Archives May 2023

May 2023: Crepdog Crew (CDC), India’s premium sneaker reselling platform and streetwear aggregator opens Mumbai’s biggest, experiential sneaker store, CDC Experience. Expanding its retail footprint after its flagship Delhi store, CDC’s experiential store in Mumbai’s trendy shopping estate of Bandra boasts of the largest sneaker wall in Asia with over 600+ limited edition sneaker collectables alongside an exclusive collection of over 30 handpicked, designer streetwear and accessories brands.

In keeping with the brand’s unwavering focus on streetwear, the Mumbai store will retail a comprehensive range of fashion from exciting, edgy Indian brands like Natty Garb, Toffle, Prxkhxr, Warping Theories, Odd Mood, Kilogram, Blue Brew, Sugga, Balav amongst others. Designed by much-in-demand creative genius Faizan Khatri like a Scandinavian art gallery, the store’s modern minimalist interior is the perfect platform to showcase streetwear as wearable art.

The centrepiece of the store, though, is the largest sneaker wall in Asia featuring the entire collection of the iconic Off White X Nike Dunk Low Lot 50 designed by boundary-breaking designer and creative genius Virgil Abloh, making CDC Experience, Mumbai the only store in Asia to house all ‘50’ under one roof.

“We are thrilled to bring CDC Experience to Mumbai,” says Anchit Kapil, CEO and co-founder of Crepdog Crew. “Mumbai is the fashion capital of the country, and we wanted to give the city the kind of experiential space it hasn’t seen before. We envisioned CDC Experience as a place for the sneaker and streetwear community to come together. It’s not a store, it’s an experience,” he adds.

The Mumbai outpost delivers an unmatched retail experience by offering a unique ‘coffee & kicks’ experience. “From Asia’s largest sneaker wall to the best streetwear designs in the country and a coffee bar by Dope Coffee Roasters… There is something for everyone at CDC Experience whether you love sneakers, or streetwear or just love the vibe of the community,” explains Anchit.

The Crepdog Crew journey began in 2019 with an Instagram page leading to becoming India’s premier sneaker and streetwear marketplace and has since opened experiential stores in Delhi in 2022 and now in Mumbai. The recently-funded company – which counts Pharmeasy founders Dharmil Seth and Siddharth Shah, and fashion designers Masaba Gupta and Nikhil Mehra as its investors – has also collaborated with the world’s best-selling German herbal liqueur, Jägermeister to create a wearable art piece commemorating the brand ethos of the two companies.

The Crew Love x Jägermeister t-shirt design marries the spirit of the brands with the philosophy of streetwear – bold, creative and disruptive, and is exclusively available at CDC Experience, Delhi and Mumbai and on www.crepdogcrew.com

Mumbai Indians became the first team in the history of TATA IPL to successfully chase down 200-plus targets in consecutive games. The Rohit Sharma-led side defeated Rajasthan Royals at home by chasing down 213 and made the run chase of 215 against Punjab Kings in Mohali look ridiculously easy.

Riding upon blistering half-centuries from their Indian batting mainstays, Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav, the five-time champions crushed Punjab Kings. MI sent a warning of danger to the opposition teams i.e. take us lightly at your own peril.

Star MI batter Suryakumar Yadav continued doing Surya things against Punjab Kings and entertained the audience with his 360-degree hittings.

Hailing the No. 1 T20I batter in the world, former India cricketer S Sreesanth termed SKY as a mathematician for his ability to find gaps.

Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Sreesanth said, “SKY isn’t just a batter, he’s a mathematician. The way he carries himself is simply superb. He dissects the field like a mathematician uses a compass and a protractor on the paper. He makes those calculations brilliantly inside his sharp mind and makes full use of the dimension of the ground, the pace of the bowler, etc. He literally knows exactly where the fielder is and where the gaps are. He’s so precise. They say ‘sky is the limit’ but for Surya, even SKY is not the limit.”

Sreesanth further added that MI have come back on the winning track and it will be difficult to stop their juggernaut from rolling in TATA IPL 2023.

Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Sreesanth said, “Once Mumbai Indians taste victory, there’s no stopping them. They have a long history of success. They’ve done it in the past and can repeat it.”

Former Australia cricketer Tom Moody also praised Mumbai Indians for back-to-back successful run chases in TATA IPL 2023 and the fearless approach they devised. Moody asserted Ishan Kishan finding his form back is a good sign for MI.

Speaking on Star Sports’ Cricket Live, Moody said, “Mumbai Indians have a very strong batting line-up, that is their strength. They are a fearless side in a run chase and they are proving it. The only missing piece in their batting was Ishan Kishan and his coming to form is a massive boost for MI.”

6th May 2023, Riyadh – Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture, together with Taif Governorate Municipality, has launched the third edition of the ‘Taif of Roses’ festival, supported by the Quality of Life Program. The festival is taking place in the city of Taif from 21st April to 5th May 2023 and will celebrate the significance of the rose, a plant that has been at the centre of the region’s culture and economy for centuries.

Taif is known locally as the ‘rose city’ and from March to May each year, during the bloom season, the area is overtaken by the intense, exotic scent of roses. More than 10,000 rose heads are required to make just a small vial of Taif rose essential oil, which makes the oil obtained from Taif roses some of the most precious and high value in the world. The oil can be used in skincare products and moisturizers, as well as exported to high-end fashion houses to be used in perfumes. The rose can also be infused to make sweet meats.

In 2022, the second edition of the Taif of Roses festival broke the Guinness World Records with the world’s largest flower basket. The basket was over a metre tall, over 12 metres long and nearly eight metres wide, beating the world record previously held by Singapore.

This year’s festival will create a holistic visitor experience, beginning at Taif International Airport. The airport will be decorated with roses and there will be a parade with performers and vehicles adorned with flowers. The centre of the festivities will take place at Al-Ruddaf Park, featuring a ‘Rose Mountain’ as well as mesmerizing light displays and a rose market selling local products made from Taif roses. There will also be a series of musical, theatrical, and artistic performances, including the Rose Hymns Exhibition.

The Taif of Roses festival is a unique platform to connect local producers and farmers with international companies and brands, enabling connections and opportunities for businesses and allowing the Taif rose to reach broader markets.

The festival is an enjoyable annual opportunity to celebrate Taif’s cultural heritage, honouring the status of the Taif rose at the core of the local culture.

UPL, a leading provider of Sustainable Agriculture Solutions, announced a collaboration with the Republic of Guyana to establish a 200 acre ‘Millets Model Farm’. Mr. Jai Shroff, Group CEO of UPL group and Mr. Zulfikar Mustafa, Hon. Agriculture Minister of the Republic of Guyana, signed an MOU on 21st April, 2023 in Georgetown, Guyana with an aim to assess the adaptation of various millet varieties for growing and consuming in Guyana. The signing of the MoU coincided with the visit of an Indian delegation to Guyana led by Mr. S. Jaishankar, Hon’ble Minister of External Affairs of India.

In this partnership, UPL will supply technical expertise and selected agriculture inputs, while the Republic of Guyana will provide suitable land parcel of 200 acres in Guyana, local farm operation will be done by Republic of Guyana.

Millets, also known as super food, are climate smart, sustainable, rich in heritage, and highly nutritious food resource. In comparison with rice, millet production requires half of the water per acre as compared with rice, making it a water conservation crop that can also withstand other climatic conditions like droughts, floods, heat stress, erratic rainfalls, etc., than other crops, saving food loss, enhancing small farmers resilience.

According to the FAO, millets encompass a diverse group of cereals including pearl, proso, foxtail, barnyard, little, kodo, browntop, finger and Guinea millets, as well as fonio, sorghum (or great millet) and teff. They are an important source of nourishment for millions of people in sub-Saharan Africa and Asia. They are deeply rooted in Indigenous Peoples’ culture and traditions and help guarantee food security in areas where they are culturally relevant. Millets are also very nutritious because they consist of antioxidants, minerals, and protein. As whole grains, each millet variety contains a particular type and amount of fibre, which aids in the regulation of intestinal function, blood sugar, and lipids.

Mr. Sagar Kaushik, President, Global Corporate & Industry Affairs from UPL, said, “We are delighted to partner with the Republic of Guyana as the first country in Latin America to explore millet cultivation potential in Guyana, which will also benefit Small Holding Farmers.”

Explaining the initiatives further, Mr. Kaushik Said, said, “UPL is paving the path for millet cultivation and making important strides toward its vision of a food-secure world through this collaboration. This is a win-win situation for both Guyana and UPL. UPL’s expertise and technical know-how will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of this initiative, which can provide a sustainable livelihood to smallholding farmers globally. We are excited about the potential of this collaboration and look forward to working with the Republic of Guyana to achieve our shared goal of promoting sustainable agriculture practices.”

India, Pune: Gen Z are ambitious and looking for a meaningful work experience in a flexible work environment that prioritizes growth and well-being. According to LinkedIn’s Workforce Confidence report, around 80% of Gen Z workers globally are looking to find a job that aligns better with their values. To help Gen Z workers, the leaders of the future can raise retention rates by addressing mental health and job stress and providing meaningful career development opportunities by creating a supportive, value-led working environment to enable Gen Z to learn and grow. In retrospect, Gen Z should value the contributions of their peers and seniors and align their work goals with the organization’s work ethics and value systems.

As businesses experience a significant shift in the profile of their employees, with unique personality traits, values, and motivations, it has become necessary for organizations to re-evaluate their talent development and engagement processes to effectively utilize and retain these new-age workers. FLAME University’s HR symposium featured expert speakers in human resources who shared insights on competencies required for Gen Z employees to thrive and for organizations to adopt best practices for effectively working with them. Keynote speakers Ms. Priya Kandoth, Head of People and Culture at Bridgestone India, and Mr. Amit V. Chuttar, a partner at Red Beryl Advisors LLP, presented their industry perspectives and emphasized the importance of setting realistic expectations.

Ms. Kandoth stated, “The industry is not looking for individual expressions but values, collaboration, and cooperation. The new generations are far more into strategy meetings than required. My advice to them is to first understand the basics of the shop floor, dirty their hands, understand all possible aspects of the business, and then acquire the knowledge and insights for strategy meetings. Strategy and vision are more than mere PowerPoint presentations. They are about competing effectively and planning for the future. It requires that Gen Z first find its feet and engage as a foot soldier to meaningfully contribute towards the larger goal of the organization.”

Mr. Chuttar shared his thoughts on Gen Z and emphasized the importance of focusing on their duties as much as their rights in every context of their lives. He added, “India is going to script its own success story over the next 25 years, with Gen Z at the forefront. I urge Gen Z to align themselves with the organization’s vision, collaborate with peers, seniors, and leaders, and develop a mindset of learning. This is possible if Gen Z understands the legacy and history of the organization, which is crucial for defining the future path in an evolving business environment. Organizations and employees can thrive by creating a conducive work environment built on trust and in-depth understanding of the organization’s vision and goals vis-à-vis its legacy, values, and how it operates with various products and services.”

FLAME University’s interactive HR symposium is an example of the university’s commitment to providing a well-rounded education that prepares its students for successful careers by exposing them to the latest trends and best practices in the field. The university is ensuring that its students are well-equipped to succeed in the competitive world of business management and HR.

Ahmedabad, India, May 06, 2023 – EduFund, an India-based edu-fintech company, today announced that it has raised a Pre-Series A investment of $3.5M, led by global venture capital firm MassMutual Ventures (MMV). The start-up boasts of 70,000 successfully engaged parents on its platform. The round also saw participation from prominent investors DSP Investment Managers, Anchorage Capital Partners, and Kunal Shah.

Started in 2020 by founders Eela Dubey and Arindam Sengupta, the company offers a full stack solution dedicated to helping Indian parents plan, save and invest for their children’s future education. With education inflation hovering between 8-10% domestically, and over 4% in countries with high enrolment of Indian students, EduFund empowers parents to plan ahead and save across different asset classes to meet these rising costs over time. It also helps parents bridge financing needs by providing education loans and scholarships.

The app-based solution has partnered with leading Asset Management Companies (AMC) including Tata, DSP, UTI, ICICI, Aditya Birla and HDFC to offer investment products, and notable lenders such as ICICI Bank, HDFC Credila, IDFC, etc. to offer education loans. It also provides education counselling services to help prospective students understand their best-fit university.

“The demand for world class education in India is growing rapidly, and EduFund’s innovative approach to addressing the funding gap for higher education is very exciting. The founders’ asset management expertise and deep understanding of the market, coupled with the significance of education in Indian culture, makes the company a compelling investment opportunity. We are excited to partner with EduFund in their mission to make higher education accessible to all,” said Anvesh Ramineni, Managing Partner at MMV.

Co-Founders Dubey and Sengupta said: “Our goal at EduFund has always been to help parents start saving early and to provide solutions that will financially enable the aspirations they have for their children. Today, the entire education planning journey in India is very siloed. If a parent wants to save, they may visit a financial planner. If their child needs an education loan, they may approach a bank. We wanted to reduce these pain points, and bring the entire journey on to one platform so that parents can have a more seamless and centralized experience. With this new funding, we plan to accelerate our growth, create new solutions, and invest in technology.”

“Returns are a function of time (compounding). The luxury of time is available only to those investors who start early. Parents with young children have the advantage of having time on their side,” writes Managing Director and CEO of DSP Mutual Fund, Kalpen Parekh. He went on to mention that “this investment in EduFund is our way of encouraging two important objectives: real compounding and creating a corpus for our children’s education.”

New Delhi: The embodiment of Indian arts and Culture. World famous Indian classical Dance Guru Padma Vibhushan Dr. Sonal Mansingh presents ‘Shashwat Bharat Festival – Celebration of Eternal India: KalaYatra 2023’, A Tribute to the timeless spirit of cultural diversity with the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Edition from 6th May to 8th May 2023 at Kamani Auditorium in Delhi. 46th edition of KalaYatra will be organized by Shri Kamakhya kalapeeth centre of Indian Classical Dances.

Shashwat Bharat Festival will light the Delhi skyline with a riot of colours, exciting performances and a festive spirit. Mark your calendars for the annual cultural bonanza- KalaYatra 2023. “Shashwat Bharat Festival – Celebration of Eternal India”, has an exciting array of performances from famous artistes from all over India. Festival is one of its kinds as it includes all genres of music, dance, and theatre from the most traditional to the most contemporary expressions of all these art forms.

Opening gala celebration of Shashwat Bharat : Kala yatra 2023 on Saturday 6th May 2023 will be start from Inaugural performance Natya Katha: Meera on life of Saint Meera Bai by Dr Soanl Manshing and group and confluence of Carnatic & Hindustani Instrumental Music by Vidwan Shri N Ravikiran- Chitravina, Maestro Saskia Rao- India Cello, Pt.Shubhendra Rao – Sitar with Carnatic & Hindustani Group of Master percussionists. Folk songs and Music will be the main attraction of 2nd day of the festival. Delong Padung & Group from Arunachal Pradesh, Yogesh Bhai Gadhavi & Group from Gujarat, Ustad Anwar Khan Manganiyar & Group from Rajasthan and Famous Singer Maithili Thakur & Group from Bihar will captivate the Music lovers on Sunday, 7th May 2023 . Shashwat Bharat Festival will conclude on Monday, 8th May with Tradition of Tribal Dance performances by tribal folk dance artists from across India .

Founder of Shri Kamakhya kalapeeth centre of Indian Classical Dances and Festival Director Padma Vibhushan Dr, Sonal Mansigh said, “This year is special in many aspects. It is the 75th year of our beloved Country’s independence from colonial rule, AZADI KA AMRIT MAHOTSAV and India G 20 Presidency. India’s G20 presidency is a watershed moment in Indian history as it seeks to pay an important role by finding pragmatic global solutions for the wellbeing of all, and is doing so, manifest the true spirit of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’.”

We must embrace this change of name with self-respect and pride because we are now finally freed of servitude and become equal stake-holders of the world’s largest democracy. This is of great significance, and each one of us must now join hands with our Hon. Prime Minister Sri. Narendra Modi and contribute to making our Country strong and secure. Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is a joyous occasion to re-tell the arts & cultural story of India to the world by presenting the rich diversity of our art forms from the most traditional to the most contemporary expression of dance, music, theatre, etc . Let us celebrate the rich diversity of India.

In keeping with the theme, we celebrate the timeless spirit of India at Shashwat Bharat – Kalayatra 2023. Get ready to witness the grand celebration of India’s rich heritage! We invite the youth & people from different walks, to join us at shashwat Bharat – a celebration of Eternal India.

What: Shashwat Bharat Festival: Kalayatra 2023

When: From 6th to 8th May 2023

Timing: 6:30 PM onwards

Where: Kamani Auditorium, Mandi House, New Delhi

Bangalore,06 May 2023: REC Limited has undertaken an exclusive listing of its recently issued Green bonds of USD 750 million raised under its Global Medium Term Programme of USD 7 billion at GIFT IFSC Stock Exchanges in a primary listing ceremony held in GIFT IFSC, Gandhinagar on May 3, 2023.

The listing ceremony was graced by Mr. Injeti Srinivas, Chairman of, the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) as the Chief Guest in the presence of Mr Vivek Kumar Dewangan, IAS, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), REC and Mr. Ajoy Choudhury, Director (Finance), REC and the officials of India INX and NSE IFSC.

Commenting on the occasion, Mr Vivek Kumar Dewangan, IAS, CMD, REC Limited, said, “We have consciously decided on the exclusive listing of REC’s recently issued Green Bonds on IFSC Stock exchanges, which have come a long way in their acceptability amongst the global investors. This Green Bond issuance reinforces REC’s status as one of the most accomplished and frequent issuers in the international capital markets and is poised to contribute in India meeting its Amrit Kaal commitments towards climate action plan and energy transition with a focus on green projects.” This is the largest ever senior USD tranche by an Indian NBFC (largest ever senior Green Bond Tranche by a South & South-East Asian issuer) and the first Green Bond issuance by an Indian Company post-India’s G20 Presidency.

Mr Injeti Srinivas, Chairperson, IFSCA, said, “We are pleased that REC Limited, a Maharatna Company, has listed their USD 750 million green bonds exclusively on the IFSC Exchanges. With this listing, the cumulative ESG labelled bonds listed on IFSC Exchanges has crossed USD 10 billion. GIFT IFSC is emerging as a gateway to facilitate raising of foreign capital into sustainable projects in India, thereby contributing towards achieving our climate change commitments and SDG goals.” The issue saw an over-subscription of approximately 3.5 times from 161 investors with active participation from quality accounts. Investors from across the globe participated in the issue with Asia Pacific (APAC) 42%, Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) 26% and the US 32%.

Mr. V. Balasubramaniam, MD and CEO, NSE International Exchange, said, “We are extremely delighted that REC has done an exclusive listing of their green bonds of USD 750 million in NSE International Exchange and India INX at GIFT IFSC, taking their total listing to USD 4.75 billion under USD 7 billion Global Medium – Term Note Programme. I am sure other issuers from India and the region will consider International listing on IFSC Exchanges. Our aim is to make GIFT IFSC as a sustainable finance global hub. This takes total bond issuance on IFSC exchanges to USD 51.7 billion plus with the total medium-term notes worth over USD 73 billion.” Over 87% of the transactions in the issue has been allocated to Fund Managers, Asset Managers and Insurance Companies.

Mumbai, 06th May 2023: The Guardians Real Estate Advisory Firm, a leading real estate advisory firm in India, is delighted to announce its partnership with NM Medical, a pioneer in diagnostic testing. The two organizations collaborated to host a free health check-up camp in commemoration of International Labour Day. The health camp was organized at The Guardians & Kotak Realty’s joint venture company Ground Realty’s site at Integrated Ramicon at Goregaon West, Mumbai. The camp included a variety of health-related activities such as routine physical exams, health education, and vaccination awareness.

Labour Day is a global celebration that recognizes the valuable contributions of the workforce to society and serves as a reminder to prioritize their welfare. The advisory firm’s health check-up event underscores the company’s commitment to the overall well-being of its workers.

During the camp, doctors and medical experts from NM Medical conducted a comprehensive blood check-up for over 100 workers. NM Medical is known for its end-to-end pathology, imaging, and non-invasive cardiology services and is dedicated to setting the standard for preventive health check-ups in India.

Jayesh Rathod, Director of The Guardians Real Estate Advisory Firm, expressed his excitement for this unique health check-up event, which acknowledges Labour Day with an important initiative. He said, “The real estate sector is one of the largest employment providers for skilled and unskilled workers, yet there is still a lack of awareness among them. Many developers have started the initiative for the well-being of their workers, especially after the pandemic. At The Guardians, we believe in cultivating a culture of care and compassion for our employees, as well as setting a good example for others to follow. Along with our health check-ups, we will also provide awareness about harmful diseases and how to prevent them with basic care.”

The Guardians Real Estate Advisory Firm is committed to providing a secure and healthy working environment for its workers, and this exclusive health check-up event is a testament to its continued efforts to enhance their overall well-being.

May 06th, 2023, Bengaluru: India’s leading integrated multimodal logistics and supply chain solutions provider, Transport Corporation of India Ltd. (TCI Group), in collaboration with Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), today launched a new sustainability lab at the IIMB campus with a focus on supply chain management. The TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab (TCI-IIMB SCSL) will be a one-of-its-kind centre of excellence in sustainable supply chain practices, dissemination and advocacy.

This new lab is a testament of IIMB’s commitment to academic excellence, research and innovation in the areas of sustainability and supply chain. It will be a vital resource for the academic community and the wider business fraternity.

The lab was inaugurated by renowned Indian cardiac surgeon Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty, Chairman and Executive Director of Narayana Health and Chairperson, Board of Governors, IIMB, along with DP Agarwal, Chairman of Transport Corporation of India.

Dr. Devi Shetty pointed out that Supply Chain is an important foundation on which the development of nations depends. “Our government has made several regulatory changes addressing many hurdles in this domain. However, two issues remain – sustainability – in terms of pollution control and efficiency – in terms of digitalization, are two key areas that need to be addressed. A lab like the TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab will fill this gap and come up with brilliant solutions for these issues, while also contributing to bringing down diseases caused by pollution and reducing costs.”

DP Agarwal unveiled the logo and stated that the lab is aligned to IIMB’s ethos of sustainability in fostering excellence in management, innovation and entrepreneurship. “In a structured and professional way, the lab will help foster green practices, which will deliver positive outcomes.”

Prof. Jitamitra Desai, Chairperson and faculty of the Decision Sciences area, also the former Chairperson of the Supply Chain Management Centre at IIMB, delivered the welcome address, saying the new lab is the culmination of several interactions with the industry on sustainability and digitalization that happened over the last two years.

This was followed by an address by Prof. Rishikesha T Krishnan, Director, IIM Bangalore, who spoke about the objective of setting up such a lab at the institute. “IIMB’s Supply Chain Management Centre has close interaction with the industry, which also results in various live projects for our students as well. In today’s globalized world, the impact of sustainability and digitalization on supply chains is part of business strategy. As we move into two new areas – impact of digitalization on supply chains, and bringing sustainability into all aspects of supply chains, a lab like this has special significance.”

The inauguration also saw Vineet Agarwal, Managing Director of TCI Group, launching the beta version of a GHG Measurement Tool. This tool named TEMT has a multi-lingual interface, enabling the grassroots level adoption by India’s logistics and supply chain ecosystem. It covers all modes of transportation, that is, road, rail, air and sea.

In his address, Vineet Agarwal spoke in detail about the Transportation Emission Measurement Tool. “You cannot improve unless you measure. Investors, customers, and regulators all want us to measure, monitor and mitigate emissions. As a nation and business community in India, we encountered two challenges in mitigating emissions from transportation: the lack of proper transportation emission factors and a tool to measure such emissions. There was no ready reference. This tool will address both the issues. We believe that this lab will build a community of problem solvers, by combining research with industry expertise, helping us address the challenges in a clean and green way.”

Dr. Aditya Gupta, COO, SCMC at IIMB, walked the audience through a live demo of the tool – TEMT developed by the TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab. “The tool has a dashboard that helps the user measure, monitor and mitigate emissions, and a scale. It provides reports for users. We have lots of plans for phase 2 in the development of the tool.”

Rajkiran Kanagala, Senior Vice President and Group Head, Business Strategy, TCI, discussing features and future of the tool, said: “There is transparency in the calculation of emission, and it has an API which can be part of the ERP. There is a provision for EVs too. To ensure ease of use for all logistics players in the ecosystem, the tool is multilingual.”

Sreejit Roy, Senior Partner, Computing & Green IT, IBM, busted a few myths around sustainability. “A lab like this with a tool like TEMT can go a long way in showing us how to include sustainability in design, architecture and code.”

Anand Ganapathy Chennira, Chief Strategy Officer, SUN Mobility and alumnus of IIMB, said: “India’s movement to commercial EV is starting from two- and three-wheelers. Economics is driving the green movement in this segment. A gig economy also blurs the lines between personal and commercial vehicles. Swappable batteries will not only bring down the cost of vehicles, but also aid movement to net zero. This is an exciting space, and a tool like TEMT can be very useful to this sector.”

The session concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Jitamitra Desai and media interaction with Prof. Rishikesha T Krishnan and Vineet Agarwal.