7, Nov 2025
Intellect Reports 34 Percent YoY Revenue Growth and 68% EBITDA Jump in Q2 FY26
Intellect Delivers Consistent Growth Momentum with 34% YoY Revenue Increase to INR 789 Cr and 68% Surge in EBITDA to INR 184 Cr in Q2 FY26
Chennai/New Delhi, 07th November, 2025: Intellect Design Arena Ltd, a global leader in enterprise-grade financial technology, today announced its Q2 FY26 results, reporting strong growth across revenue, profitability, and platform adoption.
Financial Highlights Q2 FY26
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Revenue: ₹789 crore, up 34% YoY, driven by flagship platforms eMACH.ai and Purple Fabric.
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EBITDA: ₹184 crore, up 68% YoY.
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Profit After Tax (PAT): ₹102 crore, up 94% YoY.
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License-Linked Revenue: ₹423 crore, up 69% YoY.
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Platform Revenue: ₹137 crore, up 200% YoY.
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Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR): ₹1,080 crore, up 53% YoY from H1 FY25.
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Cash & Cash Equivalents: ₹927 crore, up from ₹755 crore in Q2 FY25.
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Collections: ₹753 crore (vs ₹550 crore in Q2 FY25).
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Deal Funnel: Exceeds ₹12,000 crore, demonstrating strong growth visibility.
For H1 FY26, total income reached ₹1,523 crore (+26% YoY), EBITDA was ₹360 crore (+46% YoY), and PAT stood at ₹197 crore (+55% YoY).
Leadership Perspective
Arun Jain, Chairman and Managing Director, said:
“Q2 was marked by strong execution and platform synergy. Our 34% YoY growth underscores global institutions’ confidence in the combined power of eMACH.ai for composable transformation and Purple Fabric for governance-first Business Impact AI. With accuracy, traceability, and open architecture at the core, we are helping financial institutions modernize with lower risk and higher velocity. This performance validates our strategic investments and reinforces confidence in a robust pipeline and future growth trajectory.”
Suraj Prasad, Chief Financial Officer, added:
“Our disciplined execution and financial resilience position us to continue scaling AI-led digital transformation globally. Strong cash reserves enable strategic investments in innovation, automation, and talent, ensuring sustainable growth.”
Platform Highlights
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eMACH.ai: Intellect’s intelligent open finance platform continues to redefine global financial transformation. Built on 386 microservices, 2,015 APIs, and 650 pre-integrated events, it powers agility and modernization across banking and financial enterprises. Q2 saw 15 strategic eMACH.ai-led deal wins, including 10 multi-million-dollar Destiny Deals and 19 digital transformations spanning Europe, Africa, North America, and Mauritius. Key deployments include virtual accounts for a leading European bank, digital payments modernization in Africa, corporate treasury transformation in the U.S., and lending solutions across five African countries.
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Purple Fabric: The world’s first Open Business Impact AI platform expanded its footprint across the U.S., South Africa, and India’s GIFT City. Launches included PF Credit (AI-driven lending experts) and PF Cloud at GIFT City. During the quarter, the platform secured a multi-million-dollar Destiny Deal with a U.S. national casualty insurance provider, along with two additional strategic wins and three digital transformations, accelerating decision-making, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance for clients.
Industry Recognition
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Received The Economic Times ‘Making AI Work’ Award 2025 for pioneering AI initiatives in financial services.
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Awarded the National AI Award 2025 for multi-agent AI deployment for a UK wealth management client through Purple Fabric, enhancing speed and compliance aligned with FCA Consumer Duty standards.
Leadership Appointments & Infrastructure Expansion
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Vivek Gupta appointed President & Global Head of Consulting, to lead Intellect Consulting across growth, simplification, and innovation using eMACH.ai and Purple Fabric.
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Rakesh Srivastava appointed President & Chief Revenue Officer for the Americas, driving expansion in the U.S., Mexico, and South America.
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Investment in a 7.25 lakh sq. ft. facility at Siruseri, housing Purple Fabric AI Lab & Academy and eMACH.ai Lab & Academy, along with residential learning and collaboration spaces to accelerate innovation and co-creation.
Intellect’s strong Q2 FY26 performance, backed by platform-led growth, global expansion, and strategic investments, positions the company for sustained growth and continued leadership in AI-driven financial technology.
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7, Nov 2025
New Relic Unveils Agentic AI Monitoring and MCP Server to Boost Enterprise AI Adoption
New Relic Launches Agentic AI Monitoring and MCP Server to Accelerate AI Adoption and Observability Workflows in the Enterprise
San Francisco, CA , 07th November, 2025: New Relic today announced two major innovations Agentic AI Monitoring and the New Relic AI MCP Server designed to help enterprises accelerate AI adoption and bring observability into every layer of their AI-driven operations. These capabilities empower organizations to monitor complex AI systems, optimize performance, and deliver measurable business value with confidence.
“The convergence of AI workloads, cloud-native architectures, and real-time data processing has created a perfect storm of complexity,” said Brian Emerson, Chief Product Officer, New Relic. “Our platform uses intelligent automation and unified data correlation to diffuse that complexity so businesses can operate confidently at scale. These innovations empower enterprises to adopt AI systems that deliver real value not costs.”
According to the 2025 Observability Forecast, AI monitoring adoption has risen from 42% in 2024 to 54% in 2025, as enterprises grapple with rising downtime costs now averaging $2 million per hour. Without modern observability built for AI, silent issues in large language model (LLM) and agentic AI systems can cascade through workflows unnoticed.
Observability for Agentic AI
As organizations deploy sophisticated agentic AI systems, complexity scales rapidly. Agents often depend on each other’s outputs, shared memory, and multiple MCP servers, making debugging increasingly difficult. A single hallucination can cascade across interconnected agents, obscuring the root cause.
New Relic Agentic AI Monitoring delivers full visibility into these intricate multi-agent interactions. The solution provides granular insights into tool usage, performance, and error rates, allowing teams to pinpoint issues faster and reduce downtime. An Agents Service Map visualizes inter-agent dependencies and workflows, while a unified AI Inventory View consolidates data on agent names, latency, and errors.
Unlike traditional LLM monitoring solutions, New Relic’s approach provides end-to-end observability across agents, tools, services, and infrastructure. Built on New Relic’s proven APM and infrastructure monitoring foundation, this capability enables DevOps teams to accelerate root cause analysis, optimize performance, and maintain resilience across their AI stack.
Introducing the New Relic AI MCP Server
The New Relic AI MCP Server extends observability directly into AI agents, making telemetry data instantly accessible within MCP-compatible workflows. By integrating New Relic data with AI assistants, engineers gain real-time performance insights without switching platforms — enhancing productivity, uptime, and response times.
“Enterprises deploying agentic AI to accelerate software delivery have lacked direct access to observability data within their workflows,” said Stephen Elliot, Group Vice President at IDC. “By integrating observability capabilities with MCP-compatible agents, platforms like New Relic create an intelligent feedback loop making AI systems more reliable while observability itself becomes more proactive. This builds the confidence enterprises need to innovate at speed.”
Enhanced Detection with Outlier Analysis
Alongside these launches, New Relic introduced Outlier Detection, which complements anomaly detection by identifying and analyzing unusual patterns that could signal issues or system failures. The tool not only flags outliers but also prioritizes them for proactive remediation enabling teams to address incidents before they impact end users.
7, Nov 2025
TANDANANA Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025 to Host Grand Finale on December 20
TANDANANA Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025 Grand Finale on 20th December 2025
Hyderabad, 07th November, 2025: Annamacharya Bhavana Vahini (ABV), founded by Padma Shri Dr. Shobha Raju, is delighted to announce the Grand Finals of “TANDANANA, Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025”, to be held on 20th December 2025 at 6:00 PM onwards at Annamayyapuram, NAC Road, Hitech City, Hyderabad.
“Tandanana”, the refrain found in Saint Annamacharya’s Sankeertana, represents the spirit of universal harmony, devotion, and equality. This international competition, organized by ABV, has drawn participants from across the globe, celebrating Annamacharya’s timeless compositions that transcend barriers of caste, creed, and culture.
Dr. Shoba Raju, Founder President, Annamacharya Bhavana Vahini (ABV); said, The main purpose of my teaching is to educate the people about the true spirit of music. I want to give them encouragement in a good way. I want to educate them about the values of our culture in a positive way. I want to educate them about the importance of Annamacharya. Why only Annamacharya Sankirtanas? I believe that Annamacharya Sankirtanas spoke about Bhagavat Tattva in a very profound way. Venkateshwara Swamy is not just a statue on a hill. He is the energy of the universe. He is bright in the sun and moon. He is hot and bright in the fire that we see in the world. Annamacharya Sankirtanas taught us a lot of things in a logical way. We are not different from others. We have the same power and they have the same power. Sometimes we believe it, sometimes we don’t. Belief is also a kind of superstition, But this is the truth. If we know this and practice it in the world, then there will be no ignorance, no confusion, no discrimination. Even if one person is conscious and the other is not conscious, there will be some confusion in the world. If you want to switch on the TV, if you want to switch on the social media phone, you have to have some kind of power to switch it on. Otherwise it will be scary. Such news is coming. Such events are happening in the world. Have you ever heard of a wife killing her husband? a son killing his mother? a father torturing his daughter? There are many such events happening in the world. There are also many natural disasters happening. The root cause of all these is the wrong thoughts and selfish thoughts. The more we live in harmony with nature, the more the obstacles will be removed. When we live in harmony with nature, we will find peace and contentment, This is what we are doing. To achieve this, I am giving great importance to Annamacharya Sankirtana. Annamacharya Sankirtana is a great way to achieve this. All of you must have experienced Annamacharya Sankirtana.
Ms. Jyotsna Kompalli, Program Director, Tandanana – Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025; said, we have received entries from 18 countries. We have sent auditions to 600 plus participants. We have sub-juniors below 6 years, juniors from 7 to 15 years, and seniors above 16 years. We have divided the auditions into three categories. We have received good participation in all three categories. This shows how popular and spiritually our generation is inclined. We have screened the auditions. After screening, three finalists are shortlisted from each category. These three finalists perform live on the day of the grand finale. After the grand finale, the finalists announce the winner from each category. The winners get a prize distribution on the hands of Chandra Babu in Amaravathi. This is the plan. We have taken the initiative of Tandanana Annamacharya International Music Competition at this scale.
Mr. Subba Rao, Program Advisor, Tandanana – Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025; said, When I first came to America, I did not know that this was a Kacheri. A lot of youngsters teach this Kacheri to their children. They teach this Kacheri because it is a way of singing. That is why, there are a lot of fun musical directors like Ilaiyaraaja, Devi Sri Prasad & Smita. There are a lot of people who come to America and do musical Kacharis does is a lot of fun. The Saturdays and Sundays are a waste of time. How should the children feel when they hear this name? How should they feel when they hear the name Sankirtanas? It is the feeling that the children feel when they hear this name. It is a very big problem. Even today, there are so many reasons for the issues.
We announced singing competitions in three age groups to encourage participation from young, aspiring, and senior vocalists alike. We received over 600+ valid entries from 12 countries, including Dubai, Singapore, and the USA, as well as from various States across India.
These entries were meticulously scrutinized by a panel of experienced musicians, and nine singers shall be selected for the Grand Finals.
A team of popular playback singers will conduct the Finals on 20th December 2025 at Annamayyapuram, Hyderabad, during the Grand Finale, and the winners will be announced on the same day.
The three finalists will receive Gold Medals graciously sponsored by Margadarsi Chit Funds Pvt. Ltd., led by Smt. Sailaja Kiron. We are also privileged to share that Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, has consented to present the Gold Medals to the winners at a special ceremony in Vijayawada.
The Grand Finale will be graced by revered Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji as the Chief Guest, and other eminent dignitaries and patrons of art and spirituality. The event promises to be a grand confluence of music, devotion, and cultural unity.
Under the dynamic leadership of Padmasri Awardee Dr. Shobha Raju garu, the event aims to reach a global audience through extensive media and community participation.
As we prepare for this historic celebration, Annamacharya Bhavana Vahini warmly invites sponsors, patrons, and well-wishers to join hands in supporting this divine mission. Your generous contributions will help sustain the legacy of Saint Annamacharya and inspire future generations through music rooted in devotion and human values.
7, Nov 2025
Zomato and Blinkit Launch Nationwide Drive to Help Delivery Partners Access Govt Welfare Schemes
Zomato, Blinkit Kick Off Nationwide Drive to Enable Delivery Partners’ Access to Government Welfare Schemes
Bengaluru, 07th November, 2025: Eternal companies Zomato, India’s food ordering and delivery platform, and Blinkit, a quick commerce platform, in collaboration with Haqdarshak, organised the first in a series of Government Scheme Facilitation Camp in Bengaluru. The initiative aims to enable delivery partners to access critical central and state government welfare schemes. The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Dr. G Manjunath, Additional Labour Commissioner, Government of Karnataka, as Chief Guest.
Since its launch in April 2025, this initiative has felicitated registrations for over 6,000 delivery partners across India under various government welfare schemes unlocking more than INR 150cr in entitlements. The Bengaluru camp helped an additional 280+ delivery partners enroll for relevant central and state government schemes, taking the number of Bengaluru- based delivery partners enrolled to more than 1,000 to date.
Delivery partners have expressed greater interest in schemes like Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (health insurance), Ration cards, e-Shram (centralized database of Unorganized Workers), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Beema Yojana (life insurance), Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (personal accidental insurance) and Karnataka State Gig Workers Insurance Scheme. A growing number of partners are now opting for multiple coverages combining health insurance, personal accidental insurance and life insurance, reflecting a growing preference for layered protection.
Speaking at the event, Anjalli Ravi Kumar, Chief Sustainability Officer, Eternal,
“Delivery partner wellbeing has been at the heart of everything we do at Eternal. This, a first of many, Government Scheme Facilitation Camp has been critical in bridging the gap between delivery partners and the government welfare schemes that safeguard their and their family’s futures. We’re also constantly learning and evolving our outreach effort with our facilitation partner – Haqdarshak. For example, we’ve seen that women and PwD delivery partners are more keen on registering for these benefits, revealing the need to enable multi-channel access to these schemes so they are truly accessible for all. We look forward to working closely with Central and State ministries to scale this effort and create lasting impact across the country.”
Umavati, who has been a Zomato delivery partner for over three years, shared,
“I was able to register for benefits like Ayushman Bharat, pensions and the e-Shram card. These will prove very helpful for me and my family and have given me a sense of security and stability. The Government Scheme Facilitation Camp organised by Zomato and Blinkit made the process simple and easy to understand and I encourage other delivery partners to make use of such camps as well.”
Manoj Joshi, Vice President, Product at Haqdarshak, said,
“Our collaboration with Zomato and Blinkit is making welfare schemes accessible at scale. Through Haqdarshak’s digital platform and eligibility screening engine, we’re simplifying benefit access for delivery partners, combining technology with human support. We’ve observed that delivery partners want comprehensive protection that bundles health, accident and life insurance. These camps are also raising awareness about schemes that support the wellbeing of delivery partners, a growing segment of India’s gig workforce. Together with Zomato and Blinkit, we will continue building scalable social security access for gig workers.”
In the coming weeks, Zomato and Blinkit along with Haqdarshak will be hosting Government Scheme Facilitation Camps in Mumbai, Pune and Delhi.
This initiative is a part of Eternal’s broader efforts to ensure delivery partners’ wellbeing including – 24/7 SOS ambulance services available in over 800 cities, accidental insurance, assistance with income tax filing among others. Eligible women delivery partners also have access to maternity benefits.
7, Nov 2025
Galgotias University Rises Higher in QS World Rankings 2026
Galgotias University Soars to New Heights in QS World Rankings 2026 Marking a Continued Global Rise
Greater Noida, 7th November 2025: Galgotias University continues its remarkable trajectory in global higher education, securing prominent positions in the QS World University Rankings 2026 by Quacquarelli Symonds. The university has been ranked 15th among India’s top private universities and 43rd among all Indian universities, both public and private, underscoring its growing reputation for academic excellence, global relevance, and research-driven innovation.
Building on this momentum, Galgotias University has achieved yet another milestone in the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026, where it has been placed at 116 in Southern Asia and 454 across Asia. This recognition marks Galgotias as one of the youngest and fastest-rising universities in the region, reflecting its steady progress toward becoming a hub for transformative education and international collaboration.
Adding to its growing list of accolades, Galgotias University has been honored with the prestigious QS Recognition Award for Global Engagement – Performance Improvement, acknowledging its sustained efforts in strengthening global partnerships, fostering cross-border learning opportunities, and continuously improving institutional performance on a global scale.
Commenting on the milestone, Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO of Galgotias University, said,
“Our performance across global and regional rankings underscores Galgotias University’s evolution as a globally connected, research-led institution. These recognitions are the result of our faculty’s excellence, our students’ innovation, and our commitment to creating future-ready graduates who make a real-world impact.”
At the heart of Galgotias University’s success lies its transformative G-SCALE (Galgotias Student-Centric Active Learning Ecosystem). This innovative model emphasises experiential learning, research-driven education, and comprehensive student development. Guided by the visionary leadership of Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, the University continues to strengthen its position as one of Asia’s most dynamic institutions of excellence.
With consistent performance in global rankings and a growing footprint in international collaborations, Galgotias University is setting new benchmarks in quality education, research, and global engagement.
7, Nov 2025
Imagicaaworld partners with global leader Hello Park to launch India’s First Immersive Digital-Physical Playground Experience
A first-of-its-kind asset-light ‘phygital’ playground that merges immersive technology, motion- based gaming and creative learning for kids and families.
Mumbai, November 7, 2025: Imagicaa Next Private Limited, Imagicaaworld Entertainment Limited’s wholly owned subsidiary for bringing world class future-focused entertainment cum learning experiences ‐ to India., announced a landmark partnership with Hello Park, the world’s largest chain of immersive, digital-physical (“phygital”) play parks for children. This partnership heralds the foray of Imagicaaworld into the Family Entertainment Centre (FEC) category. This asset light, in-city format is planned to be rolled out in malls and high footfall locations in the country. This collaboration entails exclusive rights to bring Hello Park to India, marking a major step in redefining family entertainment and experiential learning in the country.
Present across 50+ locations globally, Hello Park blends interactive projections, gaming, creativity, movement, and learning—turning traditional play areas into intelligent, digital-enabled activity zones. Designed to stimulate imagination, teamwork, sensory development and problem-solving, each Hello Park offers immersive projection zones, interactive games & educational activities, birthday and party experiences, workshops, storytelling & creative sessions, family-friendly dining and entertainment spaces.
Comment from Mr. Jai Malpani, Managing Director, Imagicaaworld Entertainment Limited “The introduction of Hello Park in India is a proud milestone for us and a significant step forward for the country’s entertainment landscape. For years, children’s recreation has largely been seen as either physical play or digital consumption. Hello Park breaks that barrier and brings the best of both worlds together where technology, imagination, movement, and learning beautifully coexist. This in-city format, which is proposed primarily in popular malls, is highly scalable and will be synergistic with our existing outdoor park businesses thus also opening doors for various cross promotional activities with younger audiences and their parents.
We firmly believe that meaningful entertainment should be accessible, inclusive, and enriching. Through Hello Park, we are bringing a globally successful phygital concept to Indian families; designed not only for fun, but for creativity, sensory development, and social interaction. This is entertainment with purpose, and it aligns strongly with our vision of building experiences that are joyful, innovative, and future-ready.
At Malpani Group, our mission has always been to push boundaries and introduce world-class experiences in India. With Hello Park, we are opening a new category of interactive play for children and families. And this is only the beginning. We remain committed to expanding such next-generation entertainment formats across the country, creating destinations that inspire, engage, and celebrate the spirit of a new India.”
Comment from Mr. Alex, Zavyalov, Director and Co-Founder, Hello Park LL.C – FZ: “India is one of the most dynamic and fast-growing family entertainment markets in the world, and we are truly excited to bring the Hello Park experience here. Our parks are built on a simple belief that play should be intelligent, interactive, and inspiring. Children should not just watch screens; they should shape the world inside them. Hello Park turns technology into a tool of creativity, learning, movement and joy.
Partnering with Imagicaa Next gives us the perfect foundation to grow in India. Their deep understanding of Indian consumers and their passion for innovation in entertainment makes this collaboration a natural fit. Together, we aim to redefine indoor play and offer families a space where imagination comes alive in motion, colour and light. We see India not just as a new market, but as a long-term home for Hello Park. This is only the first step, and we look forward to building many more immersive destinations across the country.”
The partnership ensures Hello Park will provide India centers with its global-standard software, hardware specifications, training, and operational support, including regular upgrades. Imagicaa Next will roll out multiple Hello Parks across feasible, high-footfall locations in India.
6, Nov 2025
WAVES Film Bazaar 2025 Announces Co-Production Market, Work-in-Progress Lab, and Viewing Room Lineups
The 19th edition of WAVES Film Bazaar, organized by the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC), returns to Goa from November 20–24, 2025, alongside the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), at the Marriott Resort. This year’s edition brings together an exceptional slate across its Co-Production Market, Work-in-Progress (WIP) Lab, and Viewing Room, reaffirming WAVES Film Bazaar’s position as South Asia’s most vital global film market and co-production platform.
The Co-Production Market 2025 presents 22 feature films and 5 documentaries from 8 countries, spanning 19 languages, celebrating a dynamic blend of emerging voices and industry veterans including Kiran Rao, Vikramaditya Motwane, Shakun Batra, Devashish Makhija, Ira Dubey, Shaunak Sen, and BAFTA-winner Ben Crichton. Selected filmmakers will pitch their projects to international and Indian producers, distributors, financiers, and festival programmers, fostering new collaborations.
This year also marks the inclusion of documentary projects in the Co-Production Market, spanning themes such as arts, environment, education, gender, and sustainability. Additionally, three projects—Shamed, Smash, and Tiger in the Lion Den—feature under NFDC’s Handpicked Focused Projects, while “Gloria” from the Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) cross-exchange initiative spotlights international co-creation.
The Viewing Room 2025 features 230 entries in 33 languages from 14 countries, including 85 world premieres, connecting filmmakers with international buyers and festival programmers through an advanced digital interface. The curated WAVES Film Bazaar Recommends (WFBR) section spotlights 22 innovative films across formats and genres.
The Work-in-Progress Lab 2025 received 50 entries across 14 languages, selecting five films including the India–Australia co-production Chevittorma and Khoriya, backed by Ashim Ahluwalia. Mentored by a global panel including Philippa Campbell, Sandrine Cassidy, Kiki Fung, Nitin Baid, and Sanyukta Kaza, the Lab provides emerging filmmakers with expert editorial feedback and festival insights. Notably, past WIP selections such as Shape of Momo have gone on to win multiple international accolades.
6, Nov 2025
In the Age of AI, This Student’s Hand-Drawn Film Wins National Recognition for Its Human Touch
India, 06th November, 2025: At a time when even the Mahabharat on Netflix is generated by algorithms, 21-year-old Rachel Tom Antony decided to do something radical: draw every frame by hand. When Rachel found out that her grandmother’s handwritten journals had been burned, she didn’t imagine the loss would become the foundation of her first animated film.
Her project, Kannimanga a 14-minute hand-drawn film recently won the Best Student Film Award (2D Short Film category) at the ASIFA India Awards of Excellence, one of the country’s leading recognitions in animation.
A Film That Began With A Question
Growing up between homes and histories, Rachel often wondered what it means to inherit stories you’ve never been told. “My grandmother used to write journals. When I began this project, I wanted to read them for research but they’d been burned. My father simply said, ‘There are some things you shouldn’t know,’” she recalls.
That moment of silence and secrecy becomes the emotional spark for Kannimanga, a visual journey on family, memory and the nuances that get lost in translation across generations.
The Craft Of Remembering
Entirely hand-drawn frame by frame, Kannimanga weaves journal-style narration with muted color palettes and layered textures inspired by Kerala’s lush landscapes. Its slow, contemplative rhythm mirrors how memory unfolds uneven, tender and sometimes painful.
Iterations and Animation
Guided by Shaaz Ahmed, Associate Professor of Communication Design at IIAD Delhi, Rachel explored how animation could hold space for grief and reconciliation. Shaaz Ahmed has over a decade of experience mentoring animation projects that blend storytelling, cultural context and emotional nuance. Known for nurturing students to explore experimental techniques, Shaaz has been pivotal in helping IIAD become a hub where young animators not only create award-winning work but also push the boundaries of what Indian animation can be. Recently, his work was featured in the exhibition After the Assembly: Constituting India (held at the SOAS University of London Gallery) where he contributed animated films that engage with the making of the Indian Constitution and the living nature of constitutional culture.
The film, Rachel says, felt deeply personal a way to preserve emotions through animation.
More Than An Award
For Rachel, the ASIFA recognition is not just validation of craft, but of courage — of staying loyal to an old, meditative process in a world rushing toward AI-generated visuals. “It’s a handmade film. Every line, every movement carries my hesitation and hope.”
The project was developed at the Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD). Over the past few years, IIAD has emerged as a breeding ground for both national and international recognition in animation film design. Its students have earned accolades at prestigious platforms including the Animation Xpress ANN Awards in Mumbai, the Women’s Independent Film Festival in Los Angeles, and been officially selected at AniMela, India’s premier international animation, VFX, gaming and XR festival.
With a pedagogy that combines technical mastery, research-driven narratives and artistic freedom, IIAD offers students a supportive ecosystem to experiment, fail and innovate — something Rachel credits as a key factor in her creative journey.
6, Nov 2025
KFC Celebrates Champions Jemimah Rodrigues & Renuka Thakur
India, 06th November 2025: India’s mood after Sunday’s big win? Celebration MAX! Cricket sensations Jemimah Rodrigues and Renuka Thakur are keeping the party going. In a new video released today, the duo is seen celebrating over a table full of finger-lickin’ good chicken from KFC.
The reel captures their trademark camaraderie high-fives, cheers, and laughter because, as they say, “the celebrations are still going on!” The camera pans to reveal a feast from KFC’s Great Feastival menu, including the cheesy, crunchy Chizza, the all-chicken Double Down Burger, the Gold Zinger, and the 9-piece Chicken Meal that they just can’t get enough of.
Amid grooving, feasting, and celebrations, the duo enjoys the iconic celebratory anthem, “Ishq Tera Tadpave (Oh Ho Ho Ho).” For these trophy winners, the festivities truly don’t end.
The Great KFC Feastival menu is available at all 1,300+ KFC outlets across India for dine-in, takeaway, and via the KFC app, website, and leading food delivery platforms. Fans can pre-order through the KFC app while dining in to skip the queue and get straight to their finger-lickin’ good chicken.
6, Nov 2025
Lupin Receives EIR from U.S. FDA for its Pithampur Unit-3 Facility
Mumbai, 06th November, 2025: Global pharma major Lupin Limited (Lupin) today announced that it has received the Establishment Inspection Report (EIR) from the United States Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA) for its Pithampur Unit-3 facility, following an inspection from July 7 to July 17, 2025. The facility manufactures metered dose inhalers, dry powder inhalers, topical formulations, and nasal solutions.
Nilesh Gupta, Managing Director, Lupin said, “We are pleased to have received the EIR from the U.S. FDA for our Pithampur Unit-3 facility. This demonstrates our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and quality, as we aim to deliver high-quality, affordable medicines from world-class factories for patients worldwide.”
