Archives May 2025

New Delhi, May 08, 2025: Sinch (Sinch AB (publ) – XSTO: SINCH,) which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, today announced a strategic partnership with OneReach.ai., a leader in the Forrester Wave and Gartner Magic Quadrant for Conversational AI. This partnership will empower businesses worldwide to rapidly deploy customized agentic AI experiences across the communication channels their customers use most.

 As companies increasingly embrace AI to scale personalized engagement, this collaboration combines Sinch’s enterprise-grade global messaging, voice, and email capabilities with OneReach.ai’s Generative Studio X (GSX) a powerful, end-to-end platform that enables organizations to build, deploy, and orchestrate AI-native applications. Together, Sinch and OneReach.ai aim to set a new standard for making it easy to incorporate agentic AI in customer communications.

 GSX empowers businesses to rapidly develop and orchestrate AI agents capable of handling complex, omni-channel interactions that leverage real-time data, coordinate across systems, and improve over time. With over 1,000 pre-built components and a composable architecture, GSX dramatically accelerates time to value – helping organizations automate workflows, reduce costs, and increase satisfaction across both customer and employee touchpoints.

“At Sinch, we’re relentlessly focused on helping businesses create personalized, relevant, and timely experiences on the channels that matter most, “said Robert Gerstmann, Chief Evangelist, and Co-Founder at Sinch. “Our partnership with OneReach.ai expands on that mission – combining our intelligent global communications infrastructure with their powerful AI agent orchestration platform. This is one of many collaborations where Sinch is powering the next generation of agentic AI through our enterprise-grade architecture, scale, and global presence.”

With OneReach.ai’s open architecture and extensive library of pre-built integrations, including CRM, ERP, and IT Service Management systems—enterprises can seamlessly add communications to existing businesses processes, ensuring data flows freely and AI agents can act with full context and precision.

 “We chose to add Sinch as a partner to amplify the reach of our AI Agent Orchestration Platform, particularly given their global leadership in CPaaS and RCS” said Robb Wilson, CEO at OneReach.ai. “With GSX, we’re enabling enterprises to transform customer and employee experiences by combining our strengths in intelligent automation with Sinch’s strength in global communications infrastructure, offering unmatched flexibility in deploying sophisticated agentic solutions.”

Sinch’s approach to AI is rooted in intentional intelligence – leveraging the right tools and partnerships to deliver smarter, safer conversational experiences. As a trusted provider across industries like financial services, healthcare, and telecom, Sinch powers agentic AI through enterprise-grade architecture, unmatched scale, and a global presence.

Together with partners like OneReach.ai, Sinch is helping all over the world to connect with customers at every step of their journey. For more information visit Sinch.com

“With Amnic AI, we are delivering context aware agents that move away from the traditional system of ‘click and visualize’ to an interface that is built for the demands of today’s AI-native world,” said Sathya Narayanan Nagarajan, Co-founder of Amnic. “Our goal is to democratize the understanding of cloud costs across stakeholders in the organizations while empowering FinOps professionals with an autopilot to move at an unprecedented speed and efficiency. Delivering role based contextual cost insights to every stakeholder in the organization remains at the heart of our mission.”

• Amnic X-Ray: High-level spend analysis; benchmarking; identifies areas of inefficiency and optimization focus.
• Amnic Insights Agent: Natural language insights, FOCUSTM aligned personalized by persona (CFO, CTO, FinOps, DevOps); cloud-aware and role-aware.
• Amnic Governance Agent: Proactive anomaly detection, RCA (root cause analysis), budgeting alignment, and forecasting.
• Amnic Reporting Agent: Auto-generates stakeholder-specific reports (e.g., C-level vs. Product Team) with context-appropriate depth.

“Amnic exemplifies how startups can use AWS’s AI and global infrastructure to solve critical business challenges,” said Kumara Raghavan, Head, Startups, AWS India and South Asia. “Built on Amazon Bedrock and our comprehensive cloud services, Amnic’s transformative enterprise-grade FinOps solution helps businesses across industries optimize their cloud investments. We’re thrilled to support Amnic’s journey as they scale globally and continue innovating with AI.”

•  Complete cloud cost health check and analysis in under 30 seconds
• Saving up to 24 hours a month on reporting-based tasks
• Helping FinOps practitioners reclaim two hours each day on daily scheduled processes
• Identifying anomalies and performing RCA to correlate cost spikes within deployment levels, reducing time spent debugging by nearly 90%
• 2x faster cost breakdowns for specific stakeholders within the organization using simple, natural language queries
• Helping improve resource utilization by as much as 37% with continuous and autonomous cost observability

“Having tried Amnic AI early on, the efficiency is tangible, freeing up a significant portion of our time when it comes to routine work around our cloud costs. We are able to generate reports in minutes as opposed to the 6 hours a week spent on curating data and building them, while we are able to gain answers to complex questions in seconds,” Abhra Dasgupta,  Senior Director, Uni.

Bengaluru, 08th May 2025: Astrikos.Ai, a leader in AI-driven infrastructure intelligence, has expanded its leadership team with the appointment of four new CXO-level executives.  This strategic development marks a crucial step in the organization’s journey as it enters its next growth phase.  Nani Iswara has been appointed as Astrikos.Ai’s new Head of Operations for North America.  Tapabrata Mitra has joined the organization as Senior Vice President of Engineering, Cdr Nikhil Hegde has been appointed as the organization’s Senior Vice President, Defense Business and Ali Sadhik Shaik is Astrikos.Ai’s new Senior Vice President, Product Management and Market Strategy.

Based in Dallas, Texas, Nani brings over three decades of diverse experience across telecom, IT, Operations, and Product Development.  Throughout his career, he has worked with leading organizations such as Nokia, CompuCom, TCS, Syntap, and most recently, New York Life Insurance. As Head of Operations for North America at Astrikos.Ai, Nani will play a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s operations strategy and driving sustainable growth and accelerating market presence across the region. His responsibilities will include streamlining workflows, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and leading partner contract negotiations to improve performance and uncover new investment opportunities. Nani’s leadership will help ensure the organization continues to deliver the highest standards of service and efficiency to customers.

In a career spanning over two decades, Tapabrata has a remarkable track record of driving innovation, leading high-performing teams, and building enterprise-grade solutions.  He brings a perfect blend of technical depth and strategic leadership to his role at Astrikos.Ai in Bangalore.

He has deep expertise in cybersecurity, including DLP, CSPM, CWP, CNAP, Identity Management, and Zero Trust, as well as advanced networking (OSPF, BGP, MPLS). He has led the development of award-winning enterprise products, turning vision into market-ready solutions. Known for hands-on leadership and agile execution, he builds high-impact teams. His recent work in AI/ML-driven industrial automation, especially in Predictive Maintenance and Digital Twins, aligns seamlessly with Astrikos.Ai ‘ innovation roadmap.  Tapabrata has held senior leadership positions at CBNITS, Swift Security, Capgemini, and Quick Heal, among others.

A former Naval Officer in the Indian Navy, Cdr Nikhil Hegde brings over 20 years of leadership experience in operations, project management, defense procurement, international collaboration, and executive roles. Known for his critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving approach, he has successfully led large teams and built strategic partnerships across borders.

Ali is a seasoned product leader with 20 years of experience in software product management, strategy, and development across FinTech, EdTech, RetailTech, EventTech, and Digital Media. He has built leading SaaS products, platforms, and marketplaces, with a strong focus on market intelligence, design thinking, road mapping, agile execution, and growth strategies. Passionate about emerging technologies- Web3, Metaverse, AI, XR, and Blockchain, he thrives on simplifying complexity, turning ideas into action, and building high-performing teams. A startup operator and venture builder, he has partnered with early-stage ventures on product, growth, user experience, and fundraising, with a keen interest in asset-light business models.  Ali is also an entrepreneur, having founded Web3Wire and GoBangalore. He has held leadership roles in product management at Rubick.ai, Wiztales, LetsVenture, Actiance, and other tech-driven organizations.

These leadership changes are part of the organization’s expansion strategy. Commenting on the latest appointments, Chinmay Hegde, CEO and Managing Director of Astrikos.Ai, said, “We are thrilled to welcome the new leaders to the Astrikos.Ai family. As we expand our global presence and deepen our impact in the urban infrastructure space, these seasoned leaders will bring their rich experience, deep insights, and the global, strategic vision required to drive Astrikos.Ai into its next phase of innovation and growth.”

Astrikos.Ai, a pioneer in AI/ML-powered infrastructure analytics, is transforming the critical sectors, from Digital Cities and Smart Utilities to NextGen Data Centers and Healthcare Infrastructure, across global markets, enabling more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable urban ecosystems.  With successful deployments across India, MENA, and ASEAN, including smart cities, top-tier data centers, and major infrastructure companies, the organization continues to deliver tailored solutions that drive measurable outcomes for governments and enterprises.

MUMBAI, India– May 08, 2025: Embrace yourselves for an electrifying weekend on Realme Hip Hop India Season 2 streaming on Amazon MX Player– Amazon’s free video streaming service. In the latest promo, the enthusiasm reaches a whole new level as the lively cast of Campus Beats—Shantanu Maheshwari, Shruti Sinha, Tanya Bhushan, Tanvi Gadkari, Manish Poonam and Rohan Pal, step in to root for the amazing participants. Adding further to the excitement, renowned choreographer Dharmesh Sir becomes part of the judging panel with Remo D’Souza and Malaika Arora as this week’s special guest judge. With star-studded cheers and jaw-dropping moves, this is one episode you don’t want to miss!

The promo kicks off with a high-octane reveal—this week’s guest judge is none other than the brilliant dancer, actor, and choreographer Dharmesh Sir, whose arrival immediately cranks up the energy in the room and he did not come empty-handed! Just when the excitement settles, the Campus Beats crew make their way to the stage, joining the contestants to cheer for them. Judge Remo D’Souza then establishes the tone for the episode, declaring that it’s officially battle week. As tensions run high and rivalries intensify, the stage becomes a battleground where only one can survive. The stakes? A direct pass to the grand finale, which makes this one of the most crucial weeks of the season.

Shantanu Maheshwari, who is a known name in the dance industry, expressed his thoughts; he said, “Being an avid dancer, I’ve always felt that it is not just about movement—it’s expression, identity, and sheer magic. This stage is about celebrating raw talent, passion, and the unbridled energy of hip hop. Being on Hip Hop India this week with my Campus Beats crew is an extra-special experience and I’m really looking forward to seeing the mad talent that these dancers bring to the stage.”

With emotions running high, fierce rivalries unfolding, and the battle for the finale spot getting intense, this week’s episodes promise non-stop drama, passion, and next-level performances. Realme Hip Hop India Season 2 is now streaming exclusively on Amazon MX Player, available on the Amazon shopping app, Prime Video, Fire TV, and Connected TVs.

National, 08^th May 2025: The University of Southampton Delhi today announced a collaboration with the International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge), the world’s largest provider of international education affiliated with the University of Cambridge and responsible for qualifications such as the Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level. Cambridge currently operates across 810 schools in India.

As part of this collaboration, the University of Southampton Delhi announces the introduction of the Cambridge Scholarship Awards, up to four exclusive competitive scholarships for Cambridge A-Level graduates in India applying for the August 2025 intake. The University also announces that it will waive application fees for all Cambridge students applying between 1st May and 31st May 2025. Cambridge applicants will additionally benefit from a priority application review through a dedicated evaluation team, ensuring an efficient and streamlined admissions process.

The Cambridge Scholarship Awards offer a flat contribution of INR 220,000 towards tuition fees for the academic year 2025–2026 at the University of Southampton Delhi. The University’s Scholarship Committee will select recipients based on outstanding academic performance and excellence in A-Level results.

Commenting on this collaboration, Dr Vishal Talwar, Chief Operating Officer, University of Southampton Delhi said: “We’re excited about this collaboration because it brings together the best of both worlds – the world class education offered at University of Southampton Delhi and the academic excellence and global perspective of Cambridge. Cambridge A-Level graduates bring a solid academic foundation and international outlook, making them a perfect fit for the opportunities and career pathways at our university. Through this association, we aim to empower the next generation of leaders, equipping them with the skills and resources needed to thrive on the global stage.”

Vinay Sharma, Sr. VP International Education, South Asia, Cambridge, said- “Cambridge qualifications are recognised by universities worldwide for their academic rigour and outstanding preparation for higher education, enabling students from diverse backgrounds to thrive in a range of educational settings. Our collaboration with University of Southampton Delhi reflects our global reach by providing Cambridge students in India with direct access to a world-class academic experience without leaving the country. Cambridge is opening new pathways to international education and ensuring that our students are ready for the world.”

With over 150 years of academic excellence, the University of Southampton is globally renowned for producing outstanding graduates across a range of disciplines, including business, engineering, computer science, and social sciences. The University consistently ranks among the world’s leading institutions, placing in the Global Top 100 and among the Top 15 UK universities for graduate employability. The University is also ranked among the Top 10 most targeted UK universities by leading employers, highlighting its strong reputation for both academic excellence and graduate employability.

Panchkula, May 8, 2025: To observe World Asthma Day on Tuesday, Paras Health Panchkula organized an event to raise awareness about asthma and its management. This year’s theme focused on the importance of community involvement and education. The event brought together people from all backgrounds to learn about the impact of asthma on health. A key part of the event was a Pledge Board placed in the hospital’s main Outpatient Department (OPD). 

Visitors were invited to sign the board, showing their commitment to raising awareness about asthma. This interactive initiative encouraged patients and their families to take proactive steps toward better asthma management.

Dr SK Gupta, Associate Director, Pulmonology, Paras Health, Panchkula, emphasized the importance of such awareness campaigns and said, “Many people in India mistake asthma for a regular cough or allergy, which delays treatment. By the time they see a doctor, the condition has often become serious. That’s why efforts like the pledge board are important, as they help people understand the early signs and encourage them to get help sooner. Creating awareness like this can save lives.”

Asthma is the most common chronic inflammatory disease among children. It remains a major health issue in India, with over 30 crore people affected. Common symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing, especially at night or in the morning. Triggers like air pollution, weather changes, and allergens can worsen symptoms. Early diagnosis and proper management can improve quality of life and help prevent severe health complications.

Dr Robin Gupta, Senior Consultant, Pulmonology, Paras Health, Panchkula, echoed these thoughts, noting, “Asthma doesn’t just affect breathing; it affects daily life, school, work, and even sleep. Many people ignore the early signs or don’t know they have asthma until it gets worse. That’s why public education is so important. When the community is informed and involved, we can catch symptoms early, reduce hospital visits, and help people live more comfortably and confidently.”

Paras Health remains committed to public health through initiatives like these, reinforcing its ongoing efforts to provide world-class healthcare while raising awareness on critical health issues. This event exemplifies the hospital’s dedication to the well-being of the community and strengthens its role as a leader in healthcare services.

This Mother’s Day, let your gift reflect the love and care she’s always given you-—choose Dhampur Green and celebrate with the perfect blend of tradition, taste, and health.

From wholesome jaggery, brown sugar, and desi khand to delightful mocktails and festive Indian sweets like kaju katli and besan laddu, Dhampur Green brings you a range of thoughtful treats that are as pure as a mother’s love.

Whether she’s health-conscious or has a soft spot for something meetha, Dhampur Green’s naturally sweet offerings make for a meaningful gift—crafted with clean ingredients, rooted in Indian heritage, and wrapped in love.

This Mother’s Day, gift your mom ‘Health Ki Mithas’—because the sweetest gestures come from the heart.

Hyderabad, May 8, 2025 — In a thrilling mix of global sport and fashion, GKB Opticals, a leading eyewear brand with over 60 years of legacy, hosted global cricket icon Pat Cummins at its store in Sarath City Capital Mall, Hyderabad.

Carrera Eyewear’s global brand ambassador, Pat Cummins, recently visited the GKB Opticals store along with Safilo, the official distributor of Carrera. During his visit, Cummins officially launched his Carrera Signature Collection and spoke about the inspiration behind the designs. He also explored Carrera’s new eyewear collections, highlighting his personal style choices that reflect the brand’s dynamic and cutting-edge spirit.

“It was a sheer pleasure to have Pat Cummins at our Hyderabad outlet,” said Ms. Priyanka Gupta, Director of Brands, GKB Opticals. “His association with Carrera embodies individuality, self-confidence, and performance — all of which we at GKB strongly identify with. All such initiatives are yet another reinforcement of our intent to bring the world’s best eyewear to Indian consumers.”

 The exercise was another milestone in GKB Opticals’ never-ending quest for providing top-quality, fashion-driven eyewear experiences. With a reputation built over a period of six decades, the brand continues to be at the forefront of providing global style and reliable eye care to consumers all over India.

New Delhi, May 8, 2025: Zomato, India’s food ordering and delivery platform, in collaboration with Startup India, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, concluded the second edition of the Zomato Plastic-Free Future Packathon, held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The event brought together key stakeholders such as Shri Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, Startup India, DPIIT, 35+ startups, ~50 restaurant partners and investors to discover and celebrate sustainable packaging solutions by startups, for the delivery and dine-in industry.

The Packathon event recognized winners from the top 10 ready-to-scale and prototype-stage startups that presented their innovations aimed at reducing plastic waste. The winners were chosen from a pool of 128 applicants spanning 21 states, of which 47 startups were either fully or partially led by women entrepreneurs. Beyond the competition, the day offered a platform for 40+ startups to showcase their solutions, highlighting the diverse talent within the sector. The event also featured discussions and investor insights relevant to the advancement of sustainable packaging.

Additionally, the event included the Zomato Plastic-Free Future Packaging Awards, recognizing players in the restaurant industry. These awards acknowledged the efforts of 24 National and Regional restaurant brands that have adopted more sustainable packaging alternatives while maintaining customer experience.

Speaking at the event, Anjalli Ravi Kumar, Chief Sustainability Officer, Eternal, said, “At Zomato, we are committed to building a sustainable food ordering and delivery ecosystem, including identifying and promoting innovators working on sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging for food delivery. Since restaurants choose and procure their own packaging, the Zomato Plastic-Free Future Packathon has become a unique platform connecting innovators, restaurants and investors.”

Shri Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, Startup India, DPIIT, the Guest of Honour at the event, said,

“As a result of concerted efforts under the Startup India initiative, we now have DPIIT-recognized startups across 55 diverse industries. We are actively working to support startups in sunrise sectors such as climate, sustainability, green technologies and allied sectors.

Alternatives to plastic packaging present a significant opportunity, and it’s encouraging to see startups stepping up with innovative solutions. Initiatives as Zomato’s Packathon highlight this progress, enabling startups to showcase sustainable packaging innovations directly to industry stakeholders, including restaurants and investors.

We support efforts that help startups build for industry needs and strongly encourage corporates to collaborate and procure from startups to address opportunities and challenges with innovative solutions.“

Anirudh Balakrishnan, IMAGA Trade and Craft Private Limited, winner of the ready-to-scale category, said, “We are thrilled to have won Zomato’s Plastic-Free Packathon 2025 award. The award and Sustainable Packaging Expo provided a key platform to showcase our innovations to potential restaurant clients, investors and government representatives at the event, further motivating our commitment to innovate as per the unique requirements of the restaurant industry in India.”

Avinash Rao, Agrileaf Exports Private Limited, winner of the prototype category, said, “As a young startup that is just getting started in our journey, winning the Zomato Plastic-Free Future Packathon has given us immense confidence. The platform has provided invaluable guidance on industry needs, critical to product development. The event also facilitated learning from other startups focused on developing plastic-free and food delivery-suitable packaging solutions.“

Ankit Verma,  Nomad Pizza, winner of the packaging award for the Pizza category, also said, “Events like the Zomato Plastic-Free Future Packathon help raise awareness and move the industry forward in terms of sustainable practices. It’s been good to connect with innovators and of course, be recognized for our sustainable packaging choices. Bringing amazing food to our customers is just as important as making conscious choices with our packaging that ensures a better future for all of us!”

Mumbai, India- May 08, 2025: Amazon MX player, Amazon’s free streaming service, continues to raise the stakes with Battleground, a gripping fitness reality show that tests not just their muscle, but their mindset. In this high-stakes contest of endurance and ambition, cricket legend Shikhar Dhawan takes charge as ‘Super Mentor’, setting the bar Sky-High. Standing shoulder to shoulder with him are four dynamic mentors – Rajat Dalal, Abhishek Malhan, Rubina Dilaik, and Neeraj Goyat, each leading their squad with fierce determination. Rajat Dalal, at the helm of Team Haryana Bulls, brings unmatched focus and relentless energy, driving his team to go all-in in the race for supremacy.

Reflecting on his journey in Battleground, Rajat shared, “There were many so many moments where everyone around me displayed incredible grit and willpower. It reminded me that when someone truly something, nothing can stop them from going all the way and winning. We all have far more potential than we realize. For me, it wasn’t just one instance, but a series of powerful experiences that, shaped my entire journey here.”

On the broader significance of fitness in life, he added, “Fitness goes beyond physical strength — it’s about being strong in every aspect:  mentally, emotionally, socially, and even financially. Growth should happen in all these areas. The healthier and fitter you are, the better it is, not just for you, but for your loved ones too. Because when one person falls sick, it affects their whole family. So to all my brothers out there, take care of yourselves. Make strength a priority in every aspect of your life.”