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Kapiva, one of India’s leading science-backed Ayurveda brands, has announced its entry into the clinical care segment with the launch of Kapiva Ayurveda Clinics, expanding its existing product-led portfolio to include structured, continuity-driven treatment models. The development comes as the company completes a decade in the category. The clinics address four major chronic concerns: Diabetes, Heart Health, Pain and Women’s Health.   Kapiva Ayurveda Clinic Doctors India’s chronic disease burden is no longer confined to older populations. Chronic health conditions are increasingly affecting Indians in their twenties and thirties, a generation that is not only seeking holistic alternatives but actively looking for care systems that address the root cause of their conditions, not just the symptoms. According to a 2024 survey by the Government of India, nearly half of India’s population has used Ayush systems for prevention or treatment of ailments, a reflection of how deeply the system is woven into everyday health decisions. The clinics are built for someone who has started a treatment plan and not been able to stay the course, and look to address a longstanding gap in the system: inconsistent outcomes driven by the absence of structured support after the first consultation.   At the centre of Kapiva’s clinical model is a 45 to 60 minute in-depth Ayurvedic consultation focused on identifying root causes rather than surface symptoms. By comparison, the average doctor consultation in India lasts between 5 and 10 minutes, without a clear understanding of what is driving their condition. Each patient then receives a personalised Ayurvedic treatment plan designed to fit into a real daily routine, explained in plain language, and built to be followed rather than just prescribed. The third pillar is the effortless post-care guidance: structured follow-ups at Day 7, 14, and 21, with in-built ongoing support, ensuring patients are seen through to completion, all within a single integrated patient journey that combines doctor-led diagnosis, personalised nutrition guidance, lifestyle interventions, AI-enabled diagnostics, and where appropriate, Panchkarma and Abhyangam therapies.   Commenting on the launch, Ameve Sharma, Founder and CEO of Kapiva said, “To offer truly comprehensive Ayurvedic care, we realised that patients require a much deeper, highly personalised approach that goes beyond just a product. Delivering that level of care requires a dedicated physical setup. In many ways, this brings Kapiva full circle. This launch was born directly from conversations with our consumers who were seeking structured support. As a customer-first brand, Kapiva Ayurveda Clinics are our way of ensuring they receive the end-to-end care they deserve.”   Over the last ten years, Kapiva has built a stronghold in chronic wellness products that address health problems from the root cause. The clinic model extends that same philosophy into structured clinical care for chronic disease management, where consultation, product use, and follow-up are part of one continuous Ayurvedic treatment journey.   Kapiva Ayurveda Clinics currently operate in three locations in Bengaluru: Whitefield, HSR Layout and Sarjapur Road, with each clinic offering consultations for diabetes, heart health, chronic pain and women’s health. The company plans to expand across additional Bengaluru locations before evaluating multi-city growth. The launch follows the brand’s announcement of the Kapiva Innovation Fund (KIF), a Rs. 50 crore corpus dedicated to advancing research and innovation in Ayurveda, and marks the company’s broader ambition to build a holistic Ayurveda healthcare brand beyond products.  About Kapiva Kapiva is a homegrown science-backed Ayurveda brand on a mission to make evidence-based Ayurveda simple, modern, and accessible for everyday wellness. Backed by a dedicated R&D vertical of scientists and researchers, Kapiva develops authentic formulations using science-backed Ayurveda, standardised herbs, and high-quality ingredients. Kapiva has been a disruptor in the Ayurvedic industry by introducing innovation in product formats that can be easily integrated into people’s daily routines. Kapiva has expanded globally with its wholly owned subsidiaries in the USA and Middle East, and has a strong offline presence across 50,000+ stores in India. One of India’s most trusted Ayurveda brands.  Website: www.kapiva.in

Percept Live and  Hyp-Ent. are set to bring one of the most anticipated international music experiences of the year to India as Grammy-nominated global R&B icon Trey Songz along with a host of other Hip Hop and R&B artists take over The Dome, Mumbai on 19 July, 2026 for an exclusive, ICONiQ White Nights performance.   Percept Live and Hyp Ent. bring R&B Superstar Trey Songz for ICONiQ White Nights at Dome Mumbai More than just a concert, the evening promises to unfold as an immersive ‘ICONiQ White Nights Experience’ – a bold celebration of music, fashion, nightlife, and culture, where guests are invited to embrace the signature all-white dress code and step into a world that reflects the spirit of ICONiQ – confident, vibrant, contemporary, and unapologetically iconic. The result will be a visually spectacular, high-energy experience unlike anything else on Mumbai’s entertainment calendar. With its premium and intimate setting, The Dome offers fans a rare opportunity to experience Trey Songz up close in a venue designed for connection, energy, and unforgettable live moments. Unlike large-format stadium shows, the contained environment creates an electric atmosphere where every performance feels personal, every beat hits harder, and every fan is closer to the action. The Trey Songz Live Concert offers a rare R&B experience for India. While India has long embraced global pop, EDM, hip-hop, and electronic music, international R&B performances of this scale remain remarkably rare. Trey Songz’s arrival marks a significant moment for India’s growing urban music audience and reflects the increasing demand for diverse global genres and premium live entertainment experiences. For fans of contemporary R&B, hip-hop, and global pop culture, this concert represents a unique opportunity to witness one of the genre’s most influential voices perform live in India. Few artists have shaped contemporary R&B quite like Trey Songz. Over the course of an acclaimed career spanning nearly two decades, the singer-songwriter has amassed billions of streams and delivered chart-topping hits including “Say Aah,” “Bottoms Up,” “Can’t Help But Wait,” “Heart Attack,” “Na Na,” and “Slow Motion.” Known for his smooth vocals, magnetic stage presence, and ability to seamlessly blend R&B, hip-hop, and mainstream pop influences, Trey Songz has built a global fanbase and remains one of the most recognizable figures in modern urban music. His live performances are celebrated for their energy, audience interaction and hit-filled setlists that leave fans wanting more. Mr. Amar Sinha, Managing Director, ABD, said, “Global music experiences have evolved beyond entertainment to become defining cultural moments for a new generation of consumers. As New India becomes increasingly connected to global culture, audiences are seeking experiences that bring together music, fashion, lifestyle, and self-expression. ICONiQ White has been built for this evolving consumer, with a positioning rooted in contemporary culture, individuality, and aspiration. Bringing a global icon like Trey Songz to India through the ICONiQ White Nights experience is a natural extension of that vision. For us, this association goes beyond sponsorship; it is an opportunity to place the brand at the centre of cultural moments that are immersive, memorable, and relevant to our consumers.” Nikhil Uniyal, Business Head, Percept Live said, “Today’s audiences are looking for more than just a concert. They want immersive, shareable experiences that create lasting memories. Trey Songz Live in Mumbai has been designed with exactly that vision in mind. From the premium intimacy of The Dome to the visually striking White Night theme, every element has been curated to deliver a truly elevated experience. As India’s appetite for global music and culture continues to grow, we’re proud to bring fans a unique event that combines world-class talent with the energy, excitement and sophistication of modern live entertainment.” Said Sonal Shah, Head – Brand Partnership and Sponsorship Sales, Percept Live, “This event sits at the intersection of music, culture, fashion, and lifestyle, making it a powerful platform for brands looking to engage India’s next-generation urban consumers. The exclusivity of a one-night-only Trey Songz performance, combined with our immersive White Night experience, presents a unique environment for impactful brand storytelling and audience engagement.” As anticipation builds, Trey Songz Live at The Dome is poised to become one of the city’s defining entertainment moments of the summer. A night where world-class music, premium experiences, fashion-forward audiences, and unforgettable memories come together under one roof. Tickets for ‘ICONiQ White Nights with Trey Songz in Mumbai’ is live exclusively on Live Your City – liveyourcity.com. Ticket categories span Gold, Platinum and Fan Pit, with prices ranging from Rs. 1,999/- to Rs. 4,999/-, ensuring an accessible yet premium experience for all fans.  About Percept Live Established in 2012, Percept Live is the live entertainment division of Percept Limited. It owns a prestigious portfolio of IPs including Sunburn – Asia’s No. 1 Dance Music Festival, Bollyboom, EPL (Eat Play Love), Windsong, and XCC. With 42 years of expertise in the “Ideas” business, Percept remains a leader in creating long-term value through innovative entertainment assets. About Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), one of the leading spirits companies in India. ABD has a presence in five main flavors, i.e., whisky, brandy, rum, vodka, and gin, with ‘millionaire’ brands like Officer’s Choice Whisky, Officer’s Choice Blue Whisky, Sterling Reserve Premium Whiskies and ICONiQ White Whisky. Currently, its manufacturing network comprises 40 units, of which 9 are owned bottling units, 1 is owned PET bottle manufacturing plant, 2 owned distilleries, and 28 non-owned manufacturing units.

Qualitest, the leading provider of AI-first quality engineering and assurance, today announces its rebrand to QualityAI. The new brand reflects the company’s evolution from software testing specialist to AI-first quality engineering partner, helping enterprises design quality into complex systems from the outset.   Qualitest Becomes QualityAI: The Trusted Assurance and Engineering Partner Across Every Stage of Enterprise AI   Across every industry, companies are racing to adopt AI, and the pressure to demonstrate progress is rising. According to Deloitte’s 2026 “State of AI in the Enterprise” report, the proportion of organizations expecting at least 40% of AI experiments to reach production is expected to more than double within six months. As AI moves from ambition to implementation, leaders need to prove that transformation is real, reliable, and effective. In a market crowded with AI claims, assurance is becoming the difference between AI momentum and AI washing.   “Every business wants to show it is moving fast on AI, but speed alone is not enough,” said Andrew Duncan, CEO of QualityAI. “Leaders need evidence that AI is working safely, reliably, and effectively in the real world. QualityAI exists to give them that certainty, helping organizations move beyond AI claims and go live with confidence.”   In regulated and high-trust industries, including financial services, health and life sciences, energy, utilities, and the public sector, the stakes are even higher. AI failure can create operational disruption, reputational damage, and loss of trust. As AI accelerates software development and decision-making, organizations need independent quality oversight that proves systems are ready for real-world use. That proof is becoming both a compliance imperative and a competitive differentiator.   Built on almost 30 years of software testing expertise, QualityAI operates across the entire quality assurance lifecycle, from early transformation planning through to go-live and post-launch optimization.   “Our heritage is in assurance, but our role today is much broader,” Duncan said. “We work with organizations from the earliest stages of transformation, helping them define, design, engineer, test, and operate complex systems with greater certainty. That means supporting clients before launch, at go-live, and long after deployment.”   QualityAI works with some of the world’s largest technology companies developing AI models and helps enterprises embed AI into business-critical systems with greater assurance. Since 2019, it has implemented proprietary AI solutions that can accelerate software testing by up to six times, reducing the time required to validate and integrate technology across complex enterprise environments.   Duncan concluded, “The path to AI adoption can seem like uncharted territory, but it is familiar ground for QualityAI. We have spent almost 30 years helping enterprises trust the technology they depend on. As we look ahead, our role is clear: to help organizations design quality into the AI-powered systems that will define their future.”   The Deloitte State of AI in the Enterprise report is available here: www.deloitte.com/uk/en/issues/generative-ai/state-of-ai-in-enterprise.html   About QualityAI QualityAI is an AI-first quality engineering company helping enterprises deploy and scale complex systems with greater confidence. Operating across data, models, platforms, infrastructure, and operational environments, the company provides assurance and engineering expertise that helps organizations ensure systems perform reliably in real-world conditions.   Formerly Qualitest, QualityAI supports global enterprises across regulated and technology-driven industries, combining deep engineering heritage with AI-enabled delivery, operational assurance, and lifecycle expertise to help clients achieve certainty at go-live.

The residential real estate landscape of NCR has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade. As homebuyers increasingly seek premium lifestyles, better connectivity, and world-class amenities, a handful of developments have emerged as benchmark projects in the region. Among them, Saya Gold Avenue, by Saya Homes, Indirapuram on NH24 has established itself as one of the most sought-after residential destinations in the region.   Premium lifestyle and recreational facilities at Saya Gold Avenue have helped establish it as one of NCR’s most sought-after residential destinations Today, Saya Gold Avenue is not merely a residential project; it is a landmark development by Saya Group that has redefined luxury living in Ghaziabad. From its towering skyline and strategic location to its extensive lifestyle amenities and thriving community, the project has become the preferred choice for discerning homebuyers, business leaders, senior professionals, and successful entrepreneurs. A Landmark That Redefined Ghaziabad’s Skyline Standing tall in the heart of Indirapuram, Saya Gold Avenue has emerged as one of Ghaziabad’s tallest residential developments, creating a distinct identity on the city’s skyline. The project comprises eight iconic towers rising up to 39 floors, reflecting contemporary architecture and premium urban living. Its scale, design, and premium positioning have made it one of the most recognized residential addresses in the region, setting new benchmarks for high-rise living in Ghaziabad.   Designed for holistic living, Saya Gold Avenue combines wellness, fitness, recreation, and community spaces in a premium residential environment Location: The Biggest Advantage For most homebuyers, location remains the single most important factor while purchasing a home, and this is where Saya Gold Avenue enjoys a significant advantage. Strategically located in Indirapuram, adjacent to Shipra Mall (now North India Mall) and with seamless access to NH-9, the project offers excellent connectivity to Noida, Delhi, Central Noida, Sector 62, and major commercial hubs across NCR. Residents benefit from proximity to schools, hospitals, shopping destinations, business districts, and public transportation networks. This combination of accessibility and urban convenience has made the project particularly attractive to working professionals, senior executives, and business families seeking a well-connected lifestyle. A Lifestyle Centered Around Experiences One of the defining features of Saya Gold Avenue is its expansive clubhouse and lifestyle infrastructure. The project boasts an approximately 80,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, among the largest lifestyle facilities in the region, complemented by a wide range of recreational and wellness amenities. Residents enjoy access to a semi-Olympic swimming pool, fitness facilities, indoor and outdoor sports infrastructure, jogging tracks, yoga spaces, children’s play areas, landscaped gardens, and multiple community engagement zones. In an era where homebuyers increasingly prioritize lifestyle and well-being, these amenities have played a key role in enhancing the project’s appeal. A Community Preferred by the City’s Achievers A residential address often derives its value not only from its physical infrastructure but also from the quality of the community it nurtures. Over the years, Saya Gold Avenue has attracted a diverse mix of accomplished residents, including entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, senior government officials, professionals, and successful business families. This vibrant community has contributed to creating a premium living environment that appeals to like-minded homebuyers seeking a sophisticated urban lifestyle. The Trust Factor Real estate is ultimately built on trust. Homebuyers invest their lifetime savings with the expectation that developers will deliver on their promises. Saya Group’s focus on quality construction, customer-centric development, and project delivery has helped establish confidence among buyers. Over the years, the Saya builder has delivered multiple residential and commercial projects across NCR, creating a strong reputation among homebuyers and investors alike. This trust has been a key driver behind the success of Saya Gold Avenue and has contributed significantly to its standing as one of the most preferred residential developments in Ghaziabad. Capital Appreciation Real estate has always been a strong asset class, helping families create and preserve generational wealth. Saya Gold Avenue has proven to many homebuyers and investors that a property located in the right location, offering world-class amenities, superior construction quality, and developed by a trusted developer, can generate significantly better returns than comparable properties in the vicinity. Over the past few years, property values at Saya Gold Avenue have appreciated three to four times, rewarding homeowners and investors with exceptional returns on their investment. The project has emerged as a landmark development, with the final few units being sold at prices exceeding Rs. 15,000 per square foot, reflecting strong buyer confidence and its premium positioning in the market. This trend further underscores a broader movement where affluent buyers are choosing established locations like Indirapuram over purely emerging corridors. Setting New Benchmarks for Urban Living As Ghaziabad continues to evolve into a mature residential market, projects that combine location, connectivity, architecture, lifestyle amenities, and community living will continue to command strong demand. Saya Gold Avenue embodies these attributes. With its iconic towers, prime location, extensive lifestyle offerings, and established resident community, the project has emerged as much more than a residential development—it has become a symbol of aspirational living in Ghaziabad. For many homebuyers, the choice is no longer just about buying a house. It is about choosing a lifestyle, a community, and a long-term address. In that regard, Saya Gold Avenue has successfully positioned itself among the most desirable residential destinations in NCR.

The 18th edition of the BML Munjal Awards was presented today at the Mindmine Summit 2026 in New Delhi, recognising organisations that have demonstrated excellence in learning and development while delivering measurable impact for business, customers and society.   Unveiling of Braille (English) Edition of The Making of Hero at the 18th BML Munjal Awards Ceremony The winners of the 18th BML Munjal Awards were: Sustained Excellence: Tata Power Public Sector Undertaking (PSU): Engineers India Limited Private Sector Manufacturing: Minda Corporation Emerging Stars: Sagar Defence Engineering The Jury’s Special Mention Awards were presented to Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO) and Aravind Eye Care System for their outstanding contributions and impact. Instituted in memory of Dr. Brijmohan Lall Munjal, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of the Hero Group, the Awards honour organisations that view learning as a strategic driver of performance, innovation and long-term growth. The Awards ceremony was presided over by Shri Mohan Bhagwat, Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), who presented the honours to the winners before delivering a keynote address on “Bharat ka Nirmaan: Roots, Values, Future.” In his address, Shri Mohan Bhagwat, Sarsanghchalak of RSS spoke about the importance of teaching future generations about taking pride in their work. He highlighted the importance of values-based leadership, social responsibility and institution-building in shaping India’s future. He underscored the need for collective efforts towards national development while remaining rooted in India’s cultural ethos. Speaking on the occasion, Sunil Kant Munjal, Chairman, Hero Enterprise said, “The BML Munjal Awards were established to recognise organisations that understand a simple but powerful truth: sustainable success is built on people. As businesses navigate rapid technological, economic and social change, the ability to continuously learn, adapt and develop talent has become a defining competitive advantage. The growing participation in these Awards reflects the increasing commitment of Indian organisations to building cultures of learning, excellence and purpose.” A special highlight of the evening was the unveiling of the Braille edition of ‘The Making of Hero‘ by Shri Mohan Bhagwat and Sunil Kant Munjal. Authored by Sunil Kant Munjal, the book chronicles the inception, growth and evolution of the Hero Group from a family-led enterprise into a globally recognised conglomerate. The Braille edition reflects a commitment to making inspiring stories of entrepreneurship and nation-building accessible to a wider audience. Over the years, the BML Munjal Awards have emerged as one of India’s most respected recognitions for organisational excellence in learning and development. Participation has grown from 35 companies in the inaugural edition to nearly 300 organisations in 2026, reflecting the increasing importance businesses place on talent development, capability building and continuous learning. The Awards follow a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process, with assessments conducted by Grant Thornton Bharat, the Awards’ knowledge partner, and final selections made by an eminent jury comprising some of India’s most distinguished business leaders. The BML Munjal Awards continue to champion learning and development as a cornerstone of organisational excellence, innovation and nation-building, while recognising institutions that are creating meaningful impact through investments in people and capability building.

Moving fast towards becoming a USD 40 billion market by 2030, Indian non-alcoholic beverage industry has taken up the responsibility of ensuring effective waste management as its core operational strategy and is championing the need and necessity of sustainable business by not only meeting the compliance requirements set by the government agencies but by going beyond and planning for the future.   C K Jaipuria, President, Indian Beverage Association (IBA)   Outlining the industry’s initiative and focus on sustainable development, President of the Indian Beverage Association (IBA), Mr. C K Jaipuria said, “Driven by the strict mandates under India’s amended Plastic Waste Management Rules and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) targets requiring 100% recovery and recycling – the industry is constantly working on driving unprecedented efficiency in the circular economy. The three core pillars to optimize waste management are — lightweight engineering, institutionalized digital collection networks, and the fast-tracked adoption of Food-Grade Recycled PET (r-PET).”   “The most efficient way to manage waste is to rationalize material entering the ecosystem in the first place. In this regard, Indian bottling giants have engineered aggressive material reduction programs at the production level,” added Mr. Jaipuria.   The stress on preforming optimization has led to refinement in injection-molding technology, which has allowed companies to reduce the weight of standard PET preforms by 10% to 20% across high-volume packs ranging from 600ml to 2.25L.   “Along with this, the closure downsizing is leading to the neck profiles and plastic cap closures for Carbonated Soft Drinks (CSD), juices, and packaged water witnessing weight reductions of 20% to 25%, which is significantly curbing upstream raw polymer consumption,” said Mr. Jaipuria.   The IBA President further outlined that, “The urgency of meeting the central government’s scaling EPR targets has been taken up by the beverage industry in the form of formalizing India’s historically fragmented, informal waste-picking ecosystem. This has been catalysed by the Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs) and the industry leaders are executing nationwide reclamation strategies via deep joint ventures with specialized PROs such as GEM Enviro and Saahas Zero Waste.”   This socio-economic formalization through these networks is systematically mapping and incentivizing thousands of local kabadiwalas and waste-pickers. By offering guaranteed buy-back pricing, digital weight verification, and direct-benefit payouts, the system is guaranteeing a high-velocity, clean inflow of post-consumer waste.   Adoption of technology through data intelligence platforms by utilizing specialized circular economy platforms like Race Eco Chain and Banyan Nation, beverage brands now track plastic waste digitally from the initial collection point to the processing mill, generating audit-ready, CPCB-compliant (Central Pollution Control Board) plastic credits with absolute traceability.   Mr. Jaipuria added that while the above measures are streamlining the waste management efforts, the goal of the industry and the committed efficiency drive is to transition from downcycling — turning bottles into low-value textile fibers — to a true bottle-to-bottle circular economy.   “In this backdrop, to enhance availability of food-grade r-PET access, major players have established large-scale joint ventures with global polymer processors like Indorama to set up advanced washing and resin-manufacturing units. This has unlocked the massive commercial rollout of 100% recycled PET bottles for select flagship product lines, with industry-wide targets aiming for 30% r-PET integration across core portfolios,” he said.   Another step is to bring in sustainable multi-layer cartons for non-carbonated segments and major packaging partners such as Tetra Pak have integrated certified recycled polymers into their multi-layer carton lines in India, which is successfully matching strict FSSAI food-safety standards while mitigating multi-layered plastic disposal challenges.   The efficiency metrics are no doubt climbing, but maintaining this momentum requires mitigation of two critical challenges, said Mr. Jaipuria.   “First is the Quality-Grade Deficit. It needs to be understood that producing food-grade r-PET requires highly efficient and pure post-consumer collection streams. The hard reality is if the plastic is contaminated at the municipal dumping stage, it loses its structural integrity for bottle-to-bottle recycling. The industry needs to invest deeper in source-segregation awareness and smart collection kiosks at the consumer touchpoint, and it requires local government and consumers’ support to achieve this objective,” he added.   According to the IBA President, above all, navigating state-level disparities adds to unnecessary hassle and compliance burden. “While the central CPCB portal provides a unified framework, actual municipal infrastructure and waste-handling fees vary drastically across states. Beverage manufacturers need standardized, single-window municipal access frameworks to optimize their reverse-logistics networks across differing geographies.”   “The Indian non-alcoholic beverage industry is marching ahead and taking the lead in the waste management march under the sustainable growth paradigm with full understanding that the effort will gain further momentum with the support of all the stakeholders – consumers, government and civil society,” said Mr. Jaipuria. 

International Schools Partnership (ISP) India signed a strategic MOU with the Office of Admissions and Outreach, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU), an Institution of Eminence, to further its purpose of growing the world’s most curious and confident minds and helping every learner reach their Destination of Choice. JGU is a non-profit, multidisciplinary, and research-oriented institution recognised as an Institution of Eminence by the Government of India. With over 600 international collaborations across 80+ countries, JGU offers a globally benchmarked education focused on academic excellence, innovation, and real-world impact.   Representatives from ISP India and the Office of Admissions and Outreach, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) at the MOU Signing in Hyderabad on 16th June 2026 The collaboration is a significant step towards strengthening ISP schools-university partnership and would strengthen Future Pathways — ISP’s bespoke programme, and one of its Five Learning Pillars, that helps students build life skills and guides them, alongside their families, to make well-informed decisions about life beyond school through meaningful connections with the world of higher education and work.   By bringing together ISP’s global expertise in school education with JGU’s strengths in higher education, research, and international engagement, the partnership creates a powerful bridge between school, university, and career — giving students a headstart on the journey from classroom to campus to career.   As one of the world’s leading groups of international schools, ISP operates 118 schools across 26 countries, educating over 118,000 students globally. At the heart of ISP’s approach is its Learning.First. ™ framework, delivered through its Five Learning Pillars — empowering students to explore, question, and discover their own pathways, while building the confidence, curiosity, global perspective, and real-world skills to thrive in higher education and the workplace. This translates into real outcomes: 93% of ISP graduates achieve one of their top three higher education or career choices* (2024 data).   Through this collaboration, students across ISP India’s network of schools will gain direct access to: Curated higher education and career guidance Research-led, interdisciplinary learning experiences Immersive campus engagements at JGU Early exposure to diverse academic disciplines and emerging careers  These experiences go beyond awareness — helping students connect aspiration with opportunity, and make informed, confident decisions about their future. Educators will also benefit from certified professional development programmes, gaining exposure to research-led practices and innovative approaches that further enrich teaching and learning across ISP India schools. Speaking about the collaboration, Ms. Rakhi Karnik, Head of Student Futures, ISP India, said, “At ISP, our purpose is to grow the world’s most curious and confident minds. Through our Learning. First. ™ approach and our Five Learning Pillars, this means going beyond strong academics to intentionally build pathways that connect learning with real-world opportunity. Our collaboration with O.P. Jindal Global University is a powerful step forward for our Future Pathways programme — giving students early exposure to university environments, research-led thinking, and future career possibilities. By enabling our learners to explore deeply, think independently, and make informed choices, we are equipping them to confidently pursue their Destination of Choice in a rapidly evolving global landscape.” *ISP graduates achieving one of their top three further/higher education or career pathway choices, 2024 data. About International Schools Partnership (ISP) International Schools Partnership is a global group of 118 private international schools across 26 countries, educating over 118,000 students worldwide. Guided by its Learning.First.™ framework and Five Learning Pillars, ISP is committed to growing the world’s most curious and confident minds, ensuring every learner has the skills, mindset, and opportunities to reach their Destination of Choice. About O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) is a non-profit, multi-disciplinary and research oriented university founded in 2009.  JGU’s twelve schools focus on Law, Business & Management, International Affairs, Public Policy, Liberal Arts & Humanities, Journalism, Art & Architecture, Banking & Finance, Environment & Sustainability, Psychology & Counselling, Languages & Literature and Public Health & Human Development. Over the last decade, JGU has grown into an institution that brings full-time faculty from 50+ countries in the world, students from 100+ countries and has collaborated with 600+ leading institutions in 80+ countries which makes the learning experience truly international.

Pramerica Life Insurance today announced the launch of Pramerica Life Invest Shield, a hybrid life insurance plan that combines term-level life protection with a unit-linked investment component in a single policy. The plan is structured so that the life cover operates as a separate term insurance layer, while the investment component functions as a ULIP with nine fund options across equity, debt, and balanced allocations.   Pramerica Life Insurance Launches ‘Invest Shield’   Invest Shield is designed for individuals aged in their early 30s to mid 40s who want both life protection and long-term wealth creation within a single policy, rather than managing a standalone term plan and a separate investment product. The plan offers a life cover of up to 100 times the annualised premium, though the actual multiple depends on the policyholder’s age at entry, chosen premium level, and policy term. Premium payment terms and policy duration are customisable.   Key Features Upto 100x Life Cover: Financial protection through a life cover of up to 100 times the annualised premium, ensuring substantial coverage for the family throughout the policy tenure.  Return of Charges: Return of mortality charges and premium allocation charges to the policyholder, helping enhance the overall fund value.  Loyalty Boosters: Persistency boosters and maturity benefits that reward customers for remaining invested over the long term.  Flexible Investment Options: Flexibility to choose between two investment strategies and nine fund options across equity, debt, and balanced allocations, catering to diverse risk profiles and investment preferences.  Customisable Premium Payment Terms and Policy Duration: Flexibility to align the plan with individual life stages, financial priorities, and long-term financial goals.    Pankaj Gupta, MD & CEO, Pramerica Life Insurance, said, “Pramerica Life Insurance Invest Shield reflects where we believe the life insurance conversation in India needs to go. For too long, customers have been asked to make a choice that should not exist – between protecting their family and building their wealth. Customers today think about their financial future as a whole. Pramerica Life Invest Shield is built for that mindset. This launch also reflects our commitment to listening closely to evolving customer needs and responding with solutions that are genuinely differentiated. We are at an exciting point in Pramerica Life’s journey – three consecutive years of strong, quality growth across every pillar of our business. That foundation gives us both the confidence and the responsibility to bring genuinely differentiated products to market.”   Karthik Chakrapani, Chief Business Officer, Pramerica Life Insurance, said, “Pramerica Life Invest Shield has been designed for customers who are looking for a more integrated approach to financial planning — one that combines meaningful life protection with long-term wealth creation at a stage in life where both priorities become increasingly important. At Pramerica Life, we remain committed to expanding insurance access across India through solutions that are relevant to evolving customer needs and supported by a diversified distribution ecosystem. Through our channels Prahri and Param, catering to the armed forces and paramilitary services respectively, our agency network across Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, broker and corporate agent relationships, and our direct-to-consumer channel, we are making Pramerica Life Invest Shield accessible to customers across markets and geographies through the mode of engagement that best aligns with their preferences and financial needs.“   The launch arrives at a moment of sustained momentum for Pramerica Life – three consecutive years of double-digit growth, built on the quality and sustainability of the business being written. New Business Premium grew 19% year-on-year to Rs. 1,471 crore, while Annualised Premium Equivalent rose 29%. Assets under Management expanded 12% YoY and individual New Business Premium grew 30%. Through this period of growth, the company has maintained a Claims Paid Ratio of 99.29% – rising year-on-year for three consecutive years – a measure of the discipline and customer commitment that has accompanied the scale.    Alongside this growth, the company has remained focused on societal inclusion and extending financial protection to traditionally underserved customer groups and regions. With an average ticket size approximately 42% lower than the industry median, Pramerica Life has consciously built offerings aimed at broadening accessibility across customer segments. The company’s long-standing association with the armed forces and paramilitary community is reflected through specialised protection solutions and second-career opportunities, with more than 60% of individual lives covered belonging to the defence forces community and over 8,500 veterans employed since inception. Nearly 90% of lives covered by Pramerica Life are from rural India, reflecting its continued focus on deepening penetration across underpenetrated and hard-to-reach regions. Pramerica Life Invest Shield is a direct extension of this philosophy — a product built around genuine customer relevance and long-term value creation.   About Pramerica Life Insurance Limited Pramerica Life Insurance Limited is a joint venture between DIL, a wholly owned subsidiary of Piramal Finance Limited (erstwhile Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited) and Prudential International Insurance Holdings, Ltd. (PIIH), a fully owned subsidiary of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI). It represents the coming together of two renowned financial services organizations with a legacy of business excellence spread over decades. Pramerica Life Insurance Limited, started operations in India on September 1, 2008 and has a pan India presence through multiple distribution channels which have been customized to address the specific insurance needs of diverse customer segments. The Company is committed to providing protection and quality financial advice to its customers. Pramerica is the brand name used in India and select countries by PFI.   For more details, please visit www.pramericalife.in   About Piramal Finance Limited Piramal Finance Limited is a retail-led upper-layer NBFC with a pan-India presence, having served over 5 million customers across 26 states. The company manages Assets under Management (AUM) of over Rs. 1,00,000 Cr and operates a distinctive phygital model – combining high-touch engagement across 13,000+ pin codes with high-tech capabilities including machine learning models, agentic AI tools and real-time dashboards. In retail lending, Piramal Finance offers home loans, loans against property, used car loans, personal loans, digital loans and small business loans, with

As Indian families diligently monitor their parents’ blood pressure, administer medications, and schedule cardiology appointments, one question consistently goes unasked: What are we doing for their brain?   A team of physicians led by Dr. Sweta Sahu is determined to change that — one daily activity at a time.   A doctor-led brain wellness initiative designed to support healthy ageing   Their initiative, ActiveMind Daily — part of the healthcare venture BlueprintRx — is now inviting 50 founding families to join a 10-day pilot of a doctor-designed brain wellness programme built specifically for older adults in Indian homes. Simple, screen-free, and grounded in science, the programme delivers one short daily activity targeting memory, language, attention, reflection, and family connection.   Filling a Need Families Don’t Know they have India’s elderly population is expanding at an unprecedented rate — yet conversations around brain health prevention remain largely absent from everyday elder care. Clinically, conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease are routinely managed. Cognitive engagement, combating loneliness, and meaningful mental stimulation rarely receive the same attention — until decline becomes impossible to ignore.   Built for Real Indian Families Unlike conventional wellness applications, ActiveMind Daily requires no login and no screen time from seniors. The programme is designed around the rhythms of Indian family life. Activities can be completed independently, with light family support, or through a brief phone call between a parent and an adult child living away from home.   Daily prompts draw on culturally familiar themes — childhood festival memories, beloved songs, regional proverbs, and food traditions — crafted to feel like conversation, not clinical exercises.   Reminders are delivered via WhatsApp or phone call, and progress is easy to track. Families who remain consistent through the first seven days receive a surprise gift. And if a day is missed, the programme accommodates catch-up sessions — because the goal, as the team emphasises, is rhythm, not perfection.   A Doctor-led Team with a Long-term Commitment ActiveMind Daily is built by physicians who share a common belief: that brain health deserves the same everyday attention we give to the heart.   Dr. Sweta Sahu, Founder, is a physician and researcher with research and clinical experience at Johns Hopkins, the Cleveland Clinic, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She is a recipient of the American Heart Association’s 2025 Paul Dudley White International Scholar Award and has contributed to over 100 publications spanning cardiovascular medicine, gastroenterology, and population health.   “Brain wellness cannot wait for symptoms. Our goal is to make daily cognitive engagement as natural as a morning cup of chai — familiar, effortless, and something the whole family looks forward to.’”   Dr. Sri Sravya Thungathurthi, Physician and Co-founder of ActiveMind Daily, combines clinical training with a strong interest in healthy aging and preventive medicine. Through her exposure to healthcare systems in both India and the United States, she became increasingly interested in how early, proactive approaches to health can improve quality of life long before disease develops. Through ActiveMind Daily, she is helping raise awareness and build practical tools that promote cognitive wellness and meaningful family engagement for older adults in India.   “We designed these activities to meet families where they are—not in a clinic, but in their living rooms, around their dining tables, and in their everyday moments. Brain health is one of the most overlooked aspects of healthy ageing in India. In a world increasingly driven by short-form content, constant distractions, and passive consumption, we risk losing curiosity, creativity, and meaningful mental engagement. To me, ActiveMind Daily is a way to encourage a culture where keeping the mind active becomes a daily habit—not out of fear of decline, but as a celebration of lifelong learning, curiosity, and connection.”   ActiveMind Daily is supported by an expanding network of doctors, young medical interns, and students of Indian origin studying in U.S. high schools who work alongside its physician leadership team to contribute to research, programme development, participant feedback, and ongoing improvements. Together, they help ensure the initiative continues to evolve, adapt, and remain deeply relevant to the real-world needs of Indian seniors and their families.   The programme’s activity framework is guided by evidence-based public health guidance on cognitive health and healthy ageing from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Institute on Ageing (NIA).   Join the founding pilot The 10-day founding families pilot is now open and strictly limited to 50 families in the first batch. Families may begin with a free 30-second brain wellness check and sample three activities at no cost, or register directly through the ActiveMind Daily website. Website: activeminddaily.in/check