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Arista Expands Commitment to India for Enterprise Networking and AI Innovation

India, July 31, 2025 – Arista Networks (NYSE: ANET), a leading innovator in cloud and AI networking, today announced a major expansion to its investments in India with a Make in India (MII) initiative that accelerates innovation, local manufacturing, and skills development in enterprise networking. Through this and other ongoing efforts, the company continues to build AI for Networking centers of excellence across the country, strongly contributing to India’s position as a global leader in next-generation computing and connectivity.

Advancing AI for Networking – Made in India

Over the last few years, Arista has established an AI for Networking Center of Excellence in India, focusing on three key strategic initiatives: 

• AI-driven Networking: Simplifying data center, campus, and edge operations with real-time analytics and autonomous self-healing networks to ensure consistent, scalable performance across enterprise environments.
• Network Cybersecurity: Enabling customers to defend against modern cyber threats by combining deep network visibility with AI-enhanced security frameworks for real-time threat detection, identity-aware segmentation, and policy enforcement at scale.
• Intelligent Wi-Fi: Delivering self-optimizing, adaptive wireless experiences with seamless and reliable connectivity and smooth application experience, along with actionable intelligence for network administrators.
  

Now in alignment with India’s vision for self-reliant technology infrastructure, Arista is ramping up investments in local manufacturing for its portfolio of products with a comprehensive Make In India (MII) strategy.

“I welcome the commitment of technology leaders like Arista Networks in advancing the Government of India’s Make in India and Digital India missions,” said Mr. R. Shakya, Deputy Director General (DDG), Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, Government of India. “Indigenous innovation and local manufacturing in critical domains such as cloud and AI networking are essential for securing our digital future and unlocking high-value employment opportunities for Indian talent.”

Arista’s Make in India initiative will now support the domestic production of high-performance data center and campus network switches and enterprise access points, with an increasing focus on sourcing critical components locally. This strategy enhances India’s role as a hub for trusted and scalable networking infrastructure across cloud, AI, and security use cases.

“India’s national security and digital sovereignty increasingly hinge on trusted, high-performance infrastructure,” said Lt. Gen. M.U. Nair, National Cybersecurity Coordinator (NCSC), Government of India. “Arista’s Make in India initiative, combined with its investment in cybersecurity-enabled AI networking, represents a significant stride toward building resilient, self-reliant digital ecosystems. These efforts not only strengthen India’s strategic autonomy but also advance its global leadership in secure and trusted technologies.”

A Decade of Innovation with More to Come

Arista’s presence in India began soon after the company was founded in 2004. More recently, the company’s campus networking portfolio was strengthened by the acquisition of Mojo Networks, a major Indian networking vendor and wireless intrusion prevention (WIPS) pioneer. India has thus for many years, been an innovation, design, and development hub for the company’s products, solving business- and mission-critical challenges for customers across the globe. With MII, this investment is extending to manufacturing in India. 

“Over the last decade, Arista has already invested over a billion dollars in India through its multiple development centers,” said Sameer Padhye, Vice President, Global Services and India Sales at Arista Networks. “Now by redoubling our efforts through Make in India and other initiatives, the company is focused on driving an additional billion dollars of investment over the next 3-5 years.”

Arista’s ongoing commitment to India is also critical to enabling innovation and global competitiveness for Indian enterprises and cloud providers.

“Arista’s ‘Make in India’ initiative for high-performance networking gear, along with its focus on AI-driven networking, aligns perfectly with Zoho’s commitment to self-reliance and scaling global infrastructure from India,” said Shailesh Kumar Davey, CEO and Co-founder, Zoho Corporation. “This move helps strengthen India’s growing role in powering next-gen global technologies.”

Furthermore, Arista is also partnering with government bodies and academic institutions to train over 100,000 engineers over the next decade in areas such as “AI for Networking” and “Networking for AI.” This initiative is designed to cultivate a future-ready workforce and strengthen India’s role in the global digital economy.

“IIT Jammu’s decision to power its entire campus network with Arista has been transformative and reflects the institution’s commitment to delivering an uninterrupted learning and research environment for students and faculty alike. Arista’s investment in India signals a growing partnership with the country’s educational sector to develop the next generation of network engineers.” – IIT Jammu

Brits divided on AI in the classroom

Most people in the UK support teachers using AI for tasks such as lesson planning in schools but oppose its use for marking, a new survey on AI use in education reveals.

The nationally representative survey, commissioned by Cambridge University Press & Assessment, showed Brits were divided on whether students should use AI to improve punctuation and grammar in coursework.

Key findings:

• Most people (59%) back teachers using AI on admin tasks such as lesson planning, and 31% are against it.

• Approximately two thirds (62%) of UK adults oppose teachers using AI to mark coursework, 27% support it.

• 89% of those polled are against students using AI to entirely complete their school coursework, 5% think it’s acceptable.

• People were split on students using AI to improve the punctuation and grammar of their coursework (46% in favour and 44% against).

• Only 16% of UK adults support reducing or removing coursework completed at home as the best way for schools to avoid student AI misuse.

• 52% of UK adults think responsible use of AI should be added to the secondary school curriculum, only 34% support adding it to the primary school curriculum.

• The top two concerns identified by UK adults about the use of AI in education were errors in AI information, and less human interaction.

The survey reveals a clear divide in attitudes to AI use by gender, for example:

• More women (67%) than men (57%) in the survey oppose teachers using AI to mark coursework.

• More women (40%) than men (29%) surveyed oppose adding responsible use of AI to the curriculum in secondary schools.

Jill Duffy, chief executive of Cambridge’s UK exam board OCR, said: “AI is already in our schools and is not going away. The public is clear that coursework is too important to lose, even in the age of AI. It enables us to test different skills, and to reduce the intense volume of exams taken at 16. These findings should be seen as a challenge to all of us in education: find a way to adapt coursework so it is fit for the AI century.” 

KL Deemed to be University Student Earns Recognition from Flipkart for Ethical Hacking Contribution

Delhi, 31st July 2025: KL Deemed to be University proudly announces that Pavan, a third-year B. Tech. student, has been officially recognized by Flipkart for his ethical and responsible contribution to cybersecurity. He was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation in July 2025 for his responsible disclosure of a P3-level security vulnerability in Flipkart’s system through their Vulnerability Disclosure Program (VDP).

Pavan’s interest in ethical hacking was sparked by a curiosity about how digital systems function beneath the surface. “I’ve always been fascinated by how systems work behind the scenes,” he said. “I naturally developed an interest in breaking them — to understand their challenges and vulnerabilities.”

Encouraged by Flipkart’s responsible disclosure policy and mentored by Dr. G. Rama Koteswara Rao, Professor in the Department of Experiential Learning & Global Engagement (EL&GE), KL Deemed to be University, Pavan submitted a detailed report to Flipkart in September 2024. After a thorough review, the security team acknowledged his contribution, recognizing its importance in enhancing platform safety.

Pavan attributes his learning curve to a combination of faculty mentorship and active participation in online cybersecurity communities such as Bugcrowd University, Twitter infosec forums, and Discord-based ethical hacking groups. These experiences helped him stay current in a fast-evolving field and build hands-on expertise.

Er. Koneru Lakshman Havish, Vice-President of KL Deemed to be University, applauded Pavan’s achievement, stating: “As the digital landscape evolves, so must the mindset of our learners. At our university, we are committed to developing talent that pairs technical excellence with ethical responsibility. This recognition reflects the impact of strong academic mentorship and a culture that values responsible innovation. We will continue to support students who are ready to lead in a secure and forward-thinking digital world.”

With students like Pavan leading the way, KL Deemed to be University continues to nurture a vibrant ecosystem of cybersecurity innovation grounded in ethics, excellence, and experiential learning.

IIT Roorkee Launches India’s First Full-Stack AI Certification for Modern Marketers

Mumbai, 30th July: In a bold move to reshape how India trains its digital marketing talent, the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee), in collaboration with Futurense, has launched the PG Certificate in AI-Enabled Digital Marketing & MarTech – India’s first no-code, full-stack AI certification designed specifically for marketing professionals.

The 6-month program, starting October 2025, is built to address the critical orchestration gap in modern marketing, where teams use over 90+ tools but often lack the systems thinking to connect them for real-time performance. With GenAI becoming the new creative suite and MarTech stacks growing increasingly complex, marketers today need to operate as AI-native system designers, not just content executors.

“This isn’t just another marketing course with AI added on. It’s India’s first full-stack AI marketing certification built from the ground up for today’s ecosystem, where growth depends on how well you wire content, data, automation, and personalisation together. With IIT Roorkee’s academic credibility and Futurense’s industry-backed learning model, this program creates marketers who can think like builders and execute like technologists,” said Raghav Gupta, Founder & CEO, Futurense

Our mission is to create future-ready professionals by blending academic rigour with practical innovation. This program exemplifies that vision. As marketing becomes increasingly driven by AI and real-time orchestration, professionals need more than surface-level tool knowledge; they need a deep, system-level understanding. Through this certification, we’re enabling learners to build marketing engines that are intelligent, adaptive, and grounded in real-world applications,” said Prof. Kaushik Ghosh, Coordinator, Continuing Education Centre (CEC), IIT Roorkee.

What makes this program a First for India?

•  Designed for Full-Stack AI Marketing Orchestration

Not just a digital marketing course with AI plugins. This is a from-scratch redesign, focused on wiring CRM, CDP, analytics, automation, and GenAI into one performance engine.

•  Hands-On with 30+ Real Tools

From ChatGPT, Claude, Jasper, and Segment to Zapier, HubSpot, Canva AI, GA4, and Looker Studio, learners don’t just learn these tools; they build systems with them.

•  Live AI Clinics, Not Just Assignments

Students tackle real RFPs from brands, build campaigns in Futurense’s AI Clinic, and receive feedback from mentors in the Futurense Leadership Circle, including CXOs from Google, AmEx, Lenskart, and more.

•  Capstone-driven proof of work

Each learner graduates with a live AI-powered campaign, built and hosted in their portfolio, demonstrating skill in content generation, funnel automation, and performance attribution.

•  Hybrid Format with IIT Immersion Option

The course includes live weekend classes, plus an optional 2-day campus immersion at IIT Roorkee, one of India’s most prestigious institutions with a legacy of cross-disciplinary innovation.

• The AI Shift in Marketing

● 88% of marketers use GenAI tools daily, but less than 10% integrate them across the funnel

● Over 100,000 MarTech tools exist, but most teams use <50% of their stack effectively

● Roles like AI Content Strategist and MarTech Architect are growing 15 – 22% annually

● Real-time personalisation is now table stakes, with users expecting live journey orchestration

This program responds to these shifts head-on, producing marketers who design funnels like engineers, act like growth hackers, and think like product builders.

Who is this program for?

Built for ambitious professionals across the marketing and tech spectrum:

● Aspiring digital marketers & AI-curious creatives

● Traditional marketers adapting to the new stack

● Growth/product managers building lean funnels

● Founders and solopreneurs automating marketing

● Consultants, freelancers & career switchers

No coding background is needed. The Futurense Bridge Course ensures everyone gets up to speed with AI workflows, prompt writing, and no-code integration before the main sessions begin.

Program Snapshot

Start Date: October 11, 2025

Duration: 6 Months (120+ live hours)

Format: Weekend Live Online Sessions

Campus Immersion: Optional 2-Day at IIT Roorkee

Fee: ₹1.40 Lakhs + GST (Flexible EMIs available)

Certificate: From IIT Roorkee, ranked #8 in the overall category (NIRF 2024)

OnGrid will showcase next-gen background verification at People Matters TechHR 2025

India, 29th July 2025: As hiring windows compress and workforce models evolve, background checks can no longer be a bottleneck. As a diamond partner at People Matters TechHR 2025, Asia’s leading HR and work tech conference, OnGrid will present its latest solutions at Booth No. D2, Yashobhoomi, Delhi, from July 31 to August 1. The company will showcase Instant BGV, a verification solution built for speed, compliance, and scale.

The event will also feature a keynote by Manav Jain, Chief Business Officer at OnGrid. His session, ‘Trust by Design: Rethinking Talent Risk & Integrity in a Disrupted World’, will explore how organizations can build trust into hiring workflows.

With more than 500 million verifications delivered across 4,000+ clients, OnGrid brings one of the most robust verification stacks in the country. From identity and employment history to address, credit, and criminal records, the platform handles 200+ checks that integrate effortlessly into existing systems.

At TechHR’25, OnGrid will demonstrate how Instant BGV enables teams to:

● Verify candidates pre-offer, cutting down revokes and post-joining risks

● Automate checks at scale, across roles, functions, and locations

● Reduce HR load with pre-filled flows and real-time dashboards

● Stay audit-ready with consistent, compliant documentation

From gig and frontline roles to campus and lateral hiring, OnGrid is designed for teams that need to move fast, without compromising on trust. The platform is fully compliant with the DPDP Act and global data privacy norms.

COLORFUL Launches Rimbook Series Laptops

Mumbai, India, July 29th, 2025 – Colorful Technology Company Limited, a leading brand in gaming PC components, gaming laptops, and HiFi audio products, unveils the Rimbook series — laptops designed to strike the perfect balance between mobility and performance. Inspired by the rim of a wheel, the Rimbook symbolizes continuous motion and progress, embodying the spirit of moving forward with purpose and innovation.

The COLORFUL Rimbook integrates the latest technologies, redefining the capabilities of a modern notebook. Designed to support dynamic lifestyles, the Rimbook empowers every move — a device built to fuel your momentum, wherever your journey takes you.

Designed to be slim and lightweight, the Rimbook is the ideal companion for creators on the move. It features a high-speed USB-C port and an HDMI port, enabling seamless multi-monitor setups. With support for Wi-Fi 6 and 2.5 GbE LAN, the Rimbook offers flexible, high-performance networking options for any environment.

V-Guard’s Q1 FY 2025-26 Revenue lower by 0.7 Percentage YoY due to a weak summer

29th July 2025: V-Guard Industries Ltd., a leading Consumer Electricals and Electronics Company announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2025.

Q1 FY 2025-26 highlights:

•     Consolidated Net Revenue from operations for the quarter ended June 30, 2025 is Rs. 1466.08 crs; a decline of 0.7% over the revenue recorded in corresponding period of the previous year (Rs. 1477.10 crs).

•     Consolidated Profit After Tax for the quarter is Rs. 73.85 crs, a decline of 25.4% as against Rs. 98.97 crs recorded in corresponding period of the previous year.

Commenting on the company’s performance, Mr. Mithun. K. Chittilappilly, Managing Director, V-Guard Industries Ltd said “Topline growth for the first quarter of FY26 was subdued due to a weak summer season and last year’s high base. Electronics and electricals segments registered moderate growth while durables segment declined due to lower demand for summer categories. Gross margins continue to remain healthy. We expect the demand to normalise in the coming quarters and continue to invest in brand building and capacity enhancement.

Tenable Unveils AI-Powered Breakthrough in Vulnerability Prioritisation

New Delhi, July 29, 2025 —Tenable®, the exposure management company, today announced the next evolution of its industry-leading Tenable Vulnerability Priority Rating (VPR) to sharpen precision and focus on risks that pose the greatest threat. Powered by generative AI, enriched threat intelligence and context-aware scoring, Tenable VPR enables organisations to quickly understand vulnerability impact, weaponisation and precise remediation actions.

While static Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) broadly flags 60% of vulnerabilities as high or critical, Tenable VPR narrowed this to a focused 3% at its launch in 2019. With these latest AI-driven enhancements, Tenable VPR delivers twice the clarity and precision by leveraging real-time data to pinpoint the critical 1.6% of vulnerabilities that represent actual business risk. These efficiency gains, combined with enhanced explainability and contextualisation, translate to faster mean-time-to-remediation, optimised resources, and strategically aligned security efforts with organisational priorities.

“Our biggest problem was noise. We had thousands of vulnerabilities, and no clear way to know which ones posed a genuine threat,” said Jorge Orchilles, senior director, Readiness and Proactive Security, Verizon. “Tenable VPR changed that by showing us what attackers are actually exploiting right now. It lets us focus our resources on the handful of issues that truly matter, which has made a real, measurable difference in how quickly we can get critical patches out.” 

“We’re taking our game-changing Tenable VPR to the next level with these AI-powered enhancements,” said Eric Doerr, chief product officer, Tenable. “Tenable VPR brings an unmatched precision and depth of threat intelligence, context and explainability to cyber operations. With these critical insights at their fingertips, organisations can clearly visualise why an exposure matters, where they are vulnerable and how to close their priority risks.”

In addition to hyper-focused risk prioritisation, key enhancements to Tenable VPR include:

• AI-powered insights and explainability: VPR insights provide instant clarity, helping users quickly grasp why an exposure matters, how it’s been weaponised by threat actors, and receive clear, actionable mitigation guidance. AI-generated threat summaries and remediation insights help users quickly understand real-world risks and next steps.

• Prioritisation with industry and regional context: Enhanced filtering, querying and metadata help organisations understand and prioritise vulnerabilities based on real-world threats to their specific industry and region, ensuring critical exposures relevant to the business are addressed first.

Bhajanlal Unveils the Vivo X200 FE in Eastern India: A Synergy of Innovation and Trust

Kolkata, July 26, 2025 — In a striking reaffirmation of its market leadership, Bhajanlal Commercial Pvt. Ltd., Eastern India’s foremost name in premium consumer electronics, unveiled the Vivo X200 FE across its flagship outlets. More than just another product unveiling, the event underscored Bhajanlal’s role as a trusted catalyst in bringing world-class technology to Indian consumers.

Bhajanlal: The Epitome of Trust, Scale & Vision

From a modest electronics store in 1995 to a commanding retail empire, Bhajanlal Commercial Pvt. Ltd. has become synonymous with integrity, scale, and innovation. Under the resolute leadership of Mr. Mohan Bajoria, Director and Founder, the brand has cultivated not only a legacy of trust but also an unmatched service-first ethos that continues to evolve with every passing year. His contribution to India’s retail landscape was recognized with the Times Men of the Year 2019 award.

Steering the digital transformation is Mr. Jayant Bajoria, CEO and Times Men of the Year 2018 awardee, whose strategic foresight has propelled Bhajanlal’s digital footprint to new heights. From seamless offline experiences to a tech-savvy e-commerce platform—www.bhajanlal.in—Bhajanlal today represents a 360-degree lifestyle destination.

More Than Retail: A Full-Spectrum Lifestyle Powerhouse

With over 30 years of industry dominance, Bhajanlal’s retail footprint spans premium smartphones, wearables, televisions, home appliances, audio, computing, and more. It also partners with marquee lifestyle brands such as Mia by Tanishq, CaratLane, and Titan Eye+, extending its value proposition beyond electronics into curated luxury.

Bhajanlal’s real differentiator lies in its value-added service ecosystem—including gadget insurance, buyback and exchange programs, extended warranties, and on-site repair capabilities. Its financial network is equally formidable, offering zero-cost EMIs up to 36 months through leading partners such as Bajaj Finance, HDFC, Axis, ICICI, SBI, IDFC First Bank, TVS Credit, and more.

“Bhajanlal is not just a place to shop; it is a destination where aspiration meets assurance. Every launch is an affirmation of our promise to bring the best of the future to our customers today,” remarked Mr. Mohan Bajoria.

Vivo X200 FE: A Flagship Experience, Delivered by a Flagship Brand

The newly launched Vivo X200 FE is a refined flagship built for modern power users. It features a 6.31-inch LTPO AMOLED display, 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of up to 5000 nits. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, and equipped with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage, it ensures fluid multitasking and high-performance gaming.

Its triple rear camera system, co-engineered with ZEISS, and a 50MP 4K-capable selfie shooter, make it a compelling imaging device. A massive 6500mAh battery with 90W fast charging keeps the experience uninterrupted.

Vivo X200 FE is already garnering acclaim and making its mark in the elite flagship segment of 2025.

Coming Soon: More Tech Milestones Ahead

Bhajanlal’s innovation pipeline remains relentless. The upcoming Vivo X Fold 5, slated for July 29 launch, promises foldable finesse with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and ZEISS optics. Shortly after, the Realme 15 Series will debut, bringing AI-enhanced performance to the mid-premium segment.

With every launch, partnership, and customer interaction, Bhajanlal Commercial Pvt. Ltd. reaffirms its place not just as a retailer—but as a trusted institution in India’s evolving digital lifestyle economy.

India Launches National Cyber Security Research Council & Hosts Hackathon X – A Milestone for Cyber Defense

July 26, 2025: In a landmark move to strengthen India’s national security architecture, the National Cyber Security Research Council (NCSRC) has been officially launched to counter the rapidly evolving threats in cyberspace. With a broad and ambitious vision to safeguard the nation’s digital infrastructure, the Council will drive cutting-edge research, develop protective technologies, and foster strategic collaboration with state and central government agencies.

The formation of the NCSRC comes at a crucial time, as India—one of the most connected nations globally—faces growing and complex cyber threats across governmental, military, and civilian networks. The Council will work in close coordination with agencies to identify vulnerabilities, conduct threat assessments, and implement robust defense strategies.

Under the visionary leadership of Dr. E. Khaliraj, Director of the NCSRC, the Council has already made remarkable strides in building national awareness and capacity. Dr. Khaliraj, a veteran cybersecurity strategist and educator, has led the Council in executing over 150 awareness and social impact programs across India. He is widely regarded for his commitment to democratizing cybersecurity knowledge and his efforts in bringing cyber literacy to grassroots communities. A strong advocate for ethical hacking, youth engagement, and technological innovation, Dr. Khaliraj has been instrumental in establishing more than 300 Cyber Resource Centres across the country. His long-term vision is to transform India into a global hub for cyber excellence, research, and resilience.

As part of this nationwide mission, the Council has launched Hackathon X, India’s largest and most prestigious Capture the Flag (CTF) competition in partnership with various government stakeholders. Held from July 25–27 in Bengaluru, Hackathon X invites young cybersecurity enthusiasts aged 18–35 to demonstrate their skills, solve real-world security challenges, and contribute to India’s cyber resilience.

The competition offers cash prizes of ₹1,00,000, ₹50,000, and ₹25,000, and is open to students pursuing computer science, cybersecurity, or related fields. Registration is open at https://hackathonx.in.

The event was graced by Dr. A. K. Anil Kumar, Director, ISRO, who will deliver the keynote address, and Dr. Pranab Mohanty, IPS, Director General of Police, Cyber Command, Government of Karnataka, who will attend as the special guest.

“Cybersecurity is no longer a siloed concern—it is central to national security, scientific advancement, and our daily digital lives. The establishment of the National Cyber Security Research Council is a giant step toward protecting India’s digital future.” He went on to say, “With world becoming one place now the responsible leaned lot but look at Space security & cyber security closely in sync with national & financial security. With record digital transactions taking place in India data security will play a huge role going forward.”
— Dr. A. K. Anil Kumar, Director, ISRO

“The rising sophistication of cybercrime demands an equally strategic and technological counterforce. Hackathon X is not just a competition—it is a mission-critical platform to identify, empower and elevate India’s cybersecurity warriors.”
— Dr. Pranab Mohanty, IPS, Director General of Police, Cyber Command, Government of Karnataka

As India takes a bold step forward in cyber defense, the National Cyber Security Research Council and Hackathon X embody a united vision: to secure the nation’s digital frontier and inspire the next generation of cyber defenders. The event also had active participation from DR M N Thippesawmy Principal AIT, Sh S Mariswamy IPS, DR M Mahadeva & A R Krishnamurthy (both from PVP Trust) & Jayaram Shivanasadra Govindaiah Head NCSRC KN.