Author: Deshwale Editorial Desk

Mumbai’s future housing landscape is set to witness a major transformation as redevelopment emerges as one of the key drivers shaping the city’s growth. With limited land availability, increasing population and rising demand for better living spaces, the city is moving towards reimagining existing neighbourhoods rather than only focusing on new construction. According to Knight Frank India, around 1,094 housing societies in Mumbai are currently under redevelopment, unlocking nearly 432 acres of land. These projects are expected to create around 59,000 new homes with an estimated value of nearly ₹1.5 lakh crore by 2031. The growing redevelopment trend reflects a…

American Express Banking Corp., India and the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) have announced a strategic partnership to provide exclusive cultural experiences to eligible American Express India Card Members. The collaboration aims to bring together art, entertainment, hospitality and premium experiences under one platform. As part of the partnership, American Express will become the Preferred Payments Partner of NMACC, allowing card members to enjoy special benefits including pre-sale access to selected performances, complimentary access to select cultural programmes, exclusive dining experiences and premium services. The partnership is expected to create new opportunities for audiences to engage with India’s rich…

India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has completed 10 years of transforming the country’s digital payments ecosystem, marking a decade of remarkable growth in transaction volume and value. Launched on August 25, 2016, by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), UPI has become the backbone of digital payments and a key driver of financial inclusion. According to the Union Finance Ministry, UPI’s annual transaction volume has grown from just 1.78 crore transactions in the financial year 2016-17 to more than 24,162 crore transactions in 2025-26. This represents an almost 13,000-fold increase over the past decade. The value of transactions has…

In a major move aimed at reducing academic stress among students and cracking down on misleading practices, the Maharashtra government has published the draft of the Maharashtra Private Coaching Centers (Registration and Regulation) Act. The proposed legislation targets private coaching institutes catering to more than 25 students and introduces some of the strictest operational guidelines in the country. Key Provisions of the Draft Law Impact and Penalties The proposed framework also mandates mental health support, mandatory fire safety compliance, and CCTV installation on premises. Institutes failing to comply face heavy monetary penalties ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹50 lakh depending…

At an age when many young people are still figuring out what they want to do in life, 19-year-old Kaziah Liz Mejo is already balancing law studies, modelling, performing arts and a growing pageant journey. On Sunday, August 23, the young woman from Mavelikkara, Kerala, added another major achievement to that journey. She was crowned Miss Universe India 2026 at the grand finale in Jaipur, emerging as the winner from a field of 52 finalists. For Kaziah, however, the crown did not arrive overnight. She has been building her confidence through pageants for several years. At 17, she won Miss…

A 25-year-old entrepreneur from a tier-2 city has surprised the internet after revealing how he built a net worth of around ₹1.6 crore through meme pages and online content. His journey, which started with freelancing at the age of 18, has now become an example of how digital platforms can create new-age business opportunities. The young entrepreneur shared his financial journey on Reddit, explaining how he built a digital media business by managing multiple meme and theme pages on social media. Over the years, his focus on content creation and disciplined investing helped him achieve financial stability at an early…

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has announced a series of welfare schemes, including free LPG cylinders for low-income families and expanded free bus travel benefits for women and transgender persons. Under the ‘Annapoorani Super Six’ scheme, families with an annual income below Rs 2.5 lakh will receive the cost of three LPG cylinders every year. The scheme will begin from Pongal 2027 and is expected to benefit around 1.30 crore families across Tamil Nadu. The cost of the three LPG cylinders will be directly transferred to the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries. The scheme is estimated to cost…

Ask a man in his thirties how he is doing, and you may often hear a familiar answer: “Bas theek hoon, chal raha hai.” Fine. Managing. For many men, these words have become an everyday way of describing life. But there is a positive change taking place. More Indian men are beginning to talk about stress, anxiety, pressure and emotional well-being. The idea that men must always appear strong is slowly giving way to a healthier understanding of what strength can mean. “Mard ko dard nahi hota” may be a popular film dialogue, but the idea behind it has existed…

Mumbai-based multi-specialty healthcare provider ABH Healthcare Limited has opened its initial public offering (IPO) for investors, with the company aiming to raise Rs 34.98 crore through the issue. The IPO opened on August 24 and will remain available for subscription until August 27. The company’s shares are proposed to be listed on the NSE SME platform, giving investors an opportunity to participate in the growth of a healthcare-focused business. The IPO price band has been fixed between Rs 96 and Rs 102 per share. The public issue comprises a fresh issuance of 34,29,600 equity shares. Investors can apply in lots…

Mumbai commuters will soon get a safer and more convenient walking route between Metro Line 3 and the Worli waterfront as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has approved a Rs 702.4 crore underground pedestrian link project. The 1.3-kilometre underground passage will connect the Nehru Science Centre Metro station on Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line) with the Worli Promenade and the upcoming landscaped garden. The passage will pass beneath the Mahalaxmi Racecourse area and Lala Lajpatrai Road. The new pedestrian link aims to improve last-mile connectivity for metro passengers by providing a direct route without the need to walk through busy…