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RSB Group, one of India’s leading automotive and non-automotive component manufacturers, successfully hosted the fourth edition of its flagship initiative, the Ek Pahal Annual Day, under the powerful theme “Ek Pahal Sapno Se Aage” (Beyond Dreams).   RSB Group Celebrates 4th Edition of ‘Ek Pahal’ Annual Day The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Mr. S.K. Behera, Vice Chairman, RSB Group, along with family members Mrs. Sangeeta Behera and Mrs. Nalini Behera, whose presence added great significance to the celebration. The celebration marked a major milestone as the Ek Pahal community grew significantly larger this year, warmly welcoming over 200 women employees from Setco into the RSB Parivar. The event brought together female employees from Jamshedpur and all other RSB centres across India. The highlight of the day was an enriching and deeply inspiring round-table panel discussion. Trailblazers from diverse fields, Dr. Rekha Panda, Ms Singo Mardi, Mrs Leena Adesara, and Ms Deboshri Dutta shared their profound life experiences. The discussion focused on the hard work, passion and commitment required to turn big ambitions into daily actions, offering the audience a masterclass on how to translate raw dreams into concrete reality. These powerful stories deeply moved the audience, inspiring all the female employees to not just dream big, but to chase those goals with unwavering grit and determination. The celebrations also featured some mesmerising cultural performances by RSB employees. Through creative storytelling, music, and dance, the performers brought immense emotion and vibrant life to the stage, beautifully mirroring the spirit of the movement. Sharing his pride on the occasion, Mr. S.K. Behera, Vice Chairman, RSB Group, “At RSB, our philosophy is simple: talent and excellence have no gender. Our approach remains strictly gender-neutral, focusing entirely on merit and capability. However, for potential to truly flourish, the environment must be right. We stand absolutely committed to creating a safe, respectful, and deeply inclusive workspace where our women colleagues feel empowered to step out, break barriers, and confidently march toward their highest aspirations.“   Launched four years ago under the leadership of Ms. Nirmala Behera, Ek Pahal has matured from a heartfelt internal initiative into a massive, transformative movement. Operating through four core pillars – Health & Hygiene, Safety, Learning & Development, and Community Service; the ecosystem continues to drive structural, holistic growth both within the organization and the wider community. Reflecting on the evolution of the initiative and this year’s theme, Ms. Nirmala Behera, Executive Director, HR & Branding, RSB Group, said, “Our theme this year, ‘EK Pahal- Sapno Se Aage’, is a powerful reminder that dreams are merely the starting line. Real empowerment begins when we move past the stage of just wishing for equality and step into the reality of executing those dreams with our own hands. I am immensely proud of our teams; the work done across our four pillars is no longer just reflected in dashboards, but lives in the daily confidence, resilience, and growth of our women colleagues.” The event concluded with a strong focus on future impact, recognizing outstanding contributions from the past year. The Community Initiative Pillar leaders were awarded the top honours for leading projects with deep social impact, while the Health & Hygiene Pillar leader was recognised as the runner-up for setting exceptional operational benchmarks. With this fourth edition of Ek Pahal annual day celebration, RSB Group strongly reaffirms its commitment to building a purpose-driven corporate culture where individual dreams are nurtured into collective milestones, setting a benchmark for the manufacturing industry at large.

The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) is all set to host the 20th edition of India’s premier marketing conference, Marketing Conclave (MarCon), co-powered by Google, on August 4-5, 2026, at Taj Lands End, Mumbai 2026. The conclave will bring together founders, CMOs, brand leaders, marketers, technology innovators, and media professionals to discuss the latest trends, technologies and ideas shaping the evolving marketing landscape.   IAMAI to host the 20th edition of India’s premier marketing conference – MarCon, co-powered by Google, on August 4-5, 2026, at Taj Lands End, Mumbai   With artificial intelligence redefining every stage of the marketing lifecycle, MarCon 2026 will explore how organisations are building AI-first marketing functions, adapting to the new search and discovery ecosystem, leveraging AI-enabled media planning, rethinking marketing measurement, and balancing AI-driven efficiency with creativity, trust and responsible innovation. Featuring keynote addresses, fireside chats, panel discussions, masterclasses and networking sessions, the conference will offer practical perspectives from leaders shaping the future of media and marketing.   Marketing Conclave 2026 will host industry leaders and experts, including Priya Choudhary, Director, Business Solutions & Insights, Google; Siddharth Shekhar, Director – Govt. & PSUs, BFSI, Fintech, Education & Auto, Google; Pushkar Gupte – Head of Industry, CPG, Google; Vinay Bhartia, Director Enterprise, MEA + West Asia @ Semrush (An Adobe Co); Shwetha Iyer, SVP & Head of Marketing; Kissht, Aditya Das, Director, Head of Growth & Omnichannel Marketing, Cipla; Siddharth Bajaj, Chief Marketing Officer, Dr Batra’s Healthcare; Jahid Ahmed, Senior Vice President and Head Digital Acquisition, HDFC Bank; Priyanka Shah, Head of Digital Marketing, Bajaj Auto, and Somnath Mukherjee, and Head of Programmatic and Performance Marketing, Reliance Retail.   Among other key discourses to be discussed at the conference are leveraging data and technology to deliver personalised customer experiences, the rise of creator-led commerce, changing consumer behaviour, the future of media, and strategies for taking Indian brands to global audiences. The conclave will also explore how marketers can build trust, drive measurable business outcomes and prepare for an increasingly AI-driven ecosystem.   Among the partners of Marketing Conclave 2026 are Affinity Global Advertising, Consumr.ai, Connect Network, DoubleTick, Google, Helo.ai, mFilterIt, PubLive, Vonage, BC Web Wise, LS Digital, Truecaller, and Semrush (An Adobe Company) and many more.   To register for Marketing Conclave 2026 or learn more, please visit: www.marketingconclave.com   About Internet and Mobile Association of India The Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) is a not-for-profit industry body with more than 800 members, including Indian and multinational corporations, as well as start-ups. IAMAI has been instrumental in shaping India’s digital economy. IAMAI advocates free and fair competition, and progressive and enabling laws for businesses as well as for consumers. The overarching objective of IAMAI is to ensure the progress of the internet and the digital economy. Its major areas of activities are public policy and advocacy, business to business conferences, research, promotion of start-ups and promotion of consumer trust and safety. 

Galgotias University hosted the 24th Youth Uttar Pradesh Basketball Championship 2026 from July 22 to 28, bringing together around 800 athletes from across the state for seven days of competition. Organised in association with the Uttar Pradesh Basketball Association, the championship featured 56 teams, comprising 33 boys’ teams and 23 girls’ teams.    The action-packed basketball championship at Galgotias University brought together 800 athletes representing 56 teams from across Uttar Pradesh The championship formed part of Galgotias University’s focus on integrating sport with academic and personal development. The University provides students with access to training, coaching, sports infrastructure, and competitive opportunities alongside their academic programmes. This approach supports physical well-being and helps students develop discipline, teamwork, decision-making, leadership, and the ability to perform under pressure. The basketball championship followed the University’s recent success at the first World Yogasana Championship 2026, where Galgotias University students secured five gold medals. The two developments represent different aspects of the University’s sports programme – preparing its students for national and international competitions and providing the infrastructure required to host large state-level tournaments. Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotias University, said, “Sport is an important part of education because it develops discipline, resilience, teamwork, and responsibility. Our objective is to ensure that students have access to the facilities, coaching, and competitive exposure required to develop their abilities. Hosting this championship, along with the recent achievement of five gold medals by our students at the World Yogasana Championship, reflects the importance we place on holistic student development.” The closing ceremony was attended by Mr. Dileep Singh, Honorary General Secretary, Uttar Pradesh Basketball Association, as Chief Guest, and Mr. R. S. Bedi, Vice-President, Uttar Pradesh Basketball Association, as Guest of Honour. Mr. Bedi appreciated Galgotias University for providing well-maintained sporting facilities and an organised competitive environment for the 56 participating teams. He noted that tournaments of this scale give young athletes sustained match exposure, help them improve their skills, and prepare them for higher levels of basketball. He also encouraged students to participate regularly in sports to develop discipline, teamwork, and leadership. In the girls’ championship, Bulandshahr won the title, Meerut finished as runner-up, and Agra secured third place. Deepika Chauhan of Agra, Jersey No. 08, was named Best Player, while Sadhana of Bulandshahr, Jersey No. 13, received the Emerging Player Award. In the boys’ championship, Meerut won the championship trophy, Triple Tec finished as runner-up, and Gautam Buddh Nagar secured third place. Tejas of Meerut, Jersey No. 07, was named Best Player, while Vedant Sidh of Gautam Buddh Nagar, Jersey No. 10, received the Emerging Player Award. The championship provided young athletes with sustained competitive exposure and opportunities to play against teams representing different districts and sporting institutions. It also enabled coaches and officials to assess emerging basketball talent across the boys’ and girls’ categories. About Galgotias University Galgotias University is one of India’s leading multidisciplinary universities recognised for academic excellence, research, innovation, global collaborations, and industry aligned education. With a vibrant student community of over 50,000 learners and a global alumni network of more than 100,000 graduates, the University has built a rapidly growing ecosystem focused on technology, entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary learning, and real-world impact. In the QS World University Rankings 2027 by Quacquarelli Symonds, Galgotias University was placed in the 1201-1400 global band and ranked 16th among private universities and 46th among all universities in India. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, the University was placed in the 1201-1500 global band and ranked 27th among private universities and 65th among all universities in India. The University is also accredited with NAAC A+, one of India’s highest institutional quality ratings. Galgotias University offers programmes across engineering, artificial intelligence, computer science, semiconductors, business, law, media, design, health sciences, hospitality, liberal education, and emerging interdisciplinary domains. In 2026, students secured more than 5,500 job offers from over 1,250 recruiters. The University has built strong industry and innovation partnerships with organisations including Apple, Infosys, IBM, Intel, Cisco, Tata Technologies, L&T EduTech, Capgemini, and Salesforce, while continuing to strengthen its global academic engagement and startup ecosystem.

The Family Office Summit 2026, hosted by VCCircle at the Taj Lands End, Mumbai, concluded successfully today, capping off a day-long edition that reaffirmed its position as one of India’s most closely watched gatherings for family office leaders, promoters, and regulators. The summit drew strong participation from India’s most influential single-family and multi-family investment platforms, institutional allocators, and policymakers, with attendees engaging in sustained, substantive discussion across every session of the day.   The Family Office Summit 2026 saw participation from India’s influential single-family and multi-family investment platforms, institutional allocators, and policymakers   Across more than a dozen sessions, the summit delivered on its promise of candid, practitioner-led conversation, moving well past surface-level commentary into the real tensions shaping Indian family wealth today: generational succession and governance, public and private market allocation strategy, the case for real assets, the shift of single-family offices into institutional AIF-style platforms, regulatory oversight, offshore jurisdiction, and the professionalisation of family office philanthropy. Feedback from attendees and speakers alike pointed to the depth and specificity of the discussions as a standout of this year’s edition.   The edition was made possible by the continued support of its partners: IDFC FIRST Bank as Title Partner, GRIP Invest as Powering Partner, and the National Stock Exchange as Exchange Partner. SKEGEN joined as Strategic Capital Partner, alongside Session Partners Gaja Capital, Kroll, Multi-Act and Choice Wealth, Supporting Partners Steadview, Auraska Wealth and Naik Naik and Company, and Beverage Partner Tribe.   Sessions through the day featured family office CIOs, promoters, next-generation stewards, and regulators including SEBI and IFSCA, whose perspectives anchored a wide-ranging agenda, from the generational tension between capital preservation and growth ambition, to the evolving case for real assets, the maturing private markets playbook, and the shift of single-family offices into institutional, AIF-style platforms.   Organiser Perspectives “The success of the VCCircle Family Office Summit 2026 is a testament to the strength and dynamism of India’s private capital ecosystem. For nearly twenty years, VCCircle has been committed to bringing together the people, ideas and insights that shape this industry. We thank all our delegates, partners and speakers for their trust and participation, and we look forward to continuing our journey of building India’s most trusted platform for private markets,” said Paras Kaushik, CHRO & CIO | Head, Events, IPs and VCCircle, HT Media Group. “The phenomenal response to the VCCircle Family Office Summit 2026 reaffirmed a core shift: Indian family offices have evolved far beyond informal wealth desks into sophisticated institutional players.   The deep dives into AIF conversions, GIFT City, regulatory foresight, and impact philanthropy showcased an ecosystem that is rapidly professionalizing on its own terms. We are immensely proud to convene this powerful community and deeply grateful to our partners and speakers for delivering such a substantive, landmark event,” said Sahil Yadav, CFA, Business Head, VCCircle. Voices from the Summit “The biggest shift I see in India’s family office ecosystem is the broader involvement of family members across generations. Earlier, family offices were largely led by the patriarch, but today we are seeing the second generation, women in the family, and younger members taking a more active role. They are more aware, more engaged, and are looking beyond the core family business to diversify across products, geographies, international investments, and new asset classes. At the same time, family offices are becoming more institutional in their approach. The focus is no longer limited to investments alone; families are also looking closely at governance, professionalisation, succession planning, and building stronger structures for the future,” said Sreedhar KV, Chief Financial Officer, Nilekani Family Office “Alternate asset investing in India is no longer an alternative; it has become mainstream and increasingly essential. For long-term capital to create alpha beyond public market returns, family offices need a well-defined private markets strategy. A disciplined private market playbook rests on three key pillars: asset allocation and diversification, a robust risk and governance framework, and a clear exit and liquidity strategy.   Family offices need strong alignment between LPs and GPs on how capital is deployed across public markets, private markets, venture capital, real estate, and other asset classes. They must also evaluate whether geographic diversification is relevant, even as India remains a large, growing, and relatively resilient economy. Finally, liquidity planning is critical. Whether investing with a long-term or shorter-term lens, family offices must ensure periodic liquidity and maintain adequate dry powder to capitalise on dislocations and emerging opportunities across asset classes,” said Shishir Srivastava, Director, Premji Invest.   About the Summit The Family Office Summit 2026 was organised by VCCircle, a part of HT Media Group, as part of its portfolio of flagship events serving India’s private capital ecosystem. The summit convened family office principals, CIOs, promoters, institutional investors, regulators and advisors for a day of panel discussions, fireside chats and special addresses on the themes shaping the future of private wealth in India.   For more information on the Family Office Summit and future editions, visit events.vccircle.com/FamilyOfficeSummit2026.

Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) commenced the three-day International Conference on Advances in Computational Intelligence for Fluid and Fuzzy Systems (ACIFFS-2026) on Wednesday at the Smt. Sharda Pai Auditorium. Organised by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, the conference is being held in association with IIT Guwahati, the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST), Tanzania, and the African Mathematical Union (AMU), with financial support from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).   Prof. Verdiana Grace Masanja of NM-AIST, Tanzania is felicitated by Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, Pro President, Manipal University Jaipur   The inaugural ceremony featured eminent academicians from across the globe. Renowned researcher Prof. Ali J. Chamkha of Kuwait College of Science and Technology joined virtually as the Chief Guest, while Prof. Verdiana Grace Masanja of NM-AIST, Tanzania, attended as the Guest of Honour. The event was also graced by Prof. Swaroop Nandan Bora of IIT Guwahati and Cdr. (Dr.) Anil Rana, Pro President, Manipal University Jaipur, along with distinguished researchers, faculty members and students.   Addressing the gathering, the speakers highlighted the transformative role of computational intelligence, artificial intelligence and mathematical sciences in solving complex scientific and engineering challenges. They emphasised the need for interdisciplinary research and stronger international collaborations to advance innovation and sustainable development.   A highlight of the inaugural ceremony was the release of the ACIFFS-2026 Conference Souvenir, which features the conference theme, scientific programme, messages from dignitaries and details of participating researchers and invited speakers.   Presenting the conference overview, Prof. Reema Jain, Program Chair of ACIFFS-2026, said the conference received an overwhelming response from the global research community, with 645 abstracts submitted from across the world. Following a rigorous peer-review process, 300 high-quality research papers were selected for oral presentation during the three-day conference.   The inaugural session witnessed enthusiastic participation from researchers, academicians, industry professionals and students from India and abroad, reaffirming the growing global interest in computational intelligence and fuzzy systems.   The conference underscores Manipal University Jaipur’s commitment to fostering world-class research, encouraging interdisciplinary innovation and strengthening international academic partnerships. The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Dr. Abdul Haseeb Ganie, Convener of ACIFFS-2026.   To know more about Manipal University Jaipur please visit jaipur.manipal.edu

​Delivers CRI >90 for accurate, true-to-life colour rendering Backed by EyeComfort Technology, engineered to reduce flicker for enhanced visual comfort Available in 12W LED Lamp, 25 & 30W batten, & two desk lamps (Skyy & Orbit) designed for everyday home and study lighting needs   Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the launch of the Philips FocusGlow range – a lighting solution built for the hours people spend reading, studying and working under artificial light. FocusGlow pairs high colour accuracy with reduced-flicker performance, giving everyday spaces a more comfortable, dependable source of light.   Introducing the Philips FocusGlow range, engineered with EyeComfort Technology and CRI >90 for true-to-life colour accuracy, reduced flicker, and everyday visual comfort   As more consumers spend longer hours at home reading, studying or working under artificial light, the demand for lighting that reduces eye strain without sacrificing brightness or colour quality continues to grow. The Philips FocusGlow range is designed to meet this need, offering a dependable lighting solution for households seeking comfort-led, everyday illumination.   Commenting on the launch, C Arun Kumar, Head of Consumer Business, Signify Greater India said, “At Signify, we design every product around how people actually experience light in their daily lives. With Philips FocusGlow, we’re bringing together accurate colour rendering and meaningful eye comfort, so that whether someone is reading, studying or working at their desk, the light around them supports their eyes instead of straining them.”   True colour, where it matters most FocusGlow’s CRI >90 (Colour Rendering Index) keeps colours looking natural with less strain on the eyes a real advantage for reading, studying and any close-up work where getting eye comfort actually matters.   Comfort built for long hours The lamp runs on Signify’s EyeComfort Technology, engineered to reduce flicker during extended use. That makes it a practical pick for students, professionals and households looking to cut down on visual fatigue over long stretches of near work.   The Philips FocusGlow range is available in a 12W LED Lamp, 25 & 30W Batten & two desk lamps (Skyy & Orbit), sized for general home and study lighting. With the launch of the Philips FocusGlow 12W LED Lamp, Signify reinforces its commitment to designing lighting solutions that prioritise everyday wellness, supporting consumers in creating healthier, more comfortable spaces for reading, studying and work at home.   About Signify   Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) is the world leader in lighting for professionals and consumers. We proudly bring to market the world’s best lighting brands, from Signify, Philips, Philips Hue, Signify Interact, Philips Dynalite, Color Kinetics and many more. Our advanced products, connected systems and services unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. In 2025, we had sales of EUR 5.8 billion, approximately 27,000 employees, and a presence in over 70 markets. We are in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and hold the EcoVadis Platinum rating.  News and updates from Signify can be found in the Newsroom, on LinkedIn and Instagram. Information for investors is located on the Investor Relations page.

For a long time, the riskiest part of buying a used car was that you were mostly buying on gut feel. You trusted the seller, or the dealer, or a relative who knew engines. The Gears of Growth 2025 report shows that trust is now being outsourced to a process. Over 1.7 lakh Indians looked up pre-delivery inspection in 2025, enough for the report to call PDI mainstream.   The report puts it inside a larger change it describes plainly: search behaviour has moved beyond features and price, toward inspections and trust signals. Buyers are no longer only asking what a car costs or what features it has. They want to know how they get the quality checked professionally.   What is a pre-delivery inspection (PDI) for a used car? For a used-car buyer, a pre-delivery inspection (PDI) is a structured assessment of the vehicle before completing the purchase or taking delivery. A trained evaluator goes over the car against a fixed checklist, covering the body, engine, transmission, electricals, tyres, brakes and paperwork, and produces a documented assessment of the car’s condition at the time of inspection. . On a platform like Cars24, the inspection is done before the car is even listed. Separately, if you are buying from a dealer or a private seller, you can book a PDI on that specific car and have an expert inspect it for you. The point is simple – a PDI replaces a stranger’s word with a documented assessment.   This is why the search interest is telling. A used car buyer looking up PDI is a buyer who has decided that personal assurance is not enough on a purchase of this size. That is a real change in behaviour, and the report ties it to the same forces reshaping the rest of the market: certified inspections, transparent pricing and digital discovery giving people confidence they did not have a few years ago.   Why did buyers stop trusting the parking-lot check? Two things pushed inspection into the mainstream. The first is money. As new car prices climb, more first-time buyers are spending a serious share of their savings on a used car, and a bigger cheque makes people careful. The second is that the internet gave them somewhere to take that caution. The report finds that family and peer recommendations still matter, but buyers now verify them through reviews, videos and experts rather than taking them at face value.   Video does much of that verification. The report singles out YouTube as the platform playing the credibility role, shaping decisions through detailed reviews and ownership content. Someone can now watch an expert tear down the exact model they are considering, learn what tends to go wrong with it, and then go looking for an inspection that checks those specific things. Research and inspection have become one continuous habit.   What can a PDI catch, and what can it not? This is where honesty matters, because an inspection is a powerful tool but not a magic one. A thorough PDI can identify many of the common mechanical, cosmetic and documentation issues that buyers may otherwise miss. It will not promise you a car that never breaks down.   Pre-delivery inspection (PDI) The 1.7 lakh research figure is from the Cars24 x Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 Report. The inspection scope above is general guidance for buyers.   A PDI sharply lowers the odds of an unpleasant surprise, and it gives you a documented condition report you can hold the seller to. It does not remove risk entirely, which is why a written warranty or return window still matters alongside it. A buyer who understands both halves of that is far harder to mislead than one who treats the inspection stamp as the end of the conversation.   How much does a PDI cost, and can you book one on any car? If you are one of those 1.7 lakh buyers, the practical question is where to get a PDI done. Cars24 runs a pre-delivery inspection service for exactly this: an expert comes to the car you are considering, whether it is with a dealer or a private seller, runs a 300 point mechanical, electrical and legal check, and gives you a digital condition report before you pay.   Because no inspection can promise a car will never fail, CarTruth backs its report with a Rs. 50,000 Moneyback Promise, so the risk of a missed fault does not sit entirely on the buyer. That is the difference between an inspection you read as advice and one you can actually rely on: the report, plus something standing behind it.   What this means for how India buys used cars The 1.7 lakh figure is small next to the size of the market, and that is the point. It is early. Inspection research is where colour preference or fuel choice was a few years ago, a habit forming in the more informed corner of the market and spreading outward. The direction is not in doubt. Every year more buyers arrive expecting to verify a car before they trust it, and the sellers and platforms that make verification easy are the ones those buyers will choose.   The parking-lot uncle is not out of a job. He has just been joined by a checklist, a condition report and a YouTube playlist, and between them they have made the Indian used car buyer a good deal harder to fool.

The Department of Pharmacy, Galgotias University, in collaboration with the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi, organised a Faculty Development Workshop on “PCI Regulations, Competency-Based Curriculum and Best Practices in Pharmacy Education.”   The workshop brought together pharmacy educators, academicians and professionals from institutions across the country to examine the future of pharmacy education. The programme focused on the revised B. Pharm Curriculum (2026), competency-based learning, Outcome-Based Education, emerging technologies and alignment with the National Education Policy 2020.   PCI & Galgotias University host a Faculty Development Workshop on the revised B. Pharm Curriculum 2026 – advancing competency based pharmacy education in India   The discussions underscored the growing need for pharmacy education to move beyond conventional knowledge-based instruction and equip graduates with professional competence, ethical judgment, adaptability and the ability to respond to the evolving needs of healthcare, research and the pharmaceutical industry.   Dr. Montu M. Patel, Hon’ble President, Pharmacy Council of India said, “The revised B. Pharm Curriculum marks a significant step in making the pharmacy education much more impactful and practice oriented. Our focus must be on developing graduates who can apply their knowledge with competence, integrity and confidence. By embracing learner-centric education, emerging technologies and industry-academia engagement, institutions can prepare pharmacy professionals who are ready to contribute at national and global levels.”   Shri Suneel Galgotia, Hon’ble Chancellor, Galgotias University said, “The transformation of pharmacy education is fundamental to the future of healthcare in India. The revised B. Pharm Curriculum provides an important opportunity to move beyond knowledge-based instruction towards education that develops professional competence, ethical judgment, innovation and a strong sense of responsibility to society. This forward-looking approach will help nurture pharmacists who can contribute meaningfully to healthcare, research and the pharmaceutical industry at national and global levels.”   The workshop also explored the growing influence of artificial intelligence and digital technologies, innovative teaching and assessment practices, and the importance of connecting academic learning with professional practice. It provided a platform for educators to engage with the broader changes shaping pharmacy education and consider how institutions can prepare graduates for an increasingly complex healthcare environment.   The workshop highlighted the focus of the Pharmacy Council of India and Galgotias University on improving the quality and relevance of pharmacy education. It emphasised preparing graduates with the knowledge, practical competencies and professional values required in healthcare and pharmacy practice.   About Galgotias University Galgotias University is one of India’s leading multidisciplinary universities recognised for academic excellence, research, innovation, global collaborations, and industry aligned education. With a vibrant student community of over 50,000 learners and a global alumni network of more than 100,000 graduates, the University has built a rapidly growing ecosystem focused on technology, entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary learning, and real-world impact.   In the QS World University Rankings 2027 by Quacquarelli Symonds, Galgotias University was placed in the 1201-1400 global band and ranked 16th among private universities and 46th among all universities in India. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, the University was placed in the 1201-1500 global band and ranked 27th among private universities and 65th among all universities in India. The University is also accredited with NAAC A+, one of India’s highest institutional quality ratings.   Galgotias University offers programmes across engineering, artificial intelligence, computer science, semiconductors, business, law, media, design, health sciences, hospitality, liberal education, and emerging interdisciplinary domains. In 2026, students secured more than 5,500 job offers from over 1,250 recruiters. The University has built strong industry and innovation partnerships with organisations including Apple, Infosys, IBM, Intel, Cisco, Tata Technologies, L&T EduTech, Capgemini, and Salesforce, while continuing to strengthen its global academic engagement and startup ecosystem.

Earthquakes are among the greatest global challenges for the safety of structures. Existing buildings constructed before the introduction of modern earthquake standards are particularly vulnerable, as they are often unable to withstand seismic loads. This raises an urgent question: how can such buildings be retrofitted to improve their earthquake resistance? Unternehmensgruppe fischer and Purdue University (USA) carried out full-scale tests on reinforced concrete structures. These tests enabled the definition of new approaches for the seismic retrofitting of existing buildings.   fischer earthquake-proof retrofitting test   The earth is a dynamic planet; it rotates, orbits the sun and is always in a tumultuous state under the surface. Approximately 500,000 earthquakes are registered across the globe every year (source: US Geological Survey (USGS)). Regions in the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Himalayas, the Mediterranean, Central America and the Caribbean are particularly at risk due to regular tectonic movement. However, human activity, such as the extraction of oil and gas, fracking, geothermal drilling and the construction of large reservoirs, can also trigger seismic activity. When building structures in regions prone to earthquakes, structural designers and engineers must not only ensure the building’s load-bearing capacity, but also guarantee that non-load-bearing components don’t fail or fall down, such as pipes, cables, suspended ceilings, cable runs, air conditioning units or facades. However, many of those who live in seismic areas live in existing buildings that were built before modern earthquake standards were introduced. These buildings are often unable to withstand seismic activity.   Full-scale earthquake tests The fixing specialist fischer and one of its partner universities, Purdue University, therefore carried out a large-scale research project. An innovative solution for retrofitted seismic structural reinforcement was verified through extensive tests on full scale reinforced concrete structures. The behaviour of beam column joints was of particular interest to the researchers. “These node points in supporting structures are subjected to particularly high stresses and significant force caused by horizontal loading during an earthquake”, explains Dr Margaritis Tonidis, a former PhD Candidate at Purdue University and leading Project Engineer of the project. These joints represent critical points of the supporting structure. If they fail, the entire system can collapse.   New reinforcement solution for beam-column joints A system consisting of bonded anchors and haunch elements was successfully tested for the retrofitting of beam-column joints, using fischer injection mortar in combination with threaded rods. The bonded anchor system barely deforms under loading and can reliably absorb and transfer forces, ensuring that the haunch retrofit solution can efficiently protect the joints under seismic stress. This results in a safe and controlled load-bearing behaviour, even in the event of an earthquake. The reinforcement solution modifies the force flow between the beam and column. Loads acting on the joint area are redistributed into adjacent structural elements. Defined failure mechanisms prevent the system from collapsing entirely.   “The injection mortar proved to be a highly reliable adhesive anchor for post-installed strengthening even under very high seismic demands and led to achieving ground breaking results during the tests”, emphasises Prof Akanshu Sharma, Associate Professor at Purdue University and former Endowed Professor at the Institute of Materials Science at the University of Stuttgart. “We were able to demonstrate a significantly improved performance of the strengthened structure under seismic loading”. During the comparative test, the structural system without strengthening demonstrated major damages in beam-column joints, while the structure strengthened with the fischer system displayed superior performance. “The fischer bonded anchor system can also be installed while the building is in use, without causing any major interruption,”Prof Sharma adds.   “The project was a fantastic and unique opportunity to review and test the results and concepts we gained in our previous research under realistic conditions,” emphasises Dr Erik Johannes Stehle, Head of Development FiXperience at fischer. “This once again demonstrated that the success of a seismic reinforcement solution such as this highly depends on the performance of the anchorage. This is where our bonded anchor system was able to achieve impressive results at both the structural level and within the beam-column joints, demonstrating high rigidity and low deformation at high-load levels.”   International research partnerships drive innovation Dr Erik Stehle emphasises, “We need international research collaboration. By communicating with each other, we gain inspiration, ideas and impetus for new innovations while strengthening our position as a global innovator.” Prof Sharma meanwhile highlights the importance of international cooperation between the scientific community and businesses, “At Purdue University, we’re proud to have already conducted several groundbreaking research projects with the fischer Group of Companies, including the world’s first seismic test using full-scale structures with a post-installed reinforcement solution for joints with haunch elements.” This successful scientific validation is now being translated into practical application for existing buildings. The results offer hope: they show that realistic and affordable ways exist to make older buildings more resilient – and thereby save lives and protect infrastructure in the event of an earthquake.   Commenting on the significance of this innovation for India, Mayank Kalra, Managing Director, fischer India, said, “India is among the fastest-growing infrastructure markets in the world and has several regions that are vulnerable to seismic activity. While modern construction follows advanced earthquake-resistant design standards, strengthening existing buildings remains equally important. This validated seismic retrofitting solution demonstrates how innovative fixing technologies can enhance structural safety, extend the life of existing infrastructure and contribute to more resilient cities.   At fischer India, we are committed to bringing globally proven engineering solutions to the Indian market and supporting safer, more sustainable infrastructure development.”