Apexon Launches AI Center Of Excellence In Hyderabad To Accelerate Engineering Of Intelligent Enterprises

New hub strengthens Apexon’s AI leadership by combining advanced engineering talent, agentic AI platforms, and domain-driven innovation

Apexon, a technology services firm specializing in engineering intelligent enterprises, today announced the launch of its Artificial Intelligence Center of Excellence (AI CoE) in Hyderabad, reinforcing its commitment to advancing enterprise AI innovation and expanding its global AI engineering capabilities.

The new hub will serve as a strategic center for developing next-generation AI solutions across agentic AI, generative AI, data engineering, and intelligent automation. By bringing together AI engineers, data scientists, platform architects, and domain specialists, the center will focus on designing and deploying scalable AI systems that help enterprises operationalize artificial intelligence across their technology and business ecosystems.

Apexon’s expanded investment in Hyderabad reflects its focus on building world-class AI capabilities while strengthening its global talent base to meet the growing demand for enterprise AI solutions.

The AI Center of Excellence will play a pivotal role in advancing Apexon’s proprietary AI platforms and accelerators, including AgentRise, the company’s agentic AI platform designed to orchestrate intelligent AI agents that automate complex enterprise workflows and enable autonomous decision-making. The center will also drive innovation around AlphaSuite, Apexon’s portfolio of engineering accelerators that help organizations modernize core systems, unlock value from their data, and accelerate digital transformation.

Together, these capabilities support Apexon’s vision of engineering intelligent enterprises by enabling organizations to move beyond isolated AI experiments and deploy scalable, production-grade AI solutions that deliver measurable business outcomes. In addition to accelerating solution development, the Hyderabad AI CoE will serve as a cornerstone of Apexon’s capability-building strategy. The center will support advanced AI training programs, hands-on AI and engineering labs, and collaborative innovation initiatives with clients and ecosystem partners. These programs will further strengthen Apexon’s AI-first engineering capabilities and help organizations build secure, responsible, and enterprise-ready AI systems.

“Apexon is playing an increasingly important role in helping enterprises move from AI experimentation to enterprise-scale adoption by bringing together advanced engineering platforms, deep domain expertise, and a highly skilled AI workforce,” said Sriniketh Chakravarthi, Chief Executive Officer, Apexon. “As agentic AI becomes central to enterprise transformation, the real opportunity lies in orchestrating intelligent systems that can reason, adapt, and operate across complex business environments. Our AI Center of Excellence in Hyderabad will advance innovation across agentic AI architectures, platforms such as AgentRise, and our AlphaSuite engineering accelerators. Together, these capabilities will power the next generation of intelligent enterprises, unlocking greater value from data, driving intelligent automation, and enabling organizations to scale AI across their operations to deliver meaningful business outcomes.”

About Apexon

Apexon is a technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and engineering intelligent enterprises. For over two decades, the company has been meeting clients wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation. Its reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The company focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Data and Analytics, Digital Engineering and Experience, and has deep expertise in Banking and Financial Services, Healthcare, and Life Sciences. Apexon is backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital.

Kalamandir Opens Its New Showroom In Konanakunte Cross, Bangalore

* It’s 80th showroom of the company and brands 4th showroom in Karnataka

In view of “Kalamandir”, Sai Silks (Kalamandir) Limited groups 80th Showroom launch at Konanakunte Cross, Bangalore on 9th March 2026, we request you to kindly provide us with a press write up / coverage in your esteemed publication / channel / Magazine for which act of kindness we shall be always be thankful to you. Details of the launch and about the store are mentioned below.

Strengthening its presence in the city, Kalamandir, one of the most trusted family fashion destinations, has launched its brand-new showroom at Konanakunte Cross, Bangalore. The showroom was launched by Actor Upendra & wife Priyanka. Following the overwhelming response to its existing stores at Chickpet, Marathahalli and Kammanahalli, the brand now brings its signature shopping experience closer to customers in South Bangalore.

The newly launched G+4 spacious showroom is designed to offer a complete fashion destination for the entire family. The store showcases a wide range of collections including ethnic wear, formal wear, casual wear, party wear and stylish dresses for every occasion, catering to men, women and children.

With thoughtfully designed floors, a comfortable shopping ambience and a vast assortment of quality fashion at attractive prices, the new showroom promises a delightful shopping experience for families looking for variety, style and value under one roof. With this expansion, Kalamandir continues its commitment to bringing affordable and fashionable collections for every member of the family, strengthening its position as Bangalore’s favourite family fashion showroom.

Mr. DurgaRao Chalavadi, Director for Kalamandir giving his note on the occasion said, “KALAMANDIR is a divine place and the products of which are so meticulously and pristinely designed that will meet the standards of today’s generation. Kalamandir will be the first choice of the city who prefer that unique, exclusive and affordable collection.”

Photo caption: Subash (Director), Jhansi (Director), Priyanka (Actress), Upendra (Actor), Durgarao (Director), Rajesh (Director), Laxmi (Guest).  

Nethradhama Launches Advanced Super Speciality Eye Care Centre In Yelahanka, Bringing Best Services To North Bengaluru

· The Yelahanka facility marks the introduction of advanced platforms and premium refractive cataract solutions in the region for the first time, bridging a critical technology gap and strengthening access to quality eye care closer to home

Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital, a leading doctor-owned and doctor-led eye care hospital known for pioneering advanced ophthalmic technologies in India, has launched its newest super speciality centre in Yelahanka. The expansion addresses the growing demand for advanced tertiary eye care in rapidly developing North Bengaluru. The state-of-the-art facility strengthens Nethradhama’s presence in Karnataka while reinforcing its precision-driven, ethical, and patient-first approach focused on safety, clinical excellence, and superior visual outcomes.

The new centre was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Sri Ganesh, Chairman and Managing Director, in the presence of Dr. Suman S, CEO and Director; Dr. Supriya Sriganesh, Executive Director; and Dr. Preethi V, Medical Superintendent of Nethradhama Super Speciality Eye Hospital. Sri S. R. Vishwanath, MLA, Yelahanka Constituency, visited the newly launched hospital and extended his best wishes to the team. The new facility enables residents of Yelahanka, Chikkaballapur, Kolar, and nearby regions to access advanced services, including laser cataract surgery, refractive procedures, retina, glaucoma, and cornea care closer to home, reducing the need for long-distance travel.

The Yelahanka branch offers comprehensive tertiary super speciality services under one roof, delivered by experienced specialists trained in Nethradhama’s established clinical protocols. The centre also aligns with the institution’s emphasis on innovation, research, and structured training through its School of Optometry, residency programmes, and postdoctoral fellowships affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, supporting a steady pipeline of well-trained specialists and ensuring consistent standards across locations.

Prof. Dr. Sri Ganesh, Chairman and Managing Director of Nethradhama, said, “Our strength lies in consistent clinical excellence and measurable patient outcomes. As a doctor-owned and doctor-led institution, every decision is guided by patient safety, quality treatment, and long-term visual health. The launch of the Yelahanka centre exemplifies our commitment to bringing advanced eye care closer to patients in emerging regions. We follow a self-funded, sustainable model of growth, expanding only after building strong clinical depth. This ensures that every centre upholds uniform standards of care and trust.”

The centre is equipped with advanced ophthalmic technologies, including Femtosecond Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery (FLACS), premium refractive cataract solutions with full-range vision intraocular lenses, next-generation refractive platforms such as the VisuMax 800 and Ziemer Z8 Neo, as well as 3D digital microscopes and integrated digital workflows designed to enhance surgical precision, safety, and clinical outcomes.

Notably, several of these advanced laser-assisted and refractive surgical services are being made available in Yelahanka for the first time, significantly strengthening access to super specialty eye care in North Bengaluru. With the introduction of these cutting-edge technologies, patients in the region can now avail comprehensive, technology-driven cataract and vision correction procedures locally, reducing the need to travel to central parts of the city for complex interventions. The facility is positioned as a comprehensive super speciality eye care hub catering to the evolving needs of North Bengaluru.

Dr. Suman Shree R, CEO and Director of Nethradhama, added, “The Yelahanka centre reflects our commitment to delivering technology-driven eye care to emerging growth corridors of Bengaluru. By integrating specialised expertise, structured training, and advanced platforms, we aim to deliver predictable outcomes while maintaining the highest ethical and clinical standards. Our expansion strategy focuses on strengthening clinical depth and building centres of excellence across Karnataka.”

“It is a significant milestone for Nethradhama to bring advanced eye care services closer to communities in North Bengaluru. As the region continues to grow rapidly, expanding access to high-quality, ethical, and technology-driven healthcare becomes increasingly important. The Yelahanka centre reflects our commitment to ensuring timely diagnosis, early intervention, and greater convenience for patients and their families, while strengthening the overall healthcare ecosystem of the region,” said Dr. Supriya Sriganesh, Executive Director of Nethradhama.

As one of the first eye hospitals in India to receive NABH accreditation, Nethradhama operates with robust protocols and standardised systems that ensure consistent quality across centres. The launch of the Yelahanka facility marks a significant milestone in its calibrated expansion, further strengthening access to advanced, ethical, and technology-driven eye care in North Bengaluru.

IIHM Bangalore Launches ‘Ambrosial Atlas’, A Student-Led Global Culinary Showcase

Students of the International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM), Bangalore brought the world’s flavours together at ‘Ambrosial Atlas’- Every Nation, Every Flavor, Elevated, the 12th edition of the institute’s International Food Festival, being hosted at Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse Road.

Organised entirely by final-year students of the Batch of 2023-2026, the festival reflected IIHM’s experiential learning approach, where students took complete ownership of conceptualising and executing a large-scale culinary event from theme development and menu engineering to kitchen operations, guest service, marketing and event management.

Inspired by the global spirit of the Young Chef Olympiad (YCO) 2026, which recently opened in Bengaluru, Ambrosial Atlas celebrated the diversity of global cuisines including Pan-Asian, American, European and Middle Eastern. The festival highlighted the evolving intersection of culinary heritage, technology and innovation.

Speaking about the initiative, Ms. Sanchari Chowdhury, Director, IIHM Bangalore & Head-South, said, “At IIHM, experiential learning is at the heart of our curriculum. The International Food Festival is not just an event but a learning platform where students take ownership of every aspect, from conceptualising the theme to executing the final service. It allows them to develop leadership, operational and marketing skills while experiencing the intensity and excitement of real-world hospitality.”

Unlike typical institutional food festivals, Ambrosial Atlas was designed as a full-scale hospitality experience, welcoming guests who purchased tickets as well as hotel patrons. The event also marked a first-time collaboration with Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse Road as the venue partner, allowing students to operate within a professional hotel environment.

Adding a unique dimension to the event was a specially curated Mocktail Bar, where student mixologists presented globally inspired beverages that blended ingredients and influences from different cultures.

Highlighting the broader vision behind such initiatives, Dr. Suborno Bose, Chairman of IIHM and Founder of the Young Chef Olympiad, said, “Hospitality education must evolve with the changing world. Today’s students must be equally comfortable with culinary traditions, global cultures and emerging technologies like AI. Initiatives such as Ambrosial Atlas allow young hospitality professionals to experiment, innovate and lead, preparing them for a global industry where creativity and adaptability are essential.”

The festival also reflected IIHM’s growing emphasis on technology-driven hospitality education. The institute has introduced its own AI-powered learning platform, Namaste GPT, enabling students to analyse culinary creations, experiment with presentation concepts and gain insights inspired by global culinary masters like Gordon Ramsay.

For the students, Ambrosial Atlas represented the culmination of three years of learning bringing together leadership, teamwork, culinary expertise and event management skills in a real-world hospitality setting.

Dignitaries attending the event included Ms. Shabinaa Sultana, Guest of Honor and representative from the Office of the Honorary Consulate of Tunisia, and Mr. Shiv Bose, General Manager, Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse Road, along with industry partners and guests from the hospitality ecosystem.

Speaking at the event, Ms. Shabinaa Sultana said, “Despite observing the Ramadan fast, I did not want to miss the warmth, hospitality and culinary excellence showcased by IIHM. The festival beautifully reflects India’s unity in diversity through food and culture. It is inspiring to see the passion and professionalism of the students and we look forward to strengthening our collaborations with IIHM, including opportunities connecting students with Tunisia’s hospitality and culinary ecosystem.”

Mr. Shiv Bose, General Manager, Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse Road, said, “We are delighted to collaborate with IIHM Bangalore in hosting Ambrosial Atlas. Providing students the opportunity to operate within a professional hotel environment bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world hospitality. It is inspiring to see the passion, creativity and professionalism these young hospitality professionals bring to the table and we are proud to support initiatives that nurture the next generation of industry leaders.”

More than a culinary showcase, the festival reflected IIHM Bangalore’s mission to prepare the next generation of hospitality professionals through real-world responsibility rather than classroom simulations, offering guests an evening where global flavours, culture and innovation converge.

The festival was hosted at Holiday Inn Bengaluru Racecourse Road, in collaboration with Brigade Hospitality Services Limited. The event was supported by key partners including Nutriscan and Campa Cola, enabling students to execute the festival at professional hospitality standards while presenting a global culinary experience.

PV Sindhu Partners With EBG Foundation To Drive Change In Child Welfare, Sports And Women’s Empowerment

By bringing together sports and social commitment, the EBG Foundation has announced Olympic medallist and Padma Shri awardee PV Sindhu as its official ambassador. The partnership marks a significant step in advancing the Foundation’s work across child welfare, grassroots sports development, and women’s economic empowerment in India. With Sindhu’s global credibility and the Foundation’s strong grassroots presence, this collaboration aims to deepen structured community initiatives, expand access to opportunity, and inspire collective action at scale.

As of now, the EBG Foundation is actively driving meaningful impact across states through focused, community-led interventions that address critical social challenges at the grassroots level. With the onboarding of P. V. Sindhu, the Foundation is further strengthening its national presence and accelerating programmes designed to deliver long-term, sustainable change.

At the centre of the collaboration is a series of three flagship social initiatives. Under Children for Life, Sindhu advocates every child’s right to education, healthcare, and a safe environment. The initiative has begun its implementation in the state of Telangana, laying the foundation for structured support systems that ensure financial hardship never becomes a barrier to opportunity.

Speaking about her association, PV Sindhu said, “True success is meaningful only when it uplifts others. Partnering with EBG Foundation allows me to support causes that are deeply important to me, including children’s development, youth empowerment, and women’s progress. I believe real change begins when opportunity reaches those who need it most.”

The second initiative, Champion, focuses on identifying and nurturing grassroots sporting talent. By providing specialised coaching, quality equipment, and structured nutritional support, the programme bridges the gap between raw potential and competitive performance. The Foundation has already enabled programmes in the state of Telangana, reinforcing its commitment to building future champions.

Building on the momentum created in December 2025 with the launch of Naari Shakti, the third pillar addresses systemic barriers that interrupt women’s journeys toward independence. With structured financial assistance of ₹1,500 per month, the programme supports vocational training and income-generation pathways.

Dr Irfan Khan, CEO and Founder, EBG Group, said, “PV Sindhu represents discipline, resilience and excellence, values that align closely with our long-term vision. Our commitment is not only to grow in scale but to grow with responsibility. Through these initiatives, we are building sustainable ecosystems that empower children, nurture champions and enable women to lead with confidence and independence. Her association strengthens our focus on measurable social impact across the country.”

The collaboration will be supported by three 40-second brand films featuring PV Sindhu, each centred on a core social theme. Children of Life highlights how hunger robs children of focus and future, Champion underscores the gap between talent and opportunity in grassroots sports, and Naari Shakti addresses the interruptions that limit girls’ education and independence. In each film, Sindhu serves as a voice of awareness, reinforcing the Foundation’s call for structured, sustained community support.

Dept Of Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE) At IISc, Bangalore And LTM Drive AI Awareness With Neuromorphic Computing Hackathon

* Brain-inspired computing took centre stage at the event

Department of Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE) at IISc, Bangalore jointly with LTM – the Business Creativity partner to the world’s largest enterprises, successfully hosted a Neuromorphic Computing Hackathon on 7 March, 2026. The initiative fostered cutting-edge AI research awareness through this joint engagement.

Neuromorphic computing, a brain-inspired approach to artificial intelligence, is emerging as a cornerstone for next-generation intelligent systems. By enabling energy-efficient, event-driven and adaptive AI, neuromorphic architectures are particularly suited for edge and cyber-physical applications. Through this hackathon, LTM Research and IISc’s Department of Electronic Systems Engineering provided students and researchers with hands-on exposure to applying neuromorphic principles to real-world problem statements.

The hackathon brought together more than 72 participants from 13 colleges clubbed into 28 teams, to explore the rapidly evolving field of neuromorphic computing. Top 10 teams that addressed specialized problem statements in these domains were shortlisted for final evaluation.

Team Endurance from M V J College of Engineering, Bengaluru emerged as the winner of the hackathon. As the key members of the team, Srikar T, ANKIT P, Kishanth demonstrated the practical potential of neuromorphic computing in solving complex, real-world challenges with greater efficiency and scalability.

“The energy and creativity we witnessed at the hackathon validated exactly why LTM Research invests in emerging paradigms,” said Gururaj Deshpande, Chief Delivery Officer, LTM. “Neuromorphic computing can be central to the future of energy‑efficient AI, and this hackathon marks an important step in building such capabilities.”

“The Department of Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE), at IISc has been advancing research at multiple fronts, from Semiconductor & Quantum Technologies to Chip Design, Neuromorphic Hardware, Healthcare, EVs and Communications Technologies. Other than advancing research, we have also been increasing awareness across various cutting-edge domains. This hackathon jointly with LTM was our effort to promote awareness towards Neuromorphic Computing and how it would address the real AI scalability bottlenecks” said Prof. Mayank Shrivastava, Department of Electronic Systems Engineering, IISc. “By engaging students from around the corners in hands-on problem-solving exercise around neuromorphic computing, we are nurturing talent to get inspired about this emerging field.”

About LTM

LTM — a Larsen & Toubro Group Company — is an AI-centric global technology services company and the Business Creativity partner to the world’s largest enterprises. We bring human insights and intelligent systems together to help clients create greater value at the intersection of technology and domain expertise. Our capabilities span integrated operations, transformation, and business AI — enabling new ways of working, new productivity paradigms, and new roads to value. Together with over 87,000 employees across 40 countries and our global network of partners, LTM* owns outcomes for our clients, helping them not just outperform the market, but Outcreate it. Read more at LTM.com.

*Company name change from LTIMindtree Limited to LTM Limited is currently pending shareholder and regulatory approvals.

About Department of Electronic Systems Engineering at IISc:

The Department of Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, is one of India’s leading academic hubs for research and education in advanced electronic and related domains. The department works across a broad spectrum of areas ranging from semiconductor nanoelectronics and quantum technologies to VLSI design, communication and networking systems, signal processing, neuromorphic computing, healthcare electronics, and power electronic systems. With strong interdisciplinary collaborations, state-of-the-art facilities, and active partnerships with industry and national research programs, ESE focuses on both foundational science and translational engineering that addresses emerging technological challenges. Through its graduate programs and research initiatives, the department aims to train the next generation of scientists and engineers while contributing to strategic technological capabilities for the country   

PNB Celebrates International Women’s Day On March 8, 2026 In India

Punjab National Bank (PNB), one of nation’s leading public sector banks, celebrated International Women’s Day 2026 with a special event dedicated to recognising the achievements, leadership, and contributions of women.

Held at PNB’s Corporate Office in New Delhi, the event was graced by Chief Guests Major Neelu Khanna and Dr. Dinesh Kansal in the presence of PNB MD&CEO Shri Ashok Chandra, Executive Directors - Shri M. Paramasivam, Shri Bibhu P. Mahapatra, Shri D. Surendran and Shri Amit Kumar Srivastava along with senior officials and employees of the Bank.

The event featured a special audio-visual presentation paying tribute to the contributions of women, showcasing inspiring stories of resilience, leadership and impact. The event concluded with cultural performances by staff members reflecting the spirit of creativity, confidence and inclusivity within the PNB family.

Encouraging the gathering, Ashok Chandra, MD & CEO, Punjab National Bank (PNB), emphasised the transformative role of both women and institutions in shaping society. He said, “Over the past decade, our country has witnessed several landmark initiatives aimed at advancing women’s progress, paving the way for a new chapter in the journey of women’s development. As a bank, it is our responsibility to ensure seamless access to financial services for women from Self-Help Groups and other communities, thereby contributing to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. This vision can truly be realised when women across the country become financially strong and empowered. While PNB remains deeply committed to supporting the advancement of women both within and beyond the organisation, I encourage all women present here to support and uplift one another and lead by example in building stronger communities.”

Chief Guest Dr. Dinesh Kansal expressed appreciation for the initiative and said, “This day celebrates the inspiring journey of women who continue to break barriers and shape society through their strength, resilience, and determination. This year’s theme reminds us that when we invest in women through opportunities, mentorship, and financial empowerment, we uplift entire communities. I commend Punjab National Bank for its continued efforts in fostering inclusion and supporting women’s economic independence.”

Addressing all women in the gathering Chief Guest Major Neelu Khanna emphasised, “Let us begin by focusing on a happy and balanced mind, as it lays the foundation for a healthy body. Let this day serve as a reminder for all of us to prioritise both our mental and physical well-being. I am glad to see Punjab National Bank taking meaningful initiatives towards creating a more inclusive workplace and fostering greater opportunities for the growth and advancement of women.”

As part of the event members of PNB Prerna, an association comprising senior women officials of the Bank and spouses of senior bank officials that actively supports the Bank’s CSR initiatives, spoke about Project Chetna. Under this initiative, a Menstrual Health and Hygiene Awareness Session was conducted in collaboration with NGO Sachchi Saheli for students of Delhi Government Schools. In addition, the Bank also highlighted its CSR initiative with CAPED, under which awareness and screening camps for cervical, breast and oral cancers are being organized for underprivileged women in Delhi NCR.

During the event, PNB also felicitated Priyanka Pradhan, a member of PNB Prerna, in recognition of her remarkable accomplishments in marathon running over the past five years.

Aligned with the global theme “Give to Gain”, this special event reflected PNB’s continued commitment to promoting gender equality, financial inclusion and greater opportunities for women both within the organisation and across the communities it serves.