Velmenni Raises INR 30 Crore to Scale Light-Based Wireless Connectivity

New Delhi, Mar 17: Velmenni, a deep-tech pioneer in light-based wireless communication, today announced a ₹30 crore (approx. USD 3.3Mn) Pre-Series A funding round. The round was led by pi Ventures, with participation from other investors like MountTech Growth Fund-Kavachh and Apekso. Velmenni has developed high-capacity backhaul and alternative last-mile…

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Department of Posts Launches ‘24 Speed Post’ for Next-Day Guaranteed Delivery in Six Cities

New Delhi, March 17: The Department of Posts has launched ‘24 Speed Post’, a next-day guaranteed delivery service designed for urgent and time-sensitive consignments. The service was formally launched on March 17, 2026, at the Rangbhawan Auditorium in Akashwani Bhawan. The launch ceremony was attended by Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union…

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India’s Total Exports Reach USD790.86 Billion in April–February FY26, Register 5.79 percent Growth

New Delhi, March 17: India’s cumulative exports of merchandise and services during April–February 2025–26 are estimated at US$ 790.86 billion, compared to US$ 747.58 billion during the same period in 2024–25, registering a growth of 5.79 percent, according to the latest trade data. The cumulative value of merchandise exports during…

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Manchester, Dubai and Channel Islands based firms achieve CISI Chartered Firm™ status

Showcasing its global breadth, the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is delighted to confirm Manchester based Depledge Strategic Wealth Management, Jersey and Guernsey based Titan Wealth (CI) and Dubai based Abacus Financial Consultants LLC have all achieved CISI Chartered Firm™ status. CISI Chartered Firm™ status is awarded when a financial services firm demonstrates…

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GAIL Wins Top Honours Across HR, Finance and Communications at Governance Now 12th PSU Awards

New Delhi, Mar 16th: GAIL (India) Limited has been honoured with multiple accolades at the Governance Now 12th PSU Awards held in New Delhi. The recognitions were conferred across the key domains of Human Resources, Finance, and Communication & Brand Management, reflecting the organisation’s sustained commitment to excellence, innovation, and impactful leadership across its core functional areas. In the Human Resources category,…

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JK Lakshmi Cement becomes the principal sponsor for the Rajasthan Royals in 2026 Cricket League season

Mumbai, Mar 16th:  JK Lakshmi Cement Limited, one of India’s biggest cement companies, said today that it will be the Principal Sponsor of the Rajasthan Royals for the 2026 season. The brand is back and the two organisations with roots in Rajasthan are working together again. The deal says that the JK Lakshmi Cement logo will be very visible on the back of the Rajasthan Royals match jersey. During the entire season,…

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