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Arirang TV, Teams Up with Shindong, Kwon Hyuk-soo and Yujeong to Showcase Gyeongbuk’s “Flavors and Charms” to the World!

– A single journey through the food, travel and culture of Mungyeong, Pohang, Gyeongju and Andong…showcasing Gyeongbuk’s appeal to global audiences

「K-FOOD: Gyeongbuk Edition」

Premieres on Arirang TV on October 14 at 9:00 a.m. (KST)

Airs every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. (KST) for four weeks.

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Arirang TV (CEO Kim Tae-jeong) will air “K-FOOD: Gyeongbuk Edition,” a global promotional program that showcases the diverse culinary and tourism offerings of Gyeongsangbuk-do to audiences around the world, every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. (KST) for four weeks starting October 14.

Set in Mungyeong, Pohang, Gyeongju and Andong, the series is a “taste road variety” show that weaves regional signature dishes, tourist attractions, history and culture, and hands-on experiences into a single travel story. The cast members form a “Taste Crew,” sampling local food for themselves and enjoying a range of tours and activities, while turning photos and videos shot on their travels into social media content to share Gyeongbuk’s appeal with global viewers.

Kwon Hyuk-soo, Yujeong and Harin make up Team A, while Shindong, Lim Do-hwa and Seungwoo form Team B.

Episode 1: Mungyeong edition spotlights the Mungyeong Coal Museum, Jinnamgyoban, rail bike and Mungyeong Saejae, presenting the region’s industrial heritage and natural scenery alongside signature local foods such as spicy freshwater fish stew and Yakdol pork.

Episode 2: Pohang edition visits Yeongildae Beach, Jukdo Market, SpaceWalk and Homigot, introducing Pohang’s signature dishes — snow crab and mulhoe (chilled raw fish soup) — together with the scenery of the East Sea and hands-on tourism.

Episode 3: Gyeongju edition explores the Gyeongju National Museum, Gyochon Village, House of the Gyeongju Choi Clan, Luge World and Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond, shedding light on Silla’s history and traditional culture as well as a new side of Gyeongju that younger visitors can enjoy.

Episode 4: Andong edition takes place in Hahoe Folk Village, Sinse-dong Mural Village and Andong Old Market, capturing local dishes such as heotjesatbap, gan-godeungeo (salted mackerel) and Andong jjimdak, together with traditional culture and contemporary travel content.

A distinguishing feature of the program is that it does not focus on the food alone: it also showcases the history, people, nature, tourism and experiences of the regions where that food was born. The series is further designed so that global viewers can experience Gyeongbuk in a more approachable way, by showing the cast creating their own social media content and taking on a dance challenge.

Through this program, Arirang TV plans to extend the world’s growing interest in K-FOOD to regional tourism in Gyeongbuk and — by promoting the food, history, nature and cultural appeal of Mungyeong, Pohang, Gyeongju and Andong overseas — to contribute to enhancing Gyeongsangbuk-do’s global tourism brand value and revitalizing regional tourism.

Broadcast Information

• Arirang TV: K-FOOD: Gyeongbuk Edition
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeMyKorea

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Strategic Collaboration between a Global School Operator GEMS Education and a Mumbai-Based School Operator Cresmonde Schools

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GEMS Education, one of the world’s largest operators of private schools, has entered into a strategic collaboration with a Mumbai-based school operator Cresmonde Schools for its existing schools in Vikhroli and Kalyan, and two new schools planned in Malwani and Kalyan. Cresmonde Schools have a tie-up with a Finnish curriculum partner and are developed with a vision to provide international exposure for their students. This collaboration between two school operators – one global and one local – has been shaped with the future of education in mind. GEMS Education believes India holds immense potential for such collaborations in school education.

As part of this collaboration, GEMS Education will leverage its global GEMS brand, academic and global operational expertise to enhance teaching and learning at these four Cresmonde Schools in line with its global standards, while aligning educational opportunities with the aspirations of parents and students. This unique relationship is GEMS Education’s first collaboration with a local school operator in the MMR. These two private school operators, have chosen to come together for the betterment of education. This is consolidation of the right intent, driven by a shared belief that together we can add more value and strength to what we deliver to our learners and their families. Education is no longer only national; it is international. A collaboration between a city-based operator and a global operator will set a trend, and in time it will be seen as a historic milestone for Indian education.

The organisation hopes to build on this foundation by collaborating with many more quality driven school operators to create future-ready learning opportunities for learners across the region. Presently, the GEMS network is one of the fastest-growing school operators across the nation, bringing together like-minded school operators for a shared mission.

At the heart of GEMS Education’s philosophy is a teacher-first, child-first approach. The organisation believes that the true strength of a school lies in the quality of its teaching and learning, rather than in its infrastructure alone. Teachers are empowered as leaders, and every decision prioritises meaningful learning experiences and the holistic development of every child.

“We see tremendous potential in collaborating with existing school operators in India. Such a global – local collaboration brings the best of both worlds, with education that is rooted locally and connected globally. Through our collaboration with Cresmonde Schools, we aim to offer diverse curriculum choices, strengthen teaching and learning practices, and create a future focused learning environment that meets the aspirations of families.” – Francis Joseph, India CEO, GEMS Education 

“We are proud to partner with GEMS Education, a global school operator with a strong legacy of more than 65 years in delivering high-quality education. This collaboration will significantly enhance the academic and learning environment for our students in Vikhroli, Kalyan and Malwani. By combining our local commitment with GEMS’ global expertise and our tie-up for the Finnish curriculum, we aim to create future-ready schools that prepare learners for success in an increasingly interconnected world.” – Anita Dewoolkar, Founder Trustee, Cresmonde Schools

About GEMS Education

GEMS Education is one of the world’s leading, oldest and largest private K-12 education providers, with a legacy spanning more than 65 years. GEMS was founded in 1959 in Dubai by two passionate Indian teachers.

Today, GEMS educates more than 200,000 students from over 176 nationalities through its global network of owned and managed schools, supported by more than 20,000 employees, including over 10,000 educators and school leaders representing 112 nationalities. Having educated more than 500,000 students over the decades, GEMS offers a wide range of curricula – including IB, British, Indian (CBSE/ICSE/State), Cambridge and American programmes – preparing young people with the knowledge, character and confidence to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Guided by its enduring mission to put a quality education within the reach of every learner, everywhere, GEMS combines academic rigour with character development, wellbeing, innovation and strong partnerships with families and communities. Over the past five years, GEMS students have been accepted into more than 2,000 universities across 71 countries, including all eight Ivy League universities in the US and all 24 Russell Group universities in the UK. In the last four years alone, more than 3,500 GEMS graduates have attended the world’s top 100 universities, over 2,200 have progressed to Russell Group universities, almost 2,000 have enrolled at the world’s top 50 universities, and more than 60 have gone on to Ivy League institutions.

Through its expanding network and philanthropic initiatives, GEMS continues to create opportunities for young people to become leaders, innovators and positive changemakers in their communities and beyond.

For more details, please visit www.gemseducation.com and www.gemseducationindia.com.

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THE LEGO GROUP INVITES FANS TO MASH-UP STAR WARS™ AND MARVEL UNIVERSES FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN LEGO IDEAS® CHALLENGE

• New LEGO Ideas® challenge invites fans to create a first-of-its-kind cross-universe moment in LEGO bricks to celebrate iconic storytelling worlds of Star Wars™ and Marvel.
• The announcement was made at New York Comic Con during a panel featuring Kevin Smith; actor, director and Marvel Comics writer.
• Now open, fans can choose from three building themes – vehicles, characters, or scenes – to inspire the Star Wars and Marvel mash-up and submit via the LEGO Ideas platform.

NEW YORK, Oct. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today at New York Comic Con (NYCC), the LEGO Group announced a first-of-its-kind LEGO® Ideas challenge. For the first time ever, fans are invited to mash-up Star Wars™ and Marvel by reimagining characters, vehicles and scenes from the two universes in LEGO form.

What’s more, the LEGO Ideas platform means that once the build has been submitted and fans have voted on the design, the favourite submissions will then become immortalised as an official LEGO product.

Fede Begher, Senior Vice President and Head of Product Group at the LEGO Group, said: “This challenge is a milestone for LEGO Ideas and our fan community. For the first time ever, fans can build with both Marvel and Star Wars in a single LEGO Ideas challenge, unlocking entirely new possibilities for creativity and storytelling. We know our fans never stop imagining new ways to bring their favourite worlds together, and we’re excited to see the originality, passion and innovation they bring to this unique crossover.”

As a tribute to the landmark 50^th anniversary of the Star Wars franchise in 2027, the Star Wars/Marvel: Hope Assembles comic series was unveiled this past summer. Launching in January, it’s the first-ever crossover between the Star Wars and Marvel Comics universes. The LEGO Ideas challenge celebrates that crossover and honours the 50^th anniversary.

Open from today, fans simply need to visit ideas.lego.com, choose from three challenge themes of mashing up Star Wars and Marvel vehicles, characters or scenes, review all challenge rules and guidelines, and then get building with LEGO elements. Voting for the submissions begins December 15, 2026, with the Grand Prize Selections being announced next year.

For more information, please visit ideas.lego.com/campaigns/hope-assembles.

About the LEGO Group

The LEGO Group’s mission is to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow through the power of play. The LEGO System in Play, with its foundation in LEGO bricks, allows children and fans to build and rebuild anything they can imagine.

The LEGO Group was founded in Billund, Denmark in 1932 by Ole Kirk Kristiansen, its name derived from the two Danish words LEg GOdt, which mean “Play Well”.

Today, the LEGO Group remains a family-owned company headquartered in Billund. Its products are now sold in more than 120 countries worldwide.

For more information: www.LEGO.com

About the LEGO Ideas platform

LEGO Ideas offers fans the opportunity to submit their own brick creations with the chance to have their concept brought to life with the help of LEGO master designers and a share of the profits. Find out more at www.ideas.LEGO.com.

STAR WARS and related properties are trademarks and/or copyrights, in the United States and other countries, of Lucasfilm Ltd. and/or its affiliates. © & TM Lucasfilm Ltd.

© 2026 MARVEL

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Gurugram Parents’ Forum Seeks Safeguards for Children Under Article 21

GURUGRAM, October 11, 2026: 

The Parents Forum for Stem Cells in Autism and Cerebral Palsy held a peaceful demonstration at Subhash Chandra Bose Park in Gurugram on Sunday and released an open letter seeking protection of children’s rights under Article 21 of the Constitution. The Forum addressed the letter to the President of India, the Prime Minister, the Union Health Minister, the Chief Justice of India and all judges of the Supreme Court.

The demonstration focused on concerns raised by families following the Supreme Court judgment in Yash Charitable Trust & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors., W.P. (C) 369/2022, concerning stem cell therapy for autism. The Forum, which says it represents around 5,000 parents and families, urged the authorities to consider the concerns of families whose children have undergone the treatment.

Dr Seema Mehrotra, a doctor and parent of an autistic child, said her child had shown improvement after undergoing stem cell therapy. “I am speaking not only as a doctor but also as a mother. I have personally witnessed improvement in my child, and I believe the experiences of families like ours deserve to be heard and examined fairly,” she said.

Many parents and grandparents also participated in the protest, sharing their concerns about the impact of the judgment on children who are already receiving or have previously undergone treatment. Sonia, one of the participating family members, said the gathering reflected the collective concern of families seeking recognition of their experiences and a meaningful opportunity to present their views.

The parents questioned whether affected families received an adequate opportunity to present their views during the proceedings. They also called for consideration of scientific papers, patient testimonials and other evidence submitted in the case.

In its open letter, the Forum urged the authorities to protect children’s fundamental rights, provide parents with a proper hearing and evaluate the scientific literature and reported patient experiences placed on record. It also called for due consideration of the work of Indian doctors and hospitals.

The Forum expressed concern over the direction to transition children already undergoing stem cell therapy towards institutions conducting clinical trials. It argued that the availability of suitable trials and the practical challenges involved in transferring children’s care require consideration.

The parents also highlighted the distinction between stem cell-derived products manufactured by companies and autologous cell procedures, in which cells are taken from and returned to the same patient. They called for the relevant regulatory framework and the perspectives of patients, families and treating doctors to receive due consideration.

The Forum further raised concerns about the implications of the judgment for children already receiving treatment and urged the authorities to consider the circumstances of affected families before implementing measures that could alter their access to care.

The organisers chose Gurugram for the demonstration, citing reported restrictions on public gatherings in Delhi. They said the protest aimed to bring attention to the concerns of parents and seek a meaningful opportunity for affected families to be heard.

Through the open letter, the Forum called for a fair consideration of the scientific, medical and legal issues involved, emphasising that decisions concerning children with autism and cerebral palsy should take their welfare and individual circumstances into account.

The Forum reiterated its demand for the protection of children’s rights under Article 21 and urged the authorities to address the concerns raised by families affected by the judgment.

35,000 Runners Join 9th Quambiant Global Grace Cancer Run 2026 in Hyderabad

Hyderabad, October 11, 2026: More than 35,000 Runners including 300 Cancer Survivors, the biggest ever cancer survivors to participate in any Cancer Run participated in the 9th Edition of Quambiant Global Grace Cancer Run 2026 powered by Evernorth Health Services held on Sunday at Gachibowli Stadium.

The participation of approximately 300 cancer survivors was a major highlight, creating a powerful collective statement of hope, courage and resilience. Organised by Hyderabad-based Grace Cancer Foundation under the theme “Run for Grace. Screen for Life,” the event continues to strengthen public awareness about cancer prevention and the importance of timely diagnosis.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, who could not attend the event due to prior engagements, sent a letter conveying his message to the participants. Dr. Chinnababu Sunkavalli, Founder and Global CEO of Grace Cancer Foundation and Senior Consultant Robotic Surgical Oncologist, read the letter to the gathering.

In his message, the Chief Minister commended the work of Grace Cancer Foundation and appreciated the services rendered by Dr. Chinnababu Sunkavalli. He emphasised the importance of early detection and observed that initiatives such as the Global Grace Cancer Run strengthen public awareness about cancer.

The winners of the men’s and women’s 10K categories received cash prizes of ₹25,000, ₹15,000 and ₹10,000 for the first, second and third places, respectively. The prizes were presented by Telangana Minister D. Sridhar Babu, MP Mallu Ravi and film actress Anaswara Rajan.

In the men’s 10K category, Mukesh Bhambhu secured first place, followed by Rohit Binnar in second place and Nikhar Bhalavi in third place.

In the women’s 10K category, Uma Marripally won first place, while Rajeshwari secured second place and Kalyani finished third.

Speaking after the distribution of prizes to the winners of the 10K run, Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Minister in the Telangana Government, said that participation in the run could help save lives, as the funds raised would support free cancer screening.

He said the initiative also created greater public awareness about the disease. While politicians contribute to social change through their responsibilities in public life, Dr. Chinnababu Sunkavalli and the participants were fulfilling their social responsibility by supporting a cause that could benefit thousands of people.

The Minister observed that the willingness of so many people to participate despite it being a Sunday, when many prefer to remain at home, reflected their commitment to society. He added that the participation of more than 35,000 runners was a reflection of Hyderabad’s civic spirit and social consciousness.

Shri Mallu Ravi, Member of Parliament and a cancer survivor, shared his personal experience with the disease. He said he was diagnosed with cancer in 2005, underwent treatment in the United States and had since recovered.

Emphasising the importance of early diagnosis, he said that cancer can be treated successfully when detected early. He also highlighted the emotional toll of the disease, observing that its impact extends beyond physical health and can undermine a patient’s hope.

His message underscored the importance of awareness, timely medical intervention and emotional support for patients and their families.

Dr. Chinnababu Sunkavalli announced that Grace Cancer Foundation would undertake cancer screening initiatives in the constituencies represented by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Minister D. Sridhar Babu. Following a request from MP Mallu Ravi, the Foundation also agreed to include Nagar Kurnool, his constituency, in the proposed initiative.

Dr. Chinnababu also announced that Grace Cancer Foundation is listed on the Social Stock Exchange, marking an important development in its efforts to advance its social-impact mission.

Film actress Anaswara Rajan urged people to give priority to their health rather than allowing daily chores and other commitments to take precedence. Her message reinforced the importance of preventive healthcare, healthy living and regular medical check-ups.

Among the distinguished guests were Shri V.C. Sajjanar, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad; Dr. Ramesh Masthipuram, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Cyberabad; Ms. Srijana Gummalla, IAS, Municipal Commissioner, Cyberabad Municipal Corporation; Ms. Laura Williams, U.S. Consul General in Hyderabad; Ms. Saina Nehwal, Olympic bronze medallist and Indian badminton player

Other prominent participants included Ministers Mr. Yogendranath Reddy Bommu, Founder and Managing Director, Quambiant Developers and title sponsor of the run; Mr. Kalyan Thota, Senior Director, Finance Operations, Evernorth Health Services; Mr. Ramesh Kaza, Executive Vice President and Country Head, LPL Financial; Shri Sunpreet Singh, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Cyberabad Commissionerate; Shri Arekapudi Gandhi, MLA representing Serilingampally; and Mr. Lakshmi Narayana Dronamraju, Founder and CEO of EQUIPPPP.

The dignitaries participated in and supported the various flag-off ceremonies, lending their support to the cancer awareness movement.

As a curtain-raiser to the main event, Grace Cancer Foundation organised “Hope of Light” at Gachibowli Stadium on Saturday night a night before the event. Around 300 participants took part in the initiative, which featured the release of illuminated lanterns as a symbolic tribute to lives lost to cancer, a celebration of survivors and a message of solidarity with patients undergoing treatment.

Mr. Avinash Mohanty, Commissioner of the Telangana Standards Authority for Food and Essential Drugs (TG SAFE), was associated with the event.

Funds raised through the Global Grace Cancer Run will support free cancer screening for underprivileged communities. Through its mobile screening initiatives, Grace Cancer Foundation aims to reach one lakh people with free screening for non-communicable diseases (NCDs), bringing preventive healthcare services closer to rural communities.

Over the past 13 years, the Foundation reports that its initiatives have reached approximately 1.5 crore people across more than 130 countries. Its work encompasses cancer awareness, preventive healthcare, early detection, treatment support, rehabilitation and research.

The Foundation has trained 4,500 volunteers, organised more than 3,000 events and reached over 870 villages. Its initiatives have facilitated the detection of cancer in 1,983 individuals and provided more than 2,313 free HPV vaccine doses to underprivileged beneficiaries.

LPL Financial was the Global Social Impact Partner for the 2026 edition, while Evernorth Health Services powered the event.

The 9th Edition of the Global Grace Cancer Run reaffirmed the importance of collective action in the fight against cancer, with its central message that early detection saves lives, awareness empowers communities and access to screening can make a meaningful difference.

Score:

Men’s 10K Category

1st Place: Mukesh Bhambhu – 30:25 (Chip Time)

2nd Place: Rohit Binnar – 30:33 (Chip Time)

3rd Place: Nikhar Bhalavi – 31:43 (Chip Time)

Women’s 10K Category

1st Place: Uma Marripally – 39:42 (Chip Time)

2nd Place: Rajeshwari – 41:53 (Chip Time)

3rd Place: Kalyani – 45:23 (Chip Time)

Prize Money (Both Categories)

1st Place: ₹25,000

2nd Place: ₹15,000

3rd Place: ₹10,000

Zoomlion Expands Mining Machinery Business as International Revenue Grows

CHANGSHA, China, Oct. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (“Zoomlion”) is expanding its mining machinery business and strengthening international operations. In the first half of 2026, its mining machinery business grew by more than 57.20% year on year, while company-wide international revenue rose 12.45% to RMB 15.535 billion, accounting for 57.25% of total revenue.

Zoomlion is developing its construction, agricultural and mining machinery businesses across three major global equipment markets. Its mining portfolio covers excavation, loading, haulage, crushing and screening.

Flagship models include the ZE4000G, a 400-tonne mining excavator, and the ZTE520 hybrid electric-drive mining truck, with a rated payload of 300 tonnes.

Zoomlion’s mining engineering roots stretch back decades. In 1987, its predecessor, the Changsha Construction Machinery Research Institute, received a State Council award for developing a complete open-pit mining system capable of handling 10 million tonnes a year.

Zoomlion attributes the recent growth of its mining business to its focus on lowering equipment operating costs through continual product development, real-world testing and new technologies.

The company develops its equipment based on conditions in operating mines. In a previously reported six-month period, Zoomlion’s research teams visited around 150 mines worldwide, identifying and addressing more than 50 technical challenges and incorporating field findings into product development.

“We calculate operating costs across the full equipment lifecycle so customers can see the economic benefit,” said Wu Yuanfeng, deputy general manager of Zoomlion Mining Machinery. “Our pure-electric products can cut costs by more than 50%, and hybrid models can improve profitability by 15% or more, helping mines move toward more efficient, higher-quality operations.”

Electrified mining equipment is also a growing focus for Zoomlion. Its hybrid mining trucks can cut fuel consumption by up to 40%, while its 100-tonne-class battery-electric mining trucks have logged more than 8,000 hours of stable operation. Its ZT160HEV hybrid mining truck can support up to 18 hours of continuous autonomous operation.

Zoomlion is also using automation and digital technology to improve mine productivity. The company has deployed autonomous trucks, remotely operated excavators and a system to coordinate mining fleets. At a large open-pit metal mine in northern China, the system increased average daily trips per truck by over 10%, according to Zoomlion.

The business has also gained traction across several international markets, with electrified equipment delivered to coal mines in Indonesia, open-pit mines in Argentina and projects in Ecuador and several African countries.

In the first half of 2026, Zoomlion’s international revenue reached RMB 15.535 billion, up 12.45% year on year. International business accounted for 57.25% of total revenue, an increase of 1.67 percentage points from a year earlier. The company said growth in South America, Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa and East Asia outpaced its overall international growth rate.

To support its international business, Zoomlion is strengthening localized manufacturing, sales and service capabilities. As of June 30, 2026, it operated more than 30 primary business hubs, over 530 secondary and tertiary outlets, and more than 300 spare parts warehouses worldwide. Its Hungarian aerial work platform factory began production, while its German facility was expanded and upgraded into a multipurpose hub.

“Our overseas front-line operations and back-office teams are now digitally connected, enabling seamless 24-hour coordination,” said Liu Jianqiang, Zoomlion’s marketing director and deputy general manager of its overseas business.

The expansion of mining machinery and the continued growth of international operations are broadening Zoomlion’s sources of revenue. In the first half of 2026, its mining machinery business grew by more than 57.20% year on year, while the company continued to build localized capabilities in overseas markets.

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Zoomlion Expands Mining Machinery Business as International Revenue Grows

CHANGSHA, China, Oct. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (“Zoomlion”) is expanding its mining machinery business and strengthening international operations. In the first half of 2026, its mining machinery business grew by more than 57.20% year on year, while company-wide international revenue rose 12.45% to RMB 15.535 billion, accounting for 57.25% of total revenue.

Zoomlion is developing its construction, agricultural and mining machinery businesses across three major global equipment markets. Its mining portfolio covers excavation, loading, haulage, crushing and screening.

Flagship models include the ZE4000G, a 400-tonne mining excavator, and the ZTE520 hybrid electric-drive mining truck, with a rated payload of 300 tonnes.

Zoomlion’s mining engineering roots stretch back decades. In 1987, its predecessor, the Changsha Construction Machinery Research Institute, received a State Council award for developing a complete open-pit mining system capable of handling 10 million tonnes a year.

Zoomlion attributes the recent growth of its mining business to its focus on lowering equipment operating costs through continual product development, real-world testing and new technologies.

The company develops its equipment based on conditions in operating mines. In a previously reported six-month period, Zoomlion’s research teams visited around 150 mines worldwide, identifying and addressing more than 50 technical challenges and incorporating field findings into product development.

“We calculate operating costs across the full equipment lifecycle so customers can see the economic benefit,” said Wu Yuanfeng, deputy general manager of Zoomlion Mining Machinery. “Our pure-electric products can cut costs by more than 50%, and hybrid models can improve profitability by 15% or more, helping mines move toward more efficient, higher-quality operations.”

Electrified mining equipment is also a growing focus for Zoomlion. Its hybrid mining trucks can cut fuel consumption by up to 40%, while its 100-tonne-class battery-electric mining trucks have logged more than 8,000 hours of stable operation. Its ZT160HEV hybrid mining truck can support up to 18 hours of continuous autonomous operation.

Zoomlion is also using automation and digital technology to improve mine productivity. The company has deployed autonomous trucks, remotely operated excavators and a system to coordinate mining fleets. At a large open-pit metal mine in northern China, the system increased average daily trips per truck by over 10%, according to Zoomlion.

The business has also gained traction across several international markets, with electrified equipment delivered to coal mines in Indonesia, open-pit mines in Argentina and projects in Ecuador and several African countries.

In the first half of 2026, Zoomlion’s international revenue reached RMB 15.535 billion, up 12.45% year on year. International business accounted for 57.25% of total revenue, an increase of 1.67 percentage points from a year earlier. The company said growth in South America, Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa and East Asia outpaced its overall international growth rate.

To support its international business, Zoomlion is strengthening localized manufacturing, sales and service capabilities. As of June 30, 2026, it operated more than 30 primary business hubs, over 530 secondary and tertiary outlets, and more than 300 spare parts warehouses worldwide. Its Hungarian aerial work platform factory began production, while its German facility was expanded and upgraded into a multipurpose hub.

“Our overseas front-line operations and back-office teams are now digitally connected, enabling seamless 24-hour coordination,” said Liu Jianqiang, Zoomlion’s marketing director and deputy general manager of its overseas business.

The expansion of mining machinery and the continued growth of international operations are broadening Zoomlion’s sources of revenue. In the first half of 2026, its mining machinery business grew by more than 57.20% year on year, while the company continued to build localized capabilities in overseas markets.

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Garden Café Newtown Celebrates National Dessert Day

Kolkata, October 10th 2026:This National Dessert Day, Garden Café, Newtown celebrates the joy of desserts with its international bakery cake collection, curated by Chef Bipasha Majumdar. Bringing together global baking techniques, premium ingredients and familiar flavours, the collection offers a selection of cakes and desserts made for everyday indulgence.

Chef Bipasha Majumdar brings experience from leading hospitality brands across the Turks & Caicos, Dubai’s St. Regis Garden and Atlantis The Palm to Garden Café’s bakery. Her approach combines international baking styles with balanced flavours and a focus on quality, texture and presentation.

The collection features favourites such as the Milk Fudge Cake (Parsi Mawa Cake), made with slow-cooked milk fudge, and the Filter Coffee Cake, combining South Indian filter coffee with chocolate sponge. Other offerings include the Chocolate Mousse Box, Caramel Biscoff Cup, Toasted Milk & Dulce Brownie, Strawberry Swiss Roll, Pistachio Dome Tart, Biscoff Cheesecake, Blackberry Layered Cake, Almond Tart and Raspberry Lamington, bringing together a variety of textures, flavours and international dessert inspirations.

The bakery also offers Chef’s signature creations, including The Coffee Bean, with dark roast coffee mousse, hazelnut filling and coffee-soaked sponge; the Black Velvet Tart, with raspberry compote and cream cheese; and a New York-style Blueberry Cheesecake topped with blueberry compote. Together, these creations reflect Chef’s contemporary take on classic desserts, combining familiar favourites with refined techniques and distinctive flavour combinations.

For guests who prefer freshly prepared desserts, Garden Café Newtown also serves Belgian Waffles made to order in Vanilla, Chocolate and Red Velvet flavours.

This National Dessert Day, Garden Café, Newtown invites guests to explore its international bakery collection by Chef Bipasha Majumdar and enjoy a selection of handcrafted cakes and desserts made with quality ingredients and thoughtfully balanced flavours.

“Desserts have a way of bringing people together and putting a smile on their faces, whether it’s a slice of cake shared over coffee or a waffle made fresh to order.”

— Chef Bipasha Majumdar

As AI Reshapes Work and Wellbeing, Menthra Asks: What Is the Human Advantage?

On World Mental Health Day, the emotional wellbeing platform brought together leaders, creators and changemakers in Hyderabad to explore human potential, wellbeing and the capabilities that matter in the age of AI.

Hyderabad, October 10, 2026: As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the way people work, create, communicate and make decisions, Menthra brought together a diverse community of leaders and changemakers for ‘Human Advantage’, a gathering at Avasa Hotel, HITEC City, built around a fundamental question: “As AI becomes more capable, what becomes more valuable about being human?”

Bringing together voices from business, technology, healthcare, psychology, education, entrepreneurship and the creative community, the event explored the human capabilities that will be critical to thriving alongside AI, including emotional wellbeing, resilience, connection, creativity and leadership.

The event came at a significant moment for the global mental health conversation. This year’s World Mental Health Day theme, ‘Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change’, calls for people with lived experience to have a meaningful role in shaping mental health policies, services and decisions.

Human Advantage built on this idea by creating a space where different experiences and perspectives could come together, not only to discuss technology, but to examine its impact on human connection, emotional wellbeing, resilience, creativity, leadership and the way we live and work.

The day moved through three connected movements. The first rediscovered human possibility and what changes as machines grow more capable: what becomes more valuable in us, and how we move through change. The second looked at balance at work, at progress measured against humanity, and at mental wellbeing. The third turned forward, to who we become, what we choose to build, and ultimately what all of it is for. It closed where responsibility belongs, with human choice.

Speaking at the event, Dinakara Nagalla, founder of Menthra, said: “AI will change the way we live and work, but our greatest advantage will always be our ability to be human. Human Advantage was about recognising that the future isn’t only about smarter technology. It’s about stronger, more resilient and more connected people.”

The speakers were:

●        Srikanth Bolla, Chairman, Bollant Industries

●        Mihir Ahuja, Actor, Singer and Beatboxer

●        Dr. Rajorshi Ganguli, President and Global HR Head, Alkem Laboratories

●        Radhakrishna Bollineni, VP (AI), IBM

●        Voleti Karthik, Founder, Flashoot

●        Prerana Nayak, GM (Health, India), Microsoft AI

●        Sathwik Maanthini, Founder, Communitie

●        Garima Deveshwar-Bahl, Founder, Avasaram Leadership

●        Deepti Varma, VP, PXT, Amazon Stores

●        Sarita Sarkar, Founder, Sarkar’s Kitchen and Madikeri Craft Coffee

●        Meraj Faheem, CEO (i/c), Telangana Innovation Cell, Government of Telangana

●        Prof. Ashok Kumar Pandey, Professor and Dean (Academics), IIT Hyderabad

●        Manisha Saboo, Chief Executive, Infosys Foundation

●        Dr. Ch. Preeti Reddy, Vice Chairperson, Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth

●        Prashant Jain, Founder, shaant.ai 

Illusionist and mentalist Chirag Jethwaney gave a featured experience. The speakers’ perspectives added depth to the conversations around human potential, wellbeing, leadership and the evolving role of humanity in the age of AI.

Menthra believes that the future of technology and human wellbeing cannot be viewed separately. As AI becomes increasingly embedded in everyday life, the ability to understand and support human emotional wellbeing will be central to helping individuals and organisations adapt, grow and thrive.

Chandigarh University Launches Campus Tank Season 2 with US $15-Million Funding Pool to Help Young Innovators Take Ideas to Market; Accelerate India’s Start-up Growth

Chandigarh University Launches CU-IRP in Collaboration with IIT Madras as a Plug-and-Play R&D Hub to Connect Industry with Academic Research and Startups

CHANDIGARH, India, Oct. 10, 2026/PRNewswire/ — Chandigarh: Expanding funding opportunities for India’s next generation of entrepreneurs, Chandigarh University has launched Season 2 of Campus Tank – ‘India’s Next Unicorn’, India’s first university-led startup launchpad with a US$15-million funding pool up from US$6 million in Season 1, providing young innovators opportunity to pitch their ideas and access investors, mentorship and support to take their ideas to market and strengthen India’s start-up growth and build capacity to develop market-ready products and technology-driven enterprises.

The announcements was made on the second day of the national-level Incubator & Capital Summit 2026 and ISBACON 2026, organised by Chandigarh University Technology Business Incubator (CU-TBI) in association with the Indian Science and Technology Entrepreneurs Parks and Business Incubators Association (ISBA) at Chandigarh University that brought together 400 incubators institutions from over 20 States and Union Territories, 100 curated startups, 80 investors and more than 60 government, policy and industry delegates on a common platform to strengthen India’s startup and deep-tech capabilities. The launch builds on the overwhelming response to Season 1 that recorded 21,789 registrations from more than 1,200 cities including over 10,800 registrations from universities and colleges. The new season brings together eight investment partners including APNA, Venture Catalysts, Aeravti Ventures, PedalStart, Eaglewings, Faad, Be an Angel and Cube Founders Space.

Naveen Jindal, Member of Parliament and Chairman, Jindal Steel attended as Chief Guest alongside Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Chancellor of Chandigarh University, Satnam Singh Sandhu. The prominent among other dignitaries who participated in the summit were Kris Gopalakrishnan, Co-founder, Infosys, Nirmit Parikh, Group CEO, Apna, Hemant Malhotra, COO, Venture Catalysts (VCats), Prof V Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, Dr. Gaurav Raina, Professor, IIT Madras, Dr Preet Deep Singh, Public Policy, Amazon, Umesh V. Waghmare, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India among others.

Speaking on the occasion, Naveen Jindal, Member of Parliament and Chairman of Jindal Steel said, “India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047 will be driven by youth of the nation pursuing their own ideas, passions and aspirations. Unlike 10 or 20 years ago, young people today have access to far greater opportunities, knowledge, funding and platforms to turn their ideas into reality. India does not lack talent or imagination what young innovators need is the right opportunity, an encouraging environment and support to realise their potential. Initiatives such as Chandigarh University Innovation and Research Park, in collaboration with IIT Madras, and Campus Tank Season 2 can help bridge this gap by connecting promising founders with investors, mentors and resources.”

“I would leave young entrepreneurs with three thoughts, start before you feel completely ready, test your ideas, fail early and learn fast, think big, but build solutions that address real problems and genuine needs and stay rooted because success without service to society is incomplete. Pursue your ideas with passion but remain open to criticism and learn from setbacks. Success takes time and requires conviction, teamwork and perseverance as I experienced during my decade-long effort to secure the right to fly the national flag. Enjoy the journey, not just the outcome. And when you succeed, take others along with you. In a country as large and diverse as India, our progress must also create opportunities for those who are less fortunate.”

Rajya Sabha MP and Chandigarh University Chancellor Satnam Singh Sandhu said, “Campus Tank is an initiative by Chandigarh University aimed at providing young people from small towns and villages with a platform, mentorship and investment opportunities to turn their startup ideas into reality. A nation progresses by drawing inspiration from the vision of its national leadership. After Independence, people spent much of their time striving to meet basic needs. However, in 2014, the country witnessed a new ray of hope with the vision of Viksit Bharat and Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Today, the world’s perception of India and Indians has changed and every Indian is filled with confidence and believes that India will become a developed nation by 2047. Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, Chandigarh University recognized its responsibility in nation-building and launched initiatives such as Campus Tank. He believes that the contribution an educational institution can make to nation-building is difficult for any other institution to replicate. It is essential to transform the potential of young people into opportunities and contribute to building a self-reliant and developed India.”

Nirmit Parikh, Group CEO, Apna said, “The first season of Campus Tank was a huge success and the second season of Campus Tank will be even better with three key themes. First, with the advent of AI, jobs in India and across the world need a lot of reskilling and upskilling. So lots of startups will come up inside that space. Secondly, AI models need pre-training and post-training, so I’ll be excited to see startups coming inside that space. And the third thing is applied AI. So I’m excited about startups in these three areas.  I strongly believe that India will not only build applied AI solutions for India but also for the world,”.

Hemant Malhotra, COO, Venture Catalysts (VCats) said, “The real opportunity lies in discovering promising founders beyond metro cities and supporting them at the right time. India’s next unicorn could emerge from anywhere, and what matters is identifying founders solving real problems, demonstrating customer traction and understanding their markets. At Venture Catalysts, our commitment goes beyond funding to mentoring startups, strengthening their go-to-market strategies and connecting them with the right mentors and incubation support to scale their businesses. Our participation in Campus Tank Season 2 reflects a long-term commitment to Chandigarh University and its startups. Together, we aim to help promising founders access the capital, guidance and support they need to build scalable businesses and take their ventures to the next level.”

India Needs Partnerships for Innovation, IIT Madras-Chandigarh University MoU to Drive innovation at Scale, says Dr Gaurav Raina, Professor, IIT Madras

Dr Gaurav Raina, Professor, IIT Madras said, “IIT Madras Research Park which has incubated 575 startups valued at over 8.5 billion US dollars, generated more than 10,000 jobs, in past 15 years. Our next vision is to have a startup a day and our 2030 vision is to have an IPO a month. Given the size of our country and the problems we have, there’s an opportunity over the next 20-25 years to have 10,000 unicorns. For this, just building platforms for innovation is not going to be enough. For innovation at scale, we don’t need just platform but partnerships also. And it is in that context that we have actually an MOU between Chandigarh University and the IIT Madras Innovation and Research ecosystem to actually build innovation at scale,’

Chandigarh University Launches CU-IRP in Collaboration with IIT Madras as a Plug-and-Play R&D Hub to Connect Industry with Academic Research and Startups

Complementing the Campus Tank Season 2 announcement, Chandigarh University launched the Chandigarh University Innovation & Research Park (CU-IRP) in collaboration with IIT Madras which will serve as a plug-and-play R&D hub for industry, bringing corporate research centres closer to university researchers, faculty, students and startups to facilitate industry-linked research, product development and the translation of innovations into market-ready solutions. The CU-IRP launch was attended by MP Satnam Singh Sandhu and MP Naveen Jindal, along with representatives of IIT Madras. The launch also included the announcement of a ₹50-crore innovation and startup fund to provide financial support to promising ventures and strengthen the commercialisation of research and the development of startups.

Modelled on the IIT Madras Research Park, CU-IRP’s Phase 1 pilot is planned across 30,000–40,000 square feet, providing dedicated space for research, incubation and R&D to bring industry, academic expertise and startups together to develop market-ready solutions. It will bring together Centres of Excellence and advanced laboratories, C-Hub’s incubation and venture infrastructure, and industry consultancy and sponsored research. Planned facilities include MakerSpace; Frontier Labs focused on Artificial Intelligence, Bose-Einstein Quantum and Robotics; and industry anchor laboratories in GeoAI, Automation & Exoskeleton, Biotech and Agritech. A Product Studio and an Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Office will further support product development and the transfer of research innovations towards commercial applications. CU-IRP will also serve as a platform for credit-based participation by faculty and students in industry projects, enabling companies to work directly with academic teams on research, technology development and product innovation.

Campus Tank Season 1 Winners Announced; Krvvy, Offlyn and Medoc Health Emerge as Winners

The programme on the second day included the announcement of the winners of the Campus Tank Season 1. The Campus Tank Season 1 recognized three startups for their innovation and business potential.

Krvvy was adjudged as the winner which was co-founded by Thapar University engineering graduates Yash Goyal and Anant Bhardwaj. The women’s innerwear and shapewear brand focuses on comfort, fit and products designed around Indian body types. It received a proposed ₹4-crore investment commitment from Venture Catalysts against a ₹12-crore funding round and a ₹60-crore valuation.

Offlyn, founded by Kumar Ayush Sinha, a postgraduate in Technology and Business Management from Masters’ Union and R. V. College of Engineering alumnus Arpit Arora is a platform for discovering, booking and hosting offline experiences including workshops, supper clubs and social gatherings. It received a proposed funding allocation of ₹3.85 crore at a ₹25-crore post-money valuation.

Medoc Health, founded by Chandigarh University alumnus Utkarsh Luthra, develops hospital management and healthcare technology. With a proposed ₹1-crore funding allocation, it serves 98 hospitals across five states and reported ₹1.26-crore revenue in FY2025–26, with an estimated valuation of ₹24 crore. Together, the three winners span consumer products, offline experiences and healthcare technology.

ICS26 Demo Day featured startup pitches across four tracks, followed by recognition of four track winners and an Investor’s Choice award. The summit also included an industry roundtable on “The Future of R&D on Indian Campuses”, examining the role of industry partnerships in university research and innovation.

About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.

Website address: https://www.cuchd.in/

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