Surat: Jewelry businesses rarely struggle with creativity. If anything, there is an abundance of ideas – sketches, references, concepts waiting to be explored. The real challenge begins after that initial spark. Once a design enters the production pipeline, it moves through multiple stages. A sketch is translated into CAD, reviewed, prototyped, adjusted, and often rebuilt. At each step, small gaps in interpretation begin to appear. Nothing drastic, but enough to slow progress. Over time, these delays accumulate, and by the time the final piece is ready, it often feels slightly removed from the original intent. Where the friction comes from…
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New Delhi: FusionStays, headquartered in Kolkata, an offbeat travel platform focused on verified, quality-assured stays, has raised INR 75 lakhs in Pre-Seed funding from Vruddhi Capital, Udupi, along with participation from angel investors. The fresh capital will be utilised to strengthen product development, accelerate geographical expansion, and invest in leadership team development as the company prepares for its next phase of growth. Founded with the vision of promoting authentic, community-driven travel experiences, FusionStays works closely with homestay owners to ensure verified standards of comfort, hygiene, and hospitality, while enabling travellers to discover lesser-known destinations across India. The platform is currently…
Surat: Corporate Connections India’s national forum “Big Hairy Audacious Forum (BHAF)” recently concluded in Surat. Held on March 13 and 14, the forum brought together leading entrepreneurs, founders and business leaders from across the country, who shared insights on leadership, entrepreneurship and the future of business. The event featured keynote addresses by Union Minister for Jal Shakti CR Patil and Bollywood actor Arjun Kapoor, both of whom delivered inspiring messages on distinct themes. In his address, CR Patil emphasised the urgent need for water conservation. He said that urban residents consume an average of 135 litres of water per day,…
Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], March 18: Navrachana University, in collaboration with Heritage Trust, hosted an illustrated lecture titled “Mapping the World from Gujarat” by Dr. Samira Sheikh. The event marked the first edition of the Parekh Lecture Series at Navrachana University and was also presented as a Viraasat Lecture by the Heritage Trust. Smt. Tejal Amin, Chairperson of Navrachana Education Society and member of the Board of Management, Navrachana University, said, “Such lectures are very important for the city and society, as they bring in different disciplinary perspectives from history, arts, urban studies, and geography, at one place. I am very glad that Navrachana University, as part…
The salaried workforce of India is navigating a rapidly transforming financial ecosystem. Factors such as rising living costs, migration to cities, and maintaining lifestyle aspirations are all placing a burdensome pressure on the monthly budgets of working individuals. While it has been a tradition to focus on savings and long-term investments to plan for finances, the reality is far different. Now, working professionals are struggling with a recurring cash-flow gap between paydays. Hence, salary advance loans are emerging as an essential tool for India’s workforce to manage quick expenses. These loans are basically short-term credit products that allow employees to…
Mumbai: With the curtains rising on the Union Budget 2026, the blueprint for India’s urban future has reached a point of high-definition clarity. For an industry that has long been a pillar of the domestic economy, the post-budget sentiment signals a shift from a supply-led market to one defined by structural utility. I view this period as the “Next Growth Frontier”- a phase where our industry’s contribution to the national GDP will be determined by our ability to merge fiscal policy with the evolving lifestyle of the post-2025 homebuyer. The narrative has moved past the simple metrics of interest rates and tax slabs. Today, the conversation is centered on how a home fits into…
New Delhi [India], March 14: Extreme weather events and climate-linked disasters are no longer rare or unpredictable.The World Weather Association identified 157 “most severe” extreme weather events in 2025. To earn this classification, an event was required to meet at least one of several stringent criteria, such as resulting in over 100 deaths, affecting most of an area’s inhabitants, or triggering a formal state of emergency. Floods, heatwaves, cyclones, and droughts are occurring with increasing frequency, often following patterns that communities and institutions have witnessed repeatedly over the years. Yet, disaster response continues to lag behind the event itself, prioritizing…
Mumbai: “Relax, it’s just weekend drinks.” Most of us have said this or believed it, or used it to justify that extra round after a long week. But here is the uncomfortable question people rarely ask themselves. Are you drinking to celebrate or to cope? According to Dr Prabhojit Mohanty, psychiatrist, de-addiction Specialist and sexologist, many people who think they are social drinkers are actually using alcohol as an emotional reset button without realising it, and that changes everything. The Weekend Ritual That Feels Completely Normal Think about your typical week. Deadlines pile up. Traffic drains you. Work stress lingers. Personal…
Surat: Global used-car marketplace CARS24 has acquired automotive utility platform Vehicle Info from Surat-based Vasundhara Infotech LLP as it looks to expand beyond vehicle transactions and build a full-stack digital platform for vehicle ownership. Founded in 2017 by entrepreneur Chirag Pipaliya, Vehicle Info enables users to access a range of vehicle-related services through a single digital platform. The application allows vehicle owners to check registration details, view and pay traffic challans, verify insurance validity, track service history and access other essential vehicle information online. Since its launch, Vehicle Info has grown organically and attracted lakhs of users by simplifying everyday…
New Delhi: Travelers are always looking for faster, smarter, and easier ways to book flights, which is why the online travel industry keeps changing. Travelers can once again use Hipmunk to help them find flights quickly and easily. Hipmunk is known for its unique search features and easy-to-use interface. Its goal is to help users find the best flights without the hassle that comes with traditional booking sites. Hipmunk’s reopening means that there will be more work to make it easier for people to search for, compare, and book airline tickets. The platform wants to change the way people book…
