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The 15th Conventions India Conclave (CIC) 2026 is set to take place from 19-21 August 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, bringing together domestic and international MICE buyers, destinations, convention centres, hotels, event service providers and industry stakeholders. Presented...
Verifair Dubai and Radeecal Exhicon India have officially signed a strategic Joint Venture Agreement to jointly organise two focused industrial exhibitions in India, strengthening their commitment to creating worldclass business platforms for the manufacturing and industrial sectors. Under this partnership,...
The Bharatiya Vyapar Mahotsav (BVM) 2026 is set to open today, 12 August, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, bringing together Indian businesses, MSMEs, manufacturers, traders, startups, investors, policymakers and buyers for a four-day multi-sector business platform. Held under the...
The India Bioenergy & Tech Expo 2026 is currently underway at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, technology providers and experts to accelerate the growth of India’s bioenergy sector. The three-day international...
Thailand MICE X-Change (TMX) is set to return for its fourth edition from 29–30 April 2027 at IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Bangkok, with a renewed focus on innovation, sustainability and international collaboration across the MICE industry. Organised by the...
The 9th edition of India International Hospitality Expo (IHE 2026) concluded on a high note at India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida, recording 40,000+ trade visitors across four days and bringing together 1,000+ exhibiting brands across 10,000+ sq....
EEMA’s 18th annual convention brings together experiential fraternity, business leaders and global experts to shape the next phase of India’s live events and experiences industry The Events and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) brought together 850+ policymakers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and...
Kolkata, 7 August 2026: The 13th India Association Congress (IAC) 2026 officially commenced today at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre (BBCC), Kolkata, bringing together association leaders, policymakers, government representatives, industry experts, convention bureaux, and institutional stakeholders from across the...
200+ suppliers. End‑to‑end sourcing: Meet national and international exhibiting brands across organic foods, ingredients, wellness, personal care, bio-inputs, technology, certification & value-added services. Built for retail, wholesale, HORECA, e‑commerce, distributors & procurement teams: Source retail-ready, bulk and private-label...
State-owned energy major Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has reported a stellar financial performance for the first quarter of FY 2026–27, posting its highest-ever standalone quarterly profit. Driven by elevated global crude oil prices, improved gas realisations and...
IHE 2026 is Bringing the Global Hospitality Ecosystem Under One Roof Industry Leaders, Hospitality Professionals, Buyers and Global Brands Converge at India's Premier Hospitality & HORECA Sourcing Platform Greater Noida, Delhi NCR | 05 August 2026: The 9th edition of the...
The India International Hospitality Expo (IHE) 2026 is set to bring together the entire hospitality, foodservice and HORECA ecosystem from 5–8 August 2026 at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida (Delhi NCR). Organized by India Exposition Mart...
Messe Muenchen India has announced a strategic collaboration with Germany-based mac. brand spaces and meplan GmbH to strengthen its service offerings for international pavilion organisers and exhibitors participating across its trade fair portfolio in India. Under the partnership, mac. brand...
India is set to welcome the inaugural edition of BeautySum India 2026, an international B2B exhibition dedicated to the beauty, cosmetics and personal care industry. Scheduled to take place from 27–29 August 2026 at Yashobhoomi – India International Convention...
In a landmark move that underscores the rapid evolution of India's Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) sector, the Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA) has announced a significant investment in 30,000 square metres of pre-engineered exhibition infrastructure...
The first India edition of the World Inclusion Conference (WIC) 2026 opens today, held from 31 July to 1 August 2026 at Yashobhoomi (IICC), New Delhi. Positioned as India’s first and South Asia’s largest conference on building inclusion across...

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Bhavesh Thakker, Director, Jess Ideas Pvt. Ltd

ES. Jess Ideas has grown from a traditional infrastructure company into a major force in experiential events and exhibitions. What key decisions shaped this transformation journey? Bhavesh Thakker. Every era demands a different way of...

Sreekanth Urs, CMD, GES Worldex India Pvt. Ltd.

LEADERSHIP. GROWTH. INNOVATION. VISION. ES. You have spent over two decades in the exhibition industry. What have been the most defining milestones in your journey, and how has the industry evolved during this period? Sreekanth Urs....

Vinay Mittal, Managing Director, Deepali Design & Exhibits Pvt. Ltd.

ES. Deepali Designs has witnessed the evolution of India’s exhibition and experiential industry over nearly three decades. Looking back at your journey, what were the defining turning points that transformed the company into a...

Jitendra Singh Rathod, Proprietor, Brilliant Security Services

ES. What inspired you to start Brilliant Security Services Inc., and how has your journey been in building a trusted name in the security services sector? Jitendra Singh Rathod. Brilliant Security Solutions LLP was founded...

Ranjeet Choudhary, Managing Director, Sharma Art Productions Pvt Ltd

ES. As Managing Director of Sharma Art Productions Pvt. Ltd., how do you maintain consistency in craftsmanship and execution quality while handling large-scale exhibition and event projects under demanding timelines? Ranjeet Choudhary. At Sharma Art...

Siva Krishna Vangala, Head of IT Products, EventTitans

ES. Coming from a background of working with Fortune 500 companies like UPS, BMW, ADP, and Equifax, what inspired you to transition into entrepreneurship and build solutions for the events industry? Siva Krishna Vangala. My...

Dilip Deshmukh, Director, Grade Electricals Pvt. Ltd

ES. As Managing Director of Grade Electricals Pvt Ltd, what are the key complexities involved in delivering reliable electrical infrastructure for large-scale exhibitions and events? Dilip Deshmukh. The primary complexity lies in the compressed timelines...

Aakash Dhote, Founder and CEO, Blue Apple International

Storytelling has become the new standard for exhibition content ES. In high-pressure event environments with tight timelines, how do you prioritise creative choices while ensuring consistency in output quality? Aakash Dhote. In fast-paced event environments, our...

Roop Arora, CEO, Quantum Integrated Communications

The Future is Modular & Sustainable ES. How do you see the stall fabrication industry evolving, and what is your outlook for its future? Roop Arora. Since we started in 2009, I've seen a complete transformation...

Sandip Das, Dy. Director General, Trade Promotion Council of India

Exhibitions are catalysts for trade, investment and economic growth ES. As a key voice in India’s trade and export promotion landscape, how do you see exhibitions and business events contributing to India’s larger economic and...

Jeroen Van Hooff, President & CEO Royal Dutch Jaarbeurs | VNU Group

Global success only matters when it creates meaningful local impact ES. As President & CEO of Royal Jaarbeurs and VNU Group, how do you align multiple global exhibition brands under a unified vision while maintaining...

Shri Pandey, Director, Centibell Lighting Private Limited

ES. As Director of Centibell Lighting Pvt Ltd, how do you see lighting evolving from a functional necessity to a strategic element in enhancing exhibition and event experiences? Shri Pandey. Lighting today plays a far...

Manuj Ralhan, GM, JECC-Managed by Accor & Novotel Jaipur Convention Centre

ES. With shifting global geopolitical dynamics impacting international travel and business events, how do you see destinations like Jaipur positioning themselves as resilient and attractive MICE hubs on the global stage? Manuj Ralhan. In today’s...

Dharampal Singh Malhotra, Executive Director, Namdhari Events

ES. Namdhari Events has built a strong presence in the exhibition space, what core philosophy or approach has been key to sustaining its growth and relevance in a highly competitive market? Dharampal Singh Malhotra. At...

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12th IEIA Open Seminar to bring together the exhibition industry

Indian Exhibition Industry Association (IEIA) is organizing the 12th edition of the 'IEIA Open Seminar' on 13-14 December 2023 at India Expo Centre &...

Rakesh Kumar Sangrai, Director – International Exhibitions, National Expert Committee on Textiles and Packaging,...

ES. The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry has a strong presence in the exhibition space. Could you share how the Chamber supports and...

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UFI / BSG data documents impact COVID had on trade shows across Asia in...

UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, has released the 18th edition of its annual report on the Trade Fair Industry in Asia. This...

23rd edition of ACREX India Showcases Impressive Array of HVAC Supply Chain Technologies and...

ACREX India, the premier event on the latest technological advancements and displaying a gamut of HVAC supply chain technologies, commenced at the India Expo Mart,...

ITPO PLANS NEXT “AAHAR” WITH UNPRECEDENTED QUALITY PARTICIPATION

Awards for Excellence in Display Presented One  of  the  most  sought B2B events of International  Food  and  Hospitality  industry in  Asia AAHAR would  be organized...

AGRITECHNICA 2025 Puts Spotlight on Agri-Technology and Innovation in Hanover, Germany

AGRITECHNICA 2025 is currently being held from November 9 to 15, 2025, at the Exhibition Grounds in Hanover, Germany. Organized by the Deutsche Landwirtschafts-Gesellschaft...

4th Fresh India Show 2022 (FIS 2022) To Take Place On 3RD & 4TH...

Boosting Indian Fresh Produce Business In recent times, primarily in India, the per capita consumption of different Fruits & Vegetables has increased between 15-25% and...