June 2026

 Award received by Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO – India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE In 1994, under the leadership of Mr. Magazine, it became the first IPC to set up its office in India Mr. Magazine is considered as the architect of IPCs in India   CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, has been recognised as the “Leading IPC of the Year” at the ETNow.in Realty Conclave & Awards 2026, held at Taj Palace, New Delhi. The award was received by Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO – India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE, and presented by Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Minister of State, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India.   Mr. Anshuman Magazine receiving award from Shri Raj Bhushan Choudhary, Minister of State, Ministry of Jal Shakti   The recognition highlights CBRE’s leadership in India’s international property consultancy (IPC) sector, driven by its data-led advisory approach, integrated service platform, and strong execution capabilities across asset classes.   “We are honoured to be recognised as the Leading IPC of the Year,” said Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO – India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa, CBRE. “This award is a reflection of the trust our clients place in us and the dedication of our teams across the country. India’s real estate sector continues to evolve rapidly, and CBRE remains committed to bringing global best practices, deep research-led insights, and innovative solutions that support our clients and contribute to the growth of the industry.”   CBRE is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with revenue of more than USD 38 billion in 2025. The US-listed firm has more than 155,000 employees serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE offers a broad range of integrated services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services. CBRE has been included in the Fortune 500 since 2008 and has been ranked the industry’s top brand by the Lipsey Company for 24 consecutive years.   In 2026, CBRE rose to 118th rank on the Fortune 500 list of the largest U.S.-based companies. This is CBRE’s highest ranking ever on the Fortune 500; we were ranked 128th in 2025.   In 1994, under the leadership of Mr. Magazine, it became the first IPC to set up its office in India. Since then, the operations have grown to include more than 13,000 professionals across 17 offices, with a presence in over 100 cities in India. In 2025, CBRE topped the list of India’s “Best Employers” by TIME and Statista.   CBRE, in India, provides clients with a wide range of real estate solutions, including Strategic Consulting, Valuations/Appraisals, Capital Markets, Leasing, Global Workplace Solutions & Property Management, and Project Management.   A veteran in the real estate industry, Mr. Magazine is considered as the pioneer of the IPC industry in India and has been instrumental in shaping the country’s modern real estate services landscape. In his current role, he oversees operations across 19 countries and over 50 offices. He has driven CBRE’s Advisory & Transaction Services, Asset Services, Capital Markets, Project Management, and Valuation businesses to exceptional profitability.   Over his three decades at the helm of the company, Mr. Magazine has been instrumental in shaping the key infrastructure projects in India, including SEZs, airport privatizations, and metro developments. Under his leadership, CBRE has secured significant projects with sovereign wealth funds like Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, and landmark initiatives such as the Abu Dhabi Municipality project and the NEOM development.   “The guiding principle at CBRE is to provide strategic solutions that make real estate holdings more productive and economically efficient for its clients across all service lines,” Mr. Magazine said.   About CBRE Group, Inc. CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2025 revenue). The company has more than 155,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage servicing, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience, data center solutions); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.   CBRE was the first International Property Consultancy to set up an office in India in 1994. Since then, the operations have grown to include more than 13,000 professionals across 17 offices, with a presence in over 100 cities in India. In 2025, CBRE topped the list of India’s “Best Employers” by TIME and Statista. As a leading international property consultancy, CBRE provides clients with a wide range of real estate solutions, including Strategic Consulting, Valuations/Appraisals, Capital Markets, Leasing, Global Workplace Solutions & Property Management, and Project Management. The guiding principle at CBRE is to provide strategic solutions that make real estate holdings more productive and economically efficient for its clients across all service lines. Please visit our website at https://www.cbre.co.in/   Follow us on social media: CBRE Corporate: LinkedIn Twitter Anshuman Magazine: LinkedIn Twitter

Parimatch Sports, a high-quality sportswear brand inspired by the world’s top athletes, has announced a partnership with cricketer Nikhil Chaudhary. Chaudhary joins Parimatch Sports as a brand ambassador, having established himself in Australia’s Big Bash League in recent seasons, where his fearless style and calmness under pressure have made him a standout performer in the competition.   Parimatch Sports Welcomes Cricketer Nikhil Chaudhary as Brand Ambassador   Born in Delhi and raised in Punjab, Chaudhary moved to Australia in 2020 and had to build his career from the ground up. Different system, different conditions, no shortcuts. He stayed in the game through domestic cricket, gradually turning persistence into professional progress.   Chaudhary eventually earned his place in the Big Bash League, one of the world’s most competitive domestic T20 environments. Since then, he has been recognised for his aggressive batting and composed decision-making against high-quality bowling attacks. From club cricket in Brisbane to Big Bash level, he continues to build a reputation as a reliable middle-order player.   “What stood out about Nikhil is how he worked his way into professional cricket after starting over in a completely new system. He didn’t have a straightforward path, and that’s reflected in the way he plays — direct, adaptable, and composed when the game is on the line. This ability to perform without ideal conditions is what resonates with Parimatch Sports, a brand built around athletes who deliver when it matters most,” said Parimatch Sports Press Office.   “Parimatch Sports feels like the right fit. We believe in the same things — confidence, bold moves, and stepping up when the pressure is on. That’s how I play. That’s how I live,” said Nikhil Chaudhary. “I’m happy to be part of Parimatch Sports.”   With growing attention around his performances, he remains part of a new generation of India-born players shaping careers outside traditional pathways. His journey is still evolving, now aligned with Parimatch Sports, a brand inspired by сhampions.​

Jarvis Invest today announced the launch of Jarvis Atlas, an AI-powered global market intelligence platform designed to help investors discover opportunities across global equities, commodities, and Indian markets through a unified intelligence ecosystem.   AI-powered platform designed to help investors identify opportunities across global equities, commodities, and Indian markets   The launch comes at a time when affluent investors are increasingly expanding their investment horizons beyond domestic markets.   Today, investors are witnessing another shift.   Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how businesses operate. Semiconductor companies have become the backbone of technological innovation. Commodities are being influenced by energy transition, and evolving geopolitical dynamics. New opportunities are emerging across industries, asset classes, and markets simultaneously.    Many of these opportunities are either unavailable on Indian exchanges or only accessible indirectly through companies listed overseas. Industries shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence, semiconductor infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, and global technology remain concentrated in international markets.   As a result, investors are beginning to think differently.   The question is no longer: “Should I invest in India or global markets?”   The more relevant question is: “How do I identify the best opportunities wherever they emerge?” This shift in investor thinking has led to the launch of Jarvis Atlas, an AI-powered global market intelligence platform designed to help investors discover opportunities across global equities, commodities, and Indian markets through ONE Intelligence Platform.   Investors today have access to an endless stream of news, research reports, economic data, analyst commentary, social media opinions, and market forecasts.   According to Sreebhashyam Srinivas, Chief Investment Officer at Jarvis Invest, successful investing has always depended on the ability to separate meaningful signals from market noise.   With over three decades of experience across treasury management, capital markets, institutional trading, risk management, and investment strategy, Srinivas has witnessed multiple market cycles, economic events, and shifts in investor behaviour throughout his career.    Speaking about the changing nature of investing, Srinivas said, “Investing has always been about making sense of uncertainty. What has changed today is the sheer volume of information investors are expected to process. Every day, investors are exposed to thousands of data points from economic indicators and earnings reports to geopolitical developments and market commentary. The real challenge is identifying what is relevant, understanding its impact, and making decisions based on research rather than emotion.”   This philosophy has played a significant role in shaping the development of Jarvis Atlas.   Introducing Jarvis Atlas Recognizing the growing need for integrated investment intelligence, Jarvis Invest has launched Jarvis Atlas, an AI-powered global market intelligence platform designed to help investors discover opportunities across global equities, commodities, and Indian markets.   The platform combines AI-powered analysis, market research, quantitative frameworks, and investment intelligence to help investors monitor developments across: Global Equities Commodities Indian Markets Macroeconomic Trends Sector and Theme-Based Opportunities   A Vision for the Future of Investing Speaking on the launch of Atlas, Sumit Chanda, Founder & CEO of Jarvis Invest, said, “For decades, investors have been forced to think in silos. Indian equities on one platform, global markets on another, commodities somewhere else, and research scattered across multiple sources. We believe that model no longer reflects how opportunities emerge in today’s world. The future of investing is not about choosing between India, the US, Germany, the UK, or commodities. It is about having the intelligence to identify opportunities across all of them at the right time.”   The launch of Atlas reflects a broader shift in how investors approach portfolio construction. As long-term themes such as Artificial Intelligence, digital transformation, semiconductor infrastructure, energy transition, and cross-border capital flows continue to shape markets, investors are increasingly looking for research-driven insights that help them make informed decisions.   India remains one of the world’s most attractive long-term investment destinations. However, as wealth grows and markets become more connected, investors are increasingly adopting a global perspective while continuing to participate in domestic growth opportunities.   With Atlas, Jarvis Invest aims to provide investors with a structured framework for understanding global market developments and identifying opportunities across asset classes through a single platform.   About Jarvis Invest Jarvis Invest is a SEBI-registered stock advisory and investment platform that leverages artificial intelligence, quantitative research, and market intelligence to help investors make informed decisions and build long-term wealth. The company offers portfolio management, investment research, risk management solutions, stock recommendations, and trade ideas designed to support both long-term and short-term wealth creation across Indian and global markets.

In a unique initiative celebrating one of the most significant infrastructure milestones in North India, CRC Group, one of Noida’s leading real estate developers, will fly over 75 prominent business families from the city on the historic first commercial flight from Lucknow to Noida International Airport on June 15, 2026.   The initiative coincides with the commencement of commercial operations at Noida International Airport, a project widely regarded as a catalyst for the next phase of economic growth across Noida, Greater Noida, the Yamuna Expressway region and western Uttar Pradesh.   As Noida International Airport Takes Flight, CRC Group Reinforces Confidence in Noida’s Economic Future   By bringing together some of the city’s most influential entrepreneurs, industrialists, investors and business leaders on this landmark journey, CRC Group aims to celebrate Noida’s transformation into a major economic hub and highlight the immense opportunities being unlocked through world-class infrastructure development.   Over the past decade, Noida has emerged as one of India’s fastest-growing urban economies, attracting global corporations, technology firms, manufacturing companies, startups and institutional investors. Supported by robust connectivity, planned urban development and a strong industrial ecosystem, the city has become one of North India’s most sought-after destinations for business expansion and investment.   The launch of Noida International Airport is expected to further accelerate this momentum. The airport is projected to generate substantial direct and indirect employment opportunities while strengthening sectors such as logistics, warehousing, hospitality, tourism, manufacturing, retail and real estate. Industry experts believe the project will significantly enhance the region’s connectivity and competitiveness, attracting both domestic and international investments.   The impact of the airport is already visible across the real estate sector. Noida and Greater Noida continue to witness strong demand across residential and commercial segments, supported by expanding infrastructure, metro connectivity, expressways, data centre investments and growing corporate presence. Several micro-markets in the region have recorded significant appreciation over the last few years, reinforcing investor confidence in the city’s long-term growth prospects.   Today, Noida is increasingly emerging as one of North India’s most prominent destinations for premium and luxury housing, driven by rising incomes, evolving lifestyle aspirations and sustained infrastructure development.   Speaking on the initiative, Salil Kumar, Director, CRC Group, said, “Noida’s growth story extends far beyond real estate. It is a story of infrastructure-led development, entrepreneurship, employment generation and economic transformation. As a homegrown developer, CRC Group has witnessed this evolution closely and remains deeply invested in the city’s future. Through this historic initiative, we aim to celebrate the confidence of the business community in Noida and highlight the tremendous opportunities that lie ahead for the region.”   The initiative reflects CRC Group’s broader commitment to fostering community engagement and supporting the city’s long-term growth journey. The company believes that transformational projects such as Noida International Airport, the upcoming Film City, Data Centre Parks, industrial corridors, Rapid Rail connectivity and expanding expressway networks will continue to strengthen Noida’s position as one of India’s most promising economic destinations.   As the first commercial flight lands at Noida International Airport, the symbolic journey undertaken by Noida’s business community serves as a reflection of the optimism, ambition and confidence surrounding the city’s next chapter of growth.

Ambience Mall Vasant Kunj and Ambience Mall Gurugram concluded the 10th edition of their flagship summer camp, ‘We Love Summer 2026’, bringing together over 200 registrations across both malls for 10 days of learning, creativity and immersive entertainment experiences.   10th Edition of “We Love Summer 2026” Wraps Up on a High Note at Ambience Malls – Vasant Kunj & Gurugram   The summer camp witnessed enthusiastic participation from children aged 5 to 12 years, who engaged in a thoughtfully curated mix of educational and recreational activities designed to make summer holidays both meaningful and enjoyable. Throughout the camp, children explored a wide range of experiences including robotics workshops, theatre sessions, art & craft activities and interactive learning modules. Alongside this, kids also enjoyed some of the most loved entertainment attractions at the malls, including movie screenings, iSKATE, Funcity and Timezone, making the camp a wholesome blend of fun and experiential learning. Arjun Gehlot, Director, Ambience Group, said, “It has been wonderful to see the kind of response We Love Summer has received this year as well. Over the years, the initiative has evolved into a space where children can explore new interests, build confidence, learn creatively and simply enjoy their holidays in a meaningful way. What makes it even more special for us is seeing families participate together and create shared experiences. The success of the 10th edition reinforces our belief that experiential community-led initiatives continue to resonate strongly with urban families today.” The key highlight of this year’s edition was the specially curated cookery experience hosted by The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences, where children got an opportunity to participate in engaging culinary sessions under expert guidance. Sharing their experience, the parents of participants Shukrona and Amir said, “We are truly grateful to the Ambience Mall team for organizing such a thoughtful and engaging summer camp. The care, warmth and attention shown towards the children made the experience even more special. It was wonderful to see the kids spend their holidays learning new things, making friends and having fun in a safe and nurturing environment. Initiatives like these create meaningful memories for both children and parents, and we sincerely appreciate all the effort that went into making it a success.” The initiative also created dedicated engagement experiences for mothers, who participated in specially organised workshops by Foodstories, Nespresso and Dyson, including complementary hairstyling experiences and interactive lifestyle sessions. The camp concluded with a special certification ceremony across both malls, where participating children were awarded certificates for completing the summer camp, marking the culmination of another memorable edition of We Love Summer. Through such initiatives that blend entertainment, learning and engagement, Ambience Malls continue to create experiential platforms that resonate with the aspirations of urban consumers.

The Association of People with Disability (APD) launched its Policy Research Fellowship and recognised the top five districts contributing to its Yes to Access (YTA) platform at the Bengaluru edition of Circle of Collaborations, held at the Saanchi Gallery, Bengaluru International Centre.   APD’s Circle of Collaboration, Bengaluru Edition, sparked dialogue on accessibility, public accountability, government participation, and data-driven inclusion   The event brought together stakeholders from government, industry, civil society, and the disability community to advance evidence-based action on accessibility and inclusion. It follows a series of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2026 initiatives by APD, including a policy dialogue on embedding disability inclusion within ESG frameworks, the development of a Digital Accessibility Indicator, a multi-stakeholder panel discussion and a public exhibition that debuted in New Delhi before travelling to Bengaluru.   As India marks a decade of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, the event focused on generating evidence for policy and mobilising communities to map public spaces. The discussions were particularly timely following the recent Karnataka High Court guidelines on improving accessibility in public and private buildings, highlighting the need for better data, stronger implementation, and community participation. Through the Yes to Access platform, citizens report local accessibility data to help persons with disabilities, caregivers, and allies identify navigable locations. To recognise districts that have actively contributed to expanding this accessibility database, the organisation honoured the top five-performing districts on the platform. Meanwhile, the newly launched Policy Research Fellowship will support data-driven research to improve institutional accountability and policy implementation.   The event was inaugurated by Dr Suman Kumar, Director of the Ali Yavar Jung Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities. Delivering the Special Address, Dr Manik Gursal I.A.S., Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Government of Maharashtra, reflected on the evolving disability-inclusion landscape in India, stating, “The true measure of inclusion lies in whether persons with disabilities can participate fully in everyday life with dignity and independence. Building such an environment requires a long-term commitment to equity, opportunity, and shared responsibility across society.“ An interactive exhibition showcased the journey of the Yes to Access initiative. Two panel discussions explored how technology and inclusive design can improve infrastructure planning, as well as the role of families and volunteers in building more inclusive communities.   Speaking at the event, Sukanto Aich, CEO, APD, said, “As we mark a decade of the RPwD Act, we must shift the focus from intent to impact. Accessibility demands policy, evidence, meaningful community participation, and sustained collective action. Through the Policy Research Fellowship and Yes to Access, APD advances this agenda by combining research with citizen-led engagement to drive systemic change.”   The event concluded with a collective commitment to turning accessibility from policy intent into lived reality through sustained collaboration, evidence-based action, and community leadership.   About The Association of People with Disability The Association of People with Disability (APD) is a Bengaluru-based non-profit organisation working towards empowering persons with disabilities through inclusive education, livelihoods, skill development, community-based rehabilitation, policy advocacy, and accessibility initiatives. Through collaborative programmes and partnerships, APD works to build equitable and inclusive systems that enable persons with disabilities to participate fully in society.

Project Management Institute (PMI), the leading authority in project management, convened a high-level construction and infrastructure roundtable bringing together more than 25 senior executives from leading organisations. The roundtable brought together leaders from across infrastructure, construction, energy, renewables, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and advisory sectors, representing both public and private enterprises. Held under the theme ‘Closing the delivery capability gap in Indian infrastructure: From national ambition to predictable on-ground execution’, the roundtable explored how India’s infrastructure ecosystem can strengthen execution capability, build future-ready project talent, and improve delivery outcomes as project complexity and investment scale continue to rise.   PMI leaders drive dialogue at the Construction Roundtable   Speaking about the growing importance of project management in infrastructure delivery, Amit Goyal, Managing Director, PMI South Asia, said, “India’s infrastructure growth story will increasingly be defined by how effectively projects are executed on the ground. As infrastructure projects become larger, more interconnected, and time-sensitive, organisations will need skilled professionals who can manage complexity, align multiple stakeholders, and optimise resources to deliver consistent, precise outcomes. Building future-ready project talent and strengthening delivery capability will be critical to the ‘Viksit Bharat’ vision, ensuring that infrastructure investments translate into long-term economic and social impact.”   The Construction Project Management Talent Gap Report by PMI, 2026, indicates that demand for construction project professionals across South Asia is expected to accelerate significantly by 2035, driven by sustained infrastructure and industrial investment across the region. Under high-growth scenarios, South Asia’s construction talent gap could increase from 291,000 professionals today to 558,000 by 2035, with India alone projected to require nearly 395,000 construction project professionals by then.   During the session, Yash Singh, Partner, Business Consulting, KPMG India, highlighted, “India’s infrastructure and construction sector is entering a high-growth phase, making substantial investment in skilled project talent critical for delivering projects efficiently and sustainably. We are delighted to partner with PMI in such knowledge initiatives and advancing the dialogue around strengthening project and execution excellence.”   The discussion highlighted the operational and financial consequences of weak project execution across the industry. A 2020 global PMI survey also found that industry estimates indicate that 72% of projects exceed budgets, 73% face delays, and 70% experience scope creep. At the same time, nearly USD 127 million is lost for every USD 1 billion invested due to inefficiencies in project performance. Average project overruns affect profitability, stakeholder confidence, and long-term competitiveness.   As part of PMI South Asia’s broader Construction Roundtable series, this roundtable aimed to create a collaborative platform for industry leaders to identify capability gaps, exchange best practices, and explore diverse interventions that can strengthen infrastructure delivery outcomes across the region. The series builds on the first Construction Roundtable held during PMSAC24 in September 2024 which convened C-suite leaders and representatives from leading organisations across the infrastructure ecosystem.   About Project Management Institute (PMI) PMI is the leading authority in project management, dedicated to guiding the way to project success. Since 1969, PMI has shone a light on the power of project management and the people behind the projects. With a global community, gold-standard professional certifications, and career-long learning opportunities, PMI empowers current and aspiring project professionals, as well as organizations, with knowledge and resources to lead effectively and create an impact in the communities they serve. Join PMI in elevating our world – one project at a time. Connect with us at www.pmi.org, Linkedin, on Instagram, and on TikTok .   PMI Trademarks Project Management Institute and PMI are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Project Management Institute, Inc., in the U.S., in India, and/or in other countries.   Agile Alliance Trademarks Agile Alliance is a registered trademark of Agile Alliance.   Third Party Trademarks All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., one of India’s most trusted consumer electrical brands with leadership in fans, pumps, lighting, and appliances announced the launch of Crompton Armor Wires, marking its entry into the house wires category. At launch events held across Tamil Nadu, Telangana & Karnataka, the company’s leadership unveiled the new range of Crompton Armor House Wires, designed to serve as the core electrical backbone of Indian households. This expansion is a natural adjacency to Crompton’s existing portfolio, building on a trusted 85-year legacy of engineering excellence.   Crompton launches Armor Wires, marking its foray into the house wires category   To capture the massive opportunity in the cables and wires sector valued at nearly Rs. 1.25 lakh crore – Crompton is deploying a robust South-first go-to-market plan. Starting with Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Karnataka, the brand is leveraging its strong distribution network to ensure a seamless entry into this new category. By extending its proven Crompton 2.0 playbook anchored in premiumization, consumer-first innovation, and deep trade engagement—the company aims to raise benchmarks in performance, safety, and reliability within the residential ecosystem.   The Crompton Armor range includes multiple variants designed to address diverse household needs, with differentiated safety, insulation, and performance features. At the premium end is Crompton Armor Ultra, engineered with 10% more copper and the ability to operate at higher temperatures (up to 90°C). The range will include flexible house wires, designed to meet relevant quality standards while reinforcing Crompton’s reputation for reliability and innovation.   As Indian homes continue to evolve with higher appliance usage and increased electrical loads, the need for durable and safe wiring solutions has become more critical than ever. Crompton Armor Wires are designed to meet these evolving demands, ensuring long-term performance and reliability.   Future-ready wires. More current. Higher heat tolerance. Safer homes. Optimized Performance Across Needs: Multiple variants designed to meet varying household electrical requirements Superior Material Quality: 99.9%+ pure copper ensures efficient and consistent power flow Enhanced Safety: Low-smoke and low-toxic-gas properties for safer indoor environments Reliable Performance Under Stress: Armor Ultra operates at up to 90°C, ensuring stability under heavy load and varying environmental conditions. Long-Term Durability: Flame-retardant, anti-termite, and anti-rodent properties for sustained protection Global Standards: 100% RoHS compliance and adherence to rigorous national safety norms   The go-to-market strategy goes beyond retail, focusing on a comprehensive engagement model that empowers electricians, contractors, and key retailers, while also building strong preference among architects and builders. South India has been chosen as the launchpad owing to Crompton’s strong brand equity and distribution strength, making it the ideal region to build early national momentum.   Promeet Ghosh, MD & CEO, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., said, “At Crompton, consumers and electricians have trusted us for over 85 years to deliver safety, quality, and performance across core electrical categories. Our foray into residential house wires is a natural extension of that legacy and a strategic growth opportunity. This category offers a compelling business model, and we are investing in building a strong and scalable presence through product quality, distribution expansion, and deeper engagement with the ecosystem. At the same time, there is a clear need to drive greater awareness around the importance of choosing the right wiring solutions, given its direct impact on household safety and long-term performance. We are focused on establishing a strong presence in South India before expanding nationally, leveraging our brand strength, distribution network, and proven execution capabilities.”   Shaleen Nayak, Business Unit Head – Lighting, Solar, Wires & Cables, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., added, “Residential wires is a critical yet often under-considered part of home infrastructure, where product quality directly impacts safety and long-term performance. With Crompton Armor Wires, we are focused on scalability and durability and compliance with safety standards that modern households expect. Our Crompton Armor Ultra range, with 10% more copper and superior insulation, is designed to support the evolving power needs of modern homes. As we enter this category, our priority is to ensure strong availability, support our channel partners, and build confidence across electricians and consumers alike. Along with Crompton Armor we are also launching the Crompton Saathi App for electricians, this app will act as a one stop shop for all information related to the product and applicable incentives. This marks a significant step forward towards strengthening our decades long association with electricians.”   The cables and wires sector is a large and fast-growing market, valued at nearly Rs. 1.25 lakh crore. According to the 2024 research report by Motilal Oswal, residential house wires alone account for Rs. 30,000–35,000 crore and are expected to grow at a CAGR of 12–14% from 2024 to 2029. Crompton’s entry expands its total addressable market while bringing its reputation for trust, quality, and durability into a new category.   Today, homeowners, especially those building new or first homes are increasingly seeking trusted brands for safety and peace of mind. With this launch, Crompton strengthens its role in the residential electrical ecosystem, bringing its trusted promise of safety and reliability to a core household category. Already present in over 500 million homes, the brand’s enduring legacy, proven execution, and strong go-to-market network position it well to succeed in this segment.   About Crompton With a brand legacy of over 85 years, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. is India’s market leader in the category of fans and residential pumps. Over the years, the organization has continuously strived to produce a range of innovative products that cater to the modern consumer including superior quality and high-performance fans, pumps, lighting solutions, and a range of other categories like water heaters; air coolers; small kitchen appliances like mixer grinders, air fryers, OTG, electric kettles etc; other home appliances like irons & built-in kitchen appliances. The company has further invested in brand and innovation to not only better understand and meet consumer needs but to also help drive energy efficiency. The consumer business also has a well-established and organized distribution network driven by a strong dealer

Solinas Integrity Private Limited, a deep-tech robotics company incubated at IIT Madras, has been selected as the subject of a case study published on Harvard Business Publishing – the world’s foremost repository of business school teaching cases used by institutions across six continents. Authored by Dr. Suresh Srinivasan from the Great Lakes Institute of Management, the case thoughtfully captures Solinas’ journey, innovation, and growing impact across India.   ENDOBOT enables robotic inspection to detect defects inside water, sewer, & stormwater pipelines, while HOMOSEP eliminates manual scavenging through mechanized manhole cleaning Operating at the intersection of public infrastructure and industrial systems, Solinas has emerged as a key player working closely with municipal corporations across multiple states, as well as leading industries. The company focuses on solving critical challenges in underground infrastructure, ranging from manual scavenging, water pipeline leakages, and contamination risks to unsafe sewer systems, areas that are often invisible yet vital to public health and sustainability. Through its advanced robotics, AI, and digitization solutions, Solinas is enabling cities to reduce non-revenue water, improve service delivery, and make data-driven decisions. At the same time, its solutions are helping industries ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure reliability. Solinas is among a small cohort of Indian startups — and fewer still from the WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene) sector — to be featured in this publishing ecosystem. The case is now available as a teaching resource for MBA programs and business schools worldwide. The HBS case study highlights how Solinas is building a scalable and impact-driven business model in a traditionally underserved sector. It explores the company’s approach to navigating complex government ecosystems, establishing credibility in industrial markets, and leveraging technology to create measurable outcomes. “There is no playbook for building a technology company in the water and sanitation sector. Solinas has been built through constant experimentation and learning. Having studied Harvard Business School case studies during my education, it is incredibly meaningful to now see our journey featured as one,” said Divanshu Kumar, Co-founder & CEO, Solinas. The case is expected to serve as a global learning resource for students, policymakers, and business leaders, offering insights into innovation, public-private collaboration, and building a startup in critical infrastructure sectors in WASH (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene). About Solinas Integrity Private Limited Solinas is a deep-tech startup in the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, incubated at IIT Madras. The company focuses on underground urban water and wastewater infrastructure, developing robotics and AI-led solutions for the inspection, cleaning, digitization, and management of underground networks. Its portfolio includes robotic inspection systems, AI-powered analytics platforms, and the Manhole Cleaning Robot designed to enable safer and mechanized sewer maintenance. These technologies allow cities and utilities to visualize, assess, clean, and manage infrastructure that is otherwise invisible, improving safety, reducing non-revenue water, and eliminating the need for manual scavenging. Recognized and honoured by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Solinas partners with urban local bodies, water utilities, and industries to enhance the safety, efficiency, and resilience of critical public infrastructure. Solinas’ solutions have been deployed across more than 30 cities in India, enabling large-scale inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of underground water and wastewater systems. The company has worked with leading urban utilities and municipal bodies including Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB), Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB), Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB), Sangli, Miraj Municipal Corporation, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation, Tripura Jal Board, Greater Chennai Corporation, and Noida Authority. Its technology supports significant reductions in water loss, saving up to 600,000 litres per kilometre of inspection per day while lowering operational costs by up to five times. Through solutions such as the Manhole Cleaning Robot, ENDOBOT Robotic Crawler, and AI-driven analytics platforms, Solinas enables a proactive, data-driven approach to infrastructure management while advancing worker safety, operational efficiency, and climate resilience. The company has also expanded internationally, with its ENDOBOT robotic solution deployed with Dubai Municipality, and is now planning to scale its presence across the Middle East. Solinas aims to further expand its footprint across India and global markets, with a continued focus on enabling safer, more sustainable, and resilient urban infrastructure systems through robotics, AI, and intelligent underground infrastructure management. 

The combination of severe obesity, difficult tumour location deep, prior surgeries or radiotherapy, and multiple co-existing medical conditions increased complexity. The robotic minimally invasive approach avoided large abdominal incisions, enabled greater surgical precision, faster recovery, and discharge within just four days of surgery.   Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani, has successfully performed complex robotic colorectal cancer surgeries on three overweight and medically high-risk patients between 45-60 age group. Each patient weighed over 100 kilograms and had a BMI exceeding 38-40, along with associated medical conditions including diabetes, underlying cardiac issues, previous abdominal surgeries, and prior radiotherapy. Despite these added complexities, all three patients recovered rapidly and were discharged within four days of surgery.   Kauvery Hospital, Vadapalani   The patients were diagnosed with complex colorectal cancers, including very low rectal cancers and colon tumours located deep within the pelvis, an anatomically challenging region to operate on, particularly in overweight individuals and those with a history of prior abdominal surgeries or radiotherapy.   The surgeries were performed over three consecutive days by renowned robotic GI and colorectal surgeon Dr. Swaminathan Sambandham along with a multidisciplinary surgical and critical care team. The procedures were completed without large abdominal incisions. In an advanced minimally invasive approach aimed at reducing surgical trauma, the cancerous specimens were retrieved through the stoma site itself, thereby avoiding the need for additional abdominal cuts.   Despite the complexity and high-risk nature of the procedures, all three patients were mobilised early after surgery, experienced significantly less pain, and were discharged within just four days, an outcome considered highly notable in complex colorectal cancer surgeries involving obese and medically compromised patients.   Speaking about the procedures, Dr. Swaminathan Sambandham said, “These were among the most technically challenging colorectal cancer surgeries because of the patients’ obesity and associated medical conditions. Operating deep within the pelvis in overweight patients, especially those with previous surgeries or radiation history, is extremely demanding. Robotic surgery provides enhanced precision, better visualisation, and greater control, allowing us to perform these procedures safely while significantly reducing trauma to the patient.”   In his comments, Dr Aravindan Selvaraj, Co-founder and Executive Director, Kauvery Group of Hospitals, said, “Traditionally, such cases are considered surgically demanding due to restricted operating space, higher chances of blood loss, wound complications, infections, prolonged recovery, and increased post-operative risks. However, the surgical team at our hospital chose to manage all three cases using a completely robotic minimally invasive approach. The patients’ early mobilisation and discharge within four days despite the complexity of their condition reflects the advantages of advanced robotic surgery when combined with meticulous surgical planning and multidisciplinary care.”   The successful completion of these three consecutive complex robotic cancer surgeries further strengthens Kauvery Hospital Vadapalani’s growing expertise in robotic gastrointestinal and colorectal cancer surgery. The hospital continues to advance minimally invasive cancer care by combining cutting-edge robotic technology with highly specialised surgical expertise to deliver safer procedures, faster recovery, and improved patient outcomes even in the most challenging cases.