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Chandigarh University’s 50 Students to Study in Top Universities of UK, Canada, Germany, France

Students to Gain Global Academic Exposure in Emerging Domains including Deep-Tech, Aerospace, AI & Data Science at Prestigious Universities

CHANDIGARH, India, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Marking another significant stride in its efforts to provide students with global academic exposure, Chandigarh University has sent 50 students to pursue higher studies and take up international academic programmes at 27 prestigious global universities across 10 countries.

A grand departure ceremony was organized at Chandigarh University for campus programmes ranging students departed for countries including Canada, France, Germany, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom to pursue their higher studies at top-ranked universities in these countries where they will gain international academic exposure through programmes ranging from semester exchange and research internships to international transfer and higher education opportunities. The students are part of Chandigarh University’s September Intake 2026 (SEP Intake 2026) for international academic mobility programmes.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Rajan Sharma, Executive Director, Department of International Affairs, Chandigarh University, said, “It is always a profoundly proud moment for us when we see that our students step onto the global stage. This September Intake 2026 more than 50 of our students have departed to pursue international education exposure at 27 prestigious universities in 10 countries. Each of these students is not only taking a major step forward in his or her educational journey but is also carrying the talent, ambition and spirit of Chandigarh University to the global stage.”

Prof. Sharma said, “Taiwan and France have emerged as the leading destinations, with 22 students travelling to Taiwan and 14 to France, two countries account for around 74% of the intake. Asia accounts for 23 students representing 47% of the cohort followed by Europe with 21 students or 43%. North America accounts for three students or 6% while Russia accounts for two students or 4%.”

The outgoing cohort represents a diverse range of academic disciplines including B.E. Computer Science Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, Aerospace Engineering, Data Analytics, Biotechnology, Psychology, MBA, BBA, B.Sc. Animation, VFX & Gaming, Forensic Science, Hospitality & Hotel Management and Travel & Tourism.

“The diversity of destinations clearly shows the growing confidence of our students in exploring academic opportunities across different regions of the world. Apart from Taiwan and France, our students are travelling to Canada, Germany, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. This exposure to different academic systems, cultures, research environments and professional practices will help them develop a truly international outlook and build capabilities that go far beyond the classroom,” Prof. Sharma added.

“Providing global academic exposure to students is one of the major cornerstones of the academic ethos nurtured at CU and as part of this commitment, the university has facilitated international academic opportunities for more than 2,450 students over the last 12 years by allowing them to study at prestigious global universities and established 540 international collaborations to offer students the opportunity to study at prestigious global universities in over 100 countries including USA, Australia, Canada, UK, Europe and across six continents of the world.”

The Semester Exchange Programme is the largest international mobility programme in the September Intake 2026 with 27 students followed by the International Transfer Programme (ITP) with eight students and Research Internship opportunities with seven students. In addition, four students have departed under Short-Term Programmes, while one student has travelled under the Taiwan Experience Education Programme (TEEP), Master’s Abroad and Semester Abroad Programme. Chandigarh University’s international programmes facilitate student mobility, higher studies, exchange programmes, internships and other collaborative academic opportunities with universities across the world.

“One of the strongest outcomes is that nearly 92% of the students secured placements at our partner universities. The International Transfer Programme, Short-Term Programme, Master’s Abroad and Semester Abroad Programme have recorded 100% placements at partner universities. In the Semester Exchange Programme, 26 out of 27 students have been placed at partner universities,” Prof. Sharma said.

Prof. Sharma said, “What makes this cohort particularly significant is its multidisciplinary approach from deep-tech research, data science and aerospace innovation to biotechnology, global business, behavioural sciences, hospitality and creative technologies our students are entering international classrooms and research environments across diverse disciplines. They will gain hands-on exposure to advanced laboratories, research centres and technology hubs while also building international networks and developing cross-cultural competencies. Through these opportunities, our students are gaining academic and research exposure that will strengthen their professional capabilities and prepare them for international careers.”

About Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.

Website address: https://www.cuchd.in/

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Meritz Securities Partners with Benzinga to Bring Real-Time U.S. Market Intelligence to Korean Investors

Stock News API and Bulls Say Bears Say API bring real-time market news and analyst sentiment to MOUM, Meritz Securities’ next-generation AI investment platform

DETROIT and SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Benzinga, a leading provider of real-time financial news and market intelligence, today announced that Meritz Securities has added Benzinga’s Stock News API and Bulls Say Bears Say API to its investing platform, bringing real-time market news and analyst sentiment insights directly into the trading experience for South Korean investors.

Meritz, one of South Korea’s leading securities firms, continues to expand the market data available across its platform as more Korean investors look to trade U.S. equities and other global markets. As a result, the relationship gives Meritz users access to Benzinga’s real-time news coverage alongside concise, balanced analyst sentiment, all within a single experience.

The integration is part of Meritz Securities’ broader strategy to build MOUM as a next-generation AI investment platform by bringing together leading global market data, financial content and AI capabilities into a unified investment experience.

Benzinga’s Stock News API delivers real-time headlines and breaking news across U.S. equities, covering earnings, analyst actions, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory developments, and other market-moving events as they happen. Similarly, the Bulls Say Bears Say API distills analyst research into concise bullish and bearish summaries for a given stock, helping investors quickly understand both sides of the investment case without wading through dense reports.

Through this integration, Meritz is bringing both feeds directly into MOUM, giving users a faster path from headline to context. Instead of piecing together news and analyst opinion from multiple sources, Meritz investors can view real-time coverage and sentiment summaries side by side, right where they are already making decisions.

By combining real-time market intelligence with AI-powered analysis and trading capabilities, Meritz aims to create a more seamless path from information discovery and analysis to investment decision-making within a single platform.

The relationship also marks one of Benzinga’s first direct data integrations with a major South Korean brokerage, reflecting the growing demand among Asian investors for the same real-time market intelligence long relied on by U.S. and European trading platforms. For Benzinga, it is a meaningful step in expanding its data footprint across Asia’s fast-growing retail investing market.

“Meritz is one of the most respected names in Korean finance, and bringing our real-time news and sentiment data to their platform reflects the growing appetite among Korean investors for the same market intelligence used by trading platforms globally,” said Jae Hur, Head of Asia at Benzinga. “Stock News and Bulls Say Bears Say give Meritz users a faster, clearer read on what’s moving the market and why.”

“Our vision for MOUM goes beyond simply adding individual investment tools. We are building a next-generation Agentic AI investment platform that connects market data, financial content, AI-powered intelligence and trading into a single, seamless investment experience,” said Jangwook Lee, Executive Vice President and Head of Inno Biz Division, overseeing Meritz Securities’ platform business. “Our collaboration with Benzinga is an important part of that strategy, and we will continue to expand our global ecosystem by working with leading technology, data and financial partners around the world.”

As Korean investors increasingly seek direct access to U.S. markets, real-time context has become as important as raw price data. The addition of Stock News and Bulls Say Bears Say reflects that broader shift, giving Meritz a deeper layer of market intelligence to offer its growing base of investors.

More broadly, the collaboration reflects Meritz Securities’ strategy to connect Korean investors with world-class global investment infrastructure, content and technology through MOUM, while continuing to expand partnerships across the global financial ecosystem.

About Benzinga

Benzinga is a leading financial media and data technology company that empowers investors with high-quality, real-time market intelligence. Through its news platform, APIs, and data products, Benzinga provides traders, financial institutions, and fintech platforms with the insights they need to make smarter investment decisions. From breaking news and analyst ratings to corporate events and alternative datasets, Benzinga’s tools help market participants stay ahead of the information that drives price movement.

To learn more, visit www.benzinga.com/apis/.

About Meritz Securities

Meritz Securities is one of South Korea’s leading financial institutions, providing a broad range of investment and financial services. Through MOUM, its next-generation AI investment platform, Meritz Securities is building a differentiated digital investing experience that brings together trading, real-time market intelligence, financial content and AI-powered investment capabilities.

Meritz Securities is also expanding its global ecosystem through strategic collaboration with leading financial, technology, data and content partners, with the goal of providing Korean investors with more seamless access to global markets and world-class investment intelligence.

To learn more, visit https://link.moum.me/, https://home.imeritz.com/.

GAC’s Overseas Growth Accelerates: August Exports Hit 26,978 Units, Up 177% YoY

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In August, GAC continued to deliver strong growth across its overseas markets, posting strong results: exports of GAC’s proprietary brands reached 26,978 units, representing a year-on-year surge of 177%; cumulative exports from January to August reached 172,008 units, up 136% YoY. GAC’s cumulative exports to date have approached 600,000 units.

In Americas, terminal sales in August grew by 93% YoY, with several markets posting multi-fold growth. In July, GAC achieved a historic breakthrough in Uruguay, ranking fifth among all passenger vehicle brands and third among pure EV brands for the first time, achieving a monthly market share of 6.0%. Meanwhile, the AION V ranked second overall in SUV sales and first in compact SUV sales in Uruguay for July.

In Southeast Asia, terminal sales in August grew by 24% YoY. Sales surged 283% YoY in the Philippines, 89% in Singapore, 27% in Thailand, and 24% in Indonesia. The Hong Kong market performed exceptionally well, with the GAC E9 ranking No. 1 among luxury MPVs in July. From January to July, cumulative sales ranked second among Chinese brands and third overall in Hong Kong.

Africa emerged as GAC’s fastest-growing overseas market this month, with August retail sales soaring 881% YoY. GAC International continued to strengthen its footprint in Africa, successfully signed a localized production agreement in Egypt with Jameel Motors. GAC officially entered Ghana. A portfolio of flagship models including the S7, GS8, and AION V was introduced.

In the Middle East, GAC maintained a steady growth trend and has earned the trust of over 100,000 users in the region. On August 28, GAC made its overseas debut of the XT80, the brand’s first off-road vehicle, alongside the GS7 PHEV. The GS7 PHEV is scheduled to launch in the Middle East in September.

Retail sales in Europe grew 93% MoM in August, with the UK up 89%, Portugal up 167%, and Poland up 33%. Greece stood out by ranking second in pure EV sales in August, steadily raising its market share.

The impressive results are not only a powerful testament to GAC’s phased achievements in its overseas expansion, but also a vivid epitome of Chinese automotive brands reaching the global market and winning the recognition of users worldwide.

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Wondrlab Launches WondrAgents, India’s First Unified Agentic Operating System for End-to-End Influencer Marketing

–  Pioneering an Agentic Operating System for influencer marketing, WondrAgents powers Wondrlab’s influencer SaaS platforms, OPA & Opportune

MUMBAI, India, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wondrlab today unveiled WondrAgents, India’s first unified Agentic Operating System for influencer marketing, powering its influencer marketing platforms OPA and Opportune. Built as a network of seven specialised AI agents, WondrAgents seamlessly executes the complete influencer campaign lifecycle, from campaign brief and creator discovery to outreach, negotiation, contracting, content evaluation and ROI reporting, helping brands reduce campaign go-live time by up to 70% while delivering measurable business outcomes.

The launch marks the next evolution of Wondrlab’s ‘Total Influence’ vision, bringing together years of influencer marketing expertise, proprietary creator intelligence, campaign learnings and machine learning into a unified operating system that enables brands to execute influencer campaigns with greater speed, transparency and precision.

Unlike conventional AI tools that automate individual tasks, WondrAgents is designed as a unified ‘Agentic Operating System’ where seven specialised AI agents work alongside campaign teams to power every stage of campaign execution. Each agent is trained to optimise against a brand’s campaign objectives, from campaign planning and creator discovery to negotiation, content evaluation and performance reporting, while human teams continue to lead strategy, creativity and relationship management.

The launch addresses one of the industry’s biggest challenges, where brands continue to rely on disconnected tools, manual coordination and fragmented reporting. By bringing the entire influencer marketing workflow onto a single unified intelligent operating system across OPA and Opportune, our SaaS platforms, WondrAgents enables greater operational efficiency, complete campaign visibility and continuous optimisation throughout the campaign lifecycle.

Speaking about the launch, Vandana Verma, Co-Founder, Wondrlab Network, said, “Since 2020, we’ve built one of India’s largest influencer marketing ecosystems through OPA and Opportune. Every campaign we’ve executed has added to the rich knowledge base of creator intelligence, brand insights and campaign learnings. WondrAgents is built on that proprietary knowledge base. We’ve invested significantly in training these agents with years of experience, and we will continue investing in agentic AI because we believe the future of influencer marketing lies in humans and AI agents working together to deliver faster execution, smarter decisions and better outcomes for brands.”

Shidush Contractor, Chief Operating Officer, OPA & Opportune, added, “We’re excited to introduce India’s first unified Agentic Operating System for influencer marketing. WondrAgents is built to tackle the toughest campaign briefs, bringing together great minds, specialised AI agents and years of campaign intelligence to execute faster and smarter. From evaluating creators and generating personalised scripts to optimising campaign performance, the platform takes care of the operational complexity, allowing teams to focus on ideas, creativity and strategic decisions. This isn’t about replacing people; it’s about combining human intelligence with AI agents to deliver greater transparency, measurable impact and a new level of efficiency for brands.”

Today, every influencer campaign starts almost from scratch, with campaign knowledge scattered across multiple tools, platforms and teams. WondrAgents change that by building a living intelligence library for every brand. Every campaign enriches this proprietary knowledge base with creator insights, category intelligence, audience behaviour and performance data, enabling the agents to automatically apply those learnings to future campaigns. The more brands use WondrAgents, the smarter, faster and more effective their influencer marketing becomes.

The agents have been developed by BigStep, Wondrlab Group’s software engineering and technology company, bringing its expertise in AI, automation and digital engineering to the platform

About Wondrlab

Launched in 2020, Wondrlab is a technology-led marketing transformation network that helps brands build, grow and monetise through an integrated full-funnel ecosystem. Its network includes creative agency What’s Your Problem; influencer marketing platforms OPA and Opportune; performance marketing agency Neon; CRM and data analytics company Cymetrix; software engineering company BigStep; Hector, an AI-powered commerce media optimisation platform; education platform Wisr; and European digital marketing agency WebTalk.

Further strengthening its AI-led digital transformation capabilities, Wondrlab recently launched WondrBridge, a joint venture with New Zealand-based Bridgesoul to build and operate AI-led Micro and Nano Global Capability Centres (GCCs) for enterprises.

To know more, visit: www.wondrlab.com

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MEXC Launches Opportunity Compass as 53.7% of Crypto Users Move Into Stocks but Knowledge Gaps Remain

Five-season program brings together industry partners to help crypto-native users better understand global markets, asset classes and emerging financial opportunities

MUTSAMUDU, Comoros, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, today officially launched Opportunity Compass, a global markets education initiative aimed at advancing the market understanding as crypto and traditional finance become increasingly connected. Guided by the core message, “Know the Market, Know Your Opportunities,” the initiative is designed to help crypto-native users build a more systematic understanding of traditional and crypto markets while bringing together perspectives from across the broader financial and digital asset ecosystem.

The initiative comes as crypto users increasingly look beyond digital assets. Recent research from MEXC and CoinGecko found that trading volumes for traditional financial assets on crypto exchanges reached $1.45 trillion in the first half of 2026, nearly 10 times the total recorded for all of 2025.

Key findings from MEXC’s user survey include:

• 53.7% of respondents have already invested in stocks, showing that stock investing is becoming increasingly relevant to crypto-native users.
• Among users who have not used stock investment products, 43.1% cited insufficient investment knowledge as a key barrier.
• Among users who previously used stock products but stopped, 48.3% said limited investment knowledge was one of the reasons they discontinued participation.
• Among current stock investors, 44% said individual stock price movements influenced their participation, while 34% pointed to the AI boom as a key driver.

The findings suggest that access is expanding faster than understanding. As crypto-native users move across stocks, ETFs, commodities and digital assets, many are still developing the knowledge needed to understand market cycles, industry trends, asset behavior and investment risk. Greater access to financial opportunities therefore creates a growing need for more structured market education.

“Finding opportunities is important. What matters even more is having a systematic way to understand, evaluate and act on them,” said Vugar Usi Zade, CEO of MEXC. “As financial markets become more connected and users gain exposure to a wider range of assets, they need more than access alone. Opportunity Compass is designed to help users understand what drives different markets, evaluate opportunities and risks, and ultimately build their own framework for navigating a more complex financial landscape.”

Building Market Education with Industry Participants

Opportunity Compass is designed not only as an MEXC education program, but as a broader industry education initiative that brings together perspectives from across the evolving financial ecosystem. The group of participating partners includes xStocks by PAYWARD, Plume, Tether, Pyth, Optimism, CMT Digital and RootData, representing different parts of the digital asset and financial ecosystem.

With participation from industry partners alongside MEXC’s educational content, Opportunity Compass aims to connect foundational market knowledge with broader industry perspectives, helping users better understand both established markets and the emerging models shaping the evolution of global finance.

Featuring five seasons and 30 episodes, Opportunity Compass takes users from understanding global markets and major asset classes to interpreting macroeconomic and industry trends, exploring emerging financial models and evaluating market opportunities. Rather than focusing on individual products or investment recommendations, the program aims to help users understand how markets work and what drives opportunities and risks.

From Seeing Opportunities to Understanding Markets

• Season 1: See the Global Opportunities. Understand the broader global financial market landscape and how different markets connect.
• Season 2: Understand Asset Value. Explore what gives stocks, gold, commodities, ETFs, Bitcoin and other assets value.
• Season 3: Decode Market Trends. Understand how interest rates, inflation, market cycles, earnings and industry trends such as AI and semiconductors shape markets.
• Season 4: Explore Emerging Opportunities. Explore tokenized assets, real-world assets, prediction markets and other emerging financial models at the intersection of crypto and traditional finance.
• Season 5: Become an Opportunity Explorer. Build an independent framework for understanding markets, evaluating opportunities and assessing risk.

Opportunity Compass will roll out progressively from September through December 2026, with new episodes released regularly across all five seasons through a dedicated Opportunity Compass education hub.

Extending MEXC’s Infinite Opportunities philosophy into education, Opportunity Compass aims to help users not only discover more financial opportunities, but also develop the knowledge needed to understand and evaluate them more independently.

All Opportunity Compass content is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice.

About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is a leading global multi-asset trading platform built as your 0-fee gateway to infinite opportunities. Serving users across 170+ markets, MEXC provides simple and efficient access to crypto, stocks, tokenized assets, derivatives, and a growing range of TradFi-linked opportunities through one account and one gateway.

With 0 trading fees, deep liquidity, broad asset coverage, and a high-performance trading experience, MEXC is designed for retail users who want to discover earlier, act faster, and trade with fewer barriers. As crypto and traditional finance continue to converge, MEXC is committed to making global opportunities more accessible, helping users trade freely and MEXCmize every opportunity.

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SANY Heavy Industry H1 2026 Revenue Rises 19.49% YoY to USD 7.89 Billion, with Overseas Revenue Accounting for 61.33%

HONG KONG, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SANY Heavy Industry (600031.SH) reported H1 2026 revenue of approximately USD  7.89 billion, up 19.49% year over year, and attributable net profit of USD 838.887 million, up 9.13%.

Q2 revenue rose 24.39% to USD 4.328 billion, exceeding the H1 growth rate, while attributable net profit increased 16.93% to USD 473.108 million. Operating cash flow totaled USD 1.440 billion. At June 30, total assets were USD 26.708 billion and shareholders’ equity was USD 13.576 billion.

SANY optimized its global footprint, expanded overseas channels and service networks, developed integrated, scenario-based equipment solutions, increased global market share and advanced lean operations to support efficiency and high-quality growth.

Key highlights:

• Overseas revenue reached USD 4.724 billion, up 21.82% and representing 61.33% of core business revenue. Africa grew 47.66% to USD 790.234 million; the Americas 24.70% to USD 930.294 million; Asia and Australia 17.38% to USD 1.981 billion; and Europe 12.68% to USD 1.022 billion.
• Major product lines all grew: Piling machinery surged 63.11% to USD 322.433 million; excavation machinery rose 21.77% to USD 3.141 billion; concrete machinery increased 21.25% to USD 1.330 billion; lifting machinery grew 8.22% to USD 1.245 billion; and road machinery increased 5.52% to USD 335.850 million.

Globalization remains SANY Heavy Industry’s foremost strategy. The Company is moving from product exports toward localized industrial operations overseas, bringing sales, services, product development and operations closer to local markets.

SANY will advance globalization, digitalization and decarbonization, reform overseas organization and R&D management, strengthen product innovation, and improve manufacturing, quality, profitability and competitiveness. It aims to deliver smarter, more efficient and sustainable solutions worldwide—Forging the Future Together.

Appendix: Original RMB Figures

Financial: H1 revenue, RMB 53.506 billion; H1 attributable net profit, RMB 5.690 billion; Q2 revenue, RMB 29.359 billion; Q2 attributable net profit, RMB 3.209 billion; operating cash flow, RMB 9.768 billion; total assets, RMB 181.153 billion; shareholders’ equity, RMB 92.084 billion.

Overseas: Total, RMB 32.040 billion; Asia and Australia, RMB 13.440 billion; Europe, RMB 6.930 billion; Americas, RMB 6.310 billion; Africa, RMB 5.360 billion.

Products: Excavation, RMB 21.306 billion; concrete, RMB 9.022 billion; lifting, RMB 8.446 billion; piling, RMB 2.187 billion; road machinery, RMB 2.278 billion.

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Lecxe Consulting Debuts to Help Indian Businesses Turn AI into Business Outcomes

GURUGRAM, India, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lecxe Consulting is an AI consulting and implementation company helping Indian businesses build custom AI powered business systems. Since inception, Lecxe has helped clients reduce costs up to 80% every month through AI-powered business systems, while simplifying the way organisations operate.

As businesses increasingly look to adopt AI to improve productivity and decision-making, many continue to struggle with old and fragmented systems, disconnected workflows and technology that doesn’t fit the way they actually operate. Lecxe was founded to solve this challenge.

Unlike traditional consulting firms that stop at strategy or software providers that sell standardised solutions, Lecxe stays with its clients beyond implementation – helping them design, deploy and continuously evolve AI systems that deliver measurable results.

Businesses have no shortage of AI tools today. What they often lack is a clear roadmap to make AI work within their existing operations. Lecxe enters the market at a time when organisations are looking for experienced teams that can turn AI into real business value.

“AI is no longer a future investment, it’s becoming a business necessity. The question is no longer whether businesses should adopt AI, but how they can make it deliver real value. That’s the thought behind Lecxe. Inspired by the reverse of ‘Excel’, our name reflects the shift from manual spreadsheets to AI-powered business systems built for the way businesses operate today” — Shreshth Mehra, CTO, Lecxe

Guided by its philosophy of “Spend less, Run lean, Grow Fast.”, Lecxe believes AI should create measurable business value. Every solution is designed to reduce costs, improve efficiency, boost productivity and support revenue growth.

Every engagement at Lecxe begins with understanding the business before recommending the technology. The team then designs AI-powered business systems that fit existing workflows, making adoption simpler, faster and more effective.

“Technology is what we build. Consulting is what we do. Service is who we are. We often say we’re a hospitality company disguised as an AI company. The technology matters, but what clients value most is having a team thatlistens, responds quickly and genuinely cares about helping them grow.” — Sachin Mehra, COO, Lecxe

About Lecxe Consulting

Lecxe Consulting is an AI consulting and implementation company that helps businesses simplify operations through AI-powered business systems. Built around lasting client relationships, Lecxe designs, implements and continuously evolves solutions that grow with the businesses they serve.

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Raghav Productivity Enhancers Ltd and TRL Krosaki announce strategic JV to set up a 350,000 MTPA silica ramming mass plant in Odisha

• ₹100 crore initial investment to strengthen RPEL’s manufacturing footprint in East India and support its long-term 1 Mn MTPA capacity ambition

JAIPUR, India, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Raghav Productivity Enhancers Ltd. (RPEL), world’s largest manufacturer of silica ramming mass, today announced a strategic joint venture with TRL Krosaki Refractories Ltd. (TRL Krosaki) to establish a 350,000 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) silica ramming mass manufacturing facility in Odisha, with an initial investment of approximately ₹100 crore.

The partnership marks a significant step in RPEL’s strategy to build a multi-location manufacturing platform, strengthen its presence in East India and create a more efficient supply network closer to key consumption centers.

The JV brings together RPEL’s patented manufacturing technology, established market presence and R&D capabilities with TRL Krosaki’s regional strength, quartzite resources in Odisha and global refractory expertise, backed by Krosaki Harima Corporation, Japan, and Nippon Steel Corporation, Japan. With RPEL’s existing group capacity of 534,000 MTPA and presence across 26 states in India and 40+ countries, the partnership provides a strong foundation for expanding its manufacturing and market footprint.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Sanjay Kabra, Chairman, Raghav Productivity Enhancers Ltd., said, “This strategic partnership marks an important milestone in RPEL’s growth journey and our transition towards a multi-location manufacturing platform. By combining our differentiated technology and market capabilities with TRLK’s raw material resources, regional presence and global industry expertise, we are creating a strong platform for sustainable growth. This partnership also takes us closer to our ambition of reaching 1 Mn MTPA capacity and approximately 30% domestic market share, while reinforcing our focus on quality and cost leadership.”

A key strategic advantage of the JV will be long-term, exclusive access to quartzite from TRL Krosaki’s mines, ensuring raw material security and consistent product quality. RPEL will receive a royalty for usage of its patented manufacturing technology. The strategic location will also bring the company closer to key consumption centers in East India, enabling shorter delivery timelines, greater supply-chain efficiency and lower landed costs for customers.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Prasant Kumar Naik, Managing Director, TRL Krosaki Refractories Limited, said, “This joint venture marks an important strategic milestone for TRL Krosaki, enabling us to unlock greater value from our mineral resources and create new avenues for growth. Our partnership with RPEL brings together complementary strengths in technology, manufacturing and raw-material access, strengthening our position in the silica ramming mass market. The project will also support industrial development in Jharsuguda and the surrounding region by creating employment, supporting local enterprises and contributing to long-term economic growth.”

The Odisha facility will strengthen RPEL’s manufacturing and supply-chain capabilities while creating a platform for deeper penetration into East India. More importantly, the JV establishes a strategic building block for RPEL’s broader ambition to scale its manufacturing footprint to 1 Mn MTPA and strengthen its leadership in the silica ramming mass industry.

About Raghav Productivity Enhancers Ltd

Raghav Productivity Enhancers Ltd. (RPEL) is the world’s largest manufacturer of silica ramming mass and a globally recognized brand in the industry. With a group manufacturing capacity of 534,000 MTPA, the company serves customers across 26 states in India and 40+ countries globally. RPEL has pioneered fully automated silica ramming mass manufacturing using proprietary and patented technology and has established capabilities in product innovation and R&D. RPEL is listed on BSE: 539837 and NSE: RPEL.

Learn more at www.rammingmass.com 

About TRL Krosaki Refractories Ltd  

TRL Krosaki Refractories Ltd. (TRLK) is a leading Indian refractory manufacturer, producing all kinds of refractory products. Originally started as a subsidiary of Tata Steel Ltd. In 1958, TRLK today is a subsidiary of Krosaki Harima Corporation (KHC), Japan, and a step-down subsidiary of Nippon Steel Corporation. TRLK operates one of the largest quartzite mines in India. KHC is a global leader in refractory manufacturing technology, managing a global network of 20+ manufacturing units across Asia, Europe and North America. Nippon Steel Corporation is the 3^rd largest steel producer globally.

Learn more at www.trlkrosaki.com 

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JOHNNIE WALKER DROPS LIMITED EDITION SABRINA CARPENTER BLACK LABEL BOTTLE DESIGN

Latest chapter in Johnnie Walker x Sabrina Carpenter collaboration celebrates bold creativity through collectible new bottle inspired by the confident, unapologetic vibe of Sabrina’s album, Man’s Best Friend

LONDON, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Johnnie Walker, the world’s No. 1 Scotch whisky^[1], unveils a new limited edition Johnnie Walker Black Label bottle design created as part of the brand’s ongoing collaboration with GRAMMY® Award-winning global superstar Sabrina Carpenter.

Featuring details inspired by her new album, Man’s Best Friend, from a bespoke Sabrina blue colourway to playful dog paw motifs, the design blends the timeless character of Johnnie Walker Black Label with Sabrina’s signature style. The bottle marks the latest chapter in Johnnie Walker and Sabrina Carpenter’s multi-year partnership, which brings together two cultural icons connected by a shared belief in progress.

Sabrina Carpenter said: “I adore creating little surprises for my fans, and this felt like such a cool way to bring the world of Man’s Best Friend to life. I love telling stories beyond music, so getting to put my own spin on something as iconic as the Johnnie Walker Black Label bottle was such a fun challenge. I can’t wait for everyone to see all the little details.”

The partnership, announced last August, burst into life with a global campaign celebrating the launch of Man’s Best Friend later that year. Debuting alongside the final leg of Sabrina’s Short n’ Sweet Tour, the campaign introduced fans of legal drinking age to Sabrina’s signature Johnnie Walker serve, the Go Go Highball.

The collectible bottle extends the story of the collaboration, giving fans another way to celebrate while reinforcing the Johnnie Walker connection to music as a platform for creativity, culture and progress.

The limited-edition Johnnie Walker Black Label Sabrina Carpenter bottle will be available in both 70cl and 75cl formats (40% ABV), with a recommended retail price in line with Johnnie Walker Black Label. It is available in Great Britain now before rolling out across additional markets including Mexico, India, selected markets across Europe and Asia Pacific.

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¹ IWSR 2024.

ABOUT JOHNNIE WALKER: 

Johnnie Walker is the world’s number one Scotch Whisky brand* (IWSR 2024), enjoyed by people in over 160 countries. Since the time of its founder, John Walker, those who craft its whiskies have pursued flavor and quality above all else. 

Today’s range of award-winning whiskies includes Johnnie Walker Red Label, Black Label, Gold Label Reserve, and Blue Label. Together, Johnnie Walker whiskies sell over 22 million cases annually (IWSR, 2024).  It is the number one best-selling Scotch Whisky (IWSR, 2024) and number one trending Scotch whisky brand (Drinks International, 2025).

*According to IWSR Global Database 2025 volume for 2024

ABOUT DIAGEO:  

Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands across spirits and beer categories. These brands include Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, J&B and Buchanan’s whiskies, Smirnoff and Ketel One vodkas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Don Julio, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is a global company, and our products are sold in nearly 180 countries around the world. The company is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and the New York Stock Exchange (DEO). For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit us at www.diageo.com. Visit Diageo’s global responsible drinking resource, www.DRINKiQ.com for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. 

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ABOUT SABRINA CARPENTER:

Two-time GRAMMY® award winning global superstar, Sabrina Carpenter, has enchanted an audience of millions as a singer, songwriter, actress, and style icon. With her music, she has delivered one anthem after another on stage and in the studio, earning multiple gold and multi- platinum certifications, and performing to sold-out crowds worldwide. On-screen, she has generated mega-fandom through starring roles on television and film. She is signed to Island Records, where she debuted her acclaimed Gold-certified fifth studio album, “emails i can’t send”, which appeared on many “Best Of 2022” lists, including Rolling Stone and Billboard. The album features her hit single “Feather,” which went #1 at Top 40 Radio, earning Sabrina her first #1.

Her sold-out “emails i can’t send” tour took her to North America, Europe, Asia and Brazil, and she recently served as direct support for Taylor Swift in Latin America, Australia, and Singapore on the Eras Tour. In April, Sabrina made her Coachella debut and was one of the most talked-about artists of the festival. Ahead of her Coachella debut, she released her single “Espresso,” which quickly climbed the charts. Upon release, Pitchfork declared “Espresso” as “in pole position to be this year’s song of the summer,” and The New York Times heralded the single as the song ready to “propel her to the next level”. Since its release, “Espresso” has gone on to reach #1 on the UK & Australian singles charts, Top 5 in the US, and #1 on Spotify globally, where it reached over 200M streams within its first month.

Her second single, “Please Please Please,” was released in June and shot straight up to the top of the charts. The single hit #1 on Spotify’s Global and US charts, #1 on Apple Music, and debuted at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 before claiming the #1 spot a week later and went #1 at US Pop Radio. Sabrina made her Saturday Night Live debut in May on the season finale, where she performed “Espresso” and “Feather/Nonsense.”

In August, she released her highly anticipated sixth studio album, Short n’ Sweet. The album was instantly met with an outpouring of critical acclaim from the likes of the New York Times, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, Variety, and many more. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, making it the 3rd biggest first week debut in the US in 2024, and became only the second album that year to spend its first three weeks atop the list. “Short n’ Sweet” also topped the charts around the world, reaching #1 in the UK, Canada, Australia, Spain, and France. The album earned Sabrina an impressive six GRAMMY® nominations as a first-time nominee. “Short n’ Sweet” took home the GRAMMY® Award for Best Pop Vocal Album and Sabrina also won the “Best Pop Solo Performance” GRAMMY® Award for the album’s lead single “Espresso.” She made her debut at the 67th GRAMMY® Awards with a captivating performance of “Espresso/Please Please Please.” Last Fall, Sabrina wrapped the 33 date North American leg of her monumental sold-out Short n’ Sweet Tour and recently wrapped the sold-out European leg.  Later this year, Sabrina will return for a second North America leg that includes six shows at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and five shows at Madison Square Garden in New York.

^[1] Source: IWSR 2024.

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LX Pantos Successfully Completes Complex Defense Logistics Project for Advanced Weapons

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LX Pantos (President & CEO: Lee Yong-ho) announced on September 8 that it had completed a cross-border defense logistics project for advanced weapons.

The project transported air-to-air missiles (AAMs) from France to Korea for the Republic of Korea Marine Corps’ Marine Attack Helicopter (MAH) program, led by the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA). LX Pantos carried out the project for Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI).

The AAMs for the MAH were shipped by European defense contractor M and transported from Châteauroux Airport in France to Incheon International Airport aboard a charter flight arranged by LX Pantos. They were then delivered by road to a Republic of Korea Marine Corps unit in Pohang.

LX Pantos deployed a dedicated charter aircraft, with the missiles carried as the sole cargo to ensure safety and security. The shipment was classified as Class 1 explosives, Division 1.2, Compatibility Group E, and the missiles were subject to the highest levels of security control.

Air transportation of dangerous goods such as defense materials is a highly specialized operation that must comply with both the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations and relevant national aviation safety requirements.

During the operation, LX Pantos secured overflight clearances from 14 countries across Europe, the Middle East and Asia and coordinated multimodal transport through its global network, including European subsidiaries.

LX Pantos has been expanding its defense logistics business since receiving an “Excellent” rating in a 2024 security assessment by Korea’s Defense Counterintelligence Command.

It has also attained Assessment Level 3 (AL3), the highest level under Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (TISAX), demonstrating its ability to meet stringent global information security requirements.

An LX Pantos official said the project demonstrated the company’s advanced safety, security and logistics expertise, adding that LX Pantos will continue to support global defense customers and strengthen its role in the defense logistics market.

• About LX Pantos

Established in 1977, LX Pantos is a leading global logistics provider headquartered in Korea. It delivers comprehensive logistics solutions across sea, air, rail, and contract logistics through a worldwide network spanning more than 40 countries.

Learn more about LX Pantos online and follow it on LinkedIn.

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