GE Aerospace Partners With Society of Women Engineers (SWE) In India For The WE Local Conference Held In Bengaluru

GE Aerospace partnered with Society of Women Engineers (SWE) in India for the WE Local conference held in Bengaluru from April 10-11 as a part of their focus on empowering women in STEM and developing engineering talent in India . The two-day event brought together over 1,000 early to mid-career women engineers, serving as a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and career growth.

 GE Aerospace hosted two exclusive panel discussions—‘Towards More Sustainable Aviation: The Road to RISE’ with Milind Dhabade, Dr. Suma MN, and Megha Navalgund, and ‘AI in Aerospace: Shaping the Future of Flight’ with Arioli Arumugam, Sundar Krishnaswami, and Samhitha Poonacha. They also engaged with career fair attendees at its booth on day 2, re-affirming their commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, and advancing the future of flight.

Samsung Unveils Odyssey Gaming Monitors, First-Ever Glasses-Free 3D & 4K 240Hz OLED In India

* Samsung brings global-first innovations to India through the 2025 Odyssey line-up, featuring the revolutionary glasses-free Odyssey 3D, the industry-first 4K 240Hz Odyssey OLED G8, and the ultra-immersive curved Odyssey G9

* The Odyssey 3D offers a glasses-free 3D gaming experience with advanced eye-tracking technology and AI-powered video conversion, while the Odyssey OLED G8 boasts a 4K OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate and VESA DisplayHDR™ TrueBlack 400 certification

* The Odyssey G9 delivers an unmatched ultra-wide experience with a 49” Dual QHD display, VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification, and multitasking features like Picture-by-Picture and Picture-in-Picture modes

Samsung, India's largest consumer electronics brand, today announced the availability of the 2025 line-up of Odyssey gaming monitors, which includes the revolutionary glasses-free Odyssey 3D, the industry-first 4K 240Hz Odyssey OLED G8, and the ultra-immersive curved Odyssey G9.

Designed to push immersion and performance, these monitors cater to gamers, content creators, and professionals demanding superior visual fidelity. The new 27” Odyssey 3D (G90XF model) is a game-changer for the Indian market with its ground-breaking Glasses-free 3D gaming experience.

Available in sizes of 27” and 32”, the Odyssey OLED G8 (G81SF model) sets a new industry benchmark as the world’s first 4K OLED monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate. The Odyssey G9 (G91F model) delivers an unmatched ultra-wide experience with a 49” Dual QHD display and a 1000R curved screen, wrapping high-quality visuals especially playing 32:9 or 21:9 games.

“At Samsung, we have remained committed to democratizing cutting-edge display technology, making world-class innovation accessible to Indian consumers. With the introduction of the innovative Odyssey 3D, Odyssey OLED G8, and Odyssey G9 monitors, we are not just bringing global firsts to India but also elevating the way gamers experience immersion, speed and visual excellence,” said Puneet Sethi, Vice President, Enterprise Business, Samsung India.

Odyssey 3D: India’s First Glasses-Free 3D Gaming Monitor

Featuring advanced eye-tracking technology and view mapping algorithms, it delivers high-definition, stunning 3D visuals that make games and video content more lifelike. The Reality Hub app detects the video content and offers a choice to run it in 3D.

Samsung is actively collaborating with major global game developers, including Nexon for The First Berserker: Khazan to optimize this next-gen 3D technology

Beyond gaming, the Odyssey 3D features AI-powered video conversion, transforming standard content into 3D infusing new energy to almost all content. With 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, AMD FreeSync™ Support, Odyssey 3D ensures smooth, lag-free gameplay. Spatial Audio (built-in speakers) and the Edge Lighting feature further enhance gaming experience, bringing games out of the screen and into your world.

Odyssey OLED G8: Industry-First 4K 240Hz OLED Gaming Monitor

Powered by Quantum Dot technology, the Odyssey OLED G8 delivers enhanced colours, deep contrast, and superior viewing angles. VESA DisplayHDR™ TrueBlack 400 certification ensures near-infinite contrast, making vibrant colours pop even at typical brightness levels of 250 nits. Samsung’s proprietary OLED Safeguard+ and Dynamic Cooling System extend screen longevity that effectively cools down the screen temperature to prevent burn-in by applying the Pulsating Heat Pipe to monitor for the first time ever.

The glare-free technology, certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), makes the screen 56% less glossy for distraction-free gaming. With 240Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time, the Odyssey OLED G8 ensures a smoother viewing experience eliminating lag time and motion blur for exhilarating game-play with ultra-smooth action.

The Odyssey OLED G8 is designed to upgrade any gaming station with its slim metal body, Core Lighting+ and ergonomic stand.

Odyssey G9: Expanding the Ultrawide Gaming Revolution

Certified with VESA DisplayHDR 600 and HDR10+ GAMING, the Odyssey G9 enhances brightness, contrast, and colour range for vivid, dynamic visuals.

With 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and AMD FreeSync Premium, the Odyssey G9 ensures seamless gameplay free from tearing and stuttering.

Not just that, multitasking is made effortless with Picture-by-Picture and Picture-in-Picture modes, allowing users to view content from multiple sources simultaneously. The Auto Source Switch+ feature further streamlines the experience by instantly detecting and displaying connected devices.

Price and Offers

Model                                  Listing Price (INR)

Odyssey 3D G90XF                    127299

Odyssey G8 27" G81SF                91299

Odyssey G8 32" G81SF               118999

Odyssey G9 49" G91F                  94099

Customers can avail launch benefits of upto INR 10,000/-. The products are available on Samsung.com, leading online platforms and retailers across India.

Samsung Newsroom India Link: Samsung Unveils Odyssey Gaming Monitors, First-Ever Glasses-Free 3D & 4K 240Hz OLED in India – Samsung Newsroom India

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For latest news on Samsung India, please visit Samsung India Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com/in. For Hindi, log on to Samsung Newsroom Bharat at https://news.samsung.com/bharat. You can also follow us on Twitter @SamsungNewsIN.  

Ensono Appoints Murali Inuguru As Vice President - Digital & Consulting Services, Global AMS & Transformation Practice Leader

* New Leadership Appointment Supports Ensono’s Commitment To Driving Digital Transformation And IT Modernization For Global Enterprises

Ensono, expert technology advisor, innovation partner and managed service provider, announces the appointment of Mr. Murali Inuguru as Vice President - Digital & Consulting Services, Global AMS & Transformation Practice Leader.

Having nearly two decades of experience in the IT industry, he brings his expertise from holding key roles in organizations such as Cognizant, Wipro and DXC Technology. Murali has experience that extends across cloud migration, legacy modernization and enterprise transformation (applications and infrastructure), with successful evidence of having delivered business effect results.

In this strategic role, Murali will establish and grow the global Mainframe Application Managed Services (AMS) & Transformation Practice to bring solutions to client challenges such as de-risking support of core legacy mainframe technologies, developing and supporting ongoing application knowledge for legacy environments, evolving monolithic architectures and improved speed to market with the transformative AMS offering.  In addition, Murali will lead the expansion of digital, modernization and consulting capabilities in our India global delivery center, enabling continued scale of Ensono’s digital transformation capabilities.  He will leverage his extensive experience in IT modernization and support services to drive business value for clients globally.

“Murali’s expertise and leadership in IT transformation align perfectly with Ensono’s vision to drive innovation and help clients seamlessly navigate their modernization journey,” said Veena Khandke, Managing Director – India Global Operations, Ensono. “His skills in assembling high-performing teams, driving revenue growth, and executing large-scale transformations will be invaluable as we grow our global AMS practice. With Murali joining us, we are reaffirming our focus on diversifying and expanding our AMS capabilities globally.”

By bringing Murali on board, Ensono reinforces its focus on delivering modern IT solutions that drive business success.

"I am thrilled to be a part of Ensono during this period of transformation and look forward to leading innovation in digital and consulting services," said Murali Inuguru, Vice President - Digital and Consulting Services, Global AMS & Transformation Practice, Ensono. "My priority will be to utilize Ensono's capabilities to drive IT modernization for our clients, improve service capabilities, and create a culture of ongoing innovation that supports Ensono's vision for growth and excellence."

“As Ensono continues to ensure we are positioned to Be What’s Next for our clients, supporting them now and along their transformation journeys, Murali’s experience will be invaluable to our growing and evolving portfolio, capabilities, and global reach.  We are excited to leverage his expertise as we continue to scale to meet our clients’ application modernization and optimization needs,” said Christine Kiefer, Senior Vice President, Digital and Consulting, Ensono.

About Ensono

Ensono is an expert technology advisor, innovation partner and managed service provider. As a relentless ally, we specialize in helping enterprise clients transform their organization, innovate new and disruptive technologies, and optimize their IT operations to achieve better business outcomes. Our dedicated team works across hybrid environments with services that span consulting, mainframe and application modernization, public cloud migration and cloud-native development. With certified experts in AWS, Azure and Google Cloud and recognized as Microsoft Datacenter Transformation Partner of the Year, Ensono has over 3,700 associates globally and is headquartered in greater Chicago.

For more information on Ensono’s services visit: https://www.ensono.com/ 

ArthAlpha Strengthens Leadership With The Appointment Of Kalpen Parekh As Board Observer & Kunal Bajaj As Board Advisor

ArthAlpha, a leading quantitative investment firm, has appointed Kalpen Parekh, MD & CEO of DSP Mutual Fund, as a Board Observer, and Kunal Bajaj, an industry veteran in investment management and financial markets, as a Board Advisor. These appointments reflect ArthAlpha’s commitment to leveraging top-tier industry expertise to drive innovation and strategic growth in quantitative finance.

Kalpen Parekh brings over two decades of experience in financial markets, having held leadership roles at ICICI, Birla Sun Life, IDFC, and DSP. As MD & CEO of DSP Mutual Fund, he has played a pivotal role in shaping long-term investment strategies and driving wealth creation. His deep understanding of market dynamics will enhance ArthAlpha’s ability to develop cutting-edge, data-driven investment solutions.

Kunal Bajaj, with over 20 years of experience across global financial institutions such as Jefferies, Credit Suisse, CLSA, Goldman Sachs (Japan) has an extensive background in capital markets, M&A, and strategic growth. As founder & CEO of Clearfunds—later acquired by MobiKwik—he built a disruptive wealth-tech platform that evolved into a diversified financial services powerhouse. His insights will be instrumental in refining ArthAlpha’s strategic direction and expansion efforts.

“We are delighted to welcome Kalpen Parekh and Kunal Bajaj to ArthAlpha. Their expertise in investment management and financial markets aligns with our vision of blending human ingenuity with technology-driven investing,” said Mr.Rohit Beri, CEO and CIO of ArthAlpha. “Their strategic insights will be invaluable as we push the boundaries of quantitative finance.”

Commenting on his appointment, Kalpen Parekh, MD and CEO of DSP Mutual Funds said, “ArthAlpha’s approach to integrating human intelligence with advanced quantitative methods is truly groundbreaking. I look forward to supporting their mission to build a transparent, data-driven investment framework.”

Kunal Bajaj added, “ArthAlpha is at the forefront of quantitative finance innovation. Their ability to merge AI-driven research with human expertise is impressive, and I am excited to contribute to their strategic growth and product innovation.”

With these strategic appointments, ArthAlpha is poised to accelerate its growth trajectory, strengthen its investment strategies, and set new benchmarks in AI-driven investing.

About ArthAlpha:

Founded in 2022 by Rohit Jha and Rohit Beri, ArthAlpha is a pioneering quantitative investment firm headquartered in Bengaluru. Its AI-powered Quant Research Platform streamlines the entire investment process, from data curation and strategy development to backtesting and portfolio management. With $2 million in seed funding led by DSP Asset Managers, ArthAlpha is on a mission to revolutionise quantitative finance by merging human expertise with advanced technology. 

TCS: Q4FY25: Muted; Macro Uncertainty To Weigh On Predictability

Information Technology   

Result Update       

April 11, 2025

ADD

CMP (Rs): 3,247 | TP (Rs): 3,500

TCS’s Q4FY25 operating performance was weaker than our estimate. Revenue declined 1.1% QoQ (-0.8% cc), slightly below our estimate due to some project deferrals amid elevated uncertainty in the later part of Q4. The management indicated that it expected over 1% growth in international markets in Q4, though it reported ~0.6% growth due to aforementioned factors. EBITM declined by 30bps to 24.2%, lower than estimate. In the absence of mega deals, deal TCV was impressive at USD12.2bn in Q4 (book-to-bill: ~1.6x). Considering the elevated macro and geopolitical uncertainty, the management changed its commentary on demand recovery, particularly on discretionary spending. TCS has seen instances of delays in decision-making and discretionary spend come under heightened scrutiny and pressure recently. We trim our estimates by 1.8-3%, factoring in the Q4 miss and tariff uncertainty. TCS is well positioned to benefit from its investments in AI and digital capabilities, along with scale and customer contextual knowledge over the medium term; however, macro uncertainties are likely to weigh on near-term growth predictability. We retain ADD while cutting our TP by ~10% to Rs3,500 at 23x Mar-27E EPS (25x earlier).

Results Summary

Revenue dipped 1.0% QoQ (-0.8% QoQ cc) to USD7.47bn. EBITM fell by 30bps QoQ to 24.2%, short of our estimate of 25.0%. Margin decline was due to tactical interventions (-100bps) driven by promotions wef Jan, strategic marketing, CSR and travel (-60bps), offset by currency gains (+40bps) and operating efficiencies. Among geographies, North America, UK, Continental Europe, and APAC saw growth of 0.1%, 0.2%, 1.9%, and 2.8% QoQ, respectively (in USD terms), while India saw a decline of 15.1% QoQ. Revenue decline in India is largely owing to ramp down in the BSNL deal, (initial contract expected to end in Q1). Headcount grew 0.1% QoQ to 607,979. Attrition inched up, to 13.3% from 13% in Q3FY25. The company has announced a final dividend of Rs30/sh. What we liked: Strong deal intake, BFSI resilience. What we did not like: EBITM miss.

Earnings Call KTAs

1) Softness in Q4 was partially due to some project deferrals and delayed decision making due to tariff uncertainty. 2) TCS announces appointment of Aarthi Subramanian as President and COO, and Mangesh Sathe as CSO with effect from 1-May-25. 3) BFS spending remains steady on the back of tech modernization, cost optimization, vendor consolidation, and regulatory initiatives, while softness persists in Insurance. 4) In LS&H, client-specific challenges called out earlier are largely behind. However, in healthcare, deals are taking longer to close, customers are moving cautiously and prioritizing critical business initiatives. 5) Consumer remains under pressure due to decline in sentiment, while Communications is facing industry-wide challenges. 6) Manufacturing remains affected due to uncertainty in the auto industry. 7) ERU has good opportunities and continues to perform well. 8) FY26 margins are expected to be better than in FY25 on the back of business mix, pyramid rationalization, improved productivity, and better utilization. 9) Wage hike for FY26 will be decided later, based on market environment.

India SME Forum Ties Up With Amazon India To Launch Seller Education Campaign To Further Government’s Vision

In association with the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, India SME Forum (ISF) has initiated a campaign in collaboration with Amazon to create awareness about the BIS related compliance for their members. Recent news reports have highlighted the need for seller education and awareness about BIS standards among sellers. Taking full responsibility, and in an effort to educate India's seller ecosystem about necessary standards and compliances, the Forum for Internet Retailers, Sellers & Traders (FIRST), the B2C division of India SME Forum, is initiating a campaign with Amazon India for capacity building of MSMEs. This includes a series of workshops, sectoral webinars, educational films, short videos, along with practical content and hands-on support through a helpline.

Vinod Kumar, President, India SME Forum stated, “Our aim is to enable small businesses to thrive with the right knowledge, tools, and transparency. We welcome the partnership by Amazon India to educate our members on the necessary formalities. These sessions are an opportunity to foster greater understanding between sellers, industry leaders and regulators.”

“We are committed to enable sellers on Amazon.in to provide compliant and safe products to the end-customers. We are happy to work with ISF to organize these sessions over the next few months for their members,” said Amit Nanda, Director, Selling Partner Services, Amazon India.

The sectoral webinar series will be held under Enterprise Matters, a platform focused on debates, discussions & deliberations on challenges and burning issues of MSMEs between the entrepreneurs and policy makers. Led by India SME Forum President Vinod Kumar, the session will bring together industry experts, sellers, and manufacturers to discuss the importance of BIS compliance and safety standards.

The discussion will cover best practices for staying compliant, key regulatory updates, and their role of sellers from a customer trust and safety perspective. The session will also explore ways to strengthen collaboration between sellers and regulators in India’s evolving digital commerce ecosystem. The webinar will be streamed live on the India SME Forum’s Facebook and YouTube channels, making it widely accessible to sellers, policy observers, and media audiences across the country.

About INDIA SME FORUM

India SME Forum (ISF) is the India’s largest not for profit, non-political, non-governmental & nontrade organization for Small and Medium Entrepreneurs, with over 98,200 MSMEs as paid members including 9400+ Women Entrepreneurs and over 12,36,000 MSMEs as subscribers, and with 19 State Chapters across the country. Our professional association & affiliation includes Ministry of MSME, Govt of India, FIDD RBI, UNIDO, UNCTAD, ITC Geneva, WUSME, INSME & WTO’s informal group for SMEs.

Kaya Expands Presence In Bengaluru With The Grand Launch Of Its Sarjapur Clinic – Elevating Innovation And Personalized Expertise

·         Inaugurated by Bengaluru’s Beloved Voice – Rapid Rashmi: A Celebration of Beauty & Cutting-Edge Dermatological Care!

Kaya, India’s leading brand in dermatological care, is thrilled to announce the opening of its 11th clinic in Bengaluru and the 78th clinic across India. Located in the vibrant Sarjapur area, the new clinic is equipped with five fully serviced rooms for a wide range of skin, hair, and body treatments, along with dedicated consultation and dermatologist rooms.

Kaya offers the most comprehensive bouquet of services designed to help consumers combat lifestyle, age, and geography-induced concerns. As India’s population progresses not only economically but socially, these services are conceived to address a wide range of issues, including anti-aging, acne solutions, pigmentation, hair care, and body contouring. For body contouring, Kaya provides non-invasive treatments like CoolSculpting. The clinic also offers innovative and effective hair care solutions, including PRP Therapy and AnteAGE, which promote enhanced hair growth and thickness, delivering visible results. Skin rejuvenation has become one of the most sought-after lifestyle-related services, with Kaya offering advanced treatments such as facials, chemical peels, Q-Switch laser treatments, and DermaFrac, all aimed at revitalizing the skin.

In addition to these services, Kaya is the first chain of clinics in India to introduce Autologous Exosomes (MCT) - an advanced treatment that uses the body’s own cells to promote hair regeneration. This breakthrough treatment is a game-changer for clients seeking non-invasive, scientifically backed solutions to rejuvenation and repair. Every treatment at Kaya is meticulously personalized by expert dermatologists, ensuring safe, effective, and tailored results.

Dr. Veena Praveen, Dermatologist and Head Medical Advisor (South) at Kaya Limited, stated, “In a city like Bengaluru, where people juggle busy schedules and face environmental challenges, maintaining healthy skin, hair, and body becomes a real struggle. Here, we are committed to understanding each person’s unique needs and crafting solutions that make a real difference. With world-class care, the latest technologies, and a team dedicated to listening and delivering, we ensure that every client experiences a true transformation.”

Rapid Rashmi, Guest of Honor, added, “Today, people are more informed about their skincare and haircare needs, and that’s where brands like Kaya come in. With over 20 years of experience, Kaya offers expert solutions that focus on delivering real, visible results. It’s not about following a new routine; it’s about achieving lasting improvements backed by years of trusted expertise.”

About Kaya Limited:

Kaya Ltd. is a leading chain of dermatology clinics providing personalized skin, hair, and body care solutions through over 75+ Kaya Clinics across India. 20+ years of enabling beautiful skin fueled by an intense curiosity to constantly evolve and mirror our audience’s mindsets. Kaya delivers flawless skin, hair, and body solutions that include services in the areas of Acne/Acne-scar Reduction, Brightening, Pigmentation, Anti-Aging, Laser Hair Reduction, etc., along with regular beauty enhancement services. Kaya has developed a range of more than 70+ products and 700+ services with the help of our expert dermatologists, ranging from daily essentials to specialized ones that work across skin and hair care problems. Kaya offers personalized solutions by 100+ expert dermatologists delivered through a synergistic combination of products and services backed by state-of-the-art technologies.