16 April 2025 – Essar Energy Transition’s EET Fuels (the trading name of Essar Oil (UK), the “Company”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Prashant Janaswamy as Chief Information Officer.

Prashant will lead the development and implementation of EET Fuels’ digital transformation strategy, with the goal of modernising the company’s technology infrastructure and enhancing data-driven decision-making.  He brings over 25 years of global experience across the UK, USA, India, and the Middle East, having held senior roles such as CIO, CTO, and Chief Data and Automation Officer at leading companies in the energy, oil and gas, and manufacturing sectors.

His expertise includes digital transformation, technology modernisation, and data-driven decision-making.  Key achievements in Prashant’s career include pioneering AI-powered operational systems, developing ERP strategies, and enhancing infrastructure.

Deepak Maheshwari, CEO, EET Fuels, said: “Prashant’s appointment demonstrates our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive our business forward. His extensive experience and innovative approach will be invaluable as we continue to advance our digital transformation initiatives.”

Prashant Janaswamy, Chief Information Officer, EET Fuels said: “I am excited to join EET Fuels and contribute to the Company’s digital future. The Company’s commitment to innovation and technology modernisation aligns perfectly with my passion for driving growth and efficiency through digital transformation. I look forward to working with the team to achieve our goals.”

Mumbai, 14^th April 2025: VIP Clothing Limited, one of India’s leading innerwear brands, is strengthening its digital presence by making its premium product range available on Zepto, one of the country’s fastest-growing quick-commerce platforms. Consumers will soon be able to purchase the brand’s popular offerings like Frenchie, Feelings, and VIP with just a few taps, enjoying unparalleled convenience and swift doorstep delivery.

Highlighting the collaboration of a legacy brand and quick-commerce, Devendra Meel, Chief Business Officer at Zepto, said, “We are thrilled to welcome VIP Clothing Limited to our growing list of trusted brands. Our seller’s goal has always been to provide users with fast and reliable access to daily essentials, and this partnership enhances that mission. Thanks to our sellers for enabling this. With VIP’s premium innerwear now available on Zepto, we are confident that users will enjoy the ease of shopping for their favourite products with just a few clicks.”

This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in the brand’s commitment to enhancing accessibility and meeting the evolving shopping preferences of modern consumers. With Zepto’s rapid delivery network, customers will have instant access to a wide range of innerwear essentials, ensuring that premium quality and comfort are always within reach. The move is also set to deepen the brand’s connection with the youth, who increasingly rely on quick-commerce platforms for their everyday essentials.

Commenting on this collaboration, Mr. Sunil J. Pathare, Chairman & Managing Director, VIP Clothing Limited, said, “We are looking forward to our partnership with Zepto, as it represents a significant step towards enhancing the shopping experience. This collaboration aligns perfectly with our vision of making high-quality innerwear easily accessible whenever and wherever our customers need it. As we expand into quick commerce, we look forward to reaching more consumers and providing them with the efficiency and convenience they need for their everyday purchases.”

Following the successful launch of its collection on Swiggy Instamart, the innerwear brand’s partnership with Zepto is another step forward in solidifying its digital strategy. By expanding its presence across leading digital platforms, the brand continues to adapt to evolving retail trends and provide seamless shopping experiences.

The availability of VIP Clothing Limited products on the platform will span multiple cities across the country, including major markets such as Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Bengaluru and Chennai, making it easier than ever for consumers to shop for their favourite innerwear brands online. With this expansion, the brand continues to evolve its distribution strategy, embracing digital-first retail solutions that complement its strong presence in physical stores across India.

Bengaluru April 14, 2025: United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) collaborates with Marvell’s CSR support to implement ‘Rural Rising’, an integrated rural development program in the Bagepalli, Chikballapura district, Karnataka. The partnership is driven by a collective vision to uplift the communities with a commitment to enhancing education, health and sanitation, livelihood, and the environment.

The ‘Rural Rising’ program, now in its second year of implementation in Bagepalli has improved the quality of early child care and development services, supported school infrastructure, promoted drinking water, improved the health and sanitation standards and livelihood enhancement resources such as solar lights, and E-bikes to Public Health Centres (PHCs) to improve National Health Mission services.  Distinguished delegates and community leaders graced the occasion, including Mr. Navin Bishnoi, Country Head, Ms. Bharathi Kanuj, CSR Head, Mr. Ganesh Karnatakam, Finance Controller and Mr. Anshuman Ray, Head -Human Resources from Marvell India, Venkata Sudhakar Namala, Sr. Vice President, United Way Bengaluru, representatives of Gram Panchayats, and the local community.

Under the program, several key interventions have been implemented to ensure quality education- 3 Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) have been constructed to create a safe and conducive environment for children (0-6 years), pregnant and lactating mothers, and adolescent girls. Additionally, a total of 17700 sanitary napkins have been distributed along with 8 incinerators installation in two years, toilet refurbishment has been undertaken at 6 government schools and 5 Water ROs of 50 LPH each have been installed in schools and 6 community RO units to ensure access to safe drinking water.

Further, recognizing the significance of clean energy, 428 solar streetlights are installed to promote sustainable energy practices across 3 Gram Panchayats. Rural Rising has also extended mobility support by providing 9 e-bikes to Public Health Centres (PHCs) and 1 basic life support ambulance vehicle to Taluka hospital, Bagepalli.

‘Our commitment to rural development is rooted in the belief that education, income stability, clean energy, and access to safe drinking water are the key pillars for transforming communities. Our partnership with United Way Bengaluru towards the ‘Rural Rising’ program is a testament to our commitment to driving sustainable change for rural communities and building a more self-sufficient future for the community’, said Navin Bishnoi, AVP and Country Manager, Marvell India .

‘A key feature of the Rural Rising flagship program lies in the ‘collaboration’. By working with local authorities and involving community members, the program ensures that local voices and needs are included in the development process. This approach helps identify key issues and priorities, creating an implementation plan that matches the community’s specific needs’ said Rajesh Krishnan, CEO, of United Way Bengaluru.

Mumbai, April 14, 2025 – After garnering over 5.9 million impressions across two successful seasons, Tata Projects announced the launch of Season 3 of its acclaimed “India@100: Growing Responsibly and Safely” video series. The new season, premiering this month, the focus shifts to showcase the company’s ground breaking ESG initiatives and its alignment with the Tata Group’s transformative vision—Project Aalingana. Tata groups planet resilience approach for becoming net zero by 2045, decarbonization, circular economy, and preserving nature through innovative sustainability strategies.

The previous two seasons highlighted workplace and worker safety protocols, Season 3 takes viewers on an inspiring journey through Tata Projects’ sustainability innovations that are reshaping India’s infrastructure landscape. The seven-episode series will feature high-profile collaborations with Tata Power, IHCL, and Tata Steel, demonstrating the group’s unified approach to environmental stewardship.

Season 3 notably aligns with Project Aalingana—Sanskrit for “embrace”—which embodies the Tata Group’s vision for a greener, cleaner, and more equitable future. This ambitious initiative outlines the Group’s aspiration to achieve net zero by 2045 through decarbonization, circular economy approaches, and environmental restoration.

Ms. Amarjeet Kaur, Head of Corporate Communications and Marketing at Tata Projects said “With India@100 Season 3, we’re not just documenting our sustainability journey, we’re inviting viewers to witness the tangible actions that are fundamentally transforming how infrastructure is conceived, built, and maintained in India. India@100 is a vision for an India that is future-ready, leading the world towards a more sustainable, resilient, and safer place for generations to come. This platform allows us to demonstrate how sustainability, innovation, and community impact are being integrated into the way we work.”

The series will explore four critical themes:

• Water Neutrality: Revolutionary approaches to water conservation, reduction, and replenishment at construction sites
• Green Materials Innovation: Cutting-edge sustainable alternatives including Nanogence technology for Green Concrete that significantly reduces carbon footprint
• Renewable Energy Integration: Seamless incorporation of clean energy solutions across project portfolios to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• Cultural Heritage Preservation: Empowerment of local artisans and traditional craftsmanship, exemplified by the company’s work on the New Parliament Building

The new season follows the remarkable success of Seasons 1 and 2, which featured 9 and 7 episodes respectively and introduced the popular safety mascot “Hachi.” Together, these earlier seasons generated over 2.7 million and 3.2 million LinkedIn impressions respectively, establishing Tata Projects as a thought leader in construction safety.

April 14, 2025; Mumbai, India: Taking investor education a step further, Publicis India has conceptualised a new film for HDFC Asset Management. Titled ‘Hum Sab Investors Hain’, the film is part of HDFC Asset Management’s flagship ‘Zindagi Ke Liye SIP’ campaign.

The film targets hesitant investors by reinforcing the core values of SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans), which encourages early, long-term and consistent investment. Dedicated to being a trusted partner, the film empowers both new and existing investors to confidently begin their mutual fund journey through deeply relevant and relatable storytelling. It also nudges non-investors to realise that they are already investing in life every day, and all they need to do is extend that mindset to their financial decisions.

Building on the previous films within the ‘Zindagi Ke Liye SIP’ series, ‘Hum Sab Investors Hain’ draws parallels between financial investments and the everyday risks and choices we make in life. The story follows the journey of a baby girl, from the day her parents bring her home. As she grows up, her family invests in her future—nurturing her, guiding her, and supporting her dreams. Over time, their timely investments and consistent steps lead to significant rewards.

Speaking on the campaign, Oindrila Roy, Managing Director, Publicis India, said, “We always aim to simplify the idea of SIPs through emotional storytelling. With ‘Hum Sab Investors Hain’, we wanted to show that investing isn’t just about money; it is something we do every day through the choices we make for our loved ones and their future. This campaign strikes a balance between rational and emotional decision-making, while delivering a very simple and yet powerful message.”

 Navneet Munot, MD & CEO of HDFC Asset Management Company, said, “Life’s greatest rewards often come from the consistent, thoughtful investments we make in our relationships, dreams, and aspirations. At HDFC AMC, we believe that the same principle applies to financial investments—small, disciplined contributions through SIPs can lead to significant financial security over time. Our campaign, ‘Zindagi Ke Liye SIP,’ captures this essence beautifully, inspiring people to invest in their future just as they invest in life.”

 Aman Mannan, National Creative Director, Publicis India, added, “Once we landed on the insight that it takes a village to bring up a child, the film told itself. This emotional story is about every person in a child’s life who does their bit to make the child’s dreams come true. Thus, establishing that a child is an investment and every person in her/his life is an investor.”

‘Hum Sab Investors Hain’ simplifies financial concepts while reflecting on HDFC Asset Management’s continued commitment to connecting with investors in a more relatable and meaningful way.

New Delhi (Dwarka), 14^th April, 2025: Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), the national leader in test preparatory services, today launched the Aakash Invictus Campus at Sector 12, Dwarka, a groundbreaking and first-of-its-kind advanced facility for JEE preparation, specifically designed for the best and brightest engineering aspirants. This elite, high-intensity, personalized, AI-driven, and result-oriented initiative is tailored to support students preparing for IITs or reputed universities abroad.

The Aakash Invictus Campus offers ample space for an advanced learning experience. The campus features 13 modern classrooms designed to provide a focused and personalized JEE preparation environment. With its state-of-the-art infrastructure and spacious layout, the Aakash Invictus Campus accommodates 1,300 students in two shifts, ensuring they receive world-class education with access to the best resources for success.

Aakash Invictus brings together around 500 best JEE Faculty, offering unparalleled mentorship backed by a track record of success in guiding over one lakh students to IITs. The curriculum is cutting-edge and meticulously designed for ambitious students aiming for top IIT ranks. The program features integrated phygital learning and exclusive study resources, ensuring precision-focused, AI-enabled, and adaptive preparation for JEE Advanced.

The rigorous program includes a comprehensive revision and testing module that emphasizes targeted preparation during the final stages before the JEE (Advanced) exam. Students will benefit from specialized curriculum, doubt-clearing sessions and a meticulously crafted test series aimed at maximizing their performance. Aakash Invictus will have small batches so as to give more personalized attention to students.

Mr. Deepak Mehrotra, MD & CEO of Aakash Educational Services Limited, emphasized the program’s significance, stating, “Aakash Invictus is not just a coaching program; it is a transformational journey for students aiming to secure top IIT ranks. This Campus brings together top-notch faculty with decades of experience, cutting-edge teaching methodologies and personalized, AI and tech-driven learning. Over the years, our educators have successfully mentored millions of students to secure admissions in top IITs. The study material has been completely revamped, covering the entire curriculum and developed by some of the best experts in the industry. We firmly believe this is the best—if you can create better material, we will award you and welcome you to our team.”

 He further added, “This programme, which started a few months ago has already attracted 2500+ top students. Built on three key pillars – innovative pedagogy and courseware, expert faculty and advanced AI tools – Aakash Invictus will set new benchmarks in JEE preparation. All these brand-new features are backed by the credibility, trust, and technical expertise of Aakash.”

A significant highlight of the program is its focus on innovation in study resources. Students will receive chapter-wise practice worksheets embedded with QR codes that provide detailed solutions and stepwise marking schemes, ensuring they excel in school and board exams alongside JEE preparation. Additional features include workshops for competitive Olympiads, access to an extensive archive of past JEE question papers with chapter-wise breakdowns and solutions, and the JEE Challenger resource, which offers detailed insights, practice questions and analysis to refine their strategies.

Furthermore, the program integrates phygital study materials, combining the strengths of physical and digital resources to simplify complex problems, and provides recorded video lectures by expert faculty for flexible, on-demand learning.

Admission to Aakash Invictus is highly selective, with students chosen through a specialized entrance test to ensure only the brightest and most committed minds join the program. Designed as a two-year program for 11^th joining students or a three-year program for 10^th joining students, Aakash Invictus will be available at 40+ cities across India- Delhi NCR, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Meerut, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Varanasi, Jaipur, Kota, Patna, Ranchi, Bokaro, Kolkata, Durgapur, Bhubaneswar, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Indore, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Dehradun and Madurai among others. A dedicated team of researchers has developed the course to align with the highest academic standards and evolving exam patterns, ensuring a transformative educational experience for its participants.

Bangalore, 14 April 2025: Numeros Motors Private Limited, a new-age original equipment manufacturer specializing in indigenous electric vehicles, has been honoured with the prestigious National Intellectual Property (IP) Award 2024 for being the ‘Top Startup in Intellectual Property Filing, Grant/Registration, and Commercialization’. The esteemed recognition conferred by Hon’ble Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce and Industry highlight Numeros Motors’ unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainability, and technological advancement.

As one of India’s most forward-thinking EV start-ups, Numeros Motors has filed over 300 intellectual property (IP) rights across mobility and utility platforms, with 113 already granted. The company also holds a strong portfolio of trademarks, copyrights, and design patents, reinforcing its reputation as an innovation-driven brand. Recently, Numeros Motors has introduced its flagship EV 2 wheeler platform Diplos available in three variants- Diplos Max, Diplos Pro and Diplos I-Pro. The company has conducted India’s largest-ever pilot test of the vehicle, covering over 13.9 million kilometers—a first for any Indian OEM

Speaking on this significant achievement, Mr. Shreyas Shibulal, Founder & CEO of Numeros Motors,said:“ This award is an acknowledgement to our belief in indigenous innovation and our mission to create world-class electric mobility solutions designed for India. At Numeros Motors, we understand that a strong intellectual property foundation is the backbone of technological leadership. This honour validates our continuous efforts to push the boundaries of EV technology while making electric mobility more efficient, reliable, and accessible. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, DPIIT, and CGPDTM for fostering an ecosystem that encourages start-ups like ours to thrive.”

The National Intellectual Property (IP) Awards, organized annually by the Government of India, celebrate excellence in IP creation and commercialization. These awards play a crucial role in strengthening India’s IP ecosystem, encouraging effective IP portfolio management, and promoting technological leadership across industries.

New Delhi, 14th April 2025 – DHL Group has conducted its second GoHelp Disaster Response Team (DRT) training in Bangalore, India, strengthening resilience and preparedness against disasters in the South Asia region.

This is the second DRT training in India, with the first training conducted back in 2013. The 2-day training was held from April 5-6, 2025, at a DHL facility in Bangalore. More than 30 employees from Blue Dart, DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding, and DHL Supply Chain attended the training. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), a specialized force in India formed to respond to natural and man-made disasters, attended the training as an observer.

The 2-day training consisted of two sessions: a theoretical session on safety and stakeholder management, and a practical session. During the theoretical session, participants learned how to work with NGOs, the military, government organizations, and the media. For the practical session, it included a disaster simulation, where participants were coached on relief cargo management during a crisis, warehousing and forklift driving.

“DHL has always provided support when needed in India, such as our deployment in 2018 for the flood in Kerala, and again in 2022 for the flood in Assam. Therefore, it is timely for us to return to India and train a new batch of volunteers. Our employees have existing logistics expertise, but the situation during a deployment can be different from what they do day-to-day. The DRT training is crucial in providing them with the necessary knowledge to prepare for such situations.

Since our last training in 2013, the focus has shifted from reactive disaster response to proactive preparedness. We now train them beyond airport logistics to include warehousing so that they manage relief cargo effectively and provide critical aid across multiple touchpoints during emergencies,” said Carl Schelfhaut, Head of the GoHelp program, Asia Pacific, DHL Group.

According to UNICEF, India is one of the most disaster-prone countries with 27 of its 29 states and seven union territories exposed to recurrent natural hazards such as cyclones, earthquakes, landslides, floods and droughts. With climate change, the Indian subcontinent is likely to experience an increasing number of extreme weather events in the future.

The Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami, the deadliest tsunami in recorded history, devastated communities along the surrounding coasts of the Indian Ocean in December 2004, killing an estimated 228,000 people in 14 countries, including Sri Lanka.

 “At DHL, our purpose is Connecting People, Improving Lives, and the GoHelp program is one that is very close to our heart. Our employees go through these trainings to ensure that they can make active change in the communities they are in. More than 30 employees who went through the DRT training will enhance our preparedness should a disaster strike, and we need to lend a helping hand.” – R.S. Subramanian, Senior Vice President, South Asia, DHL Express.

“Our employees commitment to the GoHelp program is truly inspiring, and they play a vital role in disaster preparedness and response efforts. These training initiatives ensure that DHL is always ready to act whenever the communities need us most. Our GoHelp program and the humanitarian efforts under this initiative have a significant impact, and their importance will only continue to grow..” – Balfour Manuel, Managing Director, Blue Dart.

“Our employees participation in such training is crucial, as we prepare ourselves to responding effectively in emergencies and disasters. The GoHelp program is vital in our commitment to provide exceptional support during crises. Their skills in managing relief cargo across multiple touchpoints will be much needed as natural disasters occur more often these days.” – Edwin Pinto, Managing Director, India, DHL Global Forwarding.

“Natural disasters & shocks are getting more frequent and severe but logistics bottlenecks for relief aid don’t have to be. It’s been over 20 years now since our Disaster Response Team (DRT) was setup and has been collaboratively working with United Nations to support affected countries globally. Our employees undergo these training, so that they can reduce the negative impact of a natural disaster and helping communities recover faster.” – Vikas Anand, Managing Director, India, DHL Supply Chain.

Since 2005, DHL Group has volunteered its logistics expertise and global network in partnership with the United Nations to help provide global relief efforts in disaster areas via their GoHelp program. In times of disaster, the DRTs are deployed to landside or airside facilities in need of assistance when called upon by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, to better manage incoming relief goods.