It is a nationwide condition.

"We are not selling a product," says Jashwanth. "We are starting a habit. And habits, once they start, don't stop."

Inhale is available now. Because the air outside isn't waiting 

Inhale - India's First Portable Oxygen Brand

95% Pure Oxygen | US FDA Approved Facility | Mentored under VJTI | 60+ Inhalations per Can

Additionally, he articulated India's firm position on the immunity of state officials and championed arbitration and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms for resolving trade and investment disputes between states and international organizations. These contributions not only highlighted India's proactive stance on critical global issues but also reinforced our nation's commitment to multilateral cooperation and sustainable development.

This distinguished opportunity, extended to MP Reddy as part of one of India's two all-party parliamentary delegations, stands as a testament to his unwavering dedication, intellectual acumen, and leadership in advancing national interests on the world stage. Despite the political challenges and cross-party dynamics, his selection reflects the trust placed in him by the Government of India to articulate our priorities during high-level discussions on peace, climate, and international law. Sheeba Gollapalli, esteemed leader of the G100 Political Leadership Wing for Andhra Pradesh, remarked, "PV Mithun Reddy's participation at the UNGA is a matter of immense pride for Andhra Pradesh and the entire nation. 

His articulate advocacy for innovative solutions in maritime security and international dispute resolution exemplifies the caliber of leadership that YSRCP continues to bring to Parliament. We applaud his efforts in elevating India's voice globally and look forward to his continued contributions in shaping a more secure and equitable world order."The G100 Political Leadership Wing reaffirms its commitment to fostering bipartisan excellence in public service and stands in solidarity with leaders like MP Reddy who bridge local aspirations with global responsibilities. This achievement inspires the youth and political aspirants of Andhra Pradesh to pursue excellence in diplomacy and governance. 

Andhra Pradesh G100 Political Leadership Wing, spearheaded by Sheeba Gollapalli, is a dynamic platform dedicated to empowering women and youth in politics, promoting inclusive governance, and amplifying Andhra Pradesh's voice in national and international forums. Committed to values of integrity, innovation, and equity, it nurtures the next generation of leaders to drive sustainable development and social justice. Sheeba is a past alumni of UNITAR, Switzerland which empower many delegates which took part in UNGA, USA.

The initiative aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements, innovation, and leadership across Karnataka’s thriving business ecosystem. With nominations now open, entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, and large enterprises are invited to showcase their excellence on a highly respected state-level platform.

A Platform for Business Excellence

Over the years, the Karnataka Business Awards has established itself as a benchmark for recognizing excellence across diverse industries. The platform promotes innovation, quality, and growth, encouraging businesses to adopt global standards and elevate their performance.

From technology and healthcare to travel, hospitality, manufacturing, and real estate, the awards encompass a wide range of sectors, reflecting Karnataka’s dynamic and diverse economic landscape.

Grand Celebration in Bengaluru

The 6th edition is expected to bring together leading entrepreneurs, industry experts, and innovators from across the state in Bengaluru. Hosted at the prestigious Palace Grounds, the event promises a grand celebration of success, networking, and industry collaboration.

The awards will recognize 200+ achievers across 20+ categories, making it one of the largest and most inclusive business award platforms in Karnataka.

President’s Message

Sharing his vision for the upcoming edition, Abdul Musaddiq stated,

“The Karnataka Business Awards has always been a platform to recognize the spirit of entrepreneurship and excellence that drives our state forward. With the 6th edition, we aim to create even greater opportunities for businesses to gain visibility, build credibility, and connect with the right ecosystem. We invite organizations across sectors to participate and showcase their achievements on this prestigious stage.”

Opportunities Beyond Recognition

Participating in the Karnataka Business Awards goes beyond winning accolades. It offers businesses enhanced brand visibility, credibility, and valuable networking opportunities with key stakeholders and industry leaders.

The platform serves as a catalyst for growth, partnerships, and expansion, helping businesses strengthen their market presence and reach new heights.

Industry Support & Media Ecosystem

The growing influence of business recognition platforms is further strengthened by media and ecosystem enablers such as Travel Trade News, a leading voice in the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry that delivers global insights, industry updates, and promotional visibility to businesses.

Complementing this is TTN Connect, a dynamic platform that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs through curated events, awards, and global networking opportunities—creating a bridge between recognition and real business growth.

Adding to this ecosystem is AuditCore Certifications, which plays a crucial role in ensuring quality, compliance, and operational excellence across organizations through professional certification and auditing services. Such frameworks enhance credibility and trust among businesses participating in award platforms.

Call for Nominations

With nominations now officially open, businesses across Karnataka are encouraged to apply early and secure their place among the state’s top performers. Given the scale and prestige of the awards, competition is expected to be high.

For more details, nominations, and participation guidelines, visit:

https://karnatakabusinessawards.com 

https://traveltradenews.world
 

In his address, Vice President Radhakrishnan praised the community's resilience and unity, noting the language's role in symbolizing strength. He emphasized that the Constitution is the living spirit of the nation, embodying its aspirations and safeguarding rights.

The release enables people to understand the Constitution in their mother tongue, fostering trust and participation in the democratic process. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, Rajasthan Legislative Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani, MP Shankar Lalwani, and Pavan Sindhi attended the event, highlighting the collective effort to promote linguistic diversity.

“Kasoor” is a deeply emotional romantic track that beautifully captures the feelings of love, longing, and unspoken emotions. The song explores the complexities of relationships and the silent emotions that often remain hidden between two people in love. Its heartfelt lyrics and soothing music have struck a chord with listeners, making it widely appreciated by fans of romantic music.

The music video features model & actor Tanya Mishra, whose performances bring depth and authenticity to the narrative. The on-screen chemistry and expressive acting add emotional weight to the story, allowing viewers to connect with the characters and the feelings portrayed in the song.

In recent years, Tanya Mishra has steadily built a strong presence in the entertainment and fashion industry. A model-turned-actress, she has been recognized at the Femina Achievers 2024 Gujarat Edition, highlighting her rising influence in the industry. With projects like Rehbara 2.0 and several successful music collaborations, Mishra is increasingly being seen as a promising new face in the Hindi music video space.

The music video has been directed by Sagar Vfx, who has given the project a cinematic touch with visually engaging storytelling. The film’s visual appeal is further enhanced by the cinematography of Arsh, whose framing, lighting, and use of scenic locations give the video a polished and international look.

“Kasoor” has been produced by Vvidnet Media Production LLP, which aimed to create a music video that goes beyond a conventional song and delivers an emotional visual experience. The production team focused on combining powerful storytelling with high-quality visuals, resulting in a project that reflects both passion and technical finesse.

The project also involved international collaboration, with Armenia Production, led by Aza, contributing to the shoot. The scenic backdrops and carefully designed frames help elevate the visual narrative, adding to the song’s cinematic feel.
Choreography for the song was handled by Gulzar, who designed expressive movements that complement the emotional tone of the music. The choreography subtly enhances the storytelling, ensuring that every frame contributes to the narrative flow.

The music for “Kasoor” has been composed by Agni Varan Ruhela, whose melodic composition forms the emotional backbone of the track. The soft orchestration and gentle musical arrangement create a soothing yet powerful atmosphere that perfectly aligns with the song’s theme.

The lyrics, written by Vineet Singh Saun and Armaan Lahoria, beautifully convey the vulnerability and depth of love. Their words bring out the delicate emotions at the heart of the song, making it relatable to listeners who have experienced similar feelings.

Vocals for the track have been delivered by Vineet Singh Saun and Neha Maurya, whose voices add warmth and emotion to the composition. Their performances elevate the lyrical expression, helping the song connect with audiences on a deeper level.

Crossing 10 million views is a significant achievement for any independent music project in today’s competitive digital landscape. The milestone highlights the growing demand for emotionally rich and visually compelling music videos that combine storytelling with strong musical composition.

The success of “Kasoor” demonstrates that audiences continue to appreciate meaningful romantic songs that are supported by powerful visuals and sincere performances. As the video continues to attract new viewers, it is steadily establishing itself as a memorable addition to the contemporary Hindi romantic music space.

With its growing popularity and strong digital reception, “Kasoor” stands as a testament to the power of heartfelt storytelling and collaborative creativity in modern music production.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 09:Adsmagnify , a performance marketing agency and academy based in Churchgate, Mumbai, is undergoing a structural upgrade in 2026. The firm is renovating its office, integrating advanced AI capabilities into its agency operations, and expanding its training vertical, Adsmagnify Academy. The company is calling this its 2.0 phase.

The move signals a shift from organic growth to deliberate infrastructure building, as the agency positions itself for higher-volume client delivery and stronger talent production.

What Is Changing

Business partners Vinay Hankare and Aloke Bajpai are leading the transition. The two are upgrading the agency's internal AI systems to improve campaign execution, data analysis, and reporting across client accounts. The office renovation is part of a broader effort to build an environment aligned with that operational scale.

Adsmagnify Academy, the training arm of the business, is being expanded alongside the agency upgrade. The stated goal for 2026 is direct: deliver better results for existing clients, help more businesses grow revenue, and graduate capable performance marketers through the academy.

Track Record and Current Scale

Adsmagnify has been operating as a digital marketing agency since 2016. Over that period, it has managed more than ₹50 crore in total ad spend and claims $51 million in cumulative revenue generated for clients.

The agency currently works with 300-plus brands across travel, real estate, retail, and education. Documented results from its published case studies include a 17.16x ROAS for a travel brand on ₹1.3 lakh in Meta ad spend, a 400% sales surge for an apparel brand through Facebook Ads, and a 7x ROAS increase for a D2C brand over eight months. Average lead growth for B2B and SaaS clients is reported at 127%.

The Academy: A Focused Bet on Performance Marketing Talent

Adsmagnify Academy occupies a specific position in Mumbai's marketing education space. It is currently the only academy in Mumbai that focuses exclusively on performance marketing, as distinct from broader digital marketing courses that cover platforms superficially across multiple disciplines.

The curriculum covers Meta Ads, Google Ads, SEO, and campaign strategy at a practitioner level. More notably, the academy offers internships that place students inside the agency itself. Graduates leave with hands-on experience running real client campaigns, not just platform certifications or theoretical knowledge. That distinction matters in a job market where employers increasingly separate candidates who have managed actual ad spend from those who have only completed coursework.

The internship model also gives Adsmagnify a structured pipeline of trained talent, which addresses one of the more persistent operational challenges for growing agencies.

The Market It Is Operating In

Mumbai is India's most competitive market for digital marketing services. The city hosts hundreds of agencies ranging from boutique performance shops to large integrated networks. Demand from SMEs, D2C brands, and real estate developers for measurable, ROI-linked marketing has grown sharply since 2021, accelerated by deeper paid media adoption across categories.

As a performance marketing agency in Mumbai, Adsmagnify competes on case-study-backed results rather than brand scale or agency size. Its dual model, combining a client-serving agency with a practitioner training academy, is a structure that several mid-size Indian agencies are beginning to explore, though few have formalized both under one brand with the depth of specialization Adsmagnify is building toward.

What This Signals

The 2.0 upgrade reflects a pattern emerging across mid-market Indian digital agencies. As ad platform complexity increases and AI tools become table stakes, agencies that build proprietary systems and internal talent pipelines are likely to separate from those running on manual processes and generalist teams.

For Adsmagnify, combining AI-enhanced delivery, a renovated operational base, and a performance-only academy with real internship exposure is a bet on consistency and depth rather than episodic client wins. The academy creates a secondary revenue stream while simultaneously solving the talent problem from within.

Whether the AI integration translates into measurable improvements in client outcomes, and whether the academy model scales beyond Mumbai, remains to be demonstrated. The results Adsmagnify produces through 2026 will be the real test of the 2.0 thesis.

A major development in this context may see Iran begin levying transit fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil routes. According to some reports, the proposal forms part of a two-week ceasefire agreement between Iran and the US aimed at ending the war involving Israel and the US.

Under this proposal, Iran and Oman could charge fees on cargo ships, oil tankers and other vessels in the narrow waterway.

Why the Strait of Hormuz Matters

The Strait of Hormuz is at its narrowest point 34 km in width and lies between Iran and Oman. Though tiny, the channel cradles about 20 per cent of the world’s oil supply, making it one of the most important trade lanes on the planet. In addition to oil, many other critical commodities such as fertilisers and industrial supplies travel through this pathway. Any jumbles occur here, and they send the price of oil soaring around the world in short order.

Ceasefire Deal Could Reopen Vital Trade Route

The proposed ceasefire aims to end the 40-day war that began on February 28. The Strait was nearly entirely blocked in the war after attacks on ships and growing military tensions. 

 Now, Iran has said it intends to reopen the route but with a new agreement to charge ships to proceed safely.

The fee amount will depend on:

Type of ship.
Cargo being carried.
Security conditions.
Global trade situation.
This might be a major new revenue for Iran and Oman.

Gulf Nations Oppose the Transit Fee Plan

Gulf Countries Oppose Transit Fee Plan. Various Gulf states including the UAE and Qatar are said to be opposed to charging fees. 

They want the Strait reopened under the rules of free navigation, and say any talks about money should come later. 

US-Iran Ceasefire: Trump Announces 2-Week Pause

President Donald Trump has announced a two-week suspension of US aggression on Iran. This suspension of US action over Iran will last for two consecutive weeks. The suspension supposedly followed Pakistan's efforts, he says, in dialogue with diplomatic efforts by such allies as the Iranian government to break open military contact with them.

Trump said the temporary stop would allow both sides to arrive at a fuller peace deal and safely reopen the Strait. He added that Iran’s peace offer provides a “workable basis” for discussions. Ship Attacks and Accounts of Secret Payments 

Candles (MSME Registered), an initiative of the Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF), is a professional publishing platform supporting poets and writers in publishing their works with quality and affordability. Authors interested in publishing poetry, biographies, or literary books at a reasonable cost may contact:

candles.iff@gmail.com
Ig:/ @withcandles_
Ph. No- 9906662427

The Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF) successfully organized a nationwide online poetry writing competition in 2025, drawing participation from poets and writers across India. The initiative aimed to promote literary creativity, encourage meaningful expression, and provide a credible platform for emerging voices to gain national recognition.

After a thorough and impartial evaluation process based on originality, thematic relevance, linguistic command, and poetic impact, the results were officially announced on 10 January 2026. 14 participants were ranked for their exceptional literary contributions.

WINNERS-

Rank 1- NIDA FARHEEN from Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh

She is a poet and a graduate in B.Sc. (Mathematics), where the subtlety of intellect and the expansiveness of thought come into harmonious alignment. This intellectual harmony reflects a significant influence of her esteemed mentor, Junaid-ul-Islam, whose depth of reasoning and profound insight have played a pivotal role in shaping her perspective.

Her creative journey began as a refuge for silent emotions and gradually evolved into an inner voice that explores the essence of faith, sensitivity, and humanity. Her upcoming poetry collection, “Dil Se Jo Nikle” (That Which Emerges from the Heart), reveals, in a simple yet impactful style, the sincerity of intention, spiritual surrender, and the layered depth of human emotions.
Her poetry embodies a delicate blend of reflection and remembrance, enriched with emotional authenticity, leaving a lasting resonance in the hearts and minds of readers.

For Nida, poetry is not merely an art of words; it is a lived reality that penetrates the heart and becomes an integral part of the soul.

Rank 2- MUSKAN SHAFI from Ganderbal, J&K

A Biomedical Engineering graduate from Government College of Engineering and Technology, Ganderbal, under Cluster University of Kashmir. She completed her schooling up to 10th standard from Hanfiya Islamiya Model High School, Watlar, and pursued her H.S from New Dreamland Education Institutions, Ganderbal. Alongside her academic journey in S&T, she has cultivated a deep passion for poetry and reflective writing. Associated with Incentive Foster Foundation (IFF) for the past 2 years, she actively contributes to literary and social initiatives. Her writings draw inspiration from spiritual thinkers like Allama Iqbal and Rumi, focusing on themes of humanity, resilience, justice, and the lived realities of Kashmir and the world beyond.

Rank 3- SOBIYA AMIN from Srinagar, J&K

An Engineering student at GCET Kashmir under cluster university and an emerging writer with a deep passion for poetry and creative expression. Writing, for me, is a way to translate emotions and experiences into meaningful words. Her literary journey began with a simple love for observing life and expressing feelings through poetry. Over time, her interest has grown into a purposeful pursuit of self-expression and connection through literature. She find inspiration in human emotions, everyday moments and the beauty of words that speak beyond silence, continuing to shape her journey as a writer.


The top three winners were honored with cash awards, certificates of excellence, official letters of appreciation and media recognition, acknowledging their achievements at the national level.

OTHER RECOGNIZED RANK HOLDERS-

Rank 4- BARSHITA DAS from Kokrajhar, Assam

She is a BSc student who likes to pen down her emotions through her words of poetry.

Rank 5- POOJA SONI from Gujarat

A writer and poet, holding a Master of Science degree, and a teacher who brings creative expression into the classroom and daily life.

Rank 6- ASSAR MANZOOR from Srinagar, J&K

She's 23 years old and have done my bachelors in psychology .

Rank 7- EIMAN SYED from Anantnag, J&K

A postgraduate in English Literature, and a student of Comparative Islamic Studies with the Sapience Institute (UK), I explore the intersection of tradition and modern ethics. I have been in various academic and writing workshops.

Rank 8- FALLAH GOWHAR from Pulwama, J&K

12th grader. A medical student who loves to write.

Rank 9- IQRA FAROOQ from Banipora, J&K

A budding writer who enjoys poetry and short writings. She writes what she feels, believing words can heal pain, bring hope, and spread peace.

Rank 10- MURTAZA MUSHTAQ from Pulwama, J&K

Murtaza Mushtaq, aka Zarar (pen name). Fresh from completing his Anesthesia Technician Course. Writing's my therapy – a way to soothe heartaches and connect with others.

Rank 11- JAFAR GULZAR from Shopian, J&K

An Islamic poet who thoughtfully reflects on the contemporary challenges, misconceptions, and hardships faced by Islam, giving voice to its often unheard struggles through heartfelt and meaningful poetry.

Rank 12- MIR AUNISA from Kupwara, J&K

She has completed her Masters Degree in Economics from the University of Kashmir. Aunisa finds solace in solitude, and her favourite adages , " Paper has more Patience than People" and " Pen will never judge you like people do " , reflect her deep belief in the power of written expression.

Rank 13- MOMINA JAVID AWAN from Bemina, J&K

Momina, a Wordsmith and poetry enthusiast, currently studying in class 10th. She writes poetry to capture life's fleeting moments. Books fuel her imagination. Words often escape her in real life.

Rank 14- ANAM YOUSUF MALIK from Srinagar, J&K

A passionate writer who weaves emotion, insight, and imagination into words, exploring human experiences through thoughtful storytelling, reflective prose, and a voice rooted in curiosity and honesty always.


Rank holders were awarded certificates, official letters, gifts incl. trophies and medals, and media recognition in recognition of their commendable literary contributions.

The ceremony was graced by Padma Shri Dr. A. S. Kiran Kumar, former Chairman of ISRO, as the Chief Guest. Other notable dignitaries included Padma Shri Uma Shankar Pandey, renowned social activist and water conservationist; Dr. R. G. Agarwal, Chairman Emeritus, Dhanuka Agritech Limited; along with special guests Shri Nagendra Goyal, Joint Commissioner, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, Government of India, and Mr. Vinit Goenka, Secretary, Centre for Knowledge Sovereignty.

The convocation celebrated the academic achievements of 6,656 graduates across diverse disciplines. Degrees were conferred upon 73 Ph.D. scholars, 3,953 undergraduate students, 2,250 postgraduate students, 199 diploma holders, and 181 students from integrated programs, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey.

Addressing the graduating students, Chief Guest Dr. A. S. Kiran Kumar emphasised the importance of continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technological world. He noted that while students graduate today, the process of learning must remain lifelong. Highlighting the rapid pace of technological advancement, he urged students to stay adaptable, curious, and future-ready. He also cautioned against the growing influence of smartphones, noting that technology is increasingly shaping human behaviour, and advised students to remain aware and in control of their digital lives.

In his convocation address, the Chancellor congratulated the graduating students and reflected on the university’s journey of excellence and global recognition. He emphasised that challenges are inevitable in life but play a crucial role in shaping character and resilience. Drawing an analogy with strong trees that withstand storms and grow back stronger, he encouraged students to remain steady during difficult times and emerge stronger. He further underscored that hardships are integral to success, reiterating the timeless principle that without struggle, there is no achievement, and urged students to embrace challenges as opportunities for growth.

Dr. R. G. Agarwal highlighted the importance of discipline in personal and professional life, stating that consistent effort, structured thinking, and self-regulation are key to long-term success.

Padma Shri Uma Shankar Pandey delivered a thought-provoking message on water conservation, pointing out the paradox of modern society where there is limited knowledge on saving water but a vast market built around selling it. He called for greater awareness, responsibility, and sustainable practices among the younger generation.

The university also highlighted its strong placement performance for the current academic year. A large number of companies participated in campus recruitment drives, offering opportunities across emerging technology and business sectors. Prominent recruiters included Infosys, Cognizant, Accenture, EY, Capgemini, along with over 1,200 organisations associated with the university’s hiring ecosystem.

Galgotias University reaffirmed its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and holistic development, while assuring students that they will always remain an integral part of the university community.

About Galgotias University

Galgotias University is recognised among the world’s leading institutions in the QS and Times Higher Education rankings. In the QS World University Rankings 2026, the University is placed in the 1201–1400 global band, ranked 15th among top private universities and 43rd among all Indian universities. It has also earned NAAC A+ accreditation in its first cycle within just 14 years of establishment. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025, the University stands 45th among Indian institutions and is placed in the 1001–1200 global band, reflecting its growing international recognition and commitment to excellence. The University remains committed to delivering quality education, global exposure, and cutting-edge research opportunities across disciplines.

For Sagar, witnessing Wicked live was both inspiring and humbling. The grand scale of the production, its powerful performances, and its seamless blend of music, dance, and stagecraft left a lasting impression on him.

Speaking about the experience, Sagar Das shared,
“Watching "Wicked" at NMACC was absolutely magical. The level of precision, storytelling, and choreography was extraordinary. Every movement on stage felt purposeful and emotionally driven. It reminds us why musical theatre is such a powerful art form.”

Sagar also took a moment to appreciate the brilliance of choreographer "Wayne Cilento", whose work he deeply admires.

“Wayne Cilento Sir has a remarkable eye for movement and storytelling. His choreography carries both scale and soul. Artists like him push the boundaries of stage musicals and inspire choreographers like me to dream bigger also the work of director John Stefaniuk is unbeatable & supremely inspirational when it comes to musicals,” Sagar said.

Having recently stepped into the world of musical theatre with Dulha Dulhan Drama (Act), Sagar Das continues to explore new creative horizons. Experiences like attending Wicked only strengthen his vision to bring larger-than-life musical storytelling to audiences across the world.

A retired India spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has revealed that he is leaving BCCI commentary, and the reason behind it has shocked many cricket fans. The former cricketer said, “I felt ignored and undervalued for years,” especially during the big on-air duties – toss and post-match presentation.

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan declared on X with a direct statement that he’s leaving commentary for BCCI, “I am retiring from commentary for BCCI.” His statement went viral and galvanized strong responses from fans online.

‘Ignored for 23 Years’: What Sivaramakrishnan Said

On a question to him as to why he has taken such a big decision, Sivaramakrishnan replied with a much more robust message. For 23 years, he was not trusted with responsibilities like toss coverage and sections of the presentation, while new commentators got those opportunities, he said. 

And in another sharp comment, he argued that his decision was far more than what he seemed to suggest, and he said that if the full story of the situation were revealed, cricket fans and the broader world would be shocked. He also characterised his departure as a matter of self-respect and said he could not go on by “sucking up,” reports have stated. 

Fans React as His Posts Go Viral

His posts seized speed on social media. Many cricket fans were stunned at his sudden decision, others said they empathized with his frustration if he hadn’t been on the front row for nearly as long. Now, the subject is a focal point among Indian cricket broadcasting fans.

Ravichandran Ashwin Reacts With Surprise

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to Sivaramakrishnan’s announcement. Ashwin told X, “Oh no! Why not this IPL?” His response served to further flaunt the story just days prior to the kickoff of the new IPL season.  

A Look Back at Sivaramakrishnan’s Cricket Career

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan was among India’s most talked-about leg-spinners of the 1980s. He became famous after India won the 1985 World Championship of Cricket. He played nine Tests and 16 ODIs for India over his international career. He spent decades relaying his thoughts and opinions about the sport, even though his playing days had come to an end.

IPL 2026 Begins on March 28

Sivaramakrishnan’s ruling follows IPL 2026, which is to start on March 28, 2026. Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play Sunrisers Hyderabad in the initial match there, with the BCCI announcing the first phase of the schedule just before that.

Final Take

Laxman Sivaramakrishnan’s departure from BCCI commentary is anything but an update on his retirement. It is now expanding into a larger discussion on respect, recognition and roles among cricket broadcasting. His emotional, explosive posts make it quite clear that this decision was personal, serious and long overdue.

The department is moving towards achieving an all-time record in property tax collection this financial year. However, many properties, particularly commercial establishments, are still not paying property tax. Based on use-conversion records, around 5,000 such properties have been identified which are still outside the tax net.

Notices are being issued to these property owners. If dues are not cleared before 31st March 2026, strict action including attachment and sealing of properties will be taken as per the MCD Act.

The department also highlighted that SUNIYO Scheme 2025–26 is a valuable opportunity for defaulters to regularize their dues, gain peace of mind, and contribute to the development of civic infrastructure in Delhi.

MCD appeals to all property owners to avail the SUNIYO Scheme and pay their property tax before 31st March 2026.

Kajabi charges $399/month. Teachable takes 7.5% on its Starter plan. Patreon skims up to 13.9% per sale. ManyChat charges $435/month at 100K contacts. And most of these platforms don't even support UPI, INR payouts, or international payments for creators in India, South Asia, or emerging markets.
Playto is changing that - for everyone in the creator economy.

Not Just for Creators - For the Entire Creator Economy

Founded by Sanhik Roy, Playto is an AI-powered monetization platform built for the entire creator economy - creators, agencies, freelancers, coaches, consultants, course creators, educators, and community builders. Unlike legacy platforms that force businesses to duct-tape 4-5 separate tools together, Playto brings everything under one roof: courses, communities, memberships, digital products, global payment processing, Instagram DM automation, and AI-powered marketing - all for free.

What really sets Playto apart is the AI Cofounder - an AI that doesn't just assist, it actually runs your creator business. It builds your course curriculum, writes your marketing copy, creates your sales funnels and landing pages, schedules your email and WhatsApp campaigns, moderates your community, and manages your content - all from a single conversational interface.

The Problem Playto Solves

India has over 80 million content creators - the fastest-growing creator economy in the world. But the problems go well beyond individual creators:

No access to Stripe - the most popular payment gateway simply isn't available for Indian creators accepting international payments

PayPal withdrawal nightmares - high fees (8-9% effective), slow INR conversions, and frequent account holds
Expensive Western platforms - Kajabi costs $399/month, Teachable charges 7.5% on Starter, Patreon takes up to 13.9%

Fragmented tooling - creators need separate platforms for courses, community, payments, email marketing, and DM automation, easily costing $200-500/month before a single sale

How Playto Works

Playto replaces the entire creator business stack with one AI-powered platform:

• AI Cofounder - builds courses, writes marketing, creates funnels, schedules campaigns
• Courses & Communities - AI builds curricula from scratch. Gamified community with news feed, group chat, live rooms, leaderboards
• Playto Pay - Accept payments in 50+ methods across 100+ countries. For Indian creators: accept USD, GBP, EUR from global clients, with INR paid out directly to your Indian bank account. No Stripe. No PayPal withdrawal issues. Zero platform revenue cut - creators only pay standard processing fees (~4%).
• Playto AutoDM - Instagram DM automation that's Unlimited Free Forever for Unlimited Contacts and Unlimited Accounts. Comment-to-DM triggers, story reply funnels, keyword-based auto-replies - all built into the platform so a DM leads to course purchase, payment, and community access in one seamless flow.
• AI Marketing Engine - writes and schedules email, WhatsApp, SMS campaigns
• Funnels & Landing Pages - AI builds complete sales funnels, no coding needed
• Memberships & Digital Products - sell subscriptions, one-time products, coaching, paid community access
  

Playto Pay: Built for a Global Creator Economy

Playto Pay is purpose-built for three segments:

1. Agencies & Freelancers - Accept international client payments in USD, GBP, EUR without needing Stripe. Get INR directly in your bank.
2. Course Creators, Coaches & Consultants - Sell to a global audience. Students pay in their currency, you receive INR.
3. Paid Communities & Groups - Collect membership fees from members worldwide with 50+ payment methods

Playto is the only major creator platform with UPI, PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, and RuPay natively built in for domestic buyers - while also supporting international cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, bank transfers, and local methods across 100+ countries for global buyers.

Zero subscription fees. Zero platform revenue cut. Creators only pay standard processing fees (~4%).

Traction

• 300+ creators and agencies on the platform
• $100K+ GMV monthly ($1.2M annual run rate)
• 33% weekly growth rate
• 50+ payment methods across 100+ countries
• Already cited by Google AI Overview, Perplexity AI, and ChatGPT as a top alternative
  

About the Founder

Sanhik Roy started out as a video editor earning Rs.200 per video and went on to build two content creation 

companies, growing a 100,000+ personal audience and generating over 30 million views. He's worked with Puma, Warner Brothers, and Nikhil Kamath (Zerodha), generated over 1.1 billion views for clients, and built an edtech business teaching 1,200+ students.

Try Playto free:
Playto: https://www.playto.so/
Playto Pay: https://w ww.playto.so/features/playto-pay
 

Among the many impressive performances, Moon stood out with a delightful stage appearance that captured the attention of the audience. With confidence, energy, and charm, Moon delivered a memorable performance that received warm appreciation from parents, teachers, and guests present at the event.

The annual function was designed to encourage students to express themselves through dance, music, and stage performances, helping them build confidence and develop their talents beyond academics. The event also reflected the dedication of the teachers and school management in nurturing the overall growth of every child.

The management of House of Angel School expressed pride in all the participants and emphasized the importance of such cultural programs in shaping young minds and building self-confidence at an early age.

The successful celebration of the 1st Annual Performance not only highlighted the enthusiasm of the students but also strengthened the connection between the school and parents, making it a memorable milestone for the institution and its young performers.

Filmmaker Imtiaz Ali is known for exploringlove in a deeply emotional and poetic way. In his upcoming theatrical film Main Vaapas Aaunga, he once again returns to a story about relationships, memories, and longing. The makers released the one-minute teaser of the film today, giving audiences a brief but intriguing glimpse into its world. 

Set to the soulful vocals of Diljit Dosanjh, the teaser hints at a narrative that feels both personal and expansive. At its core, the film appears to be about a boy and a girl. Yet, the visual tone also suggests a larger story connected to a place, a time, and a culture.

A Teaser That Leaves You Wanting More

The teaser works because it reveals just enough without giving away the story. Imtiaz Ali has always excelled at emotional storytelling, and the brief footage reflects his signature style. The visuals, music, and performances combine to create a feeling of nostalgia and romance. Even in its short runtime, the teaser successfully builds curiosity about the film’s narrative.

Powerful Casting Elevates the Film

One of the most exciting aspects of Main Vaapas Aaunga is its casting. The film features a strong ensemble including Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina, and Sharvari. Each actor brings a unique presence to the screen. From the brief glimpses in the teaser, the performances already appear natural and emotionally grounded.

Another strong element in the teaser is its cinematography. The film appears to be largely shot outdoors and features stunning visuals of old Punjab. The locations capture the region’s innocence, charm, and emotional warmth. These visuals help create the nostalgic atmosphere that Imtiaz Ali’s films are known for.

About Main Vaapas Aaunga

Main Vaapas Aaunga is produced by Sameer Nair, Deepak Segal (Applause Entertainment), and Mohit Choudhary with Shibasish Sarkar (Window Seat Films). The film is scheduled to release in cinemas on June 12, 2026.

This collaboration introduces a bundled franchise and equipment model, making gym setup significantly easier and more streamlined. By combining franchise support and equipment procurement into one integrated system, new entrepreneurs can avoid vendor coordination complexities and reduce setup delays, ensuring scalability, brand uniformity, and long-term business sustainability.

Rajesh Rai, Chairman & MD, Jerai Fitness Limited, stated, “Our passion for producing equipment majorly in-house has been instrumental in Jerai Fitness growth. By manufacturing domestically, Jerai ensures quality control, cost efficiencies, reduced import dependency, and support for the ‘Make in India’ initiative. Our belief is that fitness infrastructure should be accessible and affordable for every serious entrepreneur entering the fitness industry.”

The collaboration between Jerai Fitness Limited and Plus Fitness India positions both organizations at the forefront of this expansion wave by integrating global franchise expertise with Indian manufacturing excellence. The partnership is set to accelerate organized gym growth, support entrepreneurship in Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 cities, enhance accessibility to premium fitness infrastructure, and promote long-term health awareness nationwide.

Jerai Fitness Limited is widely recognized as a fitness equipment manufacturer and has a long-standing presence which has allowed them to develop key operational areas such as manufacturing processes, inventory management, distribution efficiency, and customer service. The company is a pioneer in automated manufacturing, with modern processes like robotic welding, fully automated assembly line, and cutting-edge Turkish and Japanese machinery.

Siraj Lalani, Master franchisee, Plus Fitness India, says, “Long-term goal for Plus Fitness India is to build a structured, professionally managed gym network that empowers communities across metro cities and emerging markets, and the 100-gym expansion strategy aligns with the rising demand for organized fitness infrastructure in India.”

Faiz Sopariwala, Business Development Head, Plus Fitness India, stated, “This partnership with Jerai Fitness Limited allows us to integrate world-class franchise systems with India’s most trusted equipment manufacturer. Our focus is not just opening gyms, but building profitable, sustainable businesses for franchise partners while contributing to a healthier nation.”

Plus Fitness India has established itself as one of the fastest-growing international gym franchise brands, operating 350+ clubs globally across countries including Australia, New Zealand, India, and several Asia-Pacific markets. The brand’s proven 24/7 access model, standardized global infrastructure, and technology-driven operations have enabled consistent performance across regions.

India’s fitness market is projected to grow significantly in the coming years, driven by increasing health awareness, corporate wellness programs, and lifestyle shifts. The Indian fitness equipment market was estimated to be sized at Rs. 2,500 cr. in 2024, and is further set to grow to Rs. 4,600 cr. by 2029 at a CAGR of 13% as per Wazir report.

The gym expansion plan marks a defining chapter for India’s fitness ecosystem. With Jerai Fitness Limited’s pioneered automated manufacturing capabilities and Plus Fitness India’s global credibility, the collaboration offers a comprehensive, scalable, and profitable model for gym entrepreneurs. As India moves toward a more health-conscious future, this partnership stands as a strong step toward making world-class fitness accessible, affordable, and operationally seamless across the country.

About the company:

Plus Fitness India: Plus Fitness is an award-winning Australian Top franchise chain that has been operating since 1996. Present on 3 continents of the world, covering 7 countries – Australia, India, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and the UK & spread out with 300 territories sold in over 22 cities, with over 1000 employees & lakhs of loyal members. Plus Fitness continues to open a new gym somewhere in the world every 21 days, displaying the strength of both our brand & business model. 50% of the Plus Fitness franchisees globally are multiple club owners. Plus Fitness is “Working Towards A Healthier India” by providing good quality service, world-class equipment and facilities, 24/7 at a reasonable price with a focus on the profitability of our Franchisees. The faith that our brand carries is through years of care & service to our members.

Jerai Fitness Limited: Jerai Fitness established with a legacy of over three decades, has grown to cater to changing customer needs, industry trends and global standards. Jerai’s fitness equipment is bifurcated into cardiovascular equipment (which they procure from third-party manufacturers and distribute under their brand, used for cardiovascular exercises), strength training equipment (used for strength training including hypertrophy, power-training, functional training, muscular endurance training) as well as accessories which are used for fitness training. They cater to a diverse customer base across various segments. The clients consist of institutional and commercial corporates as well as individuals including commercial gyms, fitness chains and boutique gyms, real estate developers and sports and recreational clubs. They also cater to various government bodies (including municipal corporations, and public sector units), the defence sector, hotels and resorts, educational institutions, hospitals and healthcare organizations. They also retail their products to individuals who use them for home and personal workouts. Jerai Fitness adheres to internationally recognised standards and are certified with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management System), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System) certifications and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) certified by Global Testing Services Co., Limited. Additionally, they are certified by International Productivity and Quality Council (IPQC) for compliance with EN ISO 20957-1:2013, EN 957-2:2003 and EN 957-4:2006, which are European safety standards for stationary training equipment.

Recognizing this growing craze, Mohammad Shamim Faridi of True Dreams Entertainment organized these awards to honor excellence in the vertical micro-drama space. Under the banner of True Dreams Entertainment, the event created history by becoming the first of its kind.

Key Highlights of the Winners’ Circle

Best Actor: Hiten Tejwani (for Aakhri Rasta on Quick TV)

• Best Actress: Stuti Winkle (for Love Shaadi Dhokha)
• Best Negative Role (Female): Sonalika Prasad (for Manmohini)
• Best Negative Role (Male): Rishi Ingle (for Double Trap, Alright tv)
• Best Supporting Actor: Dadhi Pandey (for Beta Bana Billionaire on Quick TV)
• Best Child Artist: Kiara (for Chaalbaaz on Quick TV)
• Technical and Regional Excellence

The awards also recognized the backbone of the industry:

• Best Production House: True Dreams Entertainment
• Best Director (National): Neeraj Gupta
• Best Action Drama Series: Vidhata Ki Wapsi on Quick TV
• Best VFX: Valmiki Films (Amar Yoddha on Quick TV)
• Best Writer: Vikas Mahto (Chaalbaaz on Quick TV)

Regional Stars: Dishant Guliya dost bani sautan on stage & Monika Sharma tabah Tere ishq me (Haryanvi), Ankit Bhardwaj & Bhumi Gaur (Rajasthani), and Urgesh Prasad Ujala (Best Bhojpuri Director), best highest viewer series Gold Digger kahin ki on story TV.

A Night of Glitz and Glamour

The evening commenced with a soulful Ganpati song performance, followed by a series of high-energy acts choreographed by Irshad Khan and his team. The event was hosted by Star actor anchor Tarun Khanna and Beautyful Gorgeous actress Aman Sandhu, with star actor Hiten Tejwani frequently joining them on stage to entertain the audience with his wit.

Prominent industry figures such as Abhay Sinha (IMPAA), Sachin Tyagi, Maninee De, and Dadhi Pandey graced the occasion. Renowned TV star Waqar Shaikh, who attended as a guest, expressed his excitement:"I haven't done a vertical show yet, but seeing this energy, I am highly inspired. I hope to work in this format soon and return next year not just to present an award, but to win one."

Laughter and Entertainment

The audience was kept in splits by stand-up comedians Rahman Khan and Rajiv Nigam. Meanwhile, actors like Naina Chhabra, Smriti khanna, Ashish Mishra, Vasant Kumar, Rishikesh ingle and Srishti Gupta delivered stellar performances that made the night memorable. In a heartwarming gesture, the awards also honored Spot Boys, acknowledging their vital contribution to the industry.

Shamim Faridi concluded by announcing that the entire award show will soon be available for viewers to stream on a vertical platform.

View his message here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPcEliIX2KA

A promotional press meet spiralled into controversy after a heated confrontation between Sunny Waghchoure and the manager of AMX Production House, owned by Amritpal Singh. Eyewitnesses claim tensions flared during an on-stage exchange over creative control and financial terms related to the upcoming film Student Power.

Chaos Erupts at Live Press Conference

Sources allege that Sunny pushed the manager amid the argument, turning what was meant to be a celebratory event into an explosive public fallout. The atmosphere shifted instantly. Cameras kept rolling. The partnership began collapsing in real time.

₹100 Crore Agreement Torn on Camera

The drama intensified within minutes. Amritpal Singh, visibly upset, addressed the gathering and called the incident “public disrespect” toward his team. In a shocking moment captured live, he tore apart the ₹100 crore agreement for Student Power. The gesture sent a strong message. The collaboration was over.

Industry insiders say the deal involved a major financial commitment and was positioned as one of the year’s biggest announcements. After the on-stage confrontation, that vision unraveled completely.

“Self-Respect Over Money,” Says Amritpal Singh

Soon after the incident, Amritpal Singh clarified his position before the media. He rejected what was described as a lucrative proposal linked to the Golden Guys camp and stated, “I do not need money that comes at the cost of my team’s dignity.”

His statement quickly circulated online. Many supporters applauded his decision to prioritize respect over revenue. For Singh, the issue was not just business. It was about principle.

Nepotism Debate Surfaces Again

During his address, Singh also spoke about larger concerns within the industry. He criticized favoritism and insider influence, suggesting that emerging talent often faces barriers created by powerful networks. While he avoided naming anyone directly, his comments reignited debate around nepotism and professional ethics. The controversy has now expanded beyond a broken deal. It has sparked conversation about power dynamics in the film ecosystem.

Nationwide Casting Tour Announced

In a decisive move, Amritpal Singh announced that AMX Production House will launch a nationwide casting tour for Student Power. He said the production will now focus on discovering fresh talent from across India. The team plans to prioritize merit, discipline, and professionalism over connections or status. Industry observers view this announcement as a strategic reset after the fallout.

What Happens Next?

The public clash has left the industry stunned. As of now, Sunny Waghchoure and his representatives have not issued a formal clarification. With the ₹100 crore agreement scrapped and the alliance officially broken, the controversy has become one of the most talked-about entertainment stories of the week

Held from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the Navrachana University campus, the event witnessed participation from more than 200 founders, business owners, technology leaders, engineers, analysts, and students. Rather than limiting the engagement to tool demonstrations, the sessions addressed critical implementation questions — where AI delivers measurable impact, where automation suffices, how organisations should assess return on investment, and how to avoid unnecessary complexity.

The keynote sessions were conducted in association with AtliQ Technologies and Codebasics. Dhaval Patel, co-founder of Codebasics and a widely followed data and AI educator with over 1.4 million subscribers on YouTube, led the sessions. Emphasising clarity over complexity, he highlighted that sustainable AI adoption begins with foundational understanding and structured thinking rather than pursuing advanced tools without context. The sessions focused on practical use cases, structured decision-making frameworks, and measurable outcome-oriented implementation approaches.

Prof. Sandeep Vasant, Director, Centre for Interdisciplinary Computing Science (CICS), said - “There is often discussion about a technology gap, but equally important is the human gap — the ability and willingness to adapt. While AI is augmenting human capabilities, the human-in-the-loop will always remain pivotal. Those who choose not to engage with it meaningfully may find themselves left behind. History offers perspective — when computers were first introduced, similar concerns were raised about replacement. Instead, humans became integral to their effective use. Artificial Intelligence may reshape certain roles or reduce routine tasks, but it cannot replace human contribution when individuals are equipped and prepared to integrate it thoughtfully. Ultimately, AI will reward those who adapt alongside it.”

Throughout the day, discussions progressed from applied AI scenarios and implementation misconceptions to cost-versus-benefit assessments and models for long-term integration. Emphasis was laid on bridging both technological and human readiness gaps, ensuring that adoption strengthens rather than replaces human judgment.

About the Centre for Interdisciplinary Computing Science (CICS)

Established to promote interdisciplinary computing research and applied innovation, CICS serves as Navrachana University’s dedicated platform for advancing emerging technologies through industry engagement and practical implementation. The Centre focuses on bridging engineering, analytics, and business domains to deliver scalable and socially relevant technology solutions.

Among its notable initiatives is Alg AI, a project oriented toward real-world artificial intelligence applications and implementation models. Through structured research, collaboration, and industry integration, CICS aims to strengthen India’s evolving technology ecosystem by preparing professionals who can translate advanced computing concepts into measurable outcomes.

For more information - https://nuv.ac.in/centre-for-interdisciplinary-computing-science 

The “Bare-Metal” Advantage for Industrial AI

Niral's presentation featured its next-generation Type-1 hypervisor, NiralOS EDGE; a kind of prototype built for heavy sector workers and harsh environments. NiralOS EDGE enables seamless access to bare-metal operation, while cutting down on lock-in from providers (and latency). Its most notable characteristic is mediated GPU support, allowing one physical GPU to be partitioned into several secure or isolated instances. This complex “slicing” capability means intensive AI applications, such as machine vision for quality inspection and predictive maintenance systems, can work simultaneously in virtually all the systems — without sacrificing performance or security.

AI-Fulfilled Orchestration at Scale

Facing the inherent challenge of distributed industrial networks, Niral proposed its software defined networking (SDN) based AI orchestration system – the NiralOS Controller. The controller offers a central level “single-pane-of-glass” dashboard that aids enterprises in resource management between sites. The platform also integrates a number of AI-powered features that simplify digital transformation across industries:

AI-Assisted VM Deployment — Intelligent resource optimization during virtual machine provisioning.

Predictive Maintenance: Actively monitoring a system to identify possible problems prior to the occurrence of downtime.

Self-Healing Clusters: A high-availability architecture that restores functionality as it happens, even if the node fails, offering zero disruption.

From Mines to Smart Cities: Proven Deployments

Niral Networks described its solution as “over-the-top” and stressed that its answers go beyond a theoretical framework—over 60 successful launches have been introduced with proven experience in three global regions. This model is now being implemented in various industry sectors including but not limited to: Private 5G + Edge model has been in operation, including:

Mining & Energy: 5G-equipped roaming for unmanned vehicles for open-cast and underground mining operations.

Logistics & Ports: Automated vehicles for inventory-tracking through Real-time inventory controls such as Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and drone surveillance systems.

Smart Manufacturing: AR/VR-assisted remote assistance; workforce training technologies.

Enhancing Security with Air-Gapped Architecture

Amid escalating industrial cyberattacks, Niral emphasized its air-gapped network architecture. NiralOS is able to keep sensitive operational data protected from external cyber risks by running critical systems on a private 5G network that is both physically and digitally separated from the public internet. With 25+ strategic partners and greater than 20 radio partners to build an ecosystem, Niral Networks is progressively positioning itself as a key enabler of India’s autonomous and AI-driven industrial future.

Bengaluru, India, 21 February 2026:As conversations around employability continue to grow across India,Skill Univ has introduced a new approach to career learning, which it describes as “EmployTech.” The platform, which began operations in January 2026, aims to move learning beyond content consumption and towards practical capability building.

While EdTech platforms traditionally focus on teaching subjects, Skill Univ focuses on preparing individuals to perform responsibilities in real working environments.

Why “EmployTech”?

The founders observed a common pattern among students and early professionals: many completed courses and certifications but still felt uncertain when starting their first job. Employers also faced a challenge: candidates understood concepts but required significant training before contributing independently.

Skill Univ’s EmployTech model attempts to address this gap.

Instead of asking what topics should be covered, the platform asks what tasks a person should be able to handle in a real role. Learning is then designed around those responsibilities.

How the Model Works

Programs are structured around job functions rather than academic chapters. Each stage of learning builds familiarity with professional expectations.

Learners go through a step-by-step progression:

Understanding concepts in a practical context

1. Practicing tasks through guided exercises
2. Solving realistic workplace problems
3. Delivering outcomes similar to real responsibilities
4. The goal is to make the first job feel like a continuation of learning rather than a completely new experience.
   

Moving Beyond Certificates

Traditional training often ends with completion certificates. Skill Univ focuses on demonstrable capability.

Learners build working portfolios containing project work, execution records, and communication samples. This allows employers to see how a candidate approaches tasks instead of relying only on interviews or resumes.

As a result, organizations can evaluate suitability faster, and learners enter workplaces with clearer expectations.
Early participants have reported improved interview confidence and smoother adjustment during internships and entry-level roles.

Founder Perspective

Speaking about the concept, the founders shared:

“EdTech made education accessible. The next step is making learners prepared. EmployTech is about helping people understand how work actually functions before they start working.”

They added:

“We don’t see this as replacing education. It complements education by building readiness alongside knowledge.”

Skill Univ believes employability should not depend only on experience gained after hiring. It can be developed during learning itself through guided exposure, structured practice, and measurable outcomes.

By defining EmployTech as a separate category, the platform hopes to encourage a broader shift from qualification-based evaluation to capability-based evaluation.

About Skill Univ

Skill Univ is an employability-focused learning platform that prepares individuals for real workplace responsibilities through role-based programs, guided practice, and portfolio-driven evaluation. The platform helps learners demonstrate capability while helping employers identify suitable talent more confidently.

Website & Contact

Website: www.theskilluniv.com
Email: info@theskilluniv.com
Location:Bengaluru, India
For media inquiries, partnerships, or academic collaborations, please contact the Skill Univ team through the details above.

From its origins in Udaipur, Easy Spin has expanded its network and is now actively operating in Udaipur, Jaipur, and Hyderabad, creating new opportunities for local laundry businesses while offering customers a reliable, standardized service experience.

The Vision Behind Easy Spin

Thousands of local laundry stores exist, but most lack digital access, consistent pricing, hygiene standards, and professional customer handling. Customers, on the other hand, struggle with unreliable service, delays, and quality issues.

Easy Spin was created to organize this unstructured industry by acting as a technology-driven marketplace that connects customers to trusted laundry partners while enforcing service standards.

“Easy Spin is not about replacing local laundries. It’s about empowering them with technology, visibility, and systems, while giving customers a better experience,” said Rakesh Mishra.

A Marketplace Model That Works

Unlike traditional laundry brands that open and operate their own outlets, Easy Spin follows a marketplace business model. The platform onboards and verifies local laundry stores and provides them with:

• Digital order management
• Customer acquisition through the Easy Spin platform
• Standard pricing frameworks
• Quality control guidelines
• Delivery coordination support

This allows laundry partners to grow their business without investing in marketing, technology, or logistics infrastructure.

Seamless Customer Experience

For customers, Easy Spin provides a single app and support system where they can:
• Book laundry pickup
• Choose services (wash, fold, iron, dry clean)
• Select their preferred pickup and delivery time slots
• Track order status in real time
• Make digital payments
• Get support and quick issue resolution

Growing Across India

Easy Spin started in Udaipur and quickly built a strong network of partner stores. With growing demand, the company expanded to Jaipur and Hyderabad. Each city follows the same operational standards and technology system, allowing Easy Spin to scale without owning physical infrastructure.

Technology as the Backbone

Easy Spin is building a robust tech-enabled platform with real-time tracking, partner dashboards, customer notifications, and performance monitoring. This ensures transparency and accountability across the network.

Supporting Local Businesses

Easy Spin is not just a service platform; it is a growth engine for small laundry stores, helping them compete with large brands and online aggregators.

Future Vision

In the coming years, Easy Spin plans to expand into major Tier-1, Tier-2, and Tier-3 cities across India, making professional laundry services accessible to millions of households and businesses, while introducing subscription laundry plans and corporate laundry solutions to serve both individual and large-scale clients efficiently.

About Easy Spin

Easy Spin is a laundry marketplace and service platform founded by Rakesh Mishra. The company connects customers with verified laundry partners in Udaipur, Jaipur, and Hyderabad, delivering convenience, quality, and transparency.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.easyspinlaundry.user

https://easyspin.co.in/

Recent shocking incidents have unsettled society. In the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case in Indore, it was revealed that the wife had allegedly orchestrated the crime. Similarly, in the murder case of Saurabh Rajput, who was serving in the Merchant Navy, his wife and her alleged lover were arrested. These incidents have underscored the seriousness of extramarital relationships and digital affairs.

Digital affairs, online chatting, social media connections, and relationships formed through dating apps are increasing rapidly. Affordable internet and widespread smartphone use have made it easier to connect with strangers. While some relationships remain limited to online flirting, others evolve into emotional attachments, leading to in-person meetings and even financial transactions. In such situations, cases of honey traps, financial fraud, and blackmail are also on the rise.

Kakade stated that certain signs of suspicious behavior should not be ignored. Sudden behavioral changes, hiding mobile phones, coming home late under the pretext of work, and frequent chatting with unknown individuals may indicate potential risks. However, she emphasized that instead of making allegations based solely on suspicion, one should conduct preliminary verification before taking further steps.

“It is important to choose a reliable and legally operating detective agency. Ensure confidentiality before sharing information. Collecting digital evidence such as photos, chats, and call logs can be helpful. However, avoid emotional decisions and act only after verifying the truth,” Kakade clarified.

She also warned about fraud occurring through matrimonial websites. A recent case in Pune involved a young IT engineer who was cheated of lakhs of rupees. Under the pretext of marriage and citing financial difficulties, the accused extorted a large sum and later absconded. In such cases, police often treat them as family matters with limited intervention, making thorough background verification before marriage essential, she said.

Meanwhile, there has also been an increase in inquiries from parents seeking to monitor the behavior of their children who have come to Pune for education. Kakade mentioned that parents from various states have approached her agency to gather information regarding their children’s company, substance abuse, or risky behavior.

Through her organization, Swift Detective and Investigation, she claims to have handled over 1,085 cases since 2006. The agency collects evidence in cases related to extramarital affairs, financial fraud, corporate investigations, and pre-matrimonial verification, assisting in legal proceedings.

On the occasion of Valentine’s Day, she emphasized that while celebrating love, priority should be given to trust, transparency, and responsibility. “Love may be blind, but do not make blind decisions,” was the message conveyed by Priya Kakade.

For independent creators, the struggle is familiar. One campaign arrives unexpectedly, followed by weeks of silence. Messages go unanswered. Negotiations drag on. Income remains uncertain. Many eventually step away, not because they lack skill, but because the system around them is unreliable.

Celebrities face a different version of the same problem. Despite their reach, brand conversations often move through multiple intermediaries. Managers, agents, and coordinators add layers that slow decisions and dilute clarity. Deals are delayed or dropped altogether, not due to lack of demand, but because access is fragmented.

What is changing now is the structure of the creator economy. Creators who build clear positioning, remain professionally discoverable, and engage directly with marketers are beginning to earn more consistently. The focus is shifting from one-off collaborations to repeat relationships.

Platforms like HashFame are emerging as part of this shift, acting as networking infrastructure that enables direct connections between creators, celebrities, and marketers. By reducing friction and improving access, they help turn content creation from a gamble into a profession.

The future of the creator economy in India will not be driven by virality alone. It will be shaped by systems that allow creators to build stable, long-term careers.

Creators can download the HashFame app at https://onelink.to/hfwapi 

New Delhi [India], February 18: Shekhar Natarajan, Founder and CEO of Orchestro.AI, explains what views and engagements actually mean in this opinion piece.

The headline number—800 million views—is impressive but imprecise. Views mean different things on different platforms. Engagement quality varies wildly. A three-second scroll-past on TikTok and a ten-minute YouTube deep-dive both count as 'views,' though they represent fundamentally different forms of attention.

A detailed analysis of the engagement patterns tells a more nuanced—and in many ways more remarkable—story about how Angelic Intelligence actually spread and what the spread reveals about public appetite for substantive AI discourse.
Platform breakdown reveals unexpected distributions that defy typical patterns for both philosophical content and viral phenomena. LinkedIn contributed approximately 180 million impressions despite its smaller user base relative to consumer platforms—a concentration suggesting highly targeted professional interest. The engagement came disproportionately from senior executives, supply chain professionals, and enterprise technology leaders, demographics that rarely drive viral metrics.

❝ The numbers told us something the algorithms couldn't: people weren't just watching. They were studying. ❞

YouTube's 220 million views came with average watch times exceeding 8 minutes for long-form content—extraordinary for philosophical material on a platform where average watch time for educational content hovers around 3 minutes. More significantly, the completion rates for videos over 20 minutes exceeded those for videos under 5 minutes, inverting the typical pattern where shorter content performs better.

"The data made no sense by our standard models. Longer videos performing better than shorter ones? Philosophical content outperforming entertainment? We ran quality checks three times because the numbers looked like errors. They weren't." — a data analyst at a digital media company who has studied the phenomenon

Twitter/X's 150 million impressions showed engagement rates 7x the platform average for similar content categories. But more telling was the nature of engagement: quote tweets exceeded replies by a factor of four, indicating users weren't just responding to the content—they were adding their own commentary and broadcasting to their own networks. The framework became a vessel for personal expression.

Geographic distribution contradicts typical viral patterns. North America and Western Europe, usually dominant in tech content consumption, represented only 35% of total engagement. South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America contributed the majority—regions that rarely lead global technology discourse but that have experienced AI's impacts most directly.

"The engagement heat map looked nothing like typical tech content. It didn't cluster around San Francisco and New York and London. It spread from places where AI optimization had already changed daily life—where people understood viscerally what the current approach costs." — a social listening analyst at a major research firm

❝ Viral content dies. Movements grow. The metrics couldn't tell the difference until they could. ❞

Temporal patterns proved equally unusual and equally revealing. Most viral content follows predictable decay curves: rapid rise during initial spread, brief plateau as the audience saturates, exponential decline as attention moves to newer content. The half-life of viral content has shortened dramatically over the past decade; what once sustained attention for weeks now fades within days.

Angelic Intelligence showed sustained growth over 18 months, with recent months showing acceleration rather than decay. The six-month period ending in January 2026 saw 10x growth compared to the preceding six months. The curve resembles adoption patterns for products or social movements rather than engagement patterns for content.

Engagement quality metrics—saves, shares, comments, and time spent—consistently outperformed view counts by industry benchmarks. The ratio of saves to views was 4x the platform average, indicating users wanted to return to the content rather than simply consume it once. The ratio of shares to views was 7x average, indicating active propagation rather than passive consumption.

❝ 800 million views wasn't a number. It was 800 million people deciding the future of AI mattered to them. ❞

"Every quality metric overperformed the quantity metrics. That almost never happens. Usually viral content is thin—high views, low engagement. This was the opposite. The views were just the beginning of the engagement." — a social media executive who has analyzed the data

The demographic data challenges assumptions about who cares about AI ethics and who engages with technology philosophy. Engagement was highest among 35-54 age demographics—not the young early adopters who typically drive tech discourse. Women represented 47% of engaged audiences despite AI ethics content typically skewing heavily male. Non-technical professionals showed stronger engagement than technical professionals. These are the people whose mortgage applications are decided by algorithms they'll never see, whose resumes are filtered by AI before human eyes review them, whose insurance premiums are calculated by models trained on data they never consented to share.

The metrics validate something quantitative analysis rarely captures: depth of resonance. Numbers measure attention. They don't measure meaning. But when attention behaves in ways that contradict every model—when people watch longer content more completely, when they save and share at unusual rates, when the audience composition defies expectations—the numbers are pointing toward something the algorithms can't see.

"We've built entire industries around predicting viral content. We thought we understood the mechanics. This case taught us we were measuring the wrong things. The question isn't what captures attention. It's what captures conviction." — a data scientist who has studied online movements

The data makes one thing clear: Angelic Intelligence didn't just capture attention. It captured something deeper—something the metrics can indicate but not define.

New Delhi [India], February 18: From studying under streetlights in Secunderabad to becoming the CEO of Orchestro AI, Shekhar Natarajan’s life story has ins piring, to say the least. His trajectory has been a rare blend of corporate mastery and purpose-driven reinvention, starting with his journey in America with $34 in his pocket.

He had grown up in South Central India, in a one-room house in Secunderabad where his family lived without electricity.

He studied under street lights because there was no other way to read at night. His mother bound newspapers to earn a few rupees; when he needed money for education, she pawned her wedding ring for 30 rupees.
That sacrifice — a mother's wedding ring traded for a son's future — shaped everything that followed.

"Real wealth is not money," Natarajan says. "Real wealth is wisdom. My mother understood that. She gave up her most precious possession so I could learn. That's not optimization — that's love."

The Corporate Ascent

From those beginnings, Natarajan built one of the most remarkable careers in American business. He earned degrees from Georgia Tech, MIT, Harvard Business School, and IESE. He spent 25 years in Fortune 500 leadership at companies including Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Walmart, Target, Disney, and American Eagle.

At Walmart, he grew the grocery business from $30 million to $5 billion. He pioneered crowdsourced delivery systems that transformed how products reach consumers. At Disney, he helped create the MagicBand experience that millions of visitors now take for granted. Along the way, he accumulated over 207 patents.

He was, by any measure, a master optimizer — someone who understood how to squeeze efficiency from complex systems, how to make supply chains faster and cheaper, how to scale operations across continents.
And then he looked at what optimization had wrought.

The Reckoning

"I spent decades making systems more efficient," Natarajan reflects. "Faster. Cheaper. More scalable. And I was good at it. But efficiency without ethics is just sophisticated cruelty."

He saw delivery workers pushed to dangerous speeds by algorithms he could have designed. He saw loan collection systems that automated harassment with techniques he could have invented. He saw welfare systems that deleted hungry children from databases with the same dispassion they'd delete duplicate records.

The skills he had spent a lifetime developing were being used to harm people. Not by villains — by systems. By algorithms optimizing for metrics that didn't include human dignity.

"The people building these systems aren't evil," he says. "They're optimizing for the metrics they're given. The problem is that the metrics don't include compassion. They don't include dignity. They don't include the child asking her mother for rice."

The Morning Practice

Every morning at 4 AM, Natarajan practices classical Indian painting.

It is both artistic expression and problem-solving methodology. The discipline of the brush, the patience of the stroke, the attention to detail — these are not separate from his work on AI. They are preparation for it.

"Building technology with love, not speed, over thousand-year timeframes" — this is how he describes his philosophy. It sounds impractical until you realize what the alternative has produced.

Move fast and break things. Santoshi Kumari was broken.

Disrupt everything. Bhupendra Vishwakarma's family was disrupted.

Scale at all costs. The cost was paid by gig workers dying on the roads.

"We've tried building technology fast," Natarajan says. "Now let's try building it right."

The Wedding Ring

Natarajan still thinks about his mother's wedding ring.

"She didn't optimize," he says. "She sacrificed. She gave up something precious so something more precious could grow. That's what love does. That's what the best technology should do — not extract value, but create space for human flourishing."

Angelic Intelligence is, in some ways, an attempt to encode that mother's love into computational systems. To build AI that asks, before every action: Does this help people flourish? Does this create space for dignity? Does this honor the sacrifice of those who came before?

It's an audacious project. It may be an impossible one.

But someone has to try.

"I came from nothing," Natarajan says. "I studied under street lights. I know what it means to be invisible to systems. And I know that the child asking for rice in Jharkhand is not a deletion error. She's a human being. If our technology can't see that, our technology is broken."

He pauses.

"My mother pawned her wedding ring so I could have a future. I'm trying to build AI that honors that sacrifice — AI that sees every human being as worthy of that kind of love."

New Delhi [India], February 14: Shekhar Natarajan, Founder and CEO of Orchestro.AI, explains the impact of AI that could change narratives in this opinion piece.

The question isn't why Angelic Intelligence went viral. The question is why nothing else did—and what that absence reveals about the gap between how the AI industry talks about its work and how the public actually experiences it.

For a decade, the AI discourse has been dominated by two narratives. The utopian version: AI will solve climate change, cure diseases, extend human capability beyond current imagination. The dystopian version: AI will destroy jobs, concentrate power, potentially threaten human existence itself. Both narratives are dramatic. Both are extensively funded. Neither proved particularly shareable.

The utopian narrative accumulated approximately 50 million combined views across major platforms over the past five years. The dystopian narrative, driven by high-profile figures warning about existential risk, managed roughly 120 million. Angelic Intelligence—unfunded, grassroots, starting from zero—reached 800 million in eighteen months.

❝ People weren't scared of AI being too powerful. They were scared of AI being too soulless. ❞

The disparity suggests the dominant narratives were answering questions the public wasn't asking. The promise of future benefits didn't address present anxiety. The warnings about catastrophic risk didn't provide agency or alternatives. Both positioned the public as spectators to a drama they couldn't influence.

Angelic Intelligence offered something different: a constructive alternative. Not warnings about what might go wrong, but a framework for what could go right. Not limitations on capability, but redirection of purpose. Not fear, but possibility.

"Every other AI philosophy positioned the public as potential victims or potential beneficiaries—passive either way. This one positioned them as participants in a choice about what kind of AI we build. That's psychologically completely different. It's the difference between watching a storm and choosing which direction to walk." — a cognitive psychologist specializing in technology adoption, speaking on background

The psychological appeal is rooted in fundamental human needs. When confronted with inevitable change, people prefer agency to helplessness. They prefer construction to destruction. They prefer hope that requires participation over optimism that requires only waiting. The dominant AI narratives offered acceptance or resistance. Angelic Intelligence offered participation.

❝ Silicon Valley's AI needed guardrails because it was designed to run wild. We designed ours to run wise. ❞

The framework's terminology proved unexpectedly powerful in driving resonance. 'Angels' evoked protection rather than threat—a stark contrast to the language of 'superintelligence' and 'existential risk' that dominates safety discourse. 'Virtue-native' suggested inherent goodness rather than imposed constraint. 'Digital conscience' implied AI that could be trusted, not merely tolerated or controlled.

Linguists who study technology adoption note that framing shapes acceptance. Systems described in threatening terms provoke resistance. Systems described in protective terms invite engagement. The linguistic choices in Angelic Intelligence weren't accidental—they emerged from deep consideration of how ideas spread and why.

"The language is doing real work here. When you call something an 'angel,' you're invoking thousands of years of cultural meaning around protection, guidance, and benevolent power. When you call something a 'superintelligence,' you're invoking science fiction about threats. Same capability, completely different emotional response." — a computational linguist who has studied the framework's spread

The resonance was particularly strong among demographics usually absent from AI conversations. Parents concerned about their children's digital futures found in the framework a vision of technology that might protect rather than exploit—relevant when 96% of apps marketed to children contain manipulative design patterns, when AI-generated CSAM has increased 400% in two years, when deepfake pornography targeting teenage girls has become a crisis in schools across America and Europe. Workers whose jobs algorithms had already transformed heard in it an acknowledgment of their experience and a promise of something better. Communities whose data had been extracted without visible benefit saw in it recognition that they deserved to be served, not merely processed.

These aren't the audiences that attend AI conferences or read technical papers. They don't follow AI researchers on Twitter or understand the nuances of transformer architectures. But they are the audiences who will ultimately determine AI's social license to operate—and their embrace of Angelic Intelligence suggests they've been waiting for someone to speak to their actual concerns.

"We thought the public didn't care about AI ethics. We were wrong. They cared deeply. They just needed something they could believe in—not a warning, not a promise, but a vision they could participate in building." — a technology ethicist who has studied public attitudes toward AI

❝ 800 million people found what they were looking for: proof that technology could be built with love. ❞

The question Silicon Valley must now answer is whether this represents a market opportunity to be captured or an existential challenge to fundamental assumptions about what AI should be. The response so far has been muted—public acknowledgment is rare, though private discussion is reportedly intense. The numbers are too large to ignore, but the implications may be too threatening to accept.

"The existential question isn't whether AI will destroy humanity. It's whether the AI we're building serves humanity. Eight hundred million people just told us they're not sure the current version does. That's a harder problem than technical safety." — a senior researcher at one of the major AI labs, speaking anonymously

The resonance continues to grow. As AI capabilities advance and public awareness deepens, the appetite for alternative frameworks intensifies. Angelic Intelligence arrived at the right moment with the right message. Whether the industry adapts or resists will shape what comes next.

Massive Win Shocks Rivals

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party secured 209 seats in the 13th national polls & that number crossed the majority mark easily which analysts called a strong comeback. Many voters said they wanted change. Others said they voted for stability. Questions rose online. How did the party return so strongly after years out of power? Supporters replied that public mood had shifted. Critics said the real test will start now. Election results often excite crowds, but governing tests patience.

Also Read:Mumbai Metro Pillar Collapse Kills One, Injures Three on Mulund Road Today

Return After Long Exile Raises Curiosity

Rahman came back to Dhaka in December 2025 after almost seventeen years abroad & he had lived in London during that period. His return itself became headline news. Soon after, his mother Khaleda Zia passed away. Many citizens felt the moment was emotional. Some supporters said destiny brought him back at the right time. Others questioned whether long absence affects leadership style. History shows leaders returning from exile often gain strong public sympathy.

Political Background And Rival Absence

These elections were special. They were the first since former prime minister Sheikh Hasina left power in 2024 after protests. Her party, Awami League, did not take part. This changed the contest mood. Some voters felt the field looked different. Experts noted that Bangladesh politics has seen rivalry between major parties for decades. When one side is missing, results can swing fast. Citizens online debated if future elections will be more competitive.

Unity Call And Public Reaction

Rahman urged people to stay united. He warned against forces that could harm democracy. He said parliament should answer to citizens. Many listeners liked this line. Social media comments praised the unity message. Some users wrote, good words but action matters more. Others posted that national healing is needed. He also won seats from Bogura and Dhaka constituencies. Observers say holding two seats shows wide support. Now people wait. Will promises turn into policy decisions soon?

What Happened Near Kapilash Sanctuary That Shocked Everyone?

What triggered recent panic? On February ten, near Kapilash Wildlife Sanctuary, a tusker killed three women. They were collecting firewood at night. Officials confirmed the attack happened suddenly. Locals said elephants often pass through that area. Villagers say that they feel unsafe after sunset. Some said they warned authorities earlier. Police reports confirm deaths occurred on spot. This single event again pushed the issue into headlines and forced officials to respond quickly.

Also Read:BNP Demands Sheikh Hasina Extradition After Election Win Shocks Political Circles

Which Areas Are Most Affected And Why There Only?

Which districts face most danger? Forest records show mining belt districts report highest deaths which include Dhenkanal, Angul, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Sundergarh, and Deogarh. Experts explain that mining, factories, and canals cut elephant routes due to which animals cannot travel freely. When routes close, elephants move into villages. Locals asked, do elephants attack by choice? Wildlife experts say no. They enter human areas searching for food and safe paths. Conflict happens when both meet suddenly in dark or narrow spaces.

What Do Activists And Officials Say About Government Action?

Is the government doing enough? Activist Biswajit Mohanty claimed authorities acted like silent watchers. He said forest loss and corridor blocks increase encounters & data shows Odisha lost more than 1,700 square kilometres of tree cover between 2001 to 2024. Much loss happened in mining districts. Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia responded that experts are being consulted. He said long term plans are being prepared. Online reactions were mixed. Some praised planning. Others questioned why solutions were delayed if problem existed for years.

What Solutions Exist And Why Still Not Working?

Are solutions unknown? No. Conservationists say methods are already known. Elephant corridors must reopen. Industrial work must be controlled in sensitive zones. Early warning systems can alert villages. Researcher Sandeep Kumar Tiwari said main issue is broken forest connection. Without paths elephants panic and wander. Locals say payments after deaths do not solve danger. Many families said they need prevention not compensation. Citizens on social media asked a blunt question. If solutions exist then why delay action?

With years of hands-on experience across fashion shoots, film sets, and creative spaces, Sangeeta developed a sharp eye for talent beyond surface appeal. Her understanding of the industry comes from being on the ground and seeing how talent is found, ignored, shaped, and sometimes mishandled. This gave her early clarity that representation should never be deal-driven and that real careers cannot be built on short-term visibility.

At the heart of her work is respect for the creative process. Sangeeta is known for standing up for an artist’s voice and ensuring every opportunity fits their personal journey, growth, and values. Her role goes beyond management. It includes mentoring, guiding decisions, negotiating fair terms, and sometimes advising artists to walk away when something does not feel right.

This approach is reflected in her work with TOABH, an agency that works across fashion, film, and global talent representation. Instead of putting artists into fixed boxes, Sangeeta supports movement across platforms and markets. The goal is simple: careers that grow with intention.

For her, commercial success matters only when it supports long-term growth. Brand deals, international projects, and big campaigns are judged not just by reach, but by how they add to an artist’s story. This steady and thoughtful approach has helped her build deep trust with talent and partners over time.

Beyond talent representation, Sangeeta is also a strong business leader and a voice in the creative industry. She is actively involved in empowering artists and entrepreneurs through platforms like Miss Entrepreneur , which focus on access, visibility, and real opportunity, especially for women or talents building independent careers.

Listening is central to her leadership style. With a natural understanding of people, she brings calm and clarity to both creative discussions and business decisions. This ability helps her guide artists through key moments in their careers with confidence and care.

As she works on new initiatives in India that connect talent, culture, and global platforms, her larger vision becomes clear. She is focused on building systems that support artists not just at their peak, but throughout their journey.

In an industry full of noise and speed, Sangeeta Sikdar Bhatia represents a quieter strength. While audiences remember performances of artists and campaigns, it is people like her who shape and build lasting careers.

Hasina In Delhi And Power Race In Dhaka

Where is Sheikh Hasina now? She is in India after leaving Bangladesh in August 2024 during protests. Demonstrators had surrounded her residence. Reports said security forces used lethal force earlier. Later a tribunal in Bangladesh sentenced her in absentia over protest deaths. Dhaka asked India to send her back. India has not agreed. Meanwhile who may lead next? Tarique Rahman of BNP has emerged as a strong contender as he returned from London in December 2025 after years abroad. His mother Khaleda Zia died days later. Soon after he took party charge.

Also Read:Hindu Trader Killed In Bangladesh Before Polls, Minority Safety Questions Rise Again

Election Numbers And Tight Political Battle

How big is this vote? Nearly 13 crore citizens can vote. Around 43 thousand polling stations are set up. The election is being run by an interim government led by Nobel winner Muhammad Yunus. Surveys show a close race. One poll gave BNP about thirty three percent support. A Jamaat led alliance got twenty nine percent. Analysts say a post poll alliance may happen. Nearly forty four percent voters are between 18 and 37 years. Young voters say jobs and democracy matter most. Many also talk about relations with India?

Minority Attacks Raise Fear Before Voting

Why is safety a key issue? Reports show many attacks on minorities after 2024 unrest & data shared in India’s Parliament said over 2,400 incidents happened between August 2024 and March 2025. One shocking case was Dipu Chandra Das. He was beaten and burned by a mob after blasphemy claims & a rights activist from Dhaka said people feel scared. Online users reacted strongly. Some wrote that minorities feel unprotected during political tension. Bangladesh officials rejected criticism. They said outside voices try to create a negative image?

India Reaches Out Even To Old Rivals

Has India changed its approach? Earlier India trusted Awami League more. BNP was viewed with suspicion because of past alliances and policy views. Now things look different. India’s foreign minister met Tarique Rahman in Dhaka and gave him a letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi & diplomats said both sides want practical relations. Trade, border issues, and water sharing remain key topics. Bangladesh parties also speak about India in their campaigns. One manifesto promised ties based on fairness and mutual interest. Observers say both countries may reset ties after results.

The title “Suns and Shadows” feels expansive and cinematic, hinting at contrast, depth, and movement. It evokes a collection shaped by many moments bright, unapologetic highs and quieter, introspective lows. The name captures duality: light versus dark, softness versus strength, stillness versus drama. It works beautifully for pieces that play with multiple colours, varied textures, and bold statements, allowing each garment to exist in its own mood while remaining part of a cohesive story.

The concept marks a strategic creative shift for DELAN, offering a more cinematic and expressive visual language while remaining anchored in the brand’s core philosophy of quiet luxury fashion that prioritises craftsmanship, comfort, and timeless appeal over fast-moving trends. “Suns and Shadows” feels fluid rather than rigid, like a journey through changing light across time, immersive, poetic, and editorial in its tone.`122

The collection explores contrast as a storytelling device light and depth, softness and structure mirroring the everyday realities of contemporary women navigating professional and personal spaces. The shoot demonstrates how premium western wear can feel elevated through refined silhouettes, premium fabrics, and subtle detailing, rather than overt embellishment.

Founded by Vikas Kumar Sardana, Founder and Creative Director, DELAN draws on more than two decades of experience across apparel manufacturing and retail. Beginning his career in surplus and retail apparel in 2008, Sardana gained deep operational insight into fabric quality, consumer behaviour, fit engineering, and durability insights that later shaped DELAN’s design-first approach.

Launched in 2022, the brand was conceived to address a visible gap in India’s premium western wear space: clothing that blends elegance with real-world wearability. From breathable fabrics and structured tailoring to versatile colour palettes, DELAN positions itself for women seeking wardrobe longevity rather than seasonal novelty.

‘Suns and Shadows’ represents the rhythm of everyday life strong moments, softer transitions, and everything in between,” Sardana notes. “Our designs are created for real environments workdays, meetings, social gatherings not just curated photoshoots. This campaign brings that reality into a modern, visual narrative.”

The brand’s strategy aligns with a broader shift in India’s premium apparel sector. With consumers increasingly quality-conscious, investment dressing focused on comfort, durability, and multi-use styling is gaining momentum over trend-driven fashion cycles. Working professionals, in particular, are prioritising adaptable western wear that seamlessly transitions from daytime formal to evening casual.

Industry observers note that minimalist aesthetics, premium fabric experiences, and functional design have emerged as decisive purchase drivers, signalling a maturing fashion market that values craftsmanship alongside visual appeal.

Through “Suns and Shadows,” DELAN reinforces its product-centric positioning, highlighting precision fit, thoughtful construction, and fabric excellence while introducing a contemporary creative identity that reflects confidence, depth, and modern femininity.

As India’s premium western wear segment continues to expand, brands rooted in quality-led design and lifestyle relevance are increasingly shaping the next phase of fashion consumption. DELAN’s latest narrative signals a commitment to building enduring wardrobes, not fleeting trends, for the evolving Indian woman.

Bollywood actor Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja have been making headlines over the past few months amid rumours surrounding their marriage, alleged affair claims, and speculation about a possible divorce. More recently, Sunita grabbed attention after stating that Govinda did not help their son, Yashvardhan Ahuja, launch his acting career. Referring to Yash as a “self-made boy,” she revealed that despite being Govinda’s son, he has auditioned nearly 90 times. Sunita also drew comparisons with stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, and Suniel Shetty, who have actively supported their children’s careers in the film industry.

Now, Govinda has responded to these remarks, expressing immense pride in his son and calling him a better actor than himself.

Speaking to ANI, Govinda reflected on his decision to step away from politics, explaining that he did not want his political career to negatively impact his family, especially his children. The actor shared that he feared professional rivalries, jealousy, or hostility could create problems, which is why he chose to distance himself from politics and focus on his family. He also revealed that producer Sajid Nadiadwala provided Yashvardhan access to his office cabin to help him understand how films are made and how the industry functions. Govinda added that he consciously kept himself away to avoid creating a film-driven environment at home, admitting that he felt unsuccessful in maintaining film-related relationships within his family.

Talking about Yashvardhan’s talent, Govinda said that his son has the potential to surpass him as an actor. He praised Yash’s technical skills, stating that he is more refined and better trained. Govinda expressed hope that if Yash is presented to the industry in the right way, he could achieve great success.

Meanwhile, Yashvardhan Ahuja is currently preparing for his Bollywood debut in an upcoming film that also stars Laapataa Ladies actor Nitanshi Goel. The film, tentatively titled 100, will be directed by Sajid Khan and marks the filmmaker’s return to cinema.

Netflix India found itself embroiled in controversy only days after the streaming giant’s recent launch of its upcoming film Ghooskhor Pandat. A writ petition has been filed before the Delhi High Court seeking a stay on the release of the film, alleging that the title is offensive and defamatory towards the Brahmin community. 

The film, which features Manoj Bajpayee as its star, was part of Netflix's Next on Netflix 2026 event in Mumbai earlier this week. A backlash across social media platforms erupted soon after its first look teaser was released online.

What the petition claims

Mahender Chaturvedi has filed the petition through Advocate Vineet Jindal. The plea calls for a writ of mandamus ordering the authorities to restrain Netflix from streaming the film with its current title. Chaturvedi, who claims to be an Acharya committed to studying and teaching Indian scriptures, states that associating the word Pandat with corruption and bribery (ghooskhori) diminishes the dignity, reputation, and cultural value of the Brahmin community. Pandat had always meant scholarship, ethical behaviour, spiritual leadership, and moral authority, as stated in the plea. The petitioner argues under the Constitution that it is unconstitutional to utilise the term negatively, as such terms discriminate against a religious and social group on the grounds of religion, infringing the right to dignity and religious identity.

Complaints related to regulating the OTT

The complaint also suggests that the Government of India has not established a mechanism to ensure that misuse of creative freedom on OTT platforms is restricted. It states unrestrained material could damage social harmony and religious sentiments in the name of artistry.

Social media backlash grows

Critics widely criticised the film online after the teaser went live. Many users objected to the title and suggested boycotting Netflix unless a change was made. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the controversy escalated, adding pressure on the streaming platform. Netflix India has also not yet issued any official statement relating to the petition or backlash. This space will be updated if the streamer responds.

About Ghooskhor Pandat

The film features Manoj Bajpayee as Ajay Dikshit, a corrupt police officer known as Pandat. Per the official logline, the story follows a night that spirals out of control when the officer discovers a global conspiracy while trying to identify an injured girl thrown from a moving vehicle in Delhi. Nushrat Bharuccha, Saqib Saleem, Akshay Oberoi, and Divya Dutta star along with Bajpayee in a supporting cast. It was written by Neeraj Pandey and Ritesh Shah, with Mr. Shah making his directorial debut. Ghooskhor Pandat is slated for release on Netflix later this year, although Netflix has not announced a confirmed release date yet.