Author: Shruti Joshi

L to R : Mr. Neeraj Choksi and Mr. Jignesh Desai, Co-founder and Promoter of NJ GroupMumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 20: In the dynamic world of Indian finance, some stories are inspiring, like the NJ group. Established in 1994 by visionary industry leaders Mr. Neeraj Choksi and Mr. Jignesh Desai, the company has grown humbly at a modest home office in Surat, which has become a powerhouse in mutual fund distribution across India. Outside the university, Neeraj and Jignesh began their entrepreneurial journey at a time when mutual funds were still a relatively unfamiliar concept for most Indians. In the…

Ambassadors, policymakers and agribusiness leaders discuss pathways to strengthen Asia–Africa agricultural cooperation Gurugram (Haryana) [India], March 20: India hosted a high-level diplomatic roundtable in Gurugram formally launched the Asia Africa Agri Alliance (AAAA) on 13 March 2026, a new institutional platform aimed at strengthening agricultural cooperation, trade, investment, and technology exchange between Asia and Africa. The launch took place at The Leela Ambience Hotel, Gurugram, alongside the Maize & Millet Summit and Agri & BioWaste Conclave 2026, bringing together ambassadors, senior diplomats, policymakers, and agribusiness leaders from more than ten countries. The gathering marked one of the most prominent diplomatic–industry dialogues focused…

New Delhi [India], March 20: Jashn Agnihotri wished her fans a very happy Gudi padwa, happy ugadi, and gives wishes for Chaitra navratri and a very happy Eid to follow with. She mentioned about her zest for festivals right from her childhood days and that she loves to celebrate all the Indian festivals with great joy. Jashn who has made her mark as a model and actor as she featured in famous campaigns of brands like Indian oil, Axe deo, Canara banks ,B4U channel and many others. And as she began her acting career with ‘Ye pal’ song in critically…

Surat (Gujarat) [India], March 20: Surat emerged as the meeting point of India’s entrepreneurial leadership as CorporateConnections®️ India hosted BHAF 2026 – The Big Hairy Audacious Forum, bringing together over 250 prominent entrepreneurs and business leaders from across the country. The two-day flagship forum took place on 13–14 March 2026 at the Surat Marriott Hotel, creating a powerful platform for collaboration, insight sharing, and relationship building among some of India’s most dynamic business owners. Built around three core ideas — Learn. Network. Celebrate. — BHAF continues to be the most anticipated annual gathering of the CorporateConnections India community. The 2026…

Dr. A.K. Dwivedi’s Campaign Reaches Over 2 Million People Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], March 19: In a major advancement in preventive healthcare, Indore has witnessed the rise of anaemia awareness as a dynamic grassroots public health movement. Spearheaded by renowned homeopathic physician Dr. A.K. Dwivedi, the Anaemia Awareness Rath Campaign (2026) has successfully reached more than 20 lakh (2 million) people, emerging as one of the largest community-driven health initiatives in the region. Dr. Dwivedi, Director & CEO of Advanced Homoeo Health Center & Homoeopathic Medical Research Pvt. Ltd., Indore, and actively associated with Sansad Seva Prakalp Indore, Monthly health…

In this interview, Shalin Peter speaks about navigating a career that moves between the rigid frameworks of defense manufacturing and the fluid demands of global public relations. He reflects on building operational depth within regulated systems, translating technical expertise into strategy, and sustaining relevance across industries where credibility, precision, and execution define survival. Q: You currently lead operations within a highly specialized sector, specifically a small arms manufacturing unit that also develops new products for defense purposes. Could you elucidate the foundational days of this organization? Shalin Peter: The manufacturing company was officially launched in 2018. I have been closely associated with…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 19: In today’s fast-changing world, education is often measured by marks, rankings, and university placements. While academic excellence certainly opens doors, I strongly believe that the true purpose of education goes far beyond report cards. It is about shaping character, nurturing empathy, and preparing young individuals not just for careers, but for life. “In a world driven by competition and constant change, knowledge alone is not enough. It is integrity, empathy, resilience, and a strong moral compass that truly prepare a child for life. At Ryan International, we believe education must shape character first, because values…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 19: Central Depository Services (India) Limited (“CDSL”), Asia’s first listed depository, in collaboration with KPMG in India, has released the third edition of its Reimagine Thought Leadership report titled “Reimagine: Securities Market through Data Synergy”, following its third annual Reimagine Symposium held earlier this year. The report proposes a Creation–Control–Culture (3C) framework to guide data-led transformation across India’s securities market ecosystem. The report highlights that “data risk is market risk,” and outlines how a structured data governance approach can strengthen resilience, transparency, and innovation across India’s securities market ecosystem. It proposes a 3C framework that enables market institutions…

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 19: Dhruv Consultancy Services Limited.(DCSL) (BSE – 541302 | NSE – DHRUV), one of the leading infrastructure consultancy companies in India, has reinforced its industry standing by securing the 6th position across India among the top-ranked participants. Out of a total of 57 participating players, the Company has been ranked among the top 6, reflecting its strong technical expertise, proven execution capabilities, and established credibility in the infrastructure domain. The ranking is based on key parameters such as transparency, quality of services, approval processes, budget control of projects, and early completion of projects, highlighting the Company’s consistent focus on disciplined execution and…

New Delhi [India], March 19: In a year defined by innovation, resilience, and leadership, The Popular Story proudly unveils its flagship recognition —Top 50 Iconic Personalities of 2026. This prestigious edition highlights individuals who are creating meaningful impact across industries including business, healthcare, law, education, spirituality, technology, arts and social development. This curated list represents visionaries, innovators, and leaders whose work is shaping modern India while inspiring future generations. Their journeys reflect consistency, purpose, and the ability to adapt in a rapidly evolving world. Ravinder Bharti Founder of Public Media Solution, Ravinder Bharti helps brands grow through performance marketing, PR…