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Parawheel Survey Predicts TVK as Third Major Force in Tamil Nadu Politics, after DMK and AIADMK

Parawheel, a tech-driven political intelligence research and election forecasting firm powered by KK Surveys & Strategies Pvt Ltd, has entered the Tamil Nadu political research landscape with a large-scale booth-level scientific opinion survey across all 234 Assembly constituencies in the state. Based on the survey conducted to date, covering over 70 lakh voters, the organisation’s preliminary findings project DMK with a 41.5% vote share, AIADMK with 36.2%, and TVK emerging as the third major political force with 13.6%, according to the current assessment.
 

Mr. Kiran Kondeti, CEO, Parawheel
 

Specialising in voter behaviour analysis, booth-level field research, and data-driven political intelligence, Parawheel has conducted large-scale opinion surveys across Tamil Nadu with a minimum sample size of around 30,000 respondents per constituency. Based on its preliminary election assessment and current survey findings, Parawheel’s early electoral projections indicate DMK at 41.5%, AIADMK at 36.2%, TVK at 13.6%, and NTK at 7.9% vote share in the upcoming election scenario in the state.

 

In Chennai, Parawheel’s survey findings indicate that TVK shows significant strength across several constituencies, emerging as the second strongest political force after DMK in many parts of the city. The data suggests that while DMK continues to hold the leading position in most constituencies, TVK has been gaining notable traction, particularly among youth and first-time voters, positioning it ahead of other parties in several urban segments of the Chennai region.

 

Speaking at the press conference, Mr Kiran Kondetti, CEO, Parawheel said, “Our research is focussed on voter sentiment studies across key regions including Chennai, Coimbatore, the Delta districts, and Southern, Northern, and Western Tamil Nadu, along with detailed analysis of caste coalitions, governance perception, and anti-incumbency trends. Our study examines the role of first-time voters, women voters, and swing constituencies in shaping electoral outcomes. A special area of analysis was done for TVK–Vijay factor, studying the transition of fan bases into voters, youth mobilisation, and its potential impact on the vote share of major parties such as DMK and AIADMK.”

 

“We have extended the war room model that is traditionally limited to party headquarters, to individual candidates through our ‘One Candidate – One War Room’ initiative. Under this model, we will provide dedicated campaign war rooms across all 234 Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu. These war rooms will deliver real-time voter data, booth analytics, and campaign strategy support to every registered candidate throughout the election period. Also, as part of our constituency-level political intelligence services, Parawheel can provide candidates with a database of a minimum of 5,000 neutral voters in each constituency. This will help candidates better understand swing voter segments and design targeted outreach strategies during election campaigns,” he added.

 

Furthermore, “At Parawheel, we have strong confidence in the credibility and accuracy of our research and data. If the projections or data provided to candidates are found to be inaccurate, or if there is a variation of more than 1% in the projections or data shared, the full amount paid by candidates who purchase the data will be refunded. This reflects our organisation’s commitment to transparency, reliability, and confidence in the scientific methodology behind our research,” he said.

 

From Andhra Pradesh to Maharashtra- Parawheel’s Proven Accuracy in Major Election Predictions

 

In the 2019 Andhra Pradesh Assembly Elections, Parawheel accurately forecast electoral trends ahead of the results.

 

In the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly Elections, it precisely predicted the sweeping victory of the TDP–Jana Sena–BJP alliance at a time when several national pollsters failed to capture the trend. Parawheel also delivered accurate political trend analysis ahead of the final results in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections, further strengthening its reputation for reliable election research and forecasting.

 

For more details, please visit www.parawheel.com.

 

About Parawheel

Parawheel, a tech-driven political intelligence research and election forecasting firm powered by KK Surveys & Strategies Pvt Ltd, has entered the Tamil Nadu political research landscape. Conceived and developed by KK Surveys & Strategies Pvt Ltd, the organisation has demonstrated a strong track record in political forecasting across key Indian elections. It aims to bridge the gap between citizens and decision-makers by leveraging deep field insights, AI-driven analytics, and structured data reporting.

 

The organisation specialises in voter behaviour analysis, booth-level field research, and data-driven political intelligence. By combining advanced data analytics with on-ground field intelligence, Parawheel seeks to better understand evolving voter behaviour and political trends. It maps historical voting data against current voter sentiment to generate high-fidelity projections for every polling booth. Using advanced analytical tools, the organisation identifies swing booths and fortress booths, enabling precise micro-targeting and more efficient campaign resource allocation.

 

As part of its Tamil Nadu initiative, the organisation proposes to undertake large-scale scientific opinion surveys across all 234 Assembly constituencies in the state. Its analysis also highlights the role of leadership influence, referred to internally as the ‘Sir Impact’—which acts as a significant force multiplier in electoral outcomes.

Parawheel Survey Predicts TVK as Third Major Force in Tamil Nadu Politics, after DMK and AIADMK

Parawheel, a tech-driven political intelligence research and election forecasting firm powered by KK Surveys & Strategies Pvt Ltd, has entered the Tamil Nadu political research landscape with a large-scale booth-level scientific opinion survey across all 234 Assembly constituencies in the state. Based on the survey conducted to date, covering over 70 lakh voters, the organisation’s preliminary findings project DMK with a 41.5% vote share, AIADMK with 36.2%, and TVK emerging as the third major political force with 13.6%, according to the current assessment.
 

Mr. Kiran Kondeti, CEO, Parawheel
 

Specialising in voter behaviour analysis, booth-level field research, and data-driven political intelligence, Parawheel has conducted large-scale opinion surveys across Tamil Nadu with a minimum sample size of around 30,000 respondents per constituency. Based on its preliminary election assessment and current survey findings, Parawheel’s early electoral projections indicate DMK at 41.5%, AIADMK at 36.2%, TVK at 13.6%, and NTK at 7.9% vote share in the upcoming election scenario in the state.

 

In Chennai, Parawheel’s survey findings indicate that TVK shows significant strength across several constituencies, emerging as the second strongest political force after DMK in many parts of the city. The data suggests that while DMK continues to hold the leading position in most constituencies, TVK has been gaining notable traction, particularly among youth and first-time voters, positioning it ahead of other parties in several urban segments of the Chennai region.

 

Speaking at the press conference, Mr Kiran Kondetti, CEO, Parawheel said, “Our research is focussed on voter sentiment studies across key regions including Chennai, Coimbatore, the Delta districts, and Southern, Northern, and Western Tamil Nadu, along with detailed analysis of caste coalitions, governance perception, and anti-incumbency trends. Our study examines the role of first-time voters, women voters, and swing constituencies in shaping electoral outcomes. A special area of analysis was done for TVK–Vijay factor, studying the transition of fan bases into voters, youth mobilisation, and its potential impact on the vote share of major parties such as DMK and AIADMK.”

 

“We have extended the war room model that is traditionally limited to party headquarters, to individual candidates through our ‘One Candidate – One War Room’ initiative. Under this model, we will provide dedicated campaign war rooms across all 234 Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu. These war rooms will deliver real-time voter data, booth analytics, and campaign strategy support to every registered candidate throughout the election period. Also, as part of our constituency-level political intelligence services, Parawheel can provide candidates with a database of a minimum of 5,000 neutral voters in each constituency. This will help candidates better understand swing voter segments and design targeted outreach strategies during election campaigns,” he added.

 

Furthermore, “At Parawheel, we have strong confidence in the credibility and accuracy of our research and data. If the projections or data provided to candidates are found to be inaccurate, or if there is a variation of more than 1% in the projections or data shared, the full amount paid by candidates who purchase the data will be refunded. This reflects our organisation’s commitment to transparency, reliability, and confidence in the scientific methodology behind our research,” he said.

 

From Andhra Pradesh to Maharashtra- Parawheel’s Proven Accuracy in Major Election Predictions

 

In the 2019 Andhra Pradesh Assembly Elections, Parawheel accurately forecast electoral trends ahead of the results.

 

In the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly Elections, it precisely predicted the sweeping victory of the TDP–Jana Sena–BJP alliance at a time when several national pollsters failed to capture the trend. Parawheel also delivered accurate political trend analysis ahead of the final results in the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Elections, further strengthening its reputation for reliable election research and forecasting.

 

For more details, please visit www.parawheel.com.

 

About Parawheel

Parawheel, a tech-driven political intelligence research and election forecasting firm powered by KK Surveys & Strategies Pvt Ltd, has entered the Tamil Nadu political research landscape. Conceived and developed by KK Surveys & Strategies Pvt Ltd, the organisation has demonstrated a strong track record in political forecasting across key Indian elections. It aims to bridge the gap between citizens and decision-makers by leveraging deep field insights, AI-driven analytics, and structured data reporting.

 

The organisation specialises in voter behaviour analysis, booth-level field research, and data-driven political intelligence. By combining advanced data analytics with on-ground field intelligence, Parawheel seeks to better understand evolving voter behaviour and political trends. It maps historical voting data against current voter sentiment to generate high-fidelity projections for every polling booth. Using advanced analytical tools, the organisation identifies swing booths and fortress booths, enabling precise micro-targeting and more efficient campaign resource allocation.

 

As part of its Tamil Nadu initiative, the organisation proposes to undertake large-scale scientific opinion surveys across all 234 Assembly constituencies in the state. Its analysis also highlights the role of leadership influence, referred to internally as the ‘Sir Impact’—which acts as a significant force multiplier in electoral outcomes.

South Tamil Nadu First: Nonsurgical Interventional Radiology Therapy Successfully Treats Uterine Fibroids at Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli

Marking a significant medical milestone and a first in South Tamil Nadu, Kauvery Hospital has successfully treated a 51-year-old woman with severe symptomatic uterine fibroids using a minimally invasive procedure known as Bilateral Uterine Artery Embolisation (UAE). This advanced treatment enabled preservation of the uterus while ensuring rapid recovery. The patient was discharged within 24 hours, and at her seven-day follow-up, imaging confirmed complete absence of blood flow to the fibroid, with no pain and no per vaginal bleeding.
 

Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli
 

The patient had been suffering from symptomatic fibroids since 2019, resulting in heavy menstrual bleeding and chronic blood loss anaemia. She required multiple blood transfusions and intravenous iron sucrose injections over the years to manage severe anaemia. While these treatments temporarily improved her hemoglobin levels, they did not address the root cause – the fibroid’s blood supply. As her symptoms persisted and she wished to avoid hysterectomy, the hospital opted for a uterus-conserving alternative.

 

The multidisciplinary team at Kauvery Hospital performed Bilateral UAE, a minimally invasive interventional radiology procedure that blocks the blood supply to fibroids, causing them to shrink over time. The procedure involved inserting a small catheter through an artery, identifying the uterine arteries supplying the fibroid, and injecting tiny particles to selectively stop blood flow. By addressing the root cause, UAE provided effective symptom relief without the need for major surgery.

 

The treatment was led by Dr. Amalan Ignatius, Consultant Interventional Radiologist, along with Dr. Faizal Basheer, Consultant General Medicine & Diabetologist; Dr. Lakshmanan, Senior Consultant Anesthesiologist; and Dr. Yogesh Kumar, Consultant Anesthesiologist.

 

Dr. Amalan Ignatius said, “We were able to successfully treat the fibroid while preserving the uterus, thereby avoiding major surgery. This is the first time UAE has been performed at Kauvery Hospital, Tirunelveli, and represents a major advancement in fibroid care in South Tamil Nadu. By cutting off the fibroid’s blood supply, we addressed the root cause, stopped the bleeding, and prevented recurrence of severe anemia. The patient recovered quickly with a short hospital stay.”

India Poised to Become a Global Manufacturing Hub for Smart Protein Processing Equipment, Finds Landmark GFI India and NIFTEM-T Study

The Good Food Institute India (GFI India), in collaboration with the National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T), released a landmark study titled India as a global manufacturing hub for smart protein processing equipment at the 4th Plant Based Foods Summit held on the sidelines of AAHAR 2026. This first-of-its-kind report delivers a comprehensive assessment of India’s current manufacturing capabilities for plant-based smart protein processing equipment, offering strategic recommendations for government, industry, and research institutions to accelerate domestic production and reduce costly import dependence.

 

GFI and NIFTEM-T launch report on India as a Global Manufacturing Hub for Smart Protein Processing Equipment at AAHAR 2026

 

The study, led by NIFTEM-T, with valuable contributions from a broad range of academic experts and industry stakeholders in equipment manufacturing, process engineering, and food and agri-processing domains, examines three critical equipment categories at the heart of the plant-based smart protein supply chain: extruders, dryers, and separators. As demand for sustainable protein sources grows, these specialised processing systems are essential for extracting plant protein concentrates and isolates to produce plant-based meat, dairy, eggs, and seafood, among other high-protein plant foods.

 

According to the report, India imported approximately USD 1.6 billion worth of centrifuges and filtration equipment in 2024–25, while exports stood at just over USD 1 billion, highlighting a significant opportunity to strengthen domestic manufacturing capacity and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers.

 

The report also highlights technical gaps across key processing technologies such as high-moisture extrusion, drying, and separation systems, which are critical for scaling plant-based meat and other alternative protein products. Addressing these gaps will require investment in shared R&D infrastructure, testing facilities, and technical skill development.

 

Key Findings:

  • India has 150–200 OEMs in these equipment categories that are cost-competitive and mechanically robust but lack the capability for high-performance, precision manufacturing at scale.

  • Domestic extruders fall short on key performance metrics, such as screw speeds and torque, limiting their use for advanced plant-based meat applications.

  • India has no indigenous manufacturers of food-grade ultrafiltration membranes, as high-end freeze dryers and centrifuges remain almost entirely imported.

  • Priority export opportunities exist in Russia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and African markets, where India’s price-performance ratio is a competitive advantage.

 

Dr. Padma Ishwarya S., Senior Scientist (Plant-based), GFI India, adds, “Smart protein innovation depends not only on novel ingredients but also on the sophisticated processing technologies that transform them into consumer-ready foods. Through academia and industry collaboration and By investing in R&D infrastructure and equipment testing facilities, India can develop high-performance food-grade processing equipment that serves both domestic manufacturers and global markets.”

 

The report recommends recognising smart protein equipment as strategic capital goods under Make in India, establishing cluster-based shared manufacturing infrastructure, aligning Indian standards with international norms, and creating dedicated R&D funding pathways for the sector.

 

Prof. V. Palanimuthu, Director, NIFTEM, Thanjavur, commented, This report provides a roadmap for strengthening India’s smart protein processing equipment ecosystem by identifying critical technological gaps and opportunities. The insights presented will guide policymakers, industry, and researchers in propelling India toward becoming a global hub for plant-based protein equipment manufacturing. I congratulate the teams from NIFTEM-T and GFI India for their commendable joint efforts in refining and analysing all the data on state-of-the-art facilities and developing actionable recommendations that can significantly accelerate the alternative protein sector.”

 

The launch of the report in the presence of Takayuki Hagiwara, Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Representative in India, representatives from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and representatives from the governments of Germany and Saskatchewan, among other key dignitaries, was a key highlight of the 4th Plant Based Foods Summit. Held alongside the 40th AAHAR in the capital, the summit convened policymakers, scientists, entrepreneurs, investors, and food industry leaders to discuss the future of plant-based foods in India and the broader smart protein ecosystem.

 

Commenting on the report launch, Arghadeep Saha, Head of Policy, GFI India, said, “This study addresses a foundational constraint that has long held back India’s smart protein sector, the availability of advanced, affordable, and locally serviceable processing equipment. Our analysis shows that India has the manufacturing DNA to close these gaps. What’s needed now is a targeted, coordinated push from government and industry to act on these recommendations and turn India’s engineering strength into a global competitive advantage.”

 

Through the findings of the report, GFI India and NIFTEM-T aim to support the development of a robust manufacturing ecosystem, making Indian machines the low-risk choice both in India and for export markets and positioning India as a leader in the global alternative protein market.

 

About Good Food Institute India (GFI India)

The Good Food Institute India (GFI India) is the leading organisation and expert convening body for India’s emerging smart protein sector—the ecosystem of plant-based, cultivated, and fermentation-derived meat, eggs, and dairy. As part of an international network of organisations across the U.S., Brazil, Europe, Israel, Japan, and APAC, we are on a mission to build a secure, sustainable, and equitable global food system for all. Working alongside scientists, businesses, and policymakers, GFI India’s team focuses on making alternative proteins delicious, affordable, and accessible. Leveraging India’s unique strengths—indigenous crops and agrarian economy, low-cost technologies and infrastructure, abundant talent pool, and biomanufacturing prowess—we are pioneering an ecosystem that can put smart protein on every plate.

 

About National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T)

National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T) is an Institute of National Importance functioning under the aegis of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India. NIFTEM-T has premier research and academic capabilities in the field of food technology and has been consistently ranked among the top agri- and allied-discipline institutions in the country. NIFTEM-T provides services to different segments of the food processing sector, spanning innovation, consultancy, incubation, quality testing, outreach, and awareness. The Institute offers BTech, MTech and PhD in Food Technology. With excellent national and international networking, the institute is open for collaborations and partnerships.

Salesforce Supercharges Impact: Launches Agentic AI Accelerator for Indian Nonprofits

Salesforce, the world’s #1 AI CRM*, today announced the India cohort of its global Salesforce Accelerator — Agents for Impact, a transformative initiative designed to empower nonprofits to harness Agentforce to drive impact. Through the Accelerator program, four nonprofit organizations in India will receive grants, cutting-edge technology, and pro-bono expertise to build and customize AI agents, enabling them to improve operational efficiency and scale community impact in the AI-driven future. The initiative champions a future where humans and AI agents work together to drive impact at scale.

 

As nonprofits across India work with lean teams to serve large and often geographically dispersed communities, many are looking for new ways to scale their impact amid rising demand, talent constraints, and operational complexity. AI agents present a powerful opportunity to extend their reach by autonomously handling routine tasks like program management, volunteer management, donor communications, and tailored fundraising support. This allows teams to focus on what matters most: direct beneficiary engagement and program delivery across India’s vast and diverse landscape. The challenge lies in accessing the technology and expertise needed to make this vision a reality.

 

The Salesforce Accelerator — Agents for Impact addresses this need by providing nonprofits with technology, grants, and pro bono expertise to build and deploy AI-powered agent solutions. Through a customized six-month program, selected organizations receive comprehensive support including one-on-one and group coaching from Salesforce experts and flexible grants of up to INR 6.8 crores, distributed across a cohort of four nonprofit organizations. Additionally, the selected nonprofits will receive free access to Salesforce technology for up to 18 months, and technical consulting from employee volunteers.

 

India Cohort Pioneering AI Solutions

The inaugural India cohort brings together four pioneering organizations developing innovative AI agent solutions to address critical social challenges:

  • Antarang Foundation is developing a Career Facilitator Agent that generates personalized career counseling sessions with specific next steps based on each student’s profile data, enabling scalable, customized career guidance.

  • Foundation For Excellence is creating a Scholarship Agent that supports review  and processing of student applications for scholarships, helping more students get access to critical funding.

  • Latika is building a Legal Navigator Agent (Asli Intelligence) that generates clear, step-by-step roadmaps for individuals to acquire disability certificates, pensions, scholarships, and tax relief—making complex legal processes accessible to all.

  • Teach for India is implementing a Teaching Assistant agent that will be trained on resources from its teacher training platform, Firki. It will serve as a personal assistant to answer queries and guide teachers to relevant courses through intuitive chats and clicks.

 

Comments on the news:

Arundhati Bhattacharya, President & CEO, Salesforce, South Asia, said, “We believe organizations closest to India’s most pressing challenges shouldn’t be furthest from the tools that multiply their impact. Nonprofits are drowning in admin work when they should be focused on transformation. AI agents represent a fundamental shift: technology that doesn’t just optimize workflows but reclaims human capacity for what matters most.

 

At Salesforce, we’ve long believed that business is the greatest platform for change.  That belief guides how we build and deploy AI as a force for good that strengthens communities. Through the Salesforce Accelerator — Agents for Impact, we’re proving a new equation: when intelligent systems handle complexity, people multiply impact. Not by working harder, but by working on what only humans can do — building trust, making judgment calls, and showing up with empathy where it counts. The future of impact isn’t choosing between humanity and scale. It’s architecting them together.”

 

*Salesforce, the #1 CRM, powered by AI technology and capabilities.

 

About Salesforce

Salesforce helps organizations of any size become agentic enterprises – integrating humans, agents, apps, and data on a trusted, unified platform to unlock unprecedented growth and innovation.

 

Visit www.salesforce.com/in for more information.

iKure Hosts Global Healthcare Workshop in Kolkata, Announces Japan Partnership and Healthcare Living Lab

Global healthcare leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators from nine countries convened in Kolkata for the International Workshop 2026 on the Future of Healthcare Systems, organised by iKure Techsoft Pvt. Ltd. The two-day dialogue brought together experts from healthcare delivery, academia, technology, financing, and public health ecosystems to explore how health systems must evolve to address rising disease burdens and improve access to care. The workshop focused on practical pathways for strengthening healthcare systems, including non-communicable disease management, healthcare financing and outpatient access, med-tech innovation, resilient supply chains, and responsible data governance in digital health ecosystems.

 

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iKure Global Healthcare workshop


A key highlight of the workshop was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between iKure and Japan-based METORI Inc. to advance technology-enabled eye screening and prevention of avoidable blindness in India. The collaboration will integrate portable ophthalmic diagnostic technologies with iKure’s network of iCHAs (iKure Community Health Activists)—digitally enabled community health workers who support screening, early diagnosis, and referral services across underserved populations. Through this partnership, early detection programs will support the identification of conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and other vision-threatening disorders, enabling timely treatment and reducing preventable vision loss.


Another major announcement during the workshop was the digital launch of the Healthcare Living Lab, a district-scale multi-collaborative platform designed to accelerate the transition of healthcare solutions from proof-of-concept to real-world implementation. The Living Lab- designed by iKure and Jhpiego, with support from other collaborators will enable innovators to test and validate healthcare technologies and service models within real health system environments. Beginning in Maharashtra, the initiative will initially focus on strengthening maternal and newborn health pathways, generating evidence, and developing scalable solutions that can be adopted across India while also supporting local employment.


Across the sessions, participants emphasized that innovation alone is not sufficient to transform healthcare systems. For meaningful and lasting impact, solutions must be designed with scalability in mind and supported by sustainable financing, strong operational systems, and effective community-level delivery models.


Several key themes emerged from the discussions. Experts stressed the importance of shifting healthcare systems from hospital-centric models toward prevention, primary care, and outpatient services, particularly as non-communicable diseases continue to rise. The discussions also highlighted the growing need of predictive supply chains, data-driven decision making, and responsible governance of health data to strengthen trust and reliability within health systems.


The conversations over these two days reaffirmed that the future of healthcare will not be built in hospitals alone — it will be built in communities. Strengthening healthcare systems requires innovation, financing, and technology to work together with frontline delivery models that ensure continuity of care. At iKure, our vision is to continue building scalable, technology-enabled primary healthcare models that can strengthen health systems across India and other emerging markets, ensuring quality care reaches the last mile,” said Mr. Sujay Santra, Founder and CEO of iKure Techsoft Pvt. Ltd.


iKure is exploring the possibility of developing a learning program in partnership with an international university to translate the discussions into structured knowledge and practical learning for healthcare leaders.


About iKure Techsoft Pvt. Ltd
iKure Techsoft Pvt. Ltd. is a technology-enabled healthcare company focused on strengthening primary healthcare systems through digitally empowered community health workers, integrated care pathways, and preventive health programs. Through its network of iCHAs (iKure Community Health Activists), iKure delivers screening, early diagnosis, and continuity of care across underserved populations. The organisation has impacted more than 34 million lives and treated over 4.5 million patients across 12 Indian states, developing scalable healthcare models designed for emerging markets.

 

For more information visit: www.ikuretechsoft.com.

Bisleri International Partners with Observer Research Foundation to Launch Report on Water Governance at Raisina Dialogue 2026

Bisleri International, in collaboration with the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), launched the report “A Vision of Water Governance for Viksit Bharat@2047: Markets, Institutions, and Imperatives” at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 in New Delhi.

 

Bisleri International Partners with Observer Research Foundation to Launch Report on Water Governance at Raisina Dialogue 2026

 

Authored by noted experts Nilanjan Ghosh and Ambar Kumar Ghosh, the report presents a forward-looking framework for India’s water governance as the country works toward its vision of a developed nation by 2047. As India advances toward its Viksit Bharat vision for 2047, the report calls for stronger collaboration between governments, institutions, and industry to build resilient water governance systems that can support economic growth while safeguarding natural resources.

 

Speaking on the significance of the book, Mr Angelo George, Chief Executive Officer, Bisleri International, stated, “The Sustainable Development Goals created a powerful shared global ambition. The next phase must focus on delivering local relevance and measurable impact. For this to happen, industry needs to move from being a participant to becoming a co-designer of solutions. Sustainable development ultimately depends on financing, execution, and measurement – areas where industry brings scale and capability. Through this collaboration on the report, we hope to foster a change in how industries manage their water footprint and contribute towards building a water-resilient future.”

 

Building on last year’s launch of the book on Water Credits Valuation with the Observer Research Foundation at the Raisina Dialogue 2025, this new publication represents the next chapter in Bisleri International’s ongoing efforts to strengthen water governance and contribute towards a greener, water-positive future.

 

In pursuit of the nation’s vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, water governance will be central to ensuring the attainment of economic growth, ecological sustainability, social equity and distributive justice. The challenge before India is not simply managing water as a resource but governing a complex socio-ecological system that spans river basins, sectors, and institutions. This report underscores the need to rethink water governance through integrated basin management, stronger institutional frameworks, and innovative market-based instruments that can align economic incentives with environmental protection and resource-use efficiency,” said Dr. Nilanjan Ghosh, Vice President, Development Studies, Observer Research Foundation, and co-author of A Vision of Water Governance for Viksit Bharat@2047.

 

The launch was followed by a high-level discussion on the theme ‘Development by Design: Scripting the Next Global Growth Story.’ The panel featured global leaders and policy experts, including D. N. Dhungyel, Minister for Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Bhutan; Ngwaru Jumanne Maghembe, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tanzania; Anna-Katharina Hornidge, Director of the German Institute of Development and Sustainability; and Archna Vyas, Country Director, Gates Foundation. The discussion was moderated by Chandrika Bahadur, CEO, The Antara Foundation.

 

About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd.

With a legacy of over 54 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the country’s largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe and healthy water.

 

Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and neighboring countries. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri Mineral Water, or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavors, such as Pop, Rev, Limonata and Spyci Jeera. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform – Bisleri @Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep.

 

The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation and sustainability. 

 

For more information on Bisleri International, our people, brands, and OSR initiatives, visit www.bisleri.com

Himalaya Food International Expands Global Presence with UK Product Launch and US Foods Vendor Approval

Himalaya Food International Ltd. (BSE: 519238), a leading Indian food processing company, has announced key developments in its international expansion strategy with the launch of its Frozen Cinnamon French Toast Sticks in the United Kingdom and the registration of its products with US Foods, one of the largest foodservice distributors in the United States.

 

French Toast Sticks

 

The entry into the UK market marks the company’s first product launch in the region and forms part of its strategy to diversify export markets and expand its presence across Europe. The UK will serve as a gateway for the company to promote its broader range of value-added frozen food products, including specialty potato products and frozen appetizers, across the European Union.

 

The expansion follows the company’s recent export initiatives in Australia earlier this year, as Himalaya Food International strengthens its global footprint and mitigates the impact of changing international trade dynamics.

 

The company expects its European expansion to benefit from the recently concluded India–EU trade agreement, which is expected to improve export competitiveness through favourable duty structures and enhanced logistics integration.

 

In a parallel development, Himalaya Food International has successfully completed product registration with US Foods, marking its transition from operating as a spot vendor since 2025 to becoming a Regular Approved Vendor within the distributor’s procurement network.

 

Following the approval, APN numbers have been assigned to the company’s core product range, enabling procurement teams across the US Foods network to place direct orders through their centralized purchasing systems.

 

The initial product portfolio approved under the program includes:

  • French Fries – Straight Cut

  • French Fries – Crinkle Cut

  • French Fries – Shoestring

  • Baked Potato Skins (BPS)

 

The development is expected to significantly enhance Himalaya’s reach across the extensive US Foods distribution network, providing opportunities for future product listings and expansion across North American foodservice channels.

 

Founded in 1979 by Man Mohan Malik, Himalaya Food International has grown into a global food processing enterprise employing over 1,200 people and supporting more than 1,000 contract farmers.

 

Founded in 1979 by Man Mohan Malik, Himalaya Food International has grown into a global food processing company employing over 1,200 people and supporting 1,000+ contract farmers. The company operates two ISO 22000-certified facilities in India, producing natural frozen and canned foods using advanced processing technologies without chemical preservatives. Under the leadership of Sanjiv Kakkar, Executive Director and President – North America, Himalaya is expanding its presence in the U.S. and Canada. The company follows a circular farm-to-fork sustainability model, recycling agro-waste into compost for mushroom cultivation and returning it to farmers to improve soil health. With growing access to European and North American markets, the company expects stronger global demand for its frozen food portfolio.

 

About Himalaya Food International Ltd.

Himalaya Food International Ltd. is a BSE-listed food processing company specializing in frozen and canned food products, including mushrooms, specialty potato products, appetizers, dairy alternatives and snacks. The company serves international markets with high-quality, sustainable farm-to-fork food solutions.

How Parimatch Sports and Manchester United Hosted Indian Influencers

What does the legendary Carrington training ground look like from the inside? And what is it like to watch a game from the VIP box at Old Trafford?
 

Parimatch Sports, a premium sportswear brand inspired by top athletes, gave a group of Indian influencers and passionate Manchester United supporters the opportunity to win a special fan experience with the club. From January 30 to February 2, Rajat Pawar, Apoorva Jadaun, Gurdeep Rai, and Nita Shilimkar travelled to Manchester to immerse themselves in the club’s world.

 

Parimatch Sports and Manchester United Hosted Indian Influencers

 

Being inside the club’s environment felt unreal. It was about stepping into the world of the team, feeling the atmosphere, and understanding what it truly means to be part of Manchester United. Thanks to Parimatch Sports, we were able to experience it all up close,” said Gurdeep Rai.

 

Inside Carrington: Where Champions Are Made

On the first day, the group visited the Carrington training ground—the very place where champions are made and the foundation for their future victories is laid.

 

The influencers watched the training session a day before the match, met the players, and got autographs. They felt every moment of preparation—an experience usually inaccessible to the public, but made possible by Parimatch Sports.

 

Next, they visited Old Trafford—Manchester United’s home and a place of inspiration for millions of fans worldwide. A private tour of the stadium and museum with club legend Denis Irwin offered a deeper understanding of the club’s history, trophies, and defining moments.

 

Dinner at Dishoom Manchester was filled with conversations about the experiences and encounters with football icons, leaving them part of something truly extraordinary.

 

Match Day Energy

On the second day, the influencers took part in the highlight of the trip—the Manchester United vs Fulham match. The stadium’s atmosphere gradually filled with anticipation, the stands came alive, and tension was tangible before kickoff.

 

From the VIP box, every goal felt closer, and the stadium’s energy hit even harder. The game was fast-paced and intense, culminating in a spectacular 3:2 victory for Manchester United. Moments like these ​​show how Parimatch Sports brings fans closer to the heart of football.

 

More Than a Trip

The collaboration with Manchester United marks one of many high-profile international initiatives delivered by Parimatch Sports. The brand successfully continues to strengthen its global presence and build deep connections with sports audiences around the world.

 

Experiences like this highlight the special bond with our global fan community. Together with Manchester United, we were pleased to welcome the influencers from India and give them a meaningful insight into life at the club,” highlighted a Parimatch Sports Press Office.

 

About Parimatch Sports

Parimatch Sports is a high-quality sportswear brand inspired by the world’s top athletes and designed to equip every brave soul on their winning track. Trusted by international stars like Trinidadian cricket legend Sunil Narine, Parimatch Sports creates professional on-field kits for football and cricket teams alongside a comprehensive range of stylish workout wear for fans. The brand stands out with exclusive designs inspired by the greatest athletes and their victories on the pitch. Parimatch Sports aims to expand the horizons of Asia’s love for sports, bringing it to a new level.

Top 4 Favourites to Win ICC T20 World Cup 2026: India, South Africa, England & Afghanistan Lead the Race

The 2026 ICC T20 World Cup kicks off on February 7 amid a lot of controversy regarding where Bangladesh’s matches would be played and whether the Bangla Tigers would end up participating in the tournament or would they get replaced by Scotland, who have miraculously found themselves in the reckoning after losing their qualification spot to debutants Italy.

 

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Top 4 Favourite Win T20 World Cup 2026- South Africa, India, Afghanistan, England, and more…


A total of 20 participating teams would be competing in the upcoming tournament, with each team playing a minimum of four group stage matches. Group A contains favorites India, along with arch-rivals Pakistan, the USA, Namibia, and the Netherlands.


Group B is headlined by previous winners Sri Lanka and Australia, with Ireland, Zimbabwe, and Oman making up the rest of the group. Group C features England, West Indies, Scotland, Nepal, and Italy, with three European teams finding themselves in the same group after Bangladesh’s withdrawal from the tournament.


Group D could prove to be the Group of Death as it boasts of 2024 edition runners-up South Africa, 2021 edition runners-up New Zealand, Afghanistan, Canada, and the UAE, with one of the three big-name teams a definite to crash out from the group stage.


Apart from co-hosts India, many teams would be hoping to lift the trophy and prove their credentials in the shortest format of the game. While New Zealand have lost both of the matches so far in the 5-match T20I series against India, the Black Caps could provide a formidable challenge and have a plethora of spin options which could come in handy on the surfaces of Colombo and Chennai.


Another team from down under, Australia are placed alongside Sri Lanka in Group B and the Kangaroos are packed with power from top to bottom, with skipper Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell, Tim David, and Marcus Stonis providing an enviable batting lineup. The presence of Cooper Connolly, Matt Short, and Maxwell, along with lead spinner Adam Zampa, would keep the 2021 T20 World Cup champions in good stead in the subcontinent.


Let’s have a look at the top four favorites to lift the trophy in the 2026 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup as the T20 extravaganza returns to India after a gap of 10 years:


#4 Afghanistan
Rashid Khan is the heart of the Afghanistan team and would be eyeing the trophy in 2026


The Afghans are the dark horses in a multi-lateral tournament yet again, as Rashid Khan and co. have had a disappointing time since the conclusion of the last edition of the T20 World Cup. Afghanistan has only defeated Zimbabwe, Qatar, and the West Indies in the last 18 months, but Rashid’s men have pressed the accelerator at the right time with the T20 World Cup less than a fortnight away.


Placed alongside New Zealand and South Africa in Group D, Afghanistan has the potential to knock out one of the juggernauts of international cricket in the group stage. The Afghans had a memorable campaign in the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup as they eliminated Australia from the Super Eight stage, exacting revenge for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup heartbreak.


The legendary spin quartet of skipper Rashid, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, and Mohammad Nabi is arguably the best spin contingent amongst the 20 teams, and the quartet would love the opportunity of bowling on Chennai and Colombo’s spin-friendly pitches.


Full Squad: Rashid Khan ©, Noor Ahmad, Abdullah Ahmadzai, Sediqullah Atal, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Naveen Ul Haq, Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Shahidullah Kamal, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Azmatullah Omarzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Darwish Rasooli, Ibrahim Zadran


#3 England
Group C favorites England will kick off their 2026 T20 World Cup campaign against Nepal, and Brendon McCullum will have a point to prove after the 4-1 drubbing in the Ashes at the hands of arch-rivals Australia. Harry Brook will be captaining the Three Lions for the first time in an ICC tournament, and all eyes will be on how England lines up with Jos Buttler set to take the No.3 spot in the batting line-up.


The 2022 T20 World Cup champions endured a tough time in the last edition as they lost to Australia, South Africa, and eventually to champions India in the semi-final, while rain protected them from a potential loss against neighbors Scotland in the group stage as well.


The spin quintet of Adil Rashid, Rehan Ahmed, Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, and Liam Dawson signifies a change in direction for the English side, who have usually been packed with out-and-out fast bowlers in recent editions.


Full Squad: Harry Brook ©, Rehan Ahmed, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler (wk), Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Phil Salt (wk), Josh Tongue, Luke Wood


#2 South Africa
Runner-ups of the last edition of the ICC T20 World Cup, South Africa finally ended their hoodoo and took off the chokers tag when they lifted the 2025 ICC World Test Championship Mace by defeating Australia in the final at Lord’s.


Skipper Aiden Markram, Quinton de Kock, Dewald Brevis, and David Miller make up a batting order which is well-versed with Indian pitches, while the star-studded pace quartet of Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, and Marco Jansen would be supported by the spin duo of Keshav Maharaj and George Linde.


Heinrich Klassen and David Miller almost took South Africa over the line in 2024 T20 WC Final


In the wake of the recently concluded SA20 season, the Proteas have lost a few players to injuries, as Tristan Stubbs and Ryan Rickleton finally found their respective places in the squad after Donovan Ferreira and Tony de Zorzi were ruled out of the T20 World Cup. The inclusions of Stubbs and Rickleton could prove to be a blessing in disguise as both players are well-versed with the Indian conditions after representing Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians, respectively.


Full Squad: Aiden Markram ©, Corbin Bosch, Dewald Brevis, Quinton de Kock (wk), Marco Jansen, George Linde, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Jason Smith, Tristan Stubbs


#1 India 
Defending champions and currently ranked No.1 in the ICC T20I Team rankings, India would bear the load of more than a billion fans yet again in home conditions. While the support of fans could prove to be a boost, as seen in 2011, 2015, and 2019 editions of the Cricket World Cup, none of the previous nine editions of the T20 World Cup, barring the 2012 T20 WC, have even seen the hosts qualify for the final, let alone lift the cup in home conditions.


Gautam Gambhir will once again be under the scanner despite the proven performances of his side in the T20 format, owing to Indian team’s poor run in ODIs and Tests. Suryakumar Yadav broke his 468-day jinx of not scoring a half-century in Indian colors, getting to the landmark in mere 23 deliveries in the second T20I of the 5-match T20 series against New Zealand.


After winning the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup, India head into the 2026 edition of the tournament as firm favorites, after winning 8 consecutive bilateral series and one multi-lateral tournament, the 2025 Asia Cup.


Full Squad: Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wk), Ishan Kishan (wk), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav ©, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel (vc), Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav.

 

Contributed By– Mohak Arora, Parimatch Sports analytics expert