National, 11^th March 2025: She’s often the first one to wake up and the last one to go to bed, managing a thousand things in between. But do you know all it takes is an extra 11 minutes of sleep for her to be more present, focused, and at her best in every aspect of her life?

Marking the intersection of International Women’s Day and World Sleep Day, Titan Smart Wearables has unveiled a thoughtful new film that highlights the often overlooked yet incredibly important role sleep plays in a woman’s life. The narrative of the campaign follows a woman whose mind ‘never truly clocks out’—juggling decisions, and emotions, processing more, multitasking more, and caring more, long after the day is done. Through an intimate portrayal, the film captures the quiet power of pause as the protagonist chooses to reclaim her essential 11 minutes of sleep lending a new meaning to the adage “small actions make a big difference”. The legendary Titan symphony ties the film together, creating a powerful emotional connection with viewers.

Speaking on the launch of the campaign, Seenivasan Krishnamurthy, Chief Marketing and Sales Officer, of Titan Smart Wearables division said, “Take 11 emphasizes how the smallest, seemingly unimportant changes can have a significant impact. It taps into a simple yet powerful insight: women need extra sleep to function at their best. This campaign aligns with Titan’s approach to creating thoughtful technology addressing real needs.”

Suvajyoti Ghosh, Chief Creative Officer speaking on the campaign said, “The ‘11-minute’ insight was a powerful revelation—highlighting our collective need for better rest. This film beautifully captures a woman cherishing those extra minutes of sleep, reinforcing Titan Smart’s commitment to women’s wellness with thoughtfulness and purpose.”

Emerging from compelling research by the Sleep Foundation, the heartwarming film reinforces Titan Smart’s positioning as a brand that recognizes and addresses the wellness needs of women through thoughtful technology and inclusive messaging. In a world where women often prioritize others over themselves, this campaign highlights how even a small act of self-care – like taking those extra minutes of sleep- can refresh the mind, enhance cognitive function, and help reclaim control of the day.

Chennai, 11th March 2025: Raptee.HV announces ARAI certification of India’s First Electric two-wheeler with High Voltage Technology used in Electric Cars, making T30  the only Electric two-wheeler in India compatible with the Electric cars’ CCS2 DC Fast charging standards.ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India) is India’s highest authority for automobile certification, and its approval is mandatory for any vehicle to be road-legal and registered in India. Raptee.HV’s vision since 2019 was to lead the transformation to electric mobility by bringing globally advanced electric car technology at an optimized price to two-wheeler enthusiasts in India and across the globe.

The Company has also reached another milestone since its launch in Oct 2024. Raptee.HV received more than 8000 registrations which will help the company meet its first-year sales plan of $25M.

Dinesh Arjun, CEO & Co-Founder, Raptee.HV commented, “We are setting a precedent here, and we believe the entire motorcycle ecosystem will inevitably transition to High Voltage, much like the electric car industry due to its innate advantages. Certification of an entirely new architecture means, developing not just the subcomponents but also the performance, safety, and validation standards, co-creating the supplier ecosystem, and then actively working with the regulatory body to get the new standards through. While it has taken us around  6  years to build the HV architecture for our first motorcycle, our platforms are now in place to support the launch of a new motorcycle every 12 months from hereon.”

The T30, the first Motorcycle from Raptee.HV’s High Voltage lineup has been developed to deliver a superior riding experience compared to a 300cc ICE motorcycle with its HV tech powertrain, vehicle ride dynamics, and industry-leading software features for the riders. One of the significant achievements of Raptee.HV has been able to achieve price parity with its 300cc ICE counterparts at Rs 2.39 lakhs ex-showroom price, which further translates to a lower on-road price due to the EV road tax subsidies in addition to the total cost of ownership savings.

Jayapradeep Vasudevan, CBO, Raptee.HV, said, “This certification from ARAI is the true validation for all that our team had been working on for the last 6  years. This is a phenomenal milestone for any Auto OEM and more so for Raptee.HV where we have built an incredibly new High Voltage technology for the Electric Two-wheelers. Our HV technology not only helps us to deliver a superior riding experience to our customers but also additionally helps  to break some of the significant EV industry barriers like Reliability and Charging anxiety. Since we are entering the mid-size  segment with T30, a product which has a globally proven superior High Voltage Technology, we have also designed our ownership experience initiatives in line with our product benchmark to meet our Customers’ high expectations. We would be starting the deliveries in Chennai and Bangalore and further expand to other markets in a phased manner. While our focus market is going to be India, T30 has a natural global market fit due to its compatibility with the DC fast chargers across the Globe and its price competitiveness. We are super excited and eagerly awaiting to see our customers experiencing a new way of motorcycling in the days to come.”

Apart from the advantages over ICE Motorcycles, T30 also scores significantly over their EV two-wheelers by providing never before charging convenience both Out of Home and At-Home to our consumers. With HV tech and the globally accepted

CCS2  charging standards, T30 becomes the first and  only  two-wheeler to gain access to India’s DC Car charging ecosystem which is currently at 22,000+ and expanding aggressively. In addition to its CCS2 charging convenience, the HV tech also offers significant In-house charging convenience yet again with industry leading benefits like, fastest charging speeds, most powerful on-board charger, and finally the lightest and most portable external charging cable.

The T30 motorcycle also addresses EV reliability barriers ,  through their technology innovation. Since the T30 comes  with the same reliable technology used in electric cars ,the motorcycle  comes with a standard battery warranty of 8 years which is the current standard in electric cars.

With significant advantages over their ICE & EV counterparts, T30 is all set to disrupt the Indian two-wheeler market and subsequently the global two-wheeler markets as well.

Raptee.HV raised its previous round of capital in Oct ’23 led by Blue Hill Capital and Artha 99 along with a few Indian and International family offices. Currently Raptee.HV is in talks to raise $19Million to bolster up their upcoming working capital demands and an aggressive expansion plan.

New Delhi, March 11, 2025: After three days of insightful debates, strategic policy dialogues, and bold global commitments, the 24th edition of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) 2025, organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), concluded today, reinforcing the global agenda for sustainability and climate resilience. The valedictory session, “WSDS@25 and Driving Impact through Multistakeholder Dialogues,” highlighted the critical role of collaborative partnerships in addressing complex sustainability challenges and environmental concerns.

The first session of the final day commenced with the chair’s remarks by Mr Nitin Desai, Chairman, TERI, who underscored the necessity of sustained dialogue among diverse stakeholders to drive long-term environmental and developmental impact. He said, “Sustainable development serves as a bridge between two epistemic communities—the development community and the environmental community. This, in essence, is the real challenge of sustainability: How can we achieve development while also protecting the environment? It’s not an easy task.”

In a special ‘Global Leadership’ (video message), Ms Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General, United Nations reaffirmed the UN’s commitment to global climate action and emphasized the urgency of accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She spoke about the pertinent climate issues being faced by the world today and explained, “Hunger is increasing, and we have witnessed the warmest years on record, with carbon dioxide levels continuing to rise. But we cannot give up hope or dilute our ambitions. It’s time for us to rescue the SDGs as a plan of action for people, planet, and prosperity.”

The Keynote Address was delivered by Ms Dia Mirza, Actor, Producer, UNEP Goodwill Ambassador, and UN Secretary-General’s Advocate for SDGs, who emphasized the power of individual and collective action in addressing climate challenges. She said, “The road ahead is not easy. There will be challenges, and there will be moments of doubt. But, if we work together, if we stay committed to the values that drive us—the pursuit of justice, equity, and sustainability—I believe we can meet this moment with the urgency and determination it requires. When I think of solutions, I think about Act4Earth, a movement that is close to my heart. It is not just about recycling or planting trees, it is a movement that calls us to reconnect with the Earth. It is about choices that protect the planet and the way we interact with the world. Act4Earth encourages each one of us to take responsibility for our impact on the environment and to actively advocate for change.”

Mr Martin Raiser, Vice President, World Bank, highlighted the importance of sustainable financing and global cooperation in achieving climate goals. He said, “WSDS is an excellent opportunity and a reflection of ideas and experiences to drive the change we want to see. We see green transition as a driver of investment and growth of jobs. There is no better country in the world than India to drive green transition not only because of its scale and entrepreneurial talent, but also because of the necessity, since India is one of the most vulnerable countries to the effects of climate change. We need to think of resilience in terms of reallocation of resources in terms of adaptation of households and businesses.”

In recognition of youth-driven climate leadership, the summit featured the felicitation of winners of the Youth Climate Conclave, and the presentation of the ‘Youth Pledge’ was given by Dr Livleen Kahlon, Senior Fellow and Associate Director, TERI. This segment highlighted the critical role of young leaders in shaping a sustainable future.

The unveiling of the Act4Earth 2025 Manifesto by Dr Shailly Kedia, Curator, WSDS, TERI, outlined a vision for actionable commitments and laid the foundation for ongoing sustainability advocacy beyond WSDS 2025. Thereafter, Dr Kedia informed that next year will mark the silver jubilee of the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) as TERI prepares to celebrate a quarter century of commitment, collaboration, and climate action.

The summit officially concluded with the closing address from Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI, who extended her gratitude to global leaders, policymakers, researchers, and civil society for their invaluable contributions, reaffirming TERI’s commitment to fostering international collaboration for a more sustainable and resilient future. She said, “This year’s theme was centered on partnerships and collaborations. As we conclude, we leave with a wealth of ideas and strategies that will guide us tackle future challenges.”

As WSDS 2025 drew to a close, it reinforced the urgency of sustained collaboration, innovative policy frameworks, and collective action in advancing a just and sustainable future for all.

Mumbai, 11 March 2025 – Standard Chartered and Confederation of Indian Industries – The Indian Green Building Council (CII IGBC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate the financing of green buildings in India. Through this initiative, both Standard Chartered and CII IGBC aim to accelerate the adoption of energy-efficient building solutions, in support of the ambition to reduce India’s overall carbon footprint.

This partnership marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of India’s environmental and energy goals, as both organizations aim to reduce the carbon footprint of the construction industry by promoting energy-efficient buildings.

The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed by Ankur Khurana, Co-Head, of Client Coverage, India and South Asia, Standard Chartered, and K. S. Venkatagiri, Executive Director, CII Indian Green Building Council.

Commenting on this tie-up, Ankur Khurana, Co-Head, of Client Coverage, India and South Asia, Standard Chartered, said, “We are proud to partner with CII IGBC to promote sustainable finance for the development of green-certified buildings. This initiative is expected to not only support sustainability but also bring long-term economic advantages through energy savings generated by these green buildings. Sustainable finance is one of the strategic priorities at Standard Chartered Bank and we believe that transition to a low carbon economy presents a significant opportunity to accelerate sustainable growth in the world economy”.

S. Venkatagiri, Executive Director, CII Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), said, “This MoU represents a powerful collaboration between two entities committed to creating a sustainable future. Through our partnership with Standard Chartered, we aim to offer developers the tools and resources they need to build energy-efficient and environmentally friendly buildings. Together, we are not only reducing the environmental impact of the construction industry but also accelerating the growth of India’s green building sector.”

11th March 2025, India – Felicity Games, a leading global mobile game publisher, has raised $3 million (INR 25.8 crore) in a seed funding round led by 3one4 Capital, with participation from international investors such as T-Accelerate Capital (Singapore) and MIXI Global Investments (Tokyo). The funding round also saw strong follow-up investments from existing backers DeVC and Visceral Capital, further emphasizing investors’ confidence in Felicity’s long-term vision.

The fundraising follows a period of rapid growth for Felicity, which has now surpassed $1M in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and crossed 1 million downloads across its top-performing titles, Seek & Find and Nova Solitaire. Founded in 2023 by Anurag Choudhary, Felicity Games is focused on pioneering a scalable playbook for global game publishing by tapping into India’s burgeoning game development ecosystem. Specializing in hybrid-casual games publishing, the company combines data-driven insights with a strong execution model to deliver high-performing mobile games to audiences worldwide. The company closed  February with over $100K in gross revenue, marking a 4X scale-up from November 2024.

With this new round of funding, Felicity Games plans to expand its publishing infrastructure and deepen its relationships with Indian game studios. The company is committed to scaling its successful titles and using the funds to test additional games by the end of 2025. This investment will also support the company’s mission of becoming the go-to partner for studios looking to scale their games profitably and sustainably.

In 2024, Felicity Games forged partnerships with over 10 Indian studios to test and scale several games, further strengthening its publishing infrastructure and its position in the competitive global market.

Speaking on this Sonal Saldanha, VP at 3one4 Capital said, “The gaming industry has changed significantly, with mobile adoption and new advertising rules reshaping how games are built, discovered, and monetized. These shifts create opportunities for new companies to emerge. Felicity is taking a first-principles approach to building a substantial gaming business from India by leveraging exceptional talent, operational efficiency, and rapid execution. We share Anurag’s vision and are excited to support an industry-defining gaming company emerging from India,”

“We are building the next generation of global gaming successes from India,” said Anurag Choudhary, Founder & CEO of Felicity Games, “At Felicity, we take a tech-driven, execution-focused approach to systematically identify and scale global hits. By tapping into India’s studio ecosystem and top global talent in UA, Monetization, and Live Ops, we’re accelerating learning and innovation. This fundraise fuels our mission to double down on innovation, partnerships, and growth”

Through this latest round of funding, Felicity Games is poised to bridge the gap in the mobile gaming ecosystem, providing studios with the technology, insights, and comprehensive support needed to compete and succeed on a global scale.