Archives July 2025

July, 31, 2025, New Delhi: The Indian Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA), organized the 17^th edition of Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Conclave themed “Accelerating the Energy Transition – Role of T&D”, today in New Delhi.

Speaking at the conclave, Chief Guest, Shri Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, CEA, highlighted the evolving energy landscape and the critical role of the transmission and distribution sector.

“Energy transition is happening at a fast pace, and our requirements need to match this pace. We have currently reached 243 GW, and we are on our way to achieving 500 GW as per plan. We should not stop here but go far beyond. In line, we have also increased our coal-based capacities as well. A huge traction is likely to come from nuclear systems and hydro & pumped Hydro which was 4.7GW earlier and now 6.5 GW, but what we are targeting is much bigger. All these needs a lot of investments which increases pressure and opens opportunities on the transmission & distribution sector”

Shri Sunil Singhvi, President, IEEMA, highlighted the sector’s strong performance, stating, “With a 10% growth rate, the electrical industry is moving ahead rapidly. T&D Conclave has evolved from just a collaborative platform to one that enables industry-to discuss concerns, networking, and problem-solving.” He emphasized the need for backward integration to compete globally and emphasized that “quality and reliability is core to IEEMA’s values and the same will be key to achieving our goals in this energy transition era.”

First envisioned in 2017, this conclave has grown into a dynamic platform of thought leadership, advocacy, and collaboration for the entire T&D ecosystem. Engaging panel discussions and insightful plenary sessions brought valuable takeaways from industry experts, adding depth and energy to the event.

Vikram Gandotra, President Elect, IEEMA; Charu Mathur, Director General, IEEMA; D. K. Singh, Chairman, IEEMA – T&D Projects Division; Rajinder Gupta Vice Chairman, IEEMA – T&D Projects Division were the other key speakers of the conclave.

National, July 31, 2025: Neworld Developers, one of India’s most forward-thinking real estate conglomerates, has unveiled its latest flagship residential project — Northern Hills — a thoughtfully crafted living experience in North Goa that promises to redefine the idea of modern luxury through deep-rooted cultural values and a powerful connection with nature.

Located just minutes away from the Manohar International Airport at Mopa, Northern Hills isn’t just another address; it’s an emotion — a destination where the tranquility of Goa’s natural landscape converges with the vision of aspirational India. Set against the scenic backdrop of lush green hills, the project has been meticulously designed to bring alive Goa’s rich architectural legacy while embracing cutting-edge sustainable infrastructure. From laterite stone facades and sloping roofs that echo Goan heritage, to solar-ready rooftops and rainwater harvesting systems, every element of Northern Hills has been curated to serve the needs of a conscious, contemporary homeowner.

What makes Northern Hills truly unique is its rare harmony of low-density living and vibrant community energy. With over 60% of the area dedicated to green cover — including fruit orchards, open parks, and curated walking trails — the township offers an unparalleled lifestyle marked by serenity, wellness, and seamless connectivity. Strategically planned with wide internal roads, cycling tracks, and electric vehicle-friendly infrastructure, the development brings together the best of old-world charm and future-ready convenience.

Commenting on the launch, Sunil Sisodiya, Founder & Chairman of Neworld Developers, said, “Northern Hills is not just a real estate project—it’s a philosophy. In a world chasing excess, we wanted to create a place that brings people back to their roots while offering them all the comforts of refined modern living. Northern Hills reflects our deep commitment to building not just homes, but communities that grow, thrive, and sustain.”

Designed for families, investors, and nature lovers alike, Northern Hills is poised to become one of Goa’s most coveted addresses—where every sunrise comes with the scent of fresh orchards, and every home tells a story of balance, beauty, and belonging.

With limited plots and villas now open for booking, Northern Hills is already drawing interest from across India and abroad. Neworld Developers invites aspiring homeowners and investors to be a part of this rare, rooted chapter in Goa’s evolving real estate narrative.

30th July 2025, Jaipur :  As India steps deeper into the hybrid age of design—where boundaries blur between living, working, and wellness—lighting is no longer an accessory. It is strategy. And for the country’s leading architects and interior designers, that strategy must be beautifully responsive, technically flawless, and emotionally intelligent.

At the heart of this shift is Lumeil, the curated platform redefining how premium decorative lighting supports—and enhances—today’s multifunctional interiors. With a designer-first mindset and an obsession with detail, Lumeil has become a vital partner in a world where homes serve as both sanctuaries and studios.

“The modern home moves,” says Naman Jain, Founding Member of Lumeil. “It flexes between roles, energies, and rhythms. Lighting must now reflect this motion—shaping mood, enhancing functionality, and anchoring aesthetic clarity across changing zones.”

What Today’s Architects Demand—and How Lumeil Delivers

Performance Meets Poetics

Lumeil’s collections are designed not just to be admired, but to adapt. With dimmable warmth, zonal control, and a deep understanding of architectural flow, each piece becomes a deliberate layer in the designer’s toolkit—merging sculptural form with precision function.

Agility for Evolving Floorplans

From discreet pendants that tuck into compact reading alcoves, to bold centerpiece’s that float above dining rooms-turned-boardrooms, Lumeil’s range supports flexible living. Offered in finishes that echo both global minimalism and India’s material heritage, the portfolio bridges diverse design languages with ease.

Seamless, White-Glove Procurement

Gone are the days of scattered vendors and inconsistent coordination. Lumeil provides end-to-end project support—from intelligent shortlisting and stock coordination to insured, on-time pan-India delivery. Whether the site is in Kochi or Chandigarh, delivery aligns with real construction schedules, not just cart checkouts.

Studio-Ready, Spec-Perfect Tools

Every Lumeil fixture comes spec-loaded: technical documentation, CAD-compatible files, and high-resolution images that drop straight into design decks and client presentations—removing ambiguity and accelerating execution.

Lighting: From Accent to Architectural Asset

In this new era of fluid space, lighting is emerging as a core architectural layer—impacting energy, emotion, and experience across the home. For elite designers, it is no longer about the fixture. It is about the role it plays in spatial storytelling.

And in this evolution, Lumeil does not just follow—it leads. By aligning lighting with the multifaceted nature of modern life, it offers the rare luxury of design that is both editorially expressive and operationally effortless.

July 30, 2025, New Delhi: It was a power packed inaugural session of PHDCCI’s Ammo Power Conference held today at Hotel Le Meridien, New Delhi where the most credible and capable minds from across the defence ecosystem were gathered to reflect on the present challenges and envision a way forward for a strong, resilient and future-ready ammunition base. The theme, “Building Ammunitions Ecosystem for self-reliant and future ready India” was apt looking at the global scenario, agreed all the dignitaries present.

Welcoming the high profile gathering of Armed Forces, Industry and Policy makers, Dr. Nasir Jamal, Director, PHDCCI, stated that be it land warfare, naval operations or air defence, ammunition is not just a consumable – it is a critical enabler of a mission’s success, deterrence and preparedness. In the age of modern warfare and evolving threats, our munitions must be smart, precise, reliable and indigenously available. Today, we are all gathered to progress towards and achieve this collective mission.

Addressing the gathering Chief Guest, Shri Sanjeev Kumar, Secretary (Defence Production), Ministry of Defence, GoI, said that we all understand the requirement of ammunition and where all we stand today as well as the unpredictable global scenario. Self reliance is necessary and that has been the theme of the government for more than a decade now.

“There’s no lacking in the intention of the government and armed forces as user, the industry needs to concentrate on the entire value chain so that we are not only able to meet our requirement but also fulfil global requirement. Improved ammunition and the quantity are very important. Even in the medieval period, improved ammunition played advantage in the war. We need to be self-reliant in Ammunitions at all cost as even the friendly nations are working towards fulfilling their own requirement, he said

“We understand the challenges in this industry and today’s Conference would certainly add to an understanding of what needs to be done. Let us all sit together and work on it”, he added.

Sharing the ammunition landscape with respect to Indian Army, Lt. Gen. Amardeep Singh Aujla, PVSM, UYSM, YSM, SM, VSM, Master General Sustenance, Indian Army, shared that out of the 175 variants of ammunition in our inventory, 154 are indigenous, and by the end of this year, we will be 100% indigenous.

Wars today are becoming lethal and precise, Indian Armed forces are looking at smart and intelligent ammunition which are tailor made and customised to our requirements with faster replenishments, assured quality and 100% indigenous. Future of Indian Army will not be built in the battle field alone, it will be built in your factories, your R&D centres.

In his address, Air Marshal KAA Sanjeeb, VSM, Director General (Systems), Indian Air Force emphasised to become producers and not just assemblers, create centre of excellence, work with global giants like Israel and Russia and invest in building intellect in armament sector. There’s also a need to relax licensing, both import and export.

“Indian Navy has already done 70% indigenisation. There’s a lot of scope for existing as well as new players. We have almost Rs.5000 crore outstanding orders, there are a lot of orders in the pipeline. For private industry, sky is the limit with the recent changes in the warfare and the disruption in this sector”, said Kaval Singh, INAS, Principal Director of Naval Armament, Ministry of defence (Navy). There are various challenges to be addressed for a smoother transition to complete atmanirbharta for eg., capacity building, capacity utilisation, technology upgradation, high capital cost, safety issues, regulations and quality assurance, deficiency of critical resources, supply chain vulnerability and the dependency on imports. Convergence of all 3 viz., the users, the industry and the policy makers is critical to overcome these challenges.

Vaibhav Gupta, Co-Chair, PHDCCI Defence & HLS Committee opened the session with a compelling message: “Ammunition today is not merely strategic—it is foundational to India’s shared vision of transformation and sovereignty.”

Ashok Wadhawan, Joint President & Head Land Systems, Adani Defence, highlighted that in the last 5–6 years, there have been conflicts all over the world. And war today is played with ammunition unlike tanks and missiles, and this puts a lot of pressure on the world. He emphasized that India must build private sector capability, supported by public institutions, to keep pace with this change. He identified loitering munitions and energetic materials as focus areas and called for urgent policy reform to enable growth.

“Wars have changed, the focus has shifted from tanks to drones. We should start producing precision-ammunition”, said Ashish Kansal, Chief Executive Officer, SMPP Ltd., echoing the call for transformation, stressing that “Ammunition is no longer just an operational requirement, it’s the backbone of modern warfare.” Citing learnings from Operation Sindoor, he emphasized the transition to drone warfare, smart ammunition, and the critical need for public-private partnerships. He also advocated for investment in skill development and explosive handling training centers.

Arjun Dutt Atluri, Co-Chair, PHDCCI Defence & HLS Committee, gave the vote of thanks underlining the importance of such interactive sessions for collective efforts for the strategic growth self-reliance.

On this ocassion, a report on “AMMUNITIONS ECOSYSTEM FOR A SELF-RELIANT AND FUTURE-READY INDIA” prepared by PHDCCI and Sugosha Advisory was also unveiled by the dignitaries present.

Mumbai, 30 July 2025: Magenta Mobility, India’s leading electric mobility solutions provider, has announced the appointment of Mr. Ankur Bhandari as its new Head of Finance. With over 15 years of financial leadership experience across the chemicals, retail, consumer goods, and logistics sectors, Mr. Bhandari brings deep expertise and strategic insight to this critical role.

This appointment comes at a pivotal time as Magenta Mobility gears up for its next phase of growth and innovation. Mr. Bhandari’s proven track record in financial planning, business partnering, and margin optimisation will be key to strengthening the company’s financial performance and supporting its long-term strategy. At Magenta, he will focus on building a high-impact finance function that enables cost leadership, scalability, and operational excellence.

Before joining Magenta Mobility, he held leadership roles at DP World Group, Mahindra Logistics, VRS Foods Ltd., BASF Chemicals, and Texmo Pipes and Products Ltd., where he drove transformation initiatives across finance, supply chain, and operations.

Mr. Maxson Lewis, Managing Director and CEO, Magenta Mobility, said “We are excited to welcome Ankur to our leadership team. His strategic acumen, deep domain expertise, and hands-on approach to financial transformation will be invaluable as Magenta continues to scale in a dynamic and competitive market.”

Mr. Ankur Bhandari, Head of Finance, Magenta Mobility added, “I’m thrilled to join Magenta at such an exciting time in its journey. It’s a dynamic brand with bold plans to scale, and I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to build financial agility, support sustainable growth, and help shape the next chapter of Magenta’s success story.”

With this appointment, Magenta Mobility reinforces its commitment to building a robust, future-ready leadership team to power its mission of decarbonising logistics at scale.

Hyderabad, 30th July 2025: Monarch Surveyors and Engineering Consultants Limited (“Monarch Surveyors / Company”), headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra is the 596th company to get listed on the BSE SME Platform. Monarch Surveyor is engaged in providing comprehensive consultancy services under concept to commissioning of infrastructure projects which includes survey, design and technical supervision for roads, railways, metros, town planning, geospatial, mapping, land acquisition, water, transmission Line, pipelines and other civil engineering sectors. Mr. Dattatraya Mohaniraj Karpe, Mr. Sanjay Bhalchandra Vidwans, Mr. Sunil Shrikrishna Bhalerao and Mr. Bhartesh Rajkumar Shah are the promoters of the Company.

The Company’s IPO was a bookbuilding issue comprising of fresh issue of 37.50 lakh equity shares. The equity shares were issued at a ₹250 per equity share, aggregating to a total issue size of ₹93.75 crores. The IPO of the Company closed on 24th July 2025.

Largest AI-powered blue-collar worker recruitment platform in India, Vahan.ai secures strategic investment from LemmaTree; aims to empower 1 billion people with employment opportunities

National, 30 July, 2025: Vahan.ai, India’s leading AI-powered recruitment platform for blue-collar workers, has announced a strategic investment from LemmaTree, an investment firm founded by Temasek, a global investment company headquartered in Singapore. Alongside this transaction, Vahan.ai has also acquired L.earn, the digital learning and upskilling tech platform of GoodWorker, which was backed by Lemmatree.

Together, this investment and acquisition mark a significant milestone in Vahan.ai’s mission—not just to connect millions of Indians to job opportunities, but to empower them with the skills and career advancement they need to thrive.

This announcement comes amid the rapid evolution of India’s blue-collar workforce, with blue-collar jobs set to drive 70% of the country’s new employment growth by 2030, as highlighted in a recent report. This growing segment is also seeing wage increases, with blue-collar jobs growing at a rate of 5.7% annually. As this critical workforce expands, there is an urgent need for a scalable, intelligent, and inclusive job infrastructure to support it. Meanwhile, India’s gig economy, a key driver in this transformation, is projected to grow at a 17% CAGR and reach a gross volume of $455 billion by the end of the decade, potentially creating up to 90 million jobs. These trends emphasise the need for technology-driven platforms to efficiently connect millions of blue-collar and gig workers to reliable, long-term livelihoods.

To date, Vahan.ai has placed over 1 million workers across 920+ cities and currently facilitates approximately 40,000 job placements per month, working with employers such as Zepto, Swiggy, Blinkit, and Zomato. The new investment will primarily be deployed to enhance Vahan.ai’s proprietary tech stack—including the development of advanced AI capabilities tailored for large-scale, multilingual recruitment. The platform plans to expand support to eight additional Indian languages, enabling deeper access to job seekers in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets. Vahan also aims to enter new high-growth sectors while accelerating its footprint across India and select international markets such as Southeast Asia and the MENA region.

As the blue-collar workforce expands, there is a pressing need for an intelligent and inclusive job infrastructure to support them. The acquisition of L.earn adds a powerful skilling layer to Vahan.ai’s offering. L.earn provides mobile-first, vernacular content tailored for gig and frontline workers in sectors like logistics, manufacturing, and retail. By embedding modular skilling journeys directly into the job-seeking process, Vahan.ai will empower workers to enhance employability, access better-paying roles, and build long-term careers. This approach not only benefits job seekers but also helps employers bridge the growing demand for skilled labour—creating a win-win ecosystem.

Commenting on the development, Madhav Krishna, CEO and Founder, Vahan.ai, said, “This partnership accelerates Vahan.ai’s ambition to build the most advanced AI-led infrastructure for employment in India’s informal sector. With LemmaTree’s backing and the integration of L.earn, we’re reimagining how workers access livelihoods – through voice-led interfaces, multilingual support, and embedded skills that adapt to each user’s context. The recruitment industry in India is undergoing a revolution, but for that growth to be sustainable and equitable, workers need both access and advancement. The focus now is on deepening personalisation, scaling across new industries, and ensuring that every interaction on our platform moves a worker closer to long-term economic mobility. We’re building not just a hiring engine, but a career ecosystem for Bharat.”

Speaking about this investment, Glenn Gore, CEO, LemmaTree, said, “We are thrilled to join forces with Vahan.ai as they redefine how businesses connect with frontline workers across India and beyond. Vahan’s innovative platform and passionate team are unlocking new opportunities for millions, driving both economic empowerment and operational efficiency. We look forward to supporting Vahan in its journey to create a more inclusive and dynamic workforce ecosystem.”

Vahan.ai’s cutting-edge AI-driven technology is transforming the way India’s blue-collar workforce accesses employment opportunities, bridging gaps in digital literacy, language barriers, and infrastructure. At its core is a voice-based AI recruiter powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4o, capable of conducting human-like conversations with job seekers in English and Hindi over a simple phone call. This AI layer streamlines the hiring journey, from job discovery and application to interview scheduling, cutting through traditional barriers like digital literacy, language, and infrastructure. Vahan.ai’s system handles thousands of simultaneous interactions daily, automating repetitive tasks while maintaining empathy and contextual accuracy. With plans to expand to eight additional Indian languages, the platform is designed to meet users where they are, enabling even first-time internet users to access meaningful employment opportunities simply by speaking.

India, July 30, 2025: The Security Solutions Business of Godrej Enterprises Group has unveiled findings from its Happiness Survey, which revealed that 83% of respondents place increased importance on securing personal belongings. This growing sense of responsibility highlights how the idea of protection evolves from mere caution to conscious preparedness. As investments in gold continue to be a preferred choice, this shift reflects a deeper understanding of both emotional and financial security.

Interestingly, over 51% of respondents expressed a preference for trusted home lockers, with gold cited as a key factor in their decision. As families look to secure what matters most, the demand for home lockers has grown stronger, underpinned by trust, reliability, and design that blends seamlessly into modern living spaces.

Commenting on the insights, Mr. Pushkar Gokhale, Business Head of the Security Solutions Business, Godrej Enterprises Group, said, “As gold continues its upward trajectory, it is shaping consumer preferences and driving a new era of responsibility towards protecting one’s assets. Our survey findings reaffirm a growing mindset shift where individuals are not only investing in wealth, but also in its preservation and protection. This emerging trend presents a unique opportunity for brands like ours to bridge aspiration with assurance, offering solutions that evolve with consumer needs. Aligned with this, we are committed to capturing 85% of the home locker category by innovating with purpose and designing with empathy. As custodians of trust, our goal is to ensure every Indian household can protect what truly matters, peace of mind, dignity, and legacy.”

Supporting this shift, India’s Smart lockers’ market has been growing steadily and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.8%, projected till 2030, according to 6Wresearch. This growth is being driven not just by advancements in technology, but also a result of the broader consumer shifts including the rapid rise of e-commerce. It reflects a growing awareness around secure storage solutions within the home environment.

At the consumer level, personal security is being redefined. Lockers are no longer just security tools they are becoming a part of the modern home, especially in urban and tier-2 cities, where design-conscious consumers seek a balance between aesthetics and assurance. From space optimisation to emotional reassurance, families today are actively investing in lockers that meet their evolving needs, blending seamlessly into everyday life.

Through its consumer-first lens, Godrej’s Security Solutions Business continues to expand the home locker category with a wide portfolio of offerings tailored for modern homes combining strength, design, and innovation. With a continued focus on accessibility and trust, the company remains committed to protecting what matters most to Indian households.

July 30, 2025— Rockwell Automation, Inc. , the world’s largest company dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, today announced the results of the 10th annual “State of Smart Manufacturing Report: Life Sciences Edition.” The study encompasses the responses of 143 leaders from life sciences manufacturers across 15 of the leading manufacturing countries, including India.

Life sciences manufacturers are working to keep up with growing demand, rising costs, growing cybersecurity threats, and complex compliance requirements, all while navigating ongoing workforce challenges. Many are turning to advanced technologies to help them become more agile and adapt to constant change.

Smart manufacturing is a clear area of focus with 95% of life sciences manufacturers saying they are using or evaluating smart technology. Specifically, companies are using artificial intelligence (AI) to help improve product quality, protect systems and support employees where skilled labor is hard to find. Leaders are also thinking beyond quick wins and investing in technologies that will help them expand capacity and build more secure operations over time.

Highlighting the key insights from the report, Dilip Sawhney, managing director, Rockwell Automation India, said: “The life sciences sector in India is experiencing significant transformation due to evolving global tariff scenarios, supply chain challenges, and the dual imperatives of patient-centric innovation and operational resilience. The findings of this year’s report reaffirm that technologies like AI, digital twins, and smart manufacturing are no longer optional—they are essential to addressing talent shortages, regulatory compliance, supply chain constraints, and scaling with resilience and agility.”

Key global findings include:

• Smart manufacturing is nearly universal. 95% of life sciences manufacturers are using or evaluating smart technology.
• Top use cases for AI are clear. Most companies use AI to improve quality (53%), streamline operations (50%) and strengthen cybersecurity (48%).
• Hiring remains a major challenge. 26% of leaders say finding skilled workers is the biggest barrier to growth in 2025.
• Tech helps fill talent gaps. Nearly half of life sciences manufacturers are turning to AI (48%) and automation (46%) to support their workforce.
• Emerging tech is gaining traction. 36% plan to invest in generative or causal AI, and 35% are exploring digital twins and simulation tools.
• Investments are focused on long-term value. Leaders are prioritizing growth (66%), expanding capacity (62%) and protecting operations (50%).

Although most manufacturers collect large volumes of data, only 46% say they are using it effectively. As digital tools scale, the ability to turn insights into action will be key to unlocking smarter, faster decision-making.

Brothers come in all kinds.

Some are spreadsheet wizards, others spontaneous adventurers. Some dress to impress even at 9 AM, while others live in their favorite oversized tee. Some bring calm, others bring chaos (and most bring both).

This Raksha Bandhan, move beyond the usual sweets and socks. Celebrate him for who he really is — with a gift that matches his pace, personality, and panache. Whether he’s all about sharp collars, effortless casuals, or a style that’s quietly confident, here’s a guide that makes gifting less of a chore and more of a vibe.

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Crafted in soft, breathable cotton with a playful print, it’s more than a shirt — it’s a hug in the form of style. For all the nights he stayed up listening, and all the times he made things feel better without even trying.

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He may not say much, but his presence speaks volumes — steady, warm, and always just right. This Raksha Bandhan, gift him something that feels like him: easy, dependable, and quietly confident. A timeless piece that fits into his routine just like he fits into yours — without fanfare, but with all the heart.

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4. Arrow AutoPress Solid Dobby Shirt

For the brother whose strength has always been soft, and whose calm voice still makes everything feel right.

This Raksha Bandhan, gift him a shirt that reflects his quiet grace. The subtle texture of the dobby weave brings understated depth to crisp cotton — a classic as steady as his support and as comforting as late-night stories shared under a single light.

Every thread is a thank-you for the hidden shoulder shrugs, the gentle encouragements, and being the balance to your whirlwind. Gift him this to say: I see you. I appreciate all you are.

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