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Debashis Chatterjee Joins Ascendion Board to Shape the Future of AI-Powered Software Engineering
Debashis Chatterjee brings boardroom firepower from decades at the helm of global IT and digital transformation Veteran tech leader with a track record of scaling billion-dollar businesses across Cognizant and LTIMindtree Adds strategy and deep operating insight to Ascendion’s mission to build the next generation of AI-powered software engineering Ascendion, a fast-rising leader in AI-powered software engineering, today announced the appointment of Debashis Chatterjee (DC) to its Board of Directors. His appointment marks a pivotal move in Ascendion’s strategy to lead the transformation of software engineering in the AI era. Debashis Chatterjee Joins Ascendion Board DC has over three decades…
Deep-Tech Firm BUSINESSNEXT Continues Strong Streak: Recognized in Gartner Sales Force Automation Magic Quadrant™ for 12 Consecutive Years
BUSINESSNEXT, a deep-tech autonomous banking platform, has been recognized in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation Platforms report. The platform was evaluated for its comprehensive suite of enterprise solutions, with a focus on its Sales Force Automation (SFA) capabilities. The company has been receiving this recognition from Gartner for the past 12 years, reflecting its innovation in the financial services domain. This position places BUSINESSNEXT among the top 13 companies globally in the sales force automation platform, demonstrating its industry-focused approach and advanced solutions to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Its SFA capabilities include guided selling, predictive analytics, and…
VinFast today officially inaugurated its electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant at the SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, India. This milestone marks a major step in VinFast’s global expansion, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to the world’s third-largest automobile market and underscoring VinFast’s confidence in India’s strategic role in the future of the global EV industry. Hon. Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. M K Stalin, Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, VinFast – CEO Asia, along with government officials at the grand opening ceremony of the first electric vehicle plant of VinFast India in Thoothukudi VinFast Tamil Nadu is the…
Coffee Table Book ‘Threaded Tales of Vidarbha’ Launched to Celebrate Region’s Textile Heritage
The Weavers Service Centre, Nagpur, under the Office of the Development Commissioner for Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, officially launched the coffee table book Threaded Tales of Vidarbha at Chitnavis Wada, Nagpur. The publication documents the distinctive handloom traditions and motifs of the Vidarbha region, with a focus on preserving its textile legacy. L to R: Dr. M. Beena; Shri Nitin Gadkari, Mr. Sunil Sethi & Shruti Sancheti The initiative is a collaborative effort between the Weavers Service Centre and designer Shruti Sancheti, who has played a key role in conceptualising and curating the visual and cultural documentation.…
Signify and BharatCares Partners to Illuminate 58 Gram Panchayats in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, Benefiting over 2.4 Lakh People Under Har Gaon Roshan CSR initiative
In line with the #BrighterLivesBetterWorld vision, Signify, the world leader in lighting, announced a collaboration with BharatCares to bring sustainable outdoor lighting infrastructure to 58 Gram Panchayats across Uttar Pradesh under its Har Gaon Roshan CSR Program. This initiative aims to enhance safety, visibility, and the overall quality of life for people in these underserved areas, with a focus on rural communities. Signify and BharatCares partners to illuminate 58 Gram Panchayats in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh The project will see the installation of 2,000 streetlights. By supporting local infrastructure and rural development, the project will create a well-lit environment for residents,…
Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate (SPRE), one of India’s most trusted real estate developers, hosted an exclusive experiential event at VANAHA in collaboration with Aston Martin New Delhi, spotlighting a strategic alignment of elegance, precision, and opulence. Aston Martin showcases its luxury models at Vanaha by Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate in Pune Held at the VANAHA Experience Centre, the evening featured two iconic Aston Martin models – Vantage and DBX 707 each valued at over INR 5 crore. This dazzling display attracted more than 500 distinguished partners, influencers, and prospective buyers, offering them a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in the…
Zigly’s ‘International Happy Pets Day’ Celebrates Pet Friendship and Brings Pet Community Together for Social Cause
Over 2200 pets and their parents celebrated the day together across India, and Rs. 3 lakhs raised for animal welfare Launched Zigly Coins, an industry-first omnichannel loyalty program rewarding customers with 1 coin (Re 1 value) for every Rs. 100 spent Launched exclusive range on Pet products under in-house labels: Applod, Fur Pro and Zigly lifestyle Zigly, (Cosmo First Limited) India’s first tech-enabled omnichannel pet care brand successfully concluded the second edition of ‘International Happy Pets Day (IHPD)’ across India, witnessing over 2200 pets and parents participating in the day-long celebration. Building on the incredible success of last year’s inaugural…
Over 130 Indian MLAs & MLCs from 24 States, 21 Parties to Attend Global NCSL Summit in Boston, Facilitated by NLC Bharat 2025
In a significant step toward strengthening global democratic engagement, a landmark delegation of over 130 Indian legislators will participate in the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Summit in Boston, USA, from August 4 to 6, 2025. The initiative for Bharatiya delegation of legislators is being facilitated by National Legislators’ Conference Bharat (NLC Bharat), a pioneering platform dedicated to empowering Indian legislators and fostering national and international legislative collaboration, cooperation and dialogue for sharing knowledge and best practices. Indian legislators who attended NCSL Summit 2024 in Boston as part of the NLC Bharat initiative The delegation-comprising Members of Legislative Assemblies…
MISSION TO EARTHPHASE – MOONSHINE GOLD, is the new timepiece in the Bioceramic MoonSwatch Collection available exclusively on August 9, the day of the full moon, at selected Swatch stores worldwide. Featuring Swatch’s latest earth phase innovation, a moon phase indicator adorned with OMEGA’s Moonshine™ Gold and illustrations from the world of Snoopy, this release is a reminder that imagination and daring to dream big, is the first step to going further than anyone thought possible. MISSION TO EARTHPHASE – MOONSHINE GOLD An innovative complication introduced last year by Swatch, the earth phase shows how Earth appears when viewed from…
IVCA CAT III Summit 2025 to Spotlight Innovation, Growth, and Alpha in India’s Fastest-Growing Alternate Asset Class
The Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA), India’s apex industry body for alternative assets, is set to host the IVCA CAT III Summit 2025 in Mumbai on 6th August 2025. As Category III AIFs emerge as a driving force in India’s capital markets, this year’s summit will convene over 120 industry leaders-ranging from fund managers and limited partners to policymakers and wealth advisors-for a deep dive into the strategies, structures, and shifts shaping this dynamic asset class. IVCA CAT III Summit 2025 to Spotlight Innovation, Growth, and Alpha in India’s Fastest-Growing Alternate Asset Class The summit comes at a…
