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Bureau Veritas, a global leader in Testing, Inspection, and Certification services (TIC), announces that it has signed an agreement to acquire Lotusworks, a global leader in mission‑critical assets commissioning and quality assurance and control. This strategic move will uniquely position the Buildings & Infrastructure Product Line to benefit from AI-driven construction investments.

 

Headquartered in Ireland, Lotusworks is a leading provider of commissioning, quality assurance and quality control, calibration, maintenance, and construction management services for mission‑critical facilities for semiconductors manufacturers and data center owners. The Company operates in the United States and Europe, and employs 750 people including highly skilled experts, serving a diversified base of blue‑chip global clients, including hyperscalers and semiconductor manufacturers. Lotusworks’ activity is supported by long‑term frameworks, a strong multi‑year backlog, and recurring technical services in environments requiring world‑class expertise, and rigorous execution. In calendar year 2025, the company generated EUR 131 million in revenue. This acquisition will enhance Bureau Veritas’ organic growth and will be accretive to the Group’s Adjusted Operating Margin.

 

 

The acquisition is a key milestone in the implementation of LEAP | 28, strengthening the Group’s leadership in the Buildings and Infrastructure sector. Combined with Bureau Veritas’ existing data center activities, this creates a new mission-critical platform, unique in the TIC industry. Bureau Veritas becomes a leader in the high-growth, technically complex market of data centers and semiconductors manufacturing. At closing, this platform will represent circa 15% of the Buildings & Infrastructure division.

 

 

“The acquisition of Lotusworks is a major milestone for Bureau Veritas,” said Hinda Gharbi, Chief Executive Officer of Bureau Veritas. “The company brings outstanding technical capabilities, long‑standing customer relationships, and a strong presence across strategic markets of data centers and semiconductors manufacturing. By combining Bureau Veritas’ rigorous execution, expertise, and global network with the technical know-how of Lotusworks, we are establishing a unique platform of commissioning, validation, and technical assurance for mission-critical assets. This comes at a time when AI expansion is spurring a semiconductor manufacturing, and digital infrastructure new and powerful investment cycle.

 

 

This acquisition is fully aligned with our LEAP | 28 portfolio priorities. It will contribute to our goal of doubling the rotation of our portfolio within the next 12 months, from the ~10% level we have attained since the launch of the plan. This acquisition accelerates our portfolio pivot towards higher‑growth, higher‑margin activities.

 

 

I am very pleased to welcome all the colleagues from Lotusworks to the Bureau Veritas family.”

 

 

The transaction, representing an enterprise value of EUR 375 million, will be financed via existing and recently negotiated credit lines. This implies a 2026e EV/EBITA multiple of 15x. The agreement includes an earn-out mechanism should the business outperform its plan.
Following completion, Bureau Veritas’ net debt is set to remain within the 1x to 2x leverage range as per the LEAP | 28 plan ambition. The deal is anticipated to be slightly accretive to earnings this year.

 

 

The transaction is expected to close by summer 2026, subject to customary regulatory approvals.

 

 

About Bureau Veritas:

 

 

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in inspection, certification, and laboratory testing services with a powerful purpose: to shape a world of trust by ensuring responsible progress. With a vision to be the preferred partner for customers’ excellence and sustainability, the company innovates to help them navigate change.
Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas’ 82,000 employees deliver services in 140 countries. The company’s technical experts support customers to address challenges in quality, health and safety, environmental protection, and sustainability.
Bureau Veritas is listed on Euronext Paris and belongs to the CAC 40, CAC 40 ESG, SBF 120 indices and is part of the CAC SBT 1.5° index. Compartment A, ISIN code FR 0006174348, stock symbol: BVI.

 

 

For more information, visit http://www.bureauveritas.com, and follow us on LinkedIn.

 

 

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Business Wire India

• Microsoft agrees to purchase 626,000 tonnes of durable carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits over a 15-year delivery term from the North Star BECCS project in Saskatchewan, Canada.
• Indigenous ownership: North Star Carbon Solutions LP is a Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC)–Svante partnership.
• The deal is Microsoft’s first Canadian BECCS CDR offtake agreement and is believed to be the first of its kind in Canada involving Indigenous ownership.
• The project is co-located at the MLTC Bioenergy Centre and supplied by sustainable waste biomass from MLTC’s adjacent sawmill.

 

Svante Technologies Inc. (Svante) and Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) announced today that North Star Carbon Solutions LP has entered into an offtake agreement with Microsoft to deliver 626,000 tonnes of durable carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits to be delivered over 15 years from the North Star bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) project in Saskatchewan, Canada. The project is being developed through a partnership between MLTC and Svante and will be co-located at the MLTC Bioenergy Centre in Meadow Lake.

 

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As part of the project, a new carbon capture plant will be established at the MLTC Bioenergy Centre, a renewable power generation facility supplied by sustainable waste biomass from the adjacent sawmill owned by MLTC and other local forest product mills. The new plant will be owned by North Star Carbon Solutions LP, a partnership between MLTC and Svante’s recently acquired subsidiary, Carbon Alpha Corp. At capacity, the carbon capture plant will generate up to 90,000 tonnes of CDR credits per year and deliver CDR credits to Microsoft over a 15-year period. Captured CO₂ will be safely transported and permanently stored at a geologic storage site owned and operated by North Star, providing a fully integrated system for carbon removal from source to sink.

 

The CDR credits delivered under the agreement are expected to be independently verified and issued in accordance with applicable carbon removal crediting standards and robust monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) practices. The North Star project plans to use waste biomass and to monitor CO₂ capture, transport, and permanent geologic storage to support long-term durability.

 

 

Svante will provide all funding required until the decision is made to start construction. Commercial operation is planned for early 2029.

 

 

Scott Gardner, President of Svante Development Inc. said, “We are excited about this landmark agreement for BECCS in Canada, which is the result of Microsoft’s leadership in carbon removal. Microsoft’s anchor offtake commitment sends a strong signal to the market about the quality of North Star’s CDRs and the readiness of the Canadian market to deliver such projects.”

 

 

“Meadow Lake Tribal Council welcomes Microsoft’s significant offtake commitment for the North Star project,” said Jeremy Norman, Tribal Chief, Meadow Lake Tribal Council. “As a Canadian Indigenous-owned BECCS project that is believed to be among the first of its kind, North Star reflects MLTC Nations’ long-standing commitment to land stewardship and sustainable forest management. The project demonstrates how Indigenous leadership and collaboration can advance climate solutions while supporting meaningful employment and economic opportunities for our member Nations and the surrounding community.”

 

 

“We’re pleased to work with North Star Carbon Solutions and Meadow Lake Tribal Council to help advance high-quality, durable carbon dioxide removal,” said Phillip Goodman, Director of Carbon Removal Portfolio, Microsoft. “To meet our climate goals, we need to help scale solutions that deliver durable storage and are backed by rigorous monitoring and verification. This agreement supports an Indigenous-led collaboration that enables the infrastructure needed to bring durable carbon removal online in Canada, thus creating a pathway for additional projects over time.”

 

 

North Star is expected to create approximately 50 local jobs during the development and construction phase, and up to 10 ongoing jobs once the facility is operating, creating valuable employment opportunities for the Meadow Lake community. In addition, the project will support the local economy by increasing demand for nearby businesses such as restaurants, hotels, and service providers.

 

 

About Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC)

 

 

MLTC was formed in 1981 and represents nine First Nations located in Northwest Saskatchewan. MLTC invests in businesses to meaningfully participate in Saskatchewan’s economy, supporting economic reconciliation in a rural and remote area of the province. 100% of the distributions flow to the nine First Nations, to foster local economic growth; enhance on-reserve education; healthcare; youth and elder programs; housing; and other community social and infrastructure needs.

 

 

About Svante

 

 

Svante is a fully integrated carbon management company headquartered in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The company manufactures nanoengineered solid sorbent filters and modular rotating contactor machines, licenses CO₂ capture technologies and offers project development services and capital covering the entire carbon capture, removal, and storage value chain. Svante is on the 2025 Global Cleantech 100 Hall of Fame and TIME & Statista’s list of Top Greentech Companies of 2025. For more information, visit www.svanteinc.com.

 

 

 

 

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Business Wire India

Lenovo today announced new enhancements to its global channel framework, Lenovo 360, building on the success of its channel-centric model to further simplify and accelerate partner growth.

 

Lenovo 360 has become the foundation for how Lenovo enables, connects with, and grows alongside its global partner ecosystem. These latest updates reflect Lenovo’s continued commitment to evolving the partner experience and creating more intuitive, scalable paths to growth.

 

 

“The channel is central to how we do business,” said Pascal Bourguet, Chief Sales Strategy & Channels Officer at Lenovo. “It’s how we scale, how we innovate, and how we grow together. With these latest enhancements to Lenovo 360, we’re making it simpler, more predictable, and more rewarding for partners to build their business with us. From services-led growth to new technical communities and streamlined tiering, we’re focused on giving partners clear pathways to expand their capabilities, drive profitability, and deliver greater value to their customers in a rapidly evolving market.”

 

 

What’s new with Lenovo 360

 

 

Simplifying Lenovo 360 Tiers for Greater Predictability and Growth

 

 

Lenovo is simplifying its partner Tiers to create a more transparent and predictable path to growth, making it easier for partners to understand how they progress, earn, and scale.

 

 

The updated model reduces complexity by streamlining tiers and aligning incentives more closely to overall partner performance, combining revenue growth with capability development through skills and accreditations, with a clear progression from Authorized to Gold to Platinum and beyond.

 

 

All partners begin at the Authorized level, gaining access to Lenovo 360 Elevate, a reimagined growth engine designed to activate engagement and accelerate partner development.

 

 

As partners progress to Gold and higher tiers by growing their business, building skills, and achieving accreditations, they unlock enhanced financial incentives, co-selling opportunities, and expanded access to Lenovo resources, with advanced levels offering increasing recognition and collaboration across Lenovo’s global ecosystem.

 

 

To support this journey, Lenovo has introduced an enhanced digital experience through the Lenovo 360 Partner Hub, providing real-time visibility into performance, accreditations, and progression milestones, giving partners greater control and predictability over their growth.

 

 

This simplified structure reflects Lenovo’s ongoing commitment to reducing complexity and delivering a more intuitive, rewarding partner experience.

 

 

Accelerating Partner Growth with Lenovo 360 for Services

 

 

Coming April 13, Lenovo will expand its services-led strategy with Lenovo 360 for Services, a structured pathway designed to help partners support the shift to recurring, outcome-based business models.

 

 

As customer demand shifts toward lifecycle services and end-to-end solutions, many partners are looking to build new capabilities while scaling profitability. Lenovo 360 for Services addresses this by providing a clear, flexible framework that enables partners to attach services to every deal and evolve toward higher-value solutions over time.

 

 

Through a combination of ready-to-sell attached services and advanced solutions—including digital workplace, hybrid cloud, AI, and Lenovo TruScale™ as-a-service offerings—partners can expand their portfolios, increase deal value, and create predictable recurring revenue streams.

 

 

The pathway integrates enablement, sales tools, and incentives into a single experience, giving partners access to training, marketing resources, and guided selling platforms that simplify how they build and deliver services-led solutions.

 

 

Lenovo’s momentum in this space reflects growing partner demand, with the company’s services business expanding at twice the rate of the overall IT services market, underscoring the opportunity for partners to accelerate growth through services-led transformation.

 

 

Expanding Lenovo 360 for MSPs in new markets

 

 

Building on this momentum, Lenovo is also expanding its Lenovo 360 for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) pathway in additional markets, reflecting strong partner adoption and growing demand for as-a-service delivery models.

 

 

Following a successful pilot, the MSP pathway will expand across UK&I, Nordics, Benelux, Brazil, Mexico, and Australia, effective April 1. As Lenovo’s most mature and widely adopted partner pathway, Lenovo 360 for MSPs has already engaged thousands of partners globally and is on track to exceed $100 million in revenue by year-end.

 

 

By providing MSPs with tailored tools, training, and incentives, Lenovo enables partners to integrate Lenovo solutions into their own managed service offerings, helping them scale recurring revenue, increase profitability, and deliver outcome-based services more efficiently.

 

 

“Lenovo 360 for MSP has greatly simplified our support process and boosted profitability,” said Nick Allo, IT Director for SemTech IT Solutions. “By standardizing our offerings around workstations and laptops, we bundle services and accessories to provide a full system to our clients. This allows us to add value, achieve up to 25% margins, and warranty services as an Authorized Service Provider. Overall, Lenovo’s been a strong partner who’s helped us grow and listened along the way.”

 

 

Elevating Technical Expertise through Lenovo 360 Tech Connect

 

 

Beginning its rollout in April, Lenovo is also launching Lenovo 360 Tech Connect, a global technical community designed to help partners build deeper expertise and deliver more complex, solution-led outcomes for customers.

 

 

As demand for AI, hybrid cloud, and advanced infrastructure solutions accelerates, partners face a growing need for deeper technical expertise. Lenovo 360 Tech Connect addresses this by bringing together presales engineers, solution architects, and technical specialists in a collaborative, community-driven environment.

 

 

Through the community, members gain access to tailored technical enablement, curated learning resources, and direct engagement with Lenovo experts, enabling them to design, position, and deliver solutions with greater confidence and speed.

 

 

The community also introduces new opportunities for recognition and career development, rewarding technical contribution and expertise while strengthening partners’ credibility with customers.

 

 

By fostering collaboration and continuous learning, Lenovo 360 Tech Connect reflects Lenovo’s broader commitment to building a more connected, capable partner ecosystem—where technical excellence becomes a key driver of growth and differentiation.

 

 

To learn more about Lenovo 360, visit lenovopartnerhub.com/.

 

 

About Lenovo

 

 

Lenovo is a US$69 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #196 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

 

 

 

 

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Business Wire India

ऐसे समय में, जब अमेरिका–इज़राइल–ईरान के बीच चल रहा संघर्ष भू–राजनीतिक और आर्थिक वास्तविकताओं को नए सिरे से परिभाषित कर रहा है, इस पूरे क्षेत्र में व्यवसायों की परीक्षा हो रही है कि वे हालात के मुताबिक खुद को ढालने और उन्हें झेलने की क्षमता रखते हैं या नहीं। इन परिस्थितियों में, Danube Group के फ़ाउंडर और चेयरमैन रिज़वान साजन अपने कर्मचारियों के साथ मज़बूती से खड़े होकर लीडरशिप की एक शानदार मिसाल पेश कर रहे हैं।

मंगलवार को, साजन ने Instagram पर यह घोषणा की कि कंपनी किसी भी कर्मचारी की छंटनी नहीं करेगी। उन्होंने कहा,“मैंने पहले भी कई चुनौतीपूर्ण स्थितियों का सामना किया है, जिसमें इराक द्वारा कुवैत पर आक्रमण से लेकर साल 2008 का वित्तीय संकट और COVID-19 महामारी का दौर शामिल है। इन सबके बावजूद, हमने हमेशा पहले से ज़्यादा मज़बूत होकर वापसी की है और मुझे पूरा भरोसा है कि इस बार भी हम ऐसा ही करेंगे। महामारी के दौरान, मैंने यह वादा किया था कि किसी भी कर्मचारी को नहीं निकाला जाएगा और मैंने अपना वह वादा निभाया। इसी तरह, इस बार भी Danube Group में किसी की छंटनी नहीं की जाएगी।”

उन्होंने आगे कहा, “हमारे 6,000 से भी ज़्यादा कर्मचारी सिर्फ़ कर्मचारी नहीं हैं, बल्कि वे हमारे परिवार के सदस्य हैं। उन्होंने Danube Group को आज के इस मुकाम तक पहुँचाने में मदद की है। ऐसे समय में, हम उसी प्रतिबद्धता के साथ उनके साथ खड़े हैं। सभी वेतन समय पर दिए जाएँगे और हम अपने क्लाइंट और ग्राहकों की सेवा करने के लिए पूरी तरह से समर्पित हैं।”

इतने सालों में, Danube Group ने एक विविधतापूर्ण और चुस्त स्ट्रक्चर विकसित किया है, जो निर्माण सामग्री, रियल एस्टेट और घरेलू समाधानों तक फैला हुआ है। इन सबकी बदौलत ही यह ग्रुप बाज़ार की बदलती परिस्थितियों पर असरदार ढंग से प्रतिक्रिया देने में सक्षम हो पाया है।

दरअसल, Danube Properties ने हाल ही में प्रीमियम टाउनहाउस और विला वाला अपना पहला बड़े पैमाने का इंटिग्रेटेड कम्युनिटी Greenz by Danube लॉन्च किया है, जिसकी कीमतें AED 3.5 मिलियन से शुरू होती हैं और इसके साथ ही कंपनी ने अपना मशहूर 1% मासिक पेमेंट प्लान भी पेश किया है, जिसे निवेशकों और घर खरीदने वालों, दोनों से ही काफ़ी अच्छी प्रतिक्रिया मिली है।

कंपनी काम पूरा करने पर ज़ोर दे रही है, ताकि प्रोजेक्ट समय पर डिलीवर हो और किए गए सभी वादे पूरे हो सकें। मौजूदा भू–राजनीतिक चुनौतियों से निपटते हुए, Danube Group न सिर्फ़ अपनी स्थिति को बनाए हुए है, बल्कि उसे और भी मज़बूत बना रहा है – जो यह दर्शाता है कि मज़बूत बुनियादी सिद्धांत और निर्णायक लीडरशिप अनिश्चितता को निरंतर प्रगति में बदल सकती हैं।

 

Danube Properties का परिचय

Danube Properties, Danube Group की एक सहायक कंपनी है, जिसकी स्थापना 1993 में रिज़वान साजन ने की थी। यह यूएई के अग्रणी निजी रियल एस्टेट डेवलपर्स में से एक है। 1% पेमेंट प्लान की शुरुआत करने के लिए जानी जाने वाली यह कंपनी 40 से भी ज़्यादा लाइफ़स्टाइल सुविधाओं के साथ फ़ुली फ़र्निश्ड अपार्टमेंट्स की सौगात पेश कर रही है और कंस्ट्रक्शन की बेहतरीन गुणवत्ता और समय पर डिलीवरी के मामले में इसका रिकॉर्ड शानदार है।

 

Source: AETOSWire

 

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Business Wire India

 

At a time when the US–Israel–Iran conflict is reshaping geopolitical and economic realities, businesses across the region are being tested on their ability to adapt and endure. Against this backdrop, Danube Group’s Founder and Chairman Rizwan Sajan is setting a strong example of leadership by standing firmly by its workforce.

 

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On Tuesday, Sajan took to Instagram to announce that the company will not lay off any employees. “I’ve faced many challenging situations in the past – from the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait to the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these, we have always bounced back stronger, and I’m confident we will do so again. During the pandemic, I had committed to not letting go of any employees, and I stood by that promise. Similarly, there will be no layoffs at Danube Group this time as well,” he said.

 

He further added, “Our 6000+ employees are not just our workforce – they are our family. They helped build Danube Group into what it is today. In times like these, we stand by them with the same commitment. All salaries will be paid on time, and we remain dedicated to serving our clients and customers.”

 

 

Over the years, Danube Group has developed a diversified and agile structure spanning building materials, real estate, and home solutions, allowing it to respond effectively to changing market conditions.

 

 

In fact, Danube Properties recently unveiled its first large-scale integrated community, Greenz by Danube, featuring premium townhouses and villas, starting from AED 3.5 million with their iconic 1% monthly payment plan, which has been well received by investors and homeowners alike.

 

 

The company continues to prioritize execution, ensuring timely project delivery and honoring commitments. As it navigates current geopolitical challenges, Danube Group is not only holding its ground but reinforcing its position – demonstrating that strong fundamentals and decisive leadership can turn uncertainty into sustained progress.

 

 

About Danube Properties

 

 

Danube Properties, a subsidiary of the Danube Group founded in 1993 by Rizwan Sajan, is among the UAE’s leading private real estate developers. Known for pioneering the 1% payment plan, the company delivers fully furnished apartments complemented by over 40 lifestyle amenities, with a strong track record of quality construction and timely delivery.

 

 

Source: AETOSWire

 

 

 

 

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Celebrating its philosophy of ‘Living It Large’, Seagram’s Royal Stag brought the much-anticipated fourth edition of Royal Stag BoomBox to Mohali at Saras Mela Ground recently. Building on the phenomenal success of previous editions, this year’s Royal Stag BoomBox raises the bar by seamlessly blending the best of music and gaming entertainment into one immersive experience. The electrifying evening drew thousands of fans who came together to witness performances by some of India’s most celebrated artists. From high-energy sets to unforgettable on-stage moments, the night delivered a powerful showcase of sound, spectacle and the unmistakable spirit of this generation – Generation Large.

 

The Saras Mela Ground, in Mohali transformed into a multisensory playground, featuring vibrant installations, immersive art displays, curated food experiences and interactive zones — going far beyond just music. The evening began with an electric face-off between gaming sensation Payal Dhare & a fan who battled through the gaming rounds at the event, clinched the win, and earned the chance to play alongside her. This was followed by a dynamic opening set by DJ Sahil Gulati, who instantly set the tone with his irresistible beats.

 

The momentum continued with an energetic performance by Rashmeet Kaur, whose distinctive blend of Punjabi folk influences and contemporary pop brought energy to the stage. Carrying the pulse of the night forward, Neeti Mohan followed with her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence, delivering a set of beloved Bollywood hits that had the crowd singing along. Closing the night on a massive high, Divine took over the stage with his signature gritty rap style performance, delivering back-to-back anthems that turned the venue into a roaring celebration—perfectly capturing the festival’s unique fusion of musical styles and leaving Generation Large with an unforgettable experience.

 

“Royal Stag BoomBox has evolved into far more than a music festival, it’s a cultural platform that captures the pulse of contemporary India and the unmistakable energy of Generation Large,” said Debasree Dasgupta, Chief Marketing Officer, Pernod Ricard India. “Music and live experiences are powerful engines of connection; they create shared moments and enable true conviviality. With Season 4, we’re taking that experience to the next level, blending the soul of Bollywood with the raw, pulsating beats of Hip-Hop, and expanding into gaming, art and immersive cultural expressions. This isn’t just entertainment. It’s a bold expression of what it means to Live It Large – creating experiences that feel relevant, dynamic and deeply resonant with today’s youth across the country.”

 

Indian singer, Neeti Mohan shared, “Royal Stag BoomBox creates a fantastic space where different genres come together to celebrate music. Performing in Mohali for such an energetic audience was amazing. The passion and enthusiasm of the fans made the evening truly memorable.”

 

Indian rapper and songwriter, Divine added, “Performing at Royal Stag BoomBox in Mohali was an unreal rush. The energy from the crowd was next level — it’s amazing to see how audiences are vibing with the sound, the culture, and everything hip-hop represents today. Nights like this remind me why I do what I do and feeling that connection with the fans in real time. Big love to Mohali for bringing the madness.”

 

Indian singer and composer Rashmeet Kaur said, “Royal Stag BoomBox is such a unique platform that beautifully brings together different sounds and musical influences. Performing in Mohali was incredibly special for me. The energy of the crowd and the scale of the event made it a truly unforgettable experience.”

 

DJ Sahil Gulati said, “Royal Stag BoomBox is where sound met spectacle. As a DJ, creating that build-up and watching thousands move to the same rhythm in Vizag was an unmatched feeling. Season 4 promised next-level production and energy, and I was thrilled to set the tone for an unforgettable night.”

 

Indian gaming content creator Payal Dhare shared, “Royal Stag BoomBox breaking the barrier between music and gaming is such a powerful move. Being part of Season 4 and bringing a live gaming face-off to the stage is incredibly exciting.”

 

Royal Stag BoomBox is renowned for creating immersive, multi-sensory experiences that blend spectacular sound and lighting with interactive fan zones and vibrant cultural showcases, each capturing the unique essence of its host city. The platform audaciously brings together Bollywood’s timeless melodies with hip-hop’s raw energy, creating the original sound of today’s generation – Generation Large. With Vizag delivering an electrifying start to the season, the fourth edition is all set to carry that momentum forward, promising unforgettable nights of music and high-octane performances across the upcoming cities.

 

Next up, Royal Stag BoomBox heads to Navi Mumbai on 25th April, as the festival continues its multi-city celebration of music, culture, and living it large.

 

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LTM, the Business Creativity partner to the world’s largest enterprises, announced that Universal AI, a dynamic online learning experience by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Open Learning will be made available to its workforce. The program is being delivered in cooperation with upGrad Enterprise as part of LTM’s commitment to institutionalizing foundational AI reasoning across its talent pool. 

LTM is focused on empowering its employees, across both tech and non-tech functions, to make informed, logic-driven decisions that drive client growth by preparing its workforce with scientific thinking and first-principles reasoning skills essential for success in an AI-driven economy and long-term career development. MIT Open Learning’s Universal AI program focuses on how AI systems work, the technologies that power them, and the ethical considerations surrounding their deployment. It is a self-paced learning experience designed by MIT Open Learning faculty, covering 16 foundational modules and vertical-specific modules, suitable for all skill levels, with no coding required.

“With AI advancing rapidly, the importance of human intervention in AI solutions is crucial for effective functioning and optimised outcomes. Strategic workforce upskilling is essential to building impactful AI-led solutions. Deploying this cutting-edge MIT Open Learning program through our upGrad partnership will strengthen our AI expertise that will define the next era of innovation,” said Gururaj Deshpande, Chief Delivery Officer, LTM.

“Providing upskilling opportunities in AI to employees in turn bridges capability gaps with the speed, scale, and precision. It builds a future-ready workforce that can develop innovative AI-led solutions for diverse industries, with social and economic impact in mind. At upGrad Enterprise, we bring our deep expertise in outcome-driven workforce development to build a powerful global skilled workforce, and we are very excited to partner with LTM to implement this,” said Ronnie Screwvala, Chairperson & Co-Founder, upGrad.

Delivered in cooperation with upGrad Enterprise, the program serves as the gateway for LTM employees to access MIT-tier expertise. upGrad Enterprise facilitates the deployment of these modules, enabling LTM to institutionalize AI fluency and build its organizational AI muscle at scale.

Upon completion, LTM employees will receive credentials from MIT Open Learning, certifying their recognised level of AI readiness and understanding of its first principles. 

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Ducon Technologies (“Ducon”), a global leader in high-efficiency air pollution control and infrastructure related technologies, today announced solutions for the escalating environmental and public health crisis caused by high-altitude missile interceptions in the ongoing conflict in Iran.

 

When an air defense system successfully intercepts a missile, the immediate reaction is one of relief. A fireball in the sky represents a catastrophe averted on the ground. However, as the smoke clears, a different kind of threat begins its slow descent. While we celebrate the “kinetic kill,” we often ignore the “chemical spill” happening miles above our heads. In the current conflict involving Iran, the sheer scale of these interceptions is turning the sky into a reservoir of long-term environmental hazards.

 

 

Many long-range ballistic systems use highly volatile, toxic liquid propellants as fuel. The primary culprit is hydrazine and its derivatives, paired with oxidizers like nitrogen tetroxide. Upon interception, a colorless mist, exceptionally toxic to human health is generated and then decomposes into Nitrogen Dioxide, the notorious reddish-brown gas that is a primary component of industrial smog.

 

 

Tactical missiles use solid fuel grains containing aluminum powder and ammonium perchlorate. An interception shatters this fuel, creating thousands of pounds of microscopic Alumina particles and Hydrogen Chloride gas causing a regional acid rain event. This acid mist is highly corrosive, presenting an immediate respiratory threat and contributing to the acidification of soil and water resources over a vast area.

 

 

Beyond the fuel propellants, the missile structure itself contains heavy metals—lead, mercury, and cadmium—essential for electronics and guidance. These metals are vaporized by the interception energy into ultra-fine “metallic dusts.” These dusts are potent neurotoxins that settle onto agricultural land and enter the food supply, presenting a severe risk to cognitive development, particularly in children.

 

 

While the immediate visible signs of interception disappear, the chemical fallout creates a legacy of environmental accumulation that can persist for decades as these chemicals settle into the groundwater and soil in the interception zones, significantly elevating the long-term risk of liver, lung, and kidney cancer.

 

 

“We are seeing a new type of industrial-scale pollution happening in our skies,” said Aron Govil, CEO of Ducon. “We have seen reports of a persistent, caustic, dark haze—the ‘death cloud’—forming over major urban centers like Tehran and Haifa following interception waves and they represent severe health risks that lead to long-term carcinogenic and neurological damage. At Ducon, we have the technology to address these toxins at the source of human exposure.”

 

 

Ducon offers a multi-layered approach to neutralizing the invisible fallout of missile destruction: (i) Ducon’s proprietary Wet Scrubbers are engineered to remove over 99.9% of gaseous pollutants such as Nitrogen Dioxide and Hydrochloric Acid mist before they can cause respiratory failure or turn into regional acid rain; (ii) Ducon’s Venturi Scrubbers and High-temperature Baghouses are designed to capture sub-micron particles of alumina, lead, cadmium, and mercury thus preventing them from entering the food chain or being inhaled by local populations. (iii) Ducon provides advanced sensor networks capable of detecting specific chemical signatures of missile propellants, allowing municipalities to issue health advisories and deploy targeted remediation strategies.

 

 

The regions under constant interception activity must be treated as complex, accumulating monitoring zones. Ducon advocates for the deployment of advanced, real-time air quality monitoring networks, specifically tuned to detect the subtle signatures of hydrazine and specific metallic nanoparticles. Furthermore, decontamination protocols and long-term medical registries for the population of these areas are no longer optional.

 

 

Aron Govil further said, “With over 30,000 installations worldwide and a history dating back to 1938, Ducon remains at the forefront of environmental protection. As the ‘chemical spill’ in the sky grows, Ducon is ready to partner with international relief organizations and governmental agencies to deploy mobile and permanent air quality solutions to protect the millions of citizens living in the shadow of modern conflict.”

 

 

“Our goal is to ensure that the air we breathe remains safe, even when our skies are under threat; Air defense protects us today; Ducon ensures we are healthy enough to see tomorrow,” continued Mr. Govil.

 

 

About Ducon Group

 

 

Ducon is a global technology, engineering and construction company specializing in environmental control technologies and material handling systems. With decades of experience and installations across multiple industries, Ducon provides innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability for its clients worldwide.

 

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

 

This release contains forward-looking statements, including expectations regarding technology development, market adoption, project pipeline, and financial impacts. Actual results may differ due to factors beyond the Company’s control. Ducon undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

 

 

 

 

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They say a true friend is someone who helps you grow, and in the world of international trade, few friendships are as fruitful as the one between India and Thailand. In a celebration of this enduring bond, Amit Lohani, the Founder Director of the Forum of Indian Food Importers (FIFI), was recently honored with the prestigious “Thailand’s Best Friend 2026” award. This accolade, presented by Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), recognizes Lohani’s tireless work in bringing the vibrant flavors of Thailand to Indian kitchens and dining tables.

A Global Stage for Local Impact

The award ceremony took place on March 11, 2026, against the bustling backdrop of THAIFEX – HOREC ASIA at Bangkok’s IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center. While 20 global leaders were recognized for their contributions to Thai trade, the spotlight on FIFI was particularly bright.

On behalf of the forum, Mr. Pankaj Singhal accepted the award on behalf of FIFI from Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, in the presence of Minister of Commerce Phumtham Wechayachai. The moment served as a testament to how FIFI—a non-profit voice for India’s food importers—has become a bridge between cultures and commerce.

Why This Matters

For Amit Lohani, this isn’t just another trophy for the shelf. It follows recent honors from the Australian and Italian governments, marking him as a key architect of India’s modern food landscape. As a “Friend of Thailand,” Lohani’s work goes beyond shipping crates. It’s about:

 * Navigating Regulations: Ensuring that high-quality Thai products meet India’s FSSAI standards.

 * Building Community: Supporting over 6,500 stakeholders and 1,600 brands globally.

 * Sustainable Growth: Aligning trade initiatives with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Indian government programs.

“I am deeply honored,” Lohani shared, “Echoing the Thailand Best Friend’s theme—’Once a Best Friend, Always a Partner’. This award reflects our commitment to making sure the Indian food business isn’t just growing, but thriving through high-quality, compliant, and diverse partnerships. Via FIFI we have supported over 6,500 stakeholders and 1,600 brands from more than 100 countries, fostering a vibrant food import ecosystem in India.”

A Growing Appetite for Collaboration

The sentiment is mutual. Suchira Panchana, Director of the Thai Trade Centre, noted that Lohani’s contributions have been “exemplary,” citing his dedication to the entire food ecosystem as a defining factor in their success within India.

Through FIFI’s advocacy and Lohani’s vision, the “Land of Smiles” and the “Land of Spices” are closer than ever—proving that in the world of food, the best ingredient is a great partner.

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The Kitsault Energy (KE) project, a proposed large-scale energy infrastructure initiative that is 13 years in the making, aims to support India’s growing energy demand while contributing to long-term environmental and economic objectives.

 

The project is centered on the development of dual pipeline systems to transport a range of resources—natural gas, crude oil, propane, butane, potash, uranium, and agricultural commodities—from Canada to India via Kitsault, a privately owned port and logistics hub in northwest British Columbia. The integrated infrastructure model is intended to address and provide solutions for some of India’s energy demands and environmental challenges.

 

 

Over the past decade, the KE project has been presented to several major Indian energy companies, including ONGC, GAIL, Petronet LNG, and Indian Oil. While discussions have taken place, no formal partnerships have been established to date.

 

 

India’s continued economic growth and industrial expansion are driving increased demand for reliable energy sources. Recent shortages of LPG, propane, and butane across India have impacted manufacturing and small businesses, forcing many to scale back operations or shut down entirely, disrupting daily life for citizens. Yet India has had multiple opportunities to avert this disaster, which is now compounded by the continued devaluation of the Indian rupee against major global currencies, including the US dollar.

 

 

The KE project addresses these gaps by providing a stable, long-term supply of key energy resources. In 2016, KE’s president, Krishnan Suthanthiran, met with government officials and Indian Oil’s CEO to address this issue and advocate for the KE project, meeting with little success. He also cautioned that the Petronas LNG project—in which Indian Oil held a 10% equity stake—would fail. This prediction proved accurate when Petronas canceled its LNG project and Indian Oil lost nearly $500 million.

 

 

International interest in the KE project has grown, with discussions extending beyond India to other global stakeholders. However, engagement within India remains limited despite the project’s alignment with national priorities around energy security and sustainability.

 

 

The project continues to be independently funded and advanced, with a focus on establishing strategic partnerships to enable execution. Stakeholders across government, industry, and infrastructure sectors are encouraged to evaluate the KE project’s potential as part of a comprehensive approach to meeting India’s future energy needs.

 

 

 

 

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