8, Oct 2026
UP Rise 2026: Bridging Students with Industry, Government, and Entrepreneurship

UP Rise 2026: Bridging Students with Industry, Government, and Entrepreneurship

Greater Noida, Oct 08: Sharda University successfully organized ‘UP Rise 2026’, an initiative of the Government of Uttar Pradesh aimed at connecting students with the industrial sector, government opportunities, entrepreneurship, and rapidly emerging career paths. The programme was part of a statewide movement across 30 institutes in Uttar Pradesh, collectively reaching over 700 million people, making it one of the largest student‑industry‑government engagement drives in the state.

The initiative provided students with a comprehensive ecosystem to interact with industry leaders, government scheme facilitators, and entrepreneurial mentors. It sought to foster skills, innovation, entrepreneurship, and employability‑oriented mindsets, preparing youth to be self‑reliant and future‑ready. Students participated in live pitch sessions, industry case challenges, and interactive dialogues with corporate recruiters and mentors, while also availing on‑the‑spot registration for government schemes such as CM Yuva Yojana, PMKVY, Mission Shakti, ODOP, and ODOC.

In his keynote address, Chief Guest Paritosh Anand remarked: “UP Rise 2026 is more than an event—it is a movement of ideas, ambition, and courage. It gives young minds the chance to tell their stories, showcase their creativity, and connect with opportunities that can turn dreams into reality. By engaging with industry leaders, government facilitators, and mentors, students discover that the future is not something to wait for—it is something they can build today. This initiative reflects the power of youth to inspire change, create businesses that matter, and lead India into a new era of innovation and self‑reliance.”

Dr. Sibaram Khara, Vice-Chancellor of Sharda University, welcomed the chief guest and other dignitaries. He noted that the country possesses a vast youth population brimming with energy and innovative thinking. Under the leadership of the state government, the youth are gaining direction and new opportunities—an impact that will become evident in the near future. He added that Uttar Pradesh is steadily advancing in new sectors, and the participation of the youth plays a crucial role in this progress.

Adding to the perspectives, Dr. Amit Sehgal, Director of Sharda University Launchpad, highlighted: “A key attraction of UP Rise 2026 was the ‘Industry Case Challenges,’ which gave students the opportunity to solve real‑world business and social problems. These challenges sharpened their problem‑solving, analytical thinking, innovation, and teamwork skills, while bridging academic learning with workplace realities.”

He further said, “The enthusiasm and participation of students demonstrated their readiness to embrace new opportunities. UP Rise 2026 showcased Uttar Pradesh’s potential to become a hub of innovation, entrepreneurship, and talent development.”

The event concluded with resounding appreciation from participants and stakeholders, positioning UP Rise 2026 as a landmark initiative in fostering innovation, career readiness, and student empowerment across the state.

8, Oct 2026
Odisha Bureaucratic Reshuffle: Trilochan Mohanty Gets New Posting as ROTI Joint Director

Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): The Odisha government on Thursday carried out a minor bureaucratic reshuffle, assigning new responsibilities to four senior officers under the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) cadre.

Odisha Bureaucratic Reshuffle: Trilochan Mohanty Gets New Posting as ROTI Joint Director

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According to a notification issued by the General Administration & Public Grievance Department, the changes include fresh postings in the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water, Electronics & Information Technology, General Administration and Revenue Officers’ Training Institute (ROTI) departments.

Trilochan Mohanty Transferred to ROTI

Trilochan Mohanty, who was serving as Joint Secretary to the Chief Minister, has been transferred and posted as Joint Director of the Revenue Officers’ Training Institute (ROTI), Bhubaneswar.

The posting is among the key changes announced in the latest administrative order.

Gitanjali Nayak Gets New Responsibility

Gitanjali Nayak, Additional Secretary in the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department, has been transferred to the Electronics & Information Technology Department.

She will take charge as Additional Secretary to the Odisha government in the department.

Nibedita Biswal Posted in Panchayati Raj Department

Nibedita Biswal, who was serving as Additional Secretary in the Labour & Employees’ State Insurance Department, has been posted as Additional Secretary in the Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water Department.

Her earlier proposed appointment as Registrar of Fakir Mohan University in Balasore has also been cancelled. The General Administration Department has withdrawn its previous notification issued on May 27, 2026, concerning her posting as Registrar of the university.

Kukumina Das Appointed Project Director

Kukumina Das, former Registrar of Fakir Mohan University, Balasore, has been assigned a new responsibility as Project Director, Rehabilitation & Resettlement (R&R), Subarnarekha Irrigation Project, Baripada.

Das had recently been posted to the General Administration & Public Grievance Department.

The latest reshuffle is part of the state government’s ongoing administrative adjustments and comes into effect as per the orders issued by the General Administration & Public Grievance Department.

8, Oct 2026
CM Mohan Charan Majhi Mourns Demise of Veteran Actor Nana Patekar

Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday expressed deep grief over the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, describing his death as a great loss to Indian cinema.

CM Mohan Charan Majhi Mourns Demise of Veteran Actor Nana Patekar

The demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar Ji is a great loss to Indian cinema. Through his exceptional talent, powerful performances and enduring contribution to the arts, he left an indelible mark on generations of audiences. May Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath grant eternal peace to the departed soul and provide strength and solace to his family, friends and countless admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti. 🙏

— Mohan Charan Majhi (@MohanMOdisha) October 8, 2026

In a condolence message, the Chief Minister said Nana Patekar’s exceptional talent, powerful performances and enduring contribution to the arts had left an indelible mark on generations of audiences.

“His remarkable contribution to Indian cinema will always be remembered. Through his exceptional talent and memorable performances, he earned a special place in the hearts of countless admirers,” Majhi said.

The Chief Minister prayed to Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and give strength and solace to Nana Patekar’s family, friends and admirers during this difficult time.

“May Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath grant eternal peace to the departed soul and provide strength and solace to his family, friends and countless admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti,” Majhi said.

8, Oct 2026
Odisha Bandh Disrupts Travel: Passengers Stranded, Doctor Stopped on Way to Hospital

Bhubaneswar, Oct 8 (UDN): The 12-hour Odisha bandh called by the INDIA bloc disrupted public transport and affected daily life across the state on Thursday, with buses and auto-rickshaws remaining largely off the roads and passengers struggling to reach their destinations.

Odisha Bandh Disrupts Travel: Passengers Stranded, Doctor Stopped on Way to Hospital

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The bandh began at 6 am and is scheduled to continue until 6 pm, with opposition parties urging people to keep vehicles off the roads and close shops, markets, commercial establishments and offices.

Passengers Left Stranded

The shutdown created significant difficulties for travellers in several parts of the state.

In Cuttack, passengers at bus stands reportedly faced trouble after bus services were disrupted. Some travellers said they were caught unaware by the bandh and were unable to find transport to return home.

A group of five passengers who had travelled to Puri reportedly said they were stranded after failing to find a bus back home.

Another passenger said hiring an auto-rickshaw was too expensive, leaving the family with little option but to wait at the bus stand.

Surgeon Stopped While Heading to Hospital

The bandh also led to an unusual situation in Bhubaneswar, where a surgeon was reportedly stopped while travelling to Capital Hospital to attend to patients and perform scheduled surgeries.

The doctor reportedly explained to the protesters that he was required to reach the hospital for medical duties and was subsequently allowed to proceed.

Essential and emergency services have been kept outside the purview of the bandh, with protesters directed not to obstruct medical care, ambulances and other critical services.

Security Stepped Up in Capital

The Commissionerate Police has strengthened security arrangements across Bhubaneswar to prevent any untoward incident during the shutdown.

Around 18 platoons of security personnel and 100 officers have reportedly been deployed or kept ready at key locations, including areas considered vulnerable to protests and traffic disruptions.

Police personnel are maintaining a close watch on major roads, public places and sensitive points as demonstrations continue.

Opposition Lists Four Key Demands

The INDIA bloc has called the bandh over several issues, including the demand for withdrawal of the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026.

The opposition parties have also sought the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging irregularities in the electoral-roll revision process.

Another demand is the resignation of School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond over alleged irregularities in school textbooks.

The opposition has additionally demanded immediate and adequate relief for families affected by floods in Odisha.

While the bandh has affected transport and commercial activity in several areas, authorities are continuing efforts to ensure that essential services remain operational and the situation remains peaceful.

8, Oct 2026
Jan-Sep 2026 investments in Indian real estate touch USD 5.9 Bn, highest 9-month volume in recent years: Colliers India

Gurgaon, 08th October 2026: Institutional investments in Indian real estate remained strong during the first three quarters of 2026, with capital inflows reaching USD 5.9 billion, reflecting a 39% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth. This marks the highest 9-month investment volume in recent years, underscoring the continued investor optimism in India’s real estate sector. This optimism is more significant as Indian real estate has largely remained resilient to external volatilities, despite bleak global economic outlook and caution towards capital allocation in markets around the world.

Domestic investors remained the dominant source of capital during the nine-month period, contributing USD 3.5 billion and accounting close to 60% of the total investments during the period. A strong 59% YoY increase in domestic capital inflows highlights the depth and maturity of core real estate asset classes in India. At the same time, foreign investments also recorded a notable growth during the first three quarters of 2026, rising 17% YoY to about USD 2.4 billion. A significant share of foreign capital was directed towards developmental assets, driven by investors’ ongoing pursuit of long-term value creation in alternative, hospitality and mixed-use projects.

During Q3 2026, institutional capital inflows stood at USD 1.4 billion, a 12% YoY increase, albeit witnessing a 51% drop on a sequential basis.

“The strengthening of domestic capital is perhaps the most defining theme of institutional investments in Indian real estate. In Q3 2026, domestic investors drove about USD 0.9 billion inflows, accounting for nearly two-thirds of the total investments. Local investors continue to prefer core assets, with residential & office segments collectively accounting for 46% of the domestic capital allocation during the quarter. While residential investments were largely directed towards developmental projects, office investments were primarily focused on operational assets. Looking ahead, with evolving preferences across the risk-return spectrum, growing depth in domestic capital is expected to drive real estate investments in India, along with an uptick in foreign investment volumes in upcoming quarters,” said Badal Yagnik, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Colliers India.

Trends in institutional investment inflows (USD million) –

Asset Class

Q3 2025

Q2 2026

Q3 2026

Q3 2026 vs Q3 2025

(% YoY Change)

Q3 2026 vs Q2 2026

(% QoQ change)

YTD 2025 (Jan-Sep 2025)

YTD 2026 (Jan–Sep 2026)

YTD 2026 vs YTD 2025 (%YoY change)

Office

779.9

1056.9

291.3

-63%

-72%

1,482.7

2,169.3

46%

Residential

319.7

146.1

224.1

-30%

53%

1,139.7

694.5

-39%

Industrial & Warehousing

17.0

84.5

180.5

962%

114%

324.7

371.9

15%

Retail

–

37.5

–

*NA

-100%

380.0

85.2

-78%

Hospitality

–

108.8

352.6

*NA

224%

88.2

632.2

617%

Alternate assets1

73.5

635.0

200.2

172%

-68%

144.5

968.2

570%

Mixed use2

79.4

806.7

167.6

111%

-79%

707.8

1,007.0

42%

Total

1,269.5

2,875.5

1,416.3

12%

-51%

4,267.6

5,928.3

39%

Note: 1-Alternative assets include data centers, life sciences, senior housing, holiday homes, student housing, schools, real estate services etc.

*NA-Not applicable: Investment inflows were limited for Retail in Q3 2025 and in Q3 2026; and for hospitality assets in Q3 2025; 2-Includes investments in mixed-use projects as well as deals involving investments across multiple assets in various locations 

The institutional flow of funds include investments by Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), family offices, foreign corporate groups, foreign banks, pension funds, private equity, real estate funds & platforms, foreign-funded NBFCs, listed REITs and sovereign wealth funds. The data has been compiled as per available information in the public domain. 

Office segment dominates with 37% share; hospitality & alternative assets see multi-fold growth

During the first three quarters of 2026, office segment attracted USD 2.2 billion in capital inflows, witnessing a 46% YoY rise. Domestic investors played a pivotal role, contributing more than 90% of the institutional inflows in the segment during the same period. Sustained leasing momentum across high-quality Grade A office assets and long-term demand prospects continue to reinforce the segment’s attractiveness amongst investors. While office assets remained the major driver of real estate investments, accounting for 37% share during the nine-month period, mixed-use & alternative assets followed, with each of them corresponding to a share of 16-17%.

Interestingly, alternative & hospitality segments have been one of the best performing segments in 2026 so far. During the nine-month period, alternative & hospitality assets garnered over USD 0.9 billion & USD 0.6 billion investments respectively, individually rising 6-7X times compared to the corresponding period of 2025. Strong foreign investor interest underpinned both segments, with overseas capital accounting for nearly three-fourths of alternative asset investments and almost the entirety of hospitality inflows during the period.

“Investor participation remained broad-based across real asset classes, albeit slightly more skewed on account of a marquee transaction in hospitality segment. All three core segments – office, residential and industrial & warehousing witnessed around USD 0.2-0.3 billion inflows each during Q3 2026. These three segments collectively accounted for nearly half of the quarterly investments led by domestic investors. Most importantly, buoyed by strong capital allocation across real estate segments, the first nine months of 2026 have already seen institutional investments to the tune of USD 5.9 billion, a 9-month high in recent years. This reiterates the confidence of investors in Indian real estate, even in the wake of growth moderation elsewhere,” said Vimal Nadar, National Director & Head of Research, Colliers India.

Bengaluru, Chennai & Delhi NCR collectively account for nearly one-third of the inflows; multi-city deals see more than 2X rise YoY

At around USD 0.6 billion inflows each, Bengaluru, Chennai & Delhi NCR dominated investment volumes, cumulatively accounting for nearly one-third share during the first nine months of 2026. Office assets drove majority of the investment inflows in these three cities during the same period. In fact, Delhi NCR witnessed close to three-fold rise in investment inflows during the nine-month period, reiterating sustained investor confidence in income-generating & operational Grade A assets.

At the same time, investor preference for diversified, multi-location portfolios remained noteworthy and surged over 2X times YoY during the first nine months of 2026. Multi-city deals attracted USD 2.9 billion inflows and contributed about half of the investment volumes during the same period.

8, Oct 2026
TÜV SÜD on the New Management System Standard for Sustainability Goals

Munich. ISO/UNDP 53001 was published at the end of September. It provides  organizations with a new international framework for integrating the UN Sustainable  Development Goals into their management structures. Developed by the International  Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the United Nations Development Program  (UNDP), the ISO/UNDP 53001 standard is the world’s first management system standard  of its kind. It provides a structured approach for integrating the UN Sustainable  Development Goals (SDGs) into corporate governance, strategy, and operational  processes. TÜV SÜD provides information on the newly published standard. 

Sustainability has become an integral part of corporate strategy in many companies. However,  consistently embedding environmental, social, and economic goals into existing management  structures remains a challenge. ISO/UNDP 53001 addresses this need through a management  system approach that helps companies define responsibilities, set goals, and monitor progress  as part of a continuous improvement process. Since the standard follows the harmonized  structure used in all ISO management system standards, it can be integrated into existing  quality, environmental, or energy management systems. 

“Sustainability can only be effective if it is integrated into a company’s daily decision-making  and management processes,” says Sara Brandimarti, Global Head of Sustainability – Business  Assurance Division at TÜV SÜD. “ISO 53001 provides a structured framework for this. It helps  organizations systematically consider sustainability aspects and derive long-term changes  from them that go beyond individual projects or reporting requirements.” 

Response to Rising Stakeholder Expectations 

The expectations of customers, investors, and regulatory authorities regarding sustainability  continue to rise. Transparent and systematic management of sustainability issues is becoming  increasingly important, particularly for companies operating in complex international supply  chains. With ISO/UNDP 53001 as a certifiable standard, an independent certification body  such as TÜV SÜD can now assess whether an organization’s SDG management system meets the standard’s requirements. Organizations that take this approach demonstrate that  they manage their sustainability-related activities within a structured and transparent  management framework. 

 

8, Oct 2026
Asset Managers Report Sharp Rise in Risk Across Investment, Operational Regulatory and Reputation, Clearwater Analytics Study Reveals

BOISE, Idaho, NEW YORK, CHICAGO, LONDON and HONG KONG, Oct 08 —A comprehensive global study, “The Crowded Trade”, commissioned by Clearwater Analytics, which surveyed 250 senior executives at fund managers across the U.S, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region, finds credit and liquidity risks across nearly every category firms track.

Market risk has increased for 80% of asset managers over the past year, the largest rise of any risk category in the study, with 34% describing the increase as dramatic.Around three-quarters (77%) of respondents say credit risk has increased, with 51% saying it has done so dramatically. Some 71% of asset managers have experienced increases in liquidity risk, and 36% say those increases have been dramatic.Meanwhile, 71% say concentration risk has increased with 29% saying it has been dramatic.

Chris Sturhahn, Head of Product, Asset Management at Clearwater Analytics, said: “Market, credit, liquidity, and concentration risk are all rising at nearly every firm that responded. That's a harder problem than any one risk moving by itself, and it's a big part of why we're seeing firms shift into alternatives, expand hedging, and rotate into new markets and regions. Asset managers need more than performance data and they need real-time visibility into risk exposures, liquidity conditions and portfolio concentrations. Firms that can aggregate, analyze, and act on investment data quickly will be far better positioned to manage uncertainty and respond to changing market conditions.”

Looking across their operations, nearly three-quarters (73%) of asset managers say technology and cyber risk has increased, with half saying it has done so dramatically.Business continuity risk has increased for 80% of firms, with 32% calling the increase dramatic. People and process failures, such as errors in trade execution or inadequate internal controls, have increased for 75% of firms, with 24% calling the increase dramatic.

Sturhahn said: “Operational risk has become a major focus for asset managers as portfolios grow more complex, reporting requirements intensify and market events unfold much more quickly. Many firms still rely on fragmented systems, manual reconciliations and delayed reporting processes that can create inefficiencies and increase the potential for errors during periods of market stress.”

Reputational risk, meaning damage to a firm's brand from negative media, legal disputes, or poor performance that drives investor outflows, has increased for 69% of firms over the past 12 months, with 44% calling the increase dramatic.
ESG risk, meaning potential losses from investments failing to meet environmental, social, or governance standards, has increased for 77% of firms, with 31% calling the increase dramatic.

Competition risk, meaning the risk of losing market share to competitors due to poor performance or high fees, has increased for 72% of firms, with 24% calling the increase dramatic.

When asked which risks pose the greatest concern to asset managers over the next 12 months, almost two-thirds (62%) of research participants say technology/cyber risk. The next highest risk was liquidity risk (47%) closely followed by credit risk (46%). More than a third
(37%) identified concentration risk as the biggest threat in the coming year, while 35% say people and process failures and 28% say market risk.

Sturhahn added: “Firms are already responding to this, moving into alternatives, expanding hedging, and rotating into new regions and asset classes. The next question is whether those moves hold up once markets are actually tested, which is exactly what we look at next in this research.”

8, Oct 2026
Korum Mall to Host Garba & Dandiya Workshop Ahead of Golden Dandiya Celebrations

Korum Mall to Host Garba & Dandiya Workshop Ahead of Golden Dandiya Celebrations

Thane, October 08, 2026: Ahead of its Golden Dandiya celebrations, Korum Mall is bringing the festive spirit of Navratri to visitors with a special, free Garba & Dandiya Workshop on October 9 and 10, 2026, in association with Tantrum Dance Academy.

Here’s what visitors can look forward to:

1. Learn Garba & Dandiya

A fun, interactive workshop for beginners and enthusiasts to learn the traditional festive dance forms and brush up on their moves.

2. Get Ready for Golden Dandiya

The workshop will serve as a festive build-up to Korum Mall’s upcoming Golden Dandiya celebrations.

3. Fun for All

Designed for visitors across age groups, the workshop offers an opportunity for friends and families to learn and celebrate together.

4. Soak in the Navratri Spirit

With music, dance, and festive energy, the workshop will set the mood for Navratri celebrations at Korum Mall.

Visitors can participate in the workshop free of cost and get their festive moves ready for the Golden Dandiya celebrations.

Event Details:
When: October 9 & 10, 2026 – 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Where: Korum Mall, Thane
What: Special Dandiya and Garba Workshop

8, Oct 2026
TransNusa Introduces High-Frequency Jakarta-Singapore Schedule with Launch of Fourth Daily Flight

The Premium Service Carrier Ramps Up Flight Capacity to Meet Increased Business and Leisure Travel Demand

JAKARTA, Oct 08- TransNusa, Asia’s premium service carrier, has announced a schedule increase to four daily flights between Jakarta and Singapore, reinforcing its position on this key international corridor.

The transition to a four-times-daily scheduled flight follows the recent expansion from two to three flights daily, reflecting steady passenger demand and the airlines’ operational capacity to support increased traffic on the route. With this enhanced frequency, TransNusa now offers seamless travel times tailored perfectly to the schedules of both business and leisure travelers.

The fourth flight takes off from Jakarta today at 17.40 and arrives Singapore at 20:20. It departs Singapore at 21:20 and arrives Jakarta at 21:55.

Leadership Driven Growth and Changi Recognition

“Scaling our presence to four daily flights on the Jakarta-Singapore corridor reflects the growing trust in the TransNusa brand,” said Datuk Bernard Francis, TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer.

“In addition, securing successive frequency approvals from a world-class gateway like Changi Airport demonstrates our operational reliability and alignment with high aviation standards,” He added.

“Having introduced our third daily frequency in April 2026 and moving quickly to launch a fourth daily scheduled flight, emphasizes our commercial agility,” highlighted Datuk Bernard, adding that the high-frequency schedule allows TransNusa to directly serve both corporate and leisure guests with premium flexibility at accessible price points.”

TransNusa Introduces High-Frequency Jakarta-Singapore Schedule with Launch of Fourth Daily Flight

 

Datuk Bernard Francis… Continuously leading TransNusa to greater heights

Securing multiple frequency increases within a short timeframe of less than 6 months from a world-class hub like Singapore Changi Airport, which maintains strict operational benchmarks and partners with top-tier airlines, demonstrates the carrier’s growth trajectory and scalable capabilities.

The frequency increase not only builds directly upon the airline’s transition from two to three flights daily but also upon the airline’s recognition at the Changi Airline Awards 2026, where Datuk Bernard led TransNusa to became the first Indonesian carrier to win the “Top Airlines by Absolute Passenger Growth (Southeast Asia)” award from the World-Renown Changi Airport Group, just 17 months after starting operations at the airport.

Comprehensive Daily Flight Schedule

Operating the route with its modern Airbus A320 fleet, TransNusa’s schedule provides morning, afternoon, and evening options. Flights depart from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and land at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 4.

Bookings for the new daily flight times are now available. Passengers can view schedules, select seats, and book fares directly through the official TransNusa website at transnusa.co.id.

Redefining Regional Air Travel

TransNusa distinguishes itself as a premium service carrier by providing a balanced alternative that bridges the gap between low-cost affordability and full-service legacy options. The airline offers travelers a competitive product that includes baggage allowances, seat options, and a comfortable seat layout on its aircraft. By matching these products with consistent on-time performance, TransNusa provides a reliable and practical choice for modern corporate and holiday travelers alike.

This unique and new service model, developed and introduced by Datuk Bernard in 2023, remains central to the airline’s broader international network scaling. In addition to its unique offerings, TransNusa recently highlighted its premium evolution by introducing its customized “Premium Plus” cabin product as part of its Melbourne-Bali flight offerings. Launching on 19 October 2026, this option features tailored priority services and enhanced baggage limits, underscoring the airline’s commitment to delivering diverse travel options across its growing destination portfolio.

 

8, Oct 2026
Sonata Software Achieves the 2026–2027 Microsoft AI Business Solutions Inner Circle Award

Sonata Software Achieves the 2026–2027 Microsoft AI Business Solutions Inner Circle Award

East Brunswick, Nj And Bengaluru, India, October 08: Sonata Software an AI-first Modernization Engineering company, has earned the 2026–2027 Microsoft AI Business Solutions Inner Circle award. This marks Sonata Software’s sixth Inner Circle recognition, placing the company among the top echelon of Microsoft’s AI Business Solutions global network of partners.

The recognition builds on Sonata Software’s more than three-decade relationship with Microsoft and continued investments in full-stack AI capabilities. Through Sonata Harmoni.AI, its Responsible-first AI tooling, Sonata brings together differentiated capabilities across AI-led modernization, AI-ready data, resilient AI operations and AI-led service delivery to help enterprises move from AI experimentation to business impact at scale.

“The ability to embrace AI to deliver value and enterprise velocity will differentiate organizations in an AI-led era,” said Anthony Lange, Chief Revenue Officer, Sonata Software. “Our sixth Inner Circle recognition reflects the engineering depth we bring to helping enterprises turn AI into measurable business value. Together with Microsoft, we’re helping them move from systems of record to systems capable of autonomous action.”

“Inner Circle partners represent our top selling partners worldwide. But it is more than a sales recognition; it’s a community of industry leaders who work closely with Microsoft to accelerate innovation, share experience and shape the future of AI-powered business transformation. The collaboration and commitment to customer success demonstrated by this community helps us advance the entire AI Business Solutions partner ecosystem around the world to deliver transformative business outcomes at scale.” said Niels Jensen, Microsoft AI Business Solutions ERP Lead in Enterprise Partner Solutions.

Sonata’s capabilities across Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Microsoft Power Platform and Microsoft Copilot help enterprises modernize technology and business processes for AI. Most recently, Sonata joined Microsoft’s Copilot Agents & Platform (CAP) Engineering Depth Partners program and became a Microsoft Frontier Partner, deepening its engagement with Microsoft Engineering and Product teams to advance and scale agentic AI.