BPCL’s R&D Center Revolutionizes The Fuel Industry With Breakthrough Innovations And Patents

·         BPCL Introduces Ethanol-Diesel Blend for Cleaner Emissions

·         The R&D division has filed 164 patents for cutting-edge innovations

·         Adopts Innovative Approach to Valorizing Bio-refinery Waste

·         BPCL Unveils Groundbreaking Technologies for rapid crude oil sourcing and Real-Time Refinery Monitoring and Optimization

·         BPCL R&D Develops High-Efficiency LPG Burner for Energy Conservation

BPCL R&D Centers have been at the forefront of technological advancements. Since its establishment in 2001, the Corporate R&D Centre has provided a platform for breakthrough research and development. Together with the Lubes R&D Centre, a leading hub in lubricant research, BPCL R&D continues to contribute to a greener and cleaner fuels. Its research areas have evolved over the years, focusing on carbon capture and utilization, green hydrogen, biofuels, advanced clean fuel, petrochemicals, and business sustainability. These strategic focus areas align with the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and energy transition.

In view of this, Bharat Petroleum's Research & Development (R&D) division proudly presents its state-of-the-art facilities and strategic focus areas at the Corporate R&D Centre in Greater Noida. With a commitment to innovative and sustainable solutions, BPCL R&D has gained international recognition as a leading research center.

Over the years, the division has achieved remarkable milestones, including 164 Patents filed for cutting-edge innovations, 87 Patents granted across multiple countries, 17 Technologies/products commercialized and over 230+ Scientific papers and Book chapters. Notable innovations include the development of "Green Silica" from rice straw-based 2G Bio-refinery ash, compostable biomaterials, and Superabsorbent Polymer (SAP) products.

Aligned with Bharat Petroleum's sustainability agenda and Net Zero Mission, BPCL R&D has undertaken initiatives like the Diesel-Ethanol blend to reduce emissions. The division's digital advancements and collaborations with renowned institutions have fostered the knowledge economy and innovation culture.

Shri G. Krishnakumar, Chairman & Managing Director, BPCL,  said, “With ‘Energising Lives’ as our core purpose, our mission is leveraging talent, innovation & technology and always being the first choice of customers. Our dynamic R&D team, brimming with creativity, has successfully developed a multitude of cutting-edge technologies, innovative products and processes that have not only increased our profitability but also significantly reduced our environmental footprint. Their continuous pursuit for excellence has led us to attain numerous accolades such as an extensive patent portfolio”.

Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon'ble Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, said, "Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi, BPCL is remarkably pushing the boundaries of technology and sustainability through its cutting-edge R&D initiatives. I congratulate the team BPCL for continuous pursuit for excellence, contributing significantly to India's energy landscape and reinforce our position as a global leader in innovation."

Focused on carbon capture, green hydrogen, biofuels, clean fuels, petrochemicals, and business sustainability, BPCL R&D drives excellence and innovation in these areas. Its cutting-edge facilities, Motivated team of Scientists, Engineers and Administrative Staff, and strategic partnerships are at the forefront of technological advancements.

BPCL-R&D has also achieved a significant milestone in the digital space. It has developed two novel technologies, namely the K Model for crude compatibility and BPMARRK® for quick and accurate real-time crude assay. BPCL is the only company at the global level to achieve this milestone in the oil and gas sector. Recently, a collaboration agreement was inked with the world leader in Refinery Software business, M/s Aspen Technology Inc. USA, to provide a unique solution to the refinery world for real-time monitoring and optimization of refinery units, along with BPCL BPMARRK® software.

To address India's import dependency for gas, which currently caters to 50% of the country's 44MMTPA gas demand, BPCL-R&D is working on the development of an energy-efficient PNG burner. Notably, BPCL-R&D has successfully developed a PNG burner with an efficiency of 70%, surpassing the reported 55% efficiency so far. The plan is to conduct a pilot and roll out the energy-efficient PNG stove during FY 2023-24, contributing to a reduction in import dependency.

We are investing heavily in these upcoming areas both in terms of manpower and infrastructure. I believe innovations in these areas can not only give BPCL competitive advantage and also create sustainable business environment; while contributing for the nations net zero ambition and thus making the world better place to live for the future generation.

About Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL):

Fortune Global 500 Company, Bharat Petroleum is the second largest Indian Oil Marketing Company and one of the premier integrated energy companies in India, engaged in refining of crude oil and marketing of petroleum products, with a significant presence in the upstream and downstream sectors of the oil and gas industry. The company attained the coveted Maharatna status, joining the elite club of companies having greater operational & financial autonomy.

Bharat Petroleum’s Refineries at Mumbai, Kochi and Bina Refinery have a combined refining capacity of around 35.3 MMTPA. Its marketing infrastructure includes a network of installations, depots, energy stations, aviation service stations and LPG distributors. Its distribution network comprises over 21,000 Energy Stations, over 6,200 LPG distributorships, 525 Lubes distributorships, 123 POL storage locations, 53 LPG Bottling Plants, 70 Aviation Service Stations, 4 Lube blending plants and 4 cross-country pipelines.

Bharat Petroleum is integrating its strategy, investments, environmental and social ambitions to move towards a sustainable planet. The company has chalked out the plan to offer electric vehicle charging stations at around 7000 energy stations over next 5 years.

With a focus on sustainable solutions, the company is developing a vibrant ecosystem and a road-map to become a Net Zero Energy Company by 2040, in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.  Bharat Petroleum has been partnering communities by supporting innumerable initiatives connected primarily in the areas of education, water conservation, skill development, health, community development, capacity building and employee volunteering. With ‘Energising Lives’ as its core purpose, Bharat Petroleum’s vision is to be the most admired global energy company leveraging talent, innovation & technology.

Food-Tech Startup Pluckk Appoints Mamaearth’s Market Place Head- Kunwarjeet Grover As Head Of Growth

Pluckk, a leading food-tech-direct to consumer company, focussed on farm to fork fresh produce, today announced the appointment of Mr. Kunwarjeet Grover as Head of Growth. Mr. Grover will be based in Bangalore and will report directly to Mr. Pratik Gupta, CEO and Co-Founder of Pluckk. In his new role, he will be responsible to drive revenue across online and offline channels, lead sales and growth teams.

Mr. Grover joins PLUCKK from the fast growing direct-to-consumer company Honasa Consumer Pvt Ltd (parent company of Mamaearth) where he was responsible for building and leading the P/L of marketplace business for brands like Mamearth, The Derma Co. & Bblunt. Prior to Honasa Consumer Pvt Ltd he was also associated with renowned companies such as Himalaya Herbal Healthcare, CavinKare, Phillips Lightning, and Havells India Ltd. With over 12 years of experience he specializes in P/L management, Business Development, Online Vendor Management, and Business Planning/Implementation. He holds an MBA degree from IBS Hyderabad.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr. Pratik Gupta, CEO and Co-Founder, Pluckk, said, “We welcome Kunwarjeet to the Pluckk family. Kunwarjeet’s deep understanding of D2C and FMCG is something that Pluckk will immensely benefit from. His experience will enable us to sharpen our product portfolio and distribution into online and offline channels including ecommerce, modern trade and general trade in the fresh category. His addition to the core team will help us double down on revenue and profitability across Pluckk’s online & offline presence”.

Speaking on the occasion, Kunwarjeet Grover said, "I am honoured and excited to join Pluckk as Head of Growth. The fresh produce industry is the fastest growing and largest penetrated category. Pluckk is an emerging leader and with the right value proposition we aim to create an industry first story in the fresh food tech category. I look forward to working closely with the talented teams at Pluckk and leveraging innovative strategies to drive remarkable outcomes and propel the company to new heights”.

About Pluckk

Pluckk is a B2C fresh produce food tech platform founded in July 2021. Co-founded by Pratik Gupta and seed-funded by Exponentia Ventures (EV) with current operations in Mumbai, Bengaluru & Delhi. It is the first of its kind digital lifestyle-oriented fresh food brand in Fruits and Vegetables (F&V) space. Pluckk provides a platform to facilitate the ‘farm-to-table’ concept. It offers a large variety of 300+ special selections of gourmet fruits, vegetables & meal kits directly to end consumers, doing away with mediators. The platform has already on boarded 1000 plus farmers across Mumbai, Bengaluru & Delhi & is now available on platform such as Amazon, Swiggy, Dunzo & Zepto.

Bajaj Allianz Life Launches India’s First Term Product Designed Exclusively For Type 2 Diabetics & Pre-Diabetics

-        Bajaj Allianz Life Diabetic Term Plan Sub 8 HbA1c (1) offers term insurance for Type 2 diabetic and pre-diabetic individuals

-        Product comes with 'Keep Fit' benefit offering flexibility of premium reduction on policy anniversary

India is referred as 'diabetes capital of the world' with the diabetic population in the country expected to hit an alarming mark of 69.9 million by 2025 and 80 million by 2030 (2). A significant number of India’s population who are diagnosed with diabetes are currently under-insured. With diabetes being termed as a chronic disease, those diagnosed with it find it challenging to get comprehensive life cover to financially secure their family’s needs.

To empower diabetic individuals and enable them to have peace of mind about securing the life goals of their loved ones, Bajaj Allianz Life, one of India’s leading private life insurers, has launched an exclusive term plan Bajaj Allianz Life Diabetic Term Plan Sub 8 HbA1c. This is the first of its kind protection plan in the Indian life insurance industry designed especially for Type 2 diabetic & pre-diabetic individuals.

Bajaj Allianz Life’s Diabetic Term Plan Sub 8 HbA1c offers life insurance coverage by factoring in the nuances of the health condition of those having diabetes. For pre-diabetic or Type 2 diabetic individuals whose HbA1c is up to 8% (3) the comprehensive plan will enable them to provide financial security for their loved ones.

Speaking at the launch of this exclusive product, Mr. Tarun Chugh, MD & CEO, Bajaj Allianz Life, said, “As Life Goals enablers we continue to innovate and challenge ourselves, so that more individuals can secure their life goals. With this first-of-its-kind term plan designed for diabetics, I’m happy that we will be able to help several Indians secure their family’s long-term financial plans by giving them the well-deserved peace of mind. We will also provide our diabetic customers an eco-system to manage and maintain their health. We understand that they do a lot to control their insulin levels, and as compatriots in their journey we will offer a 10% reduction in premium on their policy anniversary for meeting their health goals.”

Keep Fit benefit and more!

Another unique feature of Bajaj Allianz Life’s Diabetic Term Plan Sub 8 HbA1c is that it will incentivize individuals to keep a check on their HbA1c and keep improving it. This will ensure they can avail a unique 10% reduction on renewal premiums at policy anniversary.

Health Management Services will also be provided through webinars, medical consultations, etc. to support customers to manage their diabetes and general health.

Note:

(1)  It is a non-linked, non-participating, individual, pure risk premium life insurance plan

(2)  Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6213704/

(3) HbA1c: Glycated haemoglobin: A haemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) test is a blood test that shows what your average blood sugar (glucose) level was over the past two to three months. As per the Indian Council for Medical Research - Pre-diabetics have HbA1c level in the range of 5.7% to 6.4%; Diabetics have HbA1c level of 6.5% or above.

About Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance is one of India’s leading and fastest growing private life insurers. The company is a partnership between two powerful and successful entities in their own right – Bajaj Finserv Limited, one of India’s most diversified non-banking financial institution and Allianz SE, one of the world’s leading asset manager and insurer. The Company commenced its journey in 2001, and today delivers its promise of Life. Goals. DONE through innovative value-packed insurance products that are backed by a robust tech and digital eco-system. Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance continues its journey of transformation through its products and tech-enabled state-of-the-art services to enhance customer delight.

Bajaj Allianz Life now serves over 2.82 crore individual customers and many more through its Group plans. The Company has a large distribution network of 511 branches, over 1,25,912 agents (as on 31 March 2023), comprehensive set of trusted partners and its proprietary sales channels (online and offline). Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance manages Assets Under Management to the tune of over Rs. 90,584 crore (as on 31 March 2023) with the Claims Settlement Ratio at 99.04%~ (as on 31 March 2023), and a Solvency Ratio of 516% as on 31 March 2023.

Mahindra Rolls-Out Door-Step Service For Its Range Of Rice Transplanters & Combine Track Harvester In Karnataka

Mahindra & Mahindra Farm Equipment Sector (FES), a part of the Mahindra Group, has introduced a special door-to-door service campaign for its range of Rice Transplanters and the Combine Track Harvester in Karnataka. Available from May 29 to June 10, the door-step service campaign aims to ensure peak performance of customers farm machinery for the upcoming season.

Mahindra’s door-step service campaign will be conducted through service delivery vans providing high end-to-end service and spares support, based on analysing equipment health, while highlighting issues that require immediate action. Through the service campaign Mahindra will also assist customers with replacement and rectification of crucial parts like engines, transmissions etc., affordably at the customers door step.

Kairas Vakharia – Senior Vice President, Farm Machinery, M&M Ltd., “At Mahindra we aim to drive affordable and accessible services, beyond products, for easy implementation of farm mechanisation technologies in India, and Mahindra’s special door-to-door service campaign is one such initiative, to delight our customers in Karnataka, a key state for paddy. Through this service, we want to ensure customer convenience by reducing their transit time significantly, while also ensuring optimal operation of their equipment, right before the crucial harvesting & sowing period. Having already received an encouraging response for our service so far, we will soon launch this initiative in other markets as well.”

Through Mahindra’s door step service campaign, customers can also pre-book appointments via a dedicated helpline number by calling 8888044448. Mahindra will also provide customers with best-in-class service through Mahindra’s dealer and authorised workshops across Karnatata, through mechanics specially trained for this machinery, while also training operators in paddy nursery preparation and raising awareness around machine usability, safety & simple maintenance.

‘Made in India’ at Mahindra’s first exclusive farm machinery plant in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, both the Combine track harvester and Mahindra’s range of rice transplanters are based on technologies from Mitsubishi Mahindra Agricultural Machinery, Japan, Mahindra’s Centre for Excellence in the rice value chain. Both products offer world-class performance and operational ease, while also increasing potential grain yield, drudgery reduction, while saving on time and cost related to paddy farming.

About Mahindra FES

Driven by its purpose of ‘Transform Farming, Enrich Lives’ and as the world’s largest tractor manufacturer by volume, Mahindra’s Farm Equipment Sector has been consistently working towards meeting the changing needs of the agriculture sector. With a complete range of farm machinery products and solutions, under the Mahindra and Swaraj brand, (beyond tractors) with inputs and learnings from markets across the world, Mahindra has established three global technology Centers of Excellence, through acquisitions in the last decade. These centres allow Mahindra to bring back and adapt technologies relevant for the Indian market, by taking technologies used in large land holding farms around the world and making them affordable and accessible for the small land holding farmer for India and the world.

About Mahindra

Founded in 1945, the Mahindra Group is one of the largest and most admired multinational federation of companies with 260,000 employees in over 100 countries. It enjoys a leadership position in farm equipment, utility vehicles, information technology and financial services in India and is the world’s largest tractor company by volume. It has a strong presence in renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, hospitality and real estate.

The Mahindra Group has a clear focus on leading ESG globally, enabling rural prosperity and enhancing urban living, with a goal to drive positive change in the lives of communities and stakeholders to enable them to Rise.

Learn more about Mahindra on www.mahindra.com / Twitter and Facebook: @MahindraRise/ For updates subscribe to https://www.mahindra.com/news-room

NSDC Academy Partners With CamuEdTech To Bridge The Skills Gap Between Education And Industry

National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting skill development in India, has announced a strategic partnership with Camu, the flagship brand of Octoze Technologies, to launch NSDC Academy’s S

kills for Higher Education powered by Camu EdTech.

NSDC Academy, with its extensive network of over 800 skilling partners, aims to close the skills gap between the industry and the education sector by offering a comprehensive range of courses in collaboration with Camu. The partnership will provide Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) with a full stack of digital solutions, including a Student Information System, Learning Management System, and a Student Success Platform powered by CamuEngage.

The collaboration between NSDC and Camu will offer HEIs a wide range of capabilities, including end-to-end placement preparation, mentoring by industry experts, specialized skilling programs, efficient job placements, student entrepreneurship programs, test preparation for K-12 (IIT JEE, NEET), IAS, IPS, GATE, international admissions, research competencies, accreditations & NIRF solution, and more.

Ved Mani Tiwari, CEO, NSDC and MD, NSDC International highlighted the urgent need for a world-class skills development program to address the challenges of imparting specialized skills for India's growing economy.

He stated, "Our association with Camu aims to accomplish exactly this. Our vision is to ensure that we equip the youth by building their capabilities and providing them with the right prospects. With this, we have launched NSDC Academy’s Skills for Higher Education powered by Camu EdTech. This platform will serve as a hub that connects students and institutions, enabling them to achieve their placement aspirations. NSDC Academy envisions becoming a strong partner throughout? the student’s learning journey?, ensuring that they have the tools they need to succeed, fulfil their aspirations, and become job creators of tomorrow”.

This collaboration is well-positioned to enable HEIs to offer skills development in compliance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Institutions can adopt skilling courses into their curriculum based on the Choice Based Credit System methodology, progressively closing the skills gap and providing students with in-demand courses.

Camu, with its clientele of over 450 institutions across 9 countries, has established a significant presence in the education technology space. The partnership with NSDC Academy is expected to further fuel Camu's vision of enabling institutions to achieve student outcomes and success.

"CamuEngage will be the marketplace for HEIs to map the student's journey with leading-edge skilling courses and mentorship programs offered by industry experts. This is an exciting partnership and is expected to create a significant impact on students' success in Higher Ed," stated AR Swami, CEO of Camu.

The collaboration between NSDC and Camu aims to bridge the skills gap and create a positive impact on the Indian education system. By offering a wide range of skilling programs, mentoring, and placement opportunities, the partnership aims to equip students with the necessary skills for a rapidly evolving job market.

For more information, refer to the microsite: https://camudigitalcampus.com/nsdc-academy 

FloCareer Unveils Major Interview Platform Upgrade Pioneering Intelligent Hiring Technology

FloCareer, a leading provider of innovative HR Solutions, is thrilled to announce a major upgrade to its flagship application, bringing a wide range of new features and enhanced capabilities. This upgrade aims to revolutionize the user experience and reaffirm FloCareer's commitment to delivering high-quality applications to its esteemed customers.

The integration of Dyte: a live video SDK, marks a significant milestone for FloCareer. Dyte facilitates real-time video and audio communications, supporting a diverse range of use cases such as online meetings, live classes, telehealth, remote work, and more. With the ability to accommodate up to 10,000 users, Dyte offers flexibility for customization and tailored features.

Mohit Jain, Co-Founder of FloCareer, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "The upgraded application represents a pivotal moment in FloCareer's dedication to remaining at the forefront of technological advancements. By harnessing the power of state-of-the-art technologies, we have reimagined the application's performance, security, and usability, providing users with an even more efficient and enjoyable experience."

Key Features and Benefits of the Upgrade:

The integration with Dyte brings forth a seamless interview experience for both candidates and interviewers. The following key features are now available:

·         Enhanced video interview experience: The interview room now supports multi-party participants, facilitating a more interactive and collaborative environment.

·         Advanced coding experience: The platform's code compiler and editor now support 150 coding languages, catering to a diverse range of technical assessments.

·         Fraud detection: Screen recording and voice biometrics have been implemented to mitigate malpractices and ensure a fair assessment process.

·         Screensharing & recording: Candidates can now share windows, tabs, or their entire screens during interviews, enabling effective monitoring and preventing misconduct.

·         Whiteboarding: A whiteboard plugin allows candidates to visually design, draw, or create flowcharts, enhancing their ability to present ideas and solutions.

·         Multi-channel candidate communication: Candidates can stay informed and engaged throughout the interview process using multiple interactive channels, including WhatsApp, emails, IVRS, and Rich SMS.

The decision to upgrade the application stems from FloCareer's commitment to customer success and continuous improvement. By incorporating cutting-edge technology, the company aims to elevate user experiences, streamline workflows, and empower businesses to achieve their goals efficiently.

"We are delighted to introduce this significant upgrade to our flagship application," said Mehul Bhatt, Co-Founder of FloCareer. "This upgrade reflects our dedication to technological innovation and unwavering commitment to providing our customers with best-in-class software solutions. We believe these enhancements will redefine the way our users interact with our application, driving their success and satisfaction."

The upgraded application is now available to all existing and new customers. To learn more about the upgrade and explore its features, please visit www.flocareer.com or contact our customer support team.

About FloCareer: FloCareer assists organizations in finding their prospective 'happy' employees by matching skills with job requirements. Through remote hiring and video interviewing, employers can gauge candidates' reactions to questions and observe their body language. Additionally, FloCareer's modern Digital Interviewing platform allows employers to present images, presentations, or videos as problems for applicants to solve.

India’s Leading Premium Electric Bus Brand ‘NueGo’ Soars Southwards, Expands Its Services In 5 Cities

NueGo, India’s leading premium electric bus brand from GreenCell Mobility, commences its first-ever electric bus services on Chennai-Pondicherry, Chennai- Bangalore and Chennai-Tirupati routes adding to their successful operations in the South market after Hyderabad-Vijayawada and Bengaluru-Tirupati routes. NueGo, which was launched in 2022, promises to provide a seamless booking experience, superior travel experience, and a safer and greener ride. The brand is successfully operating its services across India, primarily on the Bhopal-Indore, Delhi-Chandigarh, Delhi-Agra, Delhi-Dehradun, Agra-Jaipur, and Delhi-Jaipur routes, in addition to the South Markets. 

NueGo is the flagship inter-city pan India electric mobility bus brand of GreenCell Mobility, where the company’s model is shared, multi-modal and electric. Passengers traveling on this route will receive a superior travel experience as each commuter is guided to their seat, presented with fresh, sanitized tissues, water bottles and can enjoy a noiseless ride with NueGo. NueGo buses are fitted with innovative technology and offers end to end convenience for travelers with buses being run on a daily basis. With 12 schedules between Chennai-Tirupati route to begin with, followed by 12 schedules on Chennai-Pondicherry, and over 30 schedules on Chennai-Bengaluru route. 

In Chennai, NueGo buses will start from Koyambedu, from PRTC Bus Stand in Pondicherry, from RTC Bus Stand in Tirupati, and from Majestic in Bangalore. NueGo services will be available at a special introductory price in Chennai-Tirupati and Chennai-Pondicherry, starting from INR 319/per seat. 

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Devendra Chawla, CEO, GreenCell Mobility said, "We are thrilled to announce the expansion of NueGo’s services in the south with the launch of our operations in Chennai-Pondicherry, Chennai-Tirupati and Chennai-Bangalore. This strategic shift marks our commitment to serving the dynamic growing South market. This will enable unified and superior travel experience as we aim to augment the convenience and accessibility for travellers along with reducing carbon footprint emission. Through NueGo's services, we will bring a paradigm shift to the travel experience with safety, comfort and punctuality while delivering zero tailpipe emissions” 

NueGo has well trained and courteous staff, offers airport-like premium lounges in selective cities. These lounge offers customer assistance and luggage management services.  NueGo is today’s modern, comfortable and safe way to travel as the brand offers host of safety features such as CCTV surveillance, driver breath analyser, driver monitoring system and speed limit checks. NueGo coaches go through 25 stringent safety checks including mechanical and electrical inspections. NueGo’s focus on safety also makes it a preferred travel partner for female passengers. Passengers traveling on NueGo coaches are provided with flight-like experience as each commuter is offered mobile charging points, more leg space and comfortable reclining seats. 

These electric coaches can run 250 kilometres in a single charge, with the air conditioners on, in traffic conditions. NueGo coaches are fitted with innovative technology and offer end to end convenience for inter-city travellers with focus on Safety, Punctuality, and superior travel experience.  

The tickets can be easily booked through NueGo's official website https://nuego.in/ and other digital platforms such as, NueGo app, Redbus, Paytm, and Abhibus. NueGo offers a hassle-free payment experience through Paytm Wallet, Paytm UPI, net-banking, and credit/debit cards. 

About GreenCell Mobility Pvt. Ltd: 

GreenCell Mobility has been promoted by Eversource Capital, India’s leading climate impact investor. Eversource Capital is an equal joint venture between Everstone Group (www.everstonegroup.com), one of Asia’s premier investment manager with assets in excess of US$7 billion across private equity, sustainability and climate impact, logistics, digital and venture capital; and Lightsource bp, a global leader in development and management of solar energy projects. 

Eversource manages India's largest climate impact fund with anchor investments from India's National Investment & Infrastructure Fund and UK Government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) 

GreenCell is building a platform to provide Electric Mobility-as-a-Service (eMaaS), initially using electric buses and delivering the core value proposition of cheaper non-polluting on-demand shared transportation, charging infrastructure, and enabling products for the e-mobility value chain. For more information, visit www.greencellmobility.com