5, Nov 2025
“Crore Archana” Concludes with Grand Lamp Ceremony and Festivities
Devotion Meets Culture: “Crore Archana” Concludes with One Lakh Lamps and Cultural Festivities
India, 5th November, 2025: The 27-day-long “Crore Archana” festival at the North Guruvayoorappan Temple in Mayur Vihar concluded on Sunday with a grand ceremony marked by the lighting of one lakh lamps, symbolizing divine illumination and devotion.
The temple premises were beautifully adorned with intricate floral decorations, while devotional music, traditional dance, and cultural performances filled the atmosphere with spirituality. Thousands of devotees from across Delhi-NCR gathered to witness this auspicious moment, creating a scene of collective faith and devotion.
Dedicated to Lord Guruvayoorappan, the festival featured the daily chanting of the Vishnu Sahasranama the thousand sacred names of Lord Vishnu repeated millions of times over the 27 days, corresponding to the 27 nakshatras (constellations). Each day also included Kalasham puja, abhishekam, Vedic recitations, and group prayers.
Prior to the rituals, purification ceremonies such as Prasada Sudhi and Bimba Sudhi were conducted, while devotees also participated in special offerings like the Udayasthamaana Puja.
The temple management committee described the Crore Archana as more than just a religious observance calling it a celebration of unity, positivity, and spiritual awakening.
Following the rich traditions of South Indian temple worship, the North Guruvayoorappan Temple continues to serve as a major spiritual and cultural hub for devotees in Delhi-NCR. This year’s Crore Archana the first of its kind in North India evoked overwhelming enthusiasm, devotion, and community participation throughout the 27 days.
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- By Neel Achary
5, Nov 2025
Celonis Unveils Platform Innovations to Power the AI- Driven, Composable Enterprise
November 5, 2025 – Celonis, a global leader in Process Intelligence, at Celosphere 2025 announced major platform innovations that power enterprise AI to reinvent and continuously improve business operations.
Daniel Brown, Chief Product Officer at Celonis, emphasized the need for a structured approach to agentic AI. “To truly operationalize AI, you need to identify the right use cases, redesign your business processes, and orchestrate the agents alongside your people and existing systems,” Brown said. “Our enhanced capabilities empower our customers and their partners to build AI solutions that lift their operations to unprecedented levels of efficiency and agility.”
The Celonis Process Intelligence Platform extracts raw data from systems, applications and devices within and across enterprises. It enriches this data with customers’ unique business context to create a living digital twin of operations—the Process Intelligence Graph. On top of the Graph, the Process Intelligence Platform provides the capabilities to analyze, design, and operate autonomous processes and agents, effectively integrating AI into enterprise operations.
The platform innovations deliver a multimodal digital twin that powers AI-driven operations, enabling the creation of intelligent composable solutions.
Multimodal digital twin of operations
Customers can create a more comprehensive picture of business operations with major enhancements to the Process Intelligence Graph that let them bring together more data types, from more sources, more quickly.
● Integrate data lakes without data duplication using Celonis Data Core (generally available). Get data from and feed Process Intelligence back into data lakes with zero- copy bi-directional integrations. Now available for Databricks in addition to Microsoft.
● Build a richer, more comprehensive digital twin. Connect desktop actions (keystrokes, mouse clicks, and screen scrolls) to business processes with enhanced Task Mining capabilities and AI-driven Task Discovery. Integrate unstructured data like PDFs, semi- structured data like emails, and data from beyond the organization’s boundaries with Celonis Networks.
● Integrate enterprise architecture blueprints with live operational reality. This ensures IT and AI understand which systems are used for which activities, allowing them to make decisions based on real-world performance.
● Populate the digital twin faster with 60+ pre-built objects and events, and new AI assistants for Data Extraction and Data Modeling.
AI-driven operations
Celonis provides advanced capabilities to continuously analyze, design and operate composable, AI-driven processes:
● OCPM: Introducing new object-centric process mining (OCPM) capabilities, Performance Spectrum, Instance Explorer, and the Object-Centric Performance app, to help customers identify issues at process intersection points—where failures often occur. For example, ensuring smooth transitions between the transport, storage, packing, and shipping of final goods.
● Orchestration Engine: Extending Orchestration Engine to coordinate AI agents alongside people and systems, as it executes end-to-end processes—it is now generally available as a core capability of the Celonis platform.
● Process Intelligence MCP Server: Launching the world’s first Model Context Protocol (MCP) server built for process intelligence to feed AI agents with the dynamic operational context they need to make relevant decisions and take effective actions
Composable solutions
Our technology partners are using the platform as the foundation to “compose” not only new
AI solutions but entirely new business models.
● Rollio: The Process Collaboration Agent from Rollio resolves process exceptions by bringing together the right people and context provided by Celonis, instantly. With successful implementations at Campari for Credit Blocks and Manroland Goss Web Systems GmbH in Quality Management, Rollio is rapidly expanding into new domains, such as ITSM and Procurement.
● Trullion: This partner’s specialized AI agent interprets contracts to automate the highly complex and often manual work required for lease accounting. With Celonis, they are building smarter features and giving our joint customers a single, connected view from contract to payment and from revenue to cash.
● Bloomfilter: Last year, we introduced our partnership with Bloomfilter to apply Process Intelligence to the Software Development Lifecycle. The new Celonis Agent Miner by Bloomfilter app helps companies move beyond analyzing human-led software development to understand and govern the behavior of AI agents as they write code.
4, Nov 2025
Desi Toons 2025 by Green Gold Animation Shines at IndiaJoy
Desi Toons 2025 powered by Green Gold Animation steals the spotlight at IndiaJoy, marking a defining moment for India’s animation industry
Hyderabad, 04th November, 2025: The 8th edition of IndiaJoy 2025, India’s most influential festival shaping the creative economy, reached a resounding high as Desi Toons 2025 powered by Green Gold Animation emerged as one of its most defining highlights. Held on November 1st at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC), the conclave celebrated the power of Indian storytelling and showcased how creativity, culture, and technology are converging to shape India’s next decade of animation leadership.
The day-long animation conclave brought together India’s most prominent creators, producers, and policymakers from the Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) sectors, creating a vibrant forum to discuss the opportunities, challenges, and future pathways of India’s growing creative economy. The event was inaugurated by Mr. Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting; Mr. Sanjay Kumar, IAS, Special Chief Secretary, Department of ITE&C, Government of Telangana; and Mr. Rajiv Chilaka, Founder & CEO of Green Gold Animation and President of TVAGA, in the presence of leading figures from the AVGC and film industries.
Since its inception, Desi Toons, a flagship initiative conceptualized by Green Gold Animation, has become a cornerstone of India’s animation movement. Over the years, it has evolved from a creative conclave into a strategic industry platform, catalysing original IP creation, cross-border collaboration, and policy conversations that continue to influence the growth of India’s AVGC sector. The 2025 edition, themed “The Power of Originals: India’s Cultural Stories for the World,” reflected India’s ongoing shift from a service-driven market to a creator-led ecosystem recognized globally for its originality and storytelling depth.
Desi Toons, in its latest edition, continues to shine as India’s premier animation conclave celebrating the country’s thriving animation sector and uniting studios, creators, broadcasters, and licensing leaders under one platform. The event stands apart for its dedicated focus on Indian original IPs, meaningful industry networking, and exclusive pitching opportunities that nurture creative growth.
Mr. Rajiv Chilaka, Founder & CEO of Green Gold Animation and President of TVAGA, emphasized how Desi Toons is helping rewrite India’s animation narrative. “Desi Toons has evolved into a strategic platform that reflects how far India’s animation industry has come, and how much further it can go. For too long, India was seen as a back-end production hub. Today, we are creating original IPs that travel across cultures, languages, and geographies. The real opportunity lies in combining creative courage with business strategy, building studios that don’t just produce animation, but build sustainable, scalable brands. Through Desi Toons, our goal has always been to bring creators, policymakers, and investors to one table so that ideas can turn into enterprises. The conversations that begin here are shaping the industry’s future, both in India and globally.”
Throughout the day, discussions and masterclasses explored how Indian studios can build global-ready IPs and the role of policy, investment, and education in scaling the industry. The sessions featured an impressive line-up including Nag Ashwin (Kalki 2898 AD), Ashwin Kumar (Mahavatar Narasimha), Sai Abhishek (Warner Bros. Discovery South Asia), Ashish Kulkarni (Punnaryug Artvision), and Gaurav Mathur (Epic Games), among others – each bringing a unique perspective to India’s creative renaissance.
Mr. Nag Ashwin, Director of Kalki 2898 AD, reflected on how platforms like Desi Toons are helping India step into a leadership role in the global creative ecosystem. “Events like Desi Toons matter because they remind us that creativity doesn’t exist in isolation – it thrives in ecosystems. What Green Gold Animation has done with this platform is to make collaboration visible and accessible. India is now at a point where we can lead with both imagination and infrastructure. The challenge ahead is not talent, but it’s translating that talent into global-quality projects. Desi Toons gives us the space and the confidence to do that.”
Adding perspective on the changing animation landscape, Ashwin Kumar, Director of Mahavatar Narasimha, remarked “Desi Toons captures the pulse of India’s creative economy at the right time. The industry is maturing, technology is accelerating, and audiences are ready for stories that come from India but speak to the world. What I find most powerful is that it brings together people who don’t usually share a room – artists, producers, policymakers, and educators. That kind of convergence is what turns an industry into a movement. Green Gold has built more than a conclave here; they’ve built a mindset for the future.”
From a broadcaster’s lens, Sai Abhishek, Head of Factual Entertainment, Lifestyle & Kids at Warner Bros. Discovery South Asia, highlighted how Indian animation is gaining global credibility. “We’re at an inflection point where India is shifting from a contributor in the global animation supply chain to a creator of global intellectual property. What Desi Toons does brilliantly is bridge the gap between creativity and commerce. It encourages studios to think like storytellers and entrepreneurs at the same time. For us at Warner Bros. Discovery, it’s inspiring to see that kind of creative ambition coming from India – it’s the sign of a mature market that’s ready to compete on the world stage.”
A major highlight of this year’s edition was the launch of the Desi Toons Animation Pitch, a first-of-its-kind platform that gave Indian animation studios the opportunity to present their original IPs directly to broadcasters, OTT platforms, and investors. This initiative underlined Green Gold Animation’s long-standing commitment to empowering India’s animation ecosystem by fostering collaboration, mentorship, and market access.
Over the years, Desi Toons has played a pivotal role in shaping the discourse around India’s creative economy, helping bridge policy and practice while inspiring new creators to think globally. Its success also reflects Telangana’s leadership in building India’s animation hub, with Hyderabad emerging as a global destination for animation, VFX, and gaming.
The 2025 edition welcomed a diverse audience – from industry veterans and studio heads to students and animation enthusiasts – making it a powerful collective of creativity, vision, and ambition. As the curtain closed on this year’s event, one thing was clear: Desi Toons 2025 powered by Green Gold Animation was not just a showcase of talent but a statement of intent, that India is ready to define the next era of animation on the global stage.
4, Nov 2025
IIT Roorkee Researchers Create Life-Like Microscopic Self-Organizing Agents
Researchers from IIT Roorkee fabricate life-like microscopic agents capable of self-organization
IIT Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India, 04th November 2025: Researchers at IIT Roorkee fabricate microscopic hydrogels capable of hosting reactions within to power their self-organization at an oil-water interface. They show several life-like behaviours such as chemical fuel (food) dependence and asocial interactions with other colloids, perform microscale cargo logistics and precision colloidal assembly. Such soft microscopic robots (microbots) would play key roles in environmental remediation and targeted drug delivery. This research was spearheaded by Mr. Pankaj S. Patwal, PhD Research Scholar, under the supervision of Prof. Pavan Kumar Bosukonda and their work has been published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS), one of the world’s most prestigious scientific journals.
The study explores how model microcompartments can utilize chemical reactions hosted within to power outward fluid flow around themselves and regulate their local interactions. This enables them to produce an ordered state at the expense of chemical fuel, maintained away from equilibrium, which is a fundamental aspect of living cells. This research represents a significant step in the growing field of colloidal systems chemistry that seeks to understand how simple chemical components interact locally and produce emergent complex properties that are impossible to replicate in equilibrium conditions. These model colloids not only self-organise but can also control precisely other nearby inert microcompartments. When immobilised, they can collectively execute microscale cargo logistics and precision assembly of microcompartments to enhance chemical signaling between microcompartments.
Beyond mimicking the fundamental aspects of living systems, the findings have meaningful implications for the future. This research is a step towards next-generation intelligent materials, soft robots and artificial cells that can sense, adapt and respond to their complex surroundings. In the future, such non-toxic enzyme-powered microbots could be used in environmental remediation, such as the cleanup of oil spills, chemical sensing, or even drug delivery, where microscopic agents need to move, assemble, and act autonomously without external control.
This research resonates strongly with global scientific and policy priorities. It aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). It is also in step with India’s strategic emphasis on strengthening the bioeconomy, enabling green technology innovation, and advancing Atmanirbhar Bharat in science and engineering. More broadly, the work contributes to the worldwide movement toward low-energy, biologically inspired technologies that are smart, sustainable, and future-ready.
Prof. Pavan Kumar Bosukonda (Supervisor) remarked, “This research advances our understanding of dynamic self-organization processes at interfaces that is a fundamental feature of living systems. The insights gained here provide a basis for developing autonomous microscale assemblies without external actuation to address challenges in environmental remediation.”
Research Scholar Mr. Pankaj S. Patwal expressed his thoughts, stating, “Our goal is to build smart materials that are capable of organizing and responding like living systems, but made entirely from simple materials.” I am grateful to my advisor, my research group, and IIT Roorkee for fostering an environment that encourages scientific curiosity and interdisciplinary exploration.”
Director, IIT Roorkee, Prof. K.K. Pant, congratulated the team and said, “This achievement reflects the strong research culture at IIT Roorkee and the Institute’s commitment to advancing frontiers in fundamental and applied sciences.”
In simple terms, this research showcases how small biomimetic systems can transiently form and organise themselves without any external trigger in the presence of the chemical fuel that mimics the fundamental behaviour of living systems. This research will provide future direction for self-operating miniature machines and help create life-like materials that is a current challenge for the scientific community. This breakthrough highlights IIT Roorkee’s growing role in shaping the future of advanced scientific research.
4, Nov 2025
Vanguard launches Hyderabad Technology Center to drive global digital transformation and talent development
November 04, 2025: Vanguard celebrated the official launch of its Global Technology Center in Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone in the firm’s technology transformation. The new office reflects Vanguard’s recognition of India as a strategic center for innovation, talent development, and digital transformation. The Hyderabad office will serve as a hub for engineering excellence, cloud modernization, data analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and cybersecurity. It will also feature collaborative labs designed to accelerate innovation across Vanguard’s digital platforms and enterprise solutions.
“Hyderabad represents a thriving technology ecosystem with talent and ambition that underpins Vanguard’s commitment to provide our investors a world-class digital experience. We’re excited to open our new technology center in Hyderabad and to welcome our new Vanguard India crew members. This technology hub builds on our decade-long collaboration in the region and will play a vital role in advancing innovation in support of our mission,” said Nitin Tandon, Global Chief Information Officer at Vanguard.
The Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Govt. of Telangana, Minister of Finance & Planning, Energy, Sri Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka Garu, attended the inauguration and ribbon-cutting as Vanguard’s Chief Guest. Sri Duddilla Sridhar Babu Garu, Honourable Minister of Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, and Legislative Affairs, attended as Guest of Honor. He said: “Hyderabad has emerged as one of the top choices for BFSI product engineering and digital innovation, offering the right mix of talent and infrastructure. With Vanguard joining this growing ecosystem, Telangana further strengthens its position as a global hub for financial technology and innovation.”
Vanguard’s Hyderabad technology center is central to global and local AI advancements, supporting the company’s broader digital transformation mission. With AI rapidly evolving, Vanguard aims to foster collaboration on innovative use cases in Financial Services and Information Technology that harness India’s rapidly growing digital economy.
Venkatesh Natarajan, Head of Vanguard India, said, “Our crew members are at the heart of everything we do. This office will combine Vanguard’s mission-driven culture – centered on fairness and unwavering integrity – with India’s world-class technology talent. Together, we will create technology capabilities that are innovative, scalable, and meaningful for investors everywhere.”
3, Nov 2025
Hyderabad Comic Con X Dreamhack India concludes with celebration of pop-culture fandom and gaming
Hyderabad, 3rd November, 2025: The Maruti Suzuki Arena Hyderabad Comic Con, powered by Crunchyroll, along with Dreamhack India concluded its three-day run from October 31st to November 2nd at Hitex exhibition Centre, bringing together fans of comics, anime, gaming, cosplay, and everything in between to the pop culture universe.
The convention saw a turnout of more than 40,000 including over 400 cosplayers. Organized by Comic Con India under the aegis of NODWIN Gaming, the event featured international guests, writer and executive producer Mike Costa, who is best known for shaping Netflix’s Lucifer and artist J. Gonzo, renowned for his captivating covers on classics like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Ghost Rider, and Alien. Along with 17 comic artists and creators, 9 performers, and over 80 exhibitors from across India, offering interactive experiences.
Maruti Suzuki engaged visitors with a fun reflex game and their impressive Maruti Suzuki Arena display. The Crunchyroll booth was a hit, lighting up the space with an Anime playlist that had fans vibing all day. Over at Android Land, PANFEST was hosted where BGMI fans dropped into open lobbies where they battled out with their close opponents.
Amar Chitra Katha and Tinkle offered a special VR experience, letting fans immerse themselves in their vibrant story worlds. The Running Man Rage Room gave participants a chance to let loose, exactly as its name suggests. Adding to the fun were the Predator Badlands Zone and the Zootopia 2 Zone, each offering their own unique sides.
The convention also hosted the Hyderabad Qualifiers of the Indian Championship of Cosplay 2026. Pracheta Banerjee won the city Qualifier with a cash prize of INR 50,000 and will represent Hyderabad at the Indian Championship of Cosplay 2026 finals.
DreamHack India celebrated its sixth anniversary. India’s largest digital festival featured retro gaming zones, BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) areas, KO Fight Night and chess tournaments in Rapid and Blitz formats. In KO Fight Night, KMR YoshiKiller claimed victory in Tekken 8, taking home INR 1,00,000 while JLQ Hallmark emerged victorious in Super Smash Bros and won INR 40,000.
The Meet & Greet Zones powered by official talent partners RNT (Revenant Esports) were packed with fans eager to meet their favorite gaming personalities, including Scout, Kaashvi, Sensei IGL, Ghatak Trace GOD, along with many others.
Red Bull athletes and GodLike creators such as, Jonathan, V3nom, Zgod, Sharkshe, Bachu, Dobby Mizo along with popular gaming creator Payal added to the excitement at the Red Bull Tetris National finals which was hosted at Dreamhack India 2025. Rob, aka Harun Robert, famously known for his show M.A.D., also had a meet and greet session with his fans at the Red Bull Tetris National finals.
Three days also featured an incredible lineup of performers like Syed Bashaar, Vivek Muralidharan, Karan Singh,Celinedee Matahari, Kayden Sharma, MC Maahaa, Black Diamond, Geek Fruit, and Team Artista making it a truly unforgettable experience for fans.
Following the success of the Hyderabad edition, Comic Con India is set to debut its first-ever Guwahati edition on November 22nd – 23rd, 2025, marking an exciting expansion into India’s Northeast region.
Shefali Johnson, CEO of Comic Con India said, “Hyderabad is the first stop of this season of Comic Con India, and the response here, as always, has been absolutely phenomenal. The energy and enthusiasm that fans brought to the event is something we always hoped for. People of all ages were celebrating their love for pop culture. There were kids who dressed as characters like Shinchan, Ironman, Zoro and more. Whether it was meeting their favorite artists, striking poses with beloved cosplay characters, or diving into the many immersive experience zones, the city truly came alive with excitement, further highlighting the cultural phenomenon that Comic Con India is.”
3, Nov 2025
Salman Khan Hails I-POPSTAR Maan Panu’s Track ‘I’m Done’ as a Winner
Salman Khan Gives a Shoutout to I-POPSTAR’s Maan Panu, Calls His Track ‘I’m Done’ a Winner
Mumbai, India, 3rd November, 2025: Amazon MX Player’s I-POPSTAR continues to make waves across the country with its fresh, original music and rising independent voices. The show, which brings together some of India’s most promising musicians competing to become the nation’s first I-POPSTAR, has already become a hub for discovering breakthrough talent and the latest proof of that is Maan Panu’s viral single, “I’m Done.”
Released on September 17, 2025, under Warner Music India as part of I-POPSTAR: Vol. 1 (Episodes 1–3), the track has officially taken over social media. Written and composed by Maan himself, the 2-minute-39-second song captures the emotions of closure, growth, and self-discovery with a catchy 146 BPM beat. Its relatable lyrics “I don’t have any regret that you left” and easy replay value have made it a favorite for reels and short-form videos, with fans using the hook as a self-liberation anthem.
Adding a massive boost to the song’s momentum, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan took to Instagram to share his love for the track. Posting a photo of himself in rugged cowboy attire beside a horse, he wrote: “An amazing track after a very long time… Congratulations! Wish this was one of my songs.”
Salman’s endorsement has supercharged the song’s popularity, sending fans streaming and sharing it in huge numbers. Within hours, “I’m Done” became a trending sound across platforms, reflecting how I-POPSTAR is successfully turning emerging musicians into national sensations through their original compositions.
With every episode, I-POPSTAR continues to prove that India’s next big pop movement is homegrown powered by authenticity, creativity, and the voices of its contestants. Catch the next episodes only on Amazon MX Player, streaming free across mobile, Connected TVs, the Amazon shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Airtel Xtreme.
3, Nov 2025
Sundaram Finance logs highest-ever disbursements of Rs. 15,423 crores; Q2 disbursement growth of 18% to Rs. 8,113 crores
November 3, 2025: The Board of Directors of Sundaram Finance Ltd. (SFL) approved the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the half year ended September 30, 2025, at its meeting held on November 3, 2025, in Chennai.
“Q2FY26 started with continuing macroeconomic sluggishness witnessed over the past few quarters. The introduction of GST 2.0 reforms and the country’s rating upgrade by global rating agencies have boosted overall sentiments over the past 4-6 weeks. Under these circumstances, Team Sundaram has delivered 15.3% growth in AUM to Rs. 55,419 crores, asset quality with net stage 3 assets at 1.13% vs 0.89% last year and profits after tax growth of 27% year-on-year. Our Group companies in asset management, general insurance and home finance have continued to record strong results. We continue to rely on our time-tested approach of steady and sustainable growth with best-in-class asset quality and consistent profitability,” said Harsha Viji, Executive Vice Chairman.
Disbursements for H1FY26 recorded a growth of 12% over H1FY25 and for Q2FY26, disbursements have grown 18% Y-o-Y. Gross stage 3 assets as on September 30, 2025, stood at 2.03% with provision cover of 45% as against 1.62% as on September 30, 2024, with provision cover of 45%. Profits from operations performed strongly, growing by 16% in H1FY26 and 17% in Q2FY26. Profit after tax registered a 27% rise in H1FY26, with net profit at Rs. 823 crores and for Q2, PAT grew 16% to Rs. 394 crores. Return on assets closed at 2.72% in H1FY26 as against 2.50% for H1FY25 and capital adequacy at 19.3% remained quite comfortable.
Rajiv Lochan, Managing Director, stated, “The festival period has been strong, and the morale of team Sundaram is on a high following a well-executed festival plan. We anticipate the impact of GST 2.0 on consumption to be buoyant, rural demand to improve after a healthy monsoon period and private sector capex to pick up in the coming quarters. Consequently, our post-festival outlook for Q3 and H2 is optimistic. We are well-positioned to drive our time-tested mantra of balancing growth with quality and profitability and taking a long-term, through-cycle view to our customers, employees and other partners.”
STANDALONE PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS FOR H1FY26
· Disbursements for H1FY26 grew by 12% to Rs. 15,423 crores as compared to Rs. 13,768 crores registered in H1FY25. Disbursements for Q2FY26 grew by 18% to Rs. 8,113 crores as compared to Rs. 6,860 crores registered in Q2FY25.
· The assets under management grew by 15% to Rs. 55,419 crores as on 30th September 2025 as against Rs. 48,058 crores as on 30th September 2024.
· Net interest income (NII) grew by 23% to Rs. 1,603 crores in H1FY26 from Rs. 1,304 crores in H1FY25. Q2FY26 growth in NII was 21% to Rs. 822 crores.
· Gross stage 3 assets as on 30th September 2025 stood at 2.03% with 45% provision cover as against 1.62% with provision cover of 45% as on 30th September 2024. Net stage 3 assets as on 30thSeptember 2025 closed at 1.13% as against 0.89% as on 30th September 2024.
· The Gross and Net NPA, as per RBI’s asset classification norms for NBFCs, are 2.80% and 1.79% respectively as against 2.39% and 1.55% as of 30th September 2024.
· Cost to income ratio improved to 29.60% in H1FY26 as against 31.91% in H1FY25.
· Profits from operations grew 16% to Rs. 937 crores in H1FY26 as against Rs. 812 crores in H1FY25. For the quarter, profits from operations grew 17% to Rs. 501 crores.
· Higher dividend income resulted in profit after tax registering 27% rise in H1FY26, with net profit at Rs. 823 crores as against Rs. 648 crores in H1FY25. For Q2FY26, PAT grew 16% Y-o-Y to Rs. 394 crores.
· Return on assets (ROA) for H1FY26 closed at 2.72% as against 2.50% for H1FY25. Return on equity (ROE) was at 15.91% for H1FY26 as against 14.24% for H1FY25.
· Capital Adequacy Ratio stood at 19.3% (Tier I –16.9%) as of 30th September 2025 compared to 20.0% (Tier I – 16.4%) as of 30th September 2024.
CONSOLIDATED PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS FOR H1FY26
The consolidated results of SFL include the results of its standalone subsidiaries Sundaram Home Finance, Sundaram Asset Management and joint venture company Royal Sundaram General Insurance.
· The assets under management (AUM) in our lending and general insurance businesses stood at Rs. 83,586 crores as on 30th September 2025 as against Rs. 72,541 crores as on 30th September 2024, a growth of 15%. The assets under management of our asset management business stood at Rs. 82,608 crores as on 30th September 2025 as against Rs. 76,845 crores as on 30th September 2024.
· Profit after tax for H1FY26 grew by 11% to Rs. 963 crores as compared to Rs. 871 crores in H1FY25.
GROUP COMPANY PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Our group companies continued to perform well.
· The asset management business closed the half year ended 30th September 2025 with assets under management of Rs. 82,608 crores (around 80% in equity) and consolidated profits from the asset management businesses were at Rs. 91 crores as against Rs. 68 crores in H1FY25.
· Royal Sundaram reported a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of Rs. 2,352 crores as compared to Rs. 2,053 crores in the previous year, representing a growth of 15%. The company reported a profit after tax of Rs. 121 crores for H1FY26 as against a profit of Rs. 126 crores in H1FY25.
· Sundaram Home Finance continued to grow strongly with disbursements up by 9% to Rs. 3,169 crores in H1FY26. The profit for H1FY26 was Rs. 137 crores, as against Rs. 111 crores in H1FY25.
3, Nov 2025
Tata AutoComp Showcases Cutting-Edge Rail Solutions at IREE 2025
Pune, India – 03rd November 2025: Tata AutoComp Systems Limited, a leading provider of automotive and mobility component solutions, concluded a highly successful participation at the International Railway Equipment Exhibition (IREE) 2025, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The auto component conglomerate’s participation marked a significant milestone in its journey of diversification into the railway mobility sector.
The Tata AutoComp booth was inaugurated by the Honourable State Minister of Railway, Mr. Ravneet Singh, alongside BEML Chairman & MD, Shri Shantanu Roy. The booth received an exceptional response from visitors, including distinguished dignitaries from the Railway Ministry, Metro and Urban Transport (MoUD), and prominent industry leaders.
The Tata AutoComp booth attracted significant attention from a broad spectrum of the railway industry for the company’s innovative propulsion systems, lightweight composite components, seating solutions, and HVAC technologies—all engineered to enhance performance, energy efficiency, and passenger comfort.
Key visitors included high-ranking officials from across the entire railway ecosystem, such as leadership from the Ministry of Railways and various Central and Zonal Railway authorities. Further engagement came from critical Production Units like MCF, ICF, and RCF, along with representatives from major Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) including BEML, BHEL, and RITES. The booth also hosted experts from crucial Technical and Regulatory bodies such as RDSO and IRSME. Strong interest was shown by leading Private Sector OEMs and suppliers in the mobility space, including Alstom, Hitachi, Titagarh, and Texmaco.
The company has formed strategic partnerships with leading international players such as Škoda, Compin Fainsa, and Air International Thermal Systems to bring advanced global technologies to India. With a strong focus on localization, Tata AutoComp is adapting these technologies to meet Indian requirements—making them cost-competitive, efficient, and aligned with the nation’s mobility vision.
Speaking on the success of the event, Mr. Arvind Goel, Vice Chairman, Tata AutoComp Systems, said,
“India’s railways are on the cusp of a major technological transformation, with trains like Vande Bharat and other new-generation models leading the way. For Tata AutoComp, with our deep expertise in auto components, the railway sector is a natural extension of our capabilities—enabling us to meet the evolving requirements of India’s modern rail ecosystem.”
Mr. Manoj Kolhatkar, Managing Director & CEO, Tata AutoComp Systems, added,
“Tata AutoComp’s participation at IREE 2025 further strengthens the company’s position as a trusted partner in India’s railway modernization journey—leveraging decades of automotive engineering and manufacturing expertise to deliver reliable, localized, and future-ready solutions for the country’s rapidly evolving rail ecosystem.”
Mr. Radek Svoboda, MD & CEO, Škoda Electric, said:
“India’s railway industry is evolving at an extraordinary pace, demanding the latest technologies that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and passenger comfort. Our focus is on bringing advanced, energy-efficient propulsion solutions for intercity and metro applications—supporting India’s vision to localize, modernize, and build world-class, future-ready rail mobility aligned with global standards.”
Marc Jammot, President, Compin Fainsa, said:
“In today’s fast-evolving rail industry, innovation is key to balancing energy efficiency with passenger comfort. We’re developing lighter, ergonomically advanced seating solutions that reduce energy consumption without compromising comfort. By integrating new materials and design technologies, we aim to redefine passenger experience and contribute to sustainable, future-ready rail travel in India.”
3, Nov 2025
Great Place To Work India Study Reveals 54 percent Workforce Uses AI; 49 percent Millennials Fear Job Loss
54 percent of India’s Workforce Now Using AI, Yet 49 percent of Millennials Fear Job Replacement: Great Place To Work® India Study
Mumbai, 3rd November, 2025: Great Place To Work® India, the global authority on workplace culture, has unveiled its latest ‘Voice of India’ study, revealing how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the country’s workforce. The findings highlight both growing confidence and lingering concerns as India embraces an AI-driven future.
According to the study, 54% of employees say their organizations are currently at a pilot or intermediate stage of AI implementation signaling steady progress toward a tech-enabled and efficient work environment. The IT sector leads in adoption, followed closely by Financial Services and Insurance, with organizations increasingly focusing on educating employees about responsible and productive AI use.
However, the report also sheds light on workforce anxiety. Four in ten employees fear AI could replace their roles within the next three to five years, with 49% of Millennials expressing this concern most strongly. Among those worried about AI’s impact, 40% are considering leaving their current jobs a challenge that HR and leadership teams must urgently address.
The study notes that AI-related insecurity is highest in organizations at early adoption stages (57%) and lowest in advanced adopters (8%), emphasizing that structured implementation, transparent communication, and leadership support can transform fear into optimism.
Encouragingly, half of the respondents report that their companies are actively helping them learn AI tools through training, experimentation, and responsible-use guidelines. Moreover, 61% of employees in advanced AI organizations feel supported by their leaders in using AI effectively — reinforcing the role of leadership in shaping employee confidence.
“As organizations advance in AI implementation, leaders are designing high impact strategies that enhance human capabilities,” said Balbir Singh, CEO, Great Place To Work® India. “Our ‘Voice of India’ study shows that Certified™ workplaces report 27% stronger leadership support and readiness for AI adoption. To stay ahead, leaders must identify real AI use cases, involve employees, and invest in reskilling programs.”
The report concludes that Certified™ workplaces stand out for their inclusive and responsible approach to AI, ensuring that technology benefits all employees, regardless of role or seniority.
Ultimately, the study underscores that technology’s success depends on workplace culture — trust, empathy, and transparency are key to ensuring AI empowers, rather than replaces, the human workforce as India moves toward an AI-driven economy.
