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NextGenInnov8 Launches ‘Know Your Army’ National Quiz in Association with Defense Force League to Honor Indian Armed Forces

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PUNE, India, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In an effort to strengthen the connection between youth and the Indian Armed Forces, NextGenInnov8, in collaboration with the Defense Force League (DFL), is proud to announce the launch of the Know Your Army National Quiz competition. This nationwide initiative was officially launched at the Param Veerangana – Mission Shakti ceremony, held on February 16, 2025, at the Pimpri Chinchwad Science Park. The ceremony, which celebrated the remarkable contributions of women to India’s defense and social progress, also marked the unveiling of this national-level quiz that aims to increase awareness of the Indian Army among students.

Hon’ble Lt. Gen. Nirbhay Sharma, former Governor of Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh, who was the chief guest at the ceremony, launched the Know Your Army initiative in front of a distinguished audience that included dignitaries such as Dr. Arvind Natu, a senior scientist from IISER and Germany’s Order of Merit Awardee, among others. Mr. Naresh Golla (Founder, Defense Force League), Ex-Commando Raghunath Sawant, Subedar Major Yashwant Mahadik, among other esteemed participants, also took part in the launch of Know Your Army Quiz.

Lt. Gen. Sharma expressed his strong support for the quiz, emphasizing the importance of educating the youth about the sacrifices and valor of India’s armed forces. “Understanding the sacrifices made by our soldiers is crucial for fostering national pride. The Know Your Army quiz is a fantastic initiative to connect our youth with the history, values, contributions and heroism of our defense forces, and I urge students and schools to take part in this inspiring initiative,” said Lt. Gen. Sharma.

The Know Your Army quiz will be conducted across three levels on BrainPulses Quizzing platform, allowing students from across India to participate and test their knowledge of the Indian Army’s history, operations, and contributions to national security.

Know Your Army Quiz Structure and Objectives

The quiz aims to engage students from Class 8 to 10 (school-level participants), and will be held in three phases to ensure maximum participation and engagement:

Phase 1: Online Awareness & Screening Round (Round 1)
A national-level online quiz will be hosted, providing students with an interactive and engaging way to learn about the Indian Army.The online quiz will cover a broad range of topics, from the history of the Army to its current operations and contributions to national security.Phase 2: Regional Semi-Finals (Round 2)
The top students from the online round will qualify for regional semi-finals, where they will compete in defense-related knowledge challenges.Students from all four zones—North, South, East, and West India—will participate in this phase, with the top 20 students from Round 1 advancing to Round 2. From this pool, 8 finalists will be selected to compete in the grand finale.Phase 3: Offline Grand Finale (Round 3)
The final round of the quiz will take place offline in a live, interactive event with an audience of over 200 attendees. The 8 finalists will compete for the top three positions, with monetary prizes, trophies, and sponsorship gifts to be awarded to the winners.The grand finale will feature a panel of experts who will serve as jury members and evaluate the finalists’ performances.

About the Know Your Army Quiz

The Know Your Army initiative is more than just a quiz; it is an educational movement designed to inspire students to appreciate the sacrifices of India’s soldiers and understand the importance of the defense forces in national security. Through this quiz, NextGenInnov8 and its partners—Defense Force League, ASM Group of Institutes, and BrainPulses—are working together to instill a sense of patriotism and national pride in young minds.

Aditi Pachpande, Co-founder of NextGenInnov8, spoke passionately about the motivation behind the quiz during the event. “Today’s generation is more connected than ever—with the world at our fingertips. But somewhere in this digital age, we are losing touch with something crucial—the incredible work our Indian Defense Forces do for us every single day. How many of us truly understand the sacrifices, the courage, and the unwavering dedication of our soldiers?” Aditi said. She went on to explain the aim of the Know Your Army quiz: “This quiz isn’t just about answering questions; it’s about rediscovering what patriotism really means in today’s world. Through this quiz on the BrainPulses platform, students will get a chance to test their knowledge, challenge themselves, and develop a newfound respect for those who serve our country.”

Dr. Sandeep Pachpande, Chairman, ASM Group of Institutes and Founder, NextGenInnov8, also emphasized the importance of the initiative: “At NextGenInnov8, we believe that initiatives like the Know Your Army quiz are critical in shaping the future generation of leaders. By engaging students in learning about our defense forces, we not only educate them about the history and heroism of the Indian Army but also instill in them the values of courage, sacrifice, and responsibility.”

The Lifetime Achievement Award was conferred upon Smt. Pratibha Patil, the first female President of India, for her extraordinary leadership. The event was also an opportunity to honor exceptional individuals who have contributed significantly to India’s growth. Dr. Asha Pachpande, Management Trustee and Secretary of ASM Group of Institutes, was one of the awardees who received the Medal of Honor for her contributions to education and social welfare. These recognitions were part of the larger ceremony celebrating women’s contributions to India’s progress, and they added to the significance of the quiz launch.

The Road Ahead

As the Know Your Army quiz progresses through the three levels, NextGenInnov8, along with its partners, expects a high level of engagement and participation from schools, students, and educators across the country. The quiz aims to reach a wide audience, not just those with a direct interest in defense, but anyone who is passionate about learning more about India’s history and the sacrifices made by our soldiers.

The quiz is part of a larger movement to create awareness about the Indian Defense Services, and NextGenInnov8 is excited to see the positive impact it will have on students across the country. By offering a platform for learning, competition, and recognition, the Know Your Army quiz will help students engage with the history and values of their country in a way that is both informative and inspiring.

About NextGenInnov8

Founded in 2019, NextGenInnov8 is dedicated to empowering young leaders through innovation-driven education. Through initiatives like Know Your Army, the organization is dedicated to inspiring youth to become responsible, informed citizens who contribute to the growth and success of their nation. The company’s key initiatives include:

Innovation Clubs – Programs designed to develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.Training Programs – Hands-on learning in entrepreneurship, design thinking, and sustainability, offered in collaboration with global institutions like Harvard Student Agencies (HSA).BrainPulses Quizzing Platform – A cutting-edge platform that makes learning engaging and interactive.

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World Young Scientist Summit 2026 Opens in Wenzhou, Zhejiang

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WENZHOU, China, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This is a report by China Daily:

On October 24, the World Young Scientist Summit 2026 opened in Wenzhou, Zhejiang. The event is hosted by the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), the Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government, and the World Association of Young Scientists. Nearly 800 representatives, including scientists, educators, and entrepreneurs from more than 60 countries and regions, are attending the summit.

He Junke, Vice President of CAST in charge of daily work and First Secretary of its Secretariat; Lian Yimin, Chairman and Party Group Secretary of the Zhejiang Provincial Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference; Marcelo Knobel, Executive Director of The World Academy of Sciences; and Zhang Zhenfeng, Member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Zhejiang Provincial Committee and Secretary of the CPC Wenzhou Municipal Committee, attended the summit and delivered remarks. Yao Gaoyuan, Vice Governor of the Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government, presided over the first segment of the plenary session.

With the theme “Gathering Talents Worldwide to Create a Better Future,” the summit’s annual agenda is “Global Youth Action in the AI Era: Building a Sustainable Future.” It aims to draw on the insights of young people around the world, deepen international sci-tech cooperation, and jointly address questions about young people, science, the world and the future.

Efim Zelmanov, Fields Medalist and Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences; Chen Yunji, Deputy Director of the Institute of Computing Technology, CAS, and Director of the National Key Laboratory of Processor Chips; Mary Garson, President of the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; and Lu Chaoyang, Member of the Standing Committee of CAST, Executive Dean of the Shanghai Institute of Advanced Study, University of Science and Technology of China, and Chairman of the Council of the World Association of Young Scientists, delivered keynote speeches respectively on education reform in the AI era, AI and processor chips, young women scientists’ participation in science, and quantum computing. They explored new opportunities for scientific research, talent cultivation, and international cooperation in the AI era.

This year’s summit placed greater emphasis on the growth needs of young scientists, with young talents under the age of 45 accounting for 88 percent of participants. It aimed to build a cluster of international journals, bring together young scientific talent, facilitate a batch of international collaborative projects and advance the application and commercialization of scientific and technological achievements. The summit released the Report on the Distribution and Mobility of Young Scientists in the Field of Embodied Intelligence, launched the World Young Scientist Summit Partner Journal Program and the 2026 World Young Scientist Innovation and Entrepreneurship Growth Support Program. It also published the “Young Scientist Pioneers 2035” list and announced the 2026 Sustainable Development Young Scientist Award. The awards were presented to four Chinese and foreign scientists.

Chen Tianrun, Founder of Hangzhou Moxin Technology Co., Ltd.; Yuan Yang, Assistant to the Dean of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Information Sciences at Tsinghua University; and two of the 2026 Sustainable Development Young Scientist Award winners, César de la Fuente and Nicola Segata, among other Chinese and foreign young scientist representatives, spoke at the flash-talk session to share their research practices and reflections.

In addition, the conference focused on fields such as future manufacturing, quantum information, embodied intelligence, brain-computer intelligence, environmental science, deep-sea resources, and life and health, and held 12 parallel forums. It also included the “Gravitation π” Future Technology and Concept Products Exhibition and Exchange, local thematic side events, and sci-tech and humanities study visits, further building an interdisciplinary, cross-regional and cross-sector platform for youth sci-tech exchange and cooperation.

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The Ultimate Send-off to Summer: CSTS Debuts Global Entertainment IP PremierX at New York’s Pier 17, Ushering in a New Era of Live Entertainment

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NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CSTS Enterprises (‘CSTS’), a New York-based sports, entertainment, integrated media and travel technology group, today announced the official launch of PremierXTM, its flagship live entertainment brand, with a landmark Halloween Weekend event “AFTER DARK” at The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York on October 30, 2026.

Capping off Seaport’s 2026 Summer Season in unforgettable fashion, the grand finale brings a powerhouse lineup of stars to the PremierXTM stage at Pier 17, featuring Lil Xan, Armani White, DJ Soda, Nate Wyatt, and surprise A-list guest headliners. Set against the iconic Manhattan skyline, the landmark eventing unites chart-topping hip-hop and high-octane electronic music for a festival-grade experience as The Rooftop at Pier 17 transforms into the city’s premier live music destination.

Building on the momentum of the PremierXTM After Party for the 2026 World Cup Final that took place in New York on July 19th, “AFTER DARK” signals the official debut of PremierXTM, a proprietary, New York – born global entertainment IP created by CSTS to deliver defining cultural experiences at the intersection of music, sport, art and lifestyle. Centred on the power of cultural crossover, PremierXTM serves as an international bridge connecting East and West, modern innovation and timeless classical, while uniting world-class artists, creators, performers and audiences through the universal language of entertainment and premium live experiences.

The launch also marks the beginning of a promising relationship with Pier 17, providing a world-class stage for PremierXTM to accelerate its growth in the U.S. and engage international audiences over the long term. By combining PremierXTM’s global entertainment vision with Pier 17’s iconic waterfront setting, the partnership aims to create a premier destination for live experiences, empowering both platforms to expand their global reach, deepen audience engagement, and drive sustainable growth.

As a key pillar of CSTS’ integrated ecosystem spanning entertainment, sports, travel, integrated media and marketing solutions, PremierXTM further strengthens the Group’s ability to create high-impact experiences that connect audiences, destinations and brand partners. With the global live entertainment market projected to grow from approximately US$203 billion in 2025 to US$270 billion by 2030[1], PremierXTM is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for premium, experience-led entertainment while creating long-term value to the Group through recurring audience engagement, tourism and brand partnerships.

“PremierX TM represents a significant milestone in CSTS’ evolution from a leading operator of global sports and hospitality platforms into a creator of world-class entertainment experiences,” said Abel Zhao, Group CEO and Executive Director at CSTS Enterprises. “The season finale at Pier17 marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for CSTS as we expand our entertainment footprint and introduce a platform designed to deliver iconic live experiences and bring together artists and audiences from across the globe.”

“PremierXTM was built from the ground up as a bespoke platform to champion multicultural talent and visionary creative performers.” said Jason Liu, Regional Director of CSTS USA. “Starting from New York, we are building a scalable global brand that brings iconic live experiences to audiences worldwide while expanding our presence across key entertainment hubs in North America, Asia and Europe.”

Following its New York launch, PremierXTM plans to expand through a broader international rollout across North America, Asia and Europe, with future editions planned as part of a growing network of recurring live entertainment properties and flagship cultural events.

For ticket information on PremierXTM: “AFTER DARK”, visit
https://www.axs.com/events/1644912/after-dark-tickets

About CSTS Enterprises

CSTS Enterprises is an integrated media, entertainment, sports, and travel technology group. Headquartered in New York City, the company develops and partners with intellectual properties and brands to deliver compelling experiences that connect with audiences across the world. In addition to its own initiatives, including Generation CTM and PremierXTM, it collaborates with international IPs including FIFA World Cup, UEFA European Championship, and Formula 1.

CSTS integrates experiential marketing, travel, data, and technology to deliver seamless end-to-end audience experiences. The company engages consumers across physical events and digital channels, executing at scale worldwide, turning complex activations into co-ordinated, measurable outcomes.

[1] Source: Industry research by Markets and Markets, Live Entertainment Market Size, Share, Latest Trends & Growth Analysis, 2025-2030, Live Entertainment Market Size, Share, Latest Trends & Growth Analysis, 2025-2030.

 

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Swanson Vitamins Launches Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro to Champion Registered Dietitians and Licensed Nutritionists at Every Stage of Their Careers

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New network for health and nutrition professionals offers CPEU-accredited continuing education, profession-wide promotion, practicum support and exam scholarships

FARGO, N.D., Oct. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Swanson Vitamins today launched Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro, a network for health and nutrition professionals. The new initiative champions registered dietitians and licensed nutritionists through every stage of their careers, from students to providers with decades of experience. Created by nutrition professionals for nutrition professionals, Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro offers educational resources, incentives and investments to support practitioners who share Swanson’s commitment to uncompromising integrity.

Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro offers tailored resources for both practicing professionals and students. For practicing registered dietitians and licensed nutritionists, the program provides CPEU-accredited continuing education, along with profession-wide promotion of the experts who guide consumers’ wellness decisions. For dietetics and nutrition students, Swanson is investing in the next generation of the profession through practicum support and scholarships toward licensing or credentialing exam fees.

As consumers take a more active role in their health, they are increasingly turning to registered dietitians and licensed nutritionists for accurate, science-backed guidance. Through Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro, Swanson aims to help nutrition professionals strengthen their credentials and build expertise in areas where consumers are seeking trusted nutritional support.

“Since 1969, we have been committed to uncompromising integrity in service of everyone’s journey to real wellness, and we believe real wellness starts with the experts who guide it,” said Erin Del Ponte, EVP Brand Marketing at Swanson Vitamins. “Registered dietitians and licensed nutritionists translate nutrition science into practical, personalized guidance that helps people make informed decisions about their health. With Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro, we are proud to support these professionals at every stage of their careers, from students preparing for their credentialing exams to seasoned providers building expertise in the areas that matter most to consumers today.”

Swanson Nexus Pro program highlights

CPEU-accredited continuing education for registered dietitians and licensed nutritionistsProfession-wide promotion of registered dietitians and licensed nutritionistsPracticum support for dietetics and nutrition studentsScholarships to help offset licensing or credentialing exam fees

Applications for Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro are open and can be submitted HERE. Additional details, including scholarship award amounts and practicum support details, will be announced in the coming weeks.

Swanson Vitamins Nexus Pro was introduced at the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ annual conference, held Oct. 24-27 in San Antonio. This initiative builds on Swanson’s longstanding commitment to the nutrition and dietetics community and reflects the company’s continued investment in the professionals who help consumers make informed choices on their journey to real wellness.

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About Swanson Vitamins
Since 1969, Swanson Vitamins has offered high-quality, science-backed vitamins and supplements rooted in one simple belief: proof over promise. Nearly six decades before “wellness” became an industry, Swanson was pioneering trustworthy supplement offerings and upholding uncompromising quality standards through intentional sourcing, rigorous in-house and third-party testing and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Today, Swanson is a Certified GMP Facility recognized by NSF, backed by an in-house team of nutritionists, dietitians, scientists, chemists and pharmacists with a combined 250-plus years of experience. With more than 1,300 products across 36 categories, Swanson doesn’t chase trends. It sets standards for integrity, quality and clarity in the supplement industry.

Swanson products are available at SwansonVitamins.com, Amazon and iHerb.com. Learn more at SwansonVitamins.com or follow @swansonvitamins on Instagram.

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