Subir Mahapatra Joins Denave As President – Global Strategy, Sales And Marketing

* Strengthening Global GTM Leadership to Power Denave’s Next Phase of Revenue Transformation

Denave, a global technology-powered revenue acceleration company, today announced that Subir Mahapatra has joined as President – Global Strategy, Sales and Marketing. The move marks a significant step in Denave’s leadership evolution as it sharpens global go-to-market execution and strengthens its position as a revenue transformation partner for enterprises worldwide.

Subir brings over 25 years of leadership experience across IT, Mobility, eCommerce, Cloud, and Staffing services, with deep expertise in building and scaling global sales organizations, leading complex enterprise engagements, and driving outcome-led managed services across diverse markets and partner ecosystems.

Commenting on Subir’s joining, Sunil Munshi, Chief Revenue Officer, Denave, said, “As Denave enters its 28th year of operations, this is a phase where scale, precision, and execution discipline matter more than ever. Subir brings a rare combination of strategic depth and hands-on leadership across global sales and complex enterprise ecosystems. We are confident that his experience in building and operationalizing outcome-driven GTM engines will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our global revenue motion.”

Prior to joining Denave, Subir played a pivotal role in the transformation journey at First Meridian Global Services, where he served as Senior Vice President – Strategic Businesses and led the Value Business vertical. Over more than six years, he focused on integrating people, products, processes, and technology to deliver measurable outcomes across large, multi-market programs.

Earlier in his career, Subir held senior leadership roles at Ingram Micro, AMD, and HCL, where he built deep expertise across enterprise sales, partner ecosystems, distribution-led growth, and large-scale customer engagements. His leadership experience spans India and Bangladesh, with hands-on ownership of multi-country operations, sizable P&Ls, and complex enterprise deals.

At Denave, Subir will focus on strengthening global Strategy, Sales, and Marketing, sharpening go-to-market execution, deepening customer and partner relationships, and supporting the company’s next phase of growth across global markets.

Sharing his views on joining Denave, Subir Mahapatra, President – Global Strategy, Sales and Marketing, added, “Denave is at an exciting inflection point, with a strong foundation in revenue acceleration and a clear focus on outcomes, execution, and client impact. I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to strengthen global go-to-market execution, deepen customer and partner relationships, and build scalable, future-ready revenue engines across markets.”

Subir is an alumnus of IIM Kozhikode, having completed a Management Development Program, and serves as an Honorary Professor of Practice at the School of Leadership, KIIT, Odisha. His joining comes at a time when Denave is sharpening its focus on AI-led, insight-driven revenue transformation, helping organizations improve sales velocity, deepen buyer engagement, and scale growth across international markets.

About Denave
Denave was founded 27 years ago with a vision to be the world’s leading revenue acceleration solution provider. With our technology-powered ethos, Denave is pivoting to new AI-enabled capabilities and data-driven GTM processes, poised effectively to drive measurable revenue impact for enterprises globally. We are staunchly committed to co-creating value for our clients with a robust sales engine, with reach across 5 continents, 50+ countries, and 500+ cities. Supported by 30+ multi-language capabilities, Denave has successfully influenced more than USD 7 billion revenue for clients globally. A great-place-to-work certified organization, Denave has been honored across national and international forums.

Denave is a UDS group company with presence across Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, India, and the UK, offering a vast array of AI-powered revenue acceleration offerings that including sales intelligence, data services, digital marketing, telesales, field sales, BTL marketing, webinar marketing, sales training, business analytics and more. For more information, visit www.denave.com.

ABB Accelerates Renewables Focus With Wind Power Converter Dispatch In India

First locally manufactured wind power converter dispatched from its state-of-the-art Nelamangala facility in India following the acquisition of Gamesa Electric’s power electronics business

Dispatch highlights ABB’s commitment to accelerating the energy transition through advanced wind, solar, and energy storage technologies

Strengthening India’s renewable energy capabilities with locally manufactured, advanced technologies

ABB announced today the dispatch of its first wind power converter in India after the acquisition of Gamesa Electric’s power electronics business in December 2025. Manufactured and shipped from the state-of-the-art Nelamangala facility in Bengaluru, India, this milestone delivery to a wind turbine OEM reaffirms ABB's expanded commitment to the renewable energy and wind power sectors, both in India and globally.

The dispatch represents a significant step in integrating Gamesa Electric’s power electronics proven wind energy conversion technologies into ABB’s portfolio. Aligned with the vision of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and the country’s push for ‘Make in India’, ABB is solidifying its Indian footprint in the renewable energy sector with a strengthened focus on wind power, supported by a broader portfolio spanning utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS).

“Wind energy plays a critical role in the energy transition. By delivering advanced power conversion technologies that are locally manufactured in India and engineered for effective grid integration, we are strengthening the integration of wind power into the grid and supporting the scale-up of renewable energy worldwide," said Anoop Anand, President – Motion High Power Division, ABB India Ltd. "This also reinforces India’s position as a global hub for renewable energy manufacturing and deployment,” added Anoop.

India is rapidly consolidating its position as a global renewable energy manufacturing and deployment hub, with wind power at the heart of this transformation. Now as the world’s 3rd largest wind manufacturing bases, India is expected to meet around 10 percent of global wind demand and scale installed wind capacity to 107 GW by 2030, underscoring its growing importance in the global renewable energy ecosystem.

ABB has played a key role in advancing renewable energy globally for over 15 years, delivering more than 60,000 wind converters and generators worldwide. Building on this legacy, the acquisition significantly strengthens ABB’s renewable power conversion capabilities, enabling the company to offer comprehensive, utility-scale solutions across wind, solar, and battery energy storage, while expanding its serviceable installed base of wind converters by approximately 46 gigawatts. This ABB global figure is equivalent to nearly one-fifth of India’s current installed renewable energy capacity.

With deep expertise in power electronics and grid integration, ABB is well positioned to support India’s next phase of renewable energy growth, where grid reliability, compliance with evolving regulations, and local manufacturing are increasingly important. ABB India’s comprehensive renewable portfolio spans utility-scale solar inverters, power conversion systems (PCS) for battery energy storage systems (BESS), and converters for wind power, all manufactured locally to support India’s integrated renewable energy vision and contribute to the country’s target of 500 GW renewable energy by 2030.

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable, so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com

ABB Motion, a global leader in motors and drives, is at the core of accelerating a more productive and sustainable future. We innovate and push the boundaries of technology to contribute to energy efficient, decarbonizing, and circular solutions for customers, industries, and societies. With our digitally enabled drives, motors and services we support our customers and partners to achieve better performance, safety and reliability. To help the world’s industries outrun – leaner and cleaner, we deliver motor-driven solutions for a wide range of applications in all industrial segments. Building on over 140 years of domain expertise in electric powertrains, our more than 23,000 employees across 100 countries learn and improve every day. go.abb/motion

Yulu Marks National Road Safety Month With Rider Awareness Rallies In Bengaluru And Delhi

· In Bangalore the rally was flagged off by Inspector R. Veeresh of the Vivek Nagar Police Station and covered key junctions across Vivek Nagar, Koramangala and surrounding areas

Reinforcing its commitment to safer roads and responsible riding, India’s largest shared EV mobility tech company Yulu, organised rider awareness initiatives in Bengaluru and Delhi as part of the National Road Safety Month campaign spearheaded by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).

Aligned with this year’s theme, “Sadak Suraksha, Jeevan Raksha” (Road Safety Saves Lives), Yulu conducted a two-wheeler EV rally in Bengaluru and participated in a government-led road safety rally in Delhi to promote traffic discipline and health awareness among riders.

The company kicked off its campaign in Bengaluru with a 5-kilometre anti-drug and road safety awareness rally, joined by 30 police officials. The rally was flagged off by Inspector R. Veeresh of the Vivek Nagar Police Station and covered key junctions across Vivek Nagar, Koramangala and surrounding areas. The officials engaged with fellow road users and local residents, highlighting the importance of personal well-being and responsible riding.

In Delhi, Yulu participated in a two-wheeler rally organised by MoRTH and Delhi Traffic Police at Connaught Place. The rally was flagged off by Additional Commissioner of Police (Traffic), DK Gupta. It saw participation from around 200 riders — including Yulu users and delivery partners — who interacted with commuters to reinforce the importance of road safety awareness.

Over the last eight years, Yulu has promoted road safety through multiple platforms and formats including in-app and WhatsApp-based safety notifications, training videos and on-ground workshops conducted in partnership with local police departments.

“Enabling people to navigate cities safely and securely is a vital part of Yulu’s mission. Therefore, we work closely with all relevant stakeholders — from delivery brands to gig workers and transport officials — to sensitise communities to the importance of responsible and safe riding,” says Mr RK Misra, Co-founder and President - Ecosystem Partnerships, Yulu.

One example of this can be seen in Yulu’s largest market, Bengaluru, where the company has deployed trained safety Marshals at major junctions to guide riders and ensure compliance with traffic rules, at the request of the Bengaluru Traffic Police. These, and numerous other initiatives, underscore Yulu’s ongoing efforts to foster safer and healthier urban communities.

Croma Unveils Blockbuster Republic Day Sale with Unbeatable Deals On Apple, Samsung And More

* Apple iPhone 17 drops to ₹47,990*, iPhone 15 to ₹31,990*, MacBook Air M4 gets student‑exclusive pricing, and big-ticket savings arrive on Samsung Neo QLED, TCL TVs and more

Croma, India’s most trusted omni‑channel electronics retailer, has announced its highly anticipated Republic Day Sale, bringing a wide range of blockbuster deals across smartphones, laptops, televisions, large appliances and audio products, with offers available across leading brands. The sale is now live across all Croma stores and continues until January 26th.

Customers shopping across Croma stores can unlock bank cashback, exchange bonuses, special student pricing, and easy EMI options, making this one of the year’s most value‑packed electronics sales. All prices and offers vary depending on brand, model, store, day, city and availability, and are subject to applicable bank or finance partner terms. Additionally, customers holding a HDFC TATA Neu card can save up to 10% on select Apple products, further enhancing this season’s offer.

As part of the smartphone line-up, Apple devices see some of the strongest price advantages this season. During the Republic Day offers, the iPhone 17, launched at ₹82,900, is available at an effective price of ₹47,990. How to get this offer:

Exchange your old smartphone for up to ₹23,500 (depending on condition and model)

Avail a flat ₹2,000 bank cashback

Get an additional ₹8,000 exchange bonus

Similarly, the iPhone 15, available at a market price of ₹59,900, can be purchased at an effective price of ₹31,990. How to get this offer:

Exchange your old phone for up to ₹14,000

Get ₹1,000 bank cashback

Receive a ₹4,000 exchange bonus

Adding to the smartphone excitement, there are unmissable offers on Samsung S25 model.

Samsung S25 can be availed at ₹50,499 by exchanging your S24 for up to ₹24,500*

Samsung S25 Ultra can be availed at ₹79,999 by exchanging your S24 Ultra for up to ₹43,000*

Samsung Z Fold 7 can be availed at ₹1,09,999 by exchanging your Z Fold 6 for up to ₹58,000* *depending on condition of the model

Croma is also extending strong offers in the laptop category. The MacBook Air M4 is available at a special student price of ₹55,911, which is a significant drop from its original pricing. How to get this offer:

Get a ₹10,000 bank cashback,

Exchange an old laptop or PC for up to ₹13,000 (depending on the device)

Receive a ₹10,000 exchange bonus

In addition, the HP Omni book 5 13th Gen PC, which costs ₹80,067, can now be availed at an effective price of ₹48,130 by combining:

Exchange value of up to ₹2,000

A bank cashback of ₹2,500

Receive an exchange bonus of ₹4,000

Beyond smartphones and laptops, Croma’s Republic Day Sale brings compelling offers across home appliances and entertainment:

The Samsung Neo QLED 65", originally priced at ₹1,75,000, is now offered at ₹98,990*

TCL 55" QLED TV, priced at ₹98,990, is available for just ₹38,990*

Fully automatic 9KG front-load washing machines start at ₹31,290*

Marshall Bluetooth speakers* are available at up to 35% off

Buy Select ACs and get assured freebies worth up to ₹11,500

“Republic Day presents a key shopping moment for Indian households as customers look to invest in meaningful upgrades for their homes and personal use. With our Republic Day Sale, we have curated some of our strongest offers across categories, supported by best deals and benefits, so that customers can shop with confidence and value backed by expert in-store guidance for a fulfilling experience,” said a spokesperson from Infiniti Retail Ltd.

The Croma Republic Day Sale will run across all Croma stores nationwide.

Zigly Celebrates Pets And Parents At Pet Fed Bengaluru; Showcases Range Of Holistic Pet Care Solutions

Zigly (Cosmo First Limited), India’s first tech-enabled omnichannel pet care brand, showcased its integrated veterinary care, grooming services, and comprehensive pet nutrition portfolio at the 11th edition of Pet Fed held at KTPO Trade Center, Whitefield, Bengaluru. At the two-day event, Zigly exhibited its entire ecosystem of products and services for pet parents and their pets in one immersive experience.

Zigly’s participation in this year’s Pet Fed reinforced the brand’s commitment to responsible pet parenting by offering a complete, one-stop pet care solution under one roof. From health consultations with expert vets to fun and engaging activities, new product category showcases, grooming essentials, and wellness picks, the comprehensive showcase came together in one exciting space. This pet-oriented event created meaningful engagement with pet families and the wider pet welfare community, raising awareness around preventive health and seasonal care.

Speaking about Zigly’s participation in this year’s Pet Fed, Mr. Saurabh Jain, CEO, Zigly, said, “Building on the success of last year’s event, Pet Fed Bengaluru witnessed an overwhelming participation of pets and their parents. These events serve as a quintessential platform for us to engage with the Zigly community, analyse the evolving trends and demands, and offer products and services that are tailor-made to the consumers’ needs. We are delighted to be a part of India’s largest pet festival, where we can promote responsible pet care, holistic well-being, and offer easy access to expert-led guidance.”

Zigly at this edition of Pet Fed Bangalore showcased its expansive product range across categories such as Applod Treats & Wet Food, Biscuits, Fresh Food, Broths, Bowls, Leashes, Collars & Harnesses, FurPro Grooming Range (shampoo, conditioner, perfumes, pee pads), and Cat Essentials (litter & treats). Additionally, Zigly, at the event, unveiled the Applod Dry Food range to pets and pet parents ahead of the commercial launch. Applod Dry Food is a high-quality, research-backed dry food designed for Indian climatic and lifestyle needs. Developed with veterinarians and nutrition experts, the new formula supports pets’ gut health, immunity, and coat quality, and will be available in Puppy and Adult variants, in 150 gm, 2 kg, and 4 kg packs. The range strengthens Zigly’s journey toward becoming India’s most trusted nutrition-first pet care brand.

Enhancing the experience for pets and their parents, Zigly, at Pet Fed Bengaluru, provided free health check-ups, gave a discount of 25% on vaccination packages, 20% off on elective surgeries, and offered its Prime Club membership at Rs 249. In addition, Zigly offered free grooming, such as bath and blow dry for pet shopping worth Rs 999, and an opportunity to participate in a lucky draw.

The event was a true celebration of the pet community, bringing together pet parents, industry experts, and animal lovers for non-stop fun and learning. As this year’s Pet Fed Bengaluru wraps up, Zigly’s expanded offerings and engaging initiatives set the stage for even more evolved, community-first experiences in the future.

About Zigly:

Zigly is a leading omnichannel ecosystem for pet care, offering comprehensive Veterinary care, best-in-class pet spa and grooming services, pet fashion, pet food, and more. With multiple Petcare centres across India, including Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Bangalore, Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Jaipur, Indore, Dehradun, Chandigarh, Panchkula, Amritsar, Ahmedabad, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Mumbai and Pune, Zigly is expanding its physical presence by opening new centres in other major cities. As a direct-to-consumer (D2C) pet care brand under the umbrella of Cosmo First, Zigly is committed to providing innovative solutions for Pet Parents. Visit your nearest Zigly Pet Care centre, log on to www.zigly.com, or download the Zigly App to discover the Zigly experience today.

About Cosmo First Ltd.:

Established in 1981 by Mr Ashok Jaipuria, Cosmo First Limited is an over four-decade-old global conglomerate. Its consumer vertical comprises Cosmo Consumer, which is into Window Films, Paint Protection Films & Ceramic Coatings for automobiles, and Zigly Pet Care, which provides a digital-first omni channel pet care ecosystem. Its industrial vertical includes Cosmo Films for specialty films for packaging, labels, lamination, and industrial applications; Cosmo Speciality Chemicals for coatings, adhesives and masterbatches, and Cosmo Plastech for rigid packaging. With sustainable innovation, development, and research embedded in its core values, Cosmo First serves customers in 100+ countries.

Happiest Minds Run 2026 – Run Miles Bring Smiles In Bengaluru

Bengaluru witnessed an early morning surge of energy and enthusiasm as Happiest Minds Technologies successfully concluded the 6th edition of the Happiest Minds Run on 18th January 2026 at St. Joseph Indian High School, opposite UB City. The event saw the participation of over 2000 people, coming together for a morning centered on fitness, purpose, and collective action.

This year’s run carried a deeper purpose, with proceeds directed toward supporting children living with Type 1 Diabetes through Idhayangal Charitable Trust. By combining movement with meaning, the Happiest Minds Run reinforced the idea that community action can create real, lasting impact.

Joseph Anantharaju, CEO & Co-Chairman of Happiest Minds, said, “The sixth edition of Happiest Minds' run reflects our belief that collective action, driven by empathy, can change lives. Seeing 2000 plus people come together for a cause that supports children and families is truly inspiring. The run today stands as a powerful expression of commitment toward health, consistency, and community impact.”

Following the Bengaluru edition, the Happiest Minds Run will continue across multiple cities, with events scheduled on February 7, 2026, in Bhubaneshwar; February 8, 2026, in Pune and Madurai; and February 15, 2026, in Noida and Hyderabad, extending the initiative’s focus on health, inclusion, and social impact nationwide.

The Happiest Minds Run was proudly supported by AON, RBL Bank, ICICI Bank, Federal Bank, Decathlon, Happiest Health, Sakra, TATA Soulful, DKMS, and Happiest Physio.

YES Bank Delivers Robust Q3 Performance With Sharp Rise In Profitability, Strong Granular CASA, Improved Margins & Better Asset

Key Highlights:

· Profit After Tax for Q3FY26 at INR 952 crore, up 55.4% Y-o-Y & 45.4% Q-o-Q.

· Q3FY26 Operating Profit (Adjusted for Gratuity impact) at INR 1,389 crore, up 28.7% Y-o-Y and 7.1% Q-o-Q

· NIM for Q3FY26 at 2.6% v/s 2.4% in Q3FY25 and 2.5% in Q2FY26

· Non-Interest Income for Q3FY26 at 1,633 crore, up 8% Y-o-Y

· RoA in Q3FY26 at 0.9%, up from 0.6% in both Q3FY25 & Q2FY26; excluding gratuity impact RoA at 1.0%

· Net Advances in Q3FY26 stood at INR 2, 57, 451 crore, up 5.2% Y-o-Y and 2.9% Q-o-Q

· Total deposits stood at INR 2,92,524 crore, growing 5.5% Y-o-Y, with continued outperformance in CASA Deposits

· CASA Ratio at 34.0% v/s 33.1% in Q3FY25 and 33.7% in Q2FY26

YES BANK has announced its Q3FY26 results, reporting a 55.4% YoY increase in Profit after tax to INR 952 crore. The bank’s operating profit (Adjusted for Gratuity impact) increased to INR 1,389 crore, marking an improvement of 28.7% YoY and 7.1% QoQ. The Net Interest Income (NII) for Q3 FY26 was INR 2,466 Crore, up 10.9% Y-o-Y and 7.2% Q-o-Q. The Net Interest Margin (NIM) for the quarter stood at 2.6%, up 20 bps Y-o-Y and up 10 bps Q-o-Q. Non-Interest Income stood at INR 1,633 crore, up 8.0% Y-o-Y.

The Bank successfully reduced its Cost-to-income Ratio sequentially for the sixth consecutive quarter, reaching 66.1% in Q3 FY26. The Return on Assets (RoA) for Q3FY26 improved to 0.9%, up from 0.6% in both Q3FY25 and Q2FY26

The balance sheet continued to show positive momentum. Total Deposits grew by 5.5% YoY to INR 2,92,524 crore. The CASA ratio rose to 34%, from 33.1% in Q3FY25. Net Advances registered a growth of 5.2% YoY and 2.9% QoQ to INR 2,57,451 crore.

Commenting on the results and financial performance, Mr. Prashant Kumar, Managing Director & CEO, YES BANK said, “Q3FY26 marks a breakthrough quarter for the Bank powered by a confluence of factors such as acceleration in profitability, sharp improvement in Asset Quality, gathering momentum in business volumes (disbursements) and continued industry-leading performance in CASA.

The Bank’s Quarterly RoA (excluding the gratuity impact) has touched the critical milestone of 1.0% for the first time since reconstruction. At the operating level, this has been driven by expansion in NIMs, buoyancy in Fee income and a tight control over operating costs. In addition to this, the net credit costs for the quarter were negligible, supported by an eight-quarter low slippage at 1.6% of advances and continued redemptions from the Security Receipts portfolio.

Strengthening CASA ratio despite a challenging industry backdrop is aiding sharper improvement in Cost of Deposits vis-à-vis peers. Moreover, with disbursement momentum gathering pace, particularly in Retail, we expect to see acceleration in growth over the coming quarters. Aided by these tailwinds, we remain firmly on course to deliver on our strategic objectives and build a resilient, high-quality franchise that creates long-term value for the stakeholders.”

YES BANK was included in the NIFTY BANK Index effective December 31, 2025. In Q3FY26, YES BANK opened 33 new branches and 76 branches in 9MFY26 so far, achieving 95% of the full-year target of 80 branches. The Bank secured one of the largest government mandates in custodial services by being appointed as Custody Services Provider for The Trustees Food Corporation of India Contributory Provident Fund (TFCICPF).The Bank was also recognized by BSE as a top performer in Custodian Clearing, reinforcing leadership in capital market operations.

ABOUT YES BANK

YES BANK, a full-service commercial bank headquartered in Mumbai, offers a wide array of products, services, and digital solutions, catering to Retail, MSME, and Corporate clients. The Bank operates its Brokerage business through YES SECURITIES, a subsidiary of the Bank. The Bank has a pan-India presence including an International Banking Unit (IBU) at GIFT City, and a Representative Office in Abu Dhabi.

For more information, visit website at https://www.yes.bank.in/