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16 Jul

HomestaysBnB Sets Out to Transform Indian Tourism With a Trust-Driven, Opportunity-First Platform

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessHomestaysBnB, Hospitality Innovation, Indian tourism, Prashant Unnikrishnan, Travel Tech

The tourism industry in India has grown considerably over the years; however, the majority of the potential still lies within the ambit of conventional hotels and travel agencies. This is where HomestaysBnB, an innovator platform created by entrepreneur Prashant Unnikrishnan, aims at bringing about change in the form of a digital platform wherein the tourism sector will bring in profit not just for the accommodation providers, but for the local economy as a whole. Based out of Ranchi, this platform is going to help connect travelers to more than just homestays, villas, and guest houses. Rather, it is set to…

15 Jul

Rajesh Reddy Launches HubbleMeet, an Integrated Professional Networking Platform

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessHubbleMeet, Professional Identity Platform, Professional Networking Platform, QR Business Cards, Rajesh Reddy Telur, Virtual Business Cards

Bengaluru, (Karnataka) [India]: Entrepreneur Rajesh Reddy has announced the launch of HubbleMeet Technologies Pvt. Ltd., introducing HubbleMeet, a platform designed to bring professional identity, networking, and digital business cards together in one seamless experience. Founded in 2025, HubbleMeet enables professionals, entrepreneurs, consultants, founders, business owners, and students to create a dynamic professional identity that can be instantly shared through QR-enabled digital business cards and 30-second video introductions. The platform is designed to simplify networking while helping users build meaningful business relationships and establish professional credibility. The idea for HubbleMeet emerged from Rajesh Reddy’s more than two decades of business experience.…

15 Jul

From the Cockpit to the Boardroom: How Wing Commander Anthony Anish (Retd) Is Shaping India’s Startup and Innovation Ecosystem

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessAir Force to Entrepreneur, Anthony Anish, Business Consultant India, COO T-Hub, Startup Leadership India, Wing Commander Anthony Anish

The Indian Armed forces have always been famous for producing some of the most outstanding Military leaders. However these traits of leadership are not just limited to the defence environment. After retirement these leaders have now donned crisp suits and are contributing to nation building from Board rooms of large organizations. They solve corporate problems with military precision and innovative solutions which are honed in battlefield situations. They bring sharp and decisive leadership from the war room to the board room especially during uncertain and challenging times. One such case of transition from battlefield to boardroom is that of Wing…

15 Jul

Isha Kuhar Builds WAB Coffee Co. Into One of India’s Fastest-Growing Premium Café Brands

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessCafé Franchise, Isha Kuhar, Noida Coffee Brand, Premium Coffee India, WAB Coffee Co.

In a market where the presence of international chains of coffee has been dominating the choices of consumers for ages, Indian coffee brands are gradually evolving to bring out their version of a luxury café. At the helm of this journey is Isha Kuhar, founder of WAB Coffee Co., who has managed to turn her passion for coffee into a fast-rising café chain by combining the elements of specialty coffee, fine dining, and creative designs. WAB Coffee Co., established in 2024, was founded by the vision of having a homegrown café brand that provides more than just coffee. With a…

15 Jul

How CleanFoldz India’s First AI-Powered Laundry Brand is Rewriting a ₹70,000 Crore Industry

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessAI Laundry, CleanFoldz, Dry Cleaning Services, Laundry Business India, Laundry Franchise India

Mumbai, (Maharashtra), [India]: India's ₹ 70,000-crore laundry industry has remained largely fragmented and unorganised despite rapid technological advancements in other consumer sectors. Founded in 2023, CleanFoldz Laundry is changing that narrative as India's first AI-powered laundry and dry-cleaning brand, combining artificial intelligence, automation, data analytics and standardised operations to modernise one of the country's oldest service industries. In just over two years, CleanFoldz has expanded from a single location to 18 operational locations across four states, served more than 10,000 happy customers, and recently signed its first Master Franchise for Hyderabad and Secunderabad, marking the next chapter in its national…

15 Jul

Nikhil Varghese: Chartered Accountant Driving the Next Phase of Welgate Lifestyle’s Growth

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessChartered Accountant, Kerala Entrepreneur, Nikhil Varghese, Welgate Lifestyle, Wellness Retail

Nikhil Varghese is a Chartered Accountant and entrepreneur serving as Director of Welgate Lifestyle, one of Kerala's growing names in the health and wellness retail sector. Combining professional financial expertise with entrepreneurial vision, he has played a key role in transforming a family business with decades of legacy into a modern wellness-focused enterprise serving the evolving needs of health-conscious consumers. Having qualified as a Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in 2018, Nikhil brings a strong foundation in finance, business strategy, and corporate management. As a Kerala entrepreneur, he represents the next generation of leadership…

14 Jul

Bharat Charge Announces Association with South Central Railway to Expand Ultra-Fast EV Charging Network

The News Horizon0 CommentsAutoBharat Charge, Electric Mobility India, EV charging infrastructure, South Central Railway, Ultra-Fast EV Charging

Three new EV charging hubs at Hyderabad railway stations to launch by August 15 - a gift of green mobility to India this Independence Day Hyderabad (Telangana) [India]: Bharat Charge, a T-Hub incubated EV infrastructure startup, has announced an association with South Central Railway (SCR), a part of Indian Railways, to set up ultra-fast EV charging stations at three key railway stations in Hyderabad - HITEC City, Hafeezpet, and Begumpet. The stations are targeted to go live by August 15, 2026, timed as the company's contribution to India's 80th Independence Day. HITEC City Railway Station will house a 360 kW…

14 Jul

Sandydesignstudio Emerges as India’s Strategy-First Brand Partner for Founders Who Are Building Something That Lasts

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessbrand identity design Chennai, brand strategy firm Chennai, digital brand strategist India, end-to-end brand strategy, go-to-market strategy India, organic brand growth

What began in August 2023 as a solo freelance effort in Chennai has grown into Sandydesignstudio, a twelve-member brand strategy firm working with more than 35 brands across India. Founded by Santhosh S, the firm was built on a single conviction: a business with a strong product deserves a brand that is equally strong. Without that, no amount of marketing spend changes the outcome. Sandydesignstudio does not operate as a conventional creative agency. It is a brand strategy firm. Every engagement begins with diagnosis, positioning, and strategic architecture before a single design is produced or a single video is shot.…

14 Jul

Prasinos Tech Showcases Sustainable Water Innovation at ICC Conference on Water Security and Industrial Sustainability

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessIndustrial Water Management, Lake Rejuvenation, Nanobubble Technology, Prasinos Tech Innovations

Hyderabad, (Telangana) [India]: As industries and cities across India grapple with increasing water stress, sustainable water management has become central to the country's long-term economic and environmental priorities. Recognising this need, the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) recently hosted its high-level conference, "Water Security & Industrial Sustainability: Innovative Solutions for Urban and Industrial Water Management in Telangana & Andhra Pradesh," bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, technology innovators, researchers, municipalities, and sustainability professionals to discuss the future of water resilience. Among the key contributors at the conference was Prasinos Tech Innovations, which participated as a speaker, sharing its expertise in advanced…

07 Jul

How Musskan Agarwaal Is Building Brands That People Remember Through August Media Connect

The News Horizon0 CommentsBusinessAugust Media Connect, Brand Storytelling, Digital Marketing, entrepreneurship, Musskan Agarwaal

In a world where brands are constantly fighting for attention, Kolkata-based entrepreneur Musskan Agarwaal believes attention alone isn't enough. "People remember how something made them feel," she says. "That's what builds a brand." It's a philosophy that led her to start August Media Connect, a creative marketing agency built around one simple idea: every business has something meaningful to say. Long before she understood marketing, Musskan was fascinated by the way people made decisions. She remembers watching her mother leave home intending to buy one thing and return with five. She noticed which billboards stayed with her, which shop displays…