Cyclone Arnab: South Coast Railway Cancels 8 Trains, Short-Terminations Announced for 2 More; Check Full Schedule

Koraput, Oct 27: In view of Cyclone Arnab over the Bay of Bengal, the South Coast Railway (SCoR) has announced the cancellation of eight trains and changes to the originating and terminating stations of two others, affecting services connecting Visakhapatnam, Koraput, Kirandul, Bhubaneswar and Jagdalpur.

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According to an official bulletin issued by the South Coast Railway headquarters in Visakhapatnam, the decision has been taken as a precautionary measure amid the prevailing cyclonic conditions. Passengers travelling along the affected routes have been advised to check the latest train updates before commencing their journeys.

List of Cancelled Trains

The following train services will remain cancelled on the specified dates:

Visakhapatnam–Kirandul Night Express (18515): Cancelled from October 29 to November 4.

Kirandul–Visakhapatnam Night Express (18516): Cancelled from October 29 to November 4.

Visakhapatnam–Koraput Passenger (58538): Cancelled from October 27 to October 30.

Koraput–Visakhapatnam Passenger (58537): Cancelled from October 28 to October 31.

Visakhapatnam–Koraput Intercity Express (18512): Cancelled on October 30.

Koraput–Visakhapatnam Intercity Express (18511): Cancelled on October 31.

Visakhapatnam–Kirandul Passenger (58501): Cancelled from October 27 to October 30.

Kirandul–Visakhapatnam Passenger (58502): Cancelled from October 27 to October 30.

Two More Trains to Be Short-Terminated or Short-Originated

Apart from the cancellations, railway authorities have announced operational changes to two services connecting Bhubaneswar and Jagdalpur.

Train No. 18447, Bhubaneswar–Jagdalpur Express: The train will terminate at Rayagada instead of completing its journey to Jagdalpur from October 27 to October 30.

Train No. 18448, Jagdalpur–Bhubaneswar Express: The train will originate from Rayagada instead of Jagdalpur from October 28 to October 31.

These changes mean that passengers travelling to or from stations beyond Rayagada may need to make alternative arrangements during the affected period.

Passengers Advised to Check Train Status

With cyclone-related disruptions expected to affect railway operations, passengers are advised to verify their train schedules, cancellation status and boarding or termination stations through official railway channels before travelling.

Travellers should also check for further advisories from South Coast Railway, as additional operational changes may be announced depending on weather conditions.

HUAWEI WATCH D3 Debuts at ISH-ECS 2026, Bringing Advanced Blood Pressure Monitoring into Everyday Life

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 31st International Society of Hypertension Scientific Meeting and 17th Emirates Cardiac Society Annual Conference (ISH-ECS 2026) took place in Dubai from 22 to 25 October 2026. As a major international gathering dedicated to hypertension, the conference brought together leading organisations and experts from around the world to discuss the latest research and developments in hypertension prevention and management.

International experts presented findings from their research using HUAWEI WATCH D Series wearable blood pressure monitors, highlighting the potential of wearable technology to support blood pressure monitoring and management. Huawei, a member of the International Society of Hypertension (ISH), also showcased its newly launched HUAWEI WATCH D3 at the event. At the Huawei exhibition area, attendees had the opportunity to experience the new device’s medical-grade blood pressure monitoring capabilities across different scenarios first-hand, offering a closer look at how advanced wearable technology can make blood pressure monitoring more convenient and accessible in everyday life.

Huawei Establishes Wearable Blood Pressure Technology Innovation Fund to Advance Research

Hypertension is one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide and a leading risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Despite advances in prevention and treatment, blood pressure control rates remain low globally, highlighting the need for more effective monitoring and management.

To support further research in this field, Huawei has established the Wearable Blood Pressure Technology Innovation Fund in collaboration with ISH. The fund focuses on two key areas: wearable blood pressure measurement and wearable blood pressure management. It aims to encourage innovation, explore new applications for wearable technology, and support advances in hypertension prevention and management worldwide.

At the conference, researchers leading the first three projects selected for funding, from more than 80 applications, were invited to present their work. The projects involve researchers from the University of Colombo in Sri Lanka and the University of Edinburgh in the UK, Peking University People’s Hospital in China, and the University of Cambridge in the UK. The funding will support further research into blood pressure management using HUAWEI WATCH D series devices.

Airbag-Based Wearables Gain Recognition in Hypertension Guidelines 

As wearable health technology continues to advance, wrist-worn blood pressure monitors using inflatable cuffs and oscillometric measurement technology are gaining recognition within the international medical community.

These devices have been addressed in several international guidelines and expert consensus statements, including the European Society of Hypertension’s Wearable Wrist-Watch Type Cuff Oscillometric Blood Pressure Monitors: Consensus Statement, the 2026 ISH Global Hypertension Practice Guidelines, and the HOPE Asia Network Asian Hypertension Guidelines. These publications recognise the potential role of validated wrist-worn oscillometric devices in blood pressure self-monitoring. Experts at the conference also discussed the significance of these developments and their implications for future clinical applications.

In China, the Chinese Guidelines for the Prevention and Management of Hypertension (2024 Edition) included wrist-worn oscillometric blood pressure monitoring for the first time. Meanwhile, the Expert Recommendations for Ambulatory Blood Pressure Measurement Using Wearable Devices recommended the use of smart wearable devices validated against international standards for ambulatory blood pressure monitoring. Together, these developments reflect growing international recognition of the role wearable technology can play in hypertension management.

During the “HUAWEI Wearable Technology” innovation and HUAWEI WATCH D3 experience sessions, HUAWEI experts introduced the technologies and applications behind the company’s approach to comprehensive health management. International hypertension specialists also shared their perspectives on the HUAWEI WATCH D3 and its potential to make blood pressure monitoring more accessible.

Professor Wang Jiguang, President of the Chinese Hypertension Association, noted: “Innovations like Minimally Disruptive ABPM and environmental monitoring reminder by Huawei Watch D3 may be inspiring for shaping a new direction on how future blood pressure management is automated and seamlessly embedded into daily life, via wearable devices”.

Professor George Stergiou, President of the International Society of Hypertension, described the Huawei Watch D3 as a novel, reliable wearable device that provides insights into blood pressure profiles and patterns. He also noted that the European Society of Hypertension (ESH) and the ISH encourages the clinical use of validated wrist-cuff blood pressure monitors, while calling for further research into their implementation in clinical practice.

Professor Maryam Al Saeed of Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences commented, “Dubai Health and Huawei are collaborating on a clinical research initiative to evaluate non-invasive wearable technology for earlier diabetes risk, leveraging real-world health data to advance personalized prevention, enable proactive healthcare, and improve long-term health outcomes across diverse populations.”

HUAWEI WATCH D3 Combines Monitoring with Everyday Convenience

Gong Yuansong, Vice President of Huawei’s Smart Wearable and Sports Health Product Line (Solutions and Ecosystem), delivered a keynote speech at the conference. He highlighted a growing shift in attitudes towards personal health, with people moving beyond treatment towards proactive monitoring and early prevention. Blood pressure management is also evolving, extending beyond individual measurements and hospital visits to become part of everyday health routines.

He added, “Smart wearables and comprehensive health insight capabilities, such as health glance, trends, and readiness scores, are promising to help users understand and gradually act to improve their health span.”

The HUAWEI WATCH D3 is the latest addition to Huawei’s health-focused wearable portfolio. As the third generation of Huawei’s wrist-worn blood pressure monitors, it combines professional measurement capabilities with a lightweight design and features that support everyday blood pressure management.

Equipped with ultra-narrow airbag oscillometric measurement technology, the HUAWEI WATCH D3 also introduces a new mode for measuring blood pressure before and after exercise. By tracking changes in blood pressure in response to physical activity, the feature helps users identify potentially abnormal responses and provides relevant insights and recommendations to support safer, more informed exercise. This mode is the first of its kind in the industry to receive EU CE certification under the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) and Class II medical device registration in China.

HUAWEI has also partnered with Ruijin Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, to launch the Minimally Disruptive ABPM Study. The research initiative is also set to expand to countries including Saudi Arabia and Malaysia through partnerships with local research institutions.

The study explores a hybrid measurement approach that combines all-day photoplethysmography (PPG) monitoring with precise airbag-based oscillometric measurements for calibration. This approach aims to reduce the number of required cuff-based measurements from 27 to 7, helping to minimise disruptions during ambulatory blood pressure monitoring.

The monitoring approach also provides users with a detailed overview of their blood pressure patterns, including 24-hour, daytime and night-time averages, as well as charts showing how their blood pressure changes throughout the day. These insights can help users better understand their blood pressure trends and support long-term management.

From academic exchange to technological innovation, ISH-ECS 2026 highlighted the growing potential of wearable technology to transform blood pressure management. With innovations such as the HUAWEI WATCH D3, Huawei is bringing advanced health monitoring capabilities beyond clinical settings and into everyday life, helping people take a more proactive role in managing their own health.

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Meet the Young AI Entrepreneur Making an Impact: Adhiraj Chauhan

Young entrepreneur Adhiraj Chauhan is harnessing AI to advance mental healthcare, behavioural technology and environmental innovation, while creating opportunities for wider social impact.

NEW DELHI, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For Adhiraj Chauhan, a student at Amity International School, curiosity has been more than an academic pursuit. It has shaped an interest in exploring unfamiliar fields, questioning established approaches and finding practical applications for emerging technologies. That breadth of interest is reflected in his achievements, which include the Startup India (DPIIT) Recognition for AI Venture, India’s Young-Preneur Award, recognition for Most Innovative Solution at the Harvard Sustainability Impact Summit, and a Best Research Paper distinction at the Oxford Global Academic Summit.

Having been selected by NITI Aayog as one of only two students as a speaker at the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, he presented his startup before an audience that included representatives from technology organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Meta and OpenAI. 

His work also drew appreciation from Deepak Bagla, Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission under NITI Aayog, who commended its foresight and nation-building potential.

These achievements build on earlier successes in student innovation and research. Chauhan previously won an IIT innovation competition, received the CSIR Jigyasa Award, and earned the CBSE National Science Fair Award. 

Behind these recognitions is an interest in applying technology to problems that affect people’s everyday lives. One such challenge is access to mental healthcare. India has approximately 0.75 psychiatrists per 100,000 people, against the three per 100,000 recommended by the World Health Organization. The scale of the need becomes more apparent alongside WHO estimates that one in seven adolescents globally experiences a mental health condition. 

It is within this gap between the need for support and the availability of professional care that Chauhan has focused his flagship venture, AIR, an AI-assisted mental health app, developed under his company Delta AI Revolution.

AIR is designed to support users experiencing anxiety, depression and trauma-related challenges. Developed with clinical inputs from Dr. Sandeep Vohra, former Head of Psychiatry at Max and Apollo Hospitals, the platform draws on cognitive behavioural therapy methodologies and counselling frameworks to facilitate structured conversations, document interactions and identify behavioural patterns over time.

According to Delta AI Revolution, AIR has reached more than 40,000 users across seven regional languages. Its approach seeks to reduce barriers associated with cost, geography, language and the stigma surrounding mental healthcare, while recognising that AI-assisted support cannot replace the judgement of qualified professionals in diagnosis and treatment.

The venture has attracted institutional backing through seed-stage funding under the Government of India’s TIDE programme, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Adhiraj Chauhan has subsequently been recognized as the Visionary Young Leader in AI & Innovation at the Outlook Business Awards and as Young AI Entrepreneur of the Year at the BW Businessworld Awards.

His interest in mental healthcare and understanding human behaviour has also led him into the emerging field of behavioural digital representations. Working with a professor from the Wharton School, he is developing AI-powered Digital Twins that model individual preferences, motivations, personality traits and decision-making patterns. Using behavioural frameworks, surveys and validation mechanisms, the technology aims to simulate how individuals might respond in different situations. 

Chauhan’s interest in applying AI to real-world challenges extends beyond human behaviour to the environments on which communities depend. Water quality is one such area, where pollution can disrupt aquatic ecosystems, threaten biodiversity and compromise water sources used for agriculture and human consumption. The scale of the challenge is considerable: according to the Central Pollution Control Board, 296 polluted stretches were identified across 271 Indian rivers, highlighting the importance of timely monitoring and early intervention. 

It is against this backdrop that Adhiraj Chauhan has developed an AI-enabled unmanned marine vehicle designed to assess water quality in real-time. By tracking changing conditions, the technology could help identify emerging pollution concerns and support more informed responses. He has filed a patent for its core technology and licensed it to an external company for commercial deployment.

Chauhan’s entrepreneurial efforts extend beyond his own ventures to creating opportunities for other aspiring founders. Through collaborations with accelerators and mentorship networks, he is working to make entrepreneurial guidance, resources and support more accessible, helping young innovators translate their ideas into viable, sustainable ventures.

Across healthcare, behavioural AI, environmental technology and entrepreneurship, Chauhan’s work reflects a consistent commitment to addressing real-world challenges, using technology to strengthen human capabilities and create opportunities for wider social impact.

About Amity International Schools

Amity International Schools is one of the oldest school chains in Delhi NCR, imparting value-based education with a global perspective.

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IBM Introduces Identity and Control for AI Agents, Securing Frontier Intelligence for the Enterprise

• Enterprises are deploying agents faster than they can verify them. HashiCorp Vault uses Agent Identity to give each agent a governed identity 
• Verified agents still need limits on access. Vault extends its established secrets management to AI agents, built to enforce least-privilege access and enable real-time revocation when an agent attempts an unauthorized action 
• Enterprises can’t scale agents they can’t see, test or account for. IBM watsonx Orchestrate is designed to unify discovery, containment, and evaluation across Amazon Bedrock, Microsoft Foundry and Google Gemini 

ATLANTA, Oct. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At TechXchange 2026, IBM (NYSE: IBM) is announcing new capabilities to help developers, IT and security teams put AI agents to work across business systems with clear authority and accountability. IBM brings together agent discovery, verified identities, access controls and performance evaluation to help organizations understand who owns each agent, control what it can access, and trace its actions across existing applications and infrastructure.  

According to Gartner, by 2028 the average Fortune 500 enterprise will use over 150,000 AI agents. But only 13% of organizations believe that they have the right AI agent governance in place [1]. Persistent credentials, unclear ownership and disconnected controls make it harder to govern agents as they interact with other agents, invoke tools and act across teams, platforms and clouds. 

“The winners in enterprise AI are changing how their business runs, not simply adding more AI to it,” said Dinesh Nirmal, Senior Vice President, IBM Software. “For agents to take on real work across the systems a company depends on, it requires an AI operating model – one that connects agents to the business’s data, applications and infrastructure and runs them with the same discipline as its most critical systems. Build trust and control into that model, and agents stop being a technology and become a way of doing business.”  

Today’s announcements extend IBM’s portfolio to deliver an AI operating model of four essential systems working together: agents, data, automation and hybrid infrastructure. This starts with the trust and control every agent needs – a verified identity, only the access it needs, and one place to discover, secure and evaluate agents regardless of where they were built. 

Extending HashiCorp Vault to AI agents

HashiCorp Vault manages the secrets and credentials that applications and services use to access business systems. It provides that control through centrally managed secrets, automated rotation for supported credentials, and dynamically generated credentials that expire or can be revoked. These capabilities help reduce the time exposed credentials remain usable and limit access to the permissions configured for each role. 

HashiCorp Vault already secures non-human identities for organizations including ABN AMRO, Adobe, athenahealth, BBVA, BlackRock, Canva, Duke Energy, Expedia, London Stock Exchange, Starbucks, Swiss Federal Railways and Target, across systems that process billions of dollars in transactions [2]. HashiCorp will now extend those capabilities to AI agents, issuing secured, short-lived credentials that limit each agent to what it needs. 

Establishing agent identity and accountability

AI agents are a growing class of non-human identity, alongside applications and services. As they begin acting across business systems, enterprises need a clear record of who owns each agent and what authority it has been granted. HashiCorp is combining governed agent identity with credential controls to help organizations delegate work with defined authority and accountability. 

When used with HashiCorp Vault, Agent Identity establishes the authoritative record for each agent, such as who owns it, its lifecycle status and the authority it has been granted. Built to extend existing identity and security investments, it shares relevant identity and authorization context with Vault’s credential controls – ultimately enforcing least-privilege access and enabling real-time revocation when an agent attempts an unauthorized action. 

Controlling agent credentials and access

Identifying an agent is only the start. Enterprises also need to control the credentials it uses to reach databases, applications and cloud services – and how long those credentials remain valid. As agents invoke tools and act across business systems, their credentials become a critical security boundary. An agent with a long-lived, overprivileged credential can put systems and data at risk if it’s compromised or acts outside its intended task. Enterprises need to establish what each agent’s job is, limit the access it receives and revoke that access when circumstances change. 

These controls extend beyond initial authentication. If an agent attempts to retrieve information or perform actions outside its approved permissions, the access can be denied and session revoked in real time to prevent unauthorized activity. Vault’s short-lived credentials and least-privilege controls can further restrict what an agent accesses and the duration of those permissions.  

Additional capabilities include: 

• Vault 2.2 gives agents their own secured accounts, automatically renews their credentials and incorporates post-quantum encryption for quantum-era threats. 
• Secure Hub (public preview) gives companies centralized visibility across their Vault environments to make it easier to understand operational health, usage and security resources. 

At TechXchange, client speakers will share how they use Vault to secure enterprise applications, workloads and AI agents 

• athenahealth: Automating certificate management with Vault’s PKI engine. 
• Albert Einstein College of Medicine: Applying IBM Verify and Vault to AI agent identity, just-in-time access, dynamic secrets and auditability. 
• Optum: Using Vault Radar to detect exposed secrets and Boundary for just-in-time, identity-based access. 
• Seven-Eleven Japan: Centralizing and encrypting secrets with Vault Enterprise and detecting hardcoded secrets with Vault Radar. 
• Yum! Brands: Building an identity security platform with IBM Verify, with a look ahead to machine identities and secrets management. 

“AI presents extraordinary opportunities to accelerate biomedical research and discovery, but realizing its potential requires a foundation of security, trust, and responsible governance,” said Shailesh M. Shenoy, Assistant Dean for Information Technology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. “In my experience, technologies such as IBM Verify and HashiCorp Vault can play an important role in helping organizations establish the identity, access, and security controls needed to innovate with confidence.”  

Managing agents across platforms

Identity tells organizations what an agent is. But they also need to see every agent they have, wherever it was built. IBM watsonx Orchestrate works across the AI ecosystem, not inside a single vendor’s platform, to give organizations one place to discover, secure and evaluate their agents. Capabilities include: 

• Discover (tech preview): Organizations can’t govern agents they don’t know exist. Orchestrate connects to platforms such as Amazon Bedrock, Microsoft Foundry and Google Gemini to find agents built in third-party environments, so teams can see and manage agents instead of adding them manually. This capability also extends to models and MCP servers. 
• Contain (tech preview): One rogue agent can disrupt others and spread mistakes across the business. Orchestrate now runs agents in isolated sandboxes so a rogue agent can’t interfere with others. Teams also now have access to a kill switch to shut down any agent. 
• Evaluate: Agents that aren’t tested and tracked can quietly drift off course and increase costs. Teams using Orchestrate can now test the quality, accuracy and compliance of agents, models and MCP servers before deployment, then monitor them in production. Built-in cost tracking shows each agent’s model and token use, so teams can spot what’s driving spend and fix it. 

Orchestrate also works with Vault’s credential controls and Agent Identity to establish what each agent’s job is, govern its authority and enforce least-privilege credential access. Together, these controls help organizations authorize and audit agent actions and rapidly revoke trust and credentials when risk changes. 

Connecting agents to the business

Once agents are authorized to use a company’s APIs and tools, they need to know what already exists, how systems connect, what can be reused safely and what their actions could affect. IBM Integration Intelligence Hub is built to provide that knowledge through its Unified Context Engine, so agents can fix problems like stuck messages or deploy an API using what’s already in place. Skills, approval policies and audit controls keep those actions in check. Instead of rebuilding for AI, organizations can put agents to work on the systems they already depend on. 

Scaling agents with NVIDIA

Agent Identity and HashiCorp Vault integrate with NVIDIA OpenShell secure runtime software, the foundation of the NVIDIA OpenShell Architecture. Together, they pair a protected environment for agents to run in with a verified identity and short-lived credentials for every agent, so each action can be traced, limited and reviewed. 

“Businesses need enforceable control over how agents operate and what they can access,” said John Fanelli, vice president, enterprise software, NVIDIA. “Our work with IBM combines NVIDIA OpenShell’s policy-governed runtime with Agent Identity and HashiCorp Vault to help enterprises scale AI agents with secure execution, verified identities and tightly scoped access to business systems.” 

Responding to Emerging Security Threats

When new vulnerabilities are discovered, enterprises must quickly identify affected systems, determine required changes and deploy fixes without disrupting critical operations. In complex environments, this process often involves multiple teams, tools and processes. 

IBM Concert integrates observability, optimization, incident management and security across applications, infrastructure and networks. With AI-powered insights and proof of exploitability, Concert helps teams to identify high-risk vulnerabilities, assess operational impact, and coordinate responses. These capabilities also help organizations address performance, manage costs and maintain resilience in hybrid environments. 

HashiCorp Terraform provides an infrastructure context and governed workflows for change implementation. New features now generally available and in public preview, including Terraform policy, Terraform Developer Portal and Terraform remote MCP server, enable developers and AI agents to access approved configurations and implement infrastructure changes through established controls. Terraform powered by Infragraph also helps teams understand infrastructure relationships and dependencies for more informed decisions. 

Together, these capabilities enable organizations to progress from identifying vulnerabilities to implementing and verifying remediation, while optimizing the visibility and governance essential for enterprise operations. 

A comprehensive system intelligence and change orchestration layer for IBM Z 

IBM Z Atlas maps a client’s entire z/OS stack across infrastructure, middleware, and applications, and then uses that intelligence to address the manual effort of tasks like patch management, regulatory response, and sharing system knowledge across teams, from systems programmers to application developers. Atlas addresses the leading cause of unplanned z/OS outages – changes that aren’t proven to be safe – by mapping how a change impacts the z/OS stack and testing and validating it. This design (in tech preview) accelerates clients’ modernization efforts by keeping experts in control and giving practitioners, in operations or development, the same shared Z system visibility to reduce risk. 

Availability

HashiCorp Vault 2.2, Agent Identity, watsonx Orchestrate evaluate capabilities, IBM Concert, and HashiCorp Terraform policy are generally available. Secure Hub, Terraform Developer Portal, Terraform remote MCP server, and IBM Z Atlas are in public preview. IBM Integration Intelligence Hub and watsonx Orchestrate discover and contain capabilities are in tech preview. 

Statements regarding IBM’s future direction and intent are subject to change or withdrawal without notice and represent goals and objectives only. 

Learn more

IBM TechXchange is IBM’s annual conference for developers and technology practitioners and brings together nearly 6,500 attendees from 85 countries. This year, the event incorporates HashiConf to bring together the HashiCorp community with practitioners from across IBM, Red Hat and Confluent. Attendees can choose from more than 1,000 sessions and experiences, including 180 hands-on labs, 260 client-led sessions and more than 50 certification exams. Speakers include American Airlines, Bradesco, Citi, CVS Health, Deutsche Bank, DoorDash, Hertz, and US Bancorp who will share how they are making AI enterprise ready. 

Session livestream and replays will be available here: ibm.biz/txc26-livestream.  

Supporting Materials

• Strengthen security for agentic AI with new Vault, Verify, Boundary, and Secure Hub capabilities  
• IBM Agent Identity now generally available: Building Trust for the Agentic Era  
• Vault Enterprise 2.2 advances identity security, PKI, and cryptoagility  
• Announcing the public preview of Secure Hub: govern Vault at scale  
• IBM watsonx Orchestrate advances AI agent management with new capabilities  
• IBM Integration Intelligence Hub gives AI the context to act, not just access 
• IBM Concert platform advances the path to cross-domain agentic IT operations  
• Terraform advances infrastructure lifecycle management for the agentic era 
• Introducing IBM Z Atlas: Change Intelligence for IBM Z 

[1]: Gartner Identifies Six Steps to Manage AI Agent Sprawl

[2]: HashiCorp Vault client stories  

About IBM  

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service. Visit www.ibm.com for more information. 



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Sirva and Vialto Partners Announce Strategic Alliance to Deliver a More Connected Relocation and Global Mobility Experience

Partnership brings together complementary relocation, tax, and global mobility expertise to simplify domestic and international moves for individuals and businesses.

NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vialto Partners, a global leader in integrated solutions for global tax and compliance, and Sirva, the world’s largest global relocation and moving services provider, today announced a strategic alliance designed to deliver a more connected, comprehensive relocation and mobility experience for individuals and businesses navigating domestic and international moves.

The partnership brings together Sirva’s extensive relocation and moving services global ecosystem with Vialto’s specialized expertise in tax and global mobility. By combining their complementary capabilities, the organizations aim to simplify the complexities of relocation, improve coordination across critical services, and provide customers with greater flexibility and access to the expertise they need throughout their journey.

Relocating domestically or internationally involves more than physically moving from one location to another. From housing and destination services to financial considerations, tax obligations, and immigration requirements, individuals and businesses often navigate multiple providers and complex processes. Through this alliance, Vialto and Sirva will help create a more seamless experience across the different stages of a move, from decision to destination.

Through the partnership, customers will have access in a digitally interconnected ecosystem to Sirva’s comprehensive relocation and moving capabilities, including household goods moving, home sale and purchase assistance, temporary housing, destination and settling-in services, and other relocation support solutions, as well as Vialto’s expertise in tax, immigration, rewards, advisory, and private client services, including specialized tax solutions available through Vialto Direct.

The alliance is particularly valuable for individuals managing personal relocations and small and midsize businesses that may not have dedicated mobility teams or established relocation programs. It also enhances the support available to larger organizations seeking greater coordination and efficiency across their global mobility programs.

“As global work and mobility become increasingly interconnected, individuals and organizations need access to expertise that extends beyond any single service,” said Mike Branca, Americas CEO at Vialto Partners. “Our alliance with Sirva brings together complementary capabilities to create a more connected experience for customers. By combining Sirva’s established relocation and moving services with Vialto’s specialized tax and global mobility expertise, we can help individuals and businesses navigate complex transitions with greater confidence, efficiency, and support.”

Expanding Support for Individuals and Businesses

Together, Sirva and Vialto will provide customers with greater access to complementary services and expertise across several key segments:

• Individuals and private clients: Vialto and Sirva have each established successful relocation product offerings for individuals and private clients, and this partnership interconnects both offerings digitally, giving Vialto Direct customers seamless access to Sirva’s global relocation services and Sirva’s Signature Moves and Home Benefits customers instant access to Vialto’s private client and specialized tax expertise, expanding the support available to customers navigating the financial and logistical complexities of global relocation.
  
  
  
  
• Small and midsize businesses: Through Sirva’s Talent Mover offering, businesses without large-scale mobility programs or dedicated relocation resources can access comprehensive moving and relocation support. The partnership integrates Vialto’s services on a global basis into Sirva’s product and Connect Plus digital platform.
  
  
  
  
• Enterprise clients: Corporate clients who select both Vialto and Sirva as their mobility partners will have the option to deploy an integrated digital solution that seamlessly connects the services of both companies and gives employees an enhanced experience. By connecting complementary expertise and the digital journey, the alliance can help organizations streamline processes, improve efficiency, and deliver a more consistent experience for employees throughout their relocation.

“At Sirva, our focus is on simplifying the moving and relocation experience by bringing together the services and expertise our customers need throughout their journey,” said Carlyn Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of Sirva. “Our partnership with Vialto expands that ecosystem by connecting our comprehensive relocation capabilities with their specialized tax and mobility expertise. Whether someone is managing a personal move or a business is relocating employees, we want to make the experience easier, more connected, and less complex.”

The strategic alliance reflects a shared commitment to creating a more integrated, client-centered relocation and mobility experience. By bringing together complementary services, resources, and expertise, Vialto and Sirva aim to make it easier for individuals and businesses to access the support they need, reduce complexity, and navigate domestic and international moves with greater confidence.

About Vialto

Vialto is a leading provider of integrated solutions for global work, including immigration, tax, rewards, advisory, and private client services. Trusted by multinational organizations around the world, Vialto combines deep professional expertise with cutting-edge technology to solve the most complex cross-border challenges and enable seamless mobility experiences.

About Sirva

Sirva is the leading global provider of relocation and moving services, offering employee relocation solutions to corporate clients and global moving services to consumers. With 77 locations servicing 190+ countries, we offer an unparalleled global footprint backed by extensive product offerings and robust technology solutions that support organizations’ global and diverse workforces. From relocation and household goods moving to commercial moving and storage, our portfolio of brands (Including Sirva, Allied, North American, Global Van Lines, Alliance, and Sirva Mortgage) provide a superior relocation and moving experience to both corporate and consumer clients. Sirva is a flexible and reliable provider for relocations of any size, frequency, and complexity.

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Odisha on High Alert as Cyclone Ornab Intensifies; Heavy Rain Forecast for Three Days

Bhubaneswar, Oct 27: Odisha has stepped up its disaster preparedness as Cyclone Ornab intensifies over the sea, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds forecast across several districts between October 27 and 29.

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According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the very severe cyclonic storm is expected to make landfall near Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh on October 28. The system is forecast to bring sustained winds of 115–125 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 140 kmph.

Although Odisha is not expected to experience a direct landfall, southern parts of the state could face adverse weather, including intense rainfall, strong winds and possible disruptions to normal life.

Red Alert Issued for Five Districts

The IMD has issued a Red Alert for Rayagada, Malkangiri, Ganjam, Gajapati and Koraput for October 28, warning of extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds.

On October 27, heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in Rayagada, Koraput, Malkangiri, Gajapati, Ganjam and Puri. Rain is expected to continue in several parts of the state on October 29, with western and interior districts, including Sundargarh, Jharsuguda and Bargarh, likely to receive significant rainfall.

Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert and follow official weather advisories as the cyclone approaches the coast.

Disaster Response Teams Deployed

The Odisha government has mobilised emergency response personnel to strengthen preparedness in areas likely to be affected. According to the information released, 60 Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) teams, nine National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams and 225 fire service teams have been deployed.

The Army, Navy, Air Force and Indian Coast Guard have also been placed on standby to assist with rescue, evacuation and relief operations if required.

As a precautionary measure, schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres in Rayagada, Nabarangpur, Malkangiri, Gajapati and Koraput will remain closed until October 29. Educational institutions in Ganjam district will remain closed until October 30.

Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari has appealed to the public not to panic, assuring residents that the state government is prepared to respond to the situation.

Southern Odisha Faces Strong Winds

Meteorologist Dr Sarat Chandra Sahu has warned that parts of southern Odisha could experience wind speeds of 80–110 kmph between late Tuesday night and Wednesday morning, accompanied by heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.

The forecast has prompted heightened vigilance, particularly in districts vulnerable to flooding, waterlogging, damage to infrastructure and disruptions to transport and electricity services.

Residents have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather, stay away from vulnerable structures and trees, and follow instructions issued by local authorities.

With the cyclone’s movement and intensity remaining key factors in determining its impact, the state administration is continuing preparations to minimise risks and ensure the safety of people in vulnerable areas.

Guwahati Hotel Shootout: Property Dispute Suspected in Killing of Five, Accused Arrested

Guwahati, Oct 27: A suspected property dispute is believed to have triggered a deadly shooting at a hotel in Guwahati, leaving five people dead, including four members of the same family, and another person injured on Monday night.

The incident took place at Hotel Bilas Inn in the busy Bora Service area of the city at around 9 pm. Police arrested the accused, identified as Ghanakanta Gogoi, within an hour of the shooting, according to Guwahati Police Commissioner Dr Partha Sarathi Mahanta.

Police have recovered a licensed .32-bore pistol allegedly used in the attack. Investigators are now examining the circumstances surrounding the incident and the events that led to the fatal confrontation.

Five Killed, One Injured

The deceased have been identified as hotel owner Helena Bharali, her brother Bhudev Bharali, her son Devarshi Kashyap, her daughter-in-law Riniki Kashyap and their driver, Narayan Das.

Four of the victims belonged to the same family, while Das was reportedly from their village.

The injured survivor, identified as Satyen Pathak, worked as the hotel caretaker. He sustained gunshot injuries and was admitted to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital, where doctors said his condition was stable.

According to the police commissioner, six people were shot during the incident. Five subsequently died, while Pathak survived with injuries.

Lease Dispute Under Investigation

Preliminary police findings suggest that a dispute over the lease agreement for Hotel Bilas Inn may have been the motive behind the shooting. The accused had reportedly taken the property on lease around a year ago.

However, investigators have yet to establish the precise sequence of events or confirm the circumstances that led to the alleged firing.

Police are questioning Gogoi to determine the nature of the dispute, the events preceding the shooting and whether any other factors contributed to the violence.

Commissioner Mahanta said a thorough and scientific investigation was underway to establish the facts. The bodies of the deceased are being sent for post-mortem examinations as part of the investigative process.

Assam Congress Questions Law and Order

The shooting has also prompted a political reaction, with the Assam Congress expressing concern over public safety and the law-and-order situation in Guwahati.

In a post on X, the party conveyed condolences to the bereaved families and urged the state government to take immediate action and ensure accountability.

The incident has raised fresh concerns about urban security, while police continue their investigation into one of the city’s deadliest recent shooting incidents.

Further details regarding the suspected motive and the circumstances surrounding the killings are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.

Odisha Steps Up Cyclone Preparedness; Over 3,000 Pregnant Women May Be Relocated

Bhubaneswar, Oct 27: Odisha has intensified its preparedness for an approaching cyclonic system over the Bay of Bengal, with the state government planning to relocate more than 3,000 pregnant women to safer locations to ensure their safety and uninterrupted access to medical care.

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The preparedness measures were reviewed at a high-level meeting chaired by the Union Cabinet Secretary, where Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg briefed the Centre on the state’s response strategy and arrangements to minimise the potential impact of the cyclone.

Following the meeting, Garg said southern Odisha was likely to be affected by the developing weather system. Senior officials have been deployed to the region to monitor the situation, coordinate emergency operations and ensure that necessary precautions are implemented.

The state government has also directed the Electricity and Water Resources departments to remain on high alert in anticipation of possible power disruptions, heavy rainfall and other weather-related emergencies.

Special Arrangements for Pregnant Women

As part of the precautionary evacuation plan, more than 3,000 pregnant women are likely to be shifted to safer locations ahead of the cyclone. The move is aimed at reducing risks during the adverse weather conditions and ensuring that expectant mothers can access medical assistance when required.

The proposed relocation is a key component of the state’s efforts to safeguard vulnerable residents before the weather system makes landfall.

Fishermen’s Safety and Coastal Monitoring

The Coast Guard is closely monitoring fishing activities, while the state administration has taken steps to ensure that fishermen return safely from the sea. Authorities are keeping a close watch on the evolving situation and coordinating necessary safety measures.

Coordination with Chhattisgarh on Water Management

According to the Chief Secretary, the cyclonic system is expected to recurve towards Chhattisgarh after making landfall, potentially bringing heavy rainfall to the Bastar region.

In anticipation of increased rainfall and rising water inflows, Odisha has established a dedicated team to coordinate dam and water management with the Chhattisgarh government. Both states are maintaining communication to facilitate advance information-sharing, particularly regarding water releases from dams.

The coordination is intended to help Odisha prepare for potential increases in river levels and manage water-related risks more effectively.

With senior officials on alert and arrangements being put in place across key departments, the state government is focusing on precautionary evacuations, emergency response and inter-state coordination to minimise the potential impact of the approaching cyclonic system.

Sirva and Vialto Partners Announce Strategic Alliance to Deliver a More Connected Relocation and Global Mobility Experience

Partnership brings together complementary relocation, tax, and global mobility expertise to simplify domestic and international moves for individuals and businesses.

NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vialto Partners, a global leader in integrated solutions for global tax and compliance, and Sirva, the world’s largest global relocation and moving services provider, today announced a strategic alliance designed to deliver a more connected, comprehensive relocation and mobility experience for individuals and businesses navigating domestic and international moves.

The partnership brings together Sirva’s extensive relocation and moving services global ecosystem with Vialto’s specialized expertise in tax and global mobility. By combining their complementary capabilities, the organizations aim to simplify the complexities of relocation, improve coordination across critical services, and provide customers with greater flexibility and access to the expertise they need throughout their journey.

Relocating domestically or internationally involves more than physically moving from one location to another. From housing and destination services to financial considerations, tax obligations, and immigration requirements, individuals and businesses often navigate multiple providers and complex processes. Through this alliance, Vialto and Sirva will help create a more seamless experience across the different stages of a move, from decision to destination.

Through the partnership, customers will have access in a digitally interconnected ecosystem to Sirva’s comprehensive relocation and moving capabilities, including household goods moving, home sale and purchase assistance, temporary housing, destination and settling-in services, and other relocation support solutions, as well as Vialto’s expertise in tax, immigration, rewards, advisory, and private client services, including specialized tax solutions available through Vialto Direct.

The alliance is particularly valuable for individuals managing personal relocations and small and midsize businesses that may not have dedicated mobility teams or established relocation programs. It also enhances the support available to larger organizations seeking greater coordination and efficiency across their global mobility programs.

“As global work and mobility become increasingly interconnected, individuals and organizations need access to expertise that extends beyond any single service,” said Mike Branca, Americas CEO at Vialto Partners. “Our alliance with Sirva brings together complementary capabilities to create a more connected experience for customers. By combining Sirva’s established relocation and moving services with Vialto’s specialized tax and global mobility expertise, we can help individuals and businesses navigate complex transitions with greater confidence, efficiency, and support.”

Expanding Support for Individuals and Businesses

Together, Sirva and Vialto will provide customers with greater access to complementary services and expertise across several key segments:

• Individuals and private clients: Vialto and Sirva have each established successful relocation product offerings for individuals and private clients, and this partnership interconnects both offerings digitally, giving Vialto Direct customers seamless access to Sirva’s global relocation services and Sirva’s Signature Moves and Home Benefits customers instant access to Vialto’s private client and specialized tax expertise, expanding the support available to customers navigating the financial and logistical complexities of global relocation.
  
  
  
  
• Small and midsize businesses: Through Sirva’s Talent Mover offering, businesses without large-scale mobility programs or dedicated relocation resources can access comprehensive moving and relocation support. The partnership integrates Vialto’s services on a global basis into Sirva’s product and Connect Plus digital platform.
  
  
  
  
• Enterprise clients: Corporate clients who select both Vialto and Sirva as their mobility partners will have the option to deploy an integrated digital solution that seamlessly connects the services of both companies and gives employees an enhanced experience. By connecting complementary expertise and the digital journey, the alliance can help organizations streamline processes, improve efficiency, and deliver a more consistent experience for employees throughout their relocation.

“At Sirva, our focus is on simplifying the moving and relocation experience by bringing together the services and expertise our customers need throughout their journey,” said Carlyn Taylor, Chief Executive Officer of Sirva. “Our partnership with Vialto expands that ecosystem by connecting our comprehensive relocation capabilities with their specialized tax and mobility expertise. Whether someone is managing a personal move or a business is relocating employees, we want to make the experience easier, more connected, and less complex.”

The strategic alliance reflects a shared commitment to creating a more integrated, client-centered relocation and mobility experience. By bringing together complementary services, resources, and expertise, Vialto and Sirva aim to make it easier for individuals and businesses to access the support they need, reduce complexity, and navigate domestic and international moves with greater confidence.

About Vialto

Vialto is a leading provider of integrated solutions for global work, including immigration, tax, rewards, advisory, and private client services. Trusted by multinational organizations around the world, Vialto combines deep professional expertise with cutting-edge technology to solve the most complex cross-border challenges and enable seamless mobility experiences.

About Sirva

Sirva is the leading global provider of relocation and moving services, offering employee relocation solutions to corporate clients and global moving services to consumers. With 77 locations servicing 190+ countries, we offer an unparalleled global footprint backed by extensive product offerings and robust technology solutions that support organizations’ global and diverse workforces. From relocation and household goods moving to commercial moving and storage, our portfolio of brands (Including Sirva, Allied, North American, Global Van Lines, Alliance, and Sirva Mortgage) provide a superior relocation and moving experience to both corporate and consumer clients. Sirva is a flexible and reliable provider for relocations of any size, frequency, and complexity.

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