Surat, September 10,2025 – Stratefix Consulting, a management-consulting firm that develops and executes growth strategies for mid-sized businesses, has partnered with OMEEL Coils, a leading manufacturer and exporter in the industrial heat exchanger and coil segment. The engagement will focus on building structured systems in two key areas: Operational Excellence and Strategic HR Re-engineering. This partnership aims for a ’ long-term growth vision of becoming a top player in the HVAC and heat exchanger industry.

 OMEEL Coils, with over two decades of industry experience, offers a wide range of industrial and commercial products such as air/water cooled condensers, evaporators, oil coolers, marine coolers, low-temperature units, fan coil units, condensing units, chilling plants, and air handling units. With increasing demand and expansion into new markets, the company is strengthening its internal systems to support scale and performance.

Stratefix will work closely with the OMEEL team to implement structured operational systems that simplify day-to-day functions and improve overall coordination. Initiatives will include 5S implementation, lean practices, and a complete inventory management overhaul to improve process ownership, cleanliness, and efficiency. The HR initiative will redesign the organization’s structure and roles to ensure workforce alignment with business needs.

Mr. Bharat Savaliya, Managing Director, Omeel Coils Pvt. Ltd commented, “We see the need for structured internal systems as we expand and strengthen our position in the market. This partnership with Stratefix will help us enhance internal operations and people systems while continuing to deliver reliable engineering solutions to our clients. It is a step towards building a future-ready organization. We are particularly excited about implementing ERP systems, lean tools, and visual workplace practices to enable faster decision-making and process discipline. We believe that strong internal systems are key to managing scale effectively, maintaining product quality, and improving customer experience.”

Ms Dimple Shastri, Partner at Stratefix Consulting, said, “Our role is to bring in systems that are practical and aligned with business goals. With OMEEL’s technical expertise and market presence, we aim to create operational processes that help the team function smoothly and scale effectively. This includes structured implementation of ERP, performance dashboards, and visual project management tools like Kanban and Gantt boards. The focus will be on streamlining workflows, setting up standard operating procedures, and enabling better monitoring of key performance indicators across departments.”

With the business gearing up for long-term expansion, the focus is on building systems that are easy to manage, provide visibility across departments, and enable teams to operate with great coordination. Both operational and people-related improvements are expected to help OMEEL increase speed, reduce errors, and make better use of available resources.

Ms Anupama Sultania, Partner at Stratefix Consulting, added, “Human Resource structuring plays a key role in supporting business growth. Our focus is on designing systems that are clear, easy to manage, and help teams stay aligned. This is about building a workforce that can grow with the business. We will implement skill matrix frameworks, manpower planning, JD-KRA-KPI alignment, and middle management training programs to strengthen internal capabilities. We will be working to define role responsibilities, improve communication structures, and put systems in place that help the leadership make better decisions through data and visibility.”

As part of the project, Stratefox will conduct a detailed review of current practices, followed by process mapping, system development, and training. Implementation will include review mechanisms and tools to track operational and HR performance, with a focus on building sustainable systems that support long-term goals. Additionally, initiatives like Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma will help create a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.

Mumbai, 9th September, 2025: The stage is set, the beats are fresh, and the hustle is real! Prime Video and Believe India just launched the official music album for their upcoming Hindi Original series Do You Wanna Partner—a fiery celebration of ambition, friendship, and owning your power.

 Headlined by Tamannaah Bhatia and Diana Penty, Do You Wanna Partner is produced by Dharmatic Entertainment under the aegis of Karan Johar, Adar Poonawalla, and Apoorva Mehta, with Somen Mishra and Archit Kumar as executive producers. Directed by Collin D’Cunha and Archit Kumar and written by Nandini Gupta, Aarsh Vora, and Mithun Gangopadhyay, the series—created by Gangopadhyay and Nishant Nayak—follows two childhood best friends turned entrepreneurs as they dive headfirst into the world of business, alongside a stellar ensemble including Jaaved Jaaferi, Nakuul Mehta, Shweta Tiwari, Neeraj Kabi, Sufi Motiwala, and Rannvijay Singha.

Curated with vision and crafted by some of the industry’s most versatile names, the album is powered by composers like Rajan Batra, Harshvardhan Gadhvi, Ronit Vinta,Juss, Prabhdeep, RUHH & JOH, KhoslaRaghu and Kanishk Seth, delivering a sound that’s bold, fresh, and hard to ignore. This isn’t just a soundtrack. It’s the pulse of the series; raw, fearless, and loaded with bangers.

“Udd Jaavan” by Jasleen Royal, composed by Ronit Vinta, sets the tone with an anthem of dreams that refuse to stay grounded.

“Ishqa” from Rajan Batra and Harshvardhan Ghadvi adds that perfect indie feels-meets-feels moment.
“Kol Kol” by Juss brings in the playful swagger that makes you want to hit repeat.

For the street vibe seekers, Prabhdeep drops “Hum Dum”, lacing the album with hip-hop heat.

And if you need your party playlist sorted, “Gediyaan” turns the fun all the way up.

“Tanhayi Mein” by Kavita Seth & Kanishk Seth, composed by Kanishk Seth, weaves soulful intimacy with a modern electro-sufi twist.

Shilpa Sharda, Director Artist Services and Label, Believe – India and South Asia expressed her excitement about the launch, “We’re incredibly excited about the music releases for this series that marks yet another milestone for us and a step towards making soundtracks from OTT reach the massy audiences far and wide. The soundtrack, especially the title track ‘Udd Jaavan‘, has been receiving phenomenal responses since the video release making it instantly trend on the short-format video platforms. We are deeply grateful for our partnership with Amazon Prime Video and Dharma Productions, and proud to have collaborated on bringing such impactful music to audiences.”

Prabh Deep, the renowned hip hop artist adds to the story about his title, “Hum Dum is the heartbeat of first love, a pure realisation of falling, giving, and cherishing. It celebrates the joy of finding someone who makes life brighter, bringing gratitude, wonder, and the sweet obsession of love into a song of happiness.”

Rajan Batra adds “Ishqa is about the heart surrendering to love — how it can break, heal, and still pull you back in. It’s raw and emotional, and a reminder that no matter how much we resist, the heart always finds its way back to love. Harsh and I were thrilled with how beautifully the song fits the show’s story and visuals. Working with Archit has been incredible, and we’re grateful to Believe for their support and to our management, Shark & Ink, for ensuring our music reaches the right places. Extremely excited for the show and the song to be out for the world.”

The lineup is a mix of fresh voices, experimental beats, and big energy, a sonic rollercoaster that matches every mood of the show.

MDI Gurgaon Launches October 2025 MDPs to Equip Leaders with Practical Skills for a Changing Workplace

Gurgaon, India , September 10, 2025: Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon has announced its October 2025 suite of Management Development Programmes (MDPs) designed to prepare professionals for real-world leadership challenges.

The October programmes bring a sharp focus on team effectiveness, fraud risk, analytics-driven decisions, negotiation strategies, and employee well-being, offering practical learning that managers and entrepreneurs can apply immediately to their workplace.

“MDI Gurgaon’s MDPs are designed for today’s professionals who need both agility and depth in their leadership approach,” said Prof. Sumita Rai “Each programme delivers focused insights that strengthen decision-making and help leaders create impact in their organisations.”

Programme Highlights: October 2025

Who Should Attend?

• Mid-to-senior professionals across industries
• Managers stepping into leadership roles
• Entrepreneurs and family business leaders

Why Choose MDI Gurgaon’s MDPs?

• Practical insights with direct workplace application
• Experienced faculty combining research and industry expertise
• Peer learning and cross-sector networking

Programme Format & Enrollment

• Fully residential, immersive learning held at the MDI Gurgaon campus
• Fees inclusive of tuition, lodging, meals, and study materials
• Group Discounts for organisations nominating 3 or more participants
• Registration closes 15 days before each programme’s start date

September 10, 2025: Audible, a leading provider of spoken word entertainment, and Brock Media, award-winning film producers, today announced the release of a new Audible Original adaptation of one of the greatest love stories ever told: Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. This ambitious audio adaptation is both faithful to the original text, and features a unique interior perspective from Elizabeth. The Audible Original will be released across the globe in English, Castilian Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese, with each version featuring an all-star local cast.

 The English language cast is led by BAFTA-winner Marisa Abela (Industry, Back to Black) as the dazzlingly quick-witted romantic heroine Elizabeth Bennet, and BAFTA and BIFA nominated Harris Dickinson (Babygirl, The Iron Claw) as her enigmatic suitor Mr. Darcy.

Marisa Abela said of her role: “Elizabeth Bennet is one of the most fiercely intelligent and iconic characters in literature, and stepping into her shoes has been an incredible honour. What I love about this adaptation is how it lets us hear her inner world in such a vivid, intimate way — it feels both timeless and fresh. Recording this with such a phenomenal cast and team was a true joy, and I can’t wait for listeners to experience it.”

Harris Dickinson shared: “Playing Mr. Darcy was an amazing experience. I’ve always known him as this iconic character, but getting to really dive into the novel through this process gave me a whole new appreciation for him and the world. Being part of such a talented cast made it even better. It’s a real privilege to be part of something so timeless.”

Breathing new life into iconic characters from the beloved classic are Will Poulter as Mr. Wickham, Jessie Buckley as Caroline Bingley, Toheeb Jimoh as Mr. Bingley, and Golden Globe and Tony award winner Glenn Close, who will be taking on the role of Lady Catherine De Bourgh. Also starring are David Gyasi as Mr. Gardiner and Rosalind Eleazar as Mrs. Gardiner, Bertie Carvel as Mr. Collins, and Leah Harvey as Charlotte Lucas.

Joining Abela in the Bennet family are Bill Nighy as Mr. Bennet, Marianne Jean-Baptiste as Mrs. Bennet, Sophie Wilde as Jane Bennet, Antonia Salib as Kitty Bennet, Patricia Allison as Lydia Bennet and Aasiya Shah as Mary Bennet, all supported by a full ensemble cast.

Audible’s Pride and Prejudice has been adapted from the original by award-winning writer Lulu Raczka (Women, Beware the Devil) and directed by Dionne Edwards (Pretty Red Dress, A Thousand Blows), marking her audio drama directorial debut. The Audible Original, produced in partnership with Brock Media, was executive produced by multiple BAFTA nominee Sarah Brocklehurst (The Outrun) and produced by Nicole Davis.

Aurelie de Troyer, Head of Regional Content Europe at Audible, shared on the production: “It’s remarkable how Pride and Prejudice has stood the test of time globally to be one of every generation’s favourite love stories. Lulu Raczka’s script is thrilling and conveys all of Jane Austen’s energy in an engaging, modern way. Through the intimacy of audio, we have the unique ability to make the passion and romance truly electric and Marisa Abela and Harris Dickinson’s chemistry as Elizabeth and Darcy is undeniable.”

Brought to life in Dolby Atmos, Pride and Prejudice features cinematic sound design which will build romantic tensions and share Elizabeth’s inner most thoughts, with ground-breaking sound design from Brain Audio. Underpinned by a vibrant original score by Grammy nominated producer and composer Morgan Kibby (M83, The Watcher).

The English language adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, released in the UK, US, Canada, India and Australia on 9th September, during the year of the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth. More information regarding the Castilian Spanish, French, German, Italian and Brazilian Portuguese adaptations to follow later this year, including local casts and release dates.

Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice joins a host of critically acclaimed Audible Original adaptations such as George Orwell’s 1984 “a terrific, panic-inducing production” (The Washington Post), The Mysterious Affairs at Styles “skillfully adapted” (The Guardian) and the Sam Mendes produced trilogy of Charles Dickens adaptations “cinema for the ears” (The Telegraph).

September 10, 2025 | Tuesday: Almonds Ai, a channel loyalty, rewards and solutions company, announces the launch of Kounter™, a ready-to-use, no-cost loyalty platform designed to engage and reward retailers and last-mile influencers. With no infrastructure or setup costs, Kounter allows businesses to activate loyalty programs same day and at scale.

For retailers, Kounter offers a single platform to earn loyalty points, redeem rewards, track redemptions, reward deliveries, participate in schemes and events, learn about products, and even monetize feedback and insights from multiple brands – all in one place.

For brands, Kounter provides an opportunity to engage and activate millions of retailers and influencers, run seamless loyalty and community programs, gather valuable market intelligence, and promote new product launches—without the need to develop separate apps for each initiative.

What sets Kounter apart:
No Infrastructure or Setup Cost: Brands can implement Kounter without the financial burden of traditional loyalty platform development.

Instant Activation: Kounter allows businesses to launch their programs and start engaging partners on the same day, eliminating long wait times.

Scalable and Flexible: The platform supports businesses of all sizes, offering a cost-effective, scalable solution for large enterprises and emerging brands alike.

Accessibility Across Channels: Kounter’s accessibility on Web and WhatsApp ensures that retailers and influencers can engage without needing to install a separate app.

Gamified and Rewarding: With integrated features like leaderboards, badges, and a diverse rewards catalog, Kounter encourages partner participation through engaging experiences.

“On average, every retailer participates in over 12 loyalty programs. However, engaging with all these apps can be overwhelming. With Kounter, we’ve addressed the real challenges brands and retailers face today, simplifying the loyalty experience while driving tangible results,” said Abhinav Jain and Apurv Modi, Co-founders of Almonds Ai. “Kounter is designed to eliminate friction, accelerate engagement, and deliver measurable business outcomes, all through an intuitive, user-friendly platform that works for businesses of all sizes.”

Currently, Kounter is already supporting 20+ brands and engaging with 100K+ retailers and influencers on the platform. Our target is to rapidly expand and reach a 1CR+ user base to further drive the loyalty experience and benefits across multiple industries. Whether you’re a large enterprise or an emerging brand, Kounter’s flexible model can scale with your business needs.

1oth september,At the AVPN Global Conference 2025 in Hong Kong, Dr Priti Adani, Chairperson of the Adani Foundation, delivered a stirring appeal to philanthropists, businesses and changemakers: “Don’t just give. Build together.” 

In her keynote, Dr Adani emphasized that the next leap for social development depends on collaboration and on bringing every philanthropic institution, NGO and partner onto a single platform where efforts are aligned, learnings are shared and impact is multiplied. Dr Adani reminded the audience that the true strength of philanthropy is not in isolated contributions but in unified action. “We must be co-builders, not just donors. Real change happens when we work as partners — pooling resources and breaking down silos.”

She called for a collaboration platform where philanthropists across the world can move beyond numbers, focusing instead on the human stories of dignity, resilience and transformation, saying, “Impact is never about numbers. It is about the stories behind them — stories of hope, transformation and empowerment.”

“Dr. Priti Adani’s keynote was a powerful call to bold action.” said Ms Naina Subberwal Batra, CEO of AVPN. “She reminded us that we need to act, even amidst uncertainty and to invest in solutions to build the foundations for a sustainable and equitable future for Asia. At AVPN, we echo this call for action. Philanthropy must stay the course and unite diverse stakeholders so that together, we can turn conviction into action and build systems that withstand the test of time and uncertainty”. 

Dr Priti Adani outlined three non-negotiables for this shared movement:

• Co-Building: Every partner comes not as a donor, but as a builder of lasting change.
• Multipliers, Not Beneficiaries: The true measure of impact is not in what we give, but in how we extend our beneficiaries as multipliers of change.
• Uniting Skills with Values: Skills without values are buildings without foundations. Unite them — and you build generations.”

Dr Adani declared, “This is not a moment to clap. It is a moment to commit! We must be the generation that sowed in the drought, that believed before the rains came, that built a harvest of dignity and opportunity for all.”

Closing her address, Dr Adani urged the gathering to go beyond symbolic gestures and to actively collaborate, learn from one another, share best practices and inspire each other to aim higher.

Roundtable on

“Empowering MSMEs: Risk Ready to Navigate Market Uncertainty”

Shri Ateesh Kumar Singh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India urges industry to come forward and give their inputs to build MSME resilience, at PHDCCI Roundtable on “Empowering MSMEs: Risk Ready to Navigate Market Uncertainty”

MSMEs are the backbone of India’s economy, contributing significantly to GDP, exports, and employment. Yet, in a current rapidly evolving environment, they face market volatility, regulatory compliance, supply chain disruptions, and the pressures of digital transformation related challenges.

To chart pathways for MSME resilience, PHDCCI organised a Roundtable on “Empowering MSMEs: Risk Ready to Navigate Market Uncertainty” on Tuesday, 9th September, 2025 at PHDCCI, New Delhi.

Industry should come forward, work on growing government data sets and give their specific inputs to build resilience for MSME in this era of disruptions. He highlighted that the 2.0 versions of Government initiatives are coming up accompanied with legal reforms and striking a balance between easing compliances and emerging compliance burdens to enhance ease of doing business, said Shri Ateesh Kumar Singh, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India at the Roundtable.

Shri Singh also urged PHDCCI members and MSME participants of the roundtable to give their ideas to enhance the impact of the government’s initiatives .

Dr. Rajan Sudesh Ratna, Deputy Head and Senior Economic Affairs Officer, United Nations ESCAP, New Delhi suggested pointed strategies for MSMEs to build resilience, including export diversification by leveraging government initiatives including Atma Nirbhar Bharat, Digital India, Vocal for local; greater utilisation on FTAs accompanied by strong government handholding for MSMEs; Digital adoption and an aggressive stance of government to pursue market access for MSMEs, among others.

Dr. Murali Kallummal, Head of Administration (CRIT) and Professor (CWS), Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), CRIT, Centre for WTO Studies, (Under Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India), New Delhi suggested we need a new sectoral definition of MSMEs, ensure greater data availability of informal sector MSMEs and develop an interface between MSMEs and HS Code to guide FTA negotiations.

The esteemed panel also deliberated on the impact of GST 2.0 on MSMEs, focusing on simplification, compliance, and growth pathways that will be set up for the MSMEs, once this reform is in full force. The cost of production will decline for the industry, win – win for consumers as they will get goods for cheaper, and explore export diversification and domestic trade opportunities, said the distinguished panel.

Dr. Jatinder Singh, Deputy Secretary General, PHDCCI, welcomed the delegates and underlined that diversification is crucial for MSMEs. Simultaneously, exploring new export opportunities, acquiring local supply networks, strengthening risk management practices and going in for digital transformation will be a great enabler for MSMEs to achieve greater efficiency and reach.

Mr. Narinder Wadhwa, Co-Chair, Capital Market & Commodity Market Committee, PHDCCI, gave impactful insights on “Navigating Geopolitical and Market Challenges: Building MSME Resilience amid US Tariffs, Exchange-Based Funding Opportunities”. He appreciated the initiatives being taken by our government and the support being offered by the government to MSMEs.

While setting the tone and moderating the session Mr. Sanat Kumar, Chief Economist, PHDCCI highlighted the importance of MSMEs for India’s economy.

The event was supported by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Government of India, and witnessed interactive participation from members and MSMEs across diverse sectors.

GIFT City, India/Abu Dhabi – 10 September 2025: Artha Bharat Investment Managers IFSC LLP, the first Category III AIF foreign portfolio investor to shift the domicile of its special situations fund from Mauritius to GIFT City, is embarking on a global expansion strategy as part of its ambitious goal of reaching $3 billion in assets under management (AUM) by 2030.

Already among the largest fund management entities operating out of GIFT City, Artha Bharat is now expanding its footprint to the Middle East. The firm is in the process of establishing a presence in Abu Dhabi Global Markets (ADGM), where it sees strong opportunities to tap both the Indian diaspora and growing institutional interest from sovereign and quasi-sovereign funds.

“The Middle East has one of the largest concentrations of Indian diaspora and has long been one of the key magnets driving inward remittances into India. We have also seen increased investments into India by sovereign funds such as Mubadala, Qatar Investment Authority and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority amongst others. To tap into the growing potential of HNI, family office and SWF across the GCC markets we are in the process of setting up operations in Abu Dhabi Global Markets,” said Sachin Sawrikar, Managing Partner, Artha Bharat Investment Managers IFSC LLP.

The firm that recently moved into a 2,300 sq. ft. leased office in GIFT City has also opened a 10-seater, 1,200 sq. ft. office in Dubai, with another of similar size being planned in Abu Dhabi Global Markets.

Artha Bharat plans to float feeder funds for non-U.S. investors to channel capital into its strategies, including:

Artha Global Opportunities Fund – one of India’s largest foreign distressed debt funds, already delivering a 6X return in just 2 years of its 7-year life.

Artha Global Multiplier Fund – a long-short hedge fund targeting U.S. markets, which has already delivered 13.4% absolute returns in less than 2.5 months.

Artha Bharat Absolute Return Fund – a USD-denominated arbitrage fund investing across equities, commodities and interest rate futures aiming to provide competitive returns vs fixed income avenues to park short term surpluses.

“We believe that providing competitive risk-adjusted returns to our discerning investor base, delivered with a high standard of ethics and integrity, will help us make a mark on the global investment scene and reach our aspirational target,” Sawrikar added.

Sawrikar who has been based in Oman for almost 2 decades and had a long stint with Bank Muscat has already got a good experience of investing and operating in GCC markets.

In addition to the Middle Eastern foray, Artha Bharat is also setting up its own office in Mauritius to house feeder funds for U.S. investors that will invest in its GIFT City managed funds.

To support growth, the firm has also signed a ₹7.5 crore deal to purchase a 7,500 sq. ft. owned office in Shilp Twin Towers in GIFT City, India, tripling its current space and enabling a larger investment team.

By diversifying across geographies and tapping multiple liquidity pools, Artha Bharat expects its global expansion to play a pivotal role in reaching the $3 billion AUM milestone by 2030.

September 9, 2025: European researchers sent a quantum signal over 250 kilometers using readily available parts. The project highlights the feasibility of quantum communications and quantum key distribution as governments prepare for an era in which quantum computers are able to overcome today’s encryption algorithms.

In early 2025, European researchers sent a quantum signal over 250 kilometers. The feat was impressive for a number of reasons, including the fact that the project used off-the-shelf parts and a commercial telecommunications network, even though quantum systems typically need cryogenic cooling.

But it also marks a major milestone in the development of quantum key distribution, which paves the way for ultra-secure quantum networks that can detect eavesdroppers and are highly resistant to hacking.

Quantum Communication

Quantum communication uses the strange properties of quantum physics — quantum particles act in ways that seem to defy the laws of classical physics — to send information in a fundamentally different way than traditional networks.

Instead of sending electrical signals through wires or radio waves through the air. Quantum communication sends individual particles of light, photons, that have been specially prepared in quantum states.

How Does Online Encryption Work Today?

Quantum key distribution is the most important tool in the quantum communications toolbox. But to understand why, you have to understand some basics about how the internet works today.

When you buy something online, your credit card information is encrypted, or scrambled, when you send it to the retailer. But before that transaction even happens, your computer and the retailer need to agree on a secret key to do that scrambling. Think of the key as a password. If someone has it, they unencrypt the message and steal your credit card information. How does your computer and the retailer share that key safely without someone being able to intercept that?

They use something called public key cryptography, which involves two mathematically-linked keys. One is public and readily available, but it can only be used to encrypt a message. The other is private and only the retailer has it. That secret key can only be used to unencrypt the message.

The method for securely distributing these keys was first developed in England in 1975 for national security purposes. It predates the internet, though it was so secret that the inventors could not discuss it for more than 20 years, and other researchers independently developed versions of it for commercial purposes.

Once the retailer decrypts your secret key using their private key, you both have the same secret. That retailer then has a key that decrypts your credit card information after it receives it. While an eavesdropper might be able to intercept the encrypted credit card information, the strength of that encryption is based on extremely complex math problems. Without the key, it would take a normal computer years to solve.

Why is Quantum Key Distribution Better

Quantum computers, however, would likely be able to decrypt those messages extremely quickly. And it’s not just credit card information that’s at risk, but a whole range of sensitive data held by governments and large corporations. While there aren’t any known quantum computers powerful enough to break encrypted messages today, many experts believe that milestone will be reached by 2030.

As a result, scientists and researchers are scrambling to find ways to improve encryption methods, and quantum key distribution is one of them.

With quantum key distribution, a sender and receiver can share random secret keys over an unsecured channel, which are usually encoded in photons. Because of the strange properties of quantum mechanics, however, if someone tries to intercept a quantum signal, the act of measuring it disturbs the quantum state, alerting both sender and receiver.

“Unlike current encryption that relies on math problems being hard to solve, quantum security is based on fundamental physics laws,” Rana said. “Conceptually, it’s totally different and really crazy to imagine!”

Countdown to Quantum

Quantum computers and quantum communications are still years, and maybe decades, away from becoming regular features of our lives.
While researchers have shown that it’s possible to send a quantum signal over long distances, there are still a lot of technical hurdles involved with integrating existing internet infrastructure and extending the range.

And despite significant progress over the last few years, quantum computers are still in their infancy, and require ultra stable, ultra-cold environments to operate. Even when they are created, it’s likely that quantum computers won’t be available to low-level internet scammers for decades.

But the rollout also won’t happen all at once.

For regular people, maybe five to 10 years is when critical infrastructure will use quantum-secured communication, and 10 to 20 years is when businesses handling sensitive data will adopt quantum security for high-value communications.

Consumer devices might incorporate quantum security features, but it’s likely that everyday communication will continue to rely on traditional techniques for decades.

“It’s hard to predict exactly,” Rana said. “Things move fast these days.”

Kolkata, September 09, 2025 — Chowman’s story is one where music and food find harmony. Its founder, a proud Bengali and frontman of the iconic Bangla rock band Lakkhichhara, grew up with a love for food deeply rooted in Kolkata’s bustling Indo-Chinese eateries. Later, while hosting the popular radio show Khetey Khetey Shono, he explored the city’s diverse foodscape, and global music tours introduced him to authentic Asian flavors far beyond what India knew as “Indo-Chinese.” That spark led to a dream—to make authentic Asian dining both accessible and affordable.

Chowman MD Debaditya with Father and the Students on Certification day

In 2010, Chowman was born from a modest 365 sq ft outlet in South Kolkata. With chopsticks placed on every table, the restaurant offered not just meals but an authentic cultural experience. The journey was filled with challenges—limited resources, long hours, endless dedication—but grit and passion transformed Chowman into a household name.

Today, Chowman stands as an institution in itself. With over 50 outlets across Kolkata, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, the brand has become part of people’s lives—its signature delivery bags travel across cities and countries, and its chopsticks are treasured as keepsakes. Moving ahead with Mission 2030, Chowman aims to expand to 100+ outlets across India’s metros and Tier-2 cities like Pune, Chandigarh, Chennai, Nagpur, Lucknow and many more

Innovation remains its driving force. Chowman owns a one-of-its-kind noodle factory, ensuring unmatched quality and authenticity in every bowl served. A centralized kitchen crafts all of Chowman’s sauces, maintaining consistent taste across every outlet. Beyond operations, Chowman has become a case study at IIM Calcutta, exemplifying entrepreneurial success and business strategy. It has also grown into an institution of learning, imparting 6-month hospitality management courses for aspiring students in collaboration with reputed institutes like St. Xavier’s.

For its employees, Chowman builds a culture of growth, wellness, and inclusivity. From kickboxing self-defense workshops for women to the first-ever walkathon in India’s F&B industry, Chowman prioritizes holistic development, health, and empowerment at every level.

At its heart, Chowman remains true to its founding vision: to bring authentic Asian flavors—Chinese, Thai, Japanese, and Korean—into every neighborhood, while keeping dining warm, personal, and memorable. With its state-of-the-art kitchens, chef-led training, India’s largest in-house delivery fleet, and an app downloaded by over 4 lakh users, Chowman continues to redefine the foodscape of India.

Chowman is not just a restaurant. It is nostalgia, community, and comfort—an enduring reminder that true success is built on passion, perseverance, and the promise of sharing great food with everyone.