Indian firm bags consultancy contract for Bangladesh port

NXP Launches UCODE X to Boost RAIN RFID Performance

NXP Semiconductors has announced UCODE X, a next-generation RAIN RFID chip offering industry-leading read and write sensitivity, flexible memory configurations and the lowest power consumption in its class. The solution supports smaller RAIN RFID labels, opening up new high-volume use cases across retail, logistics, healthcare and pharmaceuticals.The launch comes as global product traceability and consumer safety regulations continue to evolve, including the EU Digital Product Passport and the US FSMA 204 framework. UCODE X allows critical product data such as expiration dates, lot numbers and..

Investor Home Solutions Hosts Landmark Branded Residences Meet

India’s luxury property market marked a significant milestone as Investor Home Solutions (IHS) brought together over 2,000 all-industry high-net-worth investors under one roof at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Held on 10 January, the invite-only meet focused exclusively on the emerging branded residences segment, underscoring its growing relevance within India’s ultra-luxury real estate landscape.The meet moved away from conventional property showcases and instead centred on investment-led discussions, market insights and long-term value creation in globally inspired luxury residences. It highlig..

CAQM Orders Closure of 16 NCR Industrial Units

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) recently directed the closure of 16 industrial units across the National Capital Region after inspections revealed gross and persistent violations of environmental norms. The action is part of CAQM’s intensified enforcement drive to curb air pollution and ensure strict compliance with statutory directions. Of the affected units, one is located in Uttar Pradesh (NCR), one in Rajasthan (NCR), while the remaining 14 operate in Haryana’s Sonipat district. The inspections identified serious lapses, including operation without mandatory Consent t..