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Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], January 16: As cities around the world grow taller, denser and smarter, the global elevator and vertical mobility industry estimated to be worth over USD 90 billion, is undergoing a profound transformation driven by urbanisation, technology and sustainability. India today stands as the world's second-largest elevator and escalator market after China accounting for over 9% of global demand, with the domestic elevator market projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.2% between 2025 and 2031. Globally, more than 18 million elevators and escalators are in operation today, transporting over one billion people every day, with demand rising sharply across Asia-Pacific and emerging economies. Against this powerful backdrop, Smart Lift & Mobility World (SLMW) 2026, to be held in Bengaluru, will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, architects, developers and technology innovators from India and across the world under one roof.
New Delhi [India], January 16: Discussions on higher education in India often revolve around metropolitan cities and long-established institutions. However, some of the most transformative educational journeys are unfolding far from urban centres. Madhav University, located in Abu Road in Rajasthan's Sirohi district, stands as a powerful example of how higher education can become a catalyst for regional and social change when rooted in purpose, inclusion, and long-term vision.
New Delhi [India], January 16: In a significant milestone for India's rapidly evolving creative education landscape, the College for Creative Studies (CCS), Detroit, one of the world's leading institutions for art and design education, completed its first-ever leadership visit to India. The delegation was led by Don L. Tuski, President of the College for Creative Studies, along with Ray Pedor, Senior Faculty Member, Fashion Department.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 16: 2026 marks a shift towards skincare-first makeup for all skin types, where everyday beauty feels effortless, intuitive, and grounded in real skin needs. Building on the same philosophy and the success of its bestselling and viral product, Face Anything Luminous Skin Tint, House Of Makeup has expanded its dewy skin tint shade range with three new additions, bringing the total to 12 shades, tailor-made for Indian skin tones. The tint's composition remains unchanged, delivering a lightweight, luminous finish with a fresh, juicy glow that stays breathable on the skin and is formulated to be non-comedogenic, without blocking pores.
New Delhi [India], January 16: In an effort to foster greater awareness about healthy eating habits and nutrition, over 300 students and their parents attended the interactive and educational event, Achchi Bhookh Quiz, organised in Mumbai. The record-extending fourth edition of the event, hosted by Slurrp in association with LupinLife Aptivate, featured a lively quiz competition, focused on enhancing knowledge about food, nutrition, and balanced diets among families. After rigorous nationwide regional rounds across cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and more, the epic journey culminated with the top 24 parent-child duos facing off in the Semi-Finals and Finals held in Mumbai.
Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], January 16: XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur, successfully concluded the Third International Ethics Conference 2026, organised by the XLRI JRD Tata Foundation for Business Ethics from 9 to 11 January 2026, on the theme "Reimagining Business and Leadership: Ethics, Sustainability, and the Future of Responsible Growth."
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], January 16: Azim Premji University today announced the establishment of its third campus in Ranchi, expanding its presence in eastern India and strengthening its commitment to context-based, socially engaged higher education. The new campus builds on the University's long-standing work in education, development, public health, and governance, and reflects its approach of linking academic learning with real-world social and regional realities.
New Delhi [India], January 16: National Engineering Industries Ltd. (NBC Bearings), the flagship engineering company of the multi-billion-dollar CKA Birla Group and Ahamani EV Technology India Pvt. Ltd. ("Ahamani India"), the Indian subsidiary of Ahamani Advanced Inc., Taiwan, today announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the commercialization and adoption of next-generation drone technologies in India. As a part of this strategic partnership, NBC Bearings will invest in 30% equity stake in Ahamani India.
New Delhi [India], January 16: National Startup Day 2026 celebrates the founders who are powering India's next phase of economic growth through innovation, resilience, and bold vision. Across sectors such as technology, healthcare, fintech, manufacturing, and sustainability, Indian entrepreneurs are building scalable solutions to real-world challenges while creating jobs and global impact. As the startup ecosystem matures, these founder-led ventures are not only shaping new industries but also strengthening India's position as a hub of inclusive, future-ready innovation driven by purpose and execution.
New Delhi [India], January 16: InPhase Power Technologies Pvt. Ltd., based in Bengaluru, has established itself as India's leading indigenous manufacturers of advanced power quality solutions. With more than eleven years of operational excellence, the company plays a vital role in strengthening the nation's power electronics ecosystem. By focusing on in-house design and manufacturing, InPhase contributes to India's technological self-reliance while delivering dependable solutions for critical infrastructure and industrial applications.Building Indigenous Expertise in Power Electronics