20, Aug 2025
JSW MG Motor India Expands Footprint in Kerala with New Dealership in Muvattupuzha
Muvattupuzha, August 20, 2025: JSW MG Motor India, committed to enhancing accessibility to advanced automotive technologies and futuristic products, proudly inaugurated its new 3S showroom in Muvattupuzha, Kerala today. Strategically located at NH 49, Sangamo Junction, Kadathy, this state-of-the-art facility offers Sales, Service, and Spare parts, catering to car buyers in and around of Muvattupuzha. Customers can enjoy an immersive experience through a digital configurator for personalized vehicle selection and benefit from an in-house EV charging station, reinforcing MG’s commitment to sustainable mobility and customer convenience.
Commenting on the occasion, Anurag Mehrotra, Managing Director, JSW MG Motor India, said; “We are thrilled to expand our footprint in Kerala, a key market that continues to show robust growth, particularly from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. To meet the rising demand from these regions, our newly launched showroom in Muvattupuzha is set to play a pivotal role in bringing MG’s cutting-edge, technology-driven vehicles closer to our customers. This strategic expansion not only enhances accessibility but also underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering a seamless sales and aftersales experience, with a customer-first approach at its core.”
Speaking at the inauguration, Nirav Modi, Dealer Principal, MG Muvattupuzha, said; “We are proud to collaborate with JSW MG Motor India to bring the brand closer to car buyers in Muvattupuzha. With MG’s future-ready product portfolio, a strong focus on customer-centricity, and our proven expertise in sales and aftersales services, we are confident in delivering a premium ownership experience to customers across the region. This partnership marks a significant step in making innovative mobility solutions more accessible and reinforces our shared commitment to excellence.”
JSW MG Motor India now spans over 90% of India’s geographical footprint, with a robust network of over 543 sales and aftersales touchpoints across 270 cities. This expansive reach is a testament to the brand’s commitment to making advanced mobility solutions more accessible to customers nationwide.
To ensure seamless support, service centres are strategically located within a 15-kilometre radius, enabling customer assistance within just 30 minutes across most regions of India. This infrastructure reinforces JSW MG Motor India’s customer-first philosophy and its dedication to delivering a superior ownership experience.
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20, Aug 2025
Honda Establishes New Subsidiary in India for Retail Financing Services
India, 2025 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) today announced the recent establishment of a new company in India, Honda Finance India Private Ltd., (“Honda Finance India”) that will offer customers retail sales financing services including loans and lease sales options for Honda products in India.
In India, where further growth of the motorcycle and automobile markets is expected, the number of customers using loans to purchase motorcycles and cars is also expected to increase. Until now, retail sales financing services in the Indian market have mainly been provided by local financial institutions. However, in light of market trends, Honda will further strengthen its business in India by offering its own sales financing services through a local subsidiary in India.
Honda Finance India Private Ltd. will apply for a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) license to conduct financial services business in India. After obtaining the license, the company will begin offering retail sales financing services to help customers finance their purchase of motorcycles, automobiles and services provided by Honda.
Financial services business has been one of the main business areas of Honda, and the company has established local subsidiaries specializing in retail sales financing services in Japan and various countries in key regions such as North America, and Europe. With the establishment of the new company, India became the ninth country where Honda has a local subsidiary to offer financial services.
Honda will work to establish long-term relationships with customers by offering flexible financial services tailored to the specific needs of customers in each region. Moreover, in anticipation of the global expansion of software-defined vehicle (SDV) sales in the future, Honda is looking into opportunities to offer new financial services designed to increase customer satisfaction and the value of the customer experience using various data from Honda SDVs. With such new services, Honda will further strengthen its financial services business not only in India but across the globe.
20, Aug 2025
Higher Education Institutes in India lack in Gender Diversity
By – Kalpesh Banker, Managing Partner at EduShine Search Partner
The higher education scenario in India today is at a Crossroads. While employment generation, competency mapping, and entrepreneurship development are critical, equally pressing is the need to have more women in leadership positions. A survey conducted by EduShine Search Partners found that out of 1352 HEIs in India including IITs, IIMs, public, private, and deemed universities, only 152 are headed by women. This translates into an abysmally low ratio of 11.24%, clearly underlining the lack of gender diversity in the leadership positions in HEIs.
The low participation of females in HEIs indicates the structural flaw and deep bias that continues to run into our society. In a similar survey in 2021, EduShine found the ratio of female participation in the leadership position at 9.56%. The current survey shows an increase of around 2% although at 11.24%, even today much is left to be desired. Especially when one starts making comparisons. In the US, UK, and Australia, 25% of the women head the HEIs with Brazil standing out at an exceptional ratio of 47.3%. Just so you know, around 25% of the world’s top 200 universities are headed by women.
Deliberating on the reason behind this low participation ratio, Kalpesh Banker, Managing Partner at EduShine Search Partners says, “There is a pressing need to undertaker structural reforms and project their success stories so that next-gen get inspired to achieve excellence in the field of education,”
One bright spot in the results of the survey is the performance of the Government Institutions. Central Universities with 14.04% women leaders outperformed deemed universities (13.76%) and state public universities (13.2%). The performance of private Universities is just about average (9.18%) while Institutes of National Importance (INI) are stacked at the bottom with 8.53%.
The worrisome statistic from the survey is the complete absence of women’s leadership in the technical domain – not even a single IIT is headed by a women leader. The scenario is not very different in the case of premier management institutes with only 2 out of 21 IIMs headed by the women. Similarly, only 1 has women at the helm of the affairs when it comes to AIIMS which are total 15 in the country.
“The low enrollment of women in technical education explains the complete absence of women leadership in technical institutes,” Kalpesh reasons, “this explains that out of 120 IITs, IIITs, NITs, and IISER, only 2 (1 NIT and 1 IIIT) are headed by women.”
A multi-pronged approach is required to increase the women leaders ratio in HEIs in India. This entails combining policy measures with socioeconomic reforms to push for enriching the diversity at top leadership positions. Summarily, the time has come to join the forces and put in decisive efforts so that gender diversity in HEIs in India reaches a respectable figure.
20, Aug 2025
The Art of Not Shouting: Dressing with Intention
The Art of Not Shouting: Dressing with Intention
How Pleyne Redefines Presence in the Age of Excess
In a market driven by volume and visibility, Pleyne makes space for something rarer: the power of presence without performance.
Jaipur – Before you are seen, you are felt. Pleyne begins there—in the pause before the room turns, in the quiet confidence that does not seek validation. In a world that thrives on spectacle, Pleyne offers stillness. It does not compete. It does not declare. It endures.
This is not fashion for the moment—it is dressing for the man you already are, and who you are still becoming.
Clarity, Cut to Form
At Pleyne, restraint is not the absence of design—it is the result of discipline. Every line is considered. Every detail, refined. Logos are deliberately absent. Noise has no seat at the table. The garments do not ask to be seen; they wait to be noticed.
“We’re not interested in noise,” says Chirag Sogani, the founder of Pleyne. “We are interested in the pause. The way fabric follows you. The way the right sleeve placement can say more than any label. That is where the value is—in the quiet details.”
A collar that rests clean against the neck. A shoulder seam that falls with precision, not pressure. These subtleties anchor the presence of every garment.
Tailored with Intention
Each Pleyne piece is produced in limited numbers. Fabrics are selected not for trends, but for time—for how they feel after twenty wears, how they breathe in heat, how they soften to the rhythm of the body.
Silhouettes are inspired by clarity in Tokyo, structure in Milan, and flow in India. The result: clothing that moves with ease, without ever losing shape or substance.
A Space to Breathe
Pleyne offers an invitation to slow down. To reconnect with your own pace. Here, there are no chaotic collections or racks of redundancy. There is light, space, and quiet. Garments are placed, not packed. Time is given, not taken.
“This is for people who know themselves,” says Sogani. “Our clients are not trying to impress anyone. They have done the work. Now they want their wardrobe to reflect that.”
Built to Stay
Pleyne does not follow fashion calendars. It does not offer ‘newness’ for the sake of it. Instead, it presents carefully timed releases—pieces designed to remain relevant not just for seasons, but for years. They are made to live with you, not replace themselves.
“We aren’t in the business of replacement,” Sogani says. “We are here to offer clothing that becomes part of your rhythm. Something you reach for without hesitation. And feel more like yourself when you do.”
The Statement Is the Stillness
Pleyne is for those who understand that presence does not require volume. That attention earned in silence carries the most weight. These are not clothes built to impress others. They are made to reflect something more enduring: self-assurance.
They do not wear you. They reveal you.
20, Aug 2025
Paytm Founder to Appear on The Great Indian Kapil Show After Making Company Fully Indian and Profitable
Mumbai, 20th August 2025: Paytm founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma will feature on The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix, with the episode airing on 23rd August. The trailer for the episode dropped today as part of the latest telecast, confirming Sharma’s first-ever Netflix appearance.
The appearance comes shortly after Paytm transitioned to full Indian ownership and returned to profitability, a development that industry watchers describe as a defining moment for the fintech major.
This milestone follows Paytm Payments Services Ltd. (PPSL) receiving in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India to operate as a Payment Aggregator, a key regulatory nod for the company’s long-term growth.
Market observers note that Paytm remains India’s largest merchant payments platform for enterprises and MSMEs, with leadership in QR code payments, soundbox devices, and card machines, supported by a vast merchant network. Analysts widely credit Sharma with pioneering mobile payments in India, enabling millions of small businesses, street vendors, and large enterprises to accept digital transactions seamlessly.
Earlier this year, Sharma voluntarily surrendered shares worth approximately ₹492 crore to SEBI as part of a settlement, a move that underscored his commitment to resolving regulatory matters and ensuring compliance-first operations.
Sources tracking Paytm say the company’s recent turnaround reflects Sharma’s resilience and sharpened focus on compliance while driving innovation in payment solutions.
Industry analysts summed it up: “This is a symbolic moment — the founder who taught India how to make mobile payments is now celebrating the company’s revival and future growth on a platform that reaches millions of Indians.”
The Netflix episode is expected to highlight Sharma’s entrepreneurial journey and Paytm’s pivotal role in shaping India’s digital payments landscape. Observers say the timing underscores the brand’s renewed growth cycle, projecting confidence and reinforcing Paytm’s deep connection with its core audience.
20, Aug 2025
Building a Self-Reliant India Through Lithium Technology: Transforming Residential and Commercial Power Backup
By Chirag Chawla, Founder & CEO, Electrent Energy
India’s journey toward energy self-reliance is gaining momentum, with lithium-based technologies playing a pivotal role. Frequent power outages, voltage fluctuations, and growing electricity demand have highlighted the need for reliable backup systems across both homes and commercial spaces. As a result, lithium-ion batteries are increasingly being adopted for their efficiency, durability, and compatibility with clean energy sources.
While traditionally associated with electric vehicles, lithium batteries are now making inroads into residential and commercial power storage—offering an alternative to conventional lead-acid systems. This transition supports broader national goals of sustainability, energy independence, and local innovation.
The Shift from Traditional to Modern Backup Systems
Lead-acid batteries have long been the standard for inverter-based power backup in Indian households and businesses. However, they come with several limitations—shorter lifespan, larger size and weight, slower charging times, and regular maintenance requirements.
In contrast, lithium-ion batteries offer:
• Longer life cycles
• Higher energy density, resulting in smaller and lighter systems
• Faster charging capabilities
• Better thermal stability and overall safety
• Greater efficiency, with charge-discharge rates more than 95%
For homes, these advantages mean less space is needed for backup systems, and appliances can run longer during outages. In commercial environments, this translates to reduced downtime, lower maintenance, and improved operational reliability.
Market Trends and Growing Demand
India’s demand for lithium-ion batteries is growing at a rapid pace. According to market research, the domestic lithium-ion battery market was valued at $5.78 billion in 2025, and it is projected to exceed $16 billion by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 22%.
While the electric vehicle (EV) sector is a major consumer, the stationary energy storage segment which includes inverter backup systems for homes and businesses is also expanding. Increasing awareness, unreliable grid conditions, and the popularity of solar power are driving this growth in non-automotive applications.
Another forecast suggests that by 2030, India’s total lithium-ion battery demand could reach 115 GWh, with around 14% CAGR projected for stationary use cases. This includes power backup in residences, offices, shops, hospitals, and small-scale industries.
Policy Support and Domestic Manufacturing
India’s government has introduced several initiatives to boost domestic battery production and reduce dependence on imports. Among them, the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme stands out as a key driver, incentivizing large-scale manufacturing of advanced chemistry cells, including lithium-ion batteries.
In addition to incentives, the government has also rationalized import duties on battery components and supported the development of battery parks and R&D facilities. These steps are expected to reduce production costs, increase availability, and improve supply chain resilience over time.
Cost and Accessibility
One of the biggest concerns about lithium-ion technology has been its cost. However, prices have dropped significantly in recent years due to technological improvements, economies of scale, and increased competition.
Today, lithium battery backup systems cost nearly the same as lead-acid batteries, and in some cases, even less while still offering a far lower total cost of ownership This is due to:
• Reduced maintenance
• Longer product life
• Higher efficiency
• Lower replacement frequency
As domestic manufacturing scales up and competition increases, lithium-based solutions are becoming more accessible to both urban and rural users. Households benefit from consistent lighting and appliance use, while businesses gain more dependable operational continuity.
Environmental Benefits and Recycling Efforts
In addition to reliability and efficiency, lithium technology supports India’s environmental goals. These batteries:
• Do not contain toxic metals like lead or cadmium
• Are more energy-efficient, reducing greenhouse gas emissions
• Have smaller environmental footprints due to longer lifespan and compact design
Furthermore, battery recycling is an emerging area of focus. Recycling not only helps recover valuable materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel but also reduces the environmental impact of battery disposal.
Industry experts estimate that India’s lithium-ion battery recycling market could quadruple by 2030, supported by government policies and industry partnerships. These developments could reduce raw material imports and enhance India’s resource independence.
Integration with Renewable Energy
Lithium batteries are highly compatible with solar energy systems. Across India, more homes and commercial units are installing rooftop solar panels paired with lithium storage. This integration allows users to store solar power during the day and use it during power cuts or at night.
Such systems not only reduce electricity bills but also lessen dependence on the central grid, contributing to national renewable energy targets. Moreover, in regions with frequent outages or no grid access, solar-plus-storage setups offer an efficient alternative to diesel generators.
Challenges Ahead
Despite promising growth, the lithium battery sector in India still faces several challenges:
• Limited domestic reserves of lithium mean raw materials must be imported.
• High upfront costs may deter low-income users.
• Recycling infrastructure, while growing, is still in its early stages.
Addressing these issues will require continued investment, policy clarity, and innovation. Public-private collaborations, research into alternative battery chemistries, and improvements in collection and recycling logistics will be crucial in overcoming these hurdles.
Lithium battery technology is steadily transforming how power is stored and used in India. From homes to businesses, these systems are helping address longstanding issues related to power reliability, cost, and sustainability.
As India strives to become more energy independent, lithium-based backup systems—supported by strong policy frameworks, growing local manufacturing, and expanding recycling networks—are expected to play a vital role.
By enabling reliable, cleaner, and smarter energy solutions, lithium technology is not just reshaping the power backup landscape—it is also contributing meaningfully to India’s broader goals of self-reliance and environmental responsibility.
20, Aug 2025
Mindful Warriors: Challenges of Teaching Yoga for Armed Force
By – Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, Author, Columnist, Founder – Akshar Yoga Kendraa
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In an age where warfare has extended beyond physical battlefields into mental and emotional terrains, yoga has emerged as a powerful tool for resilience. Around the world, military institutions are increasingly embracing yogic practices to build physical endurance, mental clarity, emotional regulation, and spiritual calm. However, while the benefits are widely acknowledged, integrating yoga into the rigid frameworks of armed forces is far from seamless. The journey of teaching yoga to soldiers is paved with unique challenges—ranging from cultural resistance and logistical constraints to psychological readiness and institutional mindset.
A Warrior’s Paradox: Strength vs. Stillness
At the heart of the challenge lies a fundamental paradox. Armed forces are built on action, discipline, aggression, and combat-readiness. Yoga, in contrast, is rooted in stillness, surrender, breath control, and inner awareness. This dichotomy can lead to skepticism among military personnel who may initially perceive yoga as too “soft” or passive to fit the demands of a high-intensity combat environment.
Convincing soldiers—trained to respond to external threats with force—to engage in introspective practices like meditation or pranayama (breath control) often requires cultural reorientation. The language used by yoga instructors needs to be adapted: terms like “vital capacity,” “neuromuscular coordination,” and “mental agility” resonate better than “chakra balancing” or “emotional release.”
Breaking the Stigma
Another major hurdle is stigma. In many military cultures, particularly those dominated by traditional notions of masculinity, admitting to stress, trauma, or anxiety is taboo. Yoga, often linked with healing and emotional expression, may be associated with vulnerability—something not easily embraced in uniform.
Moreover, when yoga is introduced as a “therapy,” it can subtly imply weakness or injury, deterring otherwise healthy soldiers from participation. Progressive instructors now frame yoga not as a corrective but as a performance enhancer—a way to optimize alertness, reduce recovery time, and sharpen decision-making under pressure.
Structural and Logistical Constraints
The rigid schedules of military life leave little room for sustained wellness programs. Unlike civilians who may attend hour-long yoga classes in serene studios, soldiers operate in high-intensity, time-constrained environments. Designing short, effective modules that can be integrated into existing routines is a necessity.
Additionally, in deployment zones or remote outposts, access to trained yoga instructors and suitable spaces is severely limited. Noise, weather, terrain, and operational unpredictability make it difficult to maintain consistency. In such cases, mobile yoga kits, audio-guided practices, or peer-led sessions have shown promise.
Psychological Readiness and Trauma Sensitivity
Military personnel often carry deep psychological scars—from PTSD to survivor’s guilt. Yoga, especially meditation and breathwork, can stir repressed emotions to the surface. Without trauma-sensitive approaches, such experiences can overwhelm rather than heal.
Instructors must be trained not only in asana but also in military psychology and trauma-informed methods. Practices like Yoga Nidra (yogic sleep), which foster deep relaxation without intense emotional excavation, are proving to be particularly effective in such contexts.
Cultural Adaptation and Global Perspectives
Different countries have embraced yoga in diverse ways. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs supports yoga as part of integrative therapy for PTSD. In India, the Armed Forces Medical Services has officially included yoga in rehabilitation protocols. Israel, Australia, and parts of Europe are experimenting with mindfulness-based interventions in military bootcamps.
Each cultural context brings unique sensitivities—religious perceptions of yoga, gender dynamics, or secular mandates in state-run defense institutions. A one-size-fits-all approach does not work.
Breathing Into the Battlefield
Teaching yoga to soldiers is not about making warriors soft—it is about making them smarter, more adaptable, and more humane. It is about giving them tools not just to survive external wars, but to navigate internal ones with grace. While the challenges are many, the transformation yoga offers—when delivered with cultural intelligence, psychological sensitivity, and strategic design—is nothing short of revolutionary.
In the words of a decorated officer turned yoga ambassador, “We train to win wars. But yoga teaches us how to win peace within.”
20, Aug 2025
IIT Roorkee Launches India’s First GenAI-Powered Cybersecurity Program for Modern Defenders
National, August 20th 2025: In a landmark move to future-proof India’s cybersecurity talent, the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), in collaboration with Futurense, has launched the PG Certificate in AI/GenAI Powered Cybersecurity, India’s first cybersecurity program purpose-built for GenAI-powered threat landscapes.
This 9-month hybrid program, starting October 18, 2025, addresses the growing AI threat vector in cybersecurity. As deepfakes, AI-authored phishing, LLM exploits, and SOC automation redefine the industry, defenders must now fight intelligence with intelligence.
“Cybersecurity today is no longer about protecting networks; it’s more about defending algorithms, AI systems, and cloud pipelines. This program is designed to prepare professionals for exactly that,” said Dr. Gaurav Nayak, Assistant Professor at the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, IIT Roorkee.
“As GenAI reshapes every layer of the digital stack, the need for security professionals who can govern, simulate, and secure AI-native systems is critical. We built this program to close that gap,” added Dr. Raghavendra Rohit, Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Roorkee
“AI is already rewriting the rules of cybersecurity. This program is built to ensure Indian professionals aren’t just reacting; they’re leading the charge,” said Raghav Gupta, Founder & CEO of Futurense. “With IIT Roorkee’s academic rigor and Futurense Leadership Council’s industry mentorship, we’re creating defenders who can secure the future, not just chase it.”
20, Aug 2025
Telangana Emerges as Global Life Sciences Hub with INR 54,000 Cr Investment
Telangana Emerging as Global Life Sciences Powerhouse with an investment of over ₹ 54,000 Crore since 2024
Hyderabad, India August 20th 2025: Telangana has reaffirmed its global leadership in life sciences, with investments surpassing ₹54,000 Crore in the past year alone, and the city is now ranked among the top 7 life sciences clusters globally (only Indian city). Backed by robust policy support, industry-friendly infrastructure, and strategic partnerships, the state has attracted over ₹54,000 Crore in cumulative investments across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, cell and gene therapy, medical devices, vaccines, and digital health since formation of the new Government. These investments will result in potential employment generation of more than 2 lakh jobs by leading global and Indian enterprises in areas such as sterile injectables, biosimilars, biologics, AI/ML and advanced healthcare services. Driven by a vision to position itself as the life sciences capital of Asia the state has been a catalyst of growth by providing the best intellectual and infrastructure support to corporates looking for strategic investment in India.
These progress of the life sciences sector was formally reviewed at the Board Meeting of Telangana Life Sciences held today under the chairmanship of Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Industries & Commerce, Electronics & Communications, and Legislative Affairs. Special Chief Secretary Mr. Sanjay Kumar IAS, VC&MD TGIIC Mr. Shashanka IAS, CEO of Telangana Lifesciences Mr. Shakthi M. Nagappan, Chairman of DRL Mr. Satish Reddy, Chairman of Laurus Labs Mr. Satya Chava, among others attended the meeting.
According to Mr. D Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs in the state of Telangana. “Telangana has emerged as a global epicentre for innovation-led life sciences and is now home to over 2000 Life Sciences Companies. The progress made in the last year reflects our strategic commitment to creating a future-ready, knowledge-driven ecosystem. Hyderabad’s emergence as one of the Top 7 global life sciences clusters is a direct outcome of Telangana’s progressive policies, robust infrastructure, and talent-rich ecosystem. This is a result of our focussed efforts and I take this opportunity to congratulate our team on the significant growth”.
During the review, the Hon’ble Minister also directed that the proposed Life Sciences University be developed in a world-class manner as the Telangana School of Life Sciences, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. This initiative is envisioned to become a premier institution fostering cutting-edge research, innovation, and talent development, thereby strengthening Telangana’s position as a global leader in life sciences.
Telangana life sciences ecosystem is valued at over $ 80 billion and it is the only region in the world to host more than 250 USFDA approved sites. The city has over 20+ Life Sciences and MedTech Incubators fostering R&D and innovation in next generation technologies. Hyderabad offers world class talent for Research, Manufacturing and Innovation supported by best-in-class industry infrastructure. It has been the Government’s endeavour to facilitate strategic investments in the state by laying down favourable government policies and incentives for both National and International corporations. Telangana also offers the right bandwidth of talent with over 40 National Research and Academic Institutions providing the required resources to fuel the sectors growth.
Mr. Shakthi Nagappan, CEO, Telangana Lifesciences said” Hyderabad has now become home to 8 of the top 10 big pharma companies, and we are well on the way to making it 10 out 10 under the leadership of Hon’ble CM and Hon’ble Minister (I&C). As part of the board meeting, Hon’ble Minister reviewed the plans for upgradation of Genome Valley and medtech park, etc. The Board assessed the sharp rise in investments, the growth of Hyderabad’s global standing, and the state’s progress toward becoming a $250 billion life sciences economy by 2030. Board also reviewed the draft of the upcoming Telangana Life Sciences Policy, which aims to catalyze sectoral expansion through incentives, talent development, infrastructure, and sustainability initiatives.
19, Aug 2025
KC GlobEd Partners with Aptech Limited to Scale Global Finance Education Across India and Beyond
New Delhi 19th August: KC GlobEd, one of India’s most trusted platforms for international finance education, has entered into a strategic partnership with Aptech Limited, a publicly listed EdTech leader. The two organisations formalised their collaboration through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant milestone for the edtech veterans to make global finance education more accessible, structured, and outcome-driven.
KC GlobEd has built a reputation for its integrated approach to finance education. Its model combines AI-powered learning, real-time analytics, expert-led classes, and structured mentorship to ensure learners are both exam-ready and industry-prepared. The platform’s curated study plans, updated content aligned with global exam blueprints, mock tests, doubt-clearing sessions, and personalised academic guidance have already supported thousands of aspirants worldwide. Through this partnership, these strengths will now be amplified by Aptech’s expansive network and institutional presence. With Aptech’s reach across IT, aviation, preschool, media, and education, KC GlobEd’s learner-first approach gains the distribution power to serve students and professionals at scale, both nationally and internationally.
Through this partnership, KC GlobEd will extend the reach of its preparatory programs for globally respected certifications including US CPA, US CMA, US EA, and UK ACCA by leveraging Aptech’s expansive network of over 500 franchise centers in India and abroad. The collaboration also creates new pathways for KC GlobEd’s offerings to be considered in government tendering, corporate training initiatives, and institutional tie-ups. In doing so, KC GlobEd’s learner-first, tech-enabled approach takes center stage, while Aptech provides the scale and distribution support to bring it to students and professionals who have traditionally lacked access.
Mr. Kamal Chhabra, Founder and CEO of KC GlobEd, shared, “This collaboration is a meeting of strengths. KC GlobEd has always focused on making finance education structured, accessible, and globally relevant, while Aptech has built unmatched scale and trust in vocational training. Together, we bring both depth and reach. For us, this is not confined to expansion alone. It is about shaping the future of finance education with purpose. Right from a student in a Tier 2 city or a professional preparing for international certifications, our combined vision ensures that quality education and global opportunities are within their reach. This partnership is built on shared values and relentless emphasis to transform learning outcomes in finance at scale.”
The MoU was supported by Mr. Neerajh Malikk, Whole-Time Director and Board Member of Aptech Limited, and Mr. Gaaurav ARORA, Vice President at Aptech. Their shared belief in accessible, high-quality education played a crucial role in bringing both organisations together.
Mr. Neerajh Malikk, Whole-Time Director & Board Member of Aptech Limited, laid forward the values of the partnership with KC GlobEd, stating, “At Aptech, our mission has always been to deliver meaningful, future-ready education that transforms careers. This partnership with KC GlobEd brings a powerful alignment of vision and purpose. Together, we’re creating a bridge between global finance credentials and learners across India, no matter where they are – urban centres or smaller towns. We believe that high-quality, globally aligned learning should be within reach for every aspiring professional, and this collaboration is a step in that direction.”
With over 15,000 learners across 122 countries, KC GlobEd continues to grow its presence through franchise partnerships, corporate collaborations, and institutional tie-ups. The MoU with Aptech marks a significant step toward reaching underrepresented learners, enhancing skill development outcomes, and building stronger bridges between education and employability.
