"True Tribute To Raja Ravi Varma Is To Build An Ecosystem Where New Creators Can Flourish:" Dr. L. Murugan

* Minister says Creator Labs will come up in 15,000 schools and 500 colleges, as India targets 30 lakh creative economy jobs by 2030

Dr. L. Murugan, Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, said the best way to honour Raja Ravi Varma is to give young artists the space and support to create with confidence. He was speaking at "Raja Ravi Varma – Chitranjali: Bridging the Divide", held today at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre to mark the painter's 120th death anniversary and 10 years of Chitranjali.

"The true tribute to Raja Ravi Varma is not merely to admire his masterpieces, but to create an ecosystem where countless new creators can flourish with the same confidence and imagination," Dr. Murugan said. "Today we are living in the age of creators."

He said Ravi Varma changed how India saw its own heritage by bringing epics and deities out of palaces and into ordinary homes. Linking this to today's creative economy, he said India will need about 30 lakh jobs in the sector by 2030. He pointed to the Indian Institute of Creative Technology in Mumbai, WaveX for creative startups and Waves Bazaar for connecting creators with global buyers. He also said Creator Labs will be set up in 15,000 schools and 500 colleges, with Rs 250 crore for creator development.

Sushri Vimlesh Brijwall, Secretary, Megh Mandal Sansthan, said the evening was about more than remembering a painter. "Today, we are not just remembering Raja Ravi Varma as a great painter. We are remembering him as an artist who brought Indian life, Indian beauty and Indian stories to the forefront of time," she said. "Art unites time, art unites generations and art unites people."

Shri G. C. Murmu, former Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and former Comptroller and Auditor General of India, was Guest of Honour. Film critic and trade analyst Shri Komal Nahta was Special Guest. Artists, art lovers and researchers from several states attended, including Gujarat-based visual artist Shri Vrindavan Solanki. The evening included the unveiling of a copy of a Raja Ravi Varma painting, presented by the Chief Guest.

About Megh Mandal Sansthan

Megh Mandal Sansthan is a New Delhi-based institution working to research, celebrate and promote India's art and cultural heritage, with a focus on the legacy of Raja Ravi Varma. Through Chitranjali, it has spent 10 years creating a platform for artists, scholars and young audiences under the idea of "Preserving Heritage, Empowering Artists, Inspiring Generations."

Capgemini Strengthens iIs Footprint In Coimbatore With A New Office At ELCOT IT Park

Capgemini has expanded its footprint in Coimbatore with a new office at ELCOT IT Park, marking the company’s 28th office in India and its ninth in Tamil Nadu. Spread across 1,37 lakh sq. ft. with more than 1,500 seats, the facility brings together centres of excellence in product engineering, robotics and power electronics.

The office was inaugurated in the presence of Sanjay Chalke, CEO - India, Capgemini, and Kartik Ramakrishnan, CEO - Financial Services and Member of the Group Executive Board, Capgemini.

The expansion comes as Coimbatore continues to strengthen its position as Tamil Nadu’s second-largest software hub. The new office will support Capgemini’s work in consumer goods and aerospace, while enabling teams to incubate ideas, demonstrate capabilities and co-create solutions for clients across industrial, semiconductor, automotive and cloud infrastructure sectors.

It will serve business units including Financial Services, Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, Insights & Data and Digital. Designed to reflect the region’s Tamil Kongu heritage, it includes employee experience and well-being spaces that support collaboration and a hybrid workplace model, along with energy-efficient equipment and sensor-based lighting controls.

AKAI Introduces The Spa For Your Clothes Across Indian Market

* AKAI’s newly launched 5-Star Semi-Automatic Washing Machines with a quick 35-minute wash cycle, bring Japanese precision and deep clean with sheen to every home

Inspired by the Japanese Mottainai philosophy, AKAI India presents a premium lineup of Semi-Automatic Top Load Washing Machines that combine heavy-duty performance, eco-friendly efficiency, and elegant aesthetics. The new AKAI Magic Wash feature ensures that the wash cycle completes in 35 minutes with soak function ensuring complete and quick laundry care.

Leading Japanese consumer electronics brand, AKAI India has rolled out their latest line-up of Semi-Automatic washing machines. Themed ‘The Spa for your Clothes’, this new range addresses the gap between heavy-duty endurance and premium fabric care. With this launch, AKAI has leaned heavily into its cultural roots to solve modern problems of Indian households.

With added capacities and pulsator technologies, the new range now runs from 7 kg to 14 kg, built around a simple idea: a wash shouldn't waste water, electricity, or the machine itself.

Sold under AKAI's “The Spa for Your Clothes” positioning, the line-up is meant to cover a wide range of households, from young couples buying their first machine to larger joint families who need more capacity. Rather than compete on over bloated features which consumers seldom use, AKAI is leaning into low running costs and machines built to last.

KEY FEATURES*

The biggest change in the new range sits at the drum level. AKAI has spread five distinct pulsator technologies across its semi-automatic models:

x5 Wing Pulsator — the entry-level option across the full 7 kg to 14 kg range, running Normal and Gentle cycles, with a third Strong mode added on the higher-capacity models

Dual Force Pulsator — fitted on select models, built for households running heavier loads day to day

Active Flow 360° — drives AKAI's “Magic Wash,” a 35-minute cycle with a built-in soak function, on select models

Jumbo Pulsator — a three-program wash (Normal, Gentle, Strong) on the 8.5 kg glass-lid range, with an electronic timer that runs up to 40 minutes

Spiral Pulsator and Roller Pulsator — round out the 8.5 kg and 10.5 kg tiers respectively, each with a water selector and multiple wash programs

At the top of the range, the 11 kg model introduces a stainless-steel wash-and-spin tub — a first for AKAI's semi-automatic line.

BUILT TO LAST, NOT TO BE THROWN OUT

Every model in the range, whatever its capacity, shares the same protective build: an anti-rat mesh guarding the wiring, a rust-proof body, and thermal protection for the wash motor. AKAI backs this with a five-year warranty on the wash motor and a 5-star energy rating across the range — making longevity, rather than replacement, the core pitch.

Most capacities also come with soft-closing lids (on 7.5 kg glass-lid models and above), castor wheels for easy movement, a collar scrubber and magic filter for lint and dirt, and either a single or dual water inlet, depending on the model.

“We design our products with the Japanese idea of Mottainai — which is about respecting resources and minimizing waste. Our new 5-Star Semi-Automatic washing machines are an expression of that belief. While our machines help save water and electricity with the 35-Minute Magic Wash, the products themselves are built for long term durability with features like thermal motor protection and rust-proof bodies. ‘The Spa for your Clothes’ is our way of offering sustainable value that respects the environment and the needs of the Indian consumer.” — Anurag Sharma, MD & CEO, AKAI India

AKAI INDIA SERVICE ASSURANCE

AKAI backs the range with a nationwide network of 1,200+ service centres across 28 states, keeping support within reach long after purchase.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY

AKAI’s Semi-Automatic Washing machines are available PAN India at ₹ 12590/- onwards at AKAI India’s official website, select 3rd party online stores and offline via AKAI India authorized retailers.

High-res images are available here.

*Disclaimer: Certain features may be available on select models only and are subject to change. For details kindly refer to the product catalogue or visit www.akaiindia.in.

About AKAI India

AKAI, with a Japanese heritage dating to 1929, is one of the most recognised consumer electronics brands in Asia. In India, AKAI operates through Hometech Digital Limited, headquartered in Chandigarh, offering a full portfolio of Smart TVs, Audio Systems, Air Conditioners, Washing Machines, Refrigerators, and Interactive Display Panels. The brand’s Go Green initiative commits to energy-saving product design, eco-friendly refrigerants, low-water-pressure washing machines, and Ayurvedic air filtration — all without premium pricing.

For more information, please visit https://akaiindia.in/

IndusInd Bank And HYROX India Partner In A Multi-City Partnership As Fitness Movement Gains Further Momentum Across Nation

* The Bank customers will get exclusive cashback offers and race-day benefits, including priority check-in, dedicated access lanes, exclusive event privileges, and curated on-ground experiences.

Building on the momentum of its association with HYROX Mumbai (2026), IndusInd Bank has expanded its partnership with HYROX India, spanning across multiple cities including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Noida. Through the expanded partnership, the Bank aims to strengthen its connect with a growing community of fitness enthusiasts and experience-seeking consumers, while offering customers exclusive cashback offers and race-day benefits, including priority check-in, dedicated access lanes, exclusive event privileges, and curated on-ground experiences.

Speaking on the partnership, Sheran Mehra, Chief Marketing Officer, IndusInd Bank, said, "HYROX gives IndusInd Bank an opportunity to engage with a generation that values aspiration, perseverance and continuous progress. Its appeal extends beyond fitness, reflecting a mindset of challenging limits and pursuing personal growth - qualities that resonate strongly with our brand. This partnership is therefore more than a sports association; it is a strategic platform to deepen relevance, create distinctive experiences and become part of the lives of consumers who are always striving for what’s next."

Deepak Raj, Country Head, HYROX India, while commenting on this association, said, “HYROX is built on ambition, the drive to achieve more. IndusInd Bank shares that same spirit, helping customers work towards their goals every day. We are pleased to have them as a long-term banking partner in India as we bring HYROX to more cities like Gujarat, Noida, this season.

HYROX combines both running & functional workout stations, where participants run 1km, followed by 1 functional workout station, repeated eight times. This race format remains consistent across the globe, enabling global leaderboards & a cumulative World Championships at the end of each race season.

Accommodating both professional athletes, and everyday fitness enthusiasts looking to take their training to the next level, HYROX is for everybody, with this season expected to engage more than 1.5 million participants in over 123 events globally.

RATINGS

Domestic Ratings:

• CARE A1+ for Certificate of Deposits  

• CRISIL A1+ for certificate of deposit program / short term FD programme 

• CRISIL AA+ for Infrastructure Bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds

• IND AA+ for Issuer Rating by India Ratings and Research

• IND AA+ for Senior bonds program/Tier 2 Bonds by India Ratings and Research

International Rating:

• Ba1 for Senior Unsecured MTN programme by Moody’s Investors Service.

Axis Bank's Latest 'Open' Campaign Asks What Happens When Customers Get Used To Better Experiences

* New campaign ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi brings alive the flexibility, personalization, convenience and control offered by the Bank’s ‘open’ app through seven relatable films

Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, today unveiled ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi, the next chapter in the evolution of ‘open’, the Bank’s digital banking proposition. Moving beyond product-led storytelling, the campaign explores how intuitive digital experiences built around convenience, personalization and control can shape customer expectations, influence behaviour and become an integral part of everyday life.

Introduced in 2023 as part of Axis Bank's Axis 2.0 transformation journey, 'open' marked a significant step in the Bank's digital banking evolution. While Open 2023 focused on showcasing what the platform could do, 'open' ki aadat pad jaayegi represents the next leap in the brand's evolution, shifting the narrative from features and functionality to the impact they have on customers' everyday lives. The campaign explores how convenience, personalization and control become second nature, reinforcing the promise of 'Dil Se Open, 24x7'.

Each film follows the protagonist seeking the same convenience, personalization and control she enjoys on the 'open' app to other areas of life, highlighting how great digital experiences shape expectations beyond banking. The stories culminate in the question, "Agar mera bank aisa kar sakta hai, toh aap kyun nahi?", followed by the sign-off, "Aadat toh padegi na?"

Across the seven films, the campaign showcases some of the app's key capabilities, including multi-bank account aggregation, investment and loan management, spend insights, card controls, Mobile App Code, Safety Centre and FD Lock.

Seven Films, One Simple Question: ‘Agar Mera Bank Aisa Kar Sakta Hai, Toh Aap Kyun Nahi?’

The campaign comes alive through seven distinct stories, each illustrating how the convenience, control and flexibility offered by ‘open’ from Axis Bank influences daily habits beyond banking.

One View, Many Banks: Set at an airport check-in counter, the protagonist expects one airline to provide information about flights booked with other airlines. The interaction mirrors the convenience of the One View feature on the ‘open’ app, which allows customers to access details of multiple bank accounts through the ‘open’ app.

Link: https://youtu.be/fpuGJL6jANY

Everything in One Place: In a shoe store, the protagonist searches for sneakers that can serve multiple purposes, from walking and running to gym workouts. The film draws a parallel with the ‘open’ app’s ability to bring together investments, loans, deposits and payments within one integrated experience.

Link: https://youtu.be/drWZFQX2MNo

Knowing Where Your Money Goes: At a gym membership counter, the protagonist requests a detailed breakdown of usage and spends across individual fitness equipment. The story highlights the Spend Analyser feature, which helps customers track spending patterns across categories on a real time basis.

Link: https://youtu.be/xS_pFbBZ2Zc

Control, Your Way: At a luxury hotel, the protagonist attempts to customise every aspect of her stay, from changing room features to adjusting amenities and views to suit her preferences. The film reflects the control customers enjoy over their cards through the ‘open’ app, including managing limits, changing PINs and blocking cards instantly when required.

Link: https://youtu.be/KDYOMqq1AOk

Security in Your Hands: At a diagnostic centre, the protagonist questions why sensitive reports rely on SMS-based OTPs when stronger security measures are possible. The film showcases Mobile App Code, enabling customers to securely self-generate authentication codes directly within the app.

Link: https://youtu.be/9vCm-IfvBPw

Safety Beyond Transactions: In a scuba diving school, the protagonist probes the instructor about advanced safety controls and contingency measures, questioning whether critical safety features can be turned on whenever needed. The narrative brings alive the Safety Centre feature on the 'open' app, which gives customers greater control over key banking functions, including Funds Transfer, UPI and SMS Blocks. By enabling customers to switch critical features on or off as required, the Safety Centre adds an additional layer of protection against fraud and empowers users to manage their banking security with confidence.

Link: https://youtu.be/eNWHkl1O4Ec

Protection Against Fraud Pressure: In a locker store, the protagonist redefines what security truly means by asking a simple question: what happens when access is given under pressure rather than stolen? The film brings alive FD Lock, a feature designed to safeguard fixed deposits by restricting withdrawals only at the branch, adding an extra layer of protection against increasingly sophisticated digital fraud.

Link: https://youtu.be/iLculwKJviM

Sameer Shetty, Group Head – Digital Business, Transformation & Strategic Programs, Axis Bank, said, “As banking becomes increasingly embedded in customers' daily lives, digital experiences are emerging as a key differentiator. At Axis Bank, we are focused on building intelligent, secure and customer-centric capabilities that give customers greater visibility, flexibility and control over their financial journeys. Through 'open', we are not just digitizing banking interactions but reimagining how customers engage with their bank. The campaign brings this vision to life by demonstrating how a superior digital experience can influence behaviour, elevate expectations and strengthen customer engagement."

Commenting on the campaign, Anoop Manohar, Chief Marketing Officer, Axis Bank, said, " At the heart of ‘open’ ki aadat pad jaayegi is a simple observation. Once customers get used to a certain level of convenience, personalization and control, they naturally begin to expect it across every interaction. Through relatable stories and humour, the campaign brings this insight to life. It also showcases how the ‘open’ app helps customers navigate their financial lives with greater confidence, convenience and control through intuitive, secure and customer-centric banking.”

The campaign has been conceptualised and executed in partnership with Curativity, the creative agency behind the ‘open ki aadat pad jaayegi’ campaign.

Aarti Srinivasan, CCO, Curativity, said, “When the Axis team showed us all the brilliant things the open app could do, our first thought was: with an app this damn good, how do we make the advertising match up? The idea- what if we took some of the world’s best experiences and had a little fun with how they don't seem quite good enough once you’ve got used to open? A big shout-out to Altamash Jaleel, our Creative Director, for the many rewrites and laughs along the way. And, most importantly, to our partners at Axis Bank for guiding us through the process and helping us take something as feature heavy as a banking app and make it feel this human."

The campaign will be rolled out across TV, digital, social and integrated media platforms nationwide. Through relatable storytelling rooted in everyday situations, the campaign reinforces Axis Bank's belief that when digital journeys deliver greater convenience, control and security, they don't just meet expectations, they redefine them.

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 6,295 domestic branches (including extension counters) and 12,564 ATMs and cash recyclers spread across the country as on 30th June 2026. The Bank’s Axis Virtual Centre is present across eight centres with 1,700 Virtual Relationship Managers as on 30th June 2026. 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.axis.bank.in

Nielsen Accelerates Streaming Data Delivery With Enhancements To Streaming Content Ratings

* Streaming Content Ratings (SCR) Data Shifts to Daily Delivery Cadence, Mirroring Linear TV Data Availability

*  Nielsen Also Accelerates Streaming Top 10 Reporting by Two Weeks

Nielsen has announced significant enhancements to its Streaming Content Ratings (SCR) product, which accelerates data deliveries from a once-weekly reporting cadence to a daily cadence. Clients can now access viewership insights faster, enabling more timely strategic decision-making in an increasingly competitive media landscape.

With this update, Nielsen has reduced SCR data delivery time by up to 80%. Clients now receive data, delivered each business day, for viewing that occurred two days prior. This acceleration aligns streaming insights with the reporting speed of linear TV, providing a much more unified measurement narrative.

“While Nielsen has made a number of material improvements to streaming measurement over the years that have broadened and deepened platform and program coverage, this may be the most significant enhancement to Streaming Content Ratings since its launch in 2017,” said Brian Fuhrer, Senior Vice President, Product Strategy and Thought Leadership. “As the speed of change across the media landscape increases, providing our clients with more immediate, up-to-date audience data helps them keep pace with the consumer.”

In addition to daily SCR data for clients, the product enhancements also allow Nielsen to accelerate the delivery of its weekly Streaming Top 10 reports, cutting the reporting delay in half. Nielsen expects to publish its first accelerated Top 10 on September 17, 2026, reporting the 08/31/26 – 09/06/26 measurement interval.

These latest enhancements build on Nielsen’s ongoing commitment to providing the marketplace with unrivaled, comprehensive audience insights across the media landscape. In recent years, Nielsen has made significant advancements to expand its audience measurement capabilities. Recent innovations include: National TV measurement enhancements featuring expanded co-viewing insights; broad marketplace adoption of Big Data + Panel measurement in 2025; first-party data integrations powering live streaming measurement; and a nationwide expansion of out-of-home measurement. Nielsen also continues to serve as the industry standard for streaming intelligence through essential industry benchmarks including The Gauge and the weekly Streaming Top 10 rankings.

About Nielsen

Nielsen is a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics. Through our understanding of people and their behaviors across all channels and platforms, we empower our clients with independent and actionable intelligence so they can connect and engage with their global audiences—now and into the future. Learn more at www.nielsen.com and connect with us on social media (X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram). 

Croma Makes iPhone 18 Pro Accessible With Blockbuster Offers Starting At ₹1,24,900*

* Exclusive launch offers across the all-new iPhone 18 Pro lineup, plus savings on Apple Watch and AirPods ~

Croma, India's leading omni-channel electronics retailer from the Tata Group, today announced launch offers on the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, along with savings across Apple Watch and AirPods. Available nationwide across Croma stores, croma.com, the Tata Neu app and Big Basket, customers can unlock meaningful savings through a combination of exchange benefits and up to 10% savings on HDFC Tata Neu card.

iPhone 18 Pro 256 GB available in stores at ₹1,24,900*. How to get this offer:

Avail up to ₹7,000 bank cashback on select credit cards

Exchange your old iPhone14 128GB for up to ₹24,000 (depending on condition and model)

Avail up to ₹12,000* exchange bonus

Similarly, the iPhone 18 Pro Max 256GB, is available in stores at ₹1,39,900*. How to get this offer:

Avail up to ₹7,000 bank cashback on select credit cards

Exchange your old iPhone14 128GB for up to ₹24,000 (depending on condition and model)

Avail up to ₹12,000* exchange bonus

Expand your Apple ecosystem

Croma is also extending savings across Apple Watch and AirPods for Tata Neu credit cardholders up to 10%:

• AirPods 5 worth ₹14,900 - can be availed at a starting price of ₹13,410*

• Apple Watch Series 12 worth ₹56,900 - can be availed at a starting price of ₹51,210*

• Apple Watch Ultra 4 worth ₹1,09,900 - can be availed at a starting price of ₹98,910*

Exchange offer extended across older iPhone models

With the all-new iPhone 18 series now available, Croma is also extending its exchange programme to older iPhone models. Customers exchanging their iPhone 15, iPhone 16 or iPhone 17 device will also have an exchange value above ₹30,000* depending on the condition of the device and the exchange bonus will be up to ₹12,000*.

“The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max mark a significant leap in Apple’s innovation, and we are delighted to bring our customers a launch experience that is both exciting and rewarding. With a strong mix of exchange bonuses and Tata Neu Coins, alongside compelling offers on Apple Watch and AirPods, we are making it easier than ever to upgrade to the latest technology. At Croma, we remain committed to delivering exceptional value and a seamless omni-channel experience across our stores and online platform” said a spokesperson, Infiniti Retail Ltd.

To explore these offers and the complete Apple range, customers can visit their nearest Croma store, shop online at Croma.com, or browse through the Tata Neu app. With a growing footprint of 560+ stores across 200+ cities, Croma continues to bring customers the latest technology, dependable service, and a rewarding shopping experience.

*All prices vary depending on the model, store, city, and availability and until the offer lasts.

About Croma:

Infiniti Retail Ltd. is India’s first large-format electronics retailer in India operating under the brand name Croma. With over 560+ stores across 200+ cities, the company continues to open new stores to expand its presence nationally. Croma offers its customers a world-class ambience to shop both in-store and staged at www.croma.com, and allows for a seamless omnichannel shopping experience. Through its deep integration with the Tata Neu ecosystem, products from Croma are also available on the Tata Neu app and Big Basket. Croma has been featured among the 100 most valuable Indian brands by Brand Finance India 100 report for three years in a row.  

WOL3D Presents Creality ShareFest India In Bengaluru, Bringing The 3D Printing Community Together

WOL3D, in collaboration with Creality, successfully hosted Creality ShareFest India – Bengaluru at Hakuna Matata, bringing together 3D printing enthusiasts, creators, professionals, students, innovators, and industry experts for a day filled with technology, conversations, networking, and fun.

Creality ShareFest India was created with a simple vision, to bring the growing 3D printing community together on one platform. The Bengaluru edition gave attendees an opportunity to meet like-minded people, exchange ideas, share experiences, discover new possibilities, and build meaningful connections within the industry.

The event also witnessed the presence of key members from the Creality team, including Mr Andrew Hu, Country Manager – India at Creality, and Mr Max, APAC Director at Creality. They interacted with attendees, shared industry insights, and connected with members of the growing 3D printing community in India.

Teams from WOL3D and Creality engaged directly with attendees, sharing knowledge about 3D printing technologies, products, applications, and the evolving opportunities within the industry. The event gave participants a chance to ask questions, exchange knowledge, and connect directly with people working in the 3D printing space.

Creality ShareFest India went beyond technology and product experiences. The event included interactive sessions, engaging activities, games, networking, and discussions, creating an environment where attendees could learn, connect, and have fun at the same time.

A major highlight of the Bengaluru edition was the community interaction. People from different backgrounds came together through their shared interest in 3D printing, discovered each other’s work, exchanged ideas, created new contacts, and opened doors for future collaborations.

“Creality ShareFest India is not just about showcasing 3D printing technology; it is about creating a platform where the community can come together, exchange knowledge, build meaningful connections, and collectively contribute to the growth of the 3D printing ecosystem in India,” said Rahul Chandalia, Managing Director, WOL3D.

Through Creality ShareFest India, WOL3D and Creality aim to strengthen the 3D printing community across India, creating opportunities for makers, creators, students, professionals, businesses, and innovators to connect, learn, collaborate, and grow together.

The Bengaluru edition reflected the true spirit of Creality ShareFest India, bringing people, technology, ideas, and innovation together to shape the future of 3D printing in India.
About WOL3D

WOL3D is one of India’s leading 3D printing ecosystem providers, focused on making 3D printing technology more accessible across the country. Its ecosystem brings together 3D printers, 3D scanners, filaments, laser engravers, 3D printing services, technical support, training, education, and after-sales services, providing end-to-end solutions for individuals, educational institutions, creators, professionals, and businesses.

Through its growing presence, experience centres, industry collaborations, and community-driven initiatives, WOL3D continues to build and strengthen the 3D printing ecosystem in India, helping more people experience, understand, and adopt the technology.
About Creality

Creality is a global 3D printing technology brand offering a wide range of 3D printers and related solutions for makers, creators, educators, professionals, and businesses. With a strong global community and focus on innovation, Creality continues to make 3D printing more accessible and encourage its adoption across different industries and applications. 

Exponent Energy Captures 20% Of The City’s EV 3-Wheeler Market

* Completes 200 EV Retrofits Of ICE Autorickshaws In Bengaluru

* Exponent Energy celebrates the OTO driver community at its Bengaluru facility, marking this milestone in the OTO retrofit journey

Exponent Energy, a Bengaluru-based energy company, has completed 200 EV retrofits of ICE autorickshaws in Bengaluru as part of a four-month pilot through its Exponent OTO platform, as it aims to expand its retrofitment offering across key cities in India.

In just one city, the retrofitted vehicles have covered 1.5Mn+ km and completed 25,000+ charging sessions so far, offering a real-world proof point for the use of EV retrofits in intensive commercial operations. The company has also captured a 20% share of the city’s e-3 wheeler market, reflecting growing demand for electric commercial mobility and Exponent’s rapid-charging technology.

Exponent OTO is Exponent's 3-wheeler mobility platform that brings together best-in-class battery technology, powertrain systems, and vehicle software to enable the electrification of both existing and new commercial 3-wheelers. For existing vehicles, OTO enables ICE 3-wheelers to be retrofitted to electric. For new vehicles, Exponent is now working with OEM partners to integrate their mobility platform into new electric 3-wheelers. The retrofit process can be completed in 24 hours, enabling a quick transition to electric with minimal disruption to drivers’ daily operations. OTO combines 15-minute 0-100% rapid charging with a 140-150 km real-world range and is backed by a 5-year or 3,000-cycle warranty, providing the performance and reliability required for intensive commercial use.

Commenting on the milestone, Ayush Bhargava, Head of Business, Exponent Energy, said, “The 200 retrofits in Bengaluru show that there is a real opportunity to electrify the vehicles already on the road, rather than waiting for them to be replaced. For drivers, the retrofit model offers a more accessible path to EVs while allowing them to continue with the vehicle and service ecosystem they already know. With each increasing kilometer being covered by these retrofit vehicles on road, we are assured that this can work in the real world.”

The path to electrification cannot be based on new vehicle sales alone. With India’s existing commercial vehicle base nearly 10x the new-vehicle market, electrifying vehicles already on the road will be critical to accelerating the transition while reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and strengthening energy security.

This is particularly relevant for commercial 3-wheelers, which are used intensively every day. Retrofitting offers a practical pathway to bring these vehicles into the electric ecosystem without waiting for replacement, helping accelerate commercial electrification while reducing the upfront cost and disruption of switching to a new vehicle.

To address the upfront cost of this transition, Exponent ONE, Exponent Energy’s EV financing platform, enables financing for the OTO retrofit kit. By reducing the initial capital requirement, the platform is designed to make EV adoption more accessible to commercial drivers and support a stronger economic case for the transition.

Designed for the demands of commercial driving, OTO helps drivers minimise charging downtime and maximise time on the road. At the same time, its interoperability with standard public and home charging infrastructure gives drivers the flexibility to charge beyond the Exponent network. Since Exponent Energy’s founding in 2020, the company has scaled its technology across India, with 3,500+ EVs powered by Exponent, 200+ charging stations, 2Mn+ rapid charging sessions completed, and over 100Mn+ kilometers covered.

About Exponent Energy:

Exponent Energy, founded in 2020, is a Bengaluru-based full-stack energy company enabling safe and rapid charging for commercial EVs. The proprietary platform combines the battery pack, pump, and connector to deliver full charge in 15 minutes and a 3,000 cycle life warranty for EVs (a new industry standard). With a mission to make electric the better energy choice, Exponent’s stack seamlessly integrates to deliver a holistic charging ecosystem. Its technology, built on standard lithium-ion cells, is scalable and adaptable across multiple commercial vehicle categories.

Exponent has so far raised a total of $65.7 Million in Pre-series A, Series A and B led by Lightspeed, Eight Roads Ventures, TDK Ventures, 360 One, Hitachi Ventures (HV) Fund, YourNest VC, 3one4 Capital, AdvantEdge VC, and the family office of Dr. Pawan Munjal, Chairman & CEO of Hero MotoCorp.

To know more, visit the official Exponent Energy website: www.exponent.energy

MYCPE ONE Bags Operational Excellence & Quality Award At Asia Pacific HRM Congress Awards

* Recognition at 25th edition of the awards acknowledges the Ahmedabad-based company’s focus on quality, process improvement and people practices

Ahmedabad-headquartered global accounting and professional services platform, MYCPE ONE, has received the Operational Excellence & Quality Award at the 25th Asia Pacific HRM Congress Awards, held in Bengaluru recently.

The award recognises the company’s efforts to strengthen operational processes, maintain quality standards and build systems that support its growing workforce and business operations.

MYCPE ONE has expanded its accounting, professional education, technology and business services. The company has focused on improving processes and adopting technology to support consistent delivery across functions. The company’s employee capacity building and workflow improvements have also formed part of these efforts.

The recognition came as a result of the collective contribution from teams across the organisation, including initiatives to improve internal processes, strengthen delivery standards, adopt new technologies and develop capabilities across functions.

Shalin Parikh, co-founder and CEO, MYCPE ONE, said: “This recognition is thanks to the work of our entire team. Operational excellence comes from consistently improving how we work, collaborate and deliver. As we scale, our focus is to build processes that support growth while maintaining quality, encouraging innovation and keeping our people at the centre of that progress.”

MYCPE ONE provides solutions across accounting talent, professional learning, technology, cybersecurity, digital services and other areas supporting accounting firms and finance professionals.
About MYCPE ONE

MYCPE ONE is an integrated platform serving CPA and accounting firms, along with businesses with solutions spanning offshore staffing, CPE and professional learning, digital marketing, website solutions, benchmarking, cybersecurity, AI implementation, managed IT, and industry news and insights.

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SPARSH Hospitals Launches ‘Horn Don’t Maadi’ Campaign To Rethink Bengaluru’s Everyday Honking Habit

* World Heart Day 2026 Campaign Urges Bengaluru Motorists To Reduce Unnecessary Honking And Make Everyday Commutes Calmer

Bengaluru’s traffic may be slow, but the honking rarely stops. From traffic signals and bumper-to-bumper roads to moments when there is simply nowhere for vehicles to move, unnecessary honking has become part of the city’s daily commute. This World Heart Day, SPARSH Hospitals has launched ‘Horn Don’t Maadi’, a Bengaluru-focused campaign encouraging motorists to rethink habitual honking and its impact on everyday traffic stress and wellbeing.

The campaign is built around a simple thought: “Can honking move the traffic? If not, what is all this noise doing to us?” While the horn remains an important safety tool, ‘Horn Don’t Maadi’ aims to discourage unnecessary honking driven by frustration, impatience or habit.

The campaign was unveiled at a media briefing in Bengaluru, bringing together SPARSH Hospitals’ leadership and cardiovascular specialists to discuss the relationship between everyday traffic stress, noise and heart health.

“With ‘Horn Don’t Maadi’, we want to turn a familiar Bengaluru experience into a simple moment of awareness. The campaign is not about stopping necessary honking, but about encouraging people to pause and ask whether every honk is really needed. Small changes in everyday behaviour can contribute to a calmer and healthier environment,” said Dr. Sharan Shivaraj Patil, Founder, Chairman and Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon, SPARSH Group of Hospitals.

From a medical perspective, loud and unexpected noise can trigger the body's stress response, while repeated exposure to stressful environments can contribute to physiological stress over time. Chronic stress is one of several factors that can influence cardiovascular health.

“An occasional honk is not the concern. It is repeated exposure to unnecessary and stressful noise that can add to the body’s stress response. When these stressors are experienced repeatedly, they can contribute to chronic stress, which is one of several factors that influence cardiovascular health,” said Dr. (Prof) Ranjan Shetty, Lead Consultant, Cardiologist and Group Medical Director, SPARSH Hospitals.

As part of the campaign, SPARSH Hospitals will take ‘Horn Don’t Maadi’ to Bengaluru’s roads and communities through public sign-ups, hospital and community engagement, radio and social media interventions, street vox pops, interactive traffic polls and doctor-led conversations. The campaign will also feature influencer-led content under ‘Honk Not Okay Please’.

The initiative is not aimed at eliminating honking from Bengaluru’s roads. Instead, SPARSH Hospitals hopes to make unnecessary and habitual honking less normalised, while reinforcing that the horn should be used whenever safety requires it.

Through ‘Horn Don’t Maadi’, SPARSH Hospitals aims to turn a familiar Bengaluru frustration into a public conversation around mindful commuting, everyday stress and heart health.

Use the horn when safety requires it, not as a default response to traffic.

About SPARSH Hospitals

SPARSH Group of Hospitals is one of Karnataka's leading multispecialty healthcare providers, delivering advanced, technology-enabled care with a strong focus on clinical excellence, innovation, and ethical medical practice. With a network of 8 hospitals, over 1,600 beds, 600+ consultants, and 3,400+ employees, SPARSH offers comprehensive care across 50+ specialties. Having touched over 1.5 million lives and serving patients from more than 14 countries, SPARSH Hospital continues to set benchmarks in patient outcomes while making world-class healthcare accessible across Karnataka and beyond.

As key DPDP Compliance Milestones Approach, 250 Founders And 35 Investors Gather In Bengaluru

* To Make Privacy A Growth Strategy
* The DPDP Zone summit drew 350 attendees, including 250 founders, while 15 startups pitched at an invite-only Demo Session.

DPDP Zone’s Privacy by Design 2026: Winning in the Era of AI, Security & Digital Trust brought together 350 attendees at Radisson Blu Atria, Bengaluru, eight weeks before the provisions governing Consent Managers under India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Rules take effect on 13 November 2026. The gathering included 250 founders and 35 investors and fund representatives, supported by an ecosystem of more than 40 partner organisations.

With substantive provisions of the Act scheduled for enforcement from 13 May 2027, the full-day gathering convened founders, investors, incubators, enterprise leaders, legal experts, cybersecurity practitioners and AI professionals to examine how privacy, security and responsible data practices can become part of building and scaling a business, rather than a last-minute compliance exercise. The focus was on what readiness means in practical terms: product decisions, enterprise sales, customer trust, data practices and fundraising.

Opening the event, Sharath Shyamasunder, Founder and CEO of DPDP Zone and The Startup Zone, said, “Privacy, security and trust can no longer wait. Because waiting is always expensive.”

He challenged the frequently used comparison between data and oil. “Data isn’t oil. Data is us,” he said. “Behind every data point is a person, a customer, an employee, a founder, a child, a family. Privacy is not just about protecting data. It is about protecting people.”

The 35 investors present represented funds ranging from pre-seed to growth, including Bessemer Venture Partners, Kalaari Capital, Blume Ventures, Chiratae Ventures, Inflection Point Ventures, Campus Fund and Venture Catalysts.

A separate, invite-only Demo Session saw 15 startups pitch directly to those investors, creating a practical bridge between founder readiness, governance and access to capital.

Shyamasunder also urged founders to see privacy readiness as a business advantage. “The security and privacy questionnaire arrives before the first meeting with your enterprise client or a VC,” he said. “DPDP could be the GST moment for data privacy. Organisations that adapted early did not just survive. They got faster.”

The programme featured four technical sessions and four panel discussions, covering privacy by design, responsible AI, cybersecurity, founder trust and the role of governance in fundraising.

Dr. Ricky Jha, Founder and CEO of Zerogrey Global and Data Protection Officer at Course5i, led a session on Design by Privacy: The Mirrored Mindset. Archana Moturi, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Assurtiv, addressed responsible AI as a competitive advantage for startups. Shamsheer Khan, Chief Security Officer at fnCyber, spoke on cybersecurity as a growth strategy, while Antra Ahuja of Saga Legal discussed the cost of getting privacy wrong, drawing on lessons from real cases.

Nayaz Ahmed, CEO of JAIN Launchpad, said, “Too often, founders see data protection as an afterthought. We need them to consider it from day one, not as a compliance challenge, but as a way to build trust with their customers.”

The day closed with extended networking across the founder, investor and partner ecosystem.

Privacy by Design 2026 was presented by title sponsors Assurtiv and The Startup Zone, with Karnataka Digital Economy Mission, Startup Karnataka and the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce as strategic partners. Over 40 organisations collaborated as an ecosystem to support the summit, spanning banking, cloud, media, community, and outreach sectors. A full list appears in the notes below.

For more information, visit events.dpdpzone.com.

Turkish Airlines Named Europe's Best Airline For The 11th Time

* Turkish Airlines received three prestigious accolades at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards: "Best Airline in Europe," "World's Best Business Class Catering," and "Best Airline in Southern Europe”. Turkish Airlines also rose to 5th place in Skytrax’s “World’s Best Airlines” ranking.

Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other carrier in the world, reinforced its strong standing in the aviation industry by being named "Best Airline in Europe" for the 11th time at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Known as the ‘Oscars’ of the aviation industry, the awards were presented at a ceremony held on September 18 in London.

In addition to the "Best Airline in Europe" title, Turkish Airlines received the "World's Best Business Class Onboard Catering" award for the 10th time and the "Best Airline in Southern Europe" award for the 13th time. Turkish Airlines also received five additional awards across the Economy and Business Class categories in Europe and Southern Europe, bringing its total number of awards at the ceremony to eight.

Commenting on the awards, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee Prof Murat Şeker said: "We are delighted to be named 'Best Airline in Europe' for the 11th time, and to lead in further categories. This achievement once again demonstrates the international recognition of the high standards we uphold throughout our guests’ travel experience, from service quality to our culinary offering. The fact that these awards are based directly on our passengers’ evaluations makes them particularly meaningful to us. As we bring Turkish hospitality to guests from around the world, we continue to work to further enhance our service quality at every touchpoint. I would like to thank all our colleagues who contributed to this achievement and our guests for their trust in us. As Turkish Airlines, we will continue to proudly represent our country in the skies and continue shaping the future of global aviation.”



Edward Plaisted, CEO of Skytrax, said: "We congratulate Turkish Airlines on these fabulous achievements at the 2026 World Airline Awards. Being named the Best Airline in Europe, ranking No 5 worldwide, and winning the award for the World's Best Business Class Catering that reflects the partnership with Turkish DO&CO, which continues to set industry benchmarks. Turkish Airlines provide a well-developed product to customers combined with high levels of service hospitality."



Holder of a Guinness World Record for its extensive flight network spanning six continents, Turkish Airlines continues to lead the aviation industry in sustainability, technology, and innovation while carrying Turkish hospitality into the skies. Strengthening its global presence with a service philosophy centered on the passenger experience, the national flag carrier has once again solidified its strong position in international aviation with eight new achievements at the Skytrax World Airline Awards.



Turkish Airlines, Inc.
Directorate of Communications



About Turkish Airlines:

Established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircraft, Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines has a fleet of 566 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 358 worldwide destinations as 305 international and 53 domestics in 133 countries. More information about Turkish Airlines can be found on its official website www.turkishairlines.com or its social media accounts on Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram.



About Star Alliance:

Established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance, Star Alliance was founded on a customer value proposition of global reach, worldwide recognition, and seamless service. Today, guided by a vision for a world effortlessly connected, Star Alliance enriches customer journeys and reinforces loyalty by creating tailored solutions that empower member airlines beyond their individual capabilities. The member airlines are: Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Austrian Airlines, avianca, Brussels Airlines, Copa Airlines, Croatia Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, EVA Air, ITA Airways, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, SWISS, TAP Air Portugal, THAI, Turkish Airlines, United. Star Alliance unites 26 of the world’s leading airlines, providing travelers with seamless access to over 1,150 airports across 190 countries - covering 90% of the world. Further connecting flights are offered by Star Alliance Connecting Partner Juneyao Airlines. Star Alliance Press Office: Tel: +65 8729 6691 Email: mediarelations@staralliance.com Visit our website or connect with us on social media:

Spotify Launches Flagship Haryanvi 101 Playlist, Reports Over 100% Growth In Haryanvi Music Listening

* Once a regional favourite, Haryanvi music is now finding fans well beyond Haryana and Delhi NCR. The new playlist puts its defining artists and sounds in one place.

Spotify has launched Haryanvi 101, its flagship playlist for one of the fastest-growing regional language music categories on the platform. Haryanvi music listening on Spotify has more than doubled year-on-year as of December 2025, with its audience expanding well beyond Haryana and Delhi NCR. Jaipur, Agra, Meerut, Bhopal, Lucknow, and Bengaluru are now among the top cities for Haryanvi listening on the platform.

Haryanvi pop, hip-hop, folk, and more are all seeing momentum on the platform, and that range is showing up in listening patterns too: Hot Hits Haryanvi has grown by over 29% in the past year, Trending Now Haryanvi by over 58%, and Rap 91 Haryanvi by over 18%. Spotify has been building around this momentum since launching its dedicated Haryanvi Hub in January 2026, and Haryanvi 101 is the latest step in giving listeners more ways into the language's music.

The artists tell that story as well. Banjaare, the Haryanvi duo known for their contemporary take on folk and pop, currently have two songs in the top 10 of Spotify's Weekly Top Songs India chart: Bairan and Barsaat. Dhanda Nyoliwala has taken the language into hip-hop territory, building a loyal audience with tracks like Russian Bandana, with over 240 million streams on Spotify, and Tension. He currently has six tracks on Spotify India's Top 200, and his 2026 album Kohram is in the top 15 of the Weekly Top Albums India chart.

Unni Nambudripad, Head of Editorial, Spotify India, said: “The audience for Haryanvi music was always there, but the emergence of fresh, modern sounds coupled with rooted storytelling is driving the growth of the language to a whole new level. Today, nearly 100 Haryanvi artists feature in Spotify’s Top 5,000 artists in India, proving how rapidly this talent pool is expanding. Our flagship playlist IP, Haryanvi 101, will help accelerate this growth and seamlessly connect these artists with fans not just across India, but across the world.”

Dhanda Nyoliwala said, “Streaming has changed the way regional music can travel. As a Haryanvi artist, I’ve seen my music reach listeners in places I never expected, and having six songs in Spotify India’s Top 200 at the same time is special for me. It shows that when the music connects, the language doesn’t have to be a boundary. The launch of Haryanvi 101 is exciting because it gives Haryanvi music another dedicated space to reach listeners across the country and discover the artists and sounds coming out of Haryana. The vision I had for Haryanvi is becoming a reality. I pray the next generation takes it even higher.”

Banjaare said, “When we started making music, we never imagined that songs in Haryanvi would travel this far. The journey from ‘Bairan’ to ‘Barsaat’ and seeing ‘Barsaat’ connect with listeners across the country has been very special for us. It shows us that you can stay rooted in your language and still reach people who may not speak it. The launch of Haryanvi 101 is exciting because it brings together more of the music being made in Haryanvi today, and we hope it helps even more people discover the sound and feel proud of where it comes from.”

Haryanvi music is no longer a regional story. With more artists finding their voice in the language and more listeners finding them across the country, it's a sound that's just getting started.

Karnataka Must Take Growth Beyond Bengaluru, Strengthen Industry-Academia Links: Dr. M. V. Rajeev Gowda

Karnataka’s next phase of growth must move beyond Bengaluru by strengthening industry-academia linkages and spreading the State capital’s research, innovation and technology capabilities across the State, former Rajya Sabha member Dr M. V. Rajeev Gowda said on Saturday.

Addressing the 4th Edition of the Leadership Summit 2026 organized by Bangalore Chamber of Industry & Commerce's (BCIC), Dr Gowda said “Beyond Bengaluru” should not be limited to attracting companies to other cities but must create stronger connections between industry, educational institutions and research centres.

He said Bengaluru had enormous research capabilities but inadequate industry-academia linkages were preventing the conversion of talent and research into patents, products and commercial innovation.

“Bengaluru is filled with research centres and especially multinational research centres. They are tapping our brains. We are letting our brains stay idle as far as this dimension is concerned,” he said.

Dr Gowda said he had launched the Bengaluru Research and Innovation Network to map research capabilities and connect industry with academia.

He also warned that artificial intelligence could disrupt entry-level employment and called for stronger internships, mentoring and industry-led preparation of young people for the AI and post-AI era.

As BCIC entered its Golden Jubilee year, President CA K Ravi said the Chamber would use the year-long celebrations to strengthen its global stature and engagement with Karnataka’s economic landscape.

He said BCIC would focus on sustainable industrial growth, ease of doing business and technological transformation while strengthening its role as a catalyst for trade and investment.

Meanwhile, former DRDO distinguished scientist, Padma Shri Dr Prahlada Ramarao said, India was poised to become one of the world’s most sought-after destinations for design, manufacturing and delivery, citing the transformation of Indian industry over the past four decades.

“Today, most of the industries, particularly medium and small-scale industries, can do engineering, design, analysis, manufacturing, assembly, testing and delivery,” he said.

Dr Ramarao said global companies from Europe, Israel and Southeast Asia were increasingly looking to India for designing, manufacturing and testing products because of the country’s cost, quality and delivery advantages.

“You tell me what you need, I will make it. This is the level to which Indian industry has matured,” he said.

He called for stronger testing infrastructure, strategic-material capabilities and new business models that would enable MSMEs to work together through product-oriented consortia.

The Golden Jubilee logo was unveiled by Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Custodian of the Royal House of Mysuru and Member of Parliament from Mysuru-Kodagu, marking the beginning of BCIC’s year-long celebrations.

The summit brought together business and industry leaders to deliberate on leadership, technology, sustainability, resilience and the changing global economic environment. Also the BCIC Leadership Forum Brochure for 2026-27 was released on the occasion.

The other eminent speakers who addressed the gathering were:
Dr. Tejaswini Ananth Kumar, Managing Trustee, Adamya Chetana,
Mr. F. R. Singhvi, Joint Managing Director, Sansera Engineering Limited, Mr. Parag Dani, CEO-GAP, Reliance Retail, Padma Shri Mr. Shekar Naik, Former Captain, Indian Blind Cricket Team and Mr. Abhinay Choudhari, Co-Founder, LaundryMate (Co-Founder, BigBasket). 

No Deadlock At The Board Meeting On September 17, 2026; A Casting Vote Cannot Revive A Stillborn Resolution

* A question was put to the Board, and the Articles of Association (AoA) answered it. Tata Sons cannot now disown the very rights they defended under their AoA before the Supreme Court.

The Articles of Association (AoA) of Tata Sons do not leave any decision of the Board to a mere head count of Directors. They provide that no decision can be taken unless it has the affirmative support of at least a majority of the Directors nominated by the Tata Trusts, who hold approximately 66% of the Company. This is a separate condition under the AoA.

There are two Tata Trusts nominees on the Board of Tata Sons. Majority amongst two is two and not one. On September 17, 2026, one such Director voted against the resolution. Thus, the affirmative support of Tata Trusts Nominee Directors as mandated by the AoA was not given. The condition failed, and so did the resolution. The Chairman’s casting vote is available only where there is equality of votes at the overall board level. It does not apply amongst Tata Trusts’ Nominee Directors. Whether the result of the vote was 4:1, or any other figure, is irrelevant. A condition is either met, or it is not. In this case the condition was not met.

It is now being suggested that a refusal of support amounts to a deadlock which would paralyse the Company and that the Chairman of the meeting was therefore entitled to resolve the position by a casting vote. There was no paralysis and there was no deadlock. The Board put a question, and the AoA answered it in the negative. The exercise of a protective right conferred by a company's own constitution is not a deadlock; it is that constitution working as it was written to work.

The resolution to reappoint Mr N. Chandrasekaran as the Chairman of Tata Sons, considered at the Board meeting on September 17, 2026, was not validly passed and has no legal effect. In the eyes of the law, it is void ab initio.

Articles of Association are not a convenience to be relied upon when they help and ignored when they don’t: Tata Sons is not at liberty to take this position, because it has already taken the opposite one and won in the Supreme Court. In the proceedings arising out of the removal of Mr Cyrus Mistry, the affirmative voting rights of the Trusts' Nominee Directors under Articles 104B and 121 were squarely in issue. The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal held them to be oppressive, and the complainants asked that they be deleted or confined. Tata Sons resisted that attempt. It defended these rights as a legitimate protection agreed between the shareholders, and it argued that far from being oppressive they were in.