Air India Express Announces ‘Payday Sale’; Domestic Fares From ₹1,550 And International Fares From ₹5,420

Bookings for Air India Express ‘PayDay Sale’ are open until 1st March 2026.

Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, has rolled out its monthly ‘PayDay Sale’, offering special fares across its domestic and international network. Travellers can book Lite fares (zero check-in baggage fare) starting from ₹1,550 for domestic routes and from ₹5,420 on international routes. Additionally, travellers can book Value fares starting from ₹1,500 on domestic routes and ₹5,520 on international routes. Flight bookings at these special fares can be made on the airline’s award-winning website, www.airindiaexpress.com, mobile app and on all major booking channels till 1st March 2026. The special fares are valid for domestic and international travel from 3rd March to 8th October 2026.

The airline offers Zero Convenience Fees on all bookings made using net banking on both its website and mobile app. Additionally, guests booking Flex fares on the website or mobile app can also avail Zero Convenience Fees. Flex Fare offers free date changes up to three days prior to departure, a 20 kg baggage allowance on domestic flights and 35 kg on international flights, as well as a prime seat and lite bite.

The airline's website offers fab deals for loyalty members, including 25% off Business Class fares with best-in-class legroom, complimentary ‘Gourmair’ hot Meals, extra check-in baggage allowance and ‘Xpress Ahead’ priority services. Members of the Tata NeuPass rewards programme can also enjoy an additional discount of upto ₹300 on flight bookings made on the airline’s own website and mobile app. Business Class seats are available on over 40 brand new Boeing 737-8 aircraft that Air India Express inducted as part of its rapid expansion. Logged-in members also enjoy upto 30% off ‘Gourmair’ hot meals, standard and prime seat selection, Xpress Ahead priority services, 10 kg Xcess Check-In Baggage, 3 kg Xtra Carry-On Baggage, and earn upto 8% NeuCoins on every purchase.

Air India Express has recently received the prestigious Domestic Connectivity Award constituted by the Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, in collaboration with FICCI and the Airports Authority of India at Wings India, India’s premier Civil Aviation event. The airline has been selected by the distinguished jury for enhancing guest experience, growing connectivity, delivering superior services, leveraging digital and technology, driving sustainability, and innovation.

The airline also extends special offers including discounted fares and benefits on its website and mobile app for students, senior citizens, members of the armed forces and their dependents, ensuring a wide range of benefits for flyers. For added convenience, the website also offers flexible payment options, including EMI and Buy Now, Pay Later plans.

About Air India Express

Air India Express is A Tata Enterprise, operating over 500 daily flights that connect 45 domestic and 17 international destinations across South Asia, Southeast Asia and the Gulf region. The airline has a fleet of over 100 Boeing 737s and Airbus A320 aeroplanes. As India’s most vibrant and inclusive airline, Air India Express embodies the spirit and confidence of India - warm, expressive, and proudly authentic. Encouraging travellers to ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, the airline transforms flying into an experience that is personal and memorable.   

With thoughtfully curated touches - from ‘Gourmair’ hot meals, comfortable seats, and refreshed interiors to exclusive loyalty benefits and seamless digital journeys - Air India Express blends smart technology with heartfelt Indian hospitality, helping guests travel their way and feel at home wherever they go.   

Tata Power And University Of Warwick Forge Strategic Alliance In New Energy Systems Innovation

Memorandum of Understanding highlights the strategic importance of research expertise to industry partners

The University of Warwick has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Tata Power, India’s leading integrated power companies, to deliver research and innovation in grid modernization, fast charging, power storage, industrial decarbonisation, digital energy systems, optimisation and advanced manufacturing approaches.

The collaboration will also explore industry-aligned executive education programmes, capability development initiatives, exchange opportunities, technical workshops, and joint case study development. Together, these efforts mark an important step toward strengthening long-term research capability, talent development, and global academic engagement aligned with Tata Power’s strategic priorities.

The agreement builds upon decades of expertise established at Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) - one of the University’s largest academic departments - and the School of Engineering. The University also announced a renewed focus on energy systems, which will support the partnership.

Professor Stuart Croft, Vice-Chancellor and President of the University of Warwick, said: “We strive to make a better world through our world-leading research and education. Our partnership with Tata Power marries our academic excellence with leading industry expertise to help advance a more sustainable future for people, places, and our planet.”

The University has long-established research groups focused across the energy spectrum, from semiconductors, to components, power electronics, machines and drives (PEMD) to full energy systems. By increasing collaboration across these areas, and focusing on power supply, the University will be able to support partners, such as Tata Power, in decarbonisation. This will include the shift from fossil fuels to electrification, grid innovation, advanced power storage and a system-level focus.

“Tata Power is committed to transforming India’s energy landscape,” said Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO and MD of Tata Power and Honorary Professor at WMG. “Our vision is to empower a billion lives through sustainable, affordable, and innovative energy solutions, and we are making strong progress toward that goal. We are building a consumer-centric green energy future anchored in decarbonization, reliable and affordable power, and long-term sustainability. Our agreement with the University of Warwick -an institution with a distinguished track record in electrification and sustainability will further accelerate our ambitions and strengthen the pathway to achieving them.”

Established research programmes within WMG and the School of Engineering already support advances in sustainable energy, including circular materials, battery innovation, wind energy, artificial intelligence, and industrial decarbonisation, contributing to national and international targets to reduce carbon emissions and costs.

“Applying excellent research to deliver industrial and societal impact has been part of WMG’s mission for the past 45 years,” said Professor Kerry Kirwan, Dean of WMG. “And our celebrated partnership with the Tata Group stretches back decades. It is a partnership built on extensive collaboration across research, education and innovation, and it’s exciting to see how that legacy continues to deliver positive global impact.”

“Research relationships with India, including Tata, have always been incredibly valuable to us,” added Professor David Greenwood, Director for Industrial Engagement and CEO of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult at WMG. “With a free trade agreement now in place between the UK and India, now is the ideal time to work together on critical challenges of energy, industry and the environment, while exploring new research, education and engagement opportunities.”

Systems-level thinking is crucial to achieving industrial decarbonisation in an efficient and economically viable way. WMG already has proven capability here, working with large-scale energy users, such as ports and airports, to provide a detailed route-map to investment and return. Meanwhile, the School of Engineering is committed to supporting the energy transition challenge, bringing a systems-level perspective and particular focus on advanced control and artificial intelligence (AI) for future power and energy systems.

“By applying artificial intelligence–enabled modelling and control techniques, we are developing solutions that enhance system stability, resilience, and efficiency,” said Professor David Towers, Head of the School of Engineering at the University of Warwick. “Our research spans national, regional, and microgrid-scale infrastructures, integrating renewables — particularly wind — alongside energy storage and hydrogen technologies. We look forward to working with Tata Power to translate these capabilities into scalable, industrially relevant decarbonisation pathways.”

Notes to the editors:

In 2025, Tata Group and the University of Warwick were awarded the Royal Academy of Engineering’s highly esteemed Lord Bhattacharyya Award for their pioneering partnership. An example of a systems-level approach to large-scale decarbonisation can be seen in WMG’s work with the Port of Dove.

Hillhouse To Invest In Quest Global, A Leading Pure-Play Engineering Services Company

Hillhouse Investment has acquired a minority stake in Quest Global, reinforcing confidence in the company’s differentiated engineering model, global scale, and long-term growth strategy

Quest Global, the largest private independent pure-play engineering services company, and Hillhouse Investment ("Hillhouse"), one of the world’s leading global investment firms, today announced that they have entered into definitive agreements for Hillhouse to make a minority investment in Quest Global.

The transactions will include a primary capital infusion into Quest Global, along with the purchase of shares from select existing shareholders. Quest Global will use the additional capital to achieve its strategic priorities. The investment will be made through funds managed and advised by Hillhouse Investment Management.

Speaking on the development, Ajit Prabhu, Co-Founder & CEO, Quest Global, said, “This investment by global brand name investment manager Hillhouse is a significant step in our journey to be the most trusted partner for the world’s hardest engineering problems. Their investment reinforces the strength of our differentiated value proposition, financial and operating discipline, and long-term growth strategy. We look forward to partnering with Hillhouse as we further invest in advanced engineering capabilities that will help our clients solve the problems of today that stand in the way of tomorrow.”

Backed by global investment firm The Carlyle Group, Quest Global has strengthened its governance framework, capital base, and global expansion strategy over the years, reinforcing its position as a trusted long-term engineering partner to leading global OEMs.

Sean Carney, Partner, Co-Head of Global Buyout at Hillhouse Investment said, “Quest Global has established itself as a trusted engineering partner to some of the world’s most respected OEMs, supported by deep domain expertise and a highly skilled global workforce. The company’s focus on mission-critical programs, long-term customer relationships, and disciplined execution has enabled it to scale sustainably across high-growth sectors such as aerospace, automotive, energy and semiconductors. We believe Quest Global is well positioned to benefit from increasing global demand for advanced engineering and technology-led transformation. We look forward to partnering with the company to support its next phase of growth and long-term value creation.”

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions. Jefferies served as the exclusive financial adviser to Quest Global on the transaction.

About Quest Global

At Quest Global, it's not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. We're in the business of engineering, but what we're really creating is a brighter future. For over 25 years, we've been solving the world's most complex engineering problems. Operating in over 18 countries, with over 93 global delivery centers, our 21,500+ curious minds embrace the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Using a multi-dimensional approach, combining technology, industry expertise, and diverse talents, we tackle critical challenges faster and more effectively. And we do it across the Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Energy, Hi-Tech, MedTech & Healthcare, Rail and Semiconductor industries. For world-class end-to-end engineering solutions, we are your trusted partner.

About Hillhouse

Founded in 2005 with seed capital from Yale University Endowment, Hillhouse is a leading global alternative investment manager headquartered in Singapore. With two decades of experience, Hillhouse has grown to be a large alternative asset manager with a range of investment strategies that span public equities, private equity, private credit and real assets. The firm has a global investment committee and an international team of over 100 investment and operational professionals from over 18 countries, including Japan, United Kingdom, India, Singapore, and the United States.

Hillhouse’s private equity portfolio is geographically diverse, with investments in more than 30 countries worldwide. Hillhouse manages assets on behalf of primarily U.S., Southeast Asia and Middle East based institutional clients such as university endowments, foundations, family offices and other long term institutional investors.

Radisson Hotel Group And MBD Group Announce Strategic Partnership Under Master Franchise Agreement

This is to Aid growth of Radisson Collection and Radisson RED in India

Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) and MBD Group today announced a long-term strategic partnership under Master Franchise Agreement to support the growth of RHG’s luxury and lifestyle brands, Radisson Collection and Radisson RED, at agreed locations across India. Anchored in RHG’s global brand standards and governance framework, the partnership represents a significant step in expanding the luxury hospitality and lifestyle segment in the country, combining RHG’s global brand platforms with MBD Group’s development and operational expertise. RHG will continue to pursue growth of these brands in India through multiple channels and strategic relationships.

Strategic Partnership Framework

Under this strategic partnership, MBD Group will support the development of Radisson Collection and Radisson RED hotels across India. Alongside RHG’s independent development initiatives and broader partner network, MBD Group will also undertake business development, management and franchising functions, for both brands at identified and mutually agreed locations, thereby further contributing to RHG’s growth strategy in one of its key markets.

Radisson Blu MBD Noida to Transition to Radisson Collection MBD

As part of this strategic partnership, the iconic Radisson Blu MBD Hotel Noida, the first five-star hotel will transition to Radisson Collection MBD after undergoing a comprehensive upgrade aligned with the brand’s global standards. The hotel is among the highest-performing properties in RHG’s portfolio in India. This repositioning reflects RHG’s strategy to strengthen its luxury portfolio in India by elevating established landmark hotels within its premium brand tier, alongside continued development of Radisson Collection and Radisson RED through its broader partner network.

Driving Next Phase Growth in India’s Luxury & Lifestyle Hospitality Segment

“India’s premium hospitality market continues to see strong growth, alongside rising demand for contemporary, design-led lifestyle experiences. This strategic partnership further strengthens our ability to expand Radisson Collection and Radisson RED across key Indian markets, alongside our broader development initiatives. MBD Group has been a trusted partner to Radisson Hotel Group for over two decades, and together we are well positioned to scale these brands while creating distinctive hotels that respond to evolving traveler expectations and reinforce our long-term commitment to India,” said Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.

"The collaboration supports our development momentum in India’s premium hospitality segment. Our development efforts with MBD team’s aid shall help us finding a higher quantum of opportunities in addition to our robust growth capabilities. With a clear asset-light focus, we are well positioned to scale strategically while sustaining long-term brand value,” said Davashish Srivastava, Senior Director, Development, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group.

Strategic Vision and Growth Roadmap
Commenting on the alliance, Sonica Malhotra Kandhari, Joint Managing Director, MBD Group, said, “This partnership marks a decisive strategic milestone in MBD’s hospitality evolution. The first decade of partnership is targeted to deliver 50 co-branded hotels across Radisson collection MBD and Radisson RED MBD hotels predominantly through an asset light model. MBD’s prop book exposure will be around 25%. Radisson Collection MBD targeting luxury will have an extremely thought-through placement whereas Radisson RED MBD targeting lifestyle segment will be a far aggressive expansion. MBD will leverage on its pan Indian brand presence, operational excellence and no 1 leadership performance position amongst all Radisson Hotels in the country.”

Sonica further added, the planned portfolio is expected to follow an approximate mix of 80% managed and franchised hotels and 20% owned properties, reflecting a shared focus on scalable, asset-light expansion. The collaboration brings together Radisson Hotel Group’s global brand strength and MBD Group’s deep understanding of the local markets and operational expertise aimed at addressing the growing demand for high-end luxury and design-led lifestyle hospitality”

Design Philosophy and Brand Positioning

Monica Malhotra Kandhari, Managing Director, MBD Group, added, “Luxury today is defined by aesthetic refinement and immersive experiences. With our project design and management expertise at MBD, we aim to deliver design excellence that elevates guest experiences. Radisson Collection MBD will reflect timeless, rooted and curated luxury, while Radisson RED MBD bringing bold, playful and socially driven design and MBD superimposing its beautiful cultural narratives will redefine luxury and lifestyle hospitality in India. MBD has exhibited pinnacle performance be it education or hospitality and with this partnership we aim to become number no1 luxury and lifestyle brand, Indian origin with Global confluence in the most elegant way.”

Legacy and Value-driven Partnership

“Our association with RHG has always been built on trust and a shared commitment to quality. This expanded alliance is a reflection of the enduring legacy envisioned by our founder, Shri Ashok Kumar Malhotra, building institutions anchored on integrity and a steadfast pursuit of excellence and creating a leadership position without compromising on culture and ethics. We are truly delighted to do extremely meaningful work on Indian hospitality landscape and make India most preferred destination,” said Satish Bala Malhotra, Chairperson, MBD Group.

Together, Radisson Hotel Group and MBD Group are committed to shaping a new generation of luxury and lifestyle destinations across India, delivering sustainable long-term value for owners and partners while contributing to the continued evolution and strengthening of the country’s hospitality ecosystem. complementing RHG’s ongoing independent growth initiatives in the market.

About MBD Group

Founded in 1956 by Shri. Ashok Kumar Malhotra, the MBD Group is one of India’s leading diversified conglomerates, with a legacy of 69 years defined by trust, resilience, innovation, and sustained growth. Built on strong values of integrity, ethical leadership, and long-term value creation, the Group has established leadership across education, Ed tech, hospitality, real estate both in India and internationally. MBD Group remains committed to its vision of “creating an MBD product for every literate person “ensuring that quality education and learning resources are accessible to all at reasonable prices. Today MBD group boasts of a robust network of over 40,000 schools across India, with over 4000 team members and capacity to print more than 500,000 books per day with over 3000 titles.

About MBD Hospitality

The hospitality arm of the Group has emerged as a benchmark of luxury and operational excellence in India. Its flagship property, Radisson Blu MBD Hotel, Noida’s first five-star landmark, has completed 22 years of distinguished excellence and remains among the highest revenue generating Radisson Blu hotels in the country. The hotel has also been recognized as Asia Pacific’s Best Performing Franchised Hotel, reflecting industry-leading guest satisfaction and operational performance. Our hospitality reflects timeless, rooted and curated luxury, bringing bold, playful and socially driven experience. Over the years, MBD Hospitality has received multiple World Luxury Awards, along with recognitions from Travel + Leisure, NDTV Food Awards, Times Food & Nightlife Awards, and other prestigious platforms.

Further strengthening its portfolio, the Group has acquired assets in Bengaluru & Udaipur to offer thoughtfully designed, locally inspired cuisines and personalised service, making every visit a story worth telling. Its newly launched Saffron & Gold offers curated premium outdoor catering for the aficionado’s. With a steadfast commitment to sustainability, quality standards, and exceptional guest experiences, MBD Hospitality continues to set new benchmarks in responsible and world-class hospitality.

Photo Caption: (L to R) Ms. Sonica Malhotra Kandhari, Joint Managing Director, MBD Group; Mr. KB Kachru, Chairman Emeritus & Principal Advisor, Radisson Hotels Group - South Asia; Mrs. Satish Bala Malhotra, Chairperson, MBD Group; Mr. Nikhil Sharma, Managing Director & Chief Operating Officer, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group; Mr. Davashish Srivastava, Senior Director, Development, South Asia, Radisson Hotel Group; Ms. Monica Malhotra Kandhari, Managing Director, MBD Group.

Axis Bank Collaborates With Adda Education To Launch Hire-Train-Deploy Programme For Commercial Banking Relationship Managers

Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, in collaboration with Adda Education, has launched a structured Hire‑Train‑Deploy (HTD) programme to build a distinctive cadre of Relationship Managers (RMs) for its Commercial Banking Group (CBG). The initiative is sharply focused on strengthening the Bank’s rapidly growing Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) franchise, one of its key strategic priority areas.

The programme is designed to build skills differently from conventional industry models, equipping RMs with role-ready capabilities tailored to the nuanced needs of SME clients. Launched at a time when the Union Budget 2026 places strong emphasis on skilling and service‑sector employment, the HTD model ensures that new RMs are deployment‑ready and effective from day one, bridging the gap between hiring and real‑world readiness through structured, application‑led training.

Key features of the HTD programme include:

· Co‑curated, role‑specific curriculum aligned to Commercial Banking RM requirements

· Practice-led learning through real-life simulations and customer engagement scenarios

· Structured exposure to products, processes and regulatory context

· Deployment-ready training with clear alignment to Axis Bank’s CBG roles

Commenting on the initiative, Rajkamal Vempati, Group Executive & Head of Human Resources, Axis Bank, said, “As the services sector plays an increasingly pivotal role in India’s growth, the need for job‑ready, future‑facing talent has never been greater, especially in a high‑priority segment like SMEs. The Hire‑Train‑Deploy programme helps us scale a high‑quality, deployment‑ready talent pipeline aligned to the evolving needs of our Commercial Banking business, while enabling meaningful career growth for our people.”

Mr. Bimaljeet Bhasin, CEO, Skilling & Higher Education, Adda Education, added, “The launch of the CBG Relationship Manager Program reflects Axis Bank’s continued trust in Career247 to build a high-quality talent pipeline for complex, customer-facing roles. This collaboration marks a natural expansion of our partnership into Commercial Banking, focused on developing Relationship Managers who are prepared for real‑world business challenges and aligned with the Bank’s customer‑centric growth strategy.”

With this initiative, Axis Bank continues to strengthen its talent advantage by building differentiated RM capability in SME banking and scaling a future‑ready skill ecosystem that supports both business growth and the national skilling agenda.

About Axis Bank:

Axis Bank is one of the largest private sector banks in India. Axis Bank offers the entire spectrum of services to customer segments covering Large and Mid-Corporates, SME, Agriculture, and Retail Businesses. It has 6,110 domestic branches (including extension counters) and 12,838 ATMs and cash recyclers spread across the country as on 31st December 2025. The Bank’s Axis Virtual Centre is present across eight centres with 1,582 Virtual Relationship Managers as on 31st December 2025. The Axis Group includes Axis Mutual Fund, Axis Securities Ltd., Axis Finance, Axis Trustee, Axis Capital, A.TReDS Ltd., Freecharge, Axis Pension Fund and Axis Bank Foundation.

For more information, visit the website: https://www.axisbank.com

Airtel Payments Bank Launches Instant NFC-Based Balance Update For Its RuPay On-The-Go Cards

The industry first feature allows users to check or update balance of their RuPay On-The-Go Cards, enabled with NCMC with a simple tap on their linked NFC powered android smartphone, anytime and anywhere

Airtel Payments Bank today announced the launch of its Instant NFC-Based Balance Update feature for its RuPay On-The-Go Cards, enabled with NCMC. Customers can now instantly check or update their card balance by simply tapping the card on their NFC-powered Android smartphones, thus eliminating the need to visit metro station kiosks and enabling a seamless, fully digital and contactless transit experience.

Airtel Payments Bank introduced this feature few months ago to gather real-world usage insights and customer feedback. The pilot saw exceptionally strong adoption and highly positive customer response, confirming the feature’s utility for daily commuters. With this positive feedback, the Bank is now launching it for all users of its RuPay On-The-Go Cards.

With this enhancement, commuters can update or check their card balance in real time by tapping the card on their linked NFC-enabled Android smartphone after logging into their bank account or wallet on the Airtel Thanks app. From ordering and recharging the card to instantly updating or checking the balance, the entire experience is now fully digital, queue-free, and effortless.

Mr. Ganesh Ananthanarayanan, Executive Director – Business Operations, Airtel Payments Bank said, “At Airtel Payments Bank, our constant focus is to innovate in ways that make everyday transactions simpler and more intuitive for our customers. The overwhelming response during the pilot validated the need for instant balance updates on the go. With this launch, we are proud to bring another industry-first solution that enhances commuter convenience and strengthens India’s digital payments and mobility ecosystem.”

Airtel Payments Bank is one of the leading issuers of RuPay On-The-Go Cards, with over 5 million cards issued to date. This launch marks a significant milestone in India’s transit landscape and reinforces the Bank’s commitment to building cutting-edge financial and mobility solutions that improve customer experiences.

About Airtel Payments Bank:

Airtel Payments Bank offers a diverse range of safe, simple, and rewarding digital banking solutions through its robust digital platforms and extensive network of over 5 lakh active banking points spread across the country. As one of the fastest growing digital banks in the country, it has built a strong and inclusive digital payments system that empowers millions of customers. Airtel Payments Bank is focused on contributing to the Government’s vision of Digital India and Financial Inclusion by taking digital banking services to the doorstep of every Indian.

For more details visit - https://www.airtelpayments.bank.in/

HDFC Bank Inaugurates A New Tech & Digital Factory In Guwahati

HDFC Bank, India’s leading private sector bank today inaugurated its new Tech & Digital Factory in Guwahati. This facility will serve as a centre for advanced technology development, innovation, and talent incubation in Assam, helping strengthen AI, Digital and Cybersecurity talent pools. This facility is HDFC Bank’s first in Assam and fourth nationally. The Bank currently has Tech & Digital Factories in Mumbai, Bengaluru and Gurugram.

The facility was inaugurated by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Assam, Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma in the presence of Mr. Kaizad Bharucha, Deputy Managing Director – HDFC Bank, Mr. Ramesh Lakshminarayan, Chief Information Officer, HDFC Bank, dignitaries from the Government of Assam, members from participating educational institutions, and officers of HDFC Bank.

This facility will also provide career opportunities for skilled professionals in the state, enabling them to contribute directly to next-generation technology development. The Bank will be strengthening capabilities for the Tech & Digital Factory by leveraging on local tech talent. The objective is to enable core technology advancement across AI, Cloud, Data and core engineering tracks with the aim of opening up digital product creation capabilities in the state.

The Bank has partnered with the Government of Assam as a part of Advantage Assam 2.0 under the leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Assam. Under this joint initiative, HDFC Bank and the Government of Assam intend to enhance academic knowledge with industry expertise through a structured skill-building curriculum pertaining to the BFSI and fintech sectors.

Centred on campus-to-corporate competency, the programme aligns with job requirements in the banking and fintech industry. The curriculum covers essential banking knowledge and new-age IT domains.

The programme commenced in September 2025 and over 150 students are currently being trained as a part of the programme cohort. The students will gain industry relevant knowledge, hands-on experience from HDFC Bank senior executives.

Students who are a part of this programme will undergo an internship with HDFC Bank for a duration of 2 - 4 months, enabling them with the experience of applying academic and technology concepts to real-world scenarios in the corporate environment. The course does not come at any additional cost to the students.

Commenting on this Mr. Kaizad Bharucha, Deputy Managing Director, HDFC Bank said, “We are pleased to inaugurate our new Tech & Digital factory in Guwahati. HDFC Bank and Assam Government signed an MoU at Advantage Assam 2.0 in February 2025 and we are happy to have set up this facility within one year. This was possible with strong support from the Government of Assam. This facility will allow us to roll out new digital products and services, augmenting our IT prowess. The facility will enable us to attract engineering talent from Assam, allowing them to contribute to next-generation technology evolution in the banking sector while staying closer to their home.”

HDFC Bank’s Tech & Digital Factory model continues to be the nucleus of digital execution with dedicated units focused on experience design, mobile and cloud engineering, APIs and orchestration, data and GenAI and secure-by-design architecture.

Assam has been an important enabling state for the Bank since it began its journey in the state with the launch of its very first branch in Guwahati in 2004. Since then, the Bank has expanded to 138 branches and 248 ATMs (as on December 31, 2025). According to the State Level Banker’s Committee (SLBC) report, as of December 31, 2025, the Bank’s CD ratio in Assam stood at 85.78%.

About HDFC Bank

Click here: www.hdfc.bank.in