12, Feb 2026
Gartner Warns Misconfigured AI Could Shut Down National Critical Infrastructure by 2028
STAMFORD, Feb 12: Gartner, Inc., a leading business and technology insights company, today warned that misconfigured AI in cyber-physical systems (CPS) could trigger shutdowns of national critical infrastructure in a G20 country by 2028.
CPS includes operational technology (OT), industrial control systems (ICS), industrial automation systems, IIoT devices, robots, drones, and other AI-powered systems interacting with the physical world. Gartner highlights that even well-intentioned engineers, flawed updates, or minor configuration errors can result in large-scale service disruptions, posing risks to public safety and economic stability.
“The next major infrastructure failure may not come from hackers or natural disasters, but from AI misconfigurations,” said Wam Voster, VP Analyst at Gartner. “Implementing secure ‘kill-switches’ or override modes, accessible only to authorized operators, is essential to safeguard critical systems.”
Gartner notes that misconfigured AI can autonomously misinterpret sensor data or trigger unsafe actions, potentially impacting key services such as power grids, manufacturing plants, and transport networks. With AI models increasingly opaque, human intervention remains essential.
Gartner recommends key measures for mitigating AI-related risks in critical infrastructure:
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Safe Override Modes: Secure human-accessible controls to retain ultimate authority over autonomous systems.
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Digital Twins: Test configuration changes in virtual replicas before deployment.
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Real-Time Monitoring: Continuous observation and rollback mechanisms for AI updates, supported by national AI incident response teams.
Gartner clients can explore these insights in Predicts 2026: Emergent Critical Risks of AI in CPS Security, and learn infrastructure modernization strategies via the complimentary Modern Infrastructure: Built for Tomorrow’s Business Demands roadmap.
Gartner continues to provide independent AI research and guidance for C-level executives, helping organizations safely leverage AI to achieve mission-critical priorities.
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12, Feb 2026
Indigrid Raises INR 40 Cr to Scale Electronics Manufacturing in India
Indigrid Technology Raises INR 40 Crore in Additional Funding to Close Extended Series A Round at INR 75 Crore and Scale Integrated Electronics Manufacturing in India
GURUGRAM, Feb 12: Indigrid Technology Private Limited, India’s leading integrated electronics manufacturing company operating across EMS, ESDM, and ODM services, has raised INR 40 crore in additional funding to close its extended Series A round at INR 75 crore. The round was led by Cactus Partners, which played a key role in the company’s growth and subsequent capital raise from Valour Capital, with participation from ITI Growth Opportunities Fund, Vimson group, and Global South Capital.
The funding comes amid accelerating demand for localised electronics manufacturing in India, driven by global supply chain realignment and rising domestic demand across automotive, consumer, and industrial electronics. Indigrid plans to deploy the capital to scale capacity across its recently commissioned manufacturing facilities, deepen technology and process capabilities, and evaluate strategic acquisitions to expand its footprint across key electronics segments.
“We are excited to welcome Valour, Vimson group, ITI Growth, and Global South Capital on board. This investment endorses our vision and provides the strategic capital needed to accelerate our ambitious expansion plans in high-growth electronics verticals. Earlier investments from Cactus Partners provided us a strong base and knowledge for growing into a large business, and this new investment will further strengthen our footing in the domain,” said Rishab Puri and Sameer Narang, Co-Founders of Indigrid Technology.
Over the past few years, Indigrid has built an integrated manufacturing platform serving over 35 marquee customers, combining design, engineering, testing, and large-scale production under one umbrella. The company currently operates three advanced manufacturing facilities across Manesar and Goa and has steadily expanded its capabilities to support OEMs and global customers seeking reliable, compliant, and scalable manufacturing partners in India.
Commenting on the fundraise, Karan Goshar, Managing Partner of Valour Capital said,
“Indigrid Technology is building critical capabilities for India’s industrial resilience and their integrated model is a strong platform for the ‘China-plus-one’ shift” and Mohit Gulati, Managing General Partner ITI Growth Opportunities Fund said “Indigrid’s technology focus in high growth electronics sector gels well with our investment thesis” while Mragank Jain, Managing Partner, Global South Capital, said, “Indigrid’s remarkable growth places it perfectly to capture the manufacturing localisation opportunity, and we will support the company in its global expansion and M&A.”
“From our earliest conversations with the Indigrid team, we saw their capabilities and potential to build a scaled, integrated manufacturing platform. Over the past few years, we have worked alongside the team to sharpen execution and governance, and this follow-on raise is a strong validation of the platform they have built and the long-term opportunity ahead,” added Rajeev Kalambi, General Partner, Cactus Partners.
This additional investment builds on the strong foundation created with Cactus Partners’ early backing and hands-on guidance, which supported Indigrid’s initial scale-up and operational strengthening. With the closing of its Series A round, Indigrid is entering its next phase of growth, focused on capacity expansion, automation, and strengthening its position as a full-stack electronics manufacturing partner.
12, Feb 2026
Amagi Media Labs Reports 30 Percent Revenue Growth, PAT Turns Positive in Q3 FY26
Mumbai, Feb 12: Amagi Media Labs Limited, a cloud-native SaaS platform providing AI-enabled solutions to global media and entertainment companies, today announced its financial results for Q3 FY26 and the nine months ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating robust growth and profitability.
Key Highlights:
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9M FY26 Performance: Revenue increased 30% year-on-year to ₹1,109 Cr; Adjusted EBITDA rose over 10x to ₹116 Cr; PAT turned positive at ₹37 Cr, driven by operating leverage and cost discipline.
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Q3 FY26 Update: Revenue grew 22% YoY to ₹404 Cr, with Adjusted EBITDA of ₹58 Cr and PAT of ₹31 Cr, reflecting strong execution and seasonal monetization strength.
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Liquidity Position: Cash and bank balances totaled ₹803.4 Cr as of December 31, 2025, providing ample liquidity for ongoing operations and planned investments.
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Strategic Focus: Continued investments in core platform and AI-enabled capabilities to support scaling and deeper customer integration.
Commenting on the results, Baskar Subramanian, Managing Director & CEO, said:
“We delivered a strong quarter, with 22% revenue growth and meaningful profitability expansion. Our platform, connecting content providers, distributors, and advertisers, continues to strengthen, and operating leverage is translating into improved Adjusted EBITDA and PAT performance.
Looking ahead, we remain focused on deepening customer integration, investing in AI-enabled capabilities through Amagi Intelligence, and maintaining capital discipline. The investments we are making today are designed for long-term growth and sustainability, beyond just the next quarter.”*
Amagi continues to leverage its AI-powered solutions to support global media and entertainment companies, delivering scalable and data-driven monetization opportunities while building a robust platform for the future.
12, Feb 2026
Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Skills Acid Attack Survivors at Haridwar Facility
Haridwar, Feb 12: Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals, India’s leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), recently engaged with acid attack survivors at its Haridwar facility to build workplace skills and professional readiness, in collaboration with the Chhanv Foundation. The engagement took place over three days and focused on strengthening confidence and preparing participants for professional environments.

Planned with care and sensitivity, the three-day engagement focused on building practical capabilities. Participants took part in guided sessions on workplace etiquette, personal grooming, communication skills, interview preparation and basic digital tools. They were also introduced to real corporate and industrial environments through plant walkthroughs and interactions with teams across the facility, helping them gain a clearer understanding of professional settings and expectations.
Informal conversations with Akums’ leadership and employees created a warm and supportive atmosphere, encouraging openness and helping participants feel at ease as they prepared for future work opportunities. The engagement closed with a focused discussion on employability readiness and a formal acknowledgement of participation, reinforcing the importance of continued learning and self-belief.
Speaking on the engagement, Arushi Jain, Director, Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals, said,
“At Akums, we believe that meaningful inclusion begins with sharing skills and opening doors to real workplaces. This was about helping participants rebuild confidence and see themselves as professionals again. Working closely with the Chhanv Foundation allowed us to create an experience that respected individual journeys while staying closely aligned with the realities of the workplace. We hope this time here strengthens both capability and belief in what lies ahead.”
The Chhanv Foundation has been at the forefront of supporting acid attack survivors across India, working to restore dignity, confidence and independence through rehabilitation, education and livelihood-focused initiatives. Known for its survivor-centric approach, the Foundation goes beyond immediate care to enable long-term social and economic reintegration.
Mr. Alok Dixit, from the Chhanv Foundation, said,
“Rebuilding life after trauma is about more than healing — it is about regaining confidence, independence and a professional identity. Experiences like this give survivors the chance to step back into the world of work with clarity and dignity. We are grateful to Akums for creating a respectful space where learning felt natural and encouraging.”
For many participants, the experience marked an important turning point. One survivor shared,
“Before coming here, I was nervous about entering a workplace again. But everyone treated us with so much kindness and respect. It helped me believe that I can work, grow and support myself with confidence.”
Another participant said,
“Learning how to communicate better and prepare for interviews has changed how I see my future. I am leaving with new skills and the feeling that I still have many possibilities ahead.”
The collaboration with the Chhanv Foundation ensured that the engagement remained survivor-focused and grounded in practical workplace readiness. Through efforts like this, Akums continues to combine its leadership in healthcare manufacturing with a sustained commitment to building skills, inclusion and long-term opportunity.
12, Feb 2026
Pooja Katurde Stays Fit to Perfectly Portray Police Officer in Pushpa Impossible
“I keep it simple with regular workouts, staying active, and clean eating to do justice to my role as a police officer in the show” says Pooja Katurde of Sony SAB’s Pushpa Impossible
Sony SAB’s Pushpa Impossible is winning hearts with its inspiring storytelling and relatable characters. The show beautifully captures the everyday triumphs and challenges of its lead protagonist, Pushpa (Karuna Pandey), making it one of television’s most loved family entertainers. As Pushpa Impossible enters one of its most intense weeks yet, Pooja Katurde’s portrayal of the sharp, no-nonsense police officer and Pushpa’s daughter in law, stands out with striking authenticity.

Pooja Katurde says staying fit is not just about looking the part, but about truly feeling like her character. With intense investigation sequences, physical fitness helps her stay alert and maintain physical stamina and discipline. The actor believes that fitness is essential to her preparation to convincingly portray a uniformed officer and to bring authenticity to her character. For Pooja, fitness has become an important part of understanding her character’s strength and discipline.
Speaking about the experience, Pooja Katurde shares,
“Wearing the uniform itself puts you in a very different mindset. It automatically demands strength, confidence, and alertness. I knew that to play a police officer, I must stay fit and maintain a certain physique because the role demands it. What the audience sees on screen is a flawless and confident presence, but behind the scenes, I put in immense effort to maintain that for the role. I’m not someone who believes in extreme workouts so I keep it simple with regular workouts, staying active, and clean eating to do justice to my role as a police officer in the show. When your body feels strong, it reflects on screen without you trying too hard.”
12, Feb 2026
Cosmo First Reports Improved Q3 FY26 EBITDA; Expects Double-Digit Revenue Growth Ahead
New Delhi, Feb 12: Cosmo First Limited today announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 2025 and year-to-date December 2025, reporting improved EBITDA performance in Q3 FY26 compared to the previous year.
The improvement was driven by a strong 29% increase in sales volumes and better performance from the specialty chemical subsidiary. However, overall EBITDA was partially impacted by margin decline in BOPP and BOPET core films, the full-quarter impact of high USA tariffs, a volume loss of around 6% due to the shutdown of one BOPP line, and a non-repetitive inventory loss of ₹8.4 crores arising from a drop in raw material prices.
Profit After Tax (PAT) remained muted due to higher depreciation and interest costs related to newly commissioned capacities.
The Company expects double-digit revenue growth in the coming quarters, supported by enhanced utilization of recently added capacities. Additionally, the recently announced reduction in USA tariffs is expected to improve profitability from USA operations starting Q1 FY27, once the higher-duty-paid inventory is fully exhausted.
Cosmo Plastech, the Group’s rigid packaging vertical, achieved positive EBITDA in December 2025. The focus going forward will be on improving profitability through higher capacity utilisation and operational efficiency.
Both consumer-facing businesses—Zigly (Petcare) and Cosmo Consumer (Window Films, Paint Protection Films & Ceramic Coatings)—continued to scale up. Zigly posted over 50% year-on-year topline growth in Q3 FY26, reflecting strong momentum in the petcare segment.
Commenting on the Company’s performance, Mr. Pankaj Poddar, Group CEO, Cosmo First Ltd., said,
“The FY26 focus will be on achieving close to full capacity utilization for the Films business and faster scaling of new businesses.”
Key Developments During the Quarter
1. Films Business (Cosmo Films)
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Announced a strategic joint venture in South Korea with Filmax Corporation to introduce and scale multiple Cosmo First business verticals in the South Korean market.
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Honoured with the IFCA Star Award for excellence in packaging innovation.
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Launched high-performance packaging films for the pet food industry.
2. Rigid Packaging (Cosmo Plastech)
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Expanded into rigid packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical industry with PET sheets.
3. Petcare Business (Zigly Petcare)
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Expanded footprint in Western India.
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Opened its first complete pet care centre in Pune and second centre in Jaipur.
4. CSR & Foundation (Cosmo Foundation)
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Partnered with the Border Security Force (BSF) to expand Delhi’s green cover with a 15,000-tree Miyawaki and fruit-bearing forest initiative.
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Ms. Yamini Kumar Jaipuria was honoured as ET NOW Impactful Women Leaders of India 2025 and Impactful CSR Leader of India 2025 at the ET Edge GSA Transformation Series.
5. Corporate / Group-Level Milestone
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Achieved the globally recognised Information Security Management System certification – ISO/IEC 27001:2022.
12, Feb 2026
IOL Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Reports Strong Q3 FY26 Growth with Margin Expansion
New Delhi, Feb 12: IOL Chemicals s Pharmaceuticals Ltd., one of the leading Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) manufacturers, announced its Financial Results for the quarter and nine months ended 31st December 2025.
Key Standalone Financial Highlights
| Particulars (₹ Cr) | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | Y-o-Y | 9M FY26 | 9M FY25 | Y-o-Y |
| Revenue from Operations | 580.4 | 523.3 | +10.2% | 1,699.6 | 1,551.4 | 2.c% |
| EBITDA | 62.6 | 50.9 | +22.8% | 196.1 | 157.1 | 24.8% |
| EBITDA Margin (%) | 10.7% | 9.7% | +102 bps | 11.4% | 10.0% | +132 bps |
| PBT* | 38.8 | 27.8 | +32.3% | 124.8 | 93.0 | +34.2% |
| PBT Margin (%)* | 6.6% | 5.3% | +134 bps | 7.3% | 5.9% | +134 bps |
PBT and PBT Margin are calculated after netting off exceptional items arising from new labour laws.
Commenting on the performance, Mr Vikas Gupta, Joint Managing Director said,
“Ǫ3 FY2c has been a resilient quarter for IOL, marked by double-digit revenue growth, margin expansion, and a 3S% YoY increase in profit before exceptional items and tax, despite prevailing geopolitical uncertainties. This performance underscores the resilience of our operations and sustained demand across our businesses.
Our Pharmaceuticals segment continues to lead growth, delivering an 18% revenue increase year-on-year. Importantly, pharma’s share of overall revenue has risen from 57% in Ǫ3 FY25 to c1% in Ǫ3 FY2c, highlighting its growing contribution. EBIT from Pharmaceuticals grew 32% YoY, driven by healthy volume growth and strong traction in non-Ibuprofen APIs, which are broadening and diversifying our product portfolio.
In Chemicals, we achieved optimal capacity utilisation, reflecting improved demand and operational discipline. EBIT grew 37% YoY, supported by efficiency gains and sustained customer traction. This validates the strength of our diversified business model and the meaningful contribution of both segments.
Looking ahead, our focus remains on expanding our presence in regulated markets, strengthening our new product pipeline, deepening backward integration, and enhancing R&D capabilities. These measures will help us sustain growth momentum, enhance competitiveness, and deliver long-term value creation for our stakeholders”
12, Feb 2026
Jupiter International commissions third solar cell manufacturing unit, doubles production capacity
Chandigarh, Feb 12: Jupiter International Limited, one of India’s leading solar cell manufacturers has successfully commissioned its third solar cell manufacturing unit marking a major capacity expansion that effectively doubles the company’s solar cell manufacturing capability in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh.

The milestone marks a significant leap in Jupiter’s manufacturing capabilities. With this commissioning, Jupiter adds 1 GW of mono PERC capacity to its existing 959 MW base, taking its total installed capacity to nearly 2 GW. The new unit has been developed by Jupiter Solartech Private Limited (JSTPL) – a wholly owned subsidiary of Jupiter International Ltd.
Strategically located in Village Katha, Baddi, District Solan, the new facility is built with a focus on high-efficiency mono PERC technology, aimed at aligning with global benchmarks in quality and productivity.
Jupiter International’s capacity expansion is expected to double its local workforce, creating a significant pipeline of skilled green jobs across advanced solar manufacturing operations.
As part of its long-term roadmap to drive vertical integration and technology leadership, Jupiter International is also on pathway setting up another 1.25 GW TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) solar cell line.
“The commissioning of Unit III at Baddi is a major milestone in our journey to scale the company’s solar manufacturing capabilities. This expansion reaffirms Jupiter’s commitment to our vision of delivering world-class clean energy technologies that are Made in India, for India and the world,” said Mr Alok Garodia, Chairman and Managing Director – Jupiter International Ltd.
Jupiter’s integrated approach of combining manufacturing with R&D capabilities continues to strengthen its position as a tech and sustainability-driven solar manufacturer and a key enabler in India’s clean energy transition. With this latest expansion, the company is further strengthening domestic capacity and supporting national priorities under India’s 500 GW renewable energy roadmap.

