25, Apr 2024
Rapido partners with BBMP and Election Commission of India to revolutionize voter transport

Rapido partners with BBMP and Election Commission of India to revolutionize voter transport

Bengaluru, 25 April, 2024: In a resolute commitment to fortify the nation’s democratic fabric, Rapido, India’s foremost commute app, assumes a pivotal role in national duty with the launch of the “SawaariZimmedariKi” initiative. In collaboration with the Election Commission of India (ECI) and Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), Rapido sets forth to champion civic engagement during the Indian General Elections 2024 by extending free auto and cab rides to differently abled and senior citizen voters in Bengaluru. As part of this historic endeavor, Rapido pledges to provide free rides to voters in Bengaluru on 26th April, 2024.

On election day, voters can avail free rides on the Rapido app using the code ‘VOTENOW’ and exercise their democratic right. The initiative aims to facilitate residents’ voting rights and ensure a more inclusive electoral process. This concerted effort aligns with Rapido’s nationwide campaign, deploying over 10 lakh captains across more than 100 cities to provide free rides on election-day. With the support of the ECI, Rapido will be offering free bike taxi rides to voters in Karnataka across the cities of Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Mangaluru on election day.

Rapido’s partnership with the ECI reflects its commitment to being a brand that drives positive change for a better society. Rapido’s Co-founder Pavan Guntupalli said, “We are undertaking this initiative to ensure that every voter in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Mangaluru can successfully fulfill their civic duty by casting their votes in the Indian General Election 2024. We have deployed all available resources to us in order to ensure that voters in Bengaluru can participate in the electoral process. We want to specifically ensure that differently abled, and senior citizen voters have equitable access to exercise their democratic right. By extending free auto and cab rides to them, we are redoubling our commitment to inclusivity and social responsibility.”

He further added, “By offering these free rides, we are facilitating democracy in action. Our Rapido captains in Bengaluru are more than just drivers; they are ambassadors of civic engagement, enabling greater voter turnout and promoting a more representative electoral system in the world’s largest democracy.”

Rapido’s partnership with the Election Commission of India underscores its commitment to being a brand that drives change for a better society. Through initiatives like this, Rapido continues to demonstrate its dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people across the country. This initiative emphasizes Rapido’s dedication to empower and encourage the voter population of Karnataka to exercise their democratic right by casting their vote.

25, Apr 2024
Kulfi Collective expands Board with Divya Karani, as Chairperson

Kulfi Collective expands Board with Divya Karani, as Chairperson

Mumbai, India – Kulfi Collective, a leading creative network in India that functions at the intersection of content, community and culture, has announced the appointment of Divya Karani as Chairperson and Executive Director of its Board. Divya’s three-decade journey has shaped her into a pivotal figure in steering some of the largest advertising and media groups across India, South Asia, the UK and Asia Pacific. Most recently, Divya was the CEO of Dentsu Media, South Asia, where she led the agency for over 12 years to become one of the dominant media agency networks in the region.

Kulfi Collective, through its three divisions, Supari Studios, Post Office & Keeda Media, has partnered with the world’s leading brands and platforms such as Spotify, Red Bull, Netflix, Lego, Flipkart and Zomato to deliver content, experiences & IPs that shape culture. The addition of Divya to the board brings strategic insights into the fusion of creativity, technology, and data that is at the core of Kulfi’s unique approach of bringing brands closer to consumers and culture through content, community and commerce.

Divya expressed her excitement about contributing to Kulfi’s vision, “I am honoured to join Kulfi Collective at such a transformative time. Together, we aim to redefine the creative network model, with an emphasis on agility, authenticity and purpose that resonates with a connected generation.”

“Divya joining the board will help us build the right governance frameworks as we scale globally. Further, her deep expertise will help us build upstream capabilities to bring brands closer to communities and subcultures in music, sports, gaming, entertainment and lifestyle.” said Advait Gupt, Co-Founder & CEO of Kulfi Collective.

Earlier this year, Kulfi was the first Indian member to join the prestigious Society of Digital Agencies, a network of the world’s most innovative and celebrated digital agencies. Divya’s appointment, coupled with Kulfi’s roster of award-winning work, further cements the collective’s position as a leading creative network in the country and select global markets in the coming years.

25, Apr 2024
Synology Introduces Advanced Data Management and Security Solutions Against the Rising Ransomware Threats in India

Synology Introduces Advanced Data Management and Security Solutions Against the Rising Ransomware Threats in India

New Delhi, 25th April 2024 – Synology, a global leader in data management and security solutions, today unveiled their new solutions and products aimed at addressing the growing challenge posed by ransomware attacks in a press briefing in New Delhi on Wednesday.

The event, along with the launch of the new advanced data management and security solutions against the rising ransomware threats in India also focused on addressing the evolving landscape of data management and security trends, particularly in the context of the Indian market.

With the enactment of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) continuing to shape data management practices for businesses in India, Synology shed light on the challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adhering to stricter data governance requirements. These include data breach notification protocols, data subject rights management, and the appointment of Data Protection Officers (DPOs) in certain cases.

In addition to addressing compliance challenges related to stricter DPDPA requirements, the event also focused on pressing cybersecurity concerns. These included recent data breaches such as the Polycab and AIIMS incidents, in which it took AIIMS more than 2 weeks to fully recover the data and operations, ransomware attacks targeting Indian businesses, and cloud security risks associated with data residency and provider trustworthiness.

A live session was also conducted demonstrating Synology’s exclusive backup solutions from the Active Backup Suite and Snapshot Replication. This showcase highlighted practical approaches, including prevention of malicious access, backup solutions addressing accidental deletion and ransomware threats, and streamlined data recovery processes. The emphasis was on the importance of a comprehensive backup strategy in combating ransomware attacks. Amongst the key highlights, three critical phases of a robust data protection process using Synology’s dedicated solutions were showcased:

Prevention for ransomware attacks:
Secure SignIn, a secure login framework designed to enhance account security of Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM), the operating system that powers every Synology NAS. This feature verifies sign-ins using multiple methods, including approved sign-ins, verification codes (OTP), and hardware security keys. By implementing these security measures, businesses can significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access and potential ransomware attacks.

Centralized data protection alleviating deployment burdens:
Active Backup for Business, an all-in-one data protection solution, was highlighted for its ability to centralize protection across diverse IT environments. This solution covers virtualized environments, physical servers, file servers, and personal computers, all powered by Synology’s award-winning DSM operating system. Synology showcased how administrators can efficiently deploy and manage data protection strategies through a centralized admin console, ensuring comprehensive backup coverage and seamless continuity of operations.

Key to effective backup: Comprehensive, streamlined data recovery:

During the demonstration, Snapshot Replication efficiently streamlined data recovery, providing robust backup capabilities against threats like accidental deletion and viruses. With a simulated ransomware attack by installing ransomware, followed by a swift data recovery conducted through Snapshot Replication, the backup solutions’ effectiveness in restoring systems to a previous state was showcased and emphasized that only a rapid, comprehensive data solution is effective for enterprises. Administrators can configure scheduled snapshots and retention settings, ensuring efficient data management and recovery, even in scenarios where ransomware attacks occur.

The comprehensive product lines from Synology were also on display, designed to meet the needs for SMBs to enterprise-level storage and data protection requirements. Among the offerings, the highlight was the newly launched flagship high-density storage server HD6500, capable of providing up to 4.8 Petabyte of storage capacity, which could serve not only a central repository for files but a backup pool for large enterprise organizations. Synology demonstrated its dedication to offering reliable, scalable, and complete solutions tailored to diverse business needs.

“Synology experienced an impressive 20% market growth last year, driven mainly by the increasing demand from SMBs and enterprises. The surge in demand for Synology’s backup solutions, exceeding 20%, can be attributed to India’s emergence as a prominent data center hub in the region. This growth has been further fueled by government initiatives encouraging businesses to allocate a greater portion of their IT budget towards security,” said Russell Chen, Country Manager at Synology SAARC region at the launch event.

“The landscape of data management and security is evolving rapidly, compelling businesses to remain ahead of the trend to ensure compliance and safeguard sensitive information.” said Russell Chen. “Our event aimed to provide insights into the latest industry trends and emerging technologies, empowering businesses with the knowledge to effectively protect their data.”

“Synology anticipates another year of substantial growth in the enterprise segment, driven by the market’s attention to new technologies and the corresponding storage and backup needs,” said Russell Chen. “We’re thrilled to announce that we have additional innovative solutions and hardware in development for later this year. Stay tuned for updates, as these upcoming releases will empower businesses to effectively navigate the evolving landscape of data challenges in the future,” he argued.

25, Apr 2024
This Sunday, Comedy Genius Shekhar Suman Graces ‘Madness Machayenge – India Ko Hasayenge’

This Sunday, Comedy Genius Shekhar Suman Graces ‘Madness Machayenge – India Ko Hasayenge’

This Sunday, Shekhar Suman will be a special guest on Sony Entertainment Television’s comedy show, ‘Madness Machayenge – India Ko Hasayenge!’With rib-tickling gags and hilarious banter, the seasoned comedians promise to make everyone laugh out loud with their impeccable comic timing!

From Gaurav Dubey leaving everyone in splits with his role as a director to Siddharth Sagar and Sugandha Mishra teaming up for the ‘Khilji Act,’ viewers are in for a fun treat! Gaurav More will be seen breathing life into Aamir Khan’s iconic character from the film ‘Rangeela’, while Hemangi Kavi plays a ‘Daily Soap Actress’ respectively. Last but not the least, Shekhar Suman, who is known for his talk shows will present a stand-up on the ordinary life of human beings and the difficulties one faces through this journey, inviting a standing ovation from one and all.

Talking about this weekend’s episode, Gaurav Dubey says, “I was rather nervous but excited as well to perform in front of the great Shekhar Suman ji. It took me back to the days when he was a judge on a show. My joy knew no bounds when he not only praised my performance but also generously acknowledged my previous work. His genuine support and willingness to aid others in their artistic endeavours is a rare trait among celebrities.”

This Sunday, tune in to ‘Madness Machayenge – India Ko Hasayenge’ at 9:30 PM only on Sony Entertainment Television!

25, Apr 2024
Internshala launches Grand Summer Internship Fair (GSIF) – 2024

Internshala launches Grand Summer Internship Fair (GSIF) - 2024

25th April 2024, New Delhi: Internshala, the career-tech platform has launched its flagship initiative, the Grand Summer Internship Fair (GSIF) – 2024. Under this initiative, the platform is bringing 50,000+ summer internship opportunities for the students of India. The interested students will be able to apply to the opportunities by 30th April 2024.

Under GSIF-2024, 5000+ companies including big brands, small and medium enterprises, and startups are hiring summer interns from various educational backgrounds. The internship seekers can choose the opportunities fitting to their interest and skill-set from a pool of over 50,000 opportunities including in-office, work-from-home, part-time, international internships, and internships with pre-placement offers.

The initiative brings summer internships across diverse profiles including but not limited to marketing, law, digital marketing, programming, video editing & making, web development, Python development, content writing, sales, human resources, business development, social media marketing, data analytics, teaching, operations, product management, graphic design, accounting, and finance.

Moreover, in addition to internship completion certificates, all the internships under GSIF-2024 come with an assured stipend. The aspiring students stand a chance to earn as high as ₹1,00,000 per month. The duration of internships could range between 2 weeks to 6 months.

On launching the Grand Summer Internship Fair, the founder and CEO of Internshala said, “It is indisputable that internships have become an integral part of a student’s career journey. While internships are being actively pursued by students across the year, the summer months remain the most sought-after time to pursue internships. Owing to this demand for summer internships, at Internshala, we bring a range of exciting summer internships under our flagship initiative – the Grand Summer Internship Fair. This year, we bring 50,000+ meaningful summer internship opportunities across various profiles and from diverse industries to cater to the internship seekers in India.”

24, Apr 2024
DSC Hosts 28th Annual Convocation, unveils ‘Maverick of the Year’ Award

New Delhi, April 24th, 2024: The Delhi School of Communication (DSC) hosted its 28th Annual Convocation ceremony, today, at Alliance Francaise, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi. The event marked the culmination of the two-year Post Graduate Diploma Programme in Communication (PGDPC) for Batch XXVIII, celebrating the student’s academic achievements and their transition into professional life. The convocation ceremony witnessed the presence of esteemed guests, including Mr. Amit Mishra, CEO of MSL South Asia, as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Chetan Mahajan, Founder & CEO, of The Mavericks was the Guest of Honor.

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In a significant move, DSC unveiled the ‘Maverick of the Year Award,’ a new accolade instituted by The Mavericks, a leading communications firm, to identify and celebrate individuals who have demonstrated remarkable proficiency in harnessing the power of communication. The award seeks to honor the best performer based on various parameters of excellence, including academic performance, internships, projects, presentations, overall discipline, and interpersonal skills.

Mr. Chetan Mahajan expressed his enthusiasm for the initiative, stating, “DSC has been at the forefront of breeding integrated thinking and blended communications approaches in its pedagogy. At Mavericks, we believe in true integration to build, grow, and sustain brand reputation. It is an absolute honour and privilege to partner with DSC in further fostering the culture of integration by strengthening the link between theory and practice and an orientation that will allow the students to future-proof their careers.”

He added, “Be overprepared for every opportunity that comes your way. Take your own path —- Be a Maverick!”.

The prestigious award entails a cash prize of Rs. 75,000, accompanied by a Certificate of Merit and an offer to join The Mavericks. It provides an exceptional opportunity for the recipient to further their professional journey.

Prof. Ramola Kumar, Dean of DSC, emphasized the institution’s dedication to exploring cutting-edge avenues of communication. “At DSC we navigate the complexities of the modern world, and we realize that it’s imperative for us to explore unconventional means of interaction and teaching technology. Communication has evolved today and represents a fascinating frontier in human connection, and we believe it deserves recognition and celebration,” she said.

During the event, graduating students were awarded certificates and recognized with various accolades, including medals and subject-specific awards.

The prestigious bronze medal went to Rwitika Ghosh, the silver medal was awarded to Rainee Kaur, and the gold was bagged by Mahek Sheikh. The Surojit Lahiri Memorial Award for Holistic Excellence went to Atharva Sardeshpande.

As DSC’s Batch XXVIII embarks on their professional journeys, the institution continues its tradition of securing placements for its graduates in premier marketing, digital marketing, media management, research, PR, and advertising agencies, further solidifying its reputation as a breeding ground for talent in the communications industry.

24, Apr 2024
&TV’s Atal celebrates a milestone of 100 Episodes

 &TV's Atal celebrates a milestone of 100 Episodes

It’s time for celebration for &TV’s Atal as the show completes its 100th episode milestone! Launched in December 2023, the show’s storyline is set against British colonial rule in India, offering insights into the formative years of former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s life. To mark this achievement, the stellar cast comprising Neha Joshi (Krishna Devi Vajpayee), Vyom Thakkar (Young Atal), Ashutosh Kulkarni (Krishan Bihari Vajpayee), Milind Dastane (Shyam Lal Vajpayee), PrachitteeAhhirrao (Vimla), among others, gathered to commemorate this joyous occasion and reflect on their remarkable journey through 100 episodes. Sharing her joy on the 100-episode completion, Neha Joshi, essaying Krishna Devi Vajpayee, says, “Completing the 100-episode mark is a big moment for us, and we are quite excited. First, thank our audience for this unwavering love and support for the show. And not to forget my co-stars and the dedicated crew behind the scenes, whose seamless coordination and hard work made it all possible. This journey has afforded me countless opportunities to delve into a spectrum of emotions as an actor, and reaching this milestone fills me with gratitude. The outpouring of affection from our audience is heartening and serves as a driving force for each of us. Recently, during our visit to Ram Mandir in Ayodhya to seek blessings for our show’s success and celebrate Ram Navami, we were humbled by the overwhelming love of our fans, who expressed their adoration for the show and its characters. We marked this celebration with our ‘Atal’ team on set, reflecting on the shared experiences that have shaped our journey together.” Vyom Thakkar, essaying Young Atal, says, “This is such a special moment for all of us! I am so happy that we have completed 100 episodes. It has been a wonderful journey, and we have become like an extended family. Congratulations to everyone for this incredible achievement!” Ashutosh Kulkarni, essaying Krishan Bihari Vajpayee, says, “My journey with Atal has been incredible. The warmth and appreciation from our audience towards my character bring me immense happiness. I consistently receive messages expressing their appreciation of our show and the characters. The collective effort of our dedicated team has made the show a success, and reaching the milestone of 100 episodes is a big moment for us. Heartiest Congratulations to everyone. We marked this special occasion with a joyful cake-cutting ceremony. Here’s to more such milestones to come!”

Watch Atal at 8:00 pm,airing every Monday to Friday only on &TV!

24, Apr 2024
Bollywood Star Aayush Sharma Graces Kolkata with His Presence at Ruslaan’s Launch

Bollywood Star Aayush Sharma Graces Kolkata with His Presence at Ruslaan's Launch

Kolkata, 24th April, 2024: Aayush Sharma, known for his captivating performances, particularly in action-packed roles, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to his fans in Kolkata for their overwhelming love and support at the city tour event of his latest film, Ruslaan.

The highly anticipated film featuring Aayush Sharma alongside an ensemble cast including Sushrii Mishraa, Jagapathi Babu, and Vidya Malvade, has been generating buzz for its gripping storyline and adrenaline-pumping action sequences. From heart-stopping chase scenes to intense combat sequences, the film promises to deliver an exhilarating experience for audiences nationwide.

During his visit to the cultural hub of Kolkata, Aayush Sharma engaged with fans at one of city’s famous mall. Immersing himself in the vibrant atmosphere of the city, he indulged in local delicacies and embraced the warmth and hospitality of Kolkata.

During his day out in Kolkata, Sharma was deeply moved by the city’s rich culture of cinema. He found himself immersed in the vibrant ambiance of Kolkata, feeling a sense of kinship with its people who share a deep-rooted passion for storytelling. From its bustling streets to its iconic landmarks, Kolkata resonated with Aayush, making him feel right at home amidst its lively atmosphere. The city’s affinity towards cinema, art, and culture left a lasting impression on him.

Produced by KK Radhamohan of Sri Sathya Sai Arts and directed by Karan L Butani, Ruslaan promises to be a spectacle that will captivate audiences with its thrilling action and heartfelt drama. As the film continues to garner attention and anticipation, Sharma remains grateful for the immense love and support from his fans in Kolkata and across the country.

Ruslaan is set to hit cinemas nationwide on April 26, 2024, promising audiences an unforgettable experience filled with action, emotion, and entertainment.

24, Apr 2024
Tata Elxsi delivers 13 percent revenue growth in FY24; EBITDA margin at 29.5 percent

Mumbai, April 24, 2024: Tata Elxsi (BSE: 500408 | NSE: TATAELXSI), amongst the world’s leading providers of design led technology services, announced its fourth quarter results for the period ending 31stMarch 2024.

Highlights of the Year Ended 31stMarch2024

  • Revenues from operations at Rs. 3,552.1 Cr, + 13.0% YoY
  • EBITDA Margin at 29.5%, PBT margin at 28.5%
  • Profit before Tax (PBT) grows 11.9% to Rs. 1048.7 Cr
  • Software Development and Services (SDS) grew by 9.3% YoY, in constant currency.
  • System Integration & Support (SIS) grew by 18.6% YoY, in constant currency.

Highlights of the Quarter Ended March 31, 2024:

  • Revenues from operations at Rs. 905.9 Cr, – 0.9% QoQ, + 8.1% YoY
  • Operating revenue growth -0.6% QoQ and +7.2% YoY on constant currency basis
  • EBITDA Margin at 28.8%; PBT at 27.9%
  • Profit Before Tax (PBT) at Rs. 262.4 Cr, +4.9% YoY

Industry Highlights for the Year Ended March 31, 2024:

  • Transportation continues to grow strongly, registering a revenue growth of 24.6% YoY, supported by deal wins in Electric, Software Defined Vehicles and OEMs
  • Healthcare delivered sustained growth of 10.8% YoY
  • Media and Communications grew 0.2% YoY in a challenging business environment for this industry

Dividend related announcement:

The Board of Directors have recommended a final dividend of 700% (Rs. 70 per equity share of par value of Rs. 10 each) for the financial year ending 31st March 2024, subject to approval by the shareholders of the company at the Annual General Meeting.

Mr. Manoj Raghavan, CEO and Managing Director, Tata Elxsi, commenting on the company’s performance in the financial year 2023-24, said:

“Financial year 2024has been a year of consistent operational performance with a revenue growth of 13% despite global macroeconomic uncertainties, and volatility in the media and communications industry over the last few quarters. We have done well to maintain industry leading EBITDA margin at 29.5% for the year, even while we continued to invest in expanding our talent base through all four quarters, with a net addition of 1535Elxsians through the year.

We had laid down a strategy of integrating our design business deeply with our key industry verticals, complementing our software and digital business with a design-led proposition. This is now complete, witha seamless end-to-end proposition from ideation to market introduction. This is enhancing our competitive differentiation, providing early visibility into customer product roadmaps, and creating larger downstream development deals. Starting with this quarter,  we are reporting this integrated view of design-digital in all three verticals, under the Software and Design Services segment (SDS).

During the financial year, our transportation business grew strongly at 24.6% YoY, and now accounts for 49.9% of our overall SDS revenues. OEMs now constitute over 56% of the transportation business, and we are now embedded into the SDV programs of 5 global OEMs. I am especially delighted with the SDV program with a global OEM we won this quarter, and the German Design Award 2024 for our work on automotive HMI, which demonstrates the world-class design-led proposition we offer to customers.

The Healthcare &Lifesciences business registered a growth of 10.8% YoY. We have established a strong foundation for continued growth, with the addition of 5 marquee customer logos in the year and expanded capabilities and platforms in new growth areas such as digital therapeutics and connected health. The Offshore Development Centrefor innovation and R&D we announced in March 2024forDräger Medical, the German headquartered leader in critical care and safety equipment, demonstrates the relevance of our technology and design expertise and deep domain capabilities for next-generation healthcare.

Our Media & Communications business grew 0.2% during the financial year. While this quarter saw a one-off impact of a deal ramp-down with a customer due to a merger, we have done well through the year to protect business, add marquee customers and increase wallet share with key customers. Even while the industry continues to experience significant reductions in discretionary spend and R&D budgets, we are placed well with our integrated design-digital offerings and investments in platforms for the future.

Our Systems Integration and Support (SIS) Business is pivoting to value-added services, innovation-led projects such as experience centres, and supporting downstream deployment and run management for our products and platforms. While Q4 revenues and growth was impacted by hardware shipment delays due to the Red Sea shipping crisis, it grew creditably by 19.0% in FY24, getting to a near 100 Crores business in this financial year.

We are transforming our customer base across industries, with a significant shift towards OEMs in the automotive industry,and operators in the media and telecom industry, while we continue to invest in deepening our key customer relationships. This is reflected in the strong growth in our Top 10 and Top 25 customers across the company.

We are continuing to invest ahead in building our talent pipeline, and are expanding our presence across locations in India and overseas. Our employee retention continues to be the best amongst our peers and industry at large.

Even as we step into the new financial year, we are pleased to announce two new members to the board. Mr. Soumitra Bhattacharya has had an illustrious corporate career especially in the automotive industrywith over 28 years with the Bosch group. He serves as Chairman of Bosch Limited, and is the Director for IFQM –  an industry-led initiative focused on Quality, Excellence, and Innovation.  Ms. AshuSuyash is a highly respected leader and served as MD and CEO of CRISIL, among leadership roles across many leading institutions. She has recently set up Colossa Ventures, an investment ecosystem for women entrepreneurs, and is an Independent Director on a few Boards including Hindustan Unilever. We look forward to leveraging the rich experience and network, industry knowledge and strategic inputs from our new directors.

I am pleased with our overall performance and resilience in revenues, margins, and customer additions through the year, in a volatile macroeconomic environment.

We are entering the new financial year with a commitment for growth, and the continued confidence in our differentiated design-led engineering capabilities. This is backed by strategic relationships we have built over years with key customers, the qualitative change in revenues towards OEMs and SDV programs, entries into new operators and marquee healthcare logos, investments in strategic technology areas and AI, and the strong deal pipeline we carry into the new financial year.”

24, Apr 2024
Sunil Chemmankotil Appointed as Country Manager of Adecco India

Sunil Chemmankotil Appointed as Country Manager of Adecco India

Bengaluru, April 24th, 2024: Adecco, the world’s leading HR solutions company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sunil Chemankotil as the new Country Manager of Adecco India.
With a career spanning over two decades of rich and diverse leadership experience in the staffing industry, Sunil brings a wealth of staffing industry experience and expertise to his new role. Sunil holds a degree as an electrical engineer and an MBA in HR and marketing.

Prior to joining Adecco India, Sunil served in various leadership capacities, including his most recent role as the CEO of the digital business at TeamLease. His tenure at TeamLease spanned nearly five years. Before he was working with TeamLease, he held significant roles at Quess Corp. Ltd., including leading the USA P&L for Brainhunter and spearheading global consulting and staffing as the business head for MFX Change Inc. Notably, Sunil’s journey in the staffing industry began at Adecco India, where he served for over seven years across diverse functions, with a focus on professional and IT staffing.

In a statement, Sapna Sood, President Adecco, APAC, said, “We are delighted to welcome Sunil Chemankotil back to the Adecco family as the new Country Manager of Adecco India. Given his extensive experience and demonstrated success in the staffing industry, we are confident that he will effectively lead our talented team in India to achieve success and growth. His leadership will further bolster our commitment to supporting our clients’ success and facilitating growth opportunities for our candidates and associates.

Sunil Chemmankotil, in response to his appointment, said, “I am excited to return to Adecco India in this new role. I look forward to collaborating with the team to spearhead innovation, deliver exceptional client service, and generate value for all stakeholders. Together, we will build upon Adecco India’s robust foundation, chart a course for sustainable growth, and continue implementing the country’s roadmap with success.”