19, Jun 2025
Gadkari Receives Collector’s Edition Books on Parrot Conservation, Gandhi’s Legacy from Ultra Media Founder
Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari was presented Collector’s Edition books on Parrot Conservation and Gandhi’s Legacy by Shri Sushilkumar Agrawal Founder Ultra Media and Mintage World
National, 19 June 2025: Shri Sushilkumar Agrawal, the Visionary CEO of Mintage World, Founder of Ultra Media and Entertainment Group, Author and a life member of the Bombay Natural History Society recently met and presented Shri Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport & Highways, with exclusive Coffee table books from Mintage World titled Endangered Parrots of the World on Stamps, Coins & Banknotes and Global Collectibles of Mahatma Gandhi through Stamps, Coins and Banknotes. “Mintage World”, is world’s first online museum dedicated to vintage and modern coins, stamps, and currency notes, promoting numismatics and philately in younger generation.
Shri Nitin Gadkari was genuinely intrigued by the concept and engaged in a detailed conversation about the countries represented in the parrot collectibles. When he asked why the book focuses exclusively on parrots, the author explained it’s just the beginning — future editions featuring other bird species are already in the pipeline. Shri Nitin Gadkari also mentioned the Mumbai roadside bird park project — a publicly announced initiative by the government, which resonates well with the book’s theme of conserving and appreciating birds. He recognized the potential synergy between the park and such collectible editions in spreading awareness about conserving endangered species and their habitats.
Endangered Parrots of the World” is being launched to celebrate the captivating beauty of these Colorful Parrots from all over the Globe. This Collectible is a unique & a rare Compilation of the various legal Coins, Stamps & Bank Notes issued by various Countries globally on the threatened & endangered species of Parrots worldwide.
It compiles, chronicles, and combines all the legal stamps, coins, and banknotes issued on threatened and endangered parrots, along with their historical and geographical importance globally. It brings to light the various serious issues faced by these adorable pets & the challenges being faced for their sustenance & conservation.
This coffee table book is a well-researched collection that was initiated by identifying endangered parrot species worldwide & determining the scope of data collection, including the period, geographic region, and types of collection. Mintage World engaged with collector communities, online forums & social media groups to source rare and unique information. They also partnered with conservation organizations to ensure the accuracy and relevance of the collection. Additionally, they collaborated with organizations specializing in stamps, coins, and banknotes to access their expertise and resources. Furthermore, Mintage World also teamed up with Bombay Natural History Society(BNHS), one of the largest non-governmental organisations in India, engaged in conservation and biodiversity research & took their support in research & statistics.
“Global Collectibles of Mahatma Gandhi through Bank Notes, Coins & Stamps” is the only book in the world which showcases & explains the various Stamps, Coins & Notes issued by 144 countries around the world on Gandhiji from 15th August 1948 . This Compilation Chronicles & combines in a sequential order along with its historical importance of all the commemorative issues printed and legally minted by different countries and post offices around the world to honour Mahatma Gandhi. Each Coin & Stamp issued in India & Globally on Mahatma Gandhi portrays a significant historical journey of him & India. Starting from the 1st Stamp issued with his figurine on India’s first Independence Day in 1948 to the 50th & 75th anniversary of Indian independence. It also showcases the 75th anniversary of Gandhi’s Dandi March & The Non Violent moment. Also collections on more than 40 countries joining hands to celebrate Gandhi’s glorious legacy of 100 & 150 years & many more
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- By Neel Achary
19, Jun 2025
Pelorus Technologies Reports 114 Percent Growth, Sets double digit target for FY 2025–26
19th, June, 2025: Pelorus Technologies, a leading homegrown provider of digital forensics, intelligence, and surveillance solutions, has reported a robust 114% year-on-year revenue growth for FY 2024–25. The milestone reflects the growing demand for cybersecurity and forensic solutions across India and positions Pelorus as a critical enabler of national digital security.
The company attributes this surge to a focused strategy anchored in three pillars—partnerships with top-tier technology providers, successful execution of large-scale turnkey projects for government bodies, and a services-led approach for law enforcement and critical infrastructure clients. One key highlight from the year includes empowering a state police department with a fully functional cyber headquarters, significantly enhancing investigative outcomes and public safety.
Building on this momentum, Pelorus has outlined its roadmap for FY 2025–26, aiming for a 25% growth in the upcoming year as part of its calibrated long-term expansion. It plans to deepen its footprint across India, strengthen alliances with global cybersecurity players, and introduce advanced offerings including AI-led forensic analytics and real-time social media monitoring.
Commenting on the achievement and the road ahead, David Arambhan: Vice President – Sales, said, “This growth reaffirms the trust that institutions have placed in our capabilities. But more importantly, it’s a sign that the digital threats facing our country require urgent, tailored, and scalable responses. At Pelorus, we are building exactly that, solutions designed for India’s unique challenges, from law enforcement to national agencies. Our vision is to make cutting-edge technology accessible where it matters the most, and our goal for the coming year is to expand our reach, enhance precision through AI, and continue supporting agencies on the frontlines of digital investigations, cyber security and big data analytics.”
The company is also channeling investments into artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain to improve the accuracy, speed, and integrity of forensic investigations, ensuring that both public and private sector clients are equipped to counter emerging cyber risks more effectively.
With a sharp focus on scalable impact, Pelorus Technologies is setting the pace for the next phase of India’s digital security ecosystem, built on innovation, trust, and national purpose.
19, Jun 2025
Fed keeps rate steady amid Global Uncertainty, Tariff Pause: A right step in the right direction: PHDCCI
The Federal Open Market Committee’s decision to maintain the federal funds rate at 4.25%-4.5% is appreciable, given the persisting geopolitical volatilities, trade uncertainties, and the US administration’s decision on a 90-day tariff pause, said Mr Hemant Jain, President, PHDCCI, in a press statement issued today.
Hemant Jain
The US is witnessing an expansion of economic activity, with the unemployment rate at low levels. Uncertainty about the economic outlook has diminished but remains elevated, said Mr Jain.
The Federal Reserve’s current stance on interest rates is commendable in light of the heightened uncertainty regarding the economic outlook; it strongly supports maximum employment and aims to return inflation to its 2% target, he said.
Looking ahead, we anticipate the Fed will continue to assess the impact of new information on the economic outlook and be ready to adjust monetary policy as necessary if risks arise, Mr. Jain said.
19, Jun 2025
iSprout launches Signature, premium workspaces solutions and GCCXprss, an enabler platform for Global Capability Centers
Hyderabad, 19 June 2025 – iSprout, a leading player in flexible managed workspaces launched its two new initiatives with a focus on high-end clientele including Global Capability Centers(GCCs).
With a growing demand for superior workspace solutions, iSprout Signature addresses this need with a luxury line of flexible, custom-designed, high-spec workspaces aligned to the requirements of leading global companies. It offers signature custom choices of fixtures, layouts and themes to provide a ready-to-move-in solution for growing companies.
With GCCXprss it will offer a one-stop platform for companies to establish and scale their GCCs in India. GCCXprss platform includes solutions to workspace, talent and operational support along with advisory services. It is also developing a partner ecosystem where specialized service providers can partner with GCCXprss to offer superior offerings.
“With iSprout Signature, we are redefining the experience for companies that expect more from a workspace, that combines elegance, luxury and comfort to provide a world class experience to top-tier companies including GCCs” – Sundari Patibandla, CEO & Co-founder iSprout
Sreeni Tirdhala, Co-founder iSprout said “iSprout has managed to grow 2.5M square feet of space across 26 centers in 8 cities. With our momentum and growing demand we are looking to double our capacity over the next 24 months”
“GCCs in India are doing USD60B revenues already and are projected to double over the next 6 years. There is a huge need and an opportunity to address this explosive growth, and that is what what GCCXprss is looking to do with a seamless enabler platform for GCCs” expressed Vijay Pasupulati, CEO, GCCXprss
19, Jun 2025
BBH India brings home a Bronze Lion for ‘Bassi vs Garnier Men Facewash’ Campaign
Mumbai, 19 June, 2025: Publicis Groupe’s creative powerhouse BBH India has earned global applause with a Bronze Lion at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2025 for Garnier L’Oréal’s campaign ‘Bassi vs Garnier Men Facewash’. BBH India bagged the Lion under the category, ‘Social & Creator Lions – Use of Humour’.
‘Bassi vs Garnier Men Facewash’ stood out for its originality, and relevance in a fast-evolving digital landscape. The campaign kickstarted as BBH India turned the brand’s biggest sceptic, Anubhav Singh Bassi into a believer.
The campaign drove participation and support from over 100 Indian comedians, including Harsh Gujral, and brought a humorous and culturally grounded take on men’s grooming, challenging outdated norms with sharp, everyday relatability. It culminated with Garnier Men’s brand ambassador, John Abraham washing Bassi’s face in an ad film. The film joked about the freshness and the cooling sensation in the face wash which were a part of Bassi’s standup act and ongoing jokes on face washes. The campaign effortlessly blended storytelling with a fresh perspective, with wit and agile creative thinking taking centre stage.
Speaking on the milestone win, Parikshit Bhattaccharya, CCO, BBH India, said, “Bassi Vs Men’s Face Wash is an iconic campaign. One that started on social and ended up on broadcast. With all the attention the work has already garnered for the brand, a Cannes Lions metal is a great cherry on top. We couldn’t be happier for the teams at BBH and Garnier.”
19, Jun 2025
Keysight Introduces Smart Bench Essentials Plus, Delivering Precision and Reliability
June 19, 2025: Keysight Technologies, Inc. introduces its Smart Bench Essentials Plus, a next-generation portfolio of core bench instruments designed to deliver improved precision and reliability. The new portfolio includes Keysight’s power supply, waveform generator, digital multimeter, and oscilloscope, advanced instruments that are comprehensively tested to meet and exceed industry and safety standards, such as ISO/IEC17025, IEC61010, and CSA.
Electronic designs are increasingly complex, with additional input and output variables, strict interoperability requirements, and rigorous conformance standards. This complexity means basic bench instruments must deliver improved power, expanded channel capacity, and enhanced precision. Development engineers rely on tools to deliver this, in order to perform numerous daily measurements that will enable them to quickly draw meaningful insights and make decisions based on precise measurements.
The new Keysight Smart Bench Essentials Plus meets this challenge with accurate and precise digital multimeters, high signal integrity waveform generators, reliable and responsive DC power supplies, and a very low noise floor oscilloscope. The solutions are designed for lower noise performance, suitable for development engineers who need to design, test, troubleshoot, and qualify electronics designs.
Key benefits of Smart Bench Essential Plus include:
Minimized measurement errors and precise results: Powered by Keysight Truevolt technology, the new solutions reduce errors from real world factors, delivering improved insights. In addition, the custom ASIC and 14-bit ADC deliver precision and low-noise performance measurements.
Ensure product quality and compliance: The test instruments are designed and rigorously tested to meet ISO/IEC 17025, IEC61010, and CSA international standards to ensure engineers can develop quality products with precision and reliability.
Improved productivity: Features visually intuitive, color-coordinated interfaces and standardized menus for ease of use. Built-in graphical charting tools simplify visualization and analysis of test results, while including software streamlines configuration, control, and automation to improve validation time.
Carol Leh, Vice President, Electronic Industrial Solutions Group Center of Excellence at Keysight, said: “R&D engineers face increasing complexity, requiring not only more accurate insights, but tools which can streamline workflows. At Keysight we have thoughtfully designed an integrated solution that can meet this demand, with automation at the core, providing ease of use and shorter time to value. This elevated set of instruments, equipped with proven pro-level measurement technologies, delivers precision and reliability, helping our customers to develop quality products faster.”
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18, Jun 2025
G-SHOCK unveils bold new campaign with Vicky Kaushal, celebrating GenZ’s spirit of resilience
New Delhi,18th June 2025: G-SHOCK, the trailblazing watch brand from Casio, has launched a powerful new campaign with their brand ambassador actor Vicky Kaushal, building on the brand’s signature message — Rise Above the Shocks. Focused on G-SHOCK’s iconic styles, the campaign champions a new generation that redefines what it means to be tough.
G-SHOCK’s legacy has always been rooted in innovation, endurance, and self-expression, creating a cultural revolution with its ever-evolving designs and product developments. Through this campaign, the brand shifts the spotlight onto a more personal, inner kind of resilience — one that defines today’s youth as they face expectations, setbacks, and the pressure to conform. In a world that often questions their strength, they continue to push forward on their own terms.
Leading the campaign is the DW-5000R, a tribute to the very first G-SHOCK that sparked a global movement, now reimagined for today. Its instantly recognisable square face, rugged resin build, and unmistakable street-ready aesthetic make it a statement piece for those who live by their code. Alongside it, styles like the GA-2100, DW-5600, and GA-110 showcase the iconic toughness of G-SHOCK’s design language — each one a wearable symbol of resilience, creativity, and identity.
Speaking about the campaign, Takuto Kimura, Managing Director of Casio India said,
“With ‘Rise Above the Shocks’, we’re celebrating a generation that is raw, unapologetic and fearless, for whom G-SHOCK is a reflection of this very mindset. This campaign reflects how today’s youth are rewriting what it means to be tough with authenticity, boldness, and style. We are elated to have powerhouse Vicky Kaushal embodying the spirit and vision of this generation, resonating with a powerful message of never giving up and the power of sheer perseverance.”G-SHOCK brand ambassador and actor Vicky Kaushal added, “There is strength in silence and power in perseverance. ‘Rise Above the Shocks’ is for everyone who’s had the resilience and will to rise above the hardest blows that life has thrown at them, and have a ‘Never Give Up outlook in life’. That’s what G-SHOCK represents, and I’m proud to be part of that such brand story.”
The creation of the project was undertaken in partnership with Method Productions, led by avid producer Ravneet Mahajan and visionary director John Fredrick Peter, who sought to strike a balance between the right level of grit and storytelling for a new age audience, focusing on the core values of what it means to be tough in the current day context.
With a continued focus on India’s Gen Z and millennial audiences, G-SHOCK’s latest campaign reinforces its deep connection with a loyal community while inviting a new generation to wear their resilience on their wrist with some of its most iconic model lineups which are a rage globally
18, Jun 2025
ASSOCHAM, Primus Unveil AI-Led Manufacturing Report at Odisha Conclave 2025
18th June 2025 The ASSOCHAM–Odisha State Development Council, in collaboration with strategy consulting firm Primus Partners, released a pioneering report titled “AI-Driven Manufacturing: Innovation, Efficiency & Sustainable Growth” at the Odisha Manufacturing Conclave 2025.
The report provides an all-inclusive analysis of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the manufacturing sector globally and in India, enhancing productivity, operational efficiency, sustainability, and resilience across key industries such as steel, mining, green energy, logistics, and infrastructure.
Key Highlights of the Report:
- Sectoral transformation: Real-world case studies from Odisha and beyond on how AI is driving predictive maintenance, quality control, smart logistics, and intelligent automation.
- Odisha at the forefront: The state’s AI-first approach, including the Odisha AI Policy 2025 and the Odisha AI Mission, positions it as a national model for AI integration across core industrial sectors.
- Global competitiveness through ESG: AI’s role in enabling responsible manufacturing—reducing emissions, optimizing energy use, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Public-private partnerships: A call to strengthen collaboration between government, industry, academia, and startups to foster scalable and ethical AI deployment.
- Future-ready workforce: Strategic emphasis on AI-integrated skilling and capacity building, particularly in MSME clusters and technical institutions.
The Odisha Manufacturing Conclave 2025 served as the official launch platform for the report, bringing together senior government officials, industry leaders, policy experts, innovators, and academic institutions. The event facilitated high-level dialogue on India’s readiness to embrace AI-led industrial transformation, with Odisha showcased as a key accelerator in driving intelligent, inclusive, and sustainable manufacturing.
AI is not just optimizing manufacturing—it’s redefining it. Globally, AI-driven factories have achieved up to 40% productivity gains and 90% defect detection accuracy. As India embraces Industry 4.0, Odisha stands uniquely positioned with 41.2 MTPA steel capacity, 55% of India’s iron ore output, and a robust digital ecosystem. This report outlines how Odisha can lead India’s AI-led industrial leap, balancing innovation with sustainability and making ‘Made in India’ globally competitive and future-ready,” said Mr. Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, Chairman, Odisha State Development Council, ASSOCHAM.
“Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping global manufacturing, with over 80% of manufacturers already adopting AI across operations. Studies show AI can reduce defects by 66%, cut material costs by 12.5%, and speed up production cycles by 20%. Odisha, with its proactive AI policy and sectoral pilots, is leading from the front. The state’s industrial base, combined with digital readiness, presents a compelling opportunity to create globally competitive, ESG-aligned manufacturing hubs. This report offers a practical roadmap to harness AI for economic growth, sustainability, and resilience—especially for MSMEs, which stand to gain the most from targeted skilling, infrastructure support, and innovation partnerships,” added Mr. Kanishk Maheshwari, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Primus Partners.
As India charts its course through the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Odisha’s proactive policies, sectoral strengths, and digital ambition position it as a frontrunner in shaping the future of smart manufacturing. The insights and recommendations in the report aim to guide stakeholders across the ecosystem in building a resilient, tech-enabled, and globally competitive manufacturing landscape.
18, Jun 2025
Galaxy M36 5G, with Segment-Leading Features, is Set to Launch in India Soon
Bengaluru, India – June 18, 2025: Samsung, India’s largest consumer electronics brand, is all set to expand its popular Galaxy M series portfolio with the launch of the Galaxy M36 5G. The Galaxy M series, introduced in 2019, is made in India and made for India.
Designed for young consumers, the Galaxy M36 5G will offer an impressive combination of style and cutting-edge innovations and will be priced under INR 20000.
Galaxy M36 5G will feature an all-new design with a refreshed colour palette and enhanced finish, making it visually appealing and trendy. It will be sleek and extremely lightweight.
Galaxy M36 5G will debut with segment-leading and advanced AI features, unlocking new possibilities for every Indian consumer. With the launch of the Galaxy M36 5G, Samsung aims to further consolidate its market leadership.
18, Jun 2025
C5i Launches AI Impact Model to Optimize ROI from Enterprise AI Investments
Ajit Sivadasan, President and Global Head of Ecommerce at Lenovo, said: “We have always been at the cutting edge of leveraging data and technology. We have a long list of AI program opportunities, and we will leverage the AI impact model to prioritize within that list to optimize business impact.” Sivadasan highlighted how this powerful approach helps prioritize and optimize AI investments for maximum ROI.Ashwin Mittal, Executive Chairman of C5i commented: At C5i, we’re all about driving business impact for clients. For organizations investing in AI, there is a huge promise of organizational value but, in practice, business impact is hard and one doesn’t always get the impact they expect. Also, organizational time and resources are limited, so leaders need a dependable way to prioritize their AI investments from hundreds of use cases. The AI Impact Model goes beyond prioritization to also prescribe steps to enhance business impact from selected programs.”
Dr. Mohanbir Sawhney, Clinical Professor of Marketing and Director of the Center for Research in Technology & Innovation at Kellogg School of Management and co-creator of the model, said: “While companies are still experimenting with AI, they can afford to be explorative, but when you want to deploy AI at scale, you do need to think more carefully about returns and causal drivers of impact. The time has come to move beyond proof-of-concept and get serious about driving tangible value from enterprise-grade AI. The AI Impact Model assesses the impact of AI, generative AI, and agentic AI on business growth, productivity, and innovation in diverse organizational contexts, and helps business leaders to unlock value at scale by prioritizing their investments.”
