New Delhi, Nov 3 (UDN): Odisha has taken a major stride towards strengthening its clean energy sector by signing 18 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) involving proposed investments of approximately Rs 1.17 lakh crore. The projects are expected to add 11,742 MW of renewable energy capacity, reinforcing the State's ambition to emerge as a leading destination for clean energy investments.  Pic...

ITU’s Facts and Figures 2026 shows growth in global Internet use, while 2 billion remain unconnected Geneva, 3 November 2026 — ​An estimated 6.3 billion people, or 76 per cent of the world’s population, are using the Internet in 2026, according to Facts and Figures 2026 , released today by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The figure is up from...

Chennai, Nov 03: Indian Institute of Technology Madras hosted the curtain-raiser event for the fifth edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam on campus today. The event highlighted the enduring cultural, literary and spiritual connections between Tamil Nadu and Kashi. Thiru. Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Hon’ble Governor of Tamil Nadu, presided over the event, in the presence of Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT...

In an increasingly interconnected yet unpredictable global economy, businesses are rethinking how and where they manufacture their products. For decades, companies relied on concentrated production networks to achieve economies of scale, reduce costs and streamline operations. However, geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions, supply chain disruptions and rising operating expenses have exposed the risks associated with depending on a single manufacturing location....

With over six decades of experience in creating functional travel solutions, Harissons Bags understands that sometimes, you simply need more room. Enter Hold All, a spacious, unisex wheeled duffel designed to be that extra bag you never know you’ll need until you do. Use it as your primary travel bag, pack it for shopping or family trips, or simply fold...

Nov 03: There are outfits you dress up in, and then there are outfits that somehow just feel like Diwali. Maybe it’s the colour that looks completely different once the diyas are lit. The saree you’ve been waiting months to wear. A little mirror work catching the light. Or simply the rare pleasure of looking at an outfit and thinking,...

By Architect Narendra Sardeshpande, Founder , NSA Architects At its core, architecture and interior design are about human life; spaces should ultimately be designed as a harmonious backdrop against which users perform their daily activities. As festive season like Diwali approach, homeowners naturally want to introduce seasonal elements that elevate the space into a celebratory mood.   However, achieving a...

Mumbai, Nov 03: Global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal India has announced the appointment of Saurabh Kumar Sahu as Managing Director within its Business Transformation Services practice. Based in Mumbai, he will focus on helping clients accelerate growth, drive commercial excellence and deliver large-scale business transformations, including digital and AI-led initiatives. Mr. Sahu has over two decades of experience...