Monday, April 27, 2026

AMARON Powers TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2026, Celebrating The Spirit Of “Endendigu Bengaluru”

AMARON, the flagship brand of Amara Raja Energy & Mobility, powered the TCS World 10K Bengaluru as the official partner, reinforcing its commitment to endurance, consistency, and performance values that mirror the spirit of long-distance running. As part of its ongoing association with Procam International through 2026, AMARON was present across key touchpoints of the event, which saw participation from over 365,000 runners across on-ground and virtual formats.

At the event AMARON brought its promise of reliability to life through a series of service-led and experiential engagements at various touchpoints. AMARON-powered ambulances and support vehicles were deployed across the route, quietly supporting runners at critical moments, enabling journeys that demand consistency, reliability, and endurance. Participants had access to two-wheeler and four-wheeler battery check-up camps, along with lubricant oil change services ensuring their journeys beyond race day remained uninterrupted. Along with this, a larger-than-life AMARON battery installation served as the centrepiece, alongside a showcase of vehicles powered by AMARON across categories. The brand also introduced battery-shaped charging stations and interactive zones across the venue blending utility with engagement in a way that felt both functional and intuitive.

Recognised as a World Athletics Gold Label race, the event brought together elite global and Indian athletes, reflecting the spirit of “Endendigu Bengaluru” a city defined by steady progress and resilience. The event was attended by a strong elite field, including Uganda’s Harbert Kibet and defending champion Sarah Chelangat, alongside Indian defending champion and event record holder Abhishek Pal and Sanjivani Jadhav.

Commenting on the association, Chandrasekar Radhakrishnan, Chief Business Officer – Automotive and Home Energy Business (India & SAARC), Amara Raja Energy & Mobility, said: “A marathon shows us that the real race is the one no one sees—built quietly, mile after mile, through discipline and resolve. That’s what Amaron stands for. Not short bursts, but staying power. Not noise, but consistency over time. Our association with the TCS World 10K Bengaluru celebrates those who keep going, away from the spotlight, committed to the long game. Because like every runner out there, Amaron is built to endure—quietly powering every mile that matters.”

Speaking about the TCS World 10K Bengaluru, World Champion and Olympic medallist Blanka Vlašić said, “What makes this special is not the race itself, but everything that leads up to it and the discipline, the preparation, and the consistency that build over time. Every runner here is a reflection of that journey. In many ways, the long game in any sport is always played in the quiet and in the hours of effort no one sees. In a city like Bengaluru, where progress is constant and personal, you can truly feel that spirit of people moving forward in their own rhythm, yet together as one”

Through its continued association with marquee endurance platforms such as the IPL and the Tata Mumbai Marathon, AMARON remains committed to championing performance, consistency, and the spirit of the long game across India.

About Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited

Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited (ARE&M) encompasses a diverse range of solutions and products, which includes energy storage solutions, Lithium-ion cell manufacturing, wide range of EV chargers, Li-ion battery pack assembly, automotive and industrial lubricants, and exploration of new chemistries, among others. ARE&M is also one of the largest manufacturers of energy storage products for both industrial and automotive applications in India. Amara Raja is the preferred supplier to major telecom service providers, telecom equipment manufacturers, the UPS sector (OEM & Replacement), Indian Railways, and the Power, Oil & Gas industry segments. Amara Raja’s industrial battery brands comprise of PowerStack®, AmaronVolt® and Quanta®. The company also manufactures India’s leading automotive battery brands Amaron® and Powerzone, which are distributed through a large pan-India sales & service retail network. The company supplies automotive batteries under OE relationships to Ashok Leyland, Ford India, Honda, Hyundai, Mahindra & Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, and Tata Motors amongst others. Amara Raja’s Industrial and Automotive Batteries are exported to over 65 countries around the world.

Hero MotoCorp Announces Actor & Youth Icon Ishaan Khatter As Brand Ambassador For Hero Xoom

* Launches A Fun Filled Hero Xoom Campaign For New-Age Riders

* Link to campaign: [https://youtu.be/qvIs5B1UlVA?si=8Hm2dg78Uozy4abu]

Abiding by the brand's ethos of speed, agility and self-expression, Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, today announced actor and youth icon Ishaan Khatter as the brand ambassador for Hero Xoom. The Company has also launched a new campaign built around the high-energy nostalgic musical hit while word playing it with 'Xoom Xoom Xoom Baba.’

Watch Ishaan Khatter take it from adrenaline-fueled stunts to the ultimate ride-date vibe. Set to an upbeat soundtrack, Ishaan and his co-rider dance on their Xoom scooters and ride hand in hand through the city, closing with the signature call 'Get, Set, Xoom'.

Ishaan Khatter's association with the brand reflects the very spirit of Hero Xoom. Known for his energy, spontaneity and strong connect with young audiences, he embodies the values that define the scooter - confident, expressive and always in motion.

Commenting on the film, Aashish Midha, Head of Marketing, Hero MotoCorp said, "Hero Xoom reflects our focus on building products and brands that resonate with young India. With its distinctive design, performance-driven features and strong street presence, it offers a differentiated riding experience. This campaign strengthens our connect with new-age riders, and we are delighted to have Ishaan Khatter on board, whose personality aligns seamlessly with the spirit of Hero Xoom."

As the newest ambassador for Xoom, Actor Ishaan Khatter commented, “Working with Hero MotoCorp on the Hero Xoom has been an incredible experience. What I love about this film is that it blends thrill with a touch of romance. We have set it around a fun, spontaneous scooter date, brought alive with a recreated version of a truly iconic song. It has the perfect mix of nostalgia and youthful energy. Shooting it felt effortless and exciting, and I think audiences will really connect with the vibe and chemistry the film brings to life.”

The song is sung by the wonderful and legendary, Usha Uthup and the film is created by McCann India, part of Omnicom Advertising India.

Hero MotoCorp is committed to bringing products that cater to the aspirations of young India through contemporary design, advanced technology and distinctive features, and Hero Xoom is an outcome of that vision. Comprising of Xoom 110, Xoom 125 and Xoom 160, it offers a compelling combination of performance, sporty design and advanced features for new-age riders like Fastest Acceleration, Big 14-14 Wheels and Led Projector Headlamp, and Front Disc Brake.

The brand also continues to strengthen Hero MotoCorp's scooter portfolio with a blend of performance, style and innovation. The Hero Xoom 110 and Xoom 125 are available across Hero MotoCorp's dealership network, while the Xoom 160 is available at Hero Premia dealerships across the country.

About Hero MotoCorp

Hero MotoCorp, headquartered in New Delhi, India, is the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for 25 consecutive years with ~$5 billion revenue. The Company’s global footprint spans 52 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, Central and Latin America with a customer base of over 125 million. The Company operates eight manufacturing facilities - six in India and one each in Colombia and Bangladesh - along with two Research and Development centres: Centre for Innovation and Technology (CIT) in India and Tech Centre Germany (TCG).

Hero MotoCorp is driving the transition to electric mobility through VIDA, powered by Hero. Strategic alliances with Harley-Davidson and Zero Motorcycles support the design and development of premium and electric motorcycles, respectively. Further demonstrating its commitment to the EV future, the Company has made strategic investments in two- and three-wheeler EV manufacturers, Ather Energy and Euler Motors. Hero MotoCorp is the only Indian two-wheeler manufacturer listed on the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI).

Hero MotoCorp’s Executive Chairman, Dr. Pawan Munjal, was named to the 2025 TIME100 Climate List of the 100 most influential leaders driving business climate action.

Beyond mobility, Hero MotoCorp is a major global promoter of sports, including golf, football, field hockey, and cricket. Hero MotoSports Team Rally is India's flag bearer in global rally racing.

Maarga Mind Care Brings New Recovery Model To Mental Healthcare In India

* A unique model that helps people heal, rebuild and return with confidence

Maarga Mind Care has announced the launch of its Integrative Day Care Program, a mental healthcare model designed to support patients beyond acute treatment and into real, lasting recovery. At a time when mental health needs are rising and long-term support remains limited, this program offers continuity, structure and a more human path back to everyday life.

In contemporary psychiatric care, the gap between acute symptom stabilization and meaningful functional recovery remains a critical challenge. At Maarga Mind Care, this gap is addressed through an Integrative Day Care Program, a structured, therapeutic ecosystem rooted in milieu therapy principles and enriched by a Cognitive-Motor-Sensory (CMS) Integration Model developed by the team at Maarga Mind Care.

According to the National Mental Health Survey 2015–16, 10.6% of adults in India live with mental disorders, with lifetime prevalence estimated at 13.7%. More recent studies suggest that nearly 15% of India’s adult population may need clinical mental health support, yet the treatment gap remains as high as 70% - 92% across conditions. WHO has also warned that mental health conditions could cost India ₹9.62 lakh crore (US$1.03 trillion) between 2012 and 2030, underscoring the urgent need for more structured and sustained pathways of care.

Designed as an immersive and multidimensional healing environment, the program supports not only mental stability, but also confidence, self-awareness, social functioning, and a more meaningful return to daily life.

Commenting on the introduction of the program, Dr Jothi Neeraja, Founder & MD, Maarga Mind Care said, “Our Integrative Day Care Program has been designed as a structured, compassionate, and personalised mental healthcare offering that supports individuals through recovery in a more holistic way. By combining therapeutic care, routine, emotional regulation, and social engagement, the program helps rebuild confidence, regain stability, and move forward meaningfully in their daily lives.”

Dr Jyoti Kapoor, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist, Maarga Mind Care said, “What makes this program stand out is its balance of structured therapeutic activity with equally intentional moments of restoration. Through this program, patient families have reported better understanding of the patient’s condition, improved communication patterns, enhanced trust in the recovery process and reduced caregiver burden due to structured and supervised engagement.”

The program is supervised by psychiatrists and clinical psychologist; and delivered by a multidisciplinary team of case managers, music, yoga and expressive art therapy facilitators and specialist nursing staff. With regular observation and coordinated reviews, support can be customized to the needs of each patient as recovery progresses.

“Mental healthcare needs to move beyond the typical interventions and create more structured pathways for recovery which can accommodate the patients and care givers preferences and necessities. Our Integrative Day Care Program is designed to provide structured and compassionate support in a way that is holistic, personalised, and grounded in continuity of care,” says Dr. Abhishek Hariharan Kandluri, Co-Founder, Executive Director & CBO, Maarga Mind Care.

The Integrative Day Care Program at Maarga Mind Care represents a paradigm shift from episodic care to continuous, integrative recovery. By combining milieu therapy with Cognitive-Motor-Sensory Integration, it creates a living therapeutic ecosystem — one that extends beyond inpatient care into real-world functioning. It affirms a crucial principle in modern psychiatry that sustained recovery is not achieved in isolation, but through continuity, structure, and meaningful engagement.

About Maarga Mind Care:

Headquartered in Bengaluru, Maarga Mind Care is a pioneering mental health institution dedicated to bridging India’s mental health treatment gap through compassionate, evidence-based, and inclusive care. Founded by Dr. Jothi Neeraja, Maarga Mind Care offers holistic, end-to-end mental healthcare through its “C2R+ - Crisis Consult to Recovery and beyond” model.

Maarga’s services include in-patient admissions, 24/7 mental health emergencies, and retrievals & out-patient services. Child and Adolescent, Adult, child, adolescent, and Geriatric psychiatry, de-addiction and rehabilitation, neuromodulation treatments (TMS and Ketamine therapy), and counseling and psychometric assessments, along with art, music, dance, yoga and drama therapies are offered.

Led by Dr. Jothi Neeraja and Dr. Girish Chandra, Maarga Mind Care aims to expand from a 40-bed center in Bengaluru to 25 centers with 1000+750+ beds by 2030. Maarga Mind Care is the only private mental health provider empaneled with the U.S. Embassy (South India) and a trusted partner of the Canadian Embassy across India.

Connect with us at 9741772233 or visit us at Maarga Mind Care - https://www.maargamindcare.com/

Tata AIA Life Insurance Introduces Shubh Health Criti: Where Your Health Fund Grows With You

* What if your life insurance actually helped you stay healthy and grew your money while doing it?

Most of us only think about protection or health coverage when something goes wrong. By then, it is often too late to plan. Tata AIA Life Insurance is changing that with Shubh Health Criti, A first of its kind unit-linked life insurance plan that lets you build a dedicated health fund over time. It earns market-linked returns, covers 60+ critical illnesses, and allows tax-free withdrawals for treatment so when you need it most, the money is already there. More information is available at www.tataaia.com.

A fund, not just a policy

Shubh Health Criti reimagines what life insurance and protection can look like. Instead of a traditional payout triggered by diagnosis, this plan lets policyholders accumulate a health fund that earns market-linked returns and can be drawn upon, tax-free, for critical illness treatment, procedures, or associated costs. The plan covers 60+ critical illnesses, locks in premiums for 30 years, and includes a premium waiver in the event of death or disability, so the fund keeps growing even when life doesn't go as planned. Customers can explore coverage flexibility, eligibility conditions and wellness programme details at www.tataaia.com.

Built for prevention, not just protection

What sets Shubh Health Criti apart is its integration with Health Buddy, Tata AIA's wellness ecosystem. From cancer screenings and routine health assessments to personalised health tracking, the platform is designed to keep you ahead of risk not just respond to it.

Research consistently shows that early detection of conditions like cancer, cardiac disease, and stroke dramatically improves outcomes. Health Buddy turns that insight into action.

"Health planning has always been reactive- a safety net for when things go wrong. Shubh Health Criti flips that equation. It's a fund you build, a future you plan for and a wellness ecosystem that keeps you healthier along the way,” said Jeelani Basha Chief Business Officer, Partnership Distribution and Group Business, Tata AIA Life Insurance

Key Features at a Glance

· 60+ Critical Illnesses covered

· 30-Year Premium Guarantee - no surprises, ever

· Market-Linked Health Fund - grows with your investments

· Dual Life OPD Cover - outpatient coverage for you and your family

· Premium Waiver on death or disability

· Terminal Illness with Term Booster

· Accidental Total & Permanent Disability Benefit and Accidental Death Benefit Coverage

· Tax-Free Withdrawals from your health fund

· Return of Health buddy premiums

· Entry Age (age on last birthday): 18/65 years

Learn more
To know more about Tata AIA Shubh Health Criti and its Criti Care benefits, please visit www.tataaia.com.

Tata AIA Shubh Health Criti solution comprises Tata AIA Health SIP, Tata AIA Health Buddy and Tata AIA Comprehensive Protection Rider. Market linked returns are subject to investment risks. Please read the sales brochure carefully before concluding a sale.

Tata AIA Shubh Health Criti Solution comprises of Tata AIA Health SIP, a Non-Participating, Unit Linked, Individual Health insurance Plan (UIN:110L184V01)
Tata AIA Health Buddy A Non-linked, Non-participating, Individual Health product (UIN: 110N183V01)
Tata AIA Comprehensive Protection Rider, A Non-Linked, Non-Participating, Individual Health Rider (UIN:110B033V04).

SBI General Insurance Reports Powerful Growth Of 14.5% In GDP, FY26; Grows 1.6x Faster Than Industry

* Gross Direct Premium reaches INR 15,904 crore, is the fastest growing insurer among the Top 10 insurance companies

SBI General Insurance, one of India’s leading general insurance companies, delivered a strong performance in FY26, growing significantly ahead of the industry and reinforcing its market position. Continuing its growth trajectory, the Company reported a Gross Direct Premium (GDP) of INR 15,904 crores, registering a YOY growth of 14.5% and crossing the significant milestone of INR 15,000 crores since inception.

SBI General Insurance continues to focus on maintaining a balance between growth and profitability in a dynamic operating environment. The Company grew at 1.6 times the industry growth rate, further strengthening its market position. Additionally, the Company gained 27 basis points improvement in private & SAHI market share from 6.90% in FY 25 to 7.17% in FY26, reflecting sustained growth momentum and strong execution capabilities. Growth during the year was supported by key segments, with Health 27%, Motor 16%, Personal Accident (PA) 40%, and Fire 10%. The diversified business mix continues to support resilience and consistent performance. SBI General Insurance continued to lead the Personal Accident (PA) segment, maintaining its position as the No. 1 in private and SAHI insurer.

This year, the Company demonstrated improved underwriting performance, with the loss ratio improving to 78.3% in FY26 from 82.4% in FY25. Profit After Tax (PAT) stood at INR 553 crores, compared to INR 509 crores in FY25. In terms of financial position, the Company’s solvency ratio stood at 1.90 times, well above the regulatory requirement, highlighting its strong capital position.

Commenting on the Company's performance, Mr. Naveen Chandra Jha, MD & CEO, SBI General Insurance, said, “Our FY26 performance reflects our continued focus on growing faster than the market consistently while strengthening our core business & growing profit responsibly. At SBI General Insurance, we are focused on improving accessibility to insurance solutions and making protection more inclusive and easier to access for customers across segments and geographies. As we move forward, we remain committed to expanding reach, deepening insurance penetration, and building a future-ready organization.”

Mr. Jitendra Attra, CFO, SBI General Insurance, added, “Our financial performance reflects strong underwriting discipline and continued focus on operational efficiency. The improvement in loss ratio demonstrates the effectiveness of our risk selection and claims management practices. We will continue to focus on capital efficiency, prudent risk management, and delivering consistent financial performance in a dynamic operating environment.”

SBI General Insurance continues to build on its growth trajectory through targeted investments in technology, product innovation, advanced analytics, and customer-centric solutions. The Company is also expanding its presence across India by strengthening distribution networks, deepening reach in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, and enhancing accessibility through various channels. Backed by a diversified business mix and disciplined execution, SBI General Insurance is well positioned to sustain profitable growth and further consolidate its standing in the Indian general insurance sector.

About SBI General Insurance

SBI General Insurance, one of the fastest-growing private general insurance firms, backed by the robust support of SBI, upholds a legacy of trust and security. We position ourselves as India's most trusted general insurer amidst a dynamic landscape. Since our establishment in 2009, our expansion has been substantial, growing from 17 branches in 2011 to a nationwide presence in 146 branches.

The company received numerous prestigious accolades, showcasing its excellence across various domains. Key honors include being named as the Domestic General Insurer of the Year – India and Claims Initiative of the Year – India at Insurance Asia Awards 2025 Singapore, Large General Insurance category at the Mint BFSI Summit & Awards, the 3rd InsureNext Awards 2024 for Best Claims Settlement, and India’s Best General Insurer of the Year at the 7th Insurance Conclave Awards. At the India Insurance Summit & Awards 2024, the company secured titles for General Insurance Company of the Year and Leading Implementer of Analytics Technology in Insurance. Additionally, it was honored as the Best BFSI Brand at the ET NOW Best BFSI Brands Conclave 2024 and included in BW BusinessWorld’s India’s Most Respected Companies. Certified as a Great Place to Work in 2024, the company also excelled at the ETBFSI Exceller Awards 2024 with recognition for Best Claims Management in Insurance and Best CSR Campaign of the Year, further highlighting its commitment to social responsibility and innovation.

With a team of over 9,000+ employees and our multi-distribution model covering Bancassurance, Agency, OEM, Broking, Retail Direct Channels, and Digital collaborations, we are committed to providing both Suraksha and Bharosa to all our consumers. Leveraging a vast network that includes over 22000+ SBI branches, plus agents, financial alliances, OEMs, and digital partners, we extend our services to even the most remote areas of India. Our offerings cater to Retail, Corporate, SME and Rural segments, and our diverse product portfolio ensures accessibility through both digital and physical channels.

Saturday, April 25, 2026

A Taste Of Tradition: MTR Brings Back Its Annual Cultural And Culinary Fest-MTR Karunadu Swada 2026



* Inauguration of MTR’s flagship festival blends regional flavours, cultural experiences, and celebrates the iconic sambar with a Sambar Song in collaboration with Vasu Dixit

MTR successfully inaugurated the latest edition of its flagship food festival, MTR Karunadu Swada, held from April 24th, 2026 at Jayamahal Palace, Bengaluru. The event was inaugurated by Shri Maheshwar Rao M, I.A.S., Chief Commissioner GBA and Administrator- All Bengaluru City Corporations. It brings together food enthusiasts, cultural connoisseurs, and culinary experts to rediscover the depth and diversity of Karnataka’s rich food heritage.

Centred around the theme of ‘the story before the recipe’, this year MTR Karunadu Swada celebrates indigenous ingredients of Karnataka. This year’s opening night showcased an immersive culinary journey across six regions of Karnataka—Uttara Karnataka, Kalyana Karnataka, Kodagu, Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Hale Mysuru. With a showcase of 75+ dishes, the spread stands out as a rich culinary archive bringing together both well-loved classics and lesser-known, almost-forgotten flavours under one roof.

Curated by MTR’s culinary experts along with home-cooks, the festival places a strong emphasis on hyper-local, seasonal ingredients, celebrating the authenticity, sustainability, and regional identity of Karnataka’s cuisine. A distinctive highlight is the concept of “One Region. One Unique Ingredient. One Forgotten Recipe.,” with each region also featuring a traditional summer cooler, rooted in local wisdom and climate-responsive food practices.

MTR also unveiled the second edition of its coffee table book at the inauguration, an ode to Karnataka’s culinary legacy. The book titled “The story before the recipe” celebrates ingredients that grow in the 6 regions of Karnataka and have shaped its rich culinary tradition. Adding a memorable cultural layer to the celebration was acclaimed musician Vasu Dixit, who took centre stage with the launch of a specially composed Sambar song, performed live at the festival. The composition stood out as a heartfelt tribute to Sambar, celebrating the everyday rituals, warmth, and nostalgia that celebrates the dish, elevating the beloved Sambar into a symbol of shared memories and togetherness.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Sunay Bhasin, CEO, MTR, said: “For over a century, MTR has been deeply rooted in Karnataka’s culinary heritage, steadfast in its commitment to preserving and celebrating the authenticity of regional cuisine. MTR Karunadu Swada has now become an annual fixture on every food enthusiast’s calendar, serving as a platform that celebrates Karnataka’s local ingredients, revives forgotten recipes and spotlights the state’s regional diversity, and bringing people closer to Karnataka’s food traditions.”

Beyond the food, the festival offers a vibrant cultural showcase with folk and classical performances, bringing alive the spirit of Karnataka through music, dance, and art, making it a truly immersive cultural experience.

The festival is expected to witness an enthusiastic response, with 3000+ visitors over the next two days, further strengthening its position as one of Bengaluru’s most anticipated culinary and cultural platforms.

UNSW And Deloitte Collaborate To Build Industry Ready Talent In India

Strategic collaboration will focus on industry-integrated learning, applied research, and a Centre of Excellence in emerging technologies

UNSW Sydney has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for strategic collaboration with Deloitte India to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in AI & Innovation at the new UNSW Bengaluru campus in India. Bringing together a global top 20 university with AI and innovation leading practice in India, this strategic collaboration aims to link academia, students and industry to accelerate future-ready talent for India’s dynamically evolving economy. The strategic collaboration will focus on creating a platform that integrates education with industry-relevant practice, applied research and knowledge exchange, with UNSW Bengaluru students to benefit from direct exposure to real-world problem solving and practical industry insights from India’s leading-edge AI and innovation network of practitioners.

Aligned with India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 vision, the CoE will serve as a multi-dimensional platform that brings together academic excellence, industry engagement, and innovation. This strategic collaboration is designed to address the growing demand in India for globally competent, industry-ready graduates across high-growth sectors such as artificial intelligence, data science, cyber security, and digital transformation.

At its core, the CoE will embed industry-integrated learning into the student experience through real world challenge projects, experiential workplace learning, and practitioner-led teaching. Students will benefit from direct access to Deloitte’s advanced innovation infrastructure, including AI labs, cyber simulation environments, emerging technology platforms and professional networks, enabling them to engage with real-world challenges from the outset of their learning journey.

The MoU will also enable future joint applied research initiatives, with UNSW faculty and Deloitte experts collaborating on industry-relevant problem statements to author white papers, and deliver innovation-led solutions. A dedicated start-up and innovation lab will also support student and faculty entrepreneurship, fostering a culture of experimentation, problem-solving, and enterprise.

Another key pillar of this strategic collaboration is lifelong learning and upskilling, with the goal of introducing executive education and professional development programmes in the future, serving India’s working professionals and corporate organisations seeking to grow AI and innovation capabilities in emerging technology domains.

Professor Sarah Maddison, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education & Student Experience) at UNSW Sydney, said: “This exciting partnership reflects UNSW’s commitment to delivering education within a connected, industry-engaged ecosystem, exposing students to hands-on applied learning and preparing graduates for the work of today and the future. As Australia’s number one university for employment outcomes, UNSW’s strategic collaboration with Deloitte India creates pathways to accelerate students with the confidence, adaptability, and purpose required to thrive in a rapidly changing world. The partnership supports UNSW’s 10-year ‘Progress For All’ strategy and our long-term commitment to India as an education and innovation partner”.

Kamlesh Vyas, Partner, Deloitte India, added: “This partnership with UNSW Sydney is a defining step towards harnessing our tech capabilities to equip future-ready talent and catalyse the next phase of India’s digital transformation. It underscores our commitment to accelerating innovation and driving sustained economic impact. In the current landscape, strengthening the link between workplaces and classrooms is a shared priority, starting with deeper integration across education, applied research and real-world practice. Fundamentally, this COE will serve as a comprehensive platform that brings together academic excellence and industry engagement to harness capabilities in AI and innovation for solving industry-relevant problem statements, extending beyond students to working professionals”.

The collaboration, set to commence from April 2026, with a phased rollout of programs, research initiatives and industry engagement activities, aims to strengthen India’s position as a global hub for technology and innovation by building a robust pipeline of skilled talent, advancing applied research, and supporting entrepreneurship. 

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