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Blinkit announces quick commerce service at Mumbai airport; netizens wonder if it's a prank
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (309+ words) Blinkit has announced the launch of its delivery service inside Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, making it the first quick-commerce platform to operate within an airport's secure zone. The company said its service is live at Terminal 2 (domestic departures),…...
Struggle and dignity: how artist Dipak Ankalkhope captures the inspiring life of farmers
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (949+ words) Jehangir Art Gallery is featuring a thought-provoking exhibition this week by Dipak Ankalkhope, titled Shetambari Chapter 2: Where Earth Meets The Sky. See our coverage of earlier exhibitions at this iconic Mumbai gallery here. "I was born into a farmer's family,…...
Writing code is getting commoditised, not engineering: Arsh Goyal at DevSparks Pune
1+ week, 1+ day ago (1070+ words) As artificial intelligence systems grow more capable, one question continues to dominate conversations across the technology industry: will AI replace human developers? At DevSparks Pune 2026, that question was front and center for many attendees who gathered for a lightning talk…...
From prototype to production: How developers can make agentic AI reliable
1+ week, 2+ day ago (957+ words) As AI systems evolve from generative models to autonomous agents, moving from experimentation to production brings new challenges. At "Getting Agentic Apps Ready for Production: Lessons in Observability and Evaluation, a tech deep-dive session at DevSparks Pune 2026, Anannya Roy, Developer…...
Custom Furniture in Bareilly: Where Design Briefs Turn into Built Spaces
1+ week, 4+ day ago (276+ words) The production system follows a structured workshop model. Each stage " carpentry, laminate work, painting, stone fitting, and polishing " is handled by specialised teams. A piece moves sequentially through these stations, gradually taking form through coordinated execution. Unlike traditional craft clusters…...
Tribal Craft of Shravasti: Seasonal Craft Rooted in Home and Tradition
1+ week, 4+ day ago (438+ words) Tribal Craft of Shravasti: Seasonal Craft Rooted in Home and Tradition'YourStory.com In Uttar Pradesh's Shravasti district, Tharu embroidery and allied craft practices operate within a rhythm shaped by household needs, seasonal availability, and ceremonial use. Unlike continuous production systems,…...
Mirzapur’s Brass Utensils: Sustaining Tradition Through Skilled Metal Craftsmanship
1+ week, 4+ day ago (304+ words) In Uttar Pradesh's Mirzapur district, brass utensils continue to hold relevance across both everyday use and ceremonial occasions. From household kitchens to wedding purchases, these products remain embedded in long-standing cultural practices, where durability, familiarity, and traditional value shape demand....
Bareilly’s Cane & Bamboo Craft: Reimagining Tradition Through Contemporary Design
1+ week, 5+ day ago (327+ words) Across hospitality spaces, contemporary homes, and design-led retail, cane and bamboo furniture is finding renewed relevance. Buyers today are not only looking for handcrafted products but also expect refined finishes, modern proportions, and designs that align seamlessly with evolving interior…...
Women in the travel and tourism industry; Challenges in India's defencetech startup ecosystem
2+ week, 1+ day ago (430+ words) Venture Catalysts, an early stage investment platform, on Tuesday said it has taken a full exit from hygiene and wellness brand Pee Safe, recording a 9.6X return on invested capital. The VC firm saw an extended internal rate of return (XIRR)…...
Former Dealshare CEO believes India’s next big consumer play is youth sports
2+ week, 2+ day ago (622+ words) After scaling Dealshare to unicorn status, Sourjyendu Medda stepped down as CEO in early 2024. But the entrepreneur in him kept scouting for opportunities." His next bet? Youth sports in India. In 2024, this shift among urban families toward structured, outcome-driven sports…...