Chandigarh University’s Architecture Students Secure 217 Placements in Leading Architecture Firms

Architecture Students Placed in Leading Firms Shapoorji Pallonji, Mahindra & Mahindra, Stonex & Tata Consulting Engineers; Students Secure Package of ₹12 LPA

University students launch 5 Entrepreneurial architect Ventures

CHANDIGARH, India, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The rapidly evolving architecture, construction, infrastructure and design sectors have given rise to the demand for specially trained professionals who can combine their design thinking with technical competence, practical exposure and industry readiness.

Aligned with the evolving needs of the architecture and built-environment sector, the University Institute of Architecture (UIA) at Chandigarh University has integrated industry exposure and experiential learning into its Bachelor of Architecture programme with 217 students securing placements over the last four years.

The placement performance of students of Architecture at Chandigarh University has remained consistently strong with 52 students placed from the 2023 batch, 49 from the 2024 batch, 56 from the 2025 batch and 60 from the 2026 batch, reflecting a steady rise in the number of graduates entering professional careers. The department has also recorded a highest annual package of ₹12 lakh, showcasing the professional competence and industry acceptance of its graduates.

The UIA students have secured opportunities with leading organisations across architecture, infrastructure, construction, design, real estate and allied sectors, including Tata Consulting Engineers, Shapoorji Pallonji, Mahindra & Mahindra, Stonex, FivD, Intec Infra, Damsun India, The Wave Group, Confluence Consultancy Services, Sanrachna Builders, CtrlS Group of Companies and Gauri Khan Design, among others.

Among the most notable placement achievements, Satyabrata Mohanty, one of the students at UIA, Chandigarh University secured a position as Junior Architect with CtrlS Group of Companies with an annual package of ₹12 lakh, emerging as one of the highest paid UIA graduates. Riya Thakur secured a job offer from Stonex at an annual package of ₹9 lakh while Gantavya joined Intec Infra at ₹7.20 lakh per annum. Shriyanshi Tiwari secured an opportunity with FivD, while several other graduates have obtained positions with leading architecture, infrastructure and design organisations.

The department’s placement engagement with industry has included Tata Consulting Engineers in 2023; Sanrachna Builders and Cargaison Express in 2024 and India Eye Institute (MAQ Software), Mahindra & Mahindra, Sanrachna Builders, Confluence Consultancy Services, Cosmo Sunshield, Arkance, Damsun India, Homevista Decor and Furnishing (HomeLane) and Stonex India in 2025. The 2026 placement cycle further saw participation from DLF, Value Drive Technology, The Wave Group, Cosmo Sunshield, Studiokon Venture, Gold Plus Glass Industry, FivD, Stonex, UltraTech and Intec Infra. UIA graduates are working as architects, senior architects, project architects, designer architects and junior architects across cities including Delhi, Gurugram, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Ludhiana, Chandigarh and Mohali among others.

Graduates have also moved into leadership and multidisciplinary roles, with Shubham Popli serving as CEO of ARC 18 and several alumni establishing their own professional ventures. Berisha Peral is working as Senior Architect with Tata Consulting Engineers in Bengaluru at a current package of ₹7 lakh while Arshi Nigam, also associated with Tata Consulting Engineers, is working as Senior Architect in Ludhiana at ₹7 lakh. Gunjan is working as Designer Architect with Spacewood in Delhi at ₹9 lakh, while Vedant Tandon is serving as Project Architect with Shapoorji Pallonji in Pune at ₹7 lakh. Shreyash Sachdeva has progressed to the position of Senior Architect at Gauri Khan Design in Mumbai with a current package of ₹12 lakh. UIA’s placement outcomes are complemented by a strong emphasis on mandatory professional internship, with the 24-week internship providing students an opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to professional architectural practice, government organisations and multidisciplinary consultancies. A total of 99 students completed their internships in 2025 and 2026.

Among other notable student achievements, Khushi Garg, one of the students received Best Thesis Award at the Zonal NASA Competition for her thesis ‘Subhuti – Rehabilitation Center for Women in the serene realm of Vrindavan’, emerging as the winner amidst entries from more than 40 architecture institutions.

Another notable student project, Deepti Goel’s ‘Azure Ramganga Promenade’, was presented to the Mayor of Bareilly where it received wide appreciation and was subsequently referred to the Tourism Department for consideration. The project was also featured in the Ethos Empowers Thesis Feature 2026.

Biswajit Das, recipient of the Indian Institute of Architects (IIA) Medal 2025 for Best Outgoing Student, has established himself as the Co-founder of ARKASA – Space Architecture Design Research Labs and serves as an ISRO Space Tutor.

Beyond conventional architectural sector, Chandigarh University students have also entered government service with Jaspreet Singh, Anurag Kumar and Mohit Kapoor joining the Indian Army, with Mohit Kapoor serving as a Lieutenant and Jaspreet Singh serving as a Captain.

The entrepreneurial achievements of students of Architecture department of Chandigarh University further strengthen the institute’s emphasis on independent professional practice and innovation. The graduates from UIA department including Kalava, Biswajit, Arkajit, Anurag and Rahul Garg have established or are associated with professional ventures such as Terra Space Studio, ARKASA (Space Architecture), The Form & Void Studio, The Vastushilpa and Dwarabyra.

The institute continues to strengthen academic and professional engagement through collaborations with leading organisations and professional bodies including the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), ASHRAE, Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA), Arkance, NPC India and Architectural Preservation Studio, New York. These collaborations provide students and faculty opportunities for professional development, research, industry interaction, exposure to emerging practices and international academic engagement.

The combination of sustained placement performance, structured professional internships, industry-led recruitment, design achievements, entrepreneurial initiatives and professional collaborations has strengthened the University Institute of Architecture’s focus on preparing graduates for the evolving demands of the architecture and built-environment sector. With graduates progressing across architecture firms, infrastructure companies, corporate organizations, government services and independent design practices, UIA continues to expand the career opportunities available to its students.

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.

Website address: https://www.cuchd.in/

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Mana Unveils The Right Life’s Forest Province with ₹3,101 Crore GDV, Strengthening Its Nature-Led Luxury Portfolio in Bengaluru

~A thoughtfully designed 10-acre residential province centred around a 1+acre urban forest, blending community living, green spaces, and contemporary high-rise design~

BENGALURU, India, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As homebuyers increasingly seek residences that go beyond conventional apartment living, there is a growing preference for integrated townships that offer a balanced lifestyle combining nature, community, safety, and long-term value. In Bengaluru, this shift is driving demand for developments that seamlessly integrate green spaces, social infrastructure, and modern conveniences within a single, cohesive ecosystem.

Aligned with this evolving aspiration, Mana Skanda has launched Forest Province, a premium 10-acre residential enclave within The Right Life, a large master-planned township. With an estimated Gross Development Value (GDV) of ₹3,101 crore, the project will comprise approximately 1,052 Units with a total saleable area of around 2,434,025 sq. ft. Envisioned as a private and serene province within a vibrant urban ecosystem, Forest Province brings together nature-led planning, high-rise living and community-focused design.

An Integrated Address Within a Larger Ecosystem

Strategically positioned within a 100+ acre integrated development, Forest Province offers residents the advantage of living within a well-connected and self-sustained environment. Located close to the township’s grand entrance and upcoming office developments, the enclave ensures enhanced live-work convenience while maintaining a sense of exclusivity and privacy.

East Bengaluru’s Next Phase of Residential Evolution

Once driven primarily by IT-led growth, East Bengaluru has transformed into a well-rounded residential corridor supported by strong social infrastructure, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and retail destinations. This evolution continues to attract homebuyers seeking integrated communities that offer both connectivity and a high quality of life.

Commenting on the launch, D. Kishore Reddy, CMD, Mana Projects, said: “Forest Province is envisioned as a space where residents can reconnect with nature without stepping away from the city. With the central forest, pedestrian-first design, and thoughtfully planned community spaces, the development reflects our belief that modern luxury lies in creating environments that are calm, connected, and designed for long-term well-being.”

A Forest-Led Living Experience

At the heart of Forest Province lies a 1+ acre ground-level forest—an expansive green zone equivalent to nearly 15 tennis courts—designed as a living ecological core. With over 1,000 trees, shrubs, and plants, the forest is curated to reflect natural biodiversity, creating a dense, evolving habitat that enhances air quality, visual appeal, and overall well-being. Inspired by the Miyawaki forest approach, the dense green cover also helps create a cooler, quieter microclimate while bringing nature closer to everyday living. This nature-first approach extends across the development through landscaped zones and open spaces, creating a seamless connection between residents and their surroundings.

High-Rise Living, Reimagined for Space and Light

Forest Province features eight residential towers rising up to 33 floors, with just four residences per floor, ensuring privacy and exclusivity. The homes comprise large-format 3, 3.5 & 4BHK configurations ranging from approximately 1,700 to 2,800 sq. ft., designed to maximise space, natural light, and ventilation. Contemporary layouts, larger windows, and refined interiors offer a living experience that balances comfort with functionality.

A key highlight of the development is its vehicle-free podium design, which prioritises safety, walkability, and cleaner living environments. Vehicular movement is directed to basement levels through dedicated ramps, allowing the podium to remain free of traffic, creating quieter and more community-friendly spaces. Carefully planned circulation ensures smooth movement for both pedestrians and vehicles.

A Multi-Layered Club and Lifestyle Offering

Spanning over 46,000 sq. ft., the development offers three distinct clubhouses designed to cater to diverse lifestyle needs:

1. Club One: A ground-level clubhouse integrating indoor recreation, swimming pool access, and direct connection to the central forest
2. Sky Club: An elevated lifestyle space offering panoramic views, thoughtfully divided into:
3. Sun Club: Fitness, co-working, and wellness spaces including gym, yoga areas, and library
4. Moon Club: Social and leisure experiences including spa, party zones, performance spaces, and lounges

Together, these spaces create a comprehensive ecosystem for fitness, recreation, work, and social interaction.

A Community-Centric, Future-Ready Living Experience

Forest Province is designed to foster an active and socially engaging lifestyle, with outdoor amenities such as sports courts, fitness zones, children’s play areas, and landscaped spaces that extend living beyond individual homes. As a private enclave within a larger township, it offers a balance of exclusivity and connectivity, bringing together nature, design, and everyday convenience in a calm, well-connected urban setting. Thoughtfully planned spaces encourage everyday interactions while also offering areas for relaxation and quiet reflection, creating a holistic living experience.

About Mana Projects:

Founded in 2000 by Mr. D. Kishore Reddy, Mana Projects has been crafting thoughtfully designed living experiences across Bengaluru for over 26 years. Guided by the philosophy of “The Art of Living Brilliantly,” Mana Projects believes a home is where architecture meets intuition, balancing proportion, natural light and timeless design. With a strong presence across key growth corridors, the brand focuses on creating future-ready communities that elevate everyday living through thoughtful planning, quality construction and enduring elegance.

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nubia Neo 5 Max with 7.5-Inch Display Lands as a New PadPhone Category

SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — nubia, a highly personalized and lifestyle smartphone brand committed to bringing pro-level gaming to everyone, announced the global rollout of nubia Neo 5 Max, introducing a new PadPhone category that combines the expansive viewing experience of a compact tablet with the portable control of a gaming console. Built around a segment-leading 7.5-inch display, nubia Neo 5 Max brings together pad-level immersion, console-level control, immersive audio-visual feedback and AI-powered gaming assistance in one versatile device for gaming, entertainment and everyday productivity.

“As games become more immersive and young players spend more of their digital lives on mobile devices, the gaming smartphone needs to evolve into a true personal hub,” said Bai Keke, Vice President of ZTE. “At nubia, we are committed to making flagship-level gaming technologies accessible to a broader audience. nubia Neo 5 Max brings the PadPhone concept to life by integrating industry-leading control engineering, a pioneering thermal architecture and flagship-level tuning, where players can play harder, watch bigger and do more wherever they are.”

All-in-One Hub with 7.5-inch Display Leads the New Way for Gaming and Living

nubia Neo 5 Max brings the PadPhone concept with its segment-leading 7.5-inch 1.5K display, delivering 27% more visible area than nubia Neo 5 5G. Featuring an 18.7:9 golden aspect ratio for a more focused gaming experience, the device enlarges enemy outlines by 40% in FPS games. It carries SGS-certified hardware-level eye-care certification for full-scene low blue light and true DC dimming, combined with self-developed eye-caring software functions and smart eye-use reminders, keeping players comfortable every round.

Multiple adaptive modes unlock full potentials of the expansive 7.5-inch display, transforming it into a versatile all-in-one hub. Landscape Mode with protective case stand converts it into a personal mini-TV. E-Ink Mode delivers ink-screen-like visuals for eye-comfort reading, while Controller and Streaming Modes provide responsive, low-latency AAA game casting. For ultimate efficiency, Floating Window and Split-Screen Modes enable seamless multitasking.

Console-Level Control Meets Full-Sensory Immersion

nubia Neo 5 Max features Neo Triggers 5.0 with a 990Hz sampling rate and 4.7ms hardware response latency for fast execution across aiming, firing, moving, and skill activation in a flexible four-finger mode. Designed around C-grip holding style, its 7.5-inch golden control ratio expands the touch area by 27% and widens key spacing by 21% over conventional layouts. Magic Touch 3.0 filters accidental inputs from wet or oily fingers, while a high-precision gyroscope sharpens rotational control, and the 360° Game Antenna ensures stable connectivity.

Dual real symmetrical speakers deliver 300% louder volume accompanied by an anti-obstruction audio design. Powered by Dolby Atmos immersive audio, nubia Neo 5 Max delivers a richer sound experience with incredible depth, clarity, and details that connects users more deeply with their favorite games, movies, music, and more. Z-axis linear motor and RGB Eagle Eye lighting complete the gaming experience by providing haptic feedback for in-game actions and dynamic RGB lighting effects.

30,000mm²+ Cooling System and 7,100mAh Dual-Cell Battery for Marathon Gaming

nubia Neo 5 Max pairs a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 6nm chipset, LPDDR5X memory and UFS 2.2 storage with the NeoTurbo Engine for robust performance, steady frame rates and power efficiency. This model is built with a pioneering 30,000mm²+ cooling system that improves heat-dissipation efficiency by 140% through a dual-layer capillary vapor chamber that expands vapor-liquid circulation pathways and a 3D stamped VC panel for faster heat dissipation. AI Game Space 5.0 provides quick access to gaming tools and intelligent assistance. AI Copilot Demi 2.0 acts as a gaming coach and companion, offering real-time guidance, battle updates and game-related support for players.

A 7,100mAh super dual-cell battery distributes power more efficiently, helping reduce heat and support long-term battery reliability during demanding use. While gaming, Bypass Charging powers the device directly without heating the battery. Even at 5% battery, 5% Extreme Mode keeps players gaming for up to 22.9 minutes.

nubia Neo 5 Max is available first in Southeast Asia as part of its global rollout, coming in Shadow Black, Titanium Gold, and Cyber Silver, offering configurations of 20GB (8GB + 12GB) RAM with 256GB storage or 512GB storage.

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Compunnel Doubles Down on its Digital Business to Lead the Enterprise AI Shift

The AI-native digital engineering business unifies four engineering disciplines under its AI-OS™ framework to help enterprises move from AI pilots to measurable, at-scale business value.

NOIDA, India, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Compunnel today announced the restructuring of Compunnel Digital, its digital engineering business, repositioned as an AI-native engineering partner for global enterprises. The repositioning consolidates four engineering disciplines – Applied AI Engineering, Data Platforms & Intelligence, Cloud & Platform Engineering, and Autonomous Quality Engineering – under AI-OS™, the company’s integrated enterprise delivery framework, to help clients move from fragmented AI pilots to industrialized, measurable business value.

The business will deliver this through what it terms an AI-to-Value Factory: a delivery model in which intelligence is engineered, governed, scaled, and continuously measured, rather than deployed as isolated experiments. The approach embeds AI into the software lifecycle by design and scopes every engagement against defined business outcomes.

Market context

Enterprises across sectors are shifting investment from proofs of concept to production-grade AI that must operate under real compliance, resilience, and cost requirements. Compunnel Digital’s repositioning targets that shift, moving clients from digital transformation toward intelligent engineering – where AI, data, automation, platforms, and governance are delivered as one operating capability.

Industry relevance

The repositioning maps to sector-specific outcomes across the industries Compunnel Digital serves:

• Healthcare & Life Sciences: improving compliance, clinical operations, connected health, and patient outcomes.
• Banking & Financial Services: strengthening trust, risk management, resilience, and intelligent operations.
• Consumer (Retail, CPG, EdTech): personalizing experiences, improving loyalty, and unlocking commerce intelligence.
• Manufacturing: improving quality, uptime, productivity, and operational control.

Executive commentary

“Let’s be honest about where enterprise AI is today: most of it is theater, pilots that dazzle in a demo and quietly die before production,” said Sourabh Chongdar, Business Unit Head, Compunnel Digital. “The next decade won’t be won by the companies running the most pilots. It will be won by the few who can industrialize AI – engineered together with the data, cloud, quality, and security to make it hold at scale, and to make it something a CFO can actually measure. That’s the entire reason we rebuilt Compunnel this way: to deliver intelligence as one accountable system, not multiple disconnected projects.”

“Compunnel Digital is central to our growth strategy,” said Rakesh Shah, President and Chief Financial Officer, Compunnel Inc. “This market will be won by firms that prove value, not describe it, and that is the standard we are building the business to meet: transformation at scale, with returns clients can measure.”

About Compunnel

Founded in 1994, Compunnel is a digital engineering, workforce solutions and AI services company serving global enterprises across Banking & Financial Services, Insurance, Healthcare, Life Sciences, MedTech, Retail, EdTech, and Manufacturing. The company specializes in Applied AI Engineering, Data Platforms & Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cloud & Platform Engineering, Autonomous Quality Engineering – delivered through AI-OS™, its integrated enterprise delivery framework. With over three decades of experience in complex, compliance-driven transformation programs, Compunnel’s approach embeds AI into the software lifecycle by design. 23% of Fortune 500 companies work with Compunnel, with a 98% client retention rate. For more information, visit https://digital.compunnel.com/

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IndiaFirst Life launches GOLD Term Plan, Where Protection Goes Beyond Life Cover

MUMBAI, India, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited (IndiaFirst Life), today announced the launch of the IndiaFirst Life GOLD Term Plan, a holistic protection solution that brings together life cover, wellness benefits, and family-focused features in a single offering.

As awareness of financial protection continues to increase, term insurance penetration in India remains relatively low, highlighting a significant opportunity to strengthen financial security for more families. At the same time, customers are increasingly looking beyond basic life cover and seeking solutions that offer greater flexibility, wellness support and long-term value. The IndiaFirst Life GOLD Term Plan has been designed to address these evolving expectations while making protection more relevant across different stages of life.

Commenting on the launch, Varun Gupta, Chief Distribution Officer – Bancassurance, IndiaFirst Life, said, “Protection should not be limited to a financial payout when something goes wrong. It should evolve with customers and create value throughout their journey. The IndiaFirst Life GOLD Term Plan reflects this thinking by combining protection, wellness and flexibility in a single offering. At its heart is a simple belief—do right by the customer, stay true to their needs, and deliver value consistently.”

Sumeet Sahni, Chief Distribution Officer – Agency & Alliances, IndiaFirst Life, said, “Awareness around the importance of financial protection has grown significantly, yet term insurance adoption remains lower than it should be. Customers increasingly expect solutions that go beyond basic life cover and offer greater flexibility and tangible value. The IndiaFirst Life GOLD Term Plan addresses this need by combining protection, wellness and family-focused benefits, helping customers secure their future and navigate life’s responsibilities with greater confidence.”

The IndiaFirst Life GOLD Term Plan is designed for individuals and families seeking protection that goes beyond traditional life cover. By combining financial security, wellness support and family-focused benefits, the plan offers a more holistic approach to protection. The launch further strengthens IndiaFirst Life’s portfolio of customer-centric solutions that help customers navigate life’s responsibilities while securing their future and creating long-term value.

About IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited

Headquartered in Mumbai, IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited (IndiaFirst Life), with a paid-up share capital of INR 754 crores, is one of the country’s youngest life insurance companies. Its current shareholders include Bank of Baroda, Union Bank of India, and Carmel Point Investments India Private Limited, which hold 65%, 09%, and 26% stakes in the company. Carmel Point Investments India Pvt Ltd. is incorporated by Carmel Point Investment Ltd, a body corporate incorporated under the laws of Mauritius and owned by private equity funds managed by Warburg Pincus LLC, New York, United States. The company’s key differentiator is its simple, easy-to-understand products that are fairly priced and efficiently serviced. For details, please visit https://www.indiafirstlife.com/.

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AMGEN TO OPEN NEW SCIENCE & INNOVATION CENTER IN GENOME VALLEY, HYDERABAD

New Site Will Support Global Research and Development Capabilities and Advance Scientific Research

HYDERABAD, India, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) today announced plans to open a new Science and Innovation Center at Genome Valley in Hyderabad. The center will join Amgen’s global Research and Development network, which consists of seven research laboratories, further expanding the company’s research and scientific capabilities.

The new site reflects Amgen’s continued focus on fighting the world’s toughest diseases by harnessing the best of biology and technology. By integrating advanced scientific capabilities with data and digital innovation, the company aims to accelerate the discovery and development of innovative medicines for patients worldwide.

“The new center in Genome Valley expands the way we integrate experimental science with data and technology across our global research capabilities and complements our strong U.S.-based Research and Development footprint,” said Jay Bradner, M.D., executive vice president of Research and Development, Artificial Intelligence and Data at Amgen. “By connecting these capabilities, we can learn faster and translate those insights into innovative medicines for patients.”

“Hyderabad has built one of the world’s strongest life sciences ecosystems, with deep capabilities in pharmaceuticals and vaccines. The next chapter is about taking that strength into discovery and innovation. Amgen’s decision to establish its Science and Innovation Center in Genome Valley reflects Hyderabad’s growing role as a global hub for high-value research, bringing together scientific talent, technology and industry at scale. Our ambition is to make Hyderabad a place where the next generation of medicines and therapies can be discovered, developed and taken to the world,” said Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana.

The center is expected to be operational in 2027, and will bring together scientists and technologists across discovery chemistry, drug metabolism & pharmacokinetics and precision medicine, working closely with Amgen’s research sites around the world. This approach is designed to enhance how medicines are discovered and developed, improving speed, precision, and efficiency.

“This new center reflects Amgen’s commitment to advancing scientific excellence, and India will be an important part of our global R&D network,” said Som Chattopadhyay, senior vice president of Global Business Solutions and national executive at Amgen. “By expanding Amgen’s global research capabilities through its Hyderabad site, we are enabling deep scientific collaboration and look forward to participating in the local innovation ecosystem.”

Genome Valley offers strong scientific expertise and infrastructure, and the new facility will complement Amgen’s existing technology and innovation site in Hyderabad. Together, these sites will enable closer integration of wet-laboratory science with innovative technology, advancing how the company develops medicines.

“Hyderabad’s strong life sciences ecosystem and deep STEM expertise enable us to apply advanced technologies at scale,” said Naveen Gullapalli, managing director, Amgen India. “Our new center at Genome Valley will help integrate biotechnology and digital innovation to serve more patients globally.”

About Amgen 

Amgen discovers, develops, manufactures, and delivers innovative medicines to fight some of the world’s toughest diseases. Harnessing the best of biology and technology, Amgen reaches millions of patients with its medicines.

More than 45 years ago, Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry at its U.S. headquarters in Thousand Oaks, California, and it remains at the cutting edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what is known today. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline and portfolio of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases and obesity-related conditions.

Amgen has been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace culture, including honors from Fast Company and Forbes. Amgen is one of the 30 companies that comprise the Dow Jones Industrial Average®, and it is also part of the Nasdaq-100 Index®, which includes the largest and most innovative non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market based on market capitalization.

For more information, visit Amgen.com and follow Amgen on X, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok and Threads.

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Indian Music Industry Faces ₹350 Crore Annual Sync Revenue Loss

Unlicensed Commercial Use Continues to Go Undetected Across Social Platforms

ContentLens Estimates Global Loss at USD 1 Billion Annually

MUMBAI, India, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Millions of reels are created every single day across social media platforms in India. The scale of unlicensed commercial use of copyrighted music is staggering. Based on revenue-at-risk assessments conducted with leading labels on the platform, the Indian music industry is estimated to be losing upwards of ₹350 crore annually to unlicensed commercial use of its catalogues. And the labels knew this sync revenue loss was happening.

A year ago, ContentLens gave India’s music labels something they had never had: evidence of who is using their tracks across social media and streaming platforms, complete with timestamps and financial profiling of the infringing entity. The platform’s patent-applied IP Detection Engine goes beyond standard audio matching and manual search methods. It also catches slowed versions, remixes, and unauthorised cover tracks and these manipulations routinely slip through conventional mechanism. Four of India’s leading labels and one international major have been on the platform building their detection capability and recovering their lost sync revenues. Now, ContentLens is closing the loop with a fully managed Enforcement Service i.e. the only platform in the market that takes a music rights violation from identification all the way through to settlement, entirely on the label’s behalf. Two labels have already joined ContentLens for this 360-degree detection-to-settlement enforcement.

One large label’s own internal assessment estimated its annual sync revenue at risk at ₹18 crore from social media infringements alone. Extrapolated across India’s music industry using the revenue market share logic, the total exposure runs upwards of ₹350 crore (approximately USD 40 million) every year.

Globally, the problem is far larger. The recorded music industry is valued at USD 31 billion. Applying conservative market share and licensing-awareness adjustments, ContentLens estimates the global sync revenue loss from unlicensed social media usage at approximately USD 1 billion annually, a largely invisible leak that no label, anywhere, has had the tools to address until now.

In their own words:

“Detection without enforcement is just a filing cabinet. We spent the last year proving our technology works at scale. Across the top 100 songs a label gives us, we detect 80-100 infringing videos every month, 98% of them clearly unlicensed. Today we are closing the loop i.e. from formal notices to negotiations and settlements, entirely managed by ContentLens on the label’s behalf. Zero burden on the label’s team. The music industry finally has a platform that does not just watch. It acts.”

–  Rohan Sahu, Founder & CEO, ContentLens

“Every label head I speak to knows their music is being used without permission. Nobody had a way to prove it, quantify it, or act on it. ContentLens has spent the last year doing exactly that with five leading labels. The data points speak for themselves: ₹350 crore in India, USD 1 billion globally – sync revenue that the industry has been leaving on the table, year after year. Every label can run that math against their own market share and see exactly what they stand to earn.”

–  Hari Nair, Strategic Advisor, ContentLens & Former CEO, Tips Music Limited

Your music is already being used. The only question is whether you are going to get paid for it.

About ContentLens

ContentLens (contentlens.ai) is an AI-powered intellectual property protection platform built for the generative AI era, operating across music IP protection, celebrity likeness and deepfake detection, content provenance (C2PA) and watermarking, and counterfeit detection. Headquartered in Bangalore and backed by the NVIDIA Inception Program and Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub, ContentLens serves music labels, celebrity talent, sports organisations, and enterprise brands seeking to protect their IP at scale.

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