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Pure Storage and Nutanix Partner to Deliver Greater Customer Choice with New Integrated Solution for Mission-Critical Workloads

.NEXT Conference, Washington, D.C. and Bengaluru, India – May 8, 2025 — Pure Storage® , the IT pioneer that delivers the world’s most advanced data storage platform and services, and Nutanix, a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, today announced a partnership aimed at providing a deeply integrated solution that will allow customers to seamlessly deploy and manage virtual workloads on a scalable modern infrastructure.

This integrated solution comes at a pivotal time for customers as the virtualization of market evolution is top of mind. IT leaders are focused on helping their organizations maintain pace with the rapidly changing technology landscape while simultaneously implementing greater operational effectiveness. Gartner predicts that “by 2028, cost concerns will drive 70% of enterprise-scale VMware customers to migrate 50% of their virtual workloads.”[1]

With this collaboration, the Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure solution, powered by the Nutanix AHV hypervisor along with Nutanix Flow virtual networking and security, will integrate with Pure Storage FlashArray over NVMe/TCP to deliver customer experience uniquely designed for high-demand data workloads, including AI.

Key Benefits:

• Scalable, modern infrastructure – This partnership will provide customers with access to high-performance, flexible, and efficient full-stack infrastructure to power their most business-critical workloads through the simplicity and agility of Nutanix Cloud Infrastructure for virtual compute, and the consistency, scalability and performance density of Pure Storage all-flash systems.
• Built-in cyber resilience – Customers will be able to strengthen their end-to-end cyber-resilience posture by leveraging native Nutanix capabilities, such as Flow micro-segmentation and disaster recovery orchestration alongside Pure Storage FlashArray capabilities, such as data-at-rest encryption and SafeMode.
• Freedom of choice – Customers want agility and control of their mission-critical environments. The combination of Nutanix and Pure Storage offers a resilient and easy-to-use alternative to existing market options.

“We’re thrilled to see Nutanix and Pure Storage joining forces. Their collective expertise, innovative technologies, and shared commitment to reliability and performance will deliver a compelling solution that directly addresses critical needs in the market,” said Anthony Jackman, Chief Innovation Officer at Expedient. “Expedient is proud to be an early design partner, collaborating closely with both companies to ensure this solution elevates the quality of service we deliver, ultimately enhancing the value and experience for our clients nationwide.”

“This new solution will help Nutanix and Pure reach more customers together and help them better manage and modernize their mission-critical applications,” said Tarkan Maner, Chief Commercial Officer at Nutanix. “Our integrated solution will be ideally suited for companies with storage-rich environments looking for choices in modernization.”

“With more than 13,500 global customers, I’m hearing more than ever that organizations of all shapes and sizes have a growing need for efficient, flexible, and high-performance solutions that can also scale to support their most critical, data-intensive applications,” said Maciej Kranz, General Manager, Enterprise at Pure Storage. “Nutanix and Pure Storage are both known for pushing the boundaries of traditional infrastructure, driving innovation, and enabling unmatched agility. With this easy-to-manage solution, our joint customers will have the power of a virtual infrastructure that’s truly built for change.”

This solution will be supported on major server hardware partners that currently support Pure Storage FlashArray, including Cisco, Dell, HPE, Lenovo, and Supermicro for both existing and new deployments.

Additionally, Cisco and Pure Storage are expanding their partnership of more than 60 FlashStack® validated designs to include Nutanix in the portfolio – further simplifying full-stack delivery.

“The future of infrastructure is defined by flexibility,” said Jeremy Foster, SVP and General Manager, Cisco Compute. “That’s exactly what this next evolution of FlashStack delivers. With nearly a decade of joint innovation with Pure Storage, and an expanded partnership and co-development roadmap with Nutanix, we’re offering a proven platform backed by Cisco validated designs, a world-class joint support model, and deep integration with Cisco Intersight – providing unified visibility across both Pure Storage and Nutanix clusters for a more complete view of the operating environment. This level of integration, insight, and support is what will set FlashStack with Nutanix apart in the market.”

Snowflake Drives the Future of Automotive with New AI-Powered Solutions

No-Headquarters/BOZEMAN, Mont. – May 8, 2025 – Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company, today announced the continued expansion and significant momentum of its AI Data Cloud for Manufacturing with a focused acceleration of automotive-specific solutions. Since April 2023, Snowflake has seen significant adoption of its platform within the manufacturing sector, including a substantial 416% increase in the development of Data Application and Data Collaboration initiatives, reflecting the growing use of Snowflake to build custom manufacturing solutions and securely share data. Additionally, Snowflake has seen a 185% increase in Analytics deployments as manufacturers leverage the platform for deeper business insights, and a 188% growth in Data Science solutions deployed for advanced predictive modeling and AI applications.

Now, Snowflake is further tailoring its AI Data Cloud to meet the unique demands of the automotive industry. This strategic investment reflects the growing demand from global manufacturers, including those in the automotive sector, seeking to accelerate their digital transformation and AI-driven innovation. Global technology and manufacturing companies like Siemens already leverage Snowflake to transform operations across their businesses with AI and advanced analytics, while maintaining strict security and governance standards.

The automotive industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation driven by four key trends: connected and software defined vehicles, autonomous driving, electrification, and advanced manufacturing (Industry 4.0). This evolution generates massive volumes of data across vehicle development, manufacturing, supply chain, and after-sales services. Snowflake’s powerful data sharing and AI capabilities, combined with specialized partner solutions, enable the entire auto ecosystem of suppliers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), distribution, sales, and service providers to seamlessly collaborate on vehicle development, optimize production processes, and leverage real-time data insights across the entire automotive value chain. Notably, 80% of major automotive OEMs already rely on Snowflake’s platform for their data and AI initiatives.

Automotive industry leaders, such as CarMax, Cox Automotive, Nissan, Penske Logistics, and more, are already using Snowflake’s existing easy, connected, and trusted platform to transform their automotive operations through advanced analytics, real-time connected vehicle insights, and secure data collaboration.

“Snowflake’s platform has increased CarMax’s ability to navigate the unique challenges of the used car market,” said Abhi Bhatt, VP of Data & Analytics Engineering at CarMax. “By modernizing our data platform with Snowflake, we’ve enhanced our agility to respond quickly to market changes, improved our data coverage, and enabled delivery of a more seamless customer experience. Snowflake’s platform provides the scalable and AI-ready foundation to continue innovating and leading in the automotive retail space.”

“Snowflake is a critical component of Subaru of New England’s cloud strategy,” said Guy Mitrano, Vice President, Chief Information & Digital Officer at Subaru of New England. “It’s helping us future-proof our data foundation and deliver faster, smarter insights to our internal teams and Retailers – empowering us to make better decisions, support our business operations, and scale with the automotive industry’s rapid digital transformation.”

“Modern vehicles are generating unprecedented volumes of data, and automotive companies need AI solutions that are easy to implement, capable of handling massive datasets from across the entire value chain, and trusted for critical decisions,” said Tim Long, Global Head of Manufacturing at Snowflake. “Snowflake’s automotive solutions build on our manufacturing expertise to provide the automotive industry with the foundation they need to integrate data across their operations, scale their connected vehicle initiatives, and accelerate innovation in this rapidly evolving market.”

Vijayant Rai, Managing Director- India, Snowflake, said, “The automotive industry is undergoing a profound shift, where vehicles are no longer just machines, but intelligent, connected systems powered by data. At Snowflake, we are proud to be at the heart of this transformation. Our AI Data Cloud is helping manufacturers globally and in India unlock real-time insights, accelerate innovation, and collaborate securely across the entire auto ecosystem. As India and the world move toward smart, sustainable mobility, Snowflake is committed to empowering the auto industry with the data agility and AI capabilities it needs to shape the future of mobility.”

Leveraging a comprehensive partner ecosystem and rich data marketplace, Snowflake is enabling automotive businesses to:

Integrate Data and Connect Silos Across the Automotive Lifecycle: Enable seamless data sharing across design systems, production environments, connected vehicles, service operations, and warranty systems to provide a holistic view of vehicle performance and customer experience. Accelerate development cycles, reduce operational costs, and deliver enhanced services by breaking down barriers between business units, systems, clouds, and partners.

 Leverage a Scalable and Performant Platform for Connected Vehicle Data: Support the massive data volumes generated by software-defined and autonomous vehicles with an architecture designed for high-resolution sensor and camera data. Decouple storage from compute to efficiently manage exponential growth while maintaining performance. Consolidate all vehicle streams into a single platform that scales without compromising accessibility or insights.

 Drive New Revenue Opportunities Through Data Monetization and Enhanced Customer Experiences: Create new revenue streams by securely sharing and monetizing automotive data products through Snowflake Marketplace. Gain a comprehensive view of customer interactions across all touchpoints to deliver personalized experiences and services. Enable secure collaboration with ecosystem partners while maintaining strict privacy controls and compliance.

 Unlock and Scale Advanced Analytics with AI/ML Capabilities: Democratize access to AI and ML tools across the organization, enabling teams to develop predictive models without specialized infrastructure. Accelerate innovation in vehicle design, production quality, and maintenance by analyzing billions of observations from thousands of sensors. Leverage your preferred development languages and tools to build custom AI applications that transform operations and customer engagement.

 Optimize Supply Chain Resilience and Operational Efficiency: Gain real-time visibility across suppliers, inventory systems, and logistics partners to mitigate disruptions and reduce costs. Improve demand forecasting accuracy, minimize stockouts, and reduce excess inventory. Transform fragmented information systems into a unified platform that accelerates time to market and enables collaborative, data-driven decision-making.

Snowflake’s extension into automotive represents a natural evolution in helping the auto ecosystem transform from traditional manufacturers into digital consumer device companies, empowering them to navigate the most significant technological disruption in the industry’s history. To accelerate industry innovation, Snowflake’s comprehensive ecosystem of partners, including leaders like Accenture, AWS, Deloitte, and EY, delivers additional automotive-focused solutions, technologies, and expertise. Additionally, Blue Yonder, CGI, Cirrus Link Solutions, Concept Reply, DXC Technology, evolv Consulting, HighByte, HiveMQ, kipi.ai, LandingAI, LTIMindtree, Mendix, Sigma, Siemens Digital Industries Software, Tredence Inc. and Vertex Software have developed specialized solutions on Snowflake’s platform to drive product transformation through accelerated software-defined vehicle development, manufacturing transformation through AI-powered quality control and predictive maintenance, and supply chain transformation through real-time visibility and optimization. Through Snowflake Marketplace, automotive companies can get direct access to third-party data sets including dealer insights, EV charging station information, automotive trends and consumer behavior, driving mobility data, and vehicle inventory data to enhance their analytics and decision-making capabilities.

HCLTech recognized as a Customers’ Choice in 2024 Gartner Voice of the Customer report for Public Cloud IT Transformation Services

NEW YORK and NOIDA, India, May 08, 2025—HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has been recognized with a Customers’ Choice distinction in the 2024 Gartner® Voice of the Customer report for Public Cloud IT Transformation Services.

HCLTech has been rated 4.9/5 in the report. This rating is based on 90 reviews, the highest number recorded for this study, received over an 18-month consideration period ending November 30, 2024. 96% of reviewers expressed their willingness to recommend HCLTech.

“HCLTech believes these achievements reinforce our clients’ trust in us and our focus on delivering customer-first, transformative solutions to drive scalable, future-ready cloud environments for our clients. Our CloudSMART framework, combined with our broad catalog of industrialized services, empowers businesses to migrate, modernize and innovate faster on public cloud infrastructure while harnessing the full potential of emerging technologies like generative AI (GenAI),” said Vijay Guntur, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems, HCLTech.

The ‘Voice of the Customer’ is a document that synthesizes Gartner® Peer Insights™ reviews into insights for IT decision-makers. This aggregated peer perspective, along with the individual detailed reviews, is complementary to Gartner® expert research and can play a key role in the buying process of clients as it focuses on direct peer experiences of implementing and operating a solution.”

IN-SPACe and Govt. of Karnataka sign MoUs to Build Centre of Excellence for Space Technologies and Space Manufacturing Park

Bengaluru, May 8, 2025: In a strategic development, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre  (IN-SPACe), and the Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, have signed MoUs to accelerate the state’s rise as India’s foremost commercial-space launch-pad. The MoUs signed include one for establishing a Centre of Excellence for Space Technologies in Bengaluru and the other for setting up of a public-private space manufacturing park that will anchor next-generation satellite and launch-vehicle production.

The MoUs were signed by Dr Ekroop Caur, IAS, Secretary to Government (Electronics, IT, Biotechnology and Science &Technology), Government of Karnataka; and Mr Lochan Sehra, IAS, Joint Secretary, IN-SPACe, in the presence of Dr Shalini Rajneesh, IAS, Chief Secretary to the Government of Karnataka, and Dr Pawan Goenka, Chairman, IN-SPACe. The MoUs will establish the framework for Government of Karnataka and IN-SPACe to collaborate and partner for the setting up of the Centre of Excellence for Space Technologies and the Space Manufacturing Park.

Karnataka has a mature ecosystem across the space sector value chain comprising of Government, private and MSME players, including ISRO headquarters, space related public sector undertakings such as DRDO labs and facilities, HAL, BEL, BHEL, NAL, and academic and research institutions. The MoUs will enable and support the state’s NewSpace ecosystem towards the national vision as per the Indian Space Policy, 2023 and promote innovation in the sector.

IN-SPACe, on the other hand, has been spearheading India’s space ambitions by enabling ease of doing business with the active participation of government as well as non-governmental entities. As the global space ambitions soar high, IN-SPACe is acting as a nodal agency to shape India’s growing space economy. This signing of MoUs with the Karnataka government aligns with the goal to give impetus to regional ambitions that club with the holistic national projections.

Dr Shalini Rajneesh, Chief Secretary to Government of Karnataka, said, “The MoUs with IN-SPACe mark a new chapter in Karnataka’s space journey creating a seamless talent and value chain with the regulatory support required to compete globally.”

Dr. Pawan Goenka, Chairman, IN-SPACe said, “State of Karnataka has emerged as a hub for new age space start-ups and enterprises. The MoUs will bolster this ecosystem and support the state and country’s efforts in succeeding in the NewSpace era. We look forward to working shoulder-to-shoulder with the state to see more satellites, engines and deep-space technologies developed and manufactured in the state.”

As the global space sector moves from agency-driven programmes to agile public-private partnerships, today’s signing cements Karnataka’s role as India’s launch-pad for breakthrough NewSpace technologies propelled by government vision, private ingenuity and an unrivalled talent pool. IN-SPACe, being the regulator of space in India, is driving core R&D and innovation to propel India’s growth. This MoU is another in line of IN-SPACe’s long-term vision to make India a space-forward economy, with the active participation of the states.

CREATIVE ABBY AWARD 2025 POWERED BY ONE SHOW SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED: Leo, Enormous, FCB, VML, McCann, Famous, Havas lead shortlist

May 8, 2025; Mumbai, India: The AdClub announced the Round 1 shortlist of creative entries in the ABBY Awards 2025 powered by One Show.

Leo Burnett, Enormous Brands, FCB, VML, McCann, Famous Innovations, and Havas lead the shortlisted entries. Prominent companies in the shortlist are Good Morning Films, Tribes Communications, Atom Network, Cheil, Schbang, Mudra Max, Y&H, Grey Group, Hogarth Studios, Vanilla Films, Mindshare, BBH, Tilt Brand Solutions, Bennett Coleman, RedBus, Havas Life, Maitri, and Coral Media.

Digital companies shortlisted include Schbang, BC Web Wise, Digitas, Interactive Avenues, Krafton, The New Thing by Talented, Rapidues Technologies, Social Panga, etc. Design firms shortlisted are Open Design, Hyphen Brands, and Tree Design. Video craft companies shortlisted include Good Morning Films, Vanilla Films, Bang Bang, Kitchen Video, and Superfly Films.

Client and brand companies shortlisted are led by AIS, Jaguar, P&G Whisper, Manifest, The Times of India, Buckaroo, Axis Bank, Coca-Cola, Finolex, Reliance General Insurance, Durex, Flipkart Minutes, Lays, Navneet Education, BGMI, Ikea, Star Cement, RedBus, Samsung, Central Railway, and Dream 11.

Client and brand companies also shortlisted include Kansai Nerolac Paints, 7Up, Durex India, Henlo Pet Nutrition, Oreo, Spotify, Uber, KitKat, P&G Shiksha, Swiggy, Acko, Apollo 24/7, BMC, MyMuse, Robin Hood Army, Alembic Pharmaceuticals, Rapido, Sebamed, UltraTech, Yatra, CaratLane, Cathay Pacific, Dorset, Honda Motorcycle, Navbharat Times, Neeman’s, Pentonic, Pepsi, The Telegraph, and US Nomads Cafe.

Publishers and broadcasters include Bennett Coleman, ABP, Jagran Prakashan, Viacom, Star India, Hindu Group, and Zee Entertainment. Content companies include Hogarth Studios, Publicis Production, and Ryde Studio. Start-up agencies making their mark are Y&H, tgthr, Brave, and Believe Trinity.

Ajay Kakar, Chairman, Awards Governing Council, the Abby Awards said, “The shortlist for the ABBY Awards 2025—across both Creative and Media categories—is now out. It’s heartening to see the breadth and diversity of agencies, clients, brands, publishers, and broadcasters who have made it through the first round of rigorous jury evaluation. This wide representation is a reflection of the vibrancy and depth of talent in our industry. With the second and third rounds of judging ahead, we now look forward to seeing the best rise to the top. All roads lead to the awards nights between 21st and 23rd May.”

Voltas Consolidated Financial Results of the company for Q4 FY25

8th May 2025, Mumbai: The Board of Directors of Voltas Limited, the global air conditioning and engineering services provider of the Tata Group, announced the Consolidated Financial Results (including the Consolidated Segment Report) of the Company for the quarter and year ended 3i5t March, 2025.

 Consolidated Results for the quarter and year ended 31st March, 2025:
For the year ended 31st March 2025, the company reported a 24% increase in Consolidated Total Income, reaching~ 15,737 crores, up from~ 12,734 crores in the same period last year. Profit before tax surged by 145%, amounting to ~ 1,191 crores compared to ~ 486 crores previously. Net Profit (after tax) also experienced a significant rise, standing at~ 834 crores, up from~ 248 crores in the corresponding period last year. This marks the highest ever profit in the company’s history. For the quarter ended 31st March 2025, the Consolidated Total Income grew by 14%, reaching~ 4,847 crores, compared to ~ 4,257 crores in the same quarter last year. Profit before tax soared by 97%, amounting to~ 343 crores from~ 174 crores. Net Profit (after tax) also saw a substantial increase, climbing to ~ 236 crores from ~ 111 crores in the corresponding quarter last year. Segment Revenue and Results for the quarter and year ended 31st March, 2025:

 Consolidated Segment Results for the year ended 31st March, 2025:
(A) Unitary Cooling Products: The Unitary Cooling Products business continued to maintain its growth momentum. Overall volume growth for year ended were recorded at 36%, with growth in certain allied categories, like Air Coolers was over 70% for the year, becoming close 2nd player. Valtas remains the market leader in both Split and Window Air-conditioners, recording an YTD market share of ~19% as of March 2025. Segment Revenue grew by 30%, reaching~ 10,614 crores, up from~ 8,160 crores in the same period last year. Segment Result also saw a significant increase of 29%, in lines with growth in revenue, amounting to ~ 892 crores compared to~ 693 crores in the corresponding previous year.

Voltas Beko:
The performance of our JV — Voltbek Home Appliances Private Limited continued to be robust, with a volume growth of 56% in the year ended 31’1 March, 2025. This growth was further complemented by a significant increase in market share within the refrigerator and washing machine categories.

 (B) Electro-Mechanical Projects and Services: This segment encompasses both Domestic and International Projects businesses. The Domestic Projects business, which includes MEP, Water, Electrical, and Solar sectors, experienced a growth of approximately 17% during the quarter ended March 2025. The focus on completion certification and various project management initiatives has resulted in robust bottom-line growth. The Domestic Projects continue to expand their order book and maintain a positive outlook.
In the International Projects business, recovery is visible primarily driven by projects in UAE and Saudi Arabia. For the year ended March 2025, segment revenue increased by 13%, reaching ” 4,157 crores, compared to “ 3,683 crores in the same period last year. The segment result was a positive ” 169 crores, a significant turnaround from a loss of~ 328 crores last year. For the quarter, segment revenue was ~ 1,138 crores, compared to ~ 1,098 crores in the same quarter last year. Losses have reduced from Rs 108 crores to~ 2 crores mainly due to improved order booking, better project execution and working capital management.
(C) Engineering Products and Services: The segment faced certain headwinds in its performance, owing to macro-economic factors and likewise the challenges faced by the industry. Revenue reported for current year was~ 569 crores as against~ 588 crores in the previous year, the segment results were ~ 155 crores, compared to ~ 206 crores in the corresponding period last year. For the quarter, segment revenue was~ 132 crores, compared to” 156 crores in the same quarter last year. Segment Result for the quarter was” 34 crores, as against~ 48 crores in the corresponding quarter last year.

Voltas Consolidated Financial Results of the company for Q4 FY25

8th May 2025, Mumbai: The Board of Directors of Voltas Limited, the global air conditioning and engineering services provider of the Tata Group, announced the Consolidated Financial Results (including the Consolidated Segment Report) of the Company for the quarter and year ended 3i5t March, 2025.

 Consolidated Results for the quarter and year ended 31st March, 2025:
For the year ended 31st March 2025, the company reported a 24% increase in Consolidated Total Income, reaching~ 15,737 crores, up from~ 12,734 crores in the same period last year. Profit before tax surged by 145%, amounting to ~ 1,191 crores compared to ~ 486 crores previously. Net Profit (after tax) also experienced a significant rise, standing at~ 834 crores, up from~ 248 crores in the corresponding period last year. This marks the highest ever profit in the company’s history. For the quarter ended 31st March 2025, the Consolidated Total Income grew by 14%, reaching~ 4,847 crores, compared to ~ 4,257 crores in the same quarter last year. Profit before tax soared by 97%, amounting to~ 343 crores from~ 174 crores. Net Profit (after tax) also saw a substantial increase, climbing to ~ 236 crores from ~ 111 crores in the corresponding quarter last year. Segment Revenue and Results for the quarter and year ended 31st March, 2025:

 Consolidated Segment Results for the year ended 31st March, 2025:
(A) Unitary Cooling Products: The Unitary Cooling Products business continued to maintain its growth momentum. Overall volume growth for year ended were recorded at 36%, with growth in certain allied categories, like Air Coolers was over 70% for the year, becoming close 2nd player. Valtas remains the market leader in both Split and Window Air-conditioners, recording an YTD market share of ~19% as of March 2025. Segment Revenue grew by 30%, reaching~ 10,614 crores, up from~ 8,160 crores in the same period last year. Segment Result also saw a significant increase of 29%, in lines with growth in revenue, amounting to ~ 892 crores compared to~ 693 crores in the corresponding previous year.

Voltas Beko:
The performance of our JV — Voltbek Home Appliances Private Limited continued to be robust, with a volume growth of 56% in the year ended 31’1 March, 2025. This growth was further complemented by a significant increase in market share within the refrigerator and washing machine categories.

 (B) Electro-Mechanical Projects and Services: This segment encompasses both Domestic and International Projects businesses. The Domestic Projects business, which includes MEP, Water, Electrical, and Solar sectors, experienced a growth of approximately 17% during the quarter ended March 2025. The focus on completion certification and various project management initiatives has resulted in robust bottom-line growth. The Domestic Projects continue to expand their order book and maintain a positive outlook.
In the International Projects business, recovery is visible primarily driven by projects in UAE and Saudi Arabia. For the year ended March 2025, segment revenue increased by 13%, reaching ” 4,157 crores, compared to “ 3,683 crores in the same period last year. The segment result was a positive ” 169 crores, a significant turnaround from a loss of~ 328 crores last year. For the quarter, segment revenue was ~ 1,138 crores, compared to ~ 1,098 crores in the same quarter last year. Losses have reduced from Rs 108 crores to~ 2 crores mainly due to improved order booking, better project execution and working capital management.
(C) Engineering Products and Services: The segment faced certain headwinds in its performance, owing to macro-economic factors and likewise the challenges faced by the industry. Revenue reported for current year was~ 569 crores as against~ 588 crores in the previous year, the segment results were ~ 155 crores, compared to ~ 206 crores in the corresponding period last year. For the quarter, segment revenue was~ 132 crores, compared to” 156 crores in the same quarter last year. Segment Result for the quarter was” 34 crores, as against~ 48 crores in the corresponding quarter last year.

CreateBytes Captivates Dubai AI Festival 2025, Sets Sights on Rapid Middle East Expansion

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 7th May 2025 — CreateBytes, a design-led AI technology studio headquartered in India, recently showcased its innovative solutions at the Dubai AI Festival 2025. The company presented two of its flagship innovations—YugYog.AI, an AI surveillance, event, and video logging and analytics platform, and Krigat, an adaptive physiotherapy platform developed in collaboration with Altrix Labs—to a global audience of tech stakeholders, startups, and industry leaders.

Over the two-day festival, CreateBytes engaged with more than 150 companies across diverse sectors. The team demonstrated real-time applications of its technologies, contributing to conversations around scalable AI in healthtech, motion analysis, and user-centred product design.

The opening day sparked initial interest, setting the tone for active knowledge-sharing around AI in real-world contexts. By the second day, the booth had evolved into a hub of collaborative dialogue, as visitors returned with specific business challenges. Notably, Krigat drew strong attention from digital health professionals, fitness experts, and startup founders exploring AI-led rehabilitation solutions.

Commenting on the interactions, Priyanshi Tater, Co-Founder of CreateBytes, said:

“People came with real problems—and in real time, we gave them solutions. We weren’t here to pitch; we were here to solve. The awe, the curiosity, the real connections—it proved that the market is hungry for AI that’s functional, empathetic, and ready for deployment.”

YugYog.AI also drew significant interest for its role in powering adaptive interfaces and intelligent design systems. The CreateBytes booth functioned not only as a tech demo zone but also as a collaborative space to explore responsible, results-driven AI innovation.

Aditya Chhabra, Founder and CTO at CreateBytes, added:

“Our goal has always been to combine intelligent design with purposeful AI. At the Dubai AI Festival, the response reaffirmed the global appetite for solutions that are not just innovative but intuitive and impact-driven. This is the kind of momentum we plan to carry forward.”

Throughout the event, the team connected to Founders, Researchers, Innovators and Leaders in Health, Bio Engineering, Medical, Fitness, Security, Real Estate, Retail and many more, highlighting the cross-sector demand for practical AI tools. The company leaves the festival with multiple ongoing conversations around strategic partnerships and future deployments.

RBL Bank Strengthens Retail Banking Leadership with Two Senior Appointments

Mumbai, May 7, 2025: RBL Bank has announced two key leadership appointments as part of its continued commitment to building a robust and diversified retail portfolio. The appointments of Kumar Ashish as President – Head Retail Assets and Collections and Himanshu Mishra as National Head – Branch Banking are aimed at accelerating the Bank’s strategic growth agenda in the retail banking space.

Kumar Ashish joins the Bank as President – Head Retail Assets and Collections. With over three decades of experience across the banking and financial services industry, Ashish brings a strong track record of building and scaling secured retail lending businesses. He has led diverse portfolios including mortgage loans, vehicle finance, personal loans, business loans, rural and agri finance, SME and trade finance, digital lending, and microfinance. A seasoned leader with a sharp focus on innovation, operational efficiency, and customer-centricity, Ashish has consistently delivered results by launching new products, deploying technology-led processes, and energizing high-performance teams. At RBL Bank, he will lead the scaling of the Retail Assets portfolio into a key pillar of sustainable growth. He will also be leading the Retail Secured Collections, which is a strong arm of the Bank with a well-entrenched team.

Himanshu Mishra joins the Bank as National Head – Branch Banking, reporting to President – Head Branch Banking & Retail Liabilities. With over 27 years of experience, Himanshu brings a sharp entrepreneurial mindset and a strong track record of driving business growth, turnaround efforts, and building customer-centric, performance-led teams. Known for his strategic leadership, financial acumen, and execution excellence, Himanshu has consistently demonstrated the ability to scale businesses while enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery. In his new role, he will spearhead the transformation of branch banking into a sustainable growth engine for the Bank.

Commenting on the appointments, R. Subramaniakumar, MD & CEO, RBL Bank, said: “We are excited to welcome Ashish and Himanshu to RBL Bank’s leadership team. Their collective expertise across secured lending, branch operations, and customer-centric innovation will play a vital role in strengthening our retail banking franchise. These appointments reinforce our strategic intent of building a high-quality and sustainable retail business. Attracting industry-leading talent is a key enabler of our transformation journey, and I am confident that their leadership will help us build strong execution depth as we prepare to step into the next phase of growth.”

Healthcare facilities on alert amidst civil defence mock drills

New Delhi: Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, healthcare institutions across the country — especially private hospitals — have been placed on high alert in view of the civil defence mock drills being conducted nationwide. Hospitals have ramped up their preparedness and activated emergency response systems to deal with any potential emergencies. These mock drill preparations come in the wake of escalating tensions with Pakistan and the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam.

“Healthcare institutions are integral to the success of these drills, with medical experts ensuring that they are well-equipped to handle emergency situations in collaboration with authorities,” Dr Aashish Chaudhry, Managing Director, Aakash Healthcare, said, emphasising the importance of disaster readiness.

“We take our role in disaster preparedness seriously. In light of the recent rise in security concerns, especially in case of any retaliatory measures by a neighbouring country, we have activated our ‘Code Brown’ disaster protocol. This dedicated code is meant to address mass casualty incidents or major emergencies. Our entire team has undergone mock drills, ensuring that all protocols, ranging from emergency medical responses to patient management, are thoroughly practised,” said Dr Chaudhry.

In line with the mock drills, the hospital has implemented specific procedures to ensure a seamless response during a crisis. Dr Chaudhry elaborated, “During a blackout situation, we have a meticulous system in place where all windows are covered by curtains, perimeter lights are turned off, and all signboards are blacked out. However, one critical factor that will not be interrupted is our emergency services. Even in such situations, our emergency care will continue to function without disruption.”

Mr. Anupam Pandey, Director Asian Hospital Faridabad said, we have been proactively engaged in emergency preparedness. “As a responsible healthcare organisation, we ensure that our team is constantly trained to deal with various emergency scenarios, including blackouts and other contingencies. Our hospital regularly conducts mock drills to assess our readiness and response times. We view these drills not only as a safety measure but as part of an ongoing training process to enhance the efficiency of our front-line workers,” he said.

Dr Sunita Kapoor, Director, City X-Ray & Scan Clinic, also echoed the sentiment of preparedness. “We have shared all the relevant safety protocols and emergency procedures with our team through comprehensive training. We understand the gravity of the current situation and are ready to respond swiftly, should the need arise.” Dr Kapoor further highlighted that several senior faculty members, who had firsthand experience of a similar situation during the 1971 conflict, had provided invaluable insights. “We have incorporated both online and offline training, including audio-visual aids, to ensure everyone is prepared for any eventuality,” she said.

“The mock drills are an exercise in preparedness. There is no need to panic because of the drills,” said Dr Praveen Gupta Principal Director & Chief of Neurology, Fortis Hospital.

The nationwide drills not only serve to enhance the nation’s security infrastructure but also underline the crucial role of healthcare facilities in maintaining public health and safety during emergencies.