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The AVPN Global Conference 2026 opened today at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, India, marking the first time in its 13-year history that the Conference is being held in the country. This signature convening takes place as AVPN enters its 15th year of moving capital towards impact for Asia, underscoring the organisation’s strategic evolution and its call for Asia leaders to shift from participation to leadership in advancing Asia-led solutions. AVPN: Kevin Teo (CTO), Naina Subberwal Batra (CEO), Achal Agarwal (Chair), Roshini Prakash (CKPO), Ramkumar Venkatramani (Director, Impact Investing) This year’s edition brings together close to 2,000 of the…
As part of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and community development, Group Legrand India has successfully completed the construction of a Check Dam in Shastrinagar village, Nashik district in partnership with BharatCares (CSRBOX Group). The project has been implemented under the company’s social responsibility to address water scarcity, strengthen groundwater resources, and improve the resilience of farming communities in the region. The intervention is expected to benefit residents of both Shastrinagar and Gangamhalungi villages, where water availability has historically been a challenge, particularly during the dry season. The inauguration ceremony was led by Mr. Deepak Patil, COO, Group Legrand…
Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, has announced its latest limited-edition pack association with Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, bringing the excitement of one of the most anticipated Malayalam film releases closer to consumers across Kerala. As part of the collaboration, Bisleri will introduce special-edition bottles featuring the film’s lead actors, Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju, across its 500 ml and 1 Litre packs in Kerala. Bisleri Unveils Limited-Edition Packs Featuring Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju from ‘Bethlehem Kudumba Unit’ Timed with the film’s theatrical release, the collaboration celebrates the strong cultural influence of Malayalam cinema while extending…
Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles is gearing up for the biggest evolution yet of its Jawa 42 portfolio. When Jawa returned to India in 2018, the storied brand, part of Classic Legends, remained true to a legacy built on firsts. Jawa has always chosen to stay different, whether through design, performance and engineering or its connection with motorcycle racing. Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles is gearing up for the biggest evolution of its Jawa 42 portfolio with the upcoming Jawa All Stars launch Jawa’s history is made of pioneering moments. In the 1960s, the brand introduced auto-clutch, bringing engineering innovation to the world…
Motherland, the design-first Indian lifestyle brand known for its take on pop culture, subcultures and contemporary Indian life, has launched its new ‘Made in India’ collection, pairing minimalist design with a strong expression of cultural identity. THE NEW FACE: Roka, who represents India on the global stage, embodies Motherland’s proudly rooted and fiercely independent identity The launch also marks the appointment of MMA fighter Asha “The Knockout Queen” Roka as Motherland’s Digital Ambassador. Motherland’s inspiration has always been India. The brand’s world extends beyond clothing to lifestyle accessories, art and its collectible quarterly magazine, drawing from Indian…
Bisleri International partnered with Sony Pictures India to celebrate the highly anticipated theatrical release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day through an exclusive consumer activation featuring limited-edition Bisleri bottles. The association was rolled out across Bisleri’s 250ml, 500ml, and 1-litre water bottles, as special-edition packs made available nationwide. Bisleri Brings the Magic of Spider-Man: Brand New Day to Consumers with Limited-Edition Packs The collaboration brought the excitement of one of the world’s most iconic superhero franchises to an everyday consumer touchpoint, transforming hydration into a fun and collectible experience. Commenting on the association, Shony Panjikaran, General Manager &…
A year ago, Sunidhi Mishra couldn’t have told you what SAP stood for. Today, SAP powers the finance, supply chain, and HR operations of 99 of the world’s 100 largest companies—and Mishra has a certification, and a job offer, to show she understands them. SAP Learning Hub, student edition “When I first heard about SAP, it felt huge and out of reach,” says Mishra, who studied at DBS Global University, Dehradun, and is originally from Prayagraj. Then she found SAP Learning Hub, student edition, a free program that gives final-year students in India access to the same systems those companies run on. “Practicing on real SAP systems changed everything…
Montran India, a leading global financial infrastructure technology company, hosted the 2026 edition of the Montran India Summit, bringing together senior leaders from banks, financial institutions, regulators and market infrastructure institutions to discuss the next phase of India’s digital financial ecosystem. Shri Adv. Ashish Shelar – Hon’ Minister, Government of Maharashtra for Information Technology, Electronics, Artificial Intelligence, and Cultural Affairs delivered the keynote address at the Summit, which was held under the theme “India – Watched by the World. Building What’s Next.” (L-R): Sujeet Tyagi, COO, Montran India; Shri Adv. Ashish Shelar, Hon’ Minister, Government of Maharashtra for IT,…
On the occasion of its 97th Founders’ Day, the Dharampal Satyapal Group, (DS Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi-business corporation, brought its remarkable journey to life in an entirely new way with the launch of ‘DS-Verse,’ an immersive experience that tells the story of the DS Group in the sky. At the heart of DS-Verse is the idea of a unique storytelling of the journey of DS Group since 1929. By scanning a QR code on the smartphones and pointing the device towards the sky, users can explore an augmented reality universe where constellations become gateways to different chapters…
Travel and tour company tour On is strengthening its presence in Kerala through its association with Thiruvananthapuram Royals for the ongoing Kerala Cricket League (KCL) season. The partnership marks an important step in the brand’s expansion into Kerala’s dynamic sports and tourism ecosystem. Thiruvananthapuram Royals and tour On join hands for the Kerala Cricket League, strengthening tour On’s presence and connect in Kerala The association brings together tour On’s growing travel proposition and the widespread appeal of cricket, creating an opportunity for the brand to connect with audiences across Kerala through a shared passion for travel and sport.…