11, Sep 2026
Inside Podium’s Exclusive Evening at Hollywood’s Magic Castle
Sept 11: Earlier this month, Podium brought together some of the internet’s most recognizable creators, podcast hosts and entertainment industry leaders for an intimate evening inside Hollywood’s iconic Magic Castle.
The private celebration marked an exciting new chapter for the rapidly growing, creator-first podcast network, formerly known as The Roost Podcast Network.
Podium and Night’s leadership team celebrate the network’s latest chapter at the Magic Castle. From left: Ezra Cooperstein, President of Night; Catherine Browne, Vice President of Revenue and Partnerships at Podium; Reed Duchscher, CEO of Night; and Taylor Kelly, Chief Strategy Officer at Night. Photo courtesy of Kevin Kling.
The guest list included Jeff Wittek, Jake Webber, Johnnie Guilbert, Gianni Paolo, Kristi Cook (aka Spill Sesh), Coco Mocoe and more. Podium creators and executives were joined by fellow digital talent, podcast hosts and leaders from across the entertainment industry.
Johnnie Guilbert and Jake Webber attend Podium’s private event at the Magic Castle. Photo courtesy of CooolShotzBooth and Kevin Kling
The celebration coincided with the announcement of four new creator-led shows joining the Podium network: Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, Commander at Home, Stan Wars and Love, Lex P.
The additions continue Podium’s expansion following The Roost Podcast Network’s relaunch as Podium and the signing of Just Trish with Trisha Paytas. The network is also home to some of the biggest creator-led shows including This Past Weekend with Theo Von, The Yard, Sam & Colby Reacts and Weekly Teacap with Kristi Cook.
Jeff Wittek attends Podium’s private celebration at the Magic Castle. Photo courtesy of Michael Tullberg.
The evening brought Podium’s creator-first vision to life by gathering digital talent, entertainment executives and industry insiders under one roof. With its historic setting, camera-free atmosphere and impressive guest list, the event offered a fitting celebration of Podium’s next era.
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- By Neel Achary
11, Sep 2026
UPI Based Pension Access Set to Reach More Unorganised Workers
Mumbai, Sep 11: India is looking to use digital technology to expand pension coverage among workers in the unorganised sector, many of whom do not have access to regular employer-backed retirement benefits.
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is developing easier digital solutions to help millions of such workers join the formal pension system. The focus is on making registration, contribution and access to pension services simpler through mobile-based platforms.
A key initiative in this direction is the NPS Instant platform, which uses a UPI-based digital framework. It is designed to allow users to open a pension account through their mobile phones and make contributions digitally through UPI.
The move could make pension enrolment more convenient for workers who may otherwise find traditional registration processes difficult or time-consuming. By bringing pension services closer to people through familiar digital payment systems, the initiative is also expected to support wider financial inclusion.
The e-Shram database maintained by the Ministry of Labour could further strengthen this effort. The database contains verified information on a large number of workers and can potentially help simplify pension account opening and identification of eligible beneficiaries.
PFRDA is also working on multilingual and user-friendly digital solutions so that pension services can reach people across different regions and language groups. The broader objective is to make retirement planning easier to understand and access, particularly for workers outside the formal employment system.
Another area under consideration is the development of pension products offering guaranteed returns. PFRDA is examining different options for creating such products for the non-government sector. While the Unified Pension Scheme includes a guarantee mechanism for government employees, developing a comparable framework for other workers presents additional challenges.
An expert committee is currently examining the issue, while PFRDA is also working on products that could potentially support future guaranteed-return pension offerings.
The regulator has also completed the proof of concept for a new product called ‘Swastya’. Final guidelines for the product are expected shortly, with its formal launch likely within the next 30 days.
The increasing use of technology in pension services could have a wider impact on India’s financial ecosystem. Easier pension access can encourage more workers to begin long-term savings, strengthen financial security after retirement and gradually increase the participation of the unorganised workforce in formal financial systems.
At the same time, India’s bond market is seeing growing interest from retail investors. Online Bond Platform Providers are contributing to this trend by making bond investments more accessible to individual investors.
Together, these developments point towards a broader shift in India’s financial sector, where digital platforms are increasingly being used to expand access, simplify financial products and bring more people into formal financial systems.
11, Sep 2026
ASHRAE, UNEP Renew Environmental Partnership
ATLANTA | Sept 11 – ASHRAE and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have renewed their longstanding partnership to advance sustainable refrigeration and air conditioning, signing a new Memorandum of Understanding that strengthens cooperation on lifecycle refrigerant management, energy efficiency, technology, safety and capacity building in developing countries.
UNEP OzonAction and ASHRAE have cooperated strategically since 2007 to advance sustainable, lower-GWP technologies and best practices in the Refrigeration Servicing Sector (RSS).
The new agreement establishes a two-year framework to support the implementation of the Montreal Protocol and its Kigali Amendment. Priorities include strengthening the refrigeration and air-conditioning workforce in developing countries, advancing international standards and technical guidance, promoting energy-efficient cooling, and exploring digital and artificial intelligence (AI)- enabled tools to improve refrigerant management and system performance.
The partnership will be implemented through the 2026–2027 Work Plan, the seventh in a series of joint work plans. Under the theme “Lifecycle Refrigerant Management,” activities will address refrigerants from manufacture and importation through equipment selection and use, servicing and leak prevention, and ultimately end-of-life management. Projects include an AI-powered mobile field companion for RAC technicians, new fact sheets on safe handling of flammable refrigerants, continued promotion and evaluation of ASHRAE-UNEP educational products, and stronger connections between ASHRAE chapters and National Ozone Units.
The 2026–2027 Work Plan is available through the ASHRAE-UNEP Portal at ashrae.org/ashrae-unep-portal. The portal also provides information on joint ASHRAE-UNEP products available to ASHRAE members and National Ozone Units, including a free technical guide with operational checklists for assessing the sustainability of RAC plants.
The collaboration combines ASHRAE’s technical expertise and global professional network with UNEP OzonAction’s international mandate to assist developing countries in meeting their Montreal Protocol obligations.
11, Sep 2026
India-Russia business talks open new opportunities for manufacturing and investment
New Delhi, Sep 11: India and Russia explored new opportunities for industrial cooperation and investment during a series of business-to-business meetings organised by the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation Limited (NICDC) at INNOPROM India 2026.
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Russian Minister of Industry and Trade Anton Alikhanov visited the NICDC pavilion at Bharat Mandapam and discussed initiatives aimed at strengthening India’s manufacturing ecosystem.
The discussions focused on expanding cooperation between Indian and Russian companies in manufacturing, industrial technology, localisation, investment and supply-chain development.
The NICDC pavilion attracted investors, industry representatives, technology companies and business delegations from India, Russia and other BRICS countries. Participants showed strong interest in industrial locations, infrastructure, connectivity, land availability and opportunities to establish or expand manufacturing operations in India.
During the B2B meetings, businesses explored potential partnerships in advanced engineering, machinery and equipment, automobiles, transport systems, metals, energy, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and advanced manufacturing technologies.
NICDC also highlighted the opportunities available through India’s emerging Industrial Smart Cities, which are designed to provide serviced industrial land, modern infrastructure, multimodal connectivity and investor support. Such facilities can make it easier for companies to establish manufacturing units and connect with domestic and global supply chains.
The meetings also opened possibilities for greater collaboration between Indian and Russian manufacturers, technology providers and supply-chain companies. Stronger cooperation in these areas could encourage investment, support technology partnerships, strengthen local manufacturing capabilities and create new employment opportunities.
The participation of international investors and businesses at the NICDC pavilion reflects growing interest in India’s industrial infrastructure and manufacturing potential. Greater engagement with Russian and BRICS companies could further strengthen India’s position as an attractive destination for global manufacturing and industrial investment.
INNOPROM India 2026 has provided a platform for government representatives, businesses and investors from India and Russia to discuss practical opportunities for industrial and technology cooperation.
NICDC will continue its investor and B2B engagements on the concluding day of the exhibition, with a focus on taking forward business opportunities and partnerships discussed during the event.
11, Sep 2026
Scoop Room Takes Ice Cream After Dark with a One-Night-Only Ticketed Experience in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Sept 11: What if your Saturday night plans involved ice cream instead of the usual bar crawl? This September, Scoop Room is giving Bengaluru a new reason to stay out after dark with “The Scoop After Dark”, a one-night-only, ticketed experience that brings together ice cream, music, playful energy and a distinctly after-hours mood.
Taking place on Saturday, September 19, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM, the experience is designed to reimagine how a dessert destination can come alive after sunset. Rather than treating ice cream as the final stop of a night out, Scoop Room is putting the scoop centre stage.
The evening taps into Bengaluru’s growing appetite for experiences that blur the lines between food, socialising and nightlife. The city’s after-dark culture has increasingly expanded beyond traditional pubs and clubs, with younger audiences looking for spaces where they can unwind, meet friends and experience something that feels a little different.
For Scoop Room, that means taking its playful, flavour-forward identity and turning it into an evening experience.
“The Scoop After Dark” is intended to be more than a regular visit for a scoop. It is a limited-format experience built around the idea of enjoying ice cream in a completely different setting after hours, with a curated atmosphere and a crowd coming specifically for the experience.
Scoop Room, which launched in Bengaluru earlier this year, has already been making a case for premium ice cream as a category worthy of the same attention given to coffee, chocolate and other craft-led food experiences. Its menu currently features 24 vegetarian and eggless flavours, spanning familiar favourites and more unexpected combinations such as Cookie Dough Hour, Paan-tastic, Pick Me Avo and Nutty Basil.
The Scoop After Dark takes that philosophy one step further, shifting the focus from simply what’s in the cup to what happens around the scoop.
The result is an evening aimed at Bengaluru’s food lovers, dessert enthusiasts, young professionals, content creators and anyone looking to trade the conventional Saturday-night plan for something more playful.
Event Details:
Event: The Scoop After Dark
Date: Saturday, 19 September 2026
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue: Scoop Room, Bengaluru
Format: Ticketed experience
10, Sep 2026
Dubai Freehold Rental Pace Continues Towards New Record
Dubai South the best-performing area in off-plan sales for sixth month in succession
Dubai, UAE, Sept 10: The pace of new and renewed rental contracts recorded in Dubai’s freehold areas continues to increase as the property market moves steadily towards an all-time record in 2026.
A market analysis from fäm Properties today shows that 39,645 rental contracts were registered across Dubai’s freehold areas in August, a 3.79% MoM increase. The volume of new contracts climbed 19.4% YoY to 20,611, while renewals increase by 4.4% YoY to 19,034.
This takes the total number of freehold rental contracts recorded for the first eight months in 2026 to 257,284, a 5.5% increase on the same period in 2025 which ultimately set a full-year record of 377,944 registered contracts.
To date this year, the leading area of Dubai in freehold rentals is Al Warsan First, with a total of 23,894 registered tenancy contracts. Underlining a consistent apartments preference in the market, 105,880 (41%) tenancy contracts registered were for one-bedroom units.
Meanwhile, Data from DXBinteract shows that the market delivered 12,018 sales transactions valued at AED28.6 billion last month. Once again off plan sales dominated with 8,359 transactions worth AED 16.3 billion compared with 3,659 valued at AED12.4 billion in the resale market.
For a sixth consecutive month, Dubai South was the emirate’s best-performing area in primary market sales volume, recording 1,908 off-plan transactions worth AED2.3 billion.
“The rental market is an important indicator of how committed people are to living and working in Dubai, regardless of regional uncertainties over the last months,” said Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties. “The volume of new contracts in part reflects the fact that tenants are moving to take advantage of lower rents in some areas, which is natural in the circumstances.”
August recorded 9,974 apartment sales worth AED 15.7 billion, alongside 1,354 villa sales worth AED 7.9 billion, 183 plot sales valued at AED2.6 billion, and 420 commercial transactions, including offices and shops, worth AED AED1.5 billion.
The most expensive apartment sold in August went for AED86 million at The Address, Jumeirah Gate Tower 2 at Jumeirah Beach, while the most expensive villa fetched AED110 million at Signature Villas.
With properties worth more than AED5 million accounting for 5.7% of sales, 7.25% were between AED3-5 million, 10.9% between AED2-3 million, 33.2% between AED1-2 million and 42.8% were below AED1 million.
TOP FIVE PERFORMING AREAS IN OFF-PLAN SALES AUGUST 2026
Dubai South
Wadi Al Safa 4 863 AED839M
Jebel Ali
Al Barsha South Fourth 419 AED531.5M
Wadi Al Safa 3 335 AED417.1M
BEST-SELLING PROJECTS DURING AUGUST
Primary market apartments
Project
Azizi Venice 15 Building B 344 AED283.3M AED703.6K
Primary market villas
Project
Al Yufrah 1
Resale apartments
Project
Qasr Sabah 1
Resale villas
Project
Damac Lagoons – Portofino 14 AED59.4M AED2.8M
BREAKDOWN OF RENTAL AGREEMENTS BY BEDROOMS TO DATE IN 2026
1 bed 105,880 41%
2 beds 59,420 23%
Studio 55,336 22%
3 beds 25,507 10%
4 beds 8,625 3%
TOP TEN AREAS BY RENTAL CONTRACTS REGISTERED TO DATE IN 2026
Al Warsan First 23,894
Jebel Ali First 21,687
Al Barsha South Fourth 20,607
Business Bay 16,637
Nadd Hessa
Marsa Dubai
Al Thanyah Fifth 10,758
Al Barsha South Third 8,862
Dubai Investment Park First 8,755
Wadi Al Safa 5 8,737
10, Sep 2026
Qubo takes its “Doesn’t Just Record. It Protects” campaign to OOH with larger-than-life Installations
Gurugram, September 10, 2026: Qubo, the smart devices brand from the Hero Group – best known for its Security Cameras and Dashcams, is taking its brand promise off the screen and onto the streets of Gurugram through larger-than-life OOH installations of its flagship products, bringing its campaign line, “Doesn‘t Just Record. It Protects.,” to life in a way audiences can actually watch in motion. The campaign brings together Qubo’s connected security portfolio, spanning AI-Powered Security Cameras and Smart Dashcams, and reflects the brand’s broader vision of giving consumers technology that can actively help protect what matters – at home, on the road and even when they are away.
Taking its campaign offline with OOH, Qubo’s installations on Golf Course Road, Gurugram, features its Outdoor 360° Smart Security Camera and 4G Dashcam bringing its everyday security proposition to life. The Outdoor 360° Smart Security Camera installation, in particular, turns heads with illuminated lights and a motorised pan movement that mirrors the scanning motion of the actual device. As the camera moves and scans its surroundings, the billboard goes beyond being a conventional static display to create a more dynamic, real-world demonstration of how technology can actively monitor and respond to its surroundings. Bringing together everyday security needs, protecting personal spaces and staying safer on the road, the execution uses a high-traffic urban setting to make the category more visible and relatable to consumers.
Both these products are part of Qubo’s growing portfolio of smart security devices, powered by its proprietary AI Guard technology that transforms these cameras from passive recording devices to active protectors armed with advanced capabilities including AI-powered person / motion detection, instant alerts and automatic alarms.
Speaking about this leg of the campaign, Mr. Nikhil Rajpal, Founder s CEO Qubo shared, “The execution brings the idea of “Doesn’t Just Record. It Protects.” to life in a simple yet impactful way – a security camera that doesn’t just sit and watch, but appears to actively look around and protect. Our products go beyond what their conventional counterparts can do, and we wanted our communication to follow the same philosophy – going beyond the conventional to create something that truly stands out.”
Rather than focusing on individual product features, “Doesn’t Just Record. It Protects.” reflects Qubo’s larger vision for how security technology is evolving from simply documenting what happens to helping people understand, anticipate and respond to what’s happening around them.
Currently live at key locations across Gurugram, the campaign brings this idea to life through high-impact installations and will extend to other cities. At its core, Qubo believes the future of connected security is about moving from simply recording what happens to actively protecting what matters most, in real time.
10, Sep 2026
Kramer unveils new premium Dante-enabled speaker range ahead of InfoComm India 2026 – latest AVoIP portfolio on show in Mumbai
Expanded range of passive and Dante-enabled speakers delivers premium sound, flexible deployment and simplified installation across meeting spaces, education, hospitality and more. Kramer will also be showcasing its comprehensive AVoIP portfolio, with the new KDS-17 Lite making its debut, alongside KDS-17, KDS-100 and ZeeVee SDVoE solutions.
Mumbai, India – Sept 10 – Kramer, a leading company in audio-visual experiences, is excited to announce it will be showcasing an expanded portfolio of premium professional speakers at India’s premier professional AV event, InfoComm India 2026, in Mumbai, including a new range of Dante-enabled models that extend the company’s range of networked audio solutions.
Exhibiting on booth L01 at the Jio World Convention Centre (Sept 16-18) – alongside thousands of technology leaders shaping the future of professional audiovisual and integrated experience solutions across India and South Asia – visitors will also experience Kramer’s latest AVoIP portfolio, with the new KDS-17 Lite making its debut, addressing a broad range of applications, performance requirements and budgets.
“Our customers and partners in India are designing AV systems for an incredibly diverse range of environments, and they need audio solutions that can adapt to those different requirements,” said Kirti Shetti, India Sales Director, Kramer.
An Expanded Range of Networked Audio Options
Spanning ceiling, wall-mounted, all-weather and pendant speakers in multiple form factors, Kramer’s growing portfolio combines premium sound quality, flexible deployment and integrator-friendly installation. With both passive and Dante-enabled options, the range gives system integrators greater flexibility to design audio solutions for a wide variety of environments, from meeting and collaboration spaces and education to hospitality, retail and other commercial applications.
The latest additions expand Kramer’s range of PoE-powered Dante speakers, providing system integrators with more options when designing modern networked AV environments. By carrying audio and power over the network, the Dante-enabled models help reduce cabling requirements and installation complexity while providing the flexibility and scalability of IP-based audio distribution.
A key advantage of the portfolio is the ability to combine networked and traditional audio within the same project. Dante-enabled speakers are complemented by corresponding passive models with the same industrial design and sound profile, allowing integrators to mix and match passive and Dante speakers while maintaining consistent audio performance and a cohesive look throughout the installation.
This flexibility enables integrators to select the most appropriate audio architecture for each space and project rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
Premium Sound Across Different Environments
Designed for professional AV applications, Kramer’s speakers deliver high-quality, consistent audio with a strong focus on speech intelligibility and background music reproduction.
Advanced sound dispersion helps provide even audio coverage throughout the room, minimizing dead spots and helping ensure that speech, presentations and music can be heard clearly.
With multiple speaker types, sizes and deployment options, the portfolio can address the different requirements of corporate meeting and collaboration rooms, classrooms and higher-education environments, hospitality venues, retail spaces and other commercial applications.
Kramer has developed the speaker portfolio not only around audio performance, but also around the practical needs of the professionals who design, install and support AV systems.
Designed with System Integrators in Mind
Integrator-friendly features help simplify deployment and ongoing support. These include front-access wiring for ceiling speakers, designed to make installation easier, alongside centralized speaker utility software that supports configuration and troubleshooting.
Multiple form factors and mounting options give integrators additional freedom to adapt their audio design to the architectural, aesthetic and technical requirements of each environment.
Kirti Shetti, India Sales Director, Kramer, added: “By expanding our speaker portfolio, particularly our range of Dante-enabled models, we’re giving system integrators more flexibility to choose the right approach for each project. Whether it’s a meeting room, a classroom, a hospitality environment or a larger commercial space, the goal is the same: great sound combined with solutions that are simple to design, install and manage.”
Complete 1G and 10G AVoIP portfolio
Kramer will also showcase its comprehensive AVoIP portfolio at InfoComm India 2026, bringing together multiple 1G and 10G technologies to address a broad range of applications, performance requirements and budgets.
Visitors will experience Kramer’s 1G solutions, including KDS-17 and KDS-100, alongside its high-performance 10G SDVoE portfolio. Together, these technologies give customers and integrators the flexibility to select the right AVoIP architecture for each application while benefiting from interoperability, centralized management and a more consistent approach to AV deployment.
Kramer’s 1G portfolio combines complementary technologies for different application requirements. The KDS-17 family delivers visually lossless 4K60 4:4:4 video over standard 1Gb networks using JPEG2000 compression, combining high image quality with ultra-low latency. KDS-100 provides H.264/H.265-based streaming for applications where efficient, scalable video distribution is a priority.
At InfoComm India, Kramer will also launch KDS-17 Lite, a new cost-effective 4K60 4:4:4 transceiver that can be configured as either an encoder or decoder. Fully interoperable with the wider KDS-17 ecosystem, KDS-17 Lite provides a more accessible entry point for cost-conscious projects and helps customers standardize AVoIP across a wider range of spaces.
The complete 1G portfolio is centrally managed through AVoIP Manager, available both in the cloud and on-premises. Supporting KDS-100, KDS-7, KDS-17 and ZUHD60, the platform simplifies configuration, routing, monitoring and management across installations of different sizes.
High-performance 10G SDVoE
For applications demanding uncompromised image quality and near-zero latency, Kramer will showcase its latest 10G SDVoE portfolio, including the latest ZyPer4K-XSE.
The next-generation, low-power ZyPer4K-XSE delivers uncompressed 4K video with near-zero latency and advanced capabilities for demanding AV environments. Managed through the ZyPer Management Platform (ZMP), it enables centralized configuration and monitoring across high-performance 10G deployments.
Beyond video distribution, Kramer’s AVoIP portfolio brings USB and audio into the same connected environment. USB-C connectivity across key 1G and 10G product families helps simplify system design and support modern BYOD and collaboration workflows.
Native Dante support across the AVoIP portfolio also enables video endpoints to become part of the wider audio-over-IP ecosystem, connecting with Kramer’s Dante-enabled amplifiers and speakers to support complete, scalable AV and audio deployments.
“With a unified portfolio that spans 1G, 10G, video, USB, and audio-over-IP, Kramer is enabling AV systems that are simpler to deploy, easier to manage, and ready to scale,” said Dorit Bitter, EVP Product and Technology. “At InfoComm India 2026, we’re demonstrating how true interoperability and standardization translate into real-world value for integrators and customers alike.”
10, Sep 2026
Pracheen Kala Kendra to Present Uttarbanga Festival 2026 in Siliguri
Two-day festival to celebrate Indian classical music, dance and fine arts on October 5 and 6
Siliguri, West Bengal | Sept 10: Pracheen Kala Kendra, Chandigarh, will present Uttarbanga Festival 2026, a two-day celebration of Indian Classical Music, Dance and Fine Arts, in Siliguri on October 5 and 6, 2026.
The festival will bring together eminent artistes, performers, disciples and cultural institutions for two days of artistic expression, celebrating the richness and diversity of India’s classical traditions.
As part of the festival, an Art Exhibition will be organised at Ramkinkar Hall, Siliguri, on October 5 and 6 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily.
The Indian Classical Music and Dance performances will be held at Dinabandhu Mancha, Siliguri, on both days from 5:00 PM onwards.
A Celebration of Classical Dance on Day One
The opening day of Uttarbanga Festival 2026, on October 5, will feature a vibrant presentation of Indian classical dance forms, including Bharatanatyam, Odissi and Kathak.
The performances will include:
- Bharatanatyam by Vidushi Sangita Chaki & Disciples
- Odissi by Dr. Pompi Paul & Disciples
- Kathak by Ms. Dona Dutta & Disciples
- Bharatanatyam by Smt. Rimpi Saha & Disciples
- Kathak by Vidushi Sahelee Basu Thakur & Disciples
- Kathak by Mrs. Debjaya Sarkar & Disciples
- Kathak by Hakimpara Nritya Malancha, Siliguri
- Bharatanatyam by the Disciples of Mr. Prosenjit Deb
- Bharatanatyam by the Disciples of Mr. Shuvam Ghosh
- Kathak by Smt. Agnimitra Sengupta & Disciples
- Kathak by Shri Jyoti Mondal & Disciples
- Kathak by Ms. Sanchari Sarkar & Disciples
- Odissi by Dr. Dripta Chakraborty & Disciples
- Kathak by Shri Gobinda Saha & Disciples
- Kathak by Shri Ayan Bhattacharjee and Smt. Sujata Chatterjee
The first day’s programme will be anchored by Shri Amitava Ghosh and Smt. Sumita Dutta.
Day Two to Showcase Indian Classical Music
The second day, October 6, will focus on Indian classical music, featuring vocal, instrumental and solo performances by distinguished artistes and emerging performers.
The programme will include:
- Vocal performance by Shadaj Music Academy, Siliguri
- Vocal performance by Vidushi Mousumi Dasgupta & Disciples
- Vocal performance by Vidushi Barnali Basu & Disciples
- Tabla performance by Pandit Subir Adhikari & Disciples
- Solo performances by Vidushi Malobika Chakraborty, Dr. Sutapa Dutta, Vidushi Nibedita Bhattacharjee, Shri Ashish Banerjee, Shri Satyaki Chakraborty, Shri Abhiman Roy and Shri Deborshi Hore
- A Sitar Solo Recital by Pandit Debopratim Roy
The accompanying artistes will include Pandit Subir Adhikari, Dr. Dhrupad Ray, Pandit Sudip Chakraborty, Shri Riju Saha, Shri Prianshu Nandi and Shri Amit Saha on tabla, along with Shri Ashis Kansa Banik on harmonium.
The second day’s programme will be anchored by Shri Subir Bhattacharjee and Smt. Tapasi Deb.
Uttarbanga Festival 2026 aims to create a platform that brings together artistes, students, connoisseurs and lovers of Indian art forms while celebrating the continuing relevance and richness of India’s classical cultural heritage.
With classical dance, music and fine arts coming together over two days, the festival promises to offer audiences in Siliguri an opportunity to experience a wide range of artistic traditions and performances.
RSVP
Shri Sajal Koser
Secretary, Pracheen Kala Kendra
Ashutosh Mukherjee Road,
(Upstairs Bani Library), College Para,
Siliguri, Darjeeling – 734001, West Bengal
Pracheen Kala Kendra
10, Sep 2026
Progress needs proof: Rohde & Schwarz showcases its trailblazing test solutions at EuMW 2026 in London
Sept 10: When devices under test outperform the instrument measuring them, progress stops. But Rohde & Schwarz keeps innovation moving with advanced test solutions that push beyond the limits of traditional measurement methods. At European Microwave Week (EuMW) 2026 in London, visitors can discover the company’s latest test solutions for RF and microwave components, as well as wireless, radar and satellite systems. Among them are solutions designed to help engineers address the growing demands of today’s electronic warfare (EW) and electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO).
Rohde & Schwarz keep progress in RF and microwave technology moving with its T&M solutions at EuMW 2026 in London.
London is calling once again for European Microwave Week, bringing together leading experts in RF, microwave, wireless and radar technology who are pushing the boundaries of design. From October 6 to 8, 2026, Rohde & Schwarz will present at booth B10 in the European Microwave Exhibition at Excel London its latest test and measurement solutions designed to help engineers stay ahead at the cutting edge of design and prepare systems for increasingly contested and complex spectrum environments.
Markus Lörner, Application Segment Manager RF & Microwave Components at Rohde & Schwarz, says: “Our EuMW 2026 motto, ‘Progress needs proof,’ reflects what many engineers are facing today: when DUTs push beyond the limits of conventional methods, innovation slows down. At the show, we will demonstrate how our advanced test solutions support customers across RF and microwave components, satellite and radar systems, phased-array antennas and emerging 6G sensing applications. As R&D moves toward higher frequencies, more integrated designs and increasingly demanding spectrum environments, precise and reliable measurement becomes a key enabler of progress.”
From EW and EMSO scenarios to advanced high-frequency characterization
A highlight at the Rohde & Schwarz booth is the FSWX signal and spectrum analyzer, displayed in a radar and electronic warfare (EW) test scenario within the context of electromagnetic spectrum operations (EMSO), focused on DRFM-based jammers. In this setup, an R&S SMW200A vector signal generator simulates radar signals, while the FSWX uses its multi-channel architecture to analyze jammer input and output signals simultaneously for a comprehensive assessment of deceptive signal behavior. The new, fully integrated R&S FSWX-KM700 pulse analysis option measures both channels in parallel and provides detailed insight into pulsed radar parameters, differences between the channels and the parameter trends over time.
In a second demonstration, Rohde & Schwarz will show how the game-changing multi-channel capabilities of the FSWX can be extended into the E-band and even up to 110 GHz for advanced high-frequency component characterization. Combined with the R&S SFI100A wideband IF vector signal generator and the fully calibrated R&S FE110ST/SR external frontends, the setup supports wideband satellite component testing for next-generation payload and link applications and beyond, helping engineers capture the true characteristics of the device under test and overcoming the limits of traditional measurement equipment.
Advanced testing for low-noise sources and high-power RF frontends
Rohde & Schwarz will also showcase the enhanced R&S FSWP phase noise analyzer and VCO tester platform for advanced component characterization. With support for residual and absolute phase noise measurements up to 56 GHz and further improved internal reference, R&S FSWP-B62, the solution offers high flexibility for testing synthesizers, OCXOs, DROs, VCOs and two-port components such as amplifiers. New options for integrating external signal sources as local oscillators can dramatically accelerate measurements, in some cases by up to a factor of 1,000, making the R&S FSWP well suited for the development of low-noise signal sources for radar, satellite, base station and high-speed digital applications.
Rohde & Schwarz will also present the new R&S SAM200 system amplifier for high-power test applications in the Ka- and V-band up to 53 GHz. In radar, satellite link and backhaul applications, RF frontends must deliver higher power levels so signals can travel farther and cover larger distances. Designed to support validation of these components, the amplifier extends test setups with higher signal power while maintaining precise and reliable level control. At EuMW, Rohde & Schwarz will showcase the R&S SAM200 in two demonstrations: one characterizing a high-power Ka-band amplifier with the R&S ZNA vector network analyzer in a fully integrated and calibrated test setup, and another highlighting the amplifier’s linearity in a wideband modulated test scenario with the R&S SMW200A vector signal generator and the R&S FSW signal and spectrum analyzer.
Scalable test for SATCOM and phased-array systems
At EuMW, Rohde & Schwarz will also highlight the R&S ZNB3000 vector network analyzer for measurement applications in satellite communications, Earth observation and radio astronomy. Its wide dynamic range and low trace noise provide the sensitivity required for demanding antenna characterization and radar measurements. For higher-frequency applications, optional millimeter wave converters extend coverage up to 330 GHz, including bands used by microwave and millimeter wave radiometers. Together, these capabilities make the R&S ZNB3000 a versatile and cost-effective solution for a broad range of measurement needs in the satellite and space sectors.
Rohde & Schwarz will also demonstrate a phased array antenna test setup highlighting fast and accurate OTA testing and antenna diagram pattern validation for advanced wireless and aerospace and defense applications. Featuring a 5G NR FR2 device under test, the solution combines the R&S ATS1800C CATR-based over-the-air test system with the R&S ZNA vector network analyzer to help reduce test complexity, increase throughput and preserve beamforming accuracy from development through verification to production. A special see-through version of the R&S ATS1800C will be on display at EuMW, featuring a plexiglass wall, giving visitors a rare look at the chamber’s internal CATR technology.
Micro-Doppler emulation for emerging sensing use cases
With the AREG800A radar target generator, Rohde & Schwarz will showcase new test capabilities addressing use cases like 6G integrated sensing and communication (ISAC). As 6G networks evolve beyond data connectivity toward environmental awareness, ISAC is emerging as a key technology for detecting and classifying objects using mobile infrastructure. In addition to emulating distance, speed and radar cross section (RCS), the solution can also generate micro-Doppler signatures, enabling more realistic test scenarios for applications such as drone detection and supporting the development of advanced sensing capabilities.
Rohde & Schwarz at EuMW 2026
Visitors will find Rohde & Schwarz at booth B10 at Excel London from October 6 to 8, 2026, where they can learn how next-generation test solutions support engineers from component characterization to system-level validation across radar, satellite, wireless and aerospace and defense applications. In addition, experts from the company will contribute to the EuMW 2026 with presentations and workshops as part of the European Microwave Conference (EuMC) as well as the European Radar Conference (EuRAD).
