India Corporate T20 Bash Unveils Jersey and Logo Ahead of Inaugural Season
Mumbai, 27th February 2025: The India Corporate T20 Bash (ICBT20), a next-level commercial T-20 annual Cricket League for top-performing young corporate players, was officially launched today in Delhi. The league conceptualized by Now & Eminence Netrasup India unveiled its jersey and logo as it gears up for its inaugural season. Designed to bring together corporate and private sector employees from across the country, ICBT20 Bash will offer a professional sporting platform that emphasizes the importance of work-life balance, health, and fitness. The unveiling happened in the presence of ICBT20 Brand Ambassador Herschelle Gibbs, Former South African Cricketer, Actor Sonu Sood and Vinod Kumar Tiwari, Director General, Olympic Council of Asia President, International Kabaddi Federation President E-sports, India.
Other prominent personalities present at the event were top mentors of ICBT20 Bash league including Tillakaratne Dilshan, Former Sri Lankan Cricketer, Jesse Ryder, Former New Zealand Cricketer, Kieth Ingram, Former South African Cricketer, Dhammika Prasad, Former Sri-Lankan Cricketer, Jerome Chinia, Former South African Cricketer and members of the core steering committee including Wasim Jaffer, Former Indian Cricketer and Coach, Sukhvinder Singh, Former India A & Ranji Trophy Player, Nilesh Mittal, Former Ranji Trophy Player and Sports Business Entrepreneur and Rajeev Kumar, Director & CEO, Eminence Netrasup India.
The league will feature six powerful teams: Bengaluru Avengers, Delhi Kings, Gurugram Spartans, Gujarat Diamonds, Hyderabad Royals, and Mumbai Champions, with top mentors from the cricketing world.
The inaugural season will feature 6 franchise teams, with 18 exciting matches held over 8 days at the Yamuna Sports Complex in Delhi. The tournament’s winners will receive significant financial rewards, with the champions earning INR 25 lakhs, the runners-up receiving INR 15 lakhs, each ‘Man of the Match’ awarded INR 25,000, the ‘Man of the Series’ receiving INR 2 lakhs, and the best player in each category taking home INR 1 lakh. The league will showcase top corporate players from across India, competing at the highest level.
The new ICBT20 Bash logo captures the league’s dynamic energy and professional spirit, symbolizing the integration of cricket and corporate culture. The vibrant design represents the fast-paced, high-energy nature of T20 cricket, while also reflecting the commitment to fostering a strong corporate sports community. The logo will be prominently featured across all league events, media promotions, and merchandise. In tandem with the logo, the official jersey reflects the bold ambition of ICBT20 Bash to revolutionize the intersection of sports and business. The jersey design incorporates modern, sleek elements with vibrant hues, signifying the unity of India’s diverse corporate workforce coming together for a common goal – to stay healthy, achieve personal growth, and live their sporting dreams.
Speaking at the event, ICBT20 Bash, Brand Ambassador, Herschelle Gibbs said, “I’m excited to be part of this new initiative that will not only provide corporate professionals a platform to play the sport they love but also inspire them to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The launch of the logo and jersey sets the tone for what’s to come, and I believe this will be a game-changer for Indian commercial corporate cricket”
The ICBT20 Bash is set to provide over 64 hours of live action during its inaugural season, with 18 thrilling matches streamed across Reliance Entertainment Network and DD Sports along with OTT WAVES. Corporate players will be selected through an extensive screening process led by the league’s Core Steering Committee.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Rajeev Kumar, Director & CEO, Eminence Netrasup India, “ICBT20 Bash was conceptualized with the sole purpose of unleashing the transformative power of sports to foster not only physical well-being but also mental resilience and professional growth of corporate cricket players. ICBT 20 offers them the next level global platforms to play their passionate sports and also enjoy lucrative benefits as sports incentives. We encourage more corporates to take the lead in motivating their employees to join the league and be a part of this unique initiative.”
RBI Youth Key to Spreading Awareness on Financial Frauds via Social Media
27th February2025: PHDCCI, under the aegis of its Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) Committee, organized an awareness program on financial frauds at Jagan Institute of Management Studies (JIMS), Rohini, Delhi. The programme was supported by the Reserve Bank of India Ombudsman’s Office and JIMS, Rohini that aimed at raising awareness amongst youth about different types of financial frauds.
Present on this occasion were senior officials of RBI including Mr. Brijlal Singh, Deputy General Manager & Deputy Ombudsman, RBI, Delhi; Dr. Pooja Jain, Director, JIMS, Rohini; Dr. R. K. Singh, Dean PGDM RM, JIMS, Rohini; Ms. Priti Singh, Assistant Manager, RBI; Mr. Simranjit Singh, RBI ; Ms. Babeeta Sharma, Senior Secretary, PHDCCI and Mr. Sanjay Ahuja, Joint Secretary, PHDCCI.
Mr. Brijlal Singh emphasised that in today’s digital age everyone is vulnerable to frauds. The only way to protect one is through awareness and precautions, as fraud takes many forms. Driven by ignorance, greed, and fear, financial fraud highlights the need for awareness programs and he requested young participants to take utmost care while doing financial transactions. He added that youth have a significant advantage in spreading awareness about financial frauds, especially through social media platforms.
Ms. Priti Singh gave presentation on all the aspects of Financial Frauds & Prevention and shared an overview of some of the most common forms of financial fraud in the banking industry like phishing, vishing, ATM card skimming, QR code scam, SIM swapping, juice jacking, identity theft, credential theft, biometrics spoofing, impersonation, lottery frauds, investment frauds and job scams.
Mr. Simranjit Singh, Assistant, RBI briefed the scheme which was inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in 2021. He gave an overview of the Ombudsman scheme, its history and mentioned that any customer aggrieved by an act or omission of a regulated entity resulting in a deficiency in service can file a complaint under the scheme.
Dr. Pooja Jain appreciated the awareness programme that would safeguard the youth from financial frauds and thanked all officials from RBI and PHDCCI for collaboratively organizing such an interactive and informative session for the benefit of faculty and students of the institute.
Ms. Babeeta Sharma moderated the session & Mr. Sanjay Ahuja, Joint Secretary, PHDCCI coordinated the whole programme.
A quiz was organized during the event, based on the content covered in the sessions. The program saw participation of a large number of students and faculty to learn more about cyber security and financial frauds.
LOGIC’s EDLA-Certified HX Series Redefines Interactive Displays
February 27th 2025, India – LOGIC, a leading solution provider in the AV industry and a sub-brand of Online Instruments India Pvt. Ltd., is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking HX Series of Interactive Flat Panels. Certified by Google EDLA, the HX Series seamlessly integrates with Google’s ecosystem, offering a transformative experience across education, business, healthcare, retail, and more. This innovation is not just a step forward in interactive display technology—it’s a leap into the future of collaboration, learning, and engagement.
In classrooms, the HX Series is revolutionizing the way students and teachers interact. At leading schools, educators are using the 4K displays to create immersive, collaborative learning environments. With support for up to 40 simultaneous touchpoints, multiple students can work together on the same screen, nurturing teamwork and creativity. Access to Google Classroom, YouTube EDU, and other Google tools allows teachers to deliver dynamic, multimedia-rich lessons. Virtual labs, mathematical simulations, and support for regional languages further enhance the learning experience, making education more inclusive and engaging. One teacher shared, “The built-in analytics help me track student participation in real-time, enabling me to tailor my teaching approach instantly. It’s like having a co-pilot in the classroom.”
Google’s EDLA certification ensures that the HX Series provides a secure, reliable, and high-performance Android experience. By complying with Google’s standards, EDLA-certified devices like the HX Series are well-suited for enterprise environments, government use, and secure business operations. This certification not only enhances the device’s functionality but also ensures seamless integration with Google’s ecosystem, making it a trusted choice for educators and institutions.
In the corporate world, the HX Series is redefining how teams collaborate. Enterprises are leveraging these panels to streamline hybrid meetings, enabling teams to annotate directly on the screen during brainstorming sessions. Remote participants can join via Google Meet / Microsoft Teams / Zoom, while the wireless sharing feature allows employees to present from their devices effortlessly. The integration with productivity tools like Google Workspace ensures that meetings are not just efficient but also highly interactive. Companies report a significant reduction in meeting times and improved decision-making processes, thanks to the HX Series’ intuitive design and advanced features.
The healthcare sector is witnessing a transformation with the HX Series. Hospitals are utilizing these interactive displays to enhance patient consultations, displaying medical images and treatment plans in stunning 4K clarity. During medical training sessions, the panels allow trainees to explore 3D anatomical models and annotate directly on the screen, creating a hands-on learning experience. This technology is proving to be a vital tool in improving both patient care and medical training.
Why the LOGIC Interactive Display – HX Series Stands Out
What sets the LOGIC Interactive Display’s HX Series apart is its ability to adapt to diverse industries while delivering consistent, high-performance results. With features like precise multi-touch capabilities, crystal-clear audio, and seamless integration with Google Workspace, it empowers users to collaborate, innovate, and communicate like never before. Whether it’s a classroom, boardroom, hospital, or retail store, the HX Series is redefining what’s possible.
The LOGIC HX Series is more than just a tool—it’s a gateway to endless possibilities. By combining cutting-edge technology with the power of Google’s ecosystem, LOGIC is helping organizations across industries unlock their full potential. Experience the future of interactive displays with the LOGIC HX Series, where innovation meets impact, and possibilities aren’t just endless—they’re exponential.
Turkish Airlines Holidays Expands Globally
Bengaluru, 27 February 2025: Turkish Airlines, the airline flying to more countries than any other, has launched its comprehensive package holiday brand globally, offering travellers a seamless way to plan and book their trips in one place. The launch event held at The Peninsula London Hotel welcomed numerous distinguished guests from around the world, marking a strategic expansion for the brand.
Holidaymakers can now arrange flights, hotels, tours, activities, car rentals, airport transfers, insurance and more Previously available only for outbound flights from Türkiye, Turkish Airlines Holidays has now expanded to key markets including the UK, Europe, South Korea, Mexico, Australia, and many more through strategic partnerships with HBX and PerfectStay.
This expansion marks a significant milestone in Turkish Airlines’ aim to provide seamless and high-quality experiences for travellers worldwide. Building on this momentum, Turkish Airlines Holidays is preparing for its launch in the U.S. in the coming months.
Commenting at the exclusive launch event, Turkish Airlines Chief Executive Officer Bilal Ekşi said: “Passengers travelling outbound from Türkiye have enjoyed the convenience of booking their entire trip through Turkish Airlines Holidays. Now, we are extending this seamless experience to travellers worldwide, making holiday planning easier than ever while strengthening our global presence. We are delighted to provide such comprehensive, one-stop booking options for our guests, further improving their travel experiences.”
Nicolas Huss, Chief Executive Officer of HBX, also shared his thoughts on this milestone moment: Today’s travellers expect a seamless and connected booking experience. With this in mind, we are proud to embark on this strategic partnership with Turkish Airlines to launch Turkish Airlines Holidays. Through this collaboration, passengers can now enhance their journeys by combining flights with our extensive global inventory of accommodations, transfers, car rentals, and experiences—powered by Perfect Stay’s advanced packaging technology—to create the ideal getaway. As a company dedicated to connecting global travel, we are thrilled about this opportunity and eager to shape the future of travel together.”
Launching Turkish Airlines Holidays globally not only highlights the flag carrier’s commitment to passenger experience but it also promotes Türkiye as a must-visit destination, supporting Turkish Airlines’ goal of promoting the country and contributing to Turkish tourism on a global scale.
A Smarter Way to Travel
Turkish Airlines Holidays offers travellers a comprehensive and flexible way to book their dream destinations:
- Holidays in over 60 countries: The most extensive airline holiday brand, offering packages across 200+ destinations from over 60 countries.
- Exclusive flight & hotel advantages: Special pricing and bundled packages for better value.
- Best price guarantee: Competitive and reliable pricing for worry-free booking experience.
- Tailor-made tours: Personalised itineraries catering to unique travel preferences.
- Expansive service network: A selection of over 550,000 hotels and services in 300+ destinations.
- Extra Miles&Smiles rewards: Earn additional miles on holiday package bookings, not just on flights.
- ABTA and ATOL guarantee: Full financial security and peace of mind for travellers. These certifications ensure that bookings are safeguarded against unexpected situations, changes, or disruptions providing peace of mind throughout the travel experience.
- Flexible payment plans: Instalment options, making dream vacations more accessible.
- Free checked-in baggage: A complimentary baggage allowance on all holiday bookings.
Juniper Networks Launches Solution for GPUaaS and AIaaS Providers
India, February 27, 2025 – Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-Native Networking, today announced a new solution purpose-built for neocloud, traditional SPs and other AI cloud providers who are deploying and managing GPUaaS (GPU-as-a-Service) and AIaaS (AI-as-a-Service) offerings. The new solution accelerates time-to-market, simplifies operations, and lowers the cost of managing these services, all while delivering high-performance data center networks that are optimized for multi-tenant environments. This is the latest Networks for AI solution introduced by Juniper, who is experiencing strong momentum in the AI data center space as companies worldwide seek for industry-leading switching, routing, security and automated operations.
Enterprises are turning to neocloud, traditional SPs and other AI cloud providers for on-demand AI services to reduce costs and improve time-to-market. These companies build optimized infrastructure to deliver better performance and offer more competitive pricing, particularly by enabling a pay-as-you-go model for expensive hardware like GPUs, making AI development more accessible. Such providers are typically more agile and responsive, offering cutting-edge AI technologies with greater flexibility and customization. Some also focus on data sovereignty and privacy, catering to organizations with strict regulatory requirements.
Juniper’s solution provides a powerful and secure way to deploy highly optimized, cost-effective and multi-tenant cloud-based AI services. It delivers high-performing, scalable and secure networks for cloud-based AI services such as training and inference with Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG). It is quick-to-deploy and easy-to-manage, providing time-to-market advantages to AI cloud providers. The solution today consists of QFX Series Switches, PTX Series Routers and SRX Series Firewalls managed via Juniper Apstra® data center assurance software and Mist AI™.
The solution delivers these key benefits:
Automation accelerates deployment and simplifies operations
By leveraging a combination of intent-based networking and Mist AI, Juniper simplifies Day 0/1/2+ operations and reduces ongoing costs by up to 85 percent in some instances, with up to 10x reduction in deployment time. Through an integration with Red Hat® OpenShift®, even more automation benefits can be achieved in Kubernetes environments.
Zero Trust Security and Multi-tenancy protects users and data
Juniper’s Zero Trust DC Security portfolio, along with EVPN VXLAN capabilities within Juniper switches, provide multi-tenancy capabilities, and protects the AI infrastructure, models and confidential data from internal and external threats. Juniper’s SRX 4700 next-generation firewall is a power-efficient, 1 U device designed for service providers, cloud providers and large enterprises. It delivers the industry’s highest firewall throughput per rack unit, up to 1.4 Tbps, and supports 400 Gbps interfaces with wire speed MACsec to safeguard data in motion.
Validated solutions provide confidence
With Juniper’s Ops4AI Lab, managed providers can validate their AI models prior to actual deployment across various networking, compute and storage platforms and configurations. In addition, Juniper Validated Designs (JVDs) exist for multi-vendor AI blueprints, including NVIDIA and AMD accelerated computing, Weka and VAST storage. These tools ensure confidence and expedite GPUaaS and AIaaS deployment times.
Open flexibility avoids vendor lock-in
Juniper has the only multi-vendor solution for DC fabric management and automation, making it the most flexible to design and simplest to manage. Juniper also has unique capabilities to optimize AI workload performance over Ethernet, allowing providers to use open and proven technologies and products that avoid vendor lock-in. With a runway to 1.6 Tbps/port switches and multi-vendor support for GPU-agnostic systems, Juniper reduces costs, assures faster innovation, maximizes design flexibility and avoids supply chain challenges.
Continued momentum in AI DC
As a leader in AI-Native Networking and AI technologies, Juniper’s early bet on “Networks for AI” is paying off with strong market success. First to ship 800G Ethernet switches among OEMs, Juniper now commands a leading 49 percent share of the 800G OEM market, according to 650 Group’s Q1-Q3 2024 revenue shipment report published in December 2024. With AI-optimized solutions, Open4AI Lab and white-glove service to customers, Juniper has been winning many AI DC customers. Juniper AI data center solutions are powering networks from the world’s largest ACP, with hundreds of thousands of GPUs, to enterprise deployments.
Supporting Quotes
“Managed AI services, such as GPUaaS and AIaaS, have been growing rapidly. To capture the demand, neocloud, traditional SPs and other AI cloud providers need to move fast and deliver exceptional value. Juniper is excited to deliver a purpose-built solution for these providers, expediting their journey towards offering unique and compelling services with the performance, security, automation and open flexibility their customers demand.”Praveen Jain, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Data Center & AI, Juniper Networks
“Enterprises of all sizes are aggressively looking to use recent advancements in AI to transform their businesses, but they are getting slowed down by the complexity of managing infrastructure. AI cloud infrastructure services from Digital Ocean speed up time-to-market, lower cost of ownership, and remove the complexity of deploying AI. Scalable, reliable and operationally simple networking from Juniper for front-end and back-end AI networks helps us deliver high fidelity AI services to our customers.”
Bratin Saha, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Digital Ocean“Selecting the right GPU infrastructure and deciding whether to build, buy or rent it can significantly impact a company’s success in the rapidly evolving field of AI and ML. Juniper provides us with easy-to-deploy, secure, AI-optimized networking for our multi-tenant AI infrastructure that for us is on par with traditional InfiniBand but has a far greater human resource pool to support it since it’s Ethernet. It is also far easier to reconfigure for rapidly changing AI requirements in multi tenancy so that we can deliver high-performance GPU as a Service quickly however our customers choose to consume it.”
Jeff Hinkle, CEO, ionstream.ai“As enterprises look to expand AI investments in 2025, they want high-performance, secure and cost-effective AI cloud infrastructure from us. Vultr’s collaboration with Juniper Networks empowers these enterprises and AI innovators to harness the full potential of accelerated computing. Using Juniper networking solutions, we can deliver AI services to our customers quickly, securely and scale to their highest performance expectations.”
David Gucker, COO, Vultr
Upcoming Events
- Visit the Juniper booth (Hall 2, D12) at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, March 3-6, 2025. For media briefings, contact pstill@juniper.net.
- Register for Juniper’s virtual event, “Your AI Data Center your Way”, March 11, 2025 to see how Juniper is helping customers build and operate data center infrastructure to take advantage of the AI revolution.
- Visit the Juniper booth (2120) at NVIDIA GTC in San Jose, CA, March 17–21, 2025.
Emkay Strategy Zomato’s Growth & Market Outlook
Zomato
Quick commerce is a bigger opportunity than modern retail or e-commerce, as it is disrupting general trade. Like other digital businesses, the existing 2-3 leaders should dominate after an initial period of intense competition. Blinkit has an additional moat due to the complexity of the quick commerce fulfillment model.
The low and declining profitability is not a cause for worry. This is an inherent feature of internet businesses – high losses in the initial land-grab phase followed by OpLev-led profitability as the business matures. Blinkit’s topline growth and market share are the important metrics, at this stage. Losses could continue for a few more quarters. An upside surprise could be profit-positive interventions by Zepto ahead of its IPO, when it happens.
Zomato’s 17% YoY GOV growth in food delivery for 3QFY25 was underwhelming, but appears to be a one-off from the excess seasonal pressures and the general slowdown in consumer spending. Our macro view is that discretionary consumption will recover in FY26, so this should be a passing phase.
Zomato trades at 7x EV/sales (FY26) and is undervalued compared with peers. We give it credit for its track record of innovation and execution – the management spotted the q-commerce opportunity when few others did. It also fits into two macro themes: the expected rebound in discretionary consumption in 2HCY25, and the greater value capture by digital disruptors in consumer businesses (detailed investment argument on Page 2).
Market update
The brutal correction in the market continues, with renewed FPI selling. This kind of price damage creates its own negativity but there are positive signs. The RBI’s move to reduce risk weights for NBFCs and micro-borrowers is a big positive. This should enable banks and NBFCs to lend more aggressively in retail segments, which would in turn aid the recovery in consumption. Also, the correction has de-frothed valuations, and the Nifty is attractively valued at below 22.5k (19.2x 1YF P/E). Financials is the best trade on the RBI easing, but we see this as an opportunity to lighten positions as valuations are still out of sync with medium-term growth. Our preferred sectors are Consumer Discretionary, Healthcare, and Telecom.
Read of the week – Taylor Swift!
This HBR analysis of Taylor Swift by Kevin Evers struck a chord at many levels. Evers’s framework of her success can be extended to businesses too. The last two behaviors, in my opinion, also reflect scenarios where most businesses falter and end up conceding leadership: maintaining productive paranoia and adapting to platform shifts. We see this in the two sectors we are structurally UW on – ie banking and staples. Companies shifted focus to productivity and profitability, neglecting innovation and creativity, and are now struggling to adapt to a new post-digital world with more democratized access to consumers.
Midweek Masala – New avatar
Our relaunched weekly has a new format. We will cycle through four themes every week – Idea of the Month (this week), Market HealthCheck, Stock Screeners, and Macrometer. We return to each theme every four weeks. We shall also be highlighting interesting reads and a market update, when necessary. We also have a section on the week’s movers and shakers on the inside pages. We will be publishing every Wednesday, and the data will capture the Wed-Tue cycle.
Pilgrims Turn to Bajaj’s 24×7 Seva Kendra at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
Mumbai, February 27, 2025: Bajaj, India’s leading consumer appliances brand, launched a 24×7 Bajaj Seva Kendra at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 to support pilgrims during this once-in-a-lifetime spiritual gathering. The Maha Kumbh Mela, which stands as a once in a lifetime opportunity for many has drawn millions of devotees this year, making it one of the largest religious gatherings globally. Recognising the physical and environmental challenges faced by pilgrims—long journeys, harsh winter conditions, and immense crowds—Bajaj set up the 24×7 Seva Kendra to provide a continuous supply of free hot water bags for warm compresses, powered by Bajaj Pentacle Digi Water Heaters.
This was unveiled on the sacred day of Mauni Amavasya on 29th January 2025 and run by permanently stationed sevaks. Working tirelessly day and night, refilling hot water bags, they ensured that weary pilgrims received the warmth and comfort needed to continue their spiritual journey. This initiative has touched over 1,00,000 devotees, reaffirming Bajaj’s commitment to being a dependable partner in every journey.
Vishal Chadha, Chief Operating Officer – Consumer Products, Bajaj Electricals, commented on the initiative: “Through this humble service at the Maha Kumbh Mela, Bajaj reinforces our dedication to enabling Indians to be unstoppable in their pursuits.”
Devika Sachdev, Head of Advertising and Brand Management, Bajaj Electricals, added, “Our brand promise of being a dependable partner extends beyond our products—it’s about being there for our consumers through every journey. With the Seva Kendra initiative at the Maha Kumbh Mela, the intent was to ensure that the pilgrims continue their journey with comfort and confidence.”
Owing to the high endurance, energy efficiency, and low maintenance of the Bajaj Pentacle Digi Water Heater, the brand was able to deliver continuous hot water support for lakhs of devotees—a testament to Bajaj’s innovation and customer-centric solutions.
The Seva Kendra operated throughout the Maha Kumbh Mela, offering uninterrupted support to millions of pilgrims, ensuring that every step of their journey was met with warmth, comfort, and strength—hallmarks of Bajaj’s enduring commitment to India’s unstoppable spirit.
CDSL IPF Hosts Investment Awareness Program in Chandigarh
Chandigarh, February 27, 2025: CDSL Investor Protection Fund (CDSL IPF) organized an investment awareness program for students in Jhanjeri, Chandigarh.
The initiative was organized in Chandigarh Group of Colleges, Jhanjeri, Chandigarh.
The program focused on promoting financial literacy and empowered investors to make informed decisions regarding their investments in capital markets, while also delving into the core principles of investing.
To ensure the initiative covered a wide audience, the program was conducted in Hindi and English languages. The speakers simplified investment concepts for the students, covering topics like Basics of Investment & Depository Services.
As investor education plays a key role in achieving financial inclusion in the capital markets, CDSL IPF aims to provide investors with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the complexities of the capital markets with confidence and be an #AtmanirbharInvestor.
Committed to spreading financial literacy, CDSL IPF will continue to deliver more investor awareness programs nationwide this year.
FTCCI’s ICT Committee to Host GROWTH X 2025 Summit
Hyderabad, February 27, 2025……ICT Committee of The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry(FTCCI) to organise the GROWTH X 2025 Summit on 1st March at HICC in Madhapur with a special focus on how to leverage Technology for GROWTH in the disrupting era of AI
GROWTH X 2025 platform is for knowledge sharing, business, partnerships, lead generation and revenue opportunities
Union Minister for Coal and Mines Shri Kishen Reddy, IT Minister Shri D Sridhar Babu, Govt. of Telangana and Shri Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary, Govt. of Telangana are amongst the several dignitaries gracing the event.
Some of the speakers include Mr Panneerselvam Madanagopal, CEO, MeitY Startup Hub, Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), Govt. of India; Mr Rajesh Dhuddu, Partner, Emerging Tech, PwC; Dr Raj P Narayanam, Founder & Executive Chairman, Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services Limited; Mr Anirban Mukherjee, Lead Partner. EY India Hyderabad; Mr. Srikanth Srinivasan, Vice President & Head – Membership & Outreach, NASSCOM;
It will be a Confluence of Government & Policy Makers, Industry, Investors, Startups and Academia. Topics including Digital Manufacturing, AI, Data and Privacy, Customer and Growth, Skilling and Talent will be discussed during the summit
More than 450 participants comprising decision makers/CXOs, FTCCI Members, IT, Policy Makers, Investors and Startups will participate in the summit.
An Expo Zone will be organised along with the summit. A Business lounge will be set up for closed group interactions.
FTCCI partnered with We-Hub, T-Hub, T-Works, DSCI, TASK, SucSEED Venture, AWS, Google and Microsoft to organise this summit.
IIT Roorkee Hosts Training on Seepage Management in Dams
IIT Roorkee, 27, 02 2025: The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), through its International Centre of Excellence for Dams (ICED), successfully started a Short-Term Training Course on “Assessment and Management of Seepage in Dams” from February 25 to 28, 2025. The four-day program, coordinated by Prof. Brijesh Kumar Yadav, served as a dynamic platform for professionals, researchers, and students to exchange insights and deliberate on the latest advancements in dam safety and seepage management.
Prof. K.K. Pant, Director of IIT Roorkee, emphasized the critical importance of dam safety in sustainable water resource management and reaffirmed IIT Roorkee’s commitment to research and technical innovation in this field. Prof. M.L. Sharma, Head of ICED, highlighted the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in dam safety research, stressing that knowledge-sharing initiatives like this training course are instrumental in developing resilient and safer water infrastructure. Prof. N.K. Goel, Founding Head of ICED, underscored the need for continuous innovation and capacity building in dam safety and reflected on ICED’s pivotal contributions to seepage research and management strategies.
The training course was inaugurated by Chief Guest Er. Manoj Tripathi, Chairman of the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). He emphasized the importance of knowledge sharing and technical discussions in enhancing dam safety practices. He also noted that the training course would serve as a valuable platform for professionals across disciplines to engage in meaningful dialogue on seepage-related challenges and solutions.
Prof. Brijesh Kumar Yadav, the course coordinator, provided key insights into seepage management strategies, highlighting its crucial role in dam safety and rehabilitation. He encouraged participants to foster logical thinking and technical expertise in addressing seepage issues effectively.
The training program witnessed active participation from over 25 delegates representing DRIP-implementing agencies, state and central water resource departments, and key power sector organizations, including NTPC Limited, NHPC Limited, THDCIL, SJVNL, Damodar Valley Corporation, KSEB, NEEPCO, and the Meghalaya State Electricity Board.
The inaugural session concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Brijesh Kumar Yadav, who expressed gratitude to the participants, speakers, and organizers for their valuable contributions in making the training course a resounding success.