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VinFast’s latest “Trade Gas for Electric” programme adds new incentives for petrol car owners switching to EVs, reinforcing a broader strategy that combines exchange support, resale value guarantees, long warranties and service expansion in India. VinFast’s latest “Trade Gas for Electric” programme adds new incentives for petrol car owners switching to EVs VinFast is approaching the EV transition in India with a layered strategy. Instead of relying on a single incentive or product feature, the company has begun assembling a broader framework designed to make switching from petrol vehicles feel less like a leap and more like a…
Livasa Hospitals announces its expansion into Ludhiana with the development of a 368-bed multi-speciality tertiary care hospital, marking a significant step in strengthening its healthcare network across Punjab. The new facility will support Livasa’s long-term vision of expanding its healthcare footprint to nearly 2,000 beds and improving access to advanced medical care for patients across the region. Mr. Anurag Yadav, CEO, Livasa Hospitals at a Press Conference along with Hon’ble Cabinet Minister Mr. Sanjeev Arora The Ludhiana hospital is expected to be operational over the next 15-18 months. Livasa Hospitals has undergone a significant phase of transformation in the…
IVCA Alternate Capital Excellence Awards 2026 Honour Value Creation Across India's Private Capital Ecosystem
The IVCA Alternate Capital Excellence Awards 2026 were presented at the 15th edition of the IVCA Conclave, organised by India’s apex body for the alternate capital sector, the Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA). Held on Day 2 of the Conclave, the Awards honoured the institutions and individuals exemplifying excellence in performance, governance, and creating enduring value across the alternate asset ecosystem, spanning private equity, venture capital, private credit, venture debt, real estate, infrastructure, and impact investing. IVCA Alternate Capital Excellence Awards 2026 Honour Value Creation Across India’s Private Capital Ecosystem The winners were selected by an…
Smartworld Developers Awards INR 1,000 Crore Construction Contract for Trump Residences Gurgaon; Structural Work Commences
Smartworld Developers, a new age real estate brand has awarded a construction contract worth INR 1,000 crore for its landmark ultra-luxury project, Trump Residences Gurgaon, marking a major milestone in the project’s development. Excavation at the site has been completed, and as part of the phased construction strategy, a INR 300 crore tender has already been released. Structural construction has now formally commenced. Trump Residences Gurgaon, Facade Part of an expansive 11.7-acre development in Sector 69, Gurugram, Trump Residences Gurgaon will feature two iconic 51-storey towers comprising 298 ultra-premium residences. Designed to meet global luxury benchmarks, the development will showcase a contemporary…
Academic Leaders and VCs Explore AI's Impact on Higher Education at I4IC 2026, Hosted by Employability.life and Federation University Australia
As Artificial Intelligence reshapes industries, economies, and societies at unprecedented speed, Vice Chancellors across India are proactively preparing their institutions for the future. At I4IC 2026, a high octane Senior Leadership Workshop brought together top academic decision-makers to deliberate on AI’s transformative impact on higher education. Top academic leaders at I4IC 2026, a Senior Leadership Workshop on AI’s transformative impact on higher education The session was attended by Vice Chancellors and senior leaders from academic institutes across the country, creating a platform for strategic on institutional readiness. While AI integration was a key theme, discussions extended beyond technology to focus…
Hero FinCorp's AI-Led Lending Platform 'Project Dhruv Tara' and Talent Initiatives Earn Industry Recognition
Serving over 13 million customers with a distribution footprint covering over 18,600 of India’s PIN codes (as of March 31, 2025) Reflects the company’s focus on leveraging technology and AI integration alongside organisational capability and talent development As artificial intelligence and advanced analytics reshape credit decisioning across India’s lending ecosystem, financial institutions are now increasingly combining advanced analytics with organisational capability to deliver faster credit access and scalable growth. Reflecting this shift, Hero FinCorp Limited, an Indian Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), has received two industry recognitions for its tech-led lending architecture and organisational practices. The company has been awarded…
Hush Puppies, the global footwear brand exclusively retailed in India by Bata. A brand long synonymous with premium comfort and everyday wearability, reimagines bounce technology to it’s the Office Sneaker Collection. Designed for professionals navigating fast paced, hybrid workdays, the collection brings together refined office-ready aesthetics with enhanced cushioning that keeps pace with modern work lives. Hush Puppies Brings Bounce Technology to Its Office Sneaker Collection Film Reel Link: youtu.be/oScsNwC5qec As workplaces evolve and workdays grow increasingly dynamic, comfort is no longer a luxury; it’s essential. The Office Sneaker Collection addresses this shift by seamlessly blending professional styling…
At AI Impact Summit 2026, Jaipur's CODE Edu Launches AI-Powered Creative Learning Platform 'EnCODE'
Jaipur-based edtech venture CODE – Centre for Originality, Design & Expression (CODE Edu) launched its AI-powered creative learning platform EnCODE at the AI Impact Summit 2026 held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, positioning the platform as a multidisciplinary education ecosystem designed to integrate creativity and cognitive learning into mainstream higher education. Government, academia and tech leaders call for creativity-driven education as CODE Edu unveils AI-enabled EnCODE platform The launch formed part of a broader conversation at the summit on the future of education and the skills required for India’s emerging Orange Economy, where creativity, design, culture, and technology…
Mitsubishi Logisnext Asia Pacific Rebrands as Logisnext Asia Pacific, to Strengthen Leadership in Logistics Solutions
Mitsubishi Logisnext Asia Pacific (MLAP) announced today it will be rebranded to Logisnext Asia Pacific in the future, aligning with the strategic direction set by Mitsubishi Logisnext Co. Ltd. (ML) for its group companies. This global change will mark a significant step in ML’s ongoing transformation, guided by the “Logisnext Vision 2035”. As part of this process, ML has formed a partnership with Japan Industrial Partners (JIP) as the new strategic partner to support sustainable growth and long-term value creation. Consequently, all group companies will adopt the new company name from 30th of April. Commitment to Customers “While our name is…
Cycle Pure Agarbathi Joins Hands with Sitar Maestro Rishab Rikhiram Sharma's India Tour for Mental Wellness
Cycle Pure Agarbathi, world’s largest manufacturer of agarbathies and India’s most trusted heritage brand, has partnered with globally acclaimed sitar artist Rishab Rikhiram Sharma for his India tour. The special tour, Sitar for Mental Health by Rishab Rikhiram Sharma, will travel across major Indian cities including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata. This collaboration will bring together the calming power of Indian classical music added with spiritual fragrance to create a soulful experience that nurtures healing and restores balance. As a Prayer Partner, Cycle Pure Agarbathi is supporting the initiative that brings together music and mindfulness to encourage conversations…
