Archives March 2025

Buckle up for a rollercoaster of emotions as your favourite &TV shows Bheema, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan and Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai bring gripping twists and unmissable drama this week! Talking about the upcoming track in Bheema, Smita Sable aka Dhaniya shares, “In Bheema, inspired by Babasaheb (Atharva), young Bheema (Tejaswini Singh) takes a firm stand against deep-seated caste divisions. When Dharmsheela refuses to share utensils with Meera, an unexpected move forces the family to confront their biases. Meanwhile, Vishambhar (Vikram Dwivedi) calls out hypocrisy surrounding dowry and women’s rights, but Kailasha Bua (Neeta Mohindra) fans the flames of casteism. As Phulmatiya draws a symbolic line in the house, Bheema faces exclusion from well-digging work, choosing education over hunger as his weapon. With Meera suppressing her hunger and Meva (Amita Bhardwaj) and Dhaniya (Smita Sable) struggling for work, Bheema refuses to eat until his mother does.”

About the upcoming track in Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, Himani Shivpuri aka Katori Amma shares, “Happu (Yogesh Tripathi) finds himself in a hilarious mess. His sleepless nights take a bizarre turn when a neighbour, Mathur, storms in with a complaint that Happu’s snoring is so loud that it’s disrupting his work! Brushing it off, Happu rudely dismisses Mathur, only to regret it later when he learns Mathur is a close friend of the Commissioner (Kishore Bhanushali). Now, as punishment, Happu is stuck with night duty! Meanwhile, chaos brews at home when Chamchi (Zara Warsi) introduces an Indonesian girl to Hrithik (Aaryan Prajapati) and Ranbir (Somya Azad), sparking a rivalry, and Amma (Himani Shivpuri) begins her singing lessons, much to Happu’s dismay. As his exhaustion peaks, Beni (Vishwanath Chatterjee) attempts a sneaky fix by mixing sleeping pills in Happu’s drink! “. About Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai’s upcoming track, Rohitashv Gour aka Manmohan Tiwari shares, “A petty argument at a tea stall spirals into an all-out war between Tiwari (Rohitashv Gour) and Vibhuti (Aasif Sheikh). When Tiwari forgets his wallet, he asks Vibhuti to pay, only to discover Vibhuti is even more broke with just two rupees to his name! Tiwari mocks him mercilessly, and soon, the entire colony joins in. Furious and humiliated, Vibhuti vows never to speak to Tiwari again and Tiwari swears the same! Even at dinner, the cold war continues, with Angoori (Shubhangi Atre) and Anita (Vidisha Srivastava) forced to act as messengers. But when nothing works, Anita and Angoori take drastic measures enlisting Tika (Vaibhav Mathur) and Tillu (Salim Zaidi) to stage a dangerous “bull attack” on Vibhuti. Will this crazy plan finally break the silence, or will it backfire?

Hyderabad March 20, 2025: Kohli Centre on Intelligent Systems (KCIS) at the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIITH) marked Sri F C Kohli’s birth anniversary on Wednesday. And celebrated FC Kohli, the father of Indian IT and Founder of TCS’s 101 birth anniversary and the fifth edition of FC Kohli Talks.

The Kohli Day celebration included an annual Kohli Day Lecture by Dr. D. Nageshwar Reddy, Chairman of AIG Hospitals, who has the unique distinction of being the first Indian doctor to receive all three Padma Awards: Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan. He delivered a very impactful and insightful talk on AI & Healthcare – Opportunities and Challenges – Why Doctors Don’t like Artificial Intelligence (AI)”.

“Like many Doctors, I too didn’t like AI, I had a lot of apprehension about it because I thought it would be only effective after five or six years and by then I would retire. Because AI is too complicated, I felt it was not to be used in my lifetime. But, I have realised in the past couple of years the importance of AI”, he said, much to the surprise of the 250-plus audience in the hall comprising of doctors, engineers, technologists, students and faculty at IIIT Hyderabad.

Dr Reddy gave many examples of AI applications in the medical field and how it is going to benefit doctors, hospitals and patients. AI is used in many areas of medicine, including pre-and post-surgery, patient monitoring, and personalized medicine. It can help improve patient outcomes and reduce human error, he added.

AI in colonoscopy can improve polyp detection and it is much more effective and better than a human eye can detect. Using AI in colonoscopy is expected to prolong colon cancer, he shared

Another important function, Dr Reddy gave where AI will immensely benefit is in the study of bacteria. The human body comprises 30 trillion human cells, 39 trillion microbial cells 20,000 human genes and 20 million microbial genes. AI helps in studying thousands of bacteria, he said.

AIG does 2000 plus surgeries a month. Emergencies may develop in any of these patients. But, by using AI, in our hospital, we can avoid the “Code Blue” situation and be able to save three lives a day. “Code Blue” is a universal emergency where code signalling a medical emergency is alerted and immediate attention is sought. Dr Reddy has given many areas where AI can be used more effectively for better outcomes. Dr Reddy shared that AI is now more empathetic than doctors, research showed

He spoke about AI-powered hospital beds which AIG Hospitals has one and is being studied. And he explained how these smart beds, use sensors and algorithms to monitor patient activity, health condition etc. He also spoke about Smart Toilets which analyses stool. AI can also be used in predictive medicine, Drug Discovery etc.

“All these are good. But, will it replace me? No, it will not replace the doctor. But one thing is certain. An AI-savvy doctor can replace a doctor who doesn’t use AI. One challenge of AI is data theft. The data that is stolen is being sold. Cybersecurity and regulation are a couple of the areas of challenge he cited. The government doesn’t know how to regulate AI. But it has to be regulated somehow”, Dr Reddy opined.

He inaugurated the Centre for Digital Technologies in Healthcare (CDiTH). He unveiled the plaque along with Mr. Srini Raju, Mr. BVR Mohan Reddy, Mr. R Chandrashekhar the former president of NASSCOM and others.

Prof PJ. Narayanan, Director of IIIT Hyderabad while giving a brief on the just inaugurated centre said it is translation lab was established to apply modern digital technologies to enhance the efficacy and economy of healthcare delivery for real-world impact in India and the world by effectively bridging academic research and clinical practice. With AIG Hospital as a principal partner, Dr. Reddy inaugurated the centre.

Prof Bari Raju and Raja Poladi of IIIT Hyderabad gave more insights into the CDiTH and its execution plan.

The Kohli Centre on Intelligent Systems (KCIS), named after Sri F.C. Kohli, houses all the AI research groups in the institute. 50 faculty and 500 researchers, which constitute one of the largest research groups in the country. Ranging from language technologies, computer vision, robotics, cognitive sciences and advanced machine learning, with applications in several domains including mobility and healthcare. The Centre celebrates its anniversary on March 19th, the birthday of Sri FC Kohli. Kohli Day is an annual event recognizing the faculty, researchers, and the Centre’s work, all inspired by the visionary tech leader.

New Delhi, 20 March 2025: New research by International Workplace Group demonstrates that hybrid work is a key driver in accelerating gender parity and supporting women’s career progression, with over two thirds (71%) reporting that hybrid working with companies empowering their employees to work across multiple locations, splitting their time between local workspaces, a central office and home, has had a positive impact on their career trajectory.

The study of more than 1,000 female workers revealed that hybrid working (64%) is considered almost twice as important as parental leave (35%) in supporting women at work. This is due to the myriad advantages offered by hybrid working, including a greater work-life balance (56%), increased flexibility (58%) and time saved commuting (53%) by being able to work closer to home including in local workspaces.

Offering female workers this flexibility is a win-win for businesses – as a previous study revealed that flexible working models are also driving productivity and talent retention. 69% of flexible businesses report improved productivity in their workforces, and the same percentage believe their policies have enhanced their ability to attract and retain top talent. A McKinsey study also revealed how companies with representation of women exceeding 30 percent (and thus in the top quartile) are significantly more likely to financially outperform those with 30 percent or fewer.

Gender parity and career progression

The data shows that hybrid work is crucial to advancing gender parity in the workplace. Over half of women (56%) reported that hybrid work has led to promotions into more senior roles and a similar amount (52%) said increased flexibility had been crucial to advancing their career.

Across all ages, the majority of women said flexible work had helped level the playing field in the workplace (70%). However, there is still more to be done. According to the World Economic Forum, it will take until 2158 (in approximately five generations time) to reach gender parity if the current rate of progress continues – but flexibility will be a key factor in lessening the gender parity gap, according to half of women (53%).

Hybrid working boosts productivity

Eight in 10 (82%) women say they are more productive and efficient when able to work from a location of their choosing. Furthermore, a study by Stanford Professor Nicholas Bloom found that the hybrid model increases productivity by 3% to 4% on average, which can significantly impact overall performance. Recent research by International Workplace Group further supports this as 69% of executives at companies offering flexible working had seen productivity increases in 2024.

The research also revealed that time consuming and costly commutes are a significant barrier for women juggling multiple family commitments – however a substantial two thirds (68%) of women said that the flexibility offered by hybrid work had enabled them to stay in the workforce instead of leaving due to caretaking responsibilities. This not only plays a critical role in supporting female career advancement, but also helps to keep the majority of the female workforce engaged in employment, essential to boosting national productivity.

Fatima Koning, CCO of International Workplace Group Plc, commented: “IWG’s latest study shines a light on the key role hybrid and more flexible ways of working opportunities can play in achieving parity. Our findings underline the importance of this flexibility for promoting women’s career advancement, improving productivity and attracting, as well as retaining, female talent.”

Flexibility is a non-negotiable for businesses wanting to attract the best female talent

An overwhelming 84% of women said that workplace flexibility is a key decision making factor when applying for a new role. Furthermore, over half (58%) female employees said they would leave their job if required to undertake long commutes daily into work. This figure is the highest for female workers aged between 25-34 (62%), which is a key period in which employees can progress into more senior roles with higher earning potential.

Mark Dixon, CEO of International Workplace Group Plc, commented: “Companies that prioritise flexible and hybrid ways of working will gain a competitive edge in attracting and retaining top female talent. But the benefits don’t end there. Hybrid work has also been proven to enhance productivity and reduce overheads, making it essential for business success, driving both talent retention and a healthier bottom line.”

STAMFORD, Conn., March 20, 2025 — By 2027, AI agents will reduce the time it takes to exploit account exposures by 50% according to Gartner, Inc.

“Account takeover (ATO) remains a persistent attack vector because weak authentication credentials, such as passwords, are gathered by a variety of means including data breaches, phishing, social engineering and malware,” said Jeremy D’Hoinne, VP Analyst at Gartner. “Attackers then leverage bots to automate a barrage of login attempts across a variety of services in the hope that the credentials have been reused on multiple platforms.”

AI agents will enable automation for more steps in ATO, from social engineering based on deepfake voices, to end-to-end automation of user credential abuses.

Because of this, vendors will introduce products web, app, API and voice channels to detect, monitor and classify interactions involving AI agents.

“In the face of this evolving threat, security leaders should expedite the move toward passwordless phishing-resistant MFA,” said Akif Khan, VP Analyst at Gartner. “For customer use cases in which users may have a choice of authentication options, educate and incentivize users to migrate from passwords to multidevice passkeys where appropriate.”

Defending Against The Rise and Expansion of Social Engineering Attacks

Along with ATO, technology-enabled social engineering will also pose a significant threat to corporate cybersecurity. Gartner predicts 40% of social engineering attacks will target executives as well as the broader workforce by 2028. Attackers are now combining social engineering tactics with counterfeit reality techniques, such as deepfake audio and video, to deceive employees during calls.

Although only a few high-profile cases have been reported, these incidents have underscored the credibility of the threat and resulted in substantial financial losses for victim organizations. The challenge of detecting deepfakes is still in its early stages, particularly when applied to the diverse attack surfaces of real-time person-to-person voice and video communications across various platforms.

“Organizations will have to stay abreast of the market, and adapt procedures and workflows in an attempt to better resist attacks leveraging counterfeit reality techniques,” said Manuel Acosta, Sr. Director Analyst at Gartner. “Educating employees about the evolving threat landscape by using training specific to social engineering with deepfakes is a key step.”

Gemeria Hair, one of the top 100% pure human hair extensions suppliers, is all set to create waves at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2025, the world’s largest beauty trade show. On March 20-23, 2025, at Fair District Bologna, Italy, Gemeria Hair will present its beat of hair extensions at Booth A11_1, Hall 37.

Gemeria Hair’s participation in Cosmoprof 2025 is a strategic move to expand its international B2B presence and showcase its premium real human hair extensions, including clip-in extensions, toppers, ponytails, wigs, and more. The company, with its unbeaten quality and expertise, is eager to connect with international distributors, salon professionals, and beauty retailers at this esteemed exhibition.

“We are excited to bring Gemeria Hair’s finest human hair extensions to Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2025. Our mission is to showcase the unparalleled quality and craftsmanship that define our brand, offering luxury hair solutions that cater to a global audience. This platform allows us to connect with industry professionals and hair enthusiasts who appreciate ethically sourced, high-quality extensions.” Mani Tyagi, Gemeria Hair’s Co-founder and Managing Director.

We look forward to exhibiting our luxury range of human hair extensions at Cosmoprof Bologna 2025. Our ambition is to open up the world to Gemeria’s high-quality and craftsmanship, providing luxury hair solutions to a worldwide market says Shashi Kant Tyagi, Director, Gemeria India Pvt. Ltd.

Gemmiera Hair will exhibit its high-quality human hair extensions at Booth A11_1 in Hall 37, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna 2025. Featured will be live demonstrations where experienced stylists will demonstrate the flexibility and natural look of Gemeria extensions through hands-on styling demonstrations. Guests may also undergo product sampling, which allows them to feel and touch the softness, elasticity, and goodness of Gemeria’s human hair extensions from responsible vendors. Professional consultations are also available to business entrepreneurs and industry practitioners who wish to discover how Gemeria’s premium hair products can be incorporated into their business services.

Gemeria Hair has established itself as a trusted brand in the beauty industry for its ethical sourcing and quality 100% virgin Indian hair. With its growing international presence, Gemeria has been able to feature effectively in previous international trade shows and is looking to further its presence in Europe, North America, and other key markets.

Gemeria Hair team will be available at the booth eager to discuss business partnerships, wholesale opportunities, and the direction of the brand to come.

Bangalore, March 20, 2025: In preparation for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) matches scheduled from March 22, 2025, Bharti Airtel has made comprehensive arrangements at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Its efforts will ensure a seamless network experience for the anticipated crowd of nearly 100,000 cricketing fans during the matches.

Airtel has enhanced all its existing sites around the stadium and strategically installed one macro along with two Cell On Wheels (COW) sites within the stadium vicinity. This augmentation will significantly improve voice and data connectivity for Airtel customers attending the matches. The network upgrades have been strategically planned to accommodate the expected high volume of spectators.

Speaking on the readiness, Rajnish Verma, CEO – Karnataka, Bharti Airtel, said As M. Chinnaswamy stadium gets ready to host the much-awaited cricket tournament, we’ve reinforced our mobile network to manage the anticipated crowd. Spectators can look forward to seamless connectivity, keeping them connected and sharing the excitement live.”

To offer a seamless and ubiquitous network experience across Bangalore city, extensive network optimization has been conducted at the airport, railway stations and all key locations in the city. All the key premium hotels in and around the city have also undergone comprehensive network assessments to enhance coverage.

Airtel has taken measures specifically for the IPL and have augmented its network across all the stadiums in the country to cater to the cricket fever starting from March and continuing on till May 2025.

By- Mr. Mohd. Tameem Alam, Assistant Manager – Assessment & Certification

Awarding bodies, such as the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC), play a critical role in India’s skill development ecosystem. As a Sector Skill Council, THSC is responsible for assessing and certifying candidates to meet industry standards, ensuring fair and accurate evaluations. By bridging the gap between skill acquisition and workforce demands in sectors like tourism and hospitality, THSC significantly contributes to creating a skilled and job-ready workforce.

 Establishing Industry Standards
THSC collaborates with industry leaders, trainers, and subject-matter experts to develop robust guidelines and assessment frameworks. These standards ensure that candidates acquire the knowledge and competencies necessary to thrive in the evolving tourism and hospitality sectors. A certification from THSC goes beyond being a formal credential—it serves as a credible endorsement of a candidate’s ability to perform essential job tasks, enhancing both their employability and professional credibility.

  Since its inception, THSC has conducted over 14.5 lakhs assessments and developed a pool of more than 650 certified assessors who evaluate candidates across various job roles. This extensive experience underscores THSC’s commitment to maintaining quality and relevance in skill certification.

 Key Job Roles Certified by THSC
THSC’s certification programs focus on a wide range of critical job roles in the tourism and hospitality sector, ensuring that candidates are equipped to meet industry standards and expectations. These roles include Food & Beverage Service Assistant, Guest Service Associate (Front Office), and Food & Beverage Service – Associate, which emphasizes excellence in customer service and operational efficiency. For more specialized roles, certifications are offered for Guest Service Executive (Front Office), Customer Service Executive (Meet and Greet), and Guest Service Associate (Housekeeping), ensuring a seamless guest experience. Additionally, job roles like Commis Chef, Assistant Chef, and Tour Guide focus on culinary and experiential services, vital for enhancing guest satisfaction. Lastly, the Counter Sales Executive – Tourism and Hospitality role supports the retail and customer interaction aspects of the industry, making certified candidates highly valuable across multiple domains. These certifications prepare candidates for successful careers while meeting the workforce demands of the sector.

Ensuring Quality Through Compliance and Collaboration
THSC adheres to the guidelines established by the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) and works in partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC). These collaborations align skill training programs with India’s Skill India Mission.

 Under the guidance of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), THSC’s efforts aim to ensure the tourism and hospitality sector has access to a skilled and certified workforce, enabling the sector to meet both domestic and global demands.

Practical Assessments for Real-World Application
THSC prioritizes practical, scenario-based assessments to prepare candidates for real-world challenges. This approach allows candidates to gain hands-on experience, boosting their confidence and job readiness.
For employers in the competitive tourism and hospitality industry, certifications act as a reliable tool for identifying qualified talent in roles such as Commis Chef, Tour Guide, or Guest Service Executive (Front Office). In many instances, possessing a THSC certification is a decisive factor in securing a position in the job market.

Global Recognition and Enhanced Employability
A major advantage of THSC certifications is their international recognition. With these credentials, candidates can explore job opportunities not just in India but also in global markets. This global acknowledgment significantly enhances candidates’ career prospects, making them more attractive to employers worldwide.

 For businesses, certified professionals in roles like Food & Beverage Service – Associate or Counter Sales Executive – Tourism and Hospitality bring assured competency, helping companies meet industry standards and improve service delivery. This ensures a more efficient workforce and contributes to the sustained success of the tourism and hospitality sector.

 Supporting India’s Skill Development Goals
THSC plays a pivotal role in maintaining the quality and relevance of skill assessments and certifications. Through partnerships with NCVET, NSDC, and MSDE, THSC contributes to creating a highly skilled workforce that supports the growth and modernization of the tourism and hospitality industries.

Chandigarh, 20 March 2025: Burger King India, one of the country’s fastest-growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) chains, proudly celebrates a major milestone—crossing 500+ restaurants nationwide. This achievement underscores the brand’s rapid expansion, commitment to innovation, and relentless focus on guest satisfaction. With ambitious plans ahead, Burger King India is on track to expand its, bringing its signature flavours, affordability, and tech-enabled dining experiences to millions more across the country.

Launched on November 9th 2014, currently Burger King India is present in 119 cities as it continues to redefine the QSR landscape by seamlessly blending global standards with local flavours. The restaurants feature state-of-the-art technological first designs where Self-Ordering Kiosks (SOK) and Table ordering help the reduce the ordering time. Table Service is enabled in all Burger King restaurants for an enhanced dining experience for the guests.

Burger King India has consistently adapted to Indian tastes by introducing locally inspired flavours, including the Chicken Tandoori, Chicken Makhani Burger, and Paneer Royale Burger. Burger King has always stood for Value Leadership and believes in giving good tasty menu for Indian wallet and palate. The brand has launched some of the most competitively priced menu items in the industry, deals starting at ₹79 for 2 Crispy Veg Burgers and ₹99 for a 3in1 Crispy Veg meal consisting of Burger, Fries and Coke, and exclusive app offers reinforcing its commitment to delivering quality food at exceptional value.

With the Launch of BK Café in Nov’21 and currently having 450+ cafes across the country, Burger King is committed to serving superior coffee experience. With its unique in house blend which has 100% Arabica beans giving citrus, caramel and peanut notes, creating a balanced taste of coffee which the guests love. BK Café serves coffee experiences paired with food which ensure each cup of coffee is a “Sip To Remember”.

Rajeev Varman, Group CEO and Whole Time Director – Restaurant Brands Asia Limited, shared his thoughts on the milestone, “Crossing 500 restaurants is a defining moment in Burger King India’s journey. This achievement is a reflection of our commitment to accessibility, innovation, and guest satisfaction. As we continue our expansion, especially in Tier-II and Tier-III cities, our focus remains on delivering great value, India relevant innovations and tastes, and an elevated guest dining experience in our restaurants. Our growth is driven by deep consumer insights, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering passion for quality service.”

Burger King India continues to lead the way in tech-enabled dining, ensuring a seamless and engaging guest experience:

· 450+ restaurants now feature digital kiosks, reducing wait times by 50%.

· Innovative marketing campaigns, including capturing real-time IPL moments. AI-powered campaigns like the Dhamakedaar Diwali campaign “BurgerKingSwaadKaPatakha”, which created highly personalized interactions and Ringing in the new year through the “Coffee Fortunes” campaign where using AI, BK Café’s let guests uncover their fortune for 2025 through coffee foam patterns, blending ancient tradition with modern technology for a fun and engaging experience.
· The Burger King app, with 1 million+ active users, offers exclusive offers and seamless ordering.

19th March 2025, New Delhi: In her special address at the ASSOCHAM virtual session on Risk Management and Internal Control, Ms. Yatri Dave Vitekar, IRPS Chief Vigilance Officer Securities and Exchange Board of India said In a regulatory landscape where public trust is paramount, anyone handling public money has an inherent duty to act as a public servant, ensuring transparency, accountability, and ethical governance. The increasing volume of complaints—both public and private—highlights the urgent need for robust preventive mechanisms. Establishing strong systems for oversight and compliance is not just a regulatory mandate but a commitment to fostering a corruption-free environment where financial integrity and public confidence remain uncompromised. Adhering to SEBI regulations not only mitigates financial and compliance risks but also strengthens corporate governance, fostering long-term sustainability and market integrity.

There is a need to set up internal control systems to avoid corruption and malpractices. In today’s evolving financial landscape, regulatory compliance is not just a requirement but a cornerstone of trust and stability. SEBI’s stringent framework ensures transparency, accountability, and investor protection, compelling businesses to adopt robust risk management and internal control measures. Recognizing potential risks that may impact operations, financial reporting, and compliance is the way put it.

Mr. Sim Keng Chong Partner, Foo Kon Tan Advisory Services Pte Ltd, Singapore spoke about Effective risk management which is the backbone of strong corporate governance. By integrating the COSO Framework, he further said that organizations can proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks across financial, operational, and compliance areas. A robust internal control system—built on clear objectives, structured risk assessment, and continuous monitoring—ensures transparency, strengthens accountability, and safeguards business integrity in an ever-evolving landscape. Top-level management reviews to oversee internal controls should be regularly organized.

In his inaugural address Mr. Naveen Aggarwal Co-chairperson, ASSOCHAM National Council for Internal Audit & Risk Management; and Co-Managing Partner, S S Kothari Mehta, and Co. LLP focused on multiple risks in corporate governance from ethical to technological to regulatory to financially. These complaints should be perceived with clarity and authenticity. Reputational risk should be accounted for, he said.

Mr. Vijay Sachdeva Co-chairperson, ASSOCHAM National Council for Corporate Affairs, Company Law, and Corporate Governance; and Head of Risk Management & Internal Audit, Chambal Fertilisers, and Chemicals Limited gave his concluding remarks sharing the role of internal control system to safeguard interests of stakeholders and interest of company.

As India continues its journey towards cementing its foothold as a startup powerhouse globally, events like Startup Mahakumbh play a crucial role in shaping the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Scheduled to take place from April 3–5, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, this mega event is set to bring together 3,000+ exhibiting startups, 1,000+ investors, and international delegates from 50+ countries, making it one of the biggest startup gatherings in the country.

If you’re an entrepreneur looking to scale your business, network with industry leaders, and gain invaluable insights, here’s why you must attend Startup Mahakumbh:

1. Meet & Attract Investors

With over 1,000 investors and incubators, 5,000+ entrepreneurs attending, startups have the opportunity to pitch their business, build investor relationships, and secure crucial funding for growth. This is a chance to interact with angel investors, venture capitalists, and corporate funds who are actively looking to support high-potential startups.

2. Gain DPIIT’s recognition through the Startup MahaRathi Challenge

A flagship competition designed to identify and accelerate India’s most promising early to growth-stage startups across 10 key sectors, including AI, FinTech, HealthTech, Agritech, DeepTech, and more. Participants will receive national recognition by DPIIT, mentorship from industry leaders, and funding opportunities from a ₹30 Crore funding pool, with grants of up to ₹5 Lakh for top startups.

3. Gain Global Exposure

With international delegates from more than 50 countries, this event offers a platform to showcase innovations to a global audience, attract international investors, and explore potential overseas expansion. Startups selected through this initiative will also gain exposure to global markets through Startup India alongside getting a chance to connect with global investors, corporate leaders, and international ecosystem enablers.

4. Showcase Innovations Across Thematic Pavilions

Dedicated pavillions covering industries like AI, FinTech, AgriTech, HealthTech, DeepTech, and Sustainability allow startups to demonstrate groundbreaking ideas to investors, policymakers, and potential partners. These pavilions create structured opportunities for startups to attract attention from relevant stakeholders.

5. Learn from Industry Experts in Masterclasses & Panels

Engage in expert-led masterclasses and insightful panel discussions featuring seasoned entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers. There will also be exclusive Mentoring Zones across all 10 t hematic pavilions powered by The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE), which will provide a unique opportunity for founders to gain direct access to top industry mentors, investors, and thought leaders. These sessions will offer actionable insights into business growth, emerging market trends, funding challenges, and regulatory frameworks.

6. Exclusive Investor Roundtables & Corporate Partnerships

Engage in closed-door discussions with venture capitalists, angel investors, and corporate leaders. These B2B meetings are designed to connect startups with potential funders, strategic partners, and business mentors, helping them forge long-term collaborations.

7. Launch & Showcase Products to a Targeted Audience

Startups can unveil their latest innovations, receive feedback, and conduct live demonstrations to investors, industry leaders, and potential customers. This is an excellent platform to test new products, attract media attention, and gain credibility in the startup ecosystem.

8. Hire Top Talent

For startups looking to expand their teams, Startup Mahakumbh presents a great opportunity to meet and attract top industry talent with more than 3,000+ startups being present

9. Inspire Futurepreneurs

The Futurepreneurs Program will provide a platform for young innovators from top colleges to showcase AI-driven solutions, compete for a ₹1 Crore prize pool, and gain mentorship from experts.

10. Get Inspired

Even if you’re in the process of setting up your startup, being in the midst of stalwarts of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, there will be multiple touchpoints for everyone to be inspired as the event is designed to accommodate startups of every scale.