
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 7, 2026 -- Lumina Datamatics, a global leader in content, retail support, and technology solutions, today announced the completion of its acquisition of TNQTech , a leading Chennai-based publishing technology company. This transaction marks a significant milestone in Lumina Datamatics organic and inorganic growth strategy and positions the combined organization among the world s largest providers of scholarly publishing solutions.
LONDON , Aug. 6, 2026 -- AXA XL, which currently holds approximately 49% of S-RM, today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the remaining shares of the company. S-RM is a specialist corporate intelligence and cyber security consultancy. Founded in 2005 and supporting clients in 140 countries, S-RM helps global businesses and investors navigate complex risks through intelligence, cyber security, and crisis response services. Its expertise includes cyber risk assessment, managed detection and incident response, specialist investigations, geopolitical intelligence, and integrity and reputational due diligence.
newsOne of Manga s Greatest Undertakings: Nearly 400 Titles, 100 Languages, 1 Million Pages, For Free TOKYO , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Shueisha Inc., one of the world s leading manga publishers, has launched MANGA MILLION, a new digital platform available for a limited time that provides readers worldwide with free access to manga with no registration required. In keeping with the theme of its 100th anniversary, MANGA MILLION offers a collection of one million pages of Shueisha manga in over 100 languages.

JAKARTA, Indonesia , Aug. 7, 2026 -- Indonesia s first industry alliance dedicated to FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV) has been launched in Jakarta, bringing together broadcasters, technology companies and media organisations to support the digital transformation of television. The Indonesia FAST Media Alliance was jointly initiated by Coolita and the China Intercontinental Communication Center (CICC). Its founding members include Indonesia s leading public and private broadcasters TVRI, Metro TV, GARUDA TV, BTV, Jawa Pos Multimedia and JAKTV with Tencent Cloud serving as the technology partner.
APIA, Samoa , Aug. 6, 2026 -- On August 5, HTX officially launched the second phase of its TradFi Trade to Earn campaign. The event brings together 28 selected TradFi perpetual futures trading pairs across four major asset categories: stocks, indices, commodities, and precious metals. Through a dual-track incentive structure, users can trade with negative fee rates and support HTX buybacks. With a total prize pool of 80,000, the event allows users to trade popular global TradFi assets while earning substantial rewards.
newsBreakthrough ultra-low R DS ( on ) drift technology delivers higher efficiency, greater power density, and enhanced reliability for next-generation power systems. NEW DELHI , Aug. 5, 2026 -- Para Light Electronics today announced the official launch of its ThermaFlat SiC MOSFET family (ThermaFlat I and ThermaFlat II), targeting a fundamental thermal challenge in next-generation high-power design. Powered by Para Light s Ultra-Low R DS ( on ) Drift Technology, the new semiconductor portfolio breaks through one of the industry s most persistent technical bottlenecks delivering exceptional thermal stability, reduced conduction losses, and unmatched reliability across rapidly expanding electrification markets.

Company s third LTC reinsurance transaction and first on a standalone LTC block, highlighting Manulife s ability to transact in various structures Full risk transfer on the biometric risk with no asset transfer Upon closing, Manulife will have cumulatively reduced LTC risk by 24% TORONTO , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Manulife Financial Corporation ( Manulife or the Company ) announced today that it has agreed to reinsure biometric risk 1 on a block of long-term care ( LTC ) policies with 3.2 billion of reserves 2 to Munich American Reassurance Company ( Munich Re Life US ), a subsidiary of Munich Re Group, highlighting the Company s continued efforts to reduce the risk profile of its inforce portfolio. The transaction is expected to close in Q4 2026 pending regulatory approvals.
Sensors measure moisture, fat/oil, color, and temperature in-line for improved process control. WESTBOROUGH, Mass. , Aug. 5, 2026 -- Increasingly, food processors are striving for zero-defects by measuring as many quality parameters as possible in various stages of production. To assist processors in meeting this goal, KPM Analytics announced the new MCT700 Series NIR (near infrared) sensors that provide continuous in-line measurement of moisture, fat/oil, color, and product temperature.
newsINDIANAPOLIS , Aug. 3, 2026 -- IMG (International Medical Group) is excited to be accepting applications for its annual Leave Your Mark Grant . In its tenth year, the Leave Your Mark initiative is designed to invest in causes addressed by mission and social good organizations around the world. Grant applications will be accepted August 1 through September 13, 2026 . IMG will be granting funds to five winners: two mission or social good organizations and three individuals participating in a mission, volunteer, or service trip. The two winning organizations will receive 3,500 each, and the three winning individuals will receive 1,000 each.

Over 1,000 J&K Bank branches to offer SBI Life s protection, savings, retirement, and child plans, making it easier for local families to secure their financial future MUMBAI, India , Aug. 7, 2026 -- Strengthening its commitment to financial security across the nation, SBI Life Insurance will enable families across Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh to take a step closer towards securing their financial future. SBI Life Insurance, one of India s leading life insurers, today announced a strategic corporate agency tie-up with J&K Bank (Jammu & Kashmir Bank), a Scheduled Commercial Bank and one of the oldest private sector banks in India.
COVENTRY, England , Aug. 7, 2026 -- One of Britain s most historic names in coachbuilding enters a new chapter. Thrupp & Maberly, whose origins trace back to the eighteenth century, returns as a contemporary British coachbuilding atelier dedicated to creating highly bespoke motor cars for a discerning international clientele. Based in Coventry, the company combines traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering, contemporary design, and uncompromising attention to detail.
newsSix decades of sector expertise and AI-powered growth intelligence help organisations navigate decarbonisation, digital transformation and the evolving built environment LONDON , Aug. 6, 2026 -- As Frost & Sullivan celebrates its 65th anniversary, the company is reflecting on its long-standing role in helping organisations anticipate the forces reshaping the Energy & Buildings industry and translate market disruption into transformational growth opportunities.

On National Handloom Day, the School of Arts and Design, Woxsen University, swapped lecture slides for loom demonstrations, hosted by the Weaver Service Centre, Hyderabad HYDERABAD, India , Aug. 7, 2026 -- What if the person teaching a design class wasn t a professor, but a master weaver? That was the premise Woxsen University s School of Arts and Design established this National Handloom Day, in collaboration with the Weaver Service Centre (WSC), Hyderabad, for a session built around India s handloom traditions and the artisans who keep them alive.
The revitalised basketball court gives approximately 2,000 future healthcare professionals a dedicated space to recharge, connect, and build community activities beyond their academic training LAGOS, Nigeria , Aug. 7, 2026 -- STARCARES, the community impact initiative of STARTRADER, has completed the redevelopment of the basketball court at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, giving approximately 2,000 students a dedicated space for recreation, teamwork, and campus connection beyond their medical training.
newsSchool-University Collaboration is Vital for Harnessing the Raw Potential of Tech-Savvy Gen Z : Dr Dapinder Bakshi, Joint Director PSCST CHANDIGARH, India , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Chandigarh University hosted the State Level Orientation Workshop of the 32 nd National Children s Science Congress (NCSC)-2026 under the aegis of the National Council for Science & Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India in collaboration with the Punjab State Council for Science & Technology (PSCST), bringing together distinguished academicians, policymakers, scientists, district coordinators, science educators, academicians and subject experts from across Punjab to strengthen the implementation of the country s flagship children s science programme. More than 110 districts coordinators and representatives from all 23 districts of Punjab attended the workshop.