8, Sep 2026
Saviynt Appoints Kamel Heus as Vice President of Sales for the Middle East and Africa
Cybersecurity veteran to drive regional growth, strengthen partner ecosystem and advance identity security across MEA
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, September 8, 2026: Saviynt, a leading provider of identity security solutions, today announced the appointment of Kamel Heus as Vice President of Sales for the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Based in Dubai, Heus will lead Saviynt’s business across the MEA region, including Turkey, as the company advances its growth and strengthens its presence in key markets.
In his new role, Heus will drive new business, renewals and customer expansion across MEA, while leading Saviynt’s regional channel strategy, expanding its partner ecosystem, and building out the company’s local go-to-market team. As AI reshapes how organizations across government, banking and financial services, utilities, healthcare, oil and gas, and retail approach identity, Heus’ appointment reflects the growing importance of securing both agentic identities and AI-driven environments. His near-term priorities include deepening Saviynt’s regional presence, expanding into Saudi Arabia, and growing local hosting capabilities to meet in-region delivery and data residency requirements.
“MEA represents a significant opportunity for Saviynt as organizations across the region accelerate their digital transformation and increasingly look to AI to transform how they operate and grow,” said Pete Angstadt, Chief Commercial Officer at Saviynt. “Our role is to help customers move faster on that journey while ensuring security and governance keep pace. Kamel’s deep experience in the region and understanding of its customers, markets and partner ecosystem will be invaluable as we continue to expand our presence. We’re making a long-term investment in MEA, and his appointment is an important step in bringing Saviynt closer to our customers and partners as we help accelerate their AI journey securely.”
Heus will also help MEA businesses address a new category of identity risk: AI agents. As these agents gain access to enterprise applications and data, they require the same discovery, governance and lifecycle controls that are traditionally applied to human identities. Saviynt’s Zuma platform is built to meet this need, giving organizations visibility into AI identities and the ability to enforce least-privilege access across their lifecycle.
“The Middle East and Africa have become one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity markets in the world, and Identity sits right at the center of it, especially as AI agents enter the enterprise,” said Kamel Heus, Vice President of Sales, MEA, Saviynt. “I’ve spent over a decade building businesses from the ground up in this region, and I’m excited to do it again at Saviynt. My focus is to build out our local presence, grow a strong partner ecosystem, and enable organizations across MEA to grow their business through secure, confident access both for their people and their AI. It’s a great time to be doing this work here.”
Heus brings 20 years of enterprise cybersecurity sales leadership and a strong track record of building and scaling businesses across the Middle East, Africa and Europe. He has held senior leadership roles at Thales, Centrify (now Delinea) and Sophos, most recently serving as Vice President, EMEA at Thales, where he led the company’s Identity and Access Management business across the region. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics and Computing from Université Grenoble Alpes in France and has been based in Dubai for more than a decade.
With Heus leading its MEA sales organization, Saviynt will continue to deepen its relationships with customers and partners, expand its regional capabilities and help organizations strengthen identity security as cloud, AI and digital transformation reshape enterprise environments.
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8, Sep 2026
Quantinuum Finalizes $100 Million CHIPS R&D Award with U.S. Department of Commerce to Advance Trapped-Ion Quantum Computer Manufacturing in the US
- The federal funding supports critical R&D and U.S. quantum semiconductor manufacturing capabilities needed to scale fault-tolerant trapped-ion quantum computing.
- Company partnering with GlobalFoundries to fabricate next-gen ion traps and control electronics, and Monarch Quantum to develop and manufacture reliable lasers and optical components.
WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Quantinuum (Nasdaq: QNT), a leading quantum computing company, today announced it has finalized an agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce’s CHIPS Research and Development Office for $100 million in federal funding deployed through the CHIPS and Science Act. The award, which follows a letter of intent announced in May, supports R&D and U.S. quantum semiconductor manufacturing capabilities needed to deploy large-scale, fault-tolerant trapped-ion quantum computers.
Quantinuum, which was the only company with a trapped-ion based architecture to be awarded CHIPS R&D funding, develops the world’s most accurate commercial[1] computers with industry-leading error correction fidelity.[2] The company leverages established semiconductor manufacturing processes to help ensure reliability, repeatability, and scalability of the company’s current and future quantum computers.
“This award is a validation of Quantinuum’s leadership in trapped-ion quantum computing,” said Dr. Rajeeb Hazra, President and CEO of Quantinuum. “Together with our domestic partners, we are building the technology and supply-chain foundation needed to scale fault-tolerant systems and strengthen America’s leadership in this strategically important field.”
The award will support R&D that the company expects to help strengthen and diversify its supply chain, adding onshore partners GlobalFoundries and Monarch Quantum. GlobalFoundries will be one of several of Quantinuum’s foundries enlisted to fabricate its next-generation ion traps and other electronics, specifically focused on using 300mm wafer technology; Monarch Quantum plans to develop and manufacture scalable, reliable lasers and optical components required for Quantinuum’s trapped-ion systems.
“As quantum computing moves closer to commercial scale, manufacturing will be critical to unlocking its full potential,” said Tim Breen, CEO of GlobalFoundries. “GlobalFoundries is proud to partner with Quantinuum to help scale their trapped-ion technology. By bringing our expertise in high-volume, differentiated semiconductor manufacturing, we’re helping create a path to more scalable, reliable quantum hardware and advancing the next generation of American innovation.”
“The road to large-scale, trapped-ion quantum computers relies on moving away from complex, sprawling optical setups to scalable, reliable integrated photonics engines,” said Dr. Timothy Day, CEO of Monarch Quantum. “We are honored to expand our partnership with Quantinuum to advance their hardware roadmap and to help strengthen U.S. leadership in quantum computing manufacturing and supply chain resilience.”
Together, these efforts are intended to reduce system complexity and improve component robustness, reliability, and reproducibility, ultimately supporting the continued scaling of trapped-ion quantum computers, while strengthening domestic capability across critical photonics and semiconductor manufacturing.
About Quantinuum
Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company offering a full-stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. The company has commercially deployed multiple generations of trapped-ion based quantum systems built on the well-established QCCD architecture, which it has implemented with novel designs and capabilities to achieve the industry’s highest accuracy levels based on average two-qubit gate fidelity.[3] Quantinuum has active engagements with market leaders across pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, and government and industrial markets, as well as academic and research institutions globally. The company has a global workforce of over 800 employees, including top scientists and researchers. Quantinuum’s headquarters is in Broomfield, Colorado, with additional facilities across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Qatar, and Singapore. For more information, please visit www.quantinuum.com.
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[1] Based on physical two-qubit gate fidelity as of December 31, 2025, according to the 2025 Ransford et al. study.
[2] As of February 25, 2026, according to the 2026 Dasu et al. study.
[3] As of December 31, 2025.
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8, Sep 2026
transcosmos launches trans-AI Chat, a generative AI chatbot, in Indonesia
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Sept 08: transcosmos announced the official launch of trans-AI Chat, a generative AI-powered chatbot, in Indonesia. Unlike conventional chatbots that rely on predefined scripts and conversation flows, trans-AI Chat leverages the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) to understand conversational context, recognize customer intent, and generate dynamic, human-like responses.
The solution offers a range of intelligent capabilities that enable organizations to create more proactive, data-driven customer experiences. These include AI Follow-up Message Automation, which automatically sends personalized follow-up messages such as order status updates or product recommendations based on previous interactions; AI Evaluation, which continuously monitors AI responses to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with the company’s knowledge base; and Unknown Keyword Detection, which automatically identifies new questions, phrases, or topics the AI cannot yet answer, enabling organizations to continuously enrich and improve their knowledge base. One of trans-AI Chat’s key differentiators is its intelligent escalation capability, which seamlessly transfers conversations to human agents whenever empathy, complex decision-making, or specialized support is required. The complete conversation history and contextual information are automatically passed to the agent, eliminating the need for customers to repeat themselves. Developed around the concept of collaborative intelligence, this approach enables seamless collaboration between AI and human agents while ensuring a consistently high-quality customer experience across every touchpoint. Designed with high implementation flexibility, trans-AI Chat can be deployed across a wide range of industries, including banking, telecommunications, retail, FMCG, and automotive. The solution is particularly well suited for managing high volumes of customer interactions, ranging from financial service simulations and account management to interactive lead qualification. As a leading CX and digital business services provider, transcosmos delivers integrated solutions that support various aspects of clients’ business operations in the Indonesian market. The company has earned several accolades, including Platinum Winner for Contact Center Operations and Silver Winner for Employee Engagement at the ICCA Awards—cementing its role as a key player in Indonesia’s CX and BPO industries. transcosmos reaffirms its ambition to be a strategic partner for digital transformation in Indonesia. |
8, Sep 2026
India’s EV Market Gains Momentum as August Sales Rise 53%, Penetration Reaches 12.3 pc
New Delhi, Sep 8: India’s electric vehicle market continued to gain momentum in August, with retail sales rising 52.9 per cent year-on-year to 2,98,448 units, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). The figure marks the strongest August performance for EVs so far.
EVs accounted for 12.3 per cent of total vehicle retail sales during the month, up from 9.5 per cent in August last year. The rise shows that electric mobility is gradually becoming a more common choice among Indian consumers.
Electric two-wheelers remained a key driver of the growth, while electric three-wheelers continued to see strong demand in the commercial and last-mile mobility segments. The increasing availability of models, improving charging facilities and growing awareness of lower running costs are helping more buyers consider EVs.
The broader automobile market is also seeing a shift towards alternative powertrains. In August, CNG, hybrid and electric passenger vehicles together accounted for 41.95 per cent of passenger vehicle sales, moving ahead of petrol and ethanol-powered vehicles at 40.85 per cent.
The strong EV performance is significant for the wider auto industry as manufacturers, battery companies, component suppliers and charging operators prepare for rising demand. It also signals that electric vehicles are steadily moving beyond being a niche segment and becoming an important part of India’s mobility market.
With the festive season approaching, sustained consumer demand could provide another boost to EV sales in the coming months. At the same time, expanding charging infrastructure and improving affordability will remain important for maintaining the pace of adoption.
8, Sep 2026
Experts emphasize upon the need for regular physical activity on the occasion of World Physiotherapy Day, at Amity
Amity Institute of Health & Allied Sciences (AIHAS), Amity University Uttar Pradesh Noida campus celebrated World Physiotherapy Day, by organizing a Panel Discussion on the theme, “Role of Physiotherapy and Physical Activity in the Prevention, Management, and Rehabilitation of Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke.” World Physiotherapy Day is observed globally on 8th September each year, providing an important opportunity for physiotherapists worldwide to highlight the vital role the profession plays in keeping people healthy, mobile and independent.
The Panellists included Dr. Abha Sharma, Head of the Department, Physiotherapy, Holy Family Hospital, New Delhi, Dr. Dharam Pani Pandey, Head of the Department, Physiotherapy, Manipal Hospital, New Delhi, Dr. Rahul Kumar Verma, In-charge, Physiotherapy, Government Institute of Medical Sciences, Noida, Dr. Preeti Handa, In-charge, Physiotherapy, Felix Hospital, Noida and Dr. Himani Chauhan, HOD-Physiotherapy, Dharamshila Hospital, New Delhi.
Sharing her views on the topic, Dr. Abha Sharma, stated, “Exercise along with a good diet, healthy lifestyle prevent hypertension, diabetes, obesity. In order to prevent a stroke, stress management is extremely important, a person can meditate, practice yoga or do any other kind of activity for stress management.”
Stressing upon the importance of regular physical activity, Dr. Dharam Pani Pandey, said, “Regular physical activity is one of the most effective ways to prevent diseases and maintain overall health. Exercise works like a natural medicine, strengthening the body, improving immunity and reducing the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.”
Dr. Rahul Kumar Verma, opined, “Physical activity and exercises can prevent cardiovascular diseases. It is essential to exercise every day, even if for 20-30 minutes so that your body remains active and fit. One should go for regular examination of the body including blood sugar, stay hydrated and eat a healthy diet.”
Dr. Preeti Handa, shared, “Proper assessment of a patient is extremely crucial so that physiotherapists know which exercise will suit them since all exercises are not meant for all patients. After assessing the patient, they should make a plan which is suitable for the patient.”
Dr. Himani Chauhan, asserted, “Body movement is extremely important if a person wants to remain fit and healthy. One should walk or do at least one kind of physical activity daily which keeps the body flexible and energetic.”
Welcoming the guests, Dr. Jasobanta Sethi, Director- AIHAS, said, “The event aims to promote awareness of the contribution of physiotherapy and regular physical activity to cardiovascular health, stroke prevention, functional recovery and long-term rehabilitation. The programme will bring together students, faculty members, clinicians and invited experts for academic exchange and community-oriented health activities.”
On this occasion, a Guest Lecture by Dr. Khyatee Sharma, Founder, Pratyaksh Health Care, Delhi On-campus Physiotherapy Camp, Laboratory Tests, a Poster-Making Activity, were also organized. Also present on the occasion were Prof (Dr) B. C. Das- Dean, Health & Allied Sciences, Prof. (Dr.) S. K. Srivastava, Mentor, AIHAS, faculty and students of AIHAS.
8, Sep 2026
Yoga for a Healthier Mind and Body: A Simple Habit for Stress, Fitness and Wellbeing
In a fast-moving world filled with work pressure, long hours in front of screens and little time to slow down, maintaining both mental and physical health can be a challenge. Yoga offers a simple way to bring movement, breathing and mindfulness into everyday life, helping people create a healthier balance between the mind and body.
Unlike workouts that focus mainly on physical strength, yoga combines body movements with controlled breathing and mental awareness. This combination can make the practice useful not only for staying active but also for managing everyday stress and improving overall wellbeing.
For many people, one of the biggest challenges of modern life is an overcrowded mind. Thoughts about work, family, finances and the future can continue long after the day is over. Yoga encourages people to concentrate on their breathing and movements, giving the mind an opportunity to step away from these constant distractions.
Breathing exercises and meditation can further support relaxation. By slowing the pace of breathing and paying attention to the present moment, people may find it easier to manage stress and develop a greater sense of calm. Research has found potential benefits of yoga for stress management, although the strength of evidence varies across studies.
The benefits may also extend to heart health. A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis involving 30 randomised controlled trials and more than 2,200 participants found that yoga was associated with reductions in blood pressure among people with prehypertension or hypertension. However, researchers rated the overall quality of evidence as very low, highlighting the need for larger and better-designed studies.
This means yoga can be a useful addition to a healthy lifestyle, but it should not be treated as a replacement for prescribed medicines or medical treatment. People with high blood pressure should continue to follow their doctor’s advice while using appropriate physical activity and stress-management practices as part of their overall care.
Yoga can also help people stay physically active without putting excessive strain on the body. Different poses work different muscle groups while improving flexibility, balance and body awareness. Regular practice can be particularly useful for people who spend much of their day sitting at a desk or working on computers.
Another advantage is that yoga does not necessarily require a gym or expensive equipment. A quiet space and a few minutes of regular practice can be enough to get started. Beginners can begin with gentle stretches and breathing exercises before gradually moving towards more challenging postures.
A simple daily routine could include a few minutes of gentle movement, followed by slow breathing and a short period of relaxation. The aim is not to perform complicated poses but to build a routine that feels comfortable and can be maintained consistently.
The growing popularity of yoga reflects a broader shift in the way people think about health. Staying fit is no longer only about physical exercise. Mental wellbeing, stress management, sleep, nutrition and regular movement all contribute to a healthier lifestyle.
Yoga brings several of these elements together. It gives the body a chance to move while giving the mind a chance to slow down.
Ultimately, yoga is not about achieving a perfect posture or completing an intense workout. Its real value lies in developing a regular habit of movement, breathing and awareness. For someone dealing with the pressures of everyday life, even a few quiet minutes on a yoga mat can become a meaningful step towards feeling healthier, calmer and more balanced.
8, Sep 2026
MEXC Launches “Trade Wall Street Without Walls” to Break Traditional Barriers to Stock Market Participation
74.2% of surveyed TradFi users have shifted some or all traditional asset trading activity to crypto exchanges, reflecting growing demand for more flexible market access
MUTSAMUDU, Comoros, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, today launched “Trade Wall Street, Without Walls.” The campaign highlights how crypto-native trading is reducing traditional barriers to stock market participation, including access, fees and limited trading hours. As crypto exchanges expand into traditional assets, retail users are gaining more flexible ways to access and trade global market opportunities.
The campaign comes amid a broader shift in how investors trade traditional financial assets. Recent research from MEXC and CoinGecko found that 74.2% of surveyed users with traditional finance experience had shifted some or all of their traditional asset trading activity to crypto exchanges. Among the biggest frustrations users cited with traditional brokerages were limited trading hours, at 58.8%, and high fees, at 54.7%. In contrast, 24/7 market access and more competitive fees ranked among the leading reasons users chose to move traditional asset trading activity to centralized exchanges.
The findings point to a change that goes beyond simply making more assets available on crypto platforms. Investors are not only looking for more assets. They are also looking for a different way to access and trade them. The always-on, lower-friction trading experience developed in crypto is increasingly influencing expectations across a broader financial landscape, particularly as users move more easily between crypto, stocks, commodities, tokenized assets and other markets.
“Trade Wall Street, Without Walls.” brings this shift to life through five traditional market “walls”: the Access Wall, Fee Wall, Time Wall, Capital Wall and Direction Wall. Together, they represent common constraints that have historically shaped retail participation in stock markets, from where and when users can trade to the costs, capital requirements and trading strategies available to them. The campaign highlights how crypto-native market infrastructure is beginning to reduce these frictions and create more flexible ways for retail users to participate in traditional financial opportunities.
On MEXC, this evolution is reflected in a growing range of stock-related products and participation models across different stages of the market. The MEXC Stock Ecosystem spans the full market lifecycle, from Pre-IPO to IPO and Post-IPO, including Pre-IPO Futures and Pre-IPO Launchpad for the Pre-IPO stage, IPO Launchpad and IPO Express for the IPO stage, and RealStocks, Tokenized Stocks, and Stock Futures for Post-IPO markets. Bringing private-market themes, public equities and derivatives into a more integrated trading environment. Selected products also offer features such as 0-fee trading, USDT-based participation, extended or around-the-clock market access, and the ability to take both long and short positions, giving users more flexibility in how they respond to different market conditions. Product availability and trading conditions may vary by region and product.
“The biggest change is not simply that more traditional assets are becoming available on crypto platforms. It is that the way retail users access and trade those assets is changing,” said Vugar Usi Zade, CEO of MEXC. “For decades, traditional markets have been shaped by boundaries around access, time, cost, capital and direction. Crypto-native infrastructure gives us an opportunity to rethink many of those constraints and build a market experience that is more open, flexible and responsive to the needs of retail users.”
The shift also reflects a broader convergence between crypto and traditional finance. As centralized exchanges evolve from crypto-only trading venues into broader multi-asset platforms, the distinction between where users trade crypto and where they access traditional assets is becoming less rigid. For retail investors, this means the value of a platform is increasingly defined not only by the number of assets it offers, but also by how easily users can move across different markets, respond to opportunities and manage capital within a single trading environment.
At the same time, reducing structural barriers is only one part of broader market participation. As crypto-native users gain access to more stocks and traditional financial products, the ability to understand different markets, evaluate opportunities and assess risk becomes increasingly important. Alongside “Trade Wall Street, Without Walls.”, MEXC is also introducing Opportunity Compass, a global markets education initiative designed to help users build a more systematic understanding of asset classes, market drivers, emerging financial models and risk in an increasingly multi-asset environment.
About MEXC
Founded in 2018, MEXC is a leading global multi-asset trading platform built as your 0-fee gateway to infinite opportunities. Serving users across 170+ markets, MEXC provides simple and efficient access to crypto, stocks, tokenized assets, derivatives, and a growing range of TradFi-linked opportunities through one account and one gateway.
With 0 trading fees, deep liquidity, broad asset coverage, and a high-performance trading experience, MEXC is designed for retail users who want to discover earlier, act faster, and trade with fewer barriers. As crypto and traditional finance continue to converge, MEXC is committed to making global opportunities more accessible, helping users trade freely and MEXCmize every opportunity.
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8, Sep 2026
HDFC Life’s latest campaign reiterates the importance of financial preparedness to deal with life’s uncertainties
MUMBAI, India, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HDFC Life, one of India’s leading life insurance companies, through its latest campaign touches upon the need for financial preparedness to face the uncertainties of life as life does not give time to prepare.
Every individual strives to protect their loved ones, and part of that responsibility is ensuring their long-term financial security. HDFC Life continuously endeavours to spread awareness on the need for financial protection through Term insurance.
The latest campaign highlights the importance of preparing for life’s uncertainties, reminding individuals that once the unexpected occurs, there is often little room to act. It encourages timely protection by emphasising that preparedness must come first. Term insurance is one such financial planning instrument that ensures that one is financially prepared at all times and for any situation life throws at them.
Term insurance plans in India are amongst the most cost-effective financial security products in the world. Affordability has further improved with the recent exemption in GST ensuring term plans are more attractive than before. Also, the digital platform and our multi-channel tie-ups make them more accessible. Thus, encouraging individuals to secure the financial future for their families.
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Campaign available in 9 Languages.
Speaking on the campaign, Pritika Shah – Head of Marketing & CSR, HDFC Life, said, “As individuals, our families matter the most, and it is our responsibility to ensure they remain secure even in our absence. This campaign is rooted in the understanding that life doesn’t always give time to prepare, making timely planning for protection all the more important. We hope this message will resonate with consumers and enable them to appreciate the need for term insurance.”
The high-decibel multimedia campaign will be amplified across television, digital, and OTT platforms along with outdoor media in key cities and select airports, driving nationwide reach and engagement.
About HDFC Life
Established in 2000, HDFC Life is a leading, listed, long-term life insurance solutions provider in India, offering a range of individual and group insurance solutions that meet various customer needs such as Protection, Pension, Savings, Investment, Annuity and Health. The Company has over 75 products (individual and group products) including optional riders in its portfolio, catering to a diverse range of customer needs.
HDFC Life continues to benefit from its increased presence across the country, having a wide reach with branches and additional distribution touchpoints through several new tie-ups and partnerships. The count of distribution partnerships is over 500, comprising banks, NBFCs, MFIs, SFBs, brokers, new ecosystem partners amongst others. The Company has a strong base of financial consultants.
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8, Sep 2026
NMIMS School of Business Management Earns a Place Among Financial Times’ Top 100 Global Business Schools 2026
MUMBAI, India, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The School of Business Management (SBM) at SVKM’s NMIMS University has earned a place among the world’s leading business schools in the Financial Times Masters in Management (MiM) Ranking 2026, reinforcing its continued standing among globally recognised institutions for management education.
In the 2026 ranking, NMIMS SBM has been ranked 73rd globally and 10th among Indian institutes featured in the ranking, marking a significant improvement in its global standing. The School has moved up 21 places from 94th in the FT Masters in Management Ranking 2024 to 73rd in 2026.
The latest ranking highlights NMIMS SBM’s performance across key indicators of management education and graduate outcomes, particularly career progression, salary growth, employment outcomes and diversity. The 2026 ranking reflects the career progression and professional outcomes of NMIMS SBM’s 2023 alumni, providing an important measure of the School’s impact on graduates’ career journeys.
Among the key highlights, NMIMS SBM has been ranked 29th globally for Career Progress, placing it among the strongest-performing institutions globally on this parameter. The School has recorded a 47.70% increase in alumni salaries, with its weighted salary standing at US$127,988. The ranking also records 100% employment within three months of graduation, based on data covering 92% of the latest graduating class.
Key highlights from the Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking 2026:
- Overall global rank: 73rd
- Rank among Indian institutes: 10th
- Career Progress: 29th globally
- Salary percentage increase: 47.70%
- Weighted salary: US$127,988
- Employment within three months: 100%
- Female Faculty: 58%
- Female Students: 38%
- Women on School’s Board: 29%
- Faculty with doctoral qualifications: 91%
- Overall Student Satisfaction: 8.65/10
- ESG and Net-Zero Teaching: 62nd globally
- Carbon Footprint: 73rd globally
The School has also demonstrated strong performance on diversity indicators. Women constitute 58% of the faculty, the highest among the Indian institutes featured in the 2026 ranking, while female students account for 38% of the cohort and women constitute 29% of the School’s board.
The ranking further reflects the School’s academic strength and student experience, with 91% of faculty holding doctoral qualifications and an overall student satisfaction score of 8.65 out of 10. NMIMS SBM has also been ranked 62nd globally for ESG and Net-Zero Teaching and 73rd globally for Carbon Footprint, reflecting its focus on sustainability and responsible management education.
Prof. Sougata Ray, Vice Chancellor, SVKM’s NMIMS University, said, “NMIMS’s legacy of over four and a half decades in management education is built on academic excellence, industry relevance and a commitment to preparing future-ready leaders. The continued recognition of NMIMS SBM by the Financial Times reflects this enduring legacy and the collective efforts of our faculty, students and alumni. The School’s progress in the 2026 ranking is a testament to its sustained focus on academic rigour, career outcomes and global relevance. We remain committed to building on this foundation and strengthening our global standing in management education.”
Dr. Veena Vohra, Dean – Accreditation and Strategic Initiatives, NMIMS SBM, said, “This recognition reflects SBM’s sustained focus on academic excellence, global relevance and strong career outcomes. Our progress in the Financial Times ranking reinforces the impact of our strategic initiatives and industry-aligned approach to management education. We remain committed to strengthening our academic ecosystem and global benchmarks. Our focus will continue to be on creating meaningful and lasting outcomes for our students and the industry.”
The Financial Times Masters in Management Ranking evaluates leading business schools globally across a range of parameters covering salary outcomes, career progression, employment, value for money, careers services, alumni networks, international exposure, gender diversity, faculty qualifications, ESG and Net-Zero teaching and carbon footprint. The 2026 ranking also captures indicators including salary today, salary percentage increase, employment at three months, career progress, overall satisfaction, international mobility and faculty composition.
The recognition further reinforces NMIMS SBM’s focus on combining academic rigour with industry relevance and career-oriented learning. Over the years, the School has continued to evolve its curriculum, pedagogy and industry engagement to equip students with the capabilities required to navigate an increasingly dynamic and interconnected business environment.
The School’s 21-place improvement in the global ranking, from 94th in 2024 to 73rd in 2026, reflects its continued progress across key dimensions of management education and graduate outcomes. The latest ranking builds on NMIMS SBM’s previous recognition among the Financial Times’ global Top 100 Masters in Management institutions.
NMIMS SBM’s strong performance in Career Progress, where it ranks 29th globally, further underlines the School’s focus on enabling meaningful professional outcomes for its graduates. Alongside this, the School’s salary growth, weighted salary and employment outcomes demonstrate the continued relevance of its management education to the evolving needs of industry.
The recognition also builds on NMIMS SBM’s previous appearances in the Financial Times ranking. The School was ranked among the global Top 100 in 2022 and subsequently maintained its position in the ranking for three consecutive years, with its 2024 ranking of 94th globally marking its third consecutive year among the Financial Times’ Top 100 Masters in Management institutions. NMIMS’s official SBM pages currently record the 2024 FT position as 94th and describe it as the School’s third consecutive year in the Top 100.
As NMIMS SBM continues to strengthen its academic ecosystem, the recognition underscores its commitment to developing future-ready business leaders through a combination of academic excellence, experiential learning, industry engagement and a strong focus on career outcomes.
About NMIMS School of Business Management
Founded in 1981, the School of Business Management (SBM) at NMIMS Mumbai is a reputed private business school in India, committed to high-quality education and research, social impact creation, and maintaining a strong reputation for consistent, high-quality graduate outcomes. SBM offers a wide range of doctoral and management programmes, including its flagship MBA and specialised MBA programmes in Human Resources, Pharmaceutical Management, Healthcare Management, Business Analytics, and Digital Transformation, along with part-time and executive programmes like the MBA (Part-Time) in Social Entrepreneurship and the MBA (NEx).
Consistently ranked among India’s top 10–25 B-schools and top 5 private B-schools across NIRF, Business Today, and The Week’s 2025 surveys, SBM holds EQUIS accreditation (awarded in 2024, making it the seventh B-school in India and only the second private institution to receive this distinction), affirming its strong resolve toward academic and research excellence, robust connections with the world of practice, and high-impact social initiatives.
SBM was re-accredited by AACSB in 2023 — the first B-school in Western India to achieve this honour for a second consecutive time — and its flagship MBA programme has featured in the Financial Times Global Masters in Management rankings every year since 2022, placing in the top 100 globally for three consecutive years through 2024.
An enriching learning ecosystem, highly qualified and dedicated faculty, strong industry linkages, and a progressive, illustrious alumni network are the hallmarks of SBM Mumbai’s enduring legacy.
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8, Sep 2026
Chandigarh University’s 50 Students to Study in Top Universities of UK, Canada, Germany, France
Students to Gain Global Academic Exposure in Emerging Domains including Deep-Tech, Aerospace, AI & Data Science at Prestigious Universities
CHANDIGARH, India, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Marking another significant stride in its efforts to provide students with global academic exposure, Chandigarh University has sent 50 students to pursue higher studies and take up international academic programmes at 27 prestigious global universities across 10 countries.
A grand departure ceremony was organized at Chandigarh University for campus programmes ranging students departed for countries including Canada, France, Germany, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan and the United Kingdom to pursue their higher studies at top-ranked universities in these countries where they will gain international academic exposure through programmes ranging from semester exchange and research internships to international transfer and higher education opportunities. The students are part of Chandigarh University’s September Intake 2026 (SEP Intake 2026) for international academic mobility programmes.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Rajan Sharma, Executive Director, Department of International Affairs, Chandigarh University, said, “It is always a profoundly proud moment for us when we see that our students step onto the global stage. This September Intake 2026 more than 50 of our students have departed to pursue international education exposure at 27 prestigious universities in 10 countries. Each of these students is not only taking a major step forward in his or her educational journey but is also carrying the talent, ambition and spirit of Chandigarh University to the global stage.”
Prof. Sharma said, “Taiwan and France have emerged as the leading destinations, with 22 students travelling to Taiwan and 14 to France, two countries account for around 74% of the intake. Asia accounts for 23 students representing 47% of the cohort followed by Europe with 21 students or 43%. North America accounts for three students or 6% while Russia accounts for two students or 4%.”
The outgoing cohort represents a diverse range of academic disciplines including B.E. Computer Science Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, Aerospace Engineering, Data Analytics, Biotechnology, Psychology, MBA, BBA, B.Sc. Animation, VFX & Gaming, Forensic Science, Hospitality & Hotel Management and Travel & Tourism.
“The diversity of destinations clearly shows the growing confidence of our students in exploring academic opportunities across different regions of the world. Apart from Taiwan and France, our students are travelling to Canada, Germany, Poland, Russia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. This exposure to different academic systems, cultures, research environments and professional practices will help them develop a truly international outlook and build capabilities that go far beyond the classroom,” Prof. Sharma added.
“Providing global academic exposure to students is one of the major cornerstones of the academic ethos nurtured at CU and as part of this commitment, the university has facilitated international academic opportunities for more than 2,450 students over the last 12 years by allowing them to study at prestigious global universities and established 540 international collaborations to offer students the opportunity to study at prestigious global universities in over 100 countries including USA, Australia, Canada, UK, Europe and across six continents of the world.”
The Semester Exchange Programme is the largest international mobility programme in the September Intake 2026 with 27 students followed by the International Transfer Programme (ITP) with eight students and Research Internship opportunities with seven students. In addition, four students have departed under Short-Term Programmes, while one student has travelled under the Taiwan Experience Education Programme (TEEP), Master’s Abroad and Semester Abroad Programme. Chandigarh University’s international programmes facilitate student mobility, higher studies, exchange programmes, internships and other collaborative academic opportunities with universities across the world.
“One of the strongest outcomes is that nearly 92% of the students secured placements at our partner universities. The International Transfer Programme, Short-Term Programme, Master’s Abroad and Semester Abroad Programme have recorded 100% placements at partner universities. In the Semester Exchange Programme, 26 out of 27 students have been placed at partner universities,” Prof. Sharma said.
Prof. Sharma said, “What makes this cohort particularly significant is its multidisciplinary approach from deep-tech research, data science and aerospace innovation to biotechnology, global business, behavioural sciences, hospitality and creative technologies our students are entering international classrooms and research environments across diverse disciplines. They will gain hands-on exposure to advanced laboratories, research centres and technology hubs while also building international networks and developing cross-cultural competencies. Through these opportunities, our students are gaining academic and research exposure that will strengthen their professional capabilities and prepare them for international careers.”
About Chandigarh University
Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.
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